The Best Products Our Beauty Editors Tried in September 2023
If you're anything like us, your beauty needs change right along with the weather, and with fall in full swing, we're focusing on products that keep us hydrated and glowy—even when we're getting less sun.
Each month, our favorite beauty brands send us goodies from every beauty category imaginable, from skincare and makeup to nails, hair, bath and more, so we can share the best of the best with you. For what we loved in September of 2023, just keep scrolling.
Butter & Me Lavender Rosemary Choco Scrub: $18
Butter & Be's Lavender Rosemary Choco Scrubs will leave you feeling soft with a delicious chocolate aroma. Homemade with simple ingredients in Colorado, this scrumptious scrub will rid your body of dead skin and leave you looking and feeling rejuvenated.
(via Butter & Me)
Herbivore Botanicals Hot Coco Coconut Oil Body Scrub: $24
It might be pumpkin spice latte season, but who said you couldn't skip right to wintery flavors and hot cocoa? This Hot Coco Coconut Oil Body Scrub from Herbivore Botanicals is the perfect addition to your shower routine to leave you smooth to the touch. Just rub on, exfoliate away and rinse. Plus, it's also available in a Coco Mint scent.
(via Sephora)
Also read about: Embrace Clean Beauty and Clean Skin: With Herbivore Botanicals' Plant-Based Skincare
Nabila K Royal Wood Shower Gel/Bubble Bath: $33
Nabila K's Royal Wood Shower Gel and Bubble Bath is just the thing to help you lather up with the scent of fall. Just a little bit of these suds will go a long way in delivering scents that will remind you of bonfires and camping in the wilderness. Traveling soon? The mini bottle is also the perfect size to pack in your duffel bag to keep your toiletries light.
(via Nabila K)
Tubby Todd Halloween Collection: $55
Tubby Todd's Halloween Collection seems tailor-made for getting you ready for the spooky season with a combination of bath bombs, hair and body wash and lotion. This limited-edition set is perfect for sensitive skin, formulated with clean and safe ingredients. These products will fit perfectly into your everyday skincare routine, just in time for fall. Plus, the black cherry scent is to die for.
(via Tubby Todd)
Rahua Classic Essential Hair Care Set: $74
Rahua's omega-9 rich Classic Shampoo and Conditioner will leave your hair feeling luxurious and smelling fresh while controlling oil. If you love woodsy and earthy aromas, this is the product for you. It's especially great for curly hair as it'll help define your gorgeous curls.
(via Rahua)
Divi Shampoo & Conditioner: $64
Looking to strengthen your hair and soothe your scalp? We recommend Divi's Shampoo and Conditioner bundle, which promotes scalp health by leaving out synthetic fragrances, PEGs, parabens and sulfates. Its blend of peppermint oil, peptides, biotins and other essential oils also cleanses and hydrates the scalp while making hair strong and tangle-free.
(via Divi)
WooWoo Saddle Sore! Soothing Balm: $10.95
If you suffer from chafing or irritated skin after shaving, WooWoo's Saddle Sore! Soothing Balm is the product for you. It's designed to soothe and moisturize skin, protecting it from friction. The inclusion of rosehip oil also leaves you feeling your best and smelling great.
(via WooWoo)
Julep Vitamin E Hydrating Cleansing Oil + Makeup Remover: $22
Nothing feels better than stripping away the day's makeup and oils by washing your face, and Julep's Vitamin E Hydrating Cleansing Oil + Makeup Remover makes the process super easy. It's a non-greasy, lightweight cleanser formulated with vitamin E and olive oil, so you can just add a bit to your favorite wipe or massage into the palms of your hands before cleansing. It's that easy to hydrate and cleanse at the same time.
(via Julep Beauty)
Bubble Fresh Start Gel Cleanser: $17
Bubble's Fresh Start Gel Cleanser perfectly balances oil production without stripping your skin. Suitable for all skin types, this product is light on the skin and gets deep in your pores for a thorough cleanse, fitting seamlessly into your everyday routine.
(via Bubble)
MDAiRE Bio-Cleanse 5.5 Face Wash: $48
MDAiRE's Biocleanse 5.5 Face Wash's gentle formula protects your skin barrier while purifying the skin. It's formulated at just the right pH to help detoxify skin, with natural fruit extracts to keep it nourished without leaving it stripped.
(via MDAiRE)
St. Ives Rose Exfoliating Facial Toner: $7.99
Shake up your skincare routine with this rose-scented St. Ives Rose Exfoliating Facial Toner. It's formulated with dry skin in mind, so you don't have to worry about extra dryness. If you're more on the oily side, the brand's toner lineup also includes an unfragranced option for oily skin and apricot for combination skin.
(via Target)
fresh Lotus AHA Gentle Resurfacing Serum: $68
fresh never fails with their skincare. The glycolic and citric acids in their Lotus AHA Gentle Resurfacing Serum make it a powerhouse for exfoliating skin while keeping you dewy and radiant. Despite the name, the prickly pear flower extract will keep your skin as smooth as ever, leaving a pear scent on your face all day. Just add this product before your moisturizer at night to wake up feeling like satin.
(via fresh)
Reserveage Beauty Firming Face Cream: $23.99
We love slathering on a thick, deeply nourishing face cream twice a day to keep us looking awake and youthful, and Reserveage's Beauty Firming Face Cream is the latest that has us obsessed. It's made with anti-aging support, including copper peptides for collagen promotion, keeping skin toned, firm and elastic to keep it looking young and healthy—and with the temperatures dropping, its deep hydration has also prevented us from drying out.
(via Amazon)
Bubble Slam Dunk Hydrating Moisturizer: $16
Bubble's Slam Dunk Hydrating Moisturizer is a dream for anyone with sensitive skin. The natural oils help keep the skin protected and hydrated, while a superfood protein compound allows for protection and repairs against blue light damage. Plus, the packaging is our favorite thing, creating a flower every time you pump it.
(via Bubble)
Flexpower FlexSun Moisturizing Mineral Sunscreen, SPF 35: $38
Just because it's getting cooler and the days are less sunny doesn't make a great SPF any less important, which is why we've been wearing Flexpower's FlexSun Moisturizing Mineral Sunscreen every day. This reef-safe, scent-free sunscreen doesn't leave any white cast while hydrating skin and protecting it from the sun. Plus, it's water and sweat-resistant for up to 40 minutes, making it great for the water or sports days.
(via Flexpower)
ESW Beauty Pumpkin Spice Oat Milk Mask: $7
Add ESW Beauty's Pumpkin Spice Oat Milk Mask to your next self-care Sunday routine. It's made with pumpkin extract, is vegan and is designed to help reduce oil and fight breakouts. Plus, with fall here, it's the perfect way to get cozy before the start of the week.
(via ESW Beauty)
Also read about: Our Favorite Pumpkin-Infused Beauty Products of 2023
FABLERUNE Rose Clay & Goat Milk Face Mask: $12+
This nourishing Rose Clay & Goat Milk Face Mask from FABLERUNE gets down to the root of your skin issues by exfoliating the skin, leaving you feeling soft and glowy. With the powerful minerals and omegas in the mask, you'll be left feeling and looking rejuvenated.
(via FABLERUNE)
Nabila K Royal Wood Body Butter: $41
Make sure to moisturize after a shower with a warming body butter, like this Royal Wood-scented option from Nabila K. It's formulated with shea butter, olive and argan oils to leave you feeling smooth, and unlike other body butters, it will moisturize and leave a shine without making you feel sticky and greasy.
(via Nabila K)
Primal Life Organics Dental Boost: $59
Even those with extra sensitive teeth deserve extra pearly whites, and Primal Life Organic's Dental Boost does double duty, whitening teeth while it strengthens them to reduce sensitivity. In a matter of just two minutes, you can walk out the door with better breath and a brighter smile without the pain.
(via Primal Life Organics)
Peace Out Retinol Eye Lift Patches: $29
We're no strangers to soothing undereye patches, but Peace Out's Retinol Eye Lift Patches simply do more, with a 360° approach that lifts, firms and restores droopy eyelids from all angles. It contains retinol, peptides and three types of hyaluronic acid to make the skin around the eyes brighter and plumper while also reducing lines and wrinkles with deep hydration. They do take a little more care to apply than a typical undereye patch, but the results are more than worth the effort.
(via Peace Out Skincare)
Essence Extreme Shine Lipgloss: $3.99
Essence's Extreme Shine Lipgloss is the perfect gloss to add on top of any lipstick or stain to keep your lips looking juicy and luscious. This product keeps your lips hydrated and looking your best all day long thanks to its moisturizing ingredients.
(via Essence Cosmetics)
CMYK No Limits Lip Gloss: $24
Pucker up and add a bit of shine and sheen to your lips with CMYK's No Limits Lip Gloss, featuring hyaluronic acid. This gloss glides right on in two smooth shades—Gleam and Beam—to add tint to your pout. It's also made with collagen and vitamin E to help deliver a fuller look.
(via Think Goodness)
Kulfi Kajal Eyeliner: $20
Get the perfect winged tip or boosted lash line with Kufli's easy-to-use Kajal Eyeliner pencil. It's formulated with vitamin E and aloe vera to do more than just help you look good. Plus, it comes in shades beyond just black. Choose from fun colors like berry, green, blue and more to really make your look your own.
(via Kulfi)
thread beauty define it: $8
Everyone has that one beauty tool they have to use before they leave the house, and for us, that's thread beauty's define it. This three-in-one eyebrow pencil is designed to help you achieve the complete look. First, use the brush to line up your brows. Then, use the chiseled tip to fill in and shape before using the gel to seal in the finish.
(via thread beauty)
MOIRA Sculpt & Glow Duo Stick: $12
Want a glowy, sun-kissed appearance without needing to haul and layer multiple products? MOIRA's Sculpt & Glow Duo Stick is a two-in-one, double-sided bronzer and highlighter to help you complete your look with minimal effort. While the bronzer has a rich matte look, the highlighter is beautifully shimmery to adjust your complexion to perfection. Plus, it also lasts all day and is water resistant, so you won't have to reapply again and again throughout the day.
(via MOIRA Cosmetics)
Essence Pure Nude Highlighter: $4.99
Essence's incredible Pure Nude Highlighter will keep you looking illuminated and glowing all day long. It's a beloved cult favorite, and its subtle glimmer is perfect for everyday use.
(via Essence Cosmetics)
Essence Brighten Up! Banana Powder: $4.99
Essence's Brighten Up! Banana Powder has been viral on TikTok for good reason. This mattifying powdertakes away any sheen and keeps your makeup looking flawless all night long. Whether you want to bake your face or add a small amount to brighten it, this is the product for you.
(via Essence Cosmetics)
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Mascara: $4.99
If you love an intense, long-lash look, Essence's Lash Princess False Lash Mascara is the option for you. With over 300,000 glowing reviews on Amazon, this mascara provides definition to your lashes and never smudges.
(via Essence Cosmetics)
Essence Lash & Brow Gel Mascara: $3.99
And Essence's two-in-one Lash & Brow Gel Mascara is a game-changer when it comes to keeping your brows in place and your mascara from running. It's the perfect dupe to any high-end brow gel at a tiny fraction of the price.
(via Essence Cosmetics)
iEnvy by Kiss Press & Go Press-On Clusters: $9.99
And for those times you don't want to deal with your actual lashes, there are iEnvy by Kiss's Press & Go Press-On Clusters. These lashes take any look and elevate it. We love adding them for more dramatic makeup or bare-skin on-the-go look. These lashes will stay on all day and night with no glue needed.
(via Ivy Beauty)
Also read about: The Best Lashes for Creating a Natural Eye Look
Pattern Bounce Back Pre-Poo: $25
Before Pattern's Bounce Back Pre-Poo, we'd never ventured into pre-shampoo hair treatments, but this great product has us completely sold. Its hydrating and nourishing formula heals your hair after heat styling and keeps you frizz-free all day long. A combination of oat extract and hibiscus flower extract makes this the product we reach for in the shower to keep our curls bouncy and healthy.
(via Pattern)
Rahua Defining Hair Spray: $37
With essential oils including lavender, orange and palo santo, Rahua's Defining Hair Spray will hold your hair in place all day long while keeping you frizz-free. It's the perfect product to help with any hairstyles that need a little extra hold or sleek, slick-backed looks.
(via Rahua)
KIKI Pretty Nail Graffiti Peel Off / Play On: $29
There's nothing like matching your nails to your outfit, and with KIKI's fast-drying, on-the-go Pretty Nail Graffiti Peel Off / Play On polish, you can have the flexibility of a spa-level manicure any time you want. Pearl is our personal favorite color, leaving you with iridescent nails without the lingering scent of strong polish. It's a must-have to keep in your purse.
(via KIKI)
Le Mini Macaron Le Liners: $25
And with Le Mini Macaron's Le Liners trio of gel liners, you can bring the salon home. They're perfect for thin line designs or even French tips. Just paint the bold milkshake white, licorice black and strawberry pink fuschia pops of color to your nails and set under the LED light for a few seconds to get your nails done in just minutes.
(via Le Mini Macaron)
Red by Kiss Growth MD Scalp Ampoule: $9.99
If your hair is thin or thinning, give your scalp a break with Red by Kiss's Growth MD Scalp Ampoule. It's a spot treatment in a concentrated ampoule that stimulates the scalp and hair follicles to support growth and rebuild volume with every use.
(via Ivy Beauty)
Also read about: Beyoncé's Colorist, Rita Hazan, Shares the Biggest Hair Color Trends for Fall 2023
Curls Blueberry & Mint Tea Scalp Treatment: $12.99
And for treating dry and damaged hair, check out Curls' Blueberry & Mint Tea Scalp Treatment. It's formulated to elevate your curls and lock in moisture while also soothing any itchy or dry scalp after just one use.
(via Curls)
Pardon My Fro Hair & Scalp Oil: $18
Whether it's hair washing day or a day in between, you can't go wrong with a good hair oiling session. Pardon My Fro's Hair & Scalp Oil is perfect for nourishing dryness and restoring moisture. The squeeze bottle tip is also helpful for getting down to the root, in between braids, to make sure you don't miss a spot.
(via Pardon My Fro)
Missed last month's roundup? Click HERE to discover our very favorite beauty products of August 2023.