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Call all Line Friends fans: the time is finally here. ColourPop released its BT21 collection before the launch date and it’s just as cute as we expected. The BT21-inspired makeup collection is for UNISTARS. It includes a 24-pan shadow palette, three hydrating lip oils and seven single shadows themed to represent all the characters: Koya, RJ, Shooky, Mang, Chimmy, Tata, Cooky and Van.

If you aren’t exactly sure what BT21 is, we’re going to allow ColourPop to explain. “Prince TATA from Planet BT, who had been traveling with VAN, crashed on Earth. In order to spread love, TATA decides to become a star. Finally, they have met six fascinating members: KOYA, RJ, SHOOKY, MANG, CHIMMY, COOKY. This is the beginning of the future UNIVERSTAR BT21.”

Line Friends is a global creative studio that works with companies including Netflix, Supercell, Tencent
and Big Hit Entertainment. It has movies, games and tons of cute products — including pretty much everything with the BT21 characters on it.

Now, we’ve got a cute makeup collection with new colors in the ColourPop finishes you already love. And BT21 fans are freaking out. When ColourPop posted about the collab on its Instagram, comments ranged from “You all better have your servers/website/checkout, etc, prepared. We will crash it trying to get our hands on this merch.” to “I’m getting them even if I don’t have space in my make up drawer!!!”

OK, it’s time to get a look at the whole collection. It’s out July 14 at 10 a.m. PST on the ColourPop website.

ColourPop.

Bon Voyage Pressed Powder Palette

This colorful 24-pan palette features matte, metallic, pressed glitter and matte sparkle finishes.

ColourPop.

Lux Lip Oils

The moisturizing gel-oil lippies come in red, peach and sheer.

ColourPop.

Super Shock Shadows

The OG bouncy formula comes in these cool tie-dye finishes inspired by each character.

Lisa Barlow’s Plaid Blazer and Bralette on Instagram

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City 2022 Instagram Fashion

There was no caption needed for Lisa Barlow’s IG post of her wearing the cuuuutest plaid blazer and bralette. It was just that good. But it’s about to get better because there are a few pieces of both pieces left in stock! Even when that inevitably goes there’s no need to worry baby gorgeous, we still have the Style Stealers Barlow below.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

Click Here to Shop Her Givenchy Blazer

Click Here to Shop Her Givenchy Bralette

Photo + ID Credit: @lisabarlow14

Originally posted at: Lisa Barlow’s Plaid Blazer and Bralette

Inflation has made many of us re-think not only what we buy, but the efficacy and value of each product. On the topic of skin care, it is plausible that in more abundant times, many of us wouldn’t bat an eye at purchasing four or five products from a single skin care line, but now, given epic inflation, we might focus on a few products that offer greater bang-for-buck.

If you’re anything like me, I’ve done this in nearly every area of life including do I really want to drive to the mall to look at those shoes I’ve been eyeballing? That trip would include gas, overpriced shoes, and maybe a coffee thrown in to “treat myself,” so is it really worth it?

Given that shopping online can now suffice in nearly every area including skin care, how can you know which products save you money, and which ones don’t? I’ll start with the top three best bang-for-buck skin care products and then at the end I recommend where you can go cheap.

#1: Vitamin C Serum

Without a doubt, the number one product to spend money on is vitamin C serum. Having said that, it gets tricky. There are over eight different types of vitamin C, some more efficacious than others. For example, L-ascorbic acid is probably the most common variety, but it, like all of them, depends on the quantity.

The higher on the ingredient deck an ingredient is listed, the more in the product. Most companies who list percentages have around 15-25%. However, in higher quantities, certain forms of vitamin C, like L-ascorbic acid, can be irritating to the skin.

Besides L-ascorbic acid, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate and ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate (the most expensive form) are the most efficacious types of vitamin C for external use. This is key, as you can use these rather long and unintelligible words to research products and be clear on what you are buying.

For an inexpensive vitamin C, try The Ordinary C Serum with L-ascorbic acid for $7. For a more moderately priced product try Image MD Restoring Youth Repair Crème with tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate for $84.

Finally, with 80% ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate try Truth Treatments Transdermal C Serum for $199. Bang for buck, the higher quantities bring more results with this important and transformative skin care ingredient.

#2: Retinol

Retinol or Retin-A (the prescription strength version) is an absolute game changer in skin care. Used at night, it stimulates cell turnover and collagen and elastin production thereby strengthening the connective tissue and minimizing fine lines.

Having said that, I am not a fan of the so-called anti-ageing movement and strive to love my body no matter what, including embracing my wrinkles! Whichever way you look at ageing, using ingredients like retinol will brighten and smooth your skin like nothing else.

With retinol, unlike vitamin C, you need at least 0.05% to see any improvement at all, so understanding quantities is hugely beneficial. Most retinols are toward the lower end of the spectrum, and the highest you can purchase over the counter is 5%.

That being said, the greater the percentage the more noticeable flaking and irritation you will see plus more results.

For a good low range retinol try CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum for $24.50. In the mid-range cost area, try Image MD Restoring Youth Repair Crème for $84. And lastly, for a more efficacious and well-rounded retinol, try Truth Treatments 1% or 5% retinol. Both contain vitamin C and therefore are less harsh on the skin.

#3: Sunblock

We desperately need the sun to live and thrive on this glorious planet, and the sun is also one of the greatest factors in ageing. With that in mind, finding and using a sunblock that doesn’t contain the toxic chemical oxybenzone is crucial to your health.

Oxybenzone is a hormone disrupter, and commonly used in most sun protection cremes. My encouragement here is to do your due diligence in shopping for sunblock and use it on your face when you are in the sun.

I use Image Skin Care Prevention+ with SPF 50. It contains moisturizer, but you can buy other Image Prevention SPF products with less moisturizer if you have oily skin.

For other sunblock options that don’t use oxybenzone, check out EWG.ORG’s list of oxybenzone free SPF products. In any case, use it faithfully, and be sure to match your foundation with your neck as your face will be a lighter shade after all that sunscreen! If you don’t, you’ll look like a weirdo.

Where to Go Cheap

In your daily skin care regime, save money by using inexpensive moisturizers (like Weleda), cleansers (like Cetephyl), and toners if you use one. Forego night cremes, eye creme, and so-called anti-wrinkle cremes.

Focus on putting your money into a vitamin C serum, retinol, and sunblock in order to maximize your cash and strengthen your skin. Don’t forget that 80% of skin care is internal and 20% is external. Drinking spring water, eating whole, organic foods, and consistent exercise are all more important than any product you can buy.

It’s been said that life is short buy the shoes, but in this day and age, maybe the phrase should be, life is short, buy only what you need! With that in mind, love your body no matter what, take care of your internal health first, and don’t look like a weirdo.

What are your best bang-for-buck skin care products? Why? Have you had to budget for your skin care and makeup products lately? Which products would you let go of if you had to, and which ones are a must-keep?

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I’ve been fighting acne on-and-off throughout my life, but it came back in a big way a few years ago. Washing my face with my hands never seemed to make my skin feel very clean. I started to get frustrated that I wasn’t seeing a difference in my skin despite adapting to a 7-step skincare routine. Then, as a holiday gift, my mom bought me the FOREO Luna Mini 2 (AKA the device that celebs like Kim Kardashian, Victoria Beckham, and Cindy Crawford have all gone on record praising), and let me tell you, it’s been a game-changer.

After two months of using this cleansing brush twice a day, my skin finally started to clear. The breakouts almost completely stopped (aside from the occasional blemish here and there), my skin feels more elastic and it feels like my cleanser is actually getting rid of dirt, oil and dead skin cells.

RELATED: This Does-It-All Skin Tint Has Been Sold More Than A Million Times — What’s The Deal?

So, I’m obviously more than excited to say that this wondrous gadget is 40% off right now, as part of Amazon’s Prime Day early deals. Here, you can shop hair and skincare essentials for huge discounts right before the holidays hit full swing.

As my family and friends can attest, it’s difficult for me to change my routine, but I religiously use this silicone brush twice a day—no matter how tired I am. To use it, I put my cleanser on my face, wet the cleanser and move it in a circular motion around my skin for one minute, then I rinse. I usually just use the basic setting and don’t play around with the other seven vibration levels. I’ve been using it since December and haven’t had to recharge it once.

Even though this brush is a little pricey, usually retailing at $119, it’s worth adding to your cart. The aquamarine cleansing brush is only $84 today, so you’ll be saving $55 on it. I don’t know how long it will last though, so you should shop it now.

Courtesy of FOREO.

Aquamarine Foreo LUNA mini 2

This bright blue silicone cleanser won’t be hard to find in your purse, backpack or suitcase. It’s a whopping 40 percent off, so definitely worth adding to cart if you’ve been lusting after this tool.

Buy: Foreo LUNA mini 2 $83.40

Courtesy of FOREO.

Pearl Pink Foreo LUNA mini 2

You can’t go wrong with this light pink cleansing device. It’s one of the more popular color options out there. And this colorway is also 40% off.

Buy: Foreo LUNA mini 2 $83.40

More Prime Day 2022 Deals to Shop

• Shoppers Are Calling This Vitamin C Serum a ‘Real Life Filter’ & It’s 33% Off Before Prime Day
• Shoppers Say This Skin-Tightening Tool Eliminates Wrinkles and Acne in 4 Days—& It’s Down to $16 RN
• Amazon’s Fire TV Stick Is Already Even Cheaper Than Black Friday—& There’s Even a Baby Yoda Version

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, STYLECASTER may receive an affiliate commission.

I’ve been fighting acne on-and-off throughout my life, but it came back in a big way a few years ago. Washing my face with my hands never seemed to make my skin feel very clean. I started to get frustrated that I wasn’t seeing a difference in my skin despite adapting to a 7-step skincare routine. Then, as a holiday gift, my mom bought me the FOREO Luna Mini 2 (AKA the device that celebs like Kim Kardashian, Victoria Beckham, and Cindy Crawford have all gone on record praising), and let me tell you, it’s been a game-changer.

After two months of using this cleansing brush twice a day, my skin finally started to clear. The breakouts almost completely stopped (aside from the occasional blemish here and there), my skin feels more elastic and it feels like my cleanser is actually getting rid of dirt, oil and dead skin cells.

RELATED: This Does-It-All Skin Tint Has Been Sold More Than A Million Times — What’s The Deal?

So, I’m obviously more than excited to say that this wondrous gadget is 40% off right now, as part of Amazon’s Prime Day early deals. Here, you can shop hair and skincare essentials for huge discounts right before the holidays hit full swing.

As my family and friends can attest, it’s difficult for me to change my routine, but I religiously use this silicone brush twice a day—no matter how tired I am. To use it, I put my cleanser on my face, wet the cleanser and move it in a circular motion around my skin for one minute, then I rinse. I usually just use the basic setting and don’t play around with the other seven vibration levels. I’ve been using it since December and haven’t had to recharge it once.

Even though this brush is a little pricey, usually retailing at $119, it’s worth adding to your cart. The aquamarine cleansing brush is only $84 today, so you’ll be saving $55 on it. I don’t know how long it will last though, so you should shop it now.

Courtesy of FOREO.

Aquamarine Foreo LUNA mini 2

This bright blue silicone cleanser won’t be hard to find in your purse, backpack or suitcase. It’s a whopping 40 percent off, so definitely worth adding to cart if you’ve been lusting after this tool.

Buy: Foreo LUNA mini 2 $83.40

Courtesy of FOREO.

Pearl Pink Foreo LUNA mini 2

You can’t go wrong with this light pink cleansing device. It’s one of the more popular color options out there. And this colorway is also 40% off.

Buy: Foreo LUNA mini 2 $83.40

More Prime Day 2022 Deals to Shop

• Shoppers Are Calling This Vitamin C Serum a ‘Real Life Filter’ & It’s 33% Off Before Prime Day
• Shoppers Say This Skin-Tightening Tool Eliminates Wrinkles and Acne in 4 Days—& It’s Down to $16 RN
• Amazon’s Fire TV Stick Is Already Even Cheaper Than Black Friday—& There’s Even a Baby Yoda Version