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It’s that time of the month again when our beauty stash is running low, and we’re itching to try something new. You know the feeling—your favorite serum is down to its last few drops, and your go-to lip balm is looking suspiciously empty. Whether you’re always on the lookout for the latest ingredients or trying to find the perfect product to add to your collection, there’s something satisfying about finding beauty buys that are worth every penny.
That’s where we come in. This August, the NYLON Manila team has put a range of beauty products to the test, from skincare to makeup must-haves. After trying, testing, and obsessing over the latest launches, we’ve rounded up our tried and true staples of the month. These are the essentials that refreshed our routines and are bound to become your new favorites, too.
Cantu Shea Styling Gel – Jasmin Dasigan, Production Associate
I’ve recently been all about sleek hairstyles, and while my trusty sleek sticks have been my go-to, I burn through them way too fast. That’s why I decided to switch things up with Cantu Shea Styling Gel, and let me tell you, it’s a game changer. The hold is seriously stronger than any other gel I’ve tried, making it perfect for my daily commute. It keeps my hair perfectly in place and fuss-free all day long.
GRWM Cosmetics Highlighter Topper in Skye – Gelo Quijencio, Multimedia Artist
A sparkly touch to your makeup, especially with the ‘Skye’ shade. Korean makeup is venturing into adding purple/blue reflective highlighters to add a pop of color to your face, and I am loving it. GRWM Highlighter topper has fine glitter, so it looks smooth when applied to the face.
GRWM Lash Booster – Nica Glorioso, Features Writer
The GRWM Lash Booster mascara primer seems a little intimidating with its fibers at first, but it’s now a staple of my eye makeup routine. It makes my lashes look longer and more defined, and it helps keeps the curl all day. It’s also waterproof and smudge-resistant. I tried it out with a mascara that I know doesn’t hold a curl very well, and my lashes stayed up better than if I didn’t apply the primer!
ISSY Gelée Moisturizing Liptint – Jhez Roxas, Art Intern
I absolutely love how the ISSY Gelée Moisturizing Liptint feels on my lips, it’s so moisturizing and comfortable to wear. When it comes to face and lip products, I always look for something that adds shine and keeps my skin hydrated, and this liptint check all the boxes. The moment I tried it, I instantly fell inlove. It gives my lips a glossy, healthy glow without feeling heavy or sticky, and plus points for the tint that it leaves on my lips.
K-Palette 1 DAY Tattoo Real Lasting Eyebrow Liner 24H – Maggie Batacan, Editor-in-Chief
This liner is a new holy-grail in my soft-glam office makeup routine, but I don’t use it for my brows. I actually use it as liquid eyeliner. Because the pigmentation is quite gentle it makes it easy to draw a wing that gives subtle definition to my eyes. The brush tip is also extremely forgiving so even when I’m in a hurry I can do my liner and not worry about having to redo my eyes if I mess up. (Shoutout to Thazzia Falek for influencing me to add this to my arsenal and teaching me to use it this way~)
Oil Absorbing Sheets & Blotting Paper – Raf Bautista, Managing Editor
I keep this in my bag for those moments whenever my face is not giving and need to wipe off excessive oils after a long day.
Sola Foundation Primer SPF50PA+++ – Precy Tan, Copywriter
I’ve recently been using the Sola Foundation Primer SPF50PA+++ and it’s truly been a game changer for my naturally oily and sweaty skin. This primer works wonders, keeping my makeup in place even on days packed with back-to-back meetings or outdoor events. The best part? It’s got SPF built right in, so I’m getting that extra layer of sun protection every time I use it.
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