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IPSY Beauty Editors Share Their Favorite Products From January’s Glam Bags

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Published on Dec 30, 2020
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As beauty editors at IPSY, we try out a ton of products (and we mean a ton). Hundreds of products come across our desks every single month. And while we’re busy swatching, swiping, and testing so that we can give you all the tips and tricks you need to know—we’re also keeping mental notes of our personal faves.

Want to know what IPSY beauty editors are coveting this month? Here are all the products we’re crossing our fingers we get in our own January Glam Bags (and stealing from work if we don’t).

It's about glam time you treated yourself.

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Marta Topran, Senior Editorial Manager

COMPLEX CULTURE POWER POSE Lip Gloss in Clear MobileCOMPLEX CULTURE POWER POSE Lip Gloss in Clear Desktop

1. COMPLEX CULTURE POWER POSE Lip Gloss in Clear

“If you’ve been getting out of bed and putting on a bold lip for your coworkers via Zoom—I salute you. The most I can do is swipe on a gloss for mine. This is my new go-to. It’s hydrating and not sticky and makes me look a little more pulled together.”

GOLDFADEN MD Bright Eyes Dark Circle Radiance Concentrate MobileGOLDFADEN MD Bright Eyes Dark Circle Radiance Concentrate Desktop

2. GOLDFADEN MD Bright Eyes Dark Circle Radiance Concentrate

“I discovered this eye cream in my Glam Bag and am obsessed! It’s the perfect hydrating creamy texture and I swear when I wake up I look more rested and bright-eyed than on nights I forget to use it.”

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Kombucha + 11% AHA Exfoliation Power Toner MobileYOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Kombucha + 11% AHA Exfoliation Power Toner Desktop

3. YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Kombucha + 11% AHA Exfoliation Power Toner

“If you’re not using an exfoliating toner yet—start! This one has been a total game-changer for me. I apply it a few nights a week after cleansing and before moisturizer. I wake up with smoother, glowier skin every time.”

Pia Bhattacharya, Senior Beauty Editor

AHAVA Dead Sea Water Mineral Hand Cream in Sea Kissed MobileAHAVA Dead Sea Water Mineral Hand Cream in Sea Kissed Desktop

1. AHAVA Dead Sea Water Mineral Hand Cream in Sea Kissed

“When your hands are so dry your dog gives you the side eye, you know it’s time for a better moisturizer. This one helps keep my hands hydrated for the long haul without feeling greasy. Also, the sea breeze scent is just the little dose of vacay we all need right now.”

KINSHIP Naked Papaya Gentle Enzyme Face Cleanser MobileKINSHIP Naked Papaya Gentle Enzyme Face Cleanser Desktop

2. KINSHIP Naked Papaya Gentle Enzyme Face Cleanser

“Scrubbing up with this cleanser feels like an oddly satisfying video, every day. The slushie-smoothie texture is just so cool—and it gets rid of every trace of makeup so my skin feels fresh and clean. And I love that it’s got jojoba and sunflower oils to keep my thirsty skin quenched.”

UOMA BEAUTY Drama Bomb Extreme Volume Mascara in Black MobileUOMA BEAUTY Drama Bomb Extreme Volume Mascara in Black Desktop

3. UOMA BEAUTY Drama Bomb Extreme Volume Mascara in Black

“I’ve been obsessed with everything UOMA lately—they truly have something for everyone. And this mascara is no exception. It’s so pigmented that it somehow makes my dark lashes look even darker and richer, and it really plumps them up in just a few swipes.”

Hannah Cassidy, Beauty Editor

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Superberry Hydrate + Glow Oil MobileYOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Superberry Hydrate + Glow Oil Desktop

1. YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Superberry Hydrate + Glow Oil

“I get why this was named ‘Glow Oil’—the lit-from-within, healthy radiance I get with a few drops is unreal. It absorbs lightning fast and because a little goes a long way, this tiny bottle has already lasted longer than some of my full-size faves! ”

FIRMA BEAUTY 201 Flat Oval Blending Brush MobileFIRMA BEAUTY 201 Flat Oval Blending Brush Desktop

2. FIRMA BEAUTY 201 Flat Oval Blending Brush

“My Lazy Girl Beauty secret to not having to clean a million brushes? I use this one for ev-er-y-thing. The domed, oval-shaped bristles pat on pigment, blend creases, and buff out concealer in those little nooks—like around my nose and the inner corners of my eyes.”

ORIGINS ORIGINAL SKIN™ Retexturizing Mask With Rose Clay MobileORIGINS ORIGINAL SKIN™ Retexturizing Mask With Rose Clay Desktop

3. ORIGINS Original Skin™ Retexturizing Mask With Rose Clay

“Weekly clay masks are my gold standard for keeping maskne at bay. I love, love, love that this mask contains rose clay (my personal fave) and exfoliating jojoba beads to absorb excess oil and slough off dead skin before they can do their acne-causing damage.”

Maddie Aberman, Beauty Editor

BELLE EN ARGENT 8 Free Nail Polish in Love and Attention MobileBELLE EN ARGENT 8 Free Nail Polish in Love and Attention Desktop

1. BELLE EN ARGENT 8 Free Nail Polish in Love and Attention

“For the past few years, I’ve really been into bold colors and nail art, but lately I’ve been gravitating towards more simple and classic nail choices. My current fave: this pinky nude from BELLE EN ARGENT. It goes on streak-free and shiny and complements everything (even my WFH sweatpants!).”

HUANGJISOO Sheet Mask Duo in Centella & Shea Butter MobileHUANGJISOO Sheet Mask Duo in Centella & Shea Butter Desktop

2. HUANGJISOO Sheet Mask Duo in Centella & Shea Butter

“My skin is dry—like, week-old-stale-bread dry—but this mask duo has been a lifesaver. If I'm in a hurry, I quickly apply one as a five-minute hydrating treatment. If I have a little more time, I draw myself a hot bath and keep the mask on for nearly 30 minutes. Either way, both methods result in plump, nourished, soothed skin.”

IT COSMETICS Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Anti-Aging Waterproof Concealer MobileIT COSMETICS Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Anti-Aging Waterproof Concealer Desktop

3. IT COSMETICS Bye Bye Under Eye Anti-Aging Concealer

“Since my makeup routine these days is pretty pared down, I need the products I do use, like under-eye concealer, to do more. This bad boy covers the darkest of circles and does not budge or crease all day.”

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