Kara McGrath's Beauty Edit

“I recently saw a Reddit thread asking for scents that are cozy, but not sweet, and I think this fits the bill. It has woodsy cedar, spicy juniper berries, and warm tonka beans, which are balanced out by floral jasmine that lifts the overall scent. It gives me coziness, but with a freshness for springtime. (Plus, I just love the look of the new cobalt packaging.)”

“At any given time, there are 5+ animals living in my house and most of them use a litter box. Room sprays are non-negotiables. Homecourt makes some of the most long-lasting, elegant options out there.”

“This amber-patchouli-bergamot blend pairs well with a knitting project or good book. It's my go-to for nights when I just need to feel comfortable and relaxed.”

“So far, this is my favorite gourmand fragrance of the year. It's a creamy vanilla with hints of sandalwood and cinnamon that cut through some of the sweetness.”

“This body wash supposedly has a bunch of ingredients that are great for your skin, but all I care about is that is smells delicious (like vanilla and fig, to be specific) and foams up luxuriously.”

“My waves love nothing more than this gel from Ceremonia. It adds tons of texture and body but doesn't look overly crunchy.”

“I have an entire wall of nail polish in my office, but I find myself reaching for this dusty lilac more than any other. It's a more unexpected version of a neutral, and this formula almost always goes a whole workweek without chipping.”

"My all-time favorite everyday mascara! ‘Amplifying’ describes what it does perfectly: It adds just a touch of volume and length, leading to a ‘your lashes, but better’ moment."

“A daytime version of the brand's uber-popular lip mask, it gives you a glossy finish with just a touch of color that pairs well with any makeup look.”

“This brush has changed my cream blush game. The dense, angled bristles lead to perfect application every single time.”

“I had pretty much sworn off bronzer until this one came out. (No offense bronzer; I'm just more of a blush gal.) I dab it on my cheekbones, nose, and forehead for a natural, dewy glow.”

“A product with SPF 50+ that leaves you glowy, not greasy? Sign me up. This is my favorite sunscreen to wear under makeup these days.”