We live in a world revolving around consumerism and sometimes, it can get overwhelming. With so many products coming into the market and making their splash, it’s hard to decide what to buy and what not to buy. To help a bit, these are products that have lived up to their hype!

1. Hydroflasks

In all honesty, I used to make fun of these water bottles, like why spend $35+ on a water bottle? That is until I bought one out of curiosity as part of finals week retail therapy. Now, I can’t imagine living without my Hydroflask. Y’all I will put ice water in it at night and in the morning there will still be physical ice cubes in the bottle!!!!!

2. Glossier makeup

This brand is revolutionizing the way we know makeup. They emphasize natural looking skin and natural looks that go against what we stereotypically think of when we think about makeup.

3. Newsboy caps

With hat trends changing every year, this year is definitely the “newsboy” cap/”fisherman” caps. They’re cute, and make you look put together or shabby chic, interpret it how you like.

4. Personalized vitamins

If you have specific concerns that can’t be met through general daily vitamins, you can get customized vitamin packs at Take Care Of. They offer unique packages to meet your needs. They even come in individual daily packs! You can take them on the go!! Never underestimate the power of daily vitamins!! They make a difference!!

5. Personalized hair care

If you’re a curly-haired girl like me (or not), there is a lot of guessing when it comes to shopping for shampoo, conditioner, and hair masks, especially when you’re looking for new products to replace the ones your hair has gotten used to (yes it’s a thing). Prose Hair has you do an online consultation that helps create your unique formula and offers shampoo, conditioner, and a hair mask. Personalization at its best.

While we’re only in the first few months of 2018, it’s never too late to try out some new routines or try out new products!