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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at St Olaf chapter.

The other day, I decided to refresh my makeup bag with a few of this season’s hottest products, and here is what I love at the moment:

Beauty Balms (BB Creams):

These all-in-one face creams have a laundry list of benefits. Originally developed in Germany, these BB Creams have become the hottest trend in make-up. They are a sunscreen, moisturizer, concealer, foundation, primer and anti-aging cream all in one! I use mine like a foundation but still use moisturizer. There are many brands and shades of beauty balms, so give one a try!

Moisturizing Colored Lip Balms:

These super-nourishing tinted lip balms give you great color with a hint of shine. However, it is not goopy like a lip-gloss and never has to be sharpened like a lipstick. Clinique has a line of “chubby sticks” that are great, but Revlon has some that are much more affordable and the same quality!

 

Matte Top Coat for Nail Polish:

Matte nail polish is edgy but clean, and it looks great on everyone! Buying a matte topcoat allows you to matte-ify any color you want. Revlon has a great one that is pretty cheap. Yes, dull is a synonym for matte, but this look is anything but that! 

 

Josie Maran Magic Marker Lip and Cheek Stain:

My undying love for lip stains continues to hold fast. However, this one in particular has found a place above this rest. Maran’s magic marker adds a pop of color to your lips or cheeks, but, unlike many, its formula doesn’t dry your skin out!

Bri attends St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota and is majoring in Psychology with concentrations in Media Studies and Women's Studies. She is most passionate about writing, traveling, cooking, hand-written letters and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings and Wisconsin Badgers. In her free time, she enjoys running, photography, attempting to blog and spending time with her amazing family and friends. She is currently an Arts & Entertainment Editor for the St. Olaf College newspaper with the lovely Lucy Casale and aspires to further explore the field of journalism after graduation.