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Beauty   |  June 12, 2019

Beauty Brands, Please Don’t Ever Discontinue These 15 Products

In a recent Instagram Story, I shared (yet again) the Neutrogena Moisturesmooth Color Stick that I’ve been using nonstop for at least 10 years now (primarily in shades Plum Perfect or Soft Raspberry, FYI). You’re all well aware of the fears I harbor surrounding any potential future discontinuation of this or any of my beauty must-haves. When it comes to the Neutrogena Color Sticks, I may or may not have two dozen of them stashed in a drawer somewhere just in case, the world will never know. But this product (and the legitimate nightmares I have that it’s ever discontinued) did get me thinking about what other products all of you feel this passionate about to the point of paranoia, so I asked on instastories. As always, you delivered your answers in droves. Part of me was overjoyed, and the other part of me panicked that I now have so many more products to hoard. Here are your faves, the official top 15 beauty products that, if discontinued, would devastate everyone.

The 15 Absolute Best Beauty Products:

ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS

Brow Wiz

1

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz

I fully hear where you’re coming from with this one. When you find a brow solution that works for you, you’re committed for life. I, Mary, take thee, Anastasia.  

Side note: this is also one of the few brands I’ve found whose lighter shades for blondes don’t look orange or golden.  You guys know I use this in my beauty routine regularly. Anastasia, you get me and I thank you.

BENEFIT COSMETICS

Hoola Matte Bronzer

2

Benefit Hoola Bronzer

Similarly, finding the right bronzer for your skin tone that has great blendability (and doesn’t make you look orange) is like finding a needle in a stack of Sephora samples, so I wasn’t shocked to see this fan favorite bronzer here. Never leave us, darling Hoola.

GLOSSIER

Boy Brow

3

Glossier Boy Brow

I feel like Anastasia and Glossier are the Coke and Pepsi of the brow game, and I’m here for it. Maybe because this product is so new and so beloved, we won’t have quite the worries about discontinuation? One can hope.  

LAURA MERCIER

Translucent Setting Powder

4

Laura Mercier Setting Powder

Color me not shocked that this Laura Mercier setting powder made the list. This brand is like the olive oil of our beauty collections. High quality, necessary for daily life, and used to the last drop.  Except that metaphor is actually terrible because this product specifically also combats oil.  BUT YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN, GUYS. 

MAC

Matte Lipstick in Mehr

5

Mac Matte Lipstick

Not only did tons of you say this is your ride-or-die, but you also indicated that you’re particularly addicted to the shade Mehr.  See, when we get into specific shades, that’s when panic really sets in. This was by far your favorite shade of Mac’s beloved matte lipstick, so stock up, ladies—it can’t hurt. Living without it however, sounds painful.

NARS

Powermatte Lip Pigment in Starwoman

6

Nars Powermatte Lip Pigment

Similar situation here. Because, can you imagine the Sephora stampede if something were to happen to it?! I truly have nightmares about the Nars Powermatte being discontinued (especially in shade Star Woman or Under My Thumb).  It lasts forever, doesn’t dry out your lips and, quite simply, can never leave my vanity.

BAND-AID

Friction Block Stick

7

Band-Aid Friction Block Stick

Here’s an interesting one that I wasn’t expecting. Although, it’s officially new sandals season so I don’t know why I’m surprised. This magic stick helps prevent all kinds of blistering and chafing, and is a true miracle in the summer months.  Keep one in every purse.  If Johnson and Johnson ever discontinue this, I may have to go barefoot.

IT COSMETICS

CC+ Cream with SPF 50

8

IT Cosmetics CC Cream

Agreed, friends, totally agreed. The perfect CC cream is absolutely priceless when it’s time for your warm weather makeup routine, and this one is consistently rated SO VERY HIGHLY. I’m honestly blown away by the number of people who sing its praises.  This IT Cosmetics CC Cream a foundation, SPF 50+ physical sunscreen, brightening color corrector, hydrating serum, primer, concealer, and moisturizing day cream all in one. Hoard, hoard, hoard.

L’OREAL

Elnett Satin Extra Strong Hold Hairspray

9

L’Oreal Elnett Satin Extra Strong Hold Hair Spray

I too have strong feelings about my favorite mane manager, and I know this oldie-but-goodie is seriously beloved. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, you know? Also, do you think they sell it by the case?  

ERBORIAN

BB Cream Tinted Moisturizer

10

Erborian BB Creme au Ginseng

I have been dying to try this product after seeing its ratings! (Also its price tag.) According to you (and its glowing Sephora reviews) this product not only evens skin tone, but also packs a seriously moisturizing punch. How many BB creams is too many BB creams to own when you only have like… technically one face?

ESTÉE LAUDER

DayWear Advanced Anti-Oxidant Creme

11

Estee Lauder Daywear Advanced Multi-Protection Anti-Oxidant Creme

You never need to justify your skincare obsessions to me. Go forth, my friends, and moisturize.  While you’re at it, reap the benefits of anti-aging antioxidants and broad spectrum SPF of this amazing Estee Lauder day cream.  This one is a cult-favorite for a reason.

GIORGIO ARMANI

Luminous Silk Foundation

12

Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation

Did we just become best friends? If anything had the capacity to knock my favorite Make Up For Ever HD foundation off its throne, it would be this one.  Just take a look at those 280K Sephora loves. The Armani Luminous Silk foundation has a super natural, luminous finish and is buildable, yet lightweight.  

LANEIGE

Lip Sleeping Mask

13

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

Yes! I was so delighted to see this one pop up and know I’m not the only one who’s fallen in love with this little miracle over the last year. Throw this on at night and your pout will be plumped and ready to rock (the beloved lip products listed above, obvi).  

SUNDAY RILEY

Good Genes Treatment

14

SUNDAY RILEY Good Genes

This all-in-one lactic acid treatment isn’t cheap, but if the ratings are any indication, it’s worth every penny. When you find a skincare product that generates a noticeable improvement for you, there’s literally no reason not to be loyal for life.

URBAN DECAY

24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Zero

15

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil

A product that makes our day-to-day makeup game easier and always spot-on is a product worth buying by the dozen.  This eyeliner is beloved because it goes on smooth and doesn’t budge or smudge all day.  Like the MAC lipstick mentioned above, this product not only came recommended in droves, but many of you were specific about your love for shade Zero.    

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8 thoughts on “Beauty Brands, Please Don’t Ever Discontinue These 15 Products”

  1. Huong Vo
    June 13, 2019 at 4:00 PM

    Omg, Mary!!! I would die if #1 and #7 were discontinued. I can’t live with crappy looking brows and WILL go barefoot! So many great brands! I have to try a lot of them. I do love It Cosmetics and Armani Power Fabric myself! I LOVED this post!

    She Sweats Diamonds

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  2. Tina
    June 16, 2019 at 10:45 AM

    I would have to add D-Bronzi to the list now. I bought it after your recent Monday reco. It’s so good! Mixes so well with other products. I only need a tiny bit of foundation now. I always want to try boy brow, but wish it came in more shades. I have dark, almost black eyebrows, but lighter hair (both naturally and chemically). So, I tend to buy brow products that are between the two boy brown colors.

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  3. Nikki
    June 16, 2019 at 11:11 AM

    Complete must-haves I must say Mary!

    Love,
    Nikki
    http://www.runwaytoroad.com

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  4. Clara Smith
    July 4, 2019 at 3:51 AM

    Hi,
    Thanks for sharing the beauty products. I really like your collection of the best 15.

    Reply
  5. Mary
    July 8, 2019 at 5:07 AM

    These should never be discontinued!

    Reply
  6. Ariel
    July 8, 2019 at 5:08 AM

    These should never be discontinued!!!

    Reply
  7. Julie Fleischner
    July 11, 2019 at 7:01 PM

    Really helpful list! Definitely want to try the Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder.

    Reply
  8. Kat
    January 4, 2020 at 10:07 AM

    What about Clinique face moisturizing lotion? I was hoping to see it on this list. I have been using it for a few years now as per your previous post recommendation and absolutely love it.

    Reply

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