I’ve asked myself how I could do more when it comes to the Black Loves Matters Movement and sometimes the answer is actually really simple. Buy more from black owned businesses! I already support a lot of different black owned beauty businesses when it comes to hair care. Having long, wavy, frizzy, and drier hair I’ve always found comfort for my locks in brands like Carol’s Daughter, Shea Moisture, Mane Choice, and many others.

I’ve complied a list of a few brands I like and are easily available at Ulta! Supporting these businesses goes a long way at diversifying our economy and bringing more attention to black beauty brands!

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Good Morning!

I hope your Monday went well and your Tuesday is even better!

Today I thought we’d explore some black owned Etsy shops! It’s been such a long, long time since I did an Etsy Discovery post! That saddens me because I am a huge Etsy shopper and fan but I feel bad that I never really share some of my purchases on here. One thing that recently became important to me was educating myself on discovering new Etsy shops that were black owned and support those small businesses and feature them here on Musings of a Muse. I’ll be doing that in the new few weeks as I test out some of the items I’ve purchased from a variety of different shops!

Skip ahead and discovery some of these shops for yourself.

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Like many of you I love Sephora Lipstories Lipstick and now that summer is here the new Sephora #Lipstories Lip Balm is a perfect pick to add lightweight, hydrating color to lips. I think these are meant as a Fall 2020 launch but who doesn’t love a nice lightweight balm in the Summer? So the launch date fits in just perfect with the hot, humid weather at the moment.

Available in a sating and a shimmer finish these new balms come in ten shades and have a soft textured formula with mango butter and jojoba oil that adds moisture and beautiful color to lips. The packaging is the same paper that is sustainably sourced from managed forest and contains no metal or plastic mechanisms making them an environmentally friendly pick!

Sephora’s makeup line can be very hit or miss but the Lipstories Lipstick was a big hit when it originally launched in 2017. Not only was it affordable but the formula was lovely! The color was pigmented, the texture of the lipstick soft with an easy, smooth glide, and it wore quite well without migrating. I loved it and I’ve purchased many since the original launch so I’m excited to try the balm version.

These are $9 like the lipsticks but are a smidge smaller at 0.1 oz compared to the 0.14 oz size of the lipstick formula.

Sephora #Lipstories Lip Balm is available exclusively at Sephora.

I suspect these are more of a lighter lipstick than a balm! I hope I’m right as I do prefer a nice, light lipstick formula versus a more waxy or heavier balm!

Are you a fan of tinted lip balms?

Do you have any favorites?

Do share them!

Where to buy

Sephora

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Pumpkin infused makeup brushes and a face sponges but really? That’s totally a thing! Meet the new Sephora Pumpkin Infused Brush Set and Sephora Pumpkin Infused Sponge Set for Fall 2020. Ok, yes, some smart of my mind is like, “Really? Pumpkin infused sponges and makeup brushes? But why though…!?”

These brushes and sponges are infused with pumpkin powder which apparently helps to lock in moisture and provide a visible glow. Ummm….yeah, that sounds really gimmicky but some smart of part of my autumn loving self is like “Oh My God Pumpkin!” I mean, if they scented the handles or the sponges to smell like pumpkin space latte I’d be all, yeah I’ll take a case of each. But I probably don’t need sponges or brushes infused with pumpkin…..!

Or do I? Or do you?

Sephora Pumpkin Infused Brush Set $18
A mini set of travel-friendly brushes with with synthetic, vegan bristles and pumpkin powder believed to help lock in moisture to keep your skin with a visible glow.

Includes:

• Foundation Brush
• Concealer Brush
• Angled Shadow Brush
• Shadow Brush

Sephora Pumpkin Infused Sponge Set $16
A duo of sponges to blend makeup into skin infused with pumpkin powder believed to help lock in moisture.

Where to buy

Sephora

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Kopari Beauty Tropical Coconut Melt is a new formulation of the original coconut melt that now smells like a freaking pina colada. Shut the hell up!

I know, I know! Some people aren’t big on Kopari’s Coconut Melt because they feel it’s too expensive but I actually love it. Sorry! Don’t kill me! So, yeah, I’m sort of excited about the idea of having it formulated with a new scent that smells like a pina colada! Want!

This new version is available exclusively at Ulta and features organic coconut oil with a delicious coconut and pineapple tropical scent!

How do I use it? On my hair as a hair mask, on my legs, elbows, and heels! As a shaving oil and even under my eyes for a little moisture! It’s a multitasking demon that can be used just about anywhere you need a bit of moisture.

I’m pretty sure I need to make this mine!

If you want some grab Kopari Beauty Tropical Coconut Melt now at Ulta.

P.S. I’m really into Soap & Glory’s Magnificoco Drop In The Lotion Body Lotion at the moment as well! It smells so good! A delicious creamy pina colada with a juicy hint of pineapple!

What sort of tropical scents or body products are you using this Summer? Do share them!

Where to buy

Ulta

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