Ten of the Most Innovative Beauty Products Available Right Now

The beauty industry is a huge and competitive one. Companies are constantly trying to create the newest and most innovative product so it’s easy to get lost in the mix. There are many cutting edge products that you probably have never heard about. We rounded up a few of our favorites to make sure you don’t miss out!

Lipstick Queen’s Frog Prince Lipstick

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Ignore the shocking green shade of this lipstick because when applied it turns your pout a rosy pink. The $25 lippie contains a dye called Red 47 that changes color when it comes in contact with moisture so it almost seems to change with your personal chemistry. Packed with vitamin E and shea butter, the stain lasts for hours. It’s no wonder this is one of Birchbox’s top selling lipsticks.

Under Hair Care Restore Protective Restoration Balm

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Ladies, its time to to take care of your hair even when its braided up under weaves and wigs. This $20 restoration balm, from natural hair brand Girl + Hair, is specifically designed to moisture the hair underneath your extensions. Using a blend of castor, shea, and olive oils, it contains anti-fungal properties and works to help your hair grow and stay moisturized. Plus it smells amazing!

Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Flawless Fluide

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There’s now an alternative to the traditional cakey foundation. Brands are racing to create fluid foundations. Despite the thin, watery texture fluid foundations are packed with high intensity pigment. In this case less is more as it only takes a few drops to cover your face with definite coverage as it drys into a lightweight powder. Laura Mercier’s $48 version comes with a subtle glow in addition to all day coverage.

Revlon’s File ‘N Peel Six in One Nail File

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Look no further than this product’s name to understand what makes it so special. One side is used for shaping and the other is used for smoothing. The double sided file is made up of layers you can peel away to reveal a fresh layer when the first one is used up. It lasts three times longer than a regular file.

Deborah Lippman The Stripper To Go Nail Lacquer Remover Mitts

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Perfect for the girl on the go, Deborah Lippman’s Nail Lacquer Remover Mitts totally remove any nail polish in one quick swipe. They also contain lavender and aloe to keep your fingers and nail hydrated. There are no parabens or sulfates and each $12 box contains six mitts.

Frank’s Original Coffee Scrub

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Using natural ingredients like Vitamin E, almond oil, and coffee, this scrub works to eliminate skin conditions like cellulite, stretch marks, eczema, and psoriasis. Sea salt and coffee are the key ingredients that work to stimulate blood flow and act as a natural antiseptic to target imperfections. This might be your new caffeine fix!

Pearl’s Compact Mirror and USB Battery Pack

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This is no ordinary compact mirror as it also functions as a USB charger. It has enough charge to keep your iPhone juiced up so you never have to stop posting selfies. The $30 mirror is available in 5 colors: yellow, pink, red, gold, silver, and purple.

Unique Fragrance’s Custom Perfumes

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For under a $100 you can create your own signature scent thanks to fragrance brand Unique’s customization service. Pick your bottle design and start off with six different notes for your perfume. The team at Unique will then combine them with essences and oils from the same areas that traditional brands get their ingredients from.

Y.S. Park Ion Diffuser

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Some of Fashion Week’s top hair stylists swear by this unique $55 Japanese diffuser. It slips right on over the mouth of the dryer and the mesh allows for better heat control. It permits zero airflow while still extracting heat which leads to a faster drying time and silkier hair.

Seacret Dead Sea M4 Mineral Rich Magnetic Mud Mask

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Fortified with iron, this mask has magnetic properties so when it is removed by a magnet, all the dirt clogging your pores are literally brought to the surface of your skin. The microelectronic currents caused by the interaction of the magnet and the iron also serves to relax your skin. It contains Dead Sea minerals, essential oils, Pro Vitamin B5 and Vitamin E moisture to revitalize your skin.

These products will provide the perfect update to your beauty regime! What products will you be trying out?

Who Wore it Better? Tracee Ellis Ross vs. Laura Govan in Jan Taminiau’s Couture 2015 Silver Sequined Jumpsuit

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Tracee Ellis Ross vs. Laura Govan in Jan Taminiau's Couture 2015 Silver Sequined Jumpsuit

Laura Govan appeared on the reunion for her show, the Next 15, in the same silver sequined Jan Taminiau jumpsuit Tracee Ellis Ross wore to host the 2015 BET Awards.

While Tracee added pop with pink pumps, Laura slipped on triple strap Giuseppe Zanotti sandals and a House of CB faux fur coat.
The shimmering piece debuted in the brand’s Couture 2015 collection with Mary Jane style pumps.

Both women slayyyed! Whoo! What a gorgeous piece, no?
What do you think?

Who Wore it Better? Tracee Ellis Ross vs. Laura Govan in Jan Taminiau’s Couture 2015 Silver Sequined Jumpsuit

 
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Hot! or Hmm… Mickey Guyton’s 51st Academy of Country Music Awards Christian Siriano Spring 2016 Silver Strapless Perforated Gown

Mickey Guyton shimmered at the 51st Academy of Country Music Awards in a Christian Siriano Spring 2016 Silver Strapless Perforated Gown:

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Mickey stuck to the runway’s simple styling.

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Pretty!

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What do you think? Hot! or Hmm…?

Hot! or Hmm… Mickey Guyton’s 51st Academy of Country Music Awards Christian Siriano Spring 2016 Silver Strapless Perforated Gown

 
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Who Wore it Better? Meagan Good vs Eve in House of CB’s Blush Marwa Deep V Wide Leg Jumpsuit

Both Meagan Good and Eve showed some cleavage in the $171 House of CB Blush Marwa Deep V Wide Leg Jumpsuit:

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Meagan Good lightly accessorized her ensemble with drop earrings, a jeweled clutch and a new pixie haircut at the iHeartRadio Music Awards.

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Eve showed off her infamous paws in the same jumpsuit but paired hers with a Chloe Checked Bomber.

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Both gals looked flawless but I preferred Meagan’s classic look.  What do you think?

 

Who Wore it Better? Meagan Good vs Eve in House of CB’s Blush Marwa Deep V Wide Leg Jumpsuit

 
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On The Scene: The GLAAD Awards with Ruby Rose in Aquilano Rimondi, Zendaya in David Koma, Keke Palmer in Thai Nguyen, and More!

Less than 24 hours after we celebrated Black Girls Rock! here on the East Coast, the West Coast was going down with the GLAAD awards over in Los Angeles. Let’s delve into some of the looks of the night, shall we?

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Ruby-RosePrevious #BCW Ruby Rose rocked a white Aquilano Rimondi suit and crop top, paired with Stuart Weitzman heels. I love her so much!

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Demi-LovatoDemi Lovato went for an interesting pairing, rocking a menswear-inspired tuxedo top and blazer, finishing it off with leopard-esque pants. Hmm…

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Keke-PalmerKeke Palmer went risque’ in a black sheer Thai Nguyen dress with silver Aldo sandals. I’m not sure how I feel about this one, what do you guys think?

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Geena-RoceroGeena Rocero rocked out a black sequin dress with a high thigh slit and open stomach. She looks great! (I’m always a fan of sequins)

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-ZendayaZendaya Coleman rocked a blue bedazzled David Koma dress and Jimmy Choo heels. Yum!

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Lea-MicheleLea Michele served aaaaaalllll the face in this beautiful lace number by Elie Saab. I need this immediately!

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Sherri-SaumSherri Saum gave us summertime vibes in a black and white striped strapless dress.

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Kat-GrahamKat Graham went effortlessly glam in a metallic brown strapless jumper. This jumper rocks with her skin tone. Effortless beauty!

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Garcelle-BeauvaisGarcelle Beauvais looked beautiful in a one-shoulder Diane von Furstenberg Nori dress with nude sandals.

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Angelica-RossAngelica Ross rocked out a metallic striped mini-dress with some fire heels. Love this!

On-The-Scene-27th-Annual-GLAAD-Media-Awards-Nene-LeakesNene Leakes showed off her assets (hey, I ain’t mad at ya) in a custom Pedram Couture black dress with gold embellishments. Not my favorite look on her, but eh, she’s still fabulous.

 

There you have it folks! Overall, I give it an A (I’m sure the weather on that side of town is pretty warm).
Who had your favorite look of the night?

Splurge: Eve’s Instagram Chloé Checked Bomber Jacket and House of CB Blush Marwa Deep V Wide Leg Jumpsuit

Eve posed on Instagram in a $2,582 Chloé Checked Bomber Jacket and $171 House of CB Blush Marwa Deep V Wide Leg Jumpsuit:

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Her beige and white bomber is comprised of cotton and a virgin wool-silk blend. It features an allover check print, crew neck, long sleeves, a snap fastening, side pockets, and a ribbed hem and cuffs.

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Her blush jumpsuit is crafted from mid-weight stretch crepe. It features a plunging neckline, nipped-in waistband, and wide legs.

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Hot!

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If you’re up for the splurge, get Eve’s jacket here and jumpsuit here.

Thoughts?

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Splurge: Marlo Hampton’s Hawks vs. Cavaliers’ Gucci Jersey Polo Shirt, GG Supreme Lace-Up Boots and Dionysus Bamboo Handlebag

Marlo Hampton showed how #GucciTaughtHer while at the Hawks vs. Cavaliers game in a $660 Gucci Polo, boyfriend jeans, $2,280 Gucci GG Supreme Lace-up boots, and a $3,500 Gucci Dionysus Bamboo-handle bag:Marlo-Hampton-Gucci-Polo-lace-up-boots-dionysus-bamboo-handle-bag-2

Her black cotton piqut jersey polo features poplin details and a gold cotton macrame lurex collar. You can purchase it here.

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Her heels are beige/ebony canvased, and feature cut-out detailing in the front, a curved heel, and mink pom poms at the ends of the laces.

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Want these show-stoppers? You can purchase them here.

Lastly, she rocked her Dionysus Leather Top Handle Gucci bag, which is structurally multi-colored in custom Gucci colors and is closed with a tiger-head spur closure.Marlo-Hampton-Gucci-Dionysus-Leather-Top-Handle-Bag

Got $3,500 in your pocket to spend? You can do that and purchase the bag here.

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If you want to be just as fab as Marlo, you can purchase her top here, shoes here, and bag here.

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What do you think of her look?

Hot! or Hmm: Hannah Bronfman’s The Girlfriend Experience Premiere’s Fausto Puglisi Orange Skirt Suit and Chloe Gosselin Black Sandals

Hannah Bronfman stopped by the premiere for The Girlfriend Experience rocking a Fausto Puglisi Pre-Fall 2016 orange skirt suit along with $725 Chloe Gosselin black open-toed sandals:

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Her blazer features structured padding and singular buttons. The shirt underneath is a blend of orange and grey and comes in a snake-skin texture and print, and her orange skirt finishesa lack and metallic emblematic design on the design.Hannah-Bronfman-The-Girlfriend-Experience-Premiere-Pre-Fall-2016-Fausto-Puglisi-Orange-Suit

Her heels are made of Black leather and suede, and feature straps that encircle the front of the foot with an open-toe outlet.  Hannah-Bronfman-Chloe-Gosselin-Black-Larkspur-Strappy-Sandals-2Hannah-Bronfman-Chloe-Gosselin-Black-Larkspur-Strappy-Sandals

Strangely enough, I like this look on Hannah. If you want her shoes, you can purchase them here.Hannah-Bronfman-The-Girlfriend-Experience-Premiere-Fausto-Puglisi-Orange-Skirt-Suit-Chloe-Gosselin-black-heels

What do you think? Hot or Hmm?

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Hot or Hmm:Kerry Washington’s Elle Magazine Celebration’s Erdem’s Pre-Fall 2016 Floral Dress

Elle Magazine honored the beautiful Kerry Washington at an event where the starlette rocked a floral dress from Erdem’s Pre-Fall 2016 collection:

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Her dress, which is still not available yet (UGH) features a high-collar and multi-colored floral embroidery throughout.Kerry-Washington-Elle-Honors-Erdem-Pre-Fall-2016-floral-dress-4

I think…I need this dress in my life and that Kerry did this dress JUSTICE. It is absolutely stunning.

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But what do you guys think? Hot or Hmm?

 

Hot or Hmmm:Kerry Washington’s Elle Magazine Celebration’s Erdem’s Pre-Fall 2016 Floral Dress

 
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Celebs Love: House of CB’s Moren Dusky Pink Wool Mix Long Length Coat

What do Eva Marcille, Laura Govan and Karrueche Tran all have in common?  Besides their great style, they all love House of CB’s $214 Moren Dusky Pink Wool Mix Long Length Coat.

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Friday night Eva Marcille was spied on the Black Girls Rock red carpet in the House of CB Basia khaki jumpsuit, complimented with the Moren coat.

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Two weeks ago Laura Govan showed off her chic hitch-hiking skills wearing the same coat with Levi’s jeans and a Marina Hoermanseder basket weave corset.

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Karrueche Tran started the trend during New York Fashion Week when she wore hers with a Francesco Scognamiglio jumpsuit.

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This just might be the perfect outerwear piece to fully transition you into the spring season.

00 Laura Govan's Instagram House of CB Moren Dusty Pink Wool Mix Coat, Marina Hoermanseder Basket Weave Corset, and Levi's Jeans

You can shop the look here.  What do you think? How would you rock the ‘Moren’ coat?

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