The So-Called 'Cult Favorite' Products You Should ACTUALLY Buy
You know the drill: It seems like every single beauty brand advertises each of its new launches as even more revolutionary than the last. But, how many of these products really live up to their hype? Well, lucky for you, we've investigated thoroughly to provide you with a list of some of the industry's most iconic products that really do every single thing that they say they will. And much, much more!
1/11They've got an awesome rep for a reason…
Photo: Courtesy of Eve Lom2/11<a href="http://www.sephora.com/cleanser-P381436" target="_blank">Eve Lom Cleanser</a>
What started it all for the lu beauty brand is this cleansing balm that the company launched over 25 years ago. Since then, it's remained a beauty bag staple, with celebrity and makeup artist fans alike, thanks to its unique blend of aromatic oils that cleanse, decongest, tone, eoliate and remove makeup without dehydrating your skin. Ah-mazing.
Photo: Courtesy of Tweezerman3/11<a href="http://www.tweezerman.com/store/product/slant-tweezer/" target="_blank">Tweezerman Slant Tweezers</a>
This is basically the world's best-selling pair of tweezers. (Okay, we don't actually know that for a fact—but they should be if they're not already!) It was the first set of precision tweezers on the market, way back in 1980, and makeup artists that work on everyone from Katy Perry to Britney Spears swear by them. If it's good enough for Katy, it's good enough for us.
Photo: Courtesy of MAC Cosmetics4/11<a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/shaded/168/310/Lipstick/index.tmpl" target="_blank">MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Ruby Woo</a>
This high-impact cherry red hue is absolutely beloved by lip color enthusiasts—and for good reason. Ruby Woo first launched in 1999, essentially as a matte version of the brand's Russian Red shade, and it's been mega-popular ever since. In fact, it was the bestselling lipstick of 2013. Can't argue with that!
Photo: Courtesy of St. Tropez5/11<a href="https://www.sttropeztan.com/self-tan-bronzing-mousse" target="_blank">St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse</a>
St. Tropez's self tan formula is lightweight and easy to apply, but more importantly, it'll give you that perfect, even golden glow every single time. (The secret lies in its revolutionary Applicator Mitt.) Even the most adamant anti-faux tan ladies will change their tune after trying this one.
Photo: Courtesy of NARS6/11<a href="http://www.narscosmetics.com/USA/makeup-iconic-nars-orgasm-collection/0607845040132.html" target="_blank">NARS Blush in Orgasm</a>
Don't even get us started on this iconic, award-winning blush from NARS, because we could literally go on all day. Here's the short version: It's the perfect peachy-pink shade, plus it's got an added touch of subtle gold shimmer. Ditch your bronzer and pick up this do-it-all product instead.
Photo: Courtesy of The Body Shop7/11<a href="http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com/bath-body-care/bath-body-top-rated/body-butter-mango.aspx" target="_blank">The Body Shop Body Butter</a>
Did you know that a tub of The Body Shop's Body Butter is sold every two seconds (!) around the world? Yeah, it's that good. The brand's first offering—way back in 1992—was the mango scent and remains a staple in any skincare arsenal, especially in those chilly, dehydrating winter months.
Photo: Courtesy of SK-II8/11<a href="http://www.sephora.com/facial-treatment-mask-P375852" target="_blank">SK-II Facial Treatment Masks</a>
SK-II launched their signature Facial Treatment Essence in 1981 and since then, it has become the gold standard of facial masks. It's made of 100% cotton and molds closely to the contours of your face to help you achieve that coveted luminescent glow in no time. Not convinced yet? Monique Lhullier used them on the models backstage at her Spring/Summer 2015 show. Done and done.
Photo: Courtesy of L'Oreal9/11<a href="http://www.lorealparisusa.com/en/products/hair/hair-styling/hair-spray/elnett-satin-hairspray-strong-hold.aspx" target="_blank">L'Oreal Elnett Satin Hairspray</a>
This iconic hairspray has been an overseas favorite since the 1950s when it was first introduced in Europe, even though it didn't become available in the US until 2008. It's ultra-fine spritz offers a strong hold, without giving hair that too-stiff brittleness—and it disappears at the stroke of a brush. It's basically magic.
Photo: Courtesy of Kate Somerville10/11<a href="http://www.sephora.com/eolikate-intensive-eoliating-treatment-P232915" target="_blank">Kate Somerville EoliKate Intensive Eoliating Treatment</a>
You'd be hard-pressed to find a beauty editor who doesn't swear by this celeb-favorite skincare brand. Can't make it in to see Kate herself? Yeah, us either. Thankfully, you can now purchase this take-home version of her signature facial and get a healthier, brighter complexion in just minutes. It will change your life. Seriously.
Photo: Courtesy of Dior11/11<a href="http://www.sephora.com/diorshow-mascara-P404040" target="_blank">Diorshow Mascara in Catwalk Black</a>
Presenting: the ultimate mascara. (No, seriously. Beauty editors swear by this stuff.) Inspired by runway and behind-the-scenes tricks, Dior's formula thickens, lengthens, and curls with as little as one single coat. Once you introduce this miracle product into your beauty regimen, it's just a matter of time until your friends start asking how you got such natural-looking faux lashes. We guarantee it.
