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With brands sending free stuff to the microest of influencers, we decided it’s high time for a roundup series that includes exclusively products that have been purchased and loved outright by people you know, people you follow, and people you’ve definitely heard of. Think of Receipts as a fun-things-only money diaries.
Everything you’re about to read will make you want to literally lash out in the best way possible.
Lashify CEO and Founder Sahara Lotti has a strong eye – for entrepreneurship, creativity, curation, and – well – lashes. She began her career as a screenwriter in Hollywood, but it wasn’t until she experienced the life-changing confidence boost of professional lash extensions (we all know that feeling) that she decided not to blink twice about starting her very own at-home lash system, which has left beauty in the lashes of beholders globally.
Given her beauty-led expertise, we wanted to know everything the Queen of Lashes (as we’ll refer to her) relies on to keep her eyes on the prize.
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“This has become my secret little hack for energy, mood, and inflammation. Ever since I discovered it, I’ve used it every single day because it actually works. You can feel the difference in your body and mind almost immediately, and that’s why I keep coming back to it. I definitely notice a difference on the days I forget to take it. One recommendation: I made the mistake of taking it directly from the dropper at first. It tasted awful and dyed my mouth blue!”
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“I love clearing energy – my space, myself, everything. Energy is everything. I use this at home, before I start creating, or after a long day. It helps me to reset the vibe and smells absolutely incredible – luxurious yet grounding, and it instantly shifts the way I feel. It’s become a little ritual before big meetings or launches – clearing away any energy that doesn’t serve me.”
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“I’m 1000% a lip liner girl. I love neutrals, and most days, it’s all I put on my lips. This one is specifically my daily go-to! I love the formula, the shade – it’s one of those ‘stockpile in case they discontinue it’ situations.”
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"This is the best Japanese cleansing water – period. I use it as a toner after I cleanse my face or in the middle of the day to refresh my skin. It’s the perfect reset. When I need my face clean but not stripped, this cleanser is a non-negotiable for prepping my lashes before applying Lashify, too. It’s not just makeup remover, it’s actual skincare.”
Most Lashify customers don’t realize this product isn’t just for lashes – you can (and should) use it all over your face. You won’t regret it."
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“I’ve been using Chanel blush since I was a teenager, and it’s still my favorite. This blush is a lifelong love for me – I always have multiples on hand so I don’t run out. I’ve always applied it super high up on the apples of my cheeks – it just wakes up the face and makes you look more youthful. It also blends so seamlessly that I frequently apply it without even looking in the mirror.
This blush is just a sense of nostalgia for me. I’ve been using it since I was 12, sneaking it when I wasn’t even allowed to wear makeup yet.”
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“Rea Ann Silva, the founder of Beautyblender, is a friend and fellow beauty disruptor. When she created the Beautyblender sponge, she changed the entire industry. It’s the first of its kind and still the best.
I use the mini to blend concealer under my eyes or for softening fake freckles. Beautyblender isn’t just a sponge. Once you’ve used the real thing, there’s no going back. The copycats will never compare.”
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“I wear this jewelry every day. It’s a part of my uniform at this point because it’s wearable art – elevated, thoughtful, and timeless. The craftsmanship and storytelling behind each piece. It feels personal. The only time I take off my bracelets is when the TSA makes me.”
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“Why do I use this? That’s easy – because I look cuter with freckles. Whenever I want to look more youthful, I pull out my pen. It’s the perfect color, transparency, and viscosity, making my faux freckles look quite convincing! Whenever I want to look more youthful. I tried a competing fake freckle product that made me look like I was caked in dirt. I’ll never stray from Freck again.”
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“Anyone who knows me knows that I love to DIY my beauty routine. I love to do my own gel nails, and Luminary Builder Gel works the best for me. I use it whenever I do my nails. My natural nails are super flat, and this builder gel allows me to build an apex easily. The viscosity, clarity, and durability are perfect, in my opinion (and I’ve probably tried 99% of the builder gels on the market. I always come back to this one).”