With hundreds of beauty products coming and going each year, it's reassuring to know there's a select golden few that stand the test of time and that we will forever and ever swear by. These unbelievably effective and longtime favorites have developed a loyal cult following by many, including the pros. I'm all for trying new things, but there are certain __beauty classics–including some of our own Latino standbys–__I can never go without. Here's a round up of oldies-but-goodies every woman needs in her arsenal!
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Blush
NARS Blush in Orgasm ($28): This cult favorite delivers a natural-looking flush that works on all skin tones. If the color doesn’t make you blush, the name definitely will.
Mascara
Maybelline Great Lash Mascara ($5): One tube of this 1971 classic is sold in the United States every 1.7 seconds. Why? Because its lash-building brush (which hasn’t changed) helps to condition and thicken lashes without the pesky clumps or globs!
Luminizing concealer
YSL Touche Eclat ($40): This highlighter concealer pen might as well be called a magic wand as it works to instantly erase under-eye circles, mask fine lines and brighten your complexion.
Lip balm
Smith’s Rosebud Salve ($6): This multi-purpose rose oil-infused lip balm does it all from hydrating chapped lips, healing irritations, conditioning dry skin to even soothing minor burns–you can even use it on your baby! One of our staffers swears by it for her son's lips and face.
Oil treatment
Mirta de Perales Oil “S” Treatment ($5): Before the argan oil craze began, we had this incredible oil treatment to keep our dry strands soft and shiny. The cult classic always got the job done.
Foundation
Bobbi Brown Foundation Stick ($42): This innovative foundation stick is portable, easy to apply, goes on smoothly, and comes in 20 different shades–so you're going to find a matching shade for sure. Honestly, what’s not to love?
Nail strengthener and hardener
Quimica Alemana Nail Hardener ($15): This has to be one of the best nail hardeners on the market! Highly recommended by manicurists and colombianas everywhere, the beauty fave forms a strong protective barrier that helps nails grow healthy and strong and that prevents chipping, peeling, and splitting.
Cleanser
Cetaphil Gentle Daily Skin Cleanser ($12) : This dermatologist-recommended cleanser is fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and gentle enough for all skin types. I’ve been using it since my acne-prone high school days and have never looked back!
Salve
Aquaphor Healing Ointment ($13): This incredibly nourishing formula is a must-have during the dry, cold winter season. It soothes and intensely moisturizes dry, cracked or irritated skin leaving it baby soft and healthy.
Fragrance
Chanel No. 5 ($98): This fragrance was created by Coco Chanel herself back in 1921 designed to smell like a woman. Unlike most scents these days, this delicious and luxurious fragrance works on women of all ages and isn’t too strong or overwhelming.
