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I recently transitioned back into reality. For the first time in what feels like forever, I get ready each morning to face the day in the real world. This is a world that no longer equates blue-light-glasses with makeup and pajamas as pants are no longer appropriate for Monday morning meetings. As I sip my coffee while multitasking my morning routines, I find myself in search of an easy everyday makeup routine that’s both as natural and bold as my coffee beans.
Thankfully, I found espressoh: the Italian-born and bred makeup brand that makes a daily makeup routine as easy as turning on your Nespresso. With caffeine extracts infused in each product, the beauty-brand commits to three core values: simple and fast makeup, a bold and powerful look, and a strong Italian taste. Much like the culturally revered espresso shot, this Italian brand is not only one of life’s luxurious pleasures but also a downright daily necessity. Its Aroma Lipstick ($21), Hey Broh brow gel ($25), GLASSY blush ($26), and Intenso Mascara ($25) are just what I need for my newfound hectic mornings when all I want is a quick, clean look and caffeinated kick to start my day. Read my review of these espressoh favorites and try not to get immediately addicted. I’ll wait.
Aroma Lipstick: An All Day/All Night Necessity
In April of 2021, lipstick sales were said to have skyrocketed by 80%. For many, it was a sign of the times. There’s no better way to step back into the world than by expressing yourself with a bold lip. Espressoh’s Aroma Lipstick packs a punch, coming in a daring variety of colors enriched with addicting coffee flavors. Long-lasting, this $21 lipstick is formulated to ensure that each sip of your cappuccino comes away smudge-free. Made with Coffee Arabica Seed Oil, the texture is extra creamy and leaves your lips feeling hydrated and nourished. There’s no better way to fool your coworkers into thinking you didn’t just roll out of bed than with a red lip moment, truly. And, unlike your cup of coffee, the Aroma Lipstick has no mid-day crash. The bold look and fabulous formula have got you covered all day and all night. It really is that easy.
There’s no better way to fool your coworkers into thinking you didn’t just roll out of bed than with a red lip moment, truly. And, unlike your cup of coffee, the Aroma Lipstick has no mid-day crash. The bold look and fabulous formula have got you covered all day and all night. It really is that easy.
Hey Broh: The Gel For Any Brow
Like your morning coffee, we all have our own ways of taking our brows. Some of us like ours full, some like ‘em perfectly in place, and others are just too lazy to keep them in check. This is where Hey Broh comes in, my absolute favorite and the most versatile brow gel in the game. Totally translucent for all hair colors, this water-based gel formula sets, defines, and nourishes your brow with one swift swipe. With absolutely no stiffening or flaking, the Hey Broh lets you style your brows to your preference for only $25 a bottle. Some mornings I want to keep things sleek, and other times I can give myself the model-worthy bushy-brushed-out brows moment that I dream about. As if that’s not enough, the Hey Broh is also enriched with golden-flax extract to boost your hair's natural pigment. However you like it, Hey Broh has your back for your perfect morning brow.
GLASSY Blush: A Deceptively Bold And Bright Beauty Treat
I didn’t think it was possible to love anything more than a big glass of my morning latte. That was until I found espressoh GLASSY Blush. Without a doubt, this is my favorite beauty product out there. Period. Although the blush appears to be a translucent gel, a tiny dab on your cheeks creates the most intense and adorable pink color that adapts to your unique skin tone. This product uses a pH reagent formula, meaning it reacts with the pH of your skin tone to transform into the perfect tint for you. Its “one shade flushes all” formula is powered with one dose of caffeine, adding a little extra boost of hydration to your freshly highlighted face. Never have I ever felt more naturally dewy and flushed, making my morning makeup routine pack an extra pop of boldness that I didn’t know was possible. Trust me on this one, for $26 this product will last you a lifetime, one full of bold, bright, and brilliant experiences that will match your makeup.
Without a doubt, this is my favorite beauty product out there. Period. Although the blush appears to be a translucent gel, a tiny dab on your cheeks creates the most intense and adorable pink color that adapts to your unique skin tone. This product uses a pH reagent formula, meaning it reacts with the pH of your skin tone to transform into the perfect tint for you.
Intenso Mascara: It’s In The Name
I think there is nothing more beautiful and bold than lashes, but it's undoubtedly hard to find the right mascara. Well, look no further. The Intenso Mascara has it all in the name, the ultra-rich and volumizing mascara lengthens, thickens, and curls your lashes to give you a look that matches the bold energy of your caffeine kick. Priced at $25, the product promises to be a no-wear or tear type of deal, staying on from early morning to wherever your night may take you. The soft brush coats your lashes from corner to corner and slides on ultra-smooth. Of course, it wouldn’t be a true espressoh favorite without the added caffeine boost. The Intenso mascara uses natural caffeine, carnauba wax, rice wax, and beeswax to nourish, energize, and volumize your lashes. What else could you ask for? This mascara is the perfect final step to your deceptively easy bold makeup look for the busiest of mornings. Trust me, I know.
Thanks to espressoh, gone are the days of tired eyes and morning makeup stress. With a little help from my friends (The Aroma Lipstick, Hey Broh brow gel, GLASSY blush, and Intenso Mascara, and my morning cup of coffee), I’ve become excited for my mornings. I feel bold, beautiful, and balanced, just as the brand intended. Just like a shot of espresso, this is the kick I’ve been looking for. Yes, I am already addicted.
5 More Reasons To Love espressoh:
- Not just cool, it’s cruelty-free: Each of espressoh’s products is vegan and cruelty-free, meaning you can feel good about everything you fashion to your face in the morning. Since 2009, animal testing has been banned from the EU to ensure that all ingredients are sourced ethically and with a little love. Of course, espressoh adheres to that mandate, making their Italian products a reflection of their pride and love as a brand.
- It always feels like home: 100% produced in Italy, espressoh’s commitment to the culture and community can never go unnoticed. This fully local sourcing has the added bonuses of limiting their carbon footprint and supporting the domestic economy. Like a family affair, espressoh’s products feel like you’re welcomed into their Italian home. Now that’s amore.
- Simply sustainable: Since the start, espressoh has set goals to ensure they only improve on their environmental impact. In 2020, their first goal was achieved: eliminating all plastic from the delivery process! In 2021, the company became fully carbon neutral by offsetting emissions with investments into reforestation. Each day for espressoh comes with never-ending efforts to halt the environmental crisis, and they are sure to share the news of their achievements with their customers.
- Never exclusive: espressoh never does it for the optics. Instead, they ensure they are truly transparent about all of their ingredients. Steering away from the cloudy definitions of “clean beauty,” espressoh adopts a new way of ensuring that their customers know what's packed into every perfect product. The brand’s ingredient list is always open for viewing, and they commit to completely non-toxic elements. They also ensure that their leave-on products are fragrance-free, keeping the skin as fresh and healthy as their coffee beans.
- Female owned and operated: Founder and creator of espressoh, Chiara Cascella, found a gap in the industry. For her, it was an opportunity. With extensive knowledge of the beauty industry, Chiara called upon her 100% Italian heritage to make a home-born brand that gives her and other women as bold of a look outside as they feel within. Grazie, Chiara.
