10 Beauty Staples That Will Never, Ever, Ever Leave Our Rotation

Simply put, there are just some beauty products we can’t picture our lives without. Here are some of our fave everyday staples—from skincare holy grails to makeup go-tos–that have earned a permanent spot in our routine for all the best reasons. —Samantha Veccharelli

rhode 

In our opinion, the rhode peptide lip boost is one of the brand’s best launches to date. This plumping lip mask gives your lips a soft, plump effect, and works to improve the look of lip fullness over time. This has been a newfound fave and holy grail for day or night use to help keep lips volumized and cushion-y soft. 

Summer Fridays 

The Summer Fridays Flushed Lip Stains (our go-to is shade Almond) are a must-have for any makeup bag. Available in a range of colourways, these are crafted to deliver a soft, flushed tint that enhances your lip tone. We love how effortlessly they apply and how well they last throughout the day.

MAKE UP FOR EVER

The Artist Color Pencil from MAKE UP FOR EVER is a tried and trusted forever favourite that’s perfect for lips, eyes, and cheeks. Not only is the shade range incredibly versatile, but they’re super easy to apply as the soft-matte texture blends seamlessly and feels weightless.

Rare Beauty 

The Rare Beauty Always an Optimist 4-in-1 Prime & Set Mist (available at Sephora) is an everyday go-to that hydrates, primes, sets, and refreshes skin. We love how it’s perfect for before, during, or after makeup applications, as it’s designed to help keep your complexion looking hydrated and plump all day long.

Pixi Beauty 

We recently discovered the Pixi Beauty Roll-On BeautifEYE Serum, and it’s been a game-changer for refreshing and prepping the eye area. The applicator is ideal for early mornings as it feels super refreshing when applied, and instantly perks up tired eyes. Plus, Vitamin C, niacinamide, and ferulic acid work together to brighten, hydrate, even skin tone, and improve firmness and elasticity.

Dermalogica 

The fan-favourite Dermalogica Precleanse Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil (available at Sephora) is the ultimate first step to effortlessly melting away waterproof makeup, SPF, and impurities (without clogging pores or stripping the skin’s natural oils). This feels super gentle on the skin, and uses rice bran, vitamin E, kukui nut, sunflower seed, and apricot kernel oils to nourish, soothe, and soften–all while supporting the skin’s barrier with antioxidant-rich hydration.

Guerlain 

Guerlain’s Abeille Royale Double Clarify & Repair Essence is a luxurious everyday staple we’ll repurchase again and again. We love using this in our daily skincare routine since it visibly brightens, smooths, and refines skin while supporting repair for a healthier, more youthful-looking complexion. The lightweight formula also layers effortlessly for long-term radiance and clarity. 

KISS

The ImPress Press-On Falsies Eyelashes (Voluminous) from KISS (available at Shoppers Drug Mart) are our ride or die for amping up any glam look. These press-on lashes are a go-to beauty staple in our routine because they make achieving a full, effortless lash look quick, easy, and completely stress-free. With comfortable all-day wear–and no glue required–they’re the kind of reliable must-have you’ll keep reaching for over and over again.

Loving Tan

The Loving Tan 2 HR Express Self-Tanning Mousse Medium has become our ultimate holy-grail self-tan for achieving the perfect natural-looking glow. Ideal for anyone short on time, this express mousse develops in just two hours and leaves behind a flawless, streak-free finish thanks to its professional-strength formula that we can’t get enough of.

Maybelline

The Maybelline New York Tattoo Liner Ink Pen (available at Walmart) is a must-have makeup-bag staple we can’t live without. Our go-to for bold, long-lasting definition, this ultra-pigmented liner delivers intense colour in just one swipe with a smooth, precise application. Plus, its waterproof formula lasts up to 24 hours!