As I write these words, I'm seated by an open window, curled up in a blanket, relishing the cool air as it drifts in. It's officially fall—and we're ready for everything that brings beauty-wise, like supple face creams, matte lipstick, and at-home lasers.
From the bamboo mask our beauty director uses before a big event to the leave-in treatment another editor uses to keep her platinum strands in tip-top shape, shop the 12 beauty products we're loving right now.
Neuraé Énergie The Cream, $170.00 Shop Now
French newcomer Neuraé, which harnesses the science of the brain-skin connection, has quickly become a favorite of mine. Their Énergie moisturizer makes good on its “wake-up call for tired skin” promise with brightening vitamin C and nutrient-rich Jania rubens (a type of red algae). What’s more: I truly can’t enough of its uplifting green scent and skin-hugging texture. —Lauren Valenti, beauty director
NIRA Pro Laser, $599.00 Shop Now
My biggest skin-care concern is hyperpigmentation. Every time I get a pimple, I'm left with a months-long reminder in the form of a dark spot. To ease existing hyperpigmentation, I've leaned on my NIRA laser, an at-home, non-fractional laser. It uses the same chip that you'll see in office-grade tools to stimulate your skin's natural collagen production, which can help smooth and prevent fine lines and wrinkles while strengthening the skin's ability to heal itself. I've loved having this tool as a regular part of my routine over the past year and can truly see the difference it's made in fading my hyperpigmentation. It's especially wonderful in the fall to help fade uneven skin tone left behind from sun exposure. —Kara Jillian Brown, beauty editor
Eadem Dew Dream, $30.00 Shop Now
While other cleansing balms tend to feel waxy and heavy, Eadem’s goes on silky and melts into milk, removing every speck of makeup, SPF, and oil in its path. It’s the rare face wash that leaves my skin feeling clean but hydrated, neither tight nor needing a second cleanse. I also love that it’s in a tube instead of a jar, so as not to introduce germs with your fingers. —Emily Kelleher, evergreen and special projects editor
Joanna Vargas Twilight Face Mask, $60.00 Shop Now
Before a big event, I love putting on one of these biodegradable bamboo sheet masks from New York facialist Joanna Vargas. I leave it on for 20 minutes, letting soothing niacinamide, toning witch hazel, and regenerative growth factor supply instantly fresher-looking skin. Living legend Kim Cattrall is also a fan. Need I say more? —L.V.
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer, $32.00 Shop Now
As a beauty editor, I've tried countless concealers. But no matter what, I always come back to this one. It was the first one I ever bought in high school and has been my go-to in the decade since. It's smooth, creamy, and adds the perfect amount of brightness and coverage to my skin. I can apply a teeny amount on no-makeup-makeup days and skip powder after for a creaseless finish, or put it on a bit thicker and powder when I want more coverage. —K.J.B.
Dior Diorshow Iconic Overcurl, $33.00 Shop Now
I love the ROI this mascara yields in the most rushed night-out-get-ready sessions. One swipe of its curved brush results in lush curl and volume, instantly opening up my eyes to doe-eyed effect—and with zero smudging as the hours pass. It’s so satisfying, especially when every second counts. —L.V.
L’Objet Kérylos Eau de Parfum, $160.00 Shop Now
Summer may be over, but this citrusy scent from L'Objet keeps sunny days at the top of my mind. The grapefruit and yuzu top notes are bright and fresh, but it dries down to something more complex, with a santal and white musk base that adds sharpness and depth. Light and never cloying, it's one of those perfumes you can't get enough of. —E.K.
Kérastase Nutritive Ultra-Hydrating Mask, $64.00 Shop Now
I’ve been using this lush Kérastase mask, packed with hydrating niacinamide and nourishing plant-based proteins, to give my hair some TLC on wash day. The creamy texture is easy to distribute and has a fresh, soothing scent I can’t get enough of. In just a few months, I’ve seen a noticeable difference in the strength and suppleness of my 3b curls. —L.V.
The Hair Edit Bow Pose Ribbon, $11.00 Shop Now
I moonlight as a barre instructor and love little accessories that can elevate my workout looks. This adorable scrunchie has become a favorite, especially for early morning classes when I'm too dead to apply a stitch of makeup but want a little something to brighten my look. —K.J.B.
Violete_FR Bisou Balm, $29.00 Shop Now
True to its French roots, Violette_FR made a lipstick that mimics the perfectly blurred look of a post-kiss red lip. I tend to shy away from red lipstick, but this one converted me. It’s hydrating (not sticky!) and highly wearable. —E.K.
Tata Harper Regenerating Cleanser, $88.00 Shop Now
During summer, I love an exfoliating cleanser that gently sloughs away the build-up of excess sweat and SPF. This creamy, subtly citrus-scented one from Tata Harper exfoliates using a combination of apricot seed powder and BHA from white willow bark, leaving my dull skin instantly brighter and polished. —L.V.
Ranavat Renewing Leave In Treatment, $58.00 Shop Now
This product makes my double-process platinum hair feel like it's never been touched by bleach. I use it every day—after I shower, for heat protection, and even on second or third day hair to smooth and refresh it. My hair now air dries into a texture I could previously only achieve with a blow-out, and I swear it makes the color brighter and more vibrant somehow. I got a blowout recently and two stylists came over to ask how I manage to have such healthy hair when I bleach it so regularly. I credit this! —E.K.