the best picks from Beautycounter’s holiday collection

Hi friends! Happy almost-Friday! Hope you’re enjoying the morning. I’m taking an easy workout week after last week’s Orangetheory Hell Week madness. I don’t think I’ve done so many burpees, rowed as long, and ran my little heart out as much as I did in the past couple of weeks. If you need me, you can find me foam rolling, yoga-ing… ok and maybe doing a little online shopping.

For today, let’s talk about beauty products and the amazing selection Beautycounter has for holiday! 

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I opened up my package of holiday products and literally ooooh-ed and ahhhh-ed over everything. The packaging is so gorgeous and I love the new additions to the product lines.

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For today’s post, I thought I’d break down my very favorites if you’re already shopping for gifts, or if you’re looking for something for yourself!

1. The Instant Awakening Trio. This set contains my very favorite Beautycounter product right now – the overnight peel, plus the new illuminating cream and cooling eye pads. I need all the help I can get in the “looking refreshed” department, so naturally, I was stoked about this set. A lot of the holiday products I bought are for blog giveaways and family gifts but this one? Nope. For meeeeeee.

2. New Nudes Lipgloss Trio. These are versatile nudes that you can wear alone for a little shine (and a light natural mint flavor) or layer over lipstick. 

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3. Mini hand creams, oils, and lip glosses for stocking stuffers. These are amazing for hostess gifts and stocking stuffers! I love sets like these that you can break apart for various gifts and purposes. The new scents in the hand creams are gorgeous, too. 

4. Mini Color Intense lipstick vault. These lipsticks are my very favorite lip product right now. They last for SO LONG and the colors are amazing. My fave colors are brunch, 9-5 and daydream.

5. Counterman preview gift set. Men need nontoxic skincare, too! It includes a daily exfoliating cleanser, shave cream, aftershave tonic, and oil-free face lotion in a cool Dopp kit. 

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6. Necessary Neutrals palette. This palette includes 18 new shades designed to flatter all skin tones. It’s versatile for any season, too. 

Palette

Why I love Beautycounter products:

– For a long time, I spent so much time and energy caring about what I ate, and how I worked out, and didn’t even think about the products I was using at home, or what I was putting on our skin.  After I became pregnant with Liv and started to do more research, I was horrified with what I found. I started to re-haul our cleaning products, use glass instead of plastic, and experiment with natural skin and beauty products. 

While I loved the stuff I found at the health food store and the things I’d make myself, not much of it felt very *luxe* to me. There’s nothing fancy or spa-like about taking a tub of coffee grounds into the shower, you know? I feel like Beautycounter was the best of both worlds: nontoxic skincare and beauty products that still feel like you’re treating yourself a little. 😉

They’ve banned 1500 ingredients from their product lines that are commonly used in the skincare and beauty industry in the United States. Every ingredient is disclosed on the website, and they test every batch for safety. I also love that they’re focused on creating a MOVEMENT and changing the industry as a whole. The goal isn’t to look around and see everyone wearing Beautycounter; it’s for everyone to have access to safe beauty, no matter where you shop or what brand you purchase.

Even though I’m a Beautycounter consultant, they’re not the only products I use. I use and love many non-Beautycounter products in my routine, like this toner, this blueberry cleanser, this Tarte lash primer and mascara, and this Tarte Palette. (Sephora’s VIB sale also starts tomorrow as a heads up!)

I’m a huge fan of mixing and matching, and choosing safe products that you love! If you’d like to switch to safer skincare and need help picking out products, please let me know. I’m also looking for 3 rockstars to add to my Beautycounter team if you think consulting may be a fit for you.

And now, it’s giveaway time! One lucky winner will receive the stunning Necessary Neutrals palette (pictured above, valued at $89), plus a bottle of PHLUR perfume ($88) because I’m obsessed. 

  • To enter, leave a comment below with something you’re looking forward to this month!
  • For a bonus entry, sign up for my Beautycounter newsletter (I won’t spam ya, I promise) to get gift with purchase offers and occasional Beautycounter news.

    (Leave an extra comment below if you sign up!)

    I’ll pick a lucky winner this Sunday at midnight EST and announce in Monday’s am post.

    xo

    Gina

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297 Comments

  1. Wendy on November 8, 2018 at 1:31 pm

    I am looking forward to spending time with my nieces.

  2. Wendy on November 8, 2018 at 1:31 pm

    I signed up for the newsletter

  3. Brittany on November 8, 2018 at 1:32 pm

    As of this month, we’ve decided to get a puppy!!! So even though we don’t get him until next month, I’ll still be looking forward to it all month long!!

  4. ErikaMC on November 8, 2018 at 1:38 pm

    I’m taking my son to the production of Aladdin and am so excited to go!

  5. Elizabeth on November 8, 2018 at 2:01 pm

    I’m looking forward to having my girls off school for thanksgiving break!

  6. Jaime on November 8, 2018 at 2:18 pm

    I’m looking forward to scarf & boot weather!

  7. Fitsquad on November 8, 2018 at 2:24 pm

    WoW it is really amazing package of holiday products.

  8. Rebecca Murray on November 8, 2018 at 2:29 pm

    I am excited to travel to Denver and NYC and experience the holiday season in different cities.

  9. Catherine on November 8, 2018 at 2:36 pm

    Looking forward to hosting my first Thanksgiving! I’ve always been a guest before!

  10. Jessica W on November 8, 2018 at 2:37 pm

    I’m looking forward to seeing HAMILTON next week!!!!

    • Fitnessista on November 8, 2018 at 5:52 pm

      AHHH YOU’LL LOVE IT!

  11. Jessica W on November 8, 2018 at 2:37 pm

    I signed up for your newsletter 🙂

  12. Tori on November 8, 2018 at 2:44 pm

    I’m looking forward to cooking Thanksgiving dinner with my family.

  13. Kate on November 8, 2018 at 2:47 pm

    I’m looking forward to political ads ending!

  14. Melanie on November 8, 2018 at 2:47 pm

    Thanksgiving with family!

  15. Courtney Spencer on November 8, 2018 at 3:00 pm

    I am excited to spend Thanksgiving with my two sons and step son. Cooking, playing flag football, board games and of course eating a yummy dinner.

  16. Tracy on November 8, 2018 at 3:03 pm

    I’m excited to have all my kids home from school for Thanksgiving break!

  17. Tracy on November 8, 2018 at 3:04 pm

    I’m signed up for your newsletter 🙂

  18. Anna Perry on November 8, 2018 at 3:11 pm

    Signed up for the newsletter!

  19. Anna Perry on November 8, 2018 at 3:12 pm

    This month I’m looking forward to extra time with family and starting my holiday shopping!!

  20. Jamie on November 8, 2018 at 3:17 pm

    I’m excited to see my brother, who is in the army, and his family. I’m especially excited for them to meet our baby, who will be 2 months old when they meet her!

  21. Kaden on November 8, 2018 at 3:23 pm

    I am looking forward to spending time with my family on a mini vacation to the Smoky Mountains!

  22. Kaden on November 8, 2018 at 3:24 pm

    I signed up for the newsletter!

  23. Jacki on November 8, 2018 at 3:49 pm

    I am looking forward to mashed potatoes. And stuffing. And pie.

  24. Jacki on November 8, 2018 at 3:50 pm

    Signed up for the newsletter

  25. Amber Dillon on November 8, 2018 at 4:21 pm

    I am looking forward to a relaxing Thanksgiving with my family after 2 months of constant travel!

  26. Elissa on November 8, 2018 at 6:15 pm

    I’m already enjoying ALL the holiday movies and writing Christmas lists (and online shopping for them!). I’l planning on wrapping BEFORE Dec 24 this year and doing some baking with my littles:)

  27. Jessie on November 8, 2018 at 6:56 pm

    I’m excited for a family day on Saturday!

  28. Jessie on November 8, 2018 at 6:57 pm

    I’m subscribed to the email list:)

  29. Sally on November 8, 2018 at 7:11 pm

    I’m looking forward to a weeklong Thanksgiving break from my first year of teaching 6th grade.

  30. Lori on November 8, 2018 at 7:11 pm

    I’m looking forward to time with friends and family for the holidays!

  31. Sally on November 8, 2018 at 7:12 pm

    I subscribe to your newsletter.

  32. Caroline on November 8, 2018 at 7:27 pm

    I’m looking forward to see my boyfriend act as the lead role in a community theater play!

  33. Meg B. on November 8, 2018 at 7:47 pm

    Looking forward to a lot of family time!

  34. Amanda on November 8, 2018 at 7:47 pm

    Subscribing to the email list, looking forward to learning more about this brand. Thank you for the intro…loving the colors in that palette!

  35. Meg B. on November 8, 2018 at 7:49 pm

    Signed up for the newsletter!

  36. Amanda on November 8, 2018 at 7:49 pm

    I am looking forward to long runs to be over with…marathon training is incredibly time consuming!

  37. Crystal on November 8, 2018 at 8:12 pm

    I’m looking forward to sweater weather 🙂

  38. Samantha D on November 8, 2018 at 8:29 pm

    I signed up!

  39. Samantha D on November 8, 2018 at 8:30 pm

    I’m very excited for cooler weather and focused and meaningful time with my fam…love this season! It’s still in the high 80s here in South Florida…help.

  40. Sarah on November 8, 2018 at 8:33 pm

    I am looking forward to defending my dissertation. Just scheduled it for 11/30. EEK

  41. Natalie on November 8, 2018 at 9:23 pm

    My sister’s coming home! She’s been living in California for the last year-and-a-half!

  42. Angela Magdaleno on November 8, 2018 at 9:25 pm

    Looking forward to fall weather and beautiful fall foliage!!

  43. Liza on November 8, 2018 at 9:35 pm

    I am looking forward to Thanksgiving foods!!

  44. Liza on November 8, 2018 at 9:36 pm

    I signed up for the newsletter! I am been wanting to try these products for a while now!

  45. Laura on November 8, 2018 at 9:49 pm

    Looking forward to going to Big Sur after Thanksgiving and disconnecting for a few days!

  46. milania on November 8, 2018 at 10:42 pm

    Looking forward to getting my wedding dress altered, fitting to me this month — wedding is next month!!

  47. Tiffany on November 8, 2018 at 11:02 pm

    I’m looking forward to the start of the holiday season with my family!

  48. Melodie A McGarrah on November 8, 2018 at 11:13 pm

    It’s my wedding anniversary month! 16 years?!??

  49. Melodie A McGarrah on November 8, 2018 at 11:14 pm

    I signed up

  50. Kristi on November 8, 2018 at 11:34 pm

    Looking forward to spending thanksgiving with my family this year in Florida. I haven’t been home in over two years and my heart aches to see my parents, my siblings and the beach! Plus I get to introduce my 13 month old little boy to my favorite traditions! Pray for me on the 4 hour flight ?? PHX to MCO!

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