My life wouldn't be complete without searching for the latest beauty finds that are kind to my acne-prone skin. That sounds like an overstatement, but I'm serious. As much as I love skincare products like vitamin C serums, I'm just as obsessed with finding (and wearing) makeup that's brown-girl friendly. Specifically, foundations are the first thing I make a beeline for no matter if I’m shopping online or taking my time to browse Sephora's shelves.
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I haven't stopped praising this skin tint foundation since I tried it last year and there's so many reasons why. Similar to tinted moisturizers, it gives brown skin a "clean girl" makeup base that'll have people asking about your beauty secrets.
Its radiant finish and infused collagen encourage a healthy glow while ceramides improve your skin's barrier over time. Plus, you don't have to use a lot! I've been using it non-stop since September and there's still product left.
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This foundation is strictly for my brown skin girlies with sensitive skin that's prone to acne or eczema flareups. Rated as being the "best for combination skin" by Sephora, it also works for anyone whose skin can't choose between being oily or dry. It has calendula, chamomile, green tea, and kaolin clay in it to help target congested skin that's lost its luster.
Prior to relying heavily on Danessa Myricks Beauty's Yummy Skin Tint Foundation, my makeup routine wasn't complete without Range Beauty's hydrating formula. I loved that I didn't experience allergic reactions to it and noticed an improvement in my overall appearance the more I wore it.
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IMO, the best foundations have skincare ingredients in them. From ceramides to niacinamide, they're a must-have for brown skin and LYS Beauty gets it! Their Triple Fix Serum Foundation has hyaluronic acid which makes my skin jump for joy. Okay, my skin doesn't actually leap in the air but wearing this tones my oil production down.
Get this — it has turmeric and ashwagandha in it! If you're confused because you have both in your spice cabinet, let me explain. The first ingredient is known for its soothing antioxidant properties while the second one lowers signs of stress in your face. Sounds appealing, right?
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I've been team #liquidfoundation for so long that using a "stick" seemed unnecessary. But, I've been known to be wrong before, so I can admit Ami Colé made me a believer with this product. It's fragrance-free and has ingredients like baobab seed oil and soft-focus powder.
They work together to tell your skin it doesn't need to make more oil than it normally does while preventing it from drying out. If you have combination skin, it's a dream!
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Before I graduated to more "higher end" foundations, Maybelline's Fit Me Matte & Poreless formula was my go-to! It got me through the first few years of college so I have fond memories of it. It's nice to know it's still in the business of refining pores so they're not as open as they normally are.
One note is that the finish is a little more dewy than matte, but that's not a bad thing! Some formulas can be too drying, so this just leans more on the side of not making you look like you've been sweating all day.
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The girls love Nars and Nars loves us back! I've only worn this a few times, but I didn't have any complaints when I did. For starters, it offers up to 16 hours of wear which is great if you commute to work. Two, it's free of pore-clogging and harmful ingredients that could potentially cause acne breakouts, leading to dark spots on brown skin.
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Every makeup forum I've been on can't stop raving about Estee Lauder's Double-Wear Foundation and I finally get it. This will make you look like the celebs and models in the magazine advertisements because it has a flawless finish.
If you're not interested in looking dewy, this is going to be your new go-to because it's the true definition of matte. Again, matte shouldn't equal drying! It just means that you have a canvas that looks like it's meant to be admired from afar!
The only reason I don't buy it as often is because it's pricey. However, I don't mind splurging at least once per year to remember why I fell in love with it.
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e.l.f. cosmetics can't do anything wrong in my eyes. Every product I've tried has worked well with my brown skin so I'm always going to talk about them.
I like this foundation because it has a semi-matte finish that errs between radiant and smooth, which is good for those who can't decide which they like more. It's also incredibly lightweight and inexpensive!
If you're not a fan of spending over $20 for foundation, I highly recommend you try this.
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Ah, Haus Labs. How much do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I don't know if it's meant to be for performance wear, but I once wore this on a busy work day where I sprinted up and down the halls during an emergency. Guess what? It didn't budge and only looked like I'd added a bit of highlighter to my cheeks.
It has fermented arnica, intellizen 7 complez and bioferment 7 complex in it which sounds unlike anything I'd ever heard of in makeup. They combat irritated skin while healing it and protecting it from further stress. Though I'm not 100 percent free from acne (and never will be), I've noticed I don't break out as often since introducing this to my makeup routine.
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Last but not least, this super blurring foundation is the definition of "airbrushed." It's buildable so you can control the kind of coverage you want and it has one of my favorite skincare ingredients in it — niacinamide.
Whenever I wear this, my skin's texture doesn't look patchy and I can barely see my pores. I'm not a fan of erasing my pores, but I don't mind looking "smooth" sometimes!
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After reports started circulating that Taylor Swift was distancing herself from Blake Lively amid the It Ends With Us drama (namely Blake calling in Taylor as backup in a meeting with Justin Baldoni, and then referring to the singer as one of her "dragons" in a text), sources promised things were good as gold between the two famous BFFs. But new reports are suggesting Taylor "feels used" by Blake (and her cringy Game of Thrones text).
A source told Page Six that Tay “can’t help but feel used” by Blake Lively as her legal battle with Justin Baldoni rages on, and that she “doesn’t appreciate being referred to as one of Blake’s dragons.”
"If you ever get around to watching Game of Thrones, you'll appreciate that I'm Khaleesi, and like her, I happen to have a few dragons," Blake allegedly said in a text message to Justin after their meeting with Taylor and Ryan Reynolds. "For better or worse, but usually for better. Because my dragons also protect those I fight for. So really we all benefit from those gorgeous monsters of mine. you will too, I can promise you."
TMZ reports that Taylor had no idea Justin would even be there, and didn't appreciate feeling weaponized. "It's weird to say that about a friend," an insider says of the text. And apparently, things are feeling strained. All in all, with somewhat conflicting reports, no one really knows how things stand between Blake and Taylor at the moment. But this alleged tension could impact who Taylor Swift brings with her to the Super Bowl.
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Rumors were circulating that Blake already had an invite to the Big Game, but a source tells Daily Mailthat "Blake is not attending the Super Bowl with her. Blake has not left the house since this started practically. Taylor wants nothing to do with this trial and court case."
Another source told the US Sun that "Taylor would like to have some of her close friends and family all together and be there to show love and support her man" at the Super Bowl, but only time will tell who will spend the evening with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
And even if Taylor doesn't want anything to do with the legal battle, Justin Baldoni's lawyer Bryan Freeman has already said there's a possibility she could be deposed for their March 2026 trial. "I don’t know that we’re going to depose Taylor Swift. I think that that’s going to be probably a game time decision. I don’t know that that decision has been made,” he said on TMZ's Two Angry Men podcast. “But, I can tell you this, anyone that reasonably has information that can provide evidence in this case is going to be deposed.”
Oy. Stay tuned for the latest update on Taylor Swift and Blake Lively's celebrity friendship.
If you're totally confused by this whole Justin Baldoni & Blake Lively legal battle, here's A Definitive Timeline Of Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni's It Ends With Us Feud to help you straighten things out.
I'm a hardcore drugstore makeup gal. My vanity is full of ELF products, Colourpop eyeshadow, and NYX lip oils, but when it comes to lip products, I'm pretty set on what I have for one reason: the drugstore lipstick I've purchased since high school makes my lips look so good, I never want to buy another product.
Now as a type-A eldest daughter, I love sticking to products I know work for me...until they start getting boring. But this L'Oreal lipstick literally never feels like a bore. Every single time I put it on, I'm surprised at just how good it looks. Even though I've been buying it since 2015, it never fails to bring me joy! And TBH, that's what makeup is all about.
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The L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Original Satin Lipstick is a hydrating formula that features Omega 3, Vitamin E, and Argan Oil to moisturize your lips while also providing the perfect amount of color. It's not overwhelming but I can definitely tell when I'm wearing it — and I feel more confident when I do so!
The formula also glides on so smoothly, and doesn't feel tacky, sticky, or cakey like other lipsticks I've tried. And other reviewers agree! "I bought two lipsticks as I needed them in a pinch and I am very pleased with the color and the quality of these lipsticks," one customer said on the Target site. "Great value and they are pretty moisturizing as well."
"I have used it for a long time," another customer said. "It feels good on my lips. It has staying power. I like the different shades."
I also love the simplicity of the tube. It feels modern and minimalist at the same time, and it fits in my smallest handbag which makes touch-ups on a night out easier than ever.
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I've been buying shade 754, Sugar Plum, since I was a senior in high school, and it's the most flattering lipstick I've ever worn. It truly looks like my lips, but better! And one of the best parts is that I can just swipe it on without even looking in a mirror.
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There are also matte options but I prefer the slight shimmer and glow of the satin lipstick — clearly, because I've worn this tube almost all the way down! I definitely need to buy another tube (or two) in the near future. And as we get closer to Valentine's Day, you might want to as well ;).
Are you a fan of L'Oreal lipsticks? Check out Brit + Co's other Best Drugstore Lipstick and Best Drugstore Lip Stain for even more ideas because we are right in the throes of kissing season y'all!!
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Costco just restocked a very famous Starbucks drink, so if you’re a big fan of their Refreshers, you’re going to want to make a beeline to your nearest store ASAP.
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That’s right – Costco just added the bottled version of Starbucks’ Pink Drink to their shelves! This ready-to-drink version has the same “fruity and refreshing” effect you’d expect from the cafe favorite, as it’s made with the chain’s Strawberry Acai Refresher base and accented with coconut milk.
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Each 8-ounce bottle is dairy-free, vegan, and has only 90 calories. The pack Costco is selling comes complete with 12 bottles, so you can easily stock your fridge with a fun little sip.
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Costco fan account @costcobuys shared the newly-restocked Pink Drink with their Instagram followers and highlighted that their Costco location had the item listed for $16.99.
However, Costco’s website lists the 12-pack for $19.99, so the exact price may vary based on where you live.
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Regardless, that puts each bottle of the Starbucks drink at around $2 each, which is significantly less money than what you’d spend for a freshly-made bev at a Starbucks location.
The Starbucks Pink Drink typically goes for around $5, plus tax. If you want to save on your Starbies habit, this new Costco find is a must!
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Costco also carries many more Starbucks items in bulk like instant coffee, whole coffee beans, Nespresso pods, and even hot cocoa mix.
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It's that time of year again. The snow has softly collected on sleeping cedars, swirls across your walkways, and grows into mounds on the sides of the roads. The winter can be harsh, but don't let the frozen blues get you down. From cozy must-haves to survival dad-approved necessities, we've compiled a list of items to help you survive through yet another tundra season.
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This super soft white throw blanket is just what you need to stay warm this winter. The striped fleece comes in many different colors to choose from and is lightweight. Guaranteed to keep you warm when wrapped up, enjoy this fuzzy fleece blanket as soon as it arrives.
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Bring some much-needed warmth into your spaces this winter with the help of this portable electric heater. It comes ready to go with a child lock and a tip sensor, so you don't have to worry about it running if it gets knocked over. Set it to a heat range anywhere from 41-95 degrees, and be amazed at how quietly the heater runs to warm up your room. Take it by the handle and control it with a remote to make your room extra toasty this winter.
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These low-cut boot socks for women are just what your toes have in mind for staying warm this winter. Whether you're outside enjoying the snow or inside curled on the couch, these socks will keep your feet snug and warm from the winter freeze.
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This warmer variety pack has warmers for your hands, feet, and body. Place or hold the back anywhere you want to warm up, and within fifteen minutes, you'll begin to feel the heating effects of these amazing warming pouches. Each bag has approximately 214 hours worth of warming. Stay extra warm when out and about with the help of these warming pouches.
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Whether you're hitting the slopes or just taking the dog out for a walk, this balaclava is just what you need to stay warm on any outdoor winter excursion. It's wind-resistant and yet breathable to prevent fogging. It's cozy, warm, and extra soft, too. Be sure to add this balaclava to your winter wardrobe soon.
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Time to get the snow off your roof with the help of this roof snow removal tool. They don't call it the Avalanche 500 for nothing! With an extension pole of up to fifteen and a half feet long, you'll be able to clear your roof easily from the ground. The foot-long plastic slide allows the snow to easily slide off of your roof. Don't let the snow weigh you down; get this tool today.
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Whether you're heading outside to tackle the winter or finally coming back in and ready to warm up and relax, this assorted specialty tea box should be ready at all times. Stay warm with the perfect cup of tea in a thermos while going for a stroll outside. Or pour it into a mug and curl up on the couch. With eight different options to choose from and forty-eight bags altogether, this tea box is just what you need to stay warm inside and out this winter.
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Keep your hands warm outside and your friends informed of your activities with these fingerless texting wool gloves. Lightweight yet fairly thick and heavy-duty, these fingerless gloves have a little mitten flap to cover your fingers once you're done posting a snap. Keep your hands nice and warm with the help of these gloves.
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This boot dryer is perfect for drying out your wet boots or shoes after a slushy winter excursion. It heats the air inside of your boot up to 140 degrees and can make your boot nice and dry between one and two hours. Great for gloves and shoes, too, this boot dryer will keep all of your outdoor gear dry and ready to use.
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No need to dance around your car, getting all of the snow off of all the areas of your car. This extendable snow brush has thick bristles, a strong scraper, and can extend to 47 inches, reaching across even the widest of windshields. You can easily clear off the roof of your car with the help of the thick bristles on the brush, too.
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That's right! These winter waterproof ski gloves are the next addition to your winter wardrobe to help keep your hands nice and toasty and keep you in touch with the outside world. The outer fabric is waterproof, and the inside is a soft fleece. The palms have an anti-slick micro leather for grip, and the fingers offer a sensitive touchscreen tip to help you navigate your phone without taking your gloves off.
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Stay warm, guaranteed, outside with this insulated active jacket from Carhartt. With a thick outside shell that'll keep you dry and warm, this jacket is great for any outdoor activity in the winter. It even comes with a hood to keep your head warm and dry, too.
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Made from a blend of wool and nylon, these wool-dominant wool hiking socks will keep your feet warm and dry on any winter hike. Ultra-comfortable and itch-free, these socks were designed to keep your feet warm and dry during any outdoor winter adventure.
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Like hand warmers, but don't like the continued waste? Well, these rechargeable hand warmers may be just what your winter gear needs. These smart hand warmers can be set from anywhere between 104 and 122 degrees to keep your hands nice and toasty. These hand warmers are able to heat up in one second and stay hot for twenty hours, and they are exactly what your hands need to stay warm this winter.
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This heated car blanket easily plugs into the cigarette lighter and has a 96-inch cord, long enough to extend even to a third-row back seat. With several different patterns to choose from, this fleece blanket is just what you need to stay nice and warm on long car rides to the slopes.
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Enjoy your patio through all four seasons with the help of this outdoor propane heater. Guaranteed to spread heat from underneath its hot umbrella canopy, this heater will keep you and your loved ones warm all winter long.
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Don't go another year without this all-seasons doormat in front of your door or your vestibule. This waterproof mat is the place to leave your cold, wet, and salt-speckled boots. Don't track puddles through your living room again with the help of this great door mat.
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Keep these emergency blankets in your car at all times. You never know when you may be stranded out in the cold in the winter. These lightweight blankets are incredibly weatherproof, built to retain 90 percent of your body heat, and were designed for NASA-inspired survival. So yeah, they work all right.
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Don't let the winter cold kill another battery and leave you stranded ever again! Keep this 4.3-amp battery charger in your car at all times for worry-free winter traveling. It's splash, dust, spark, shock, and short-circuit proof! Easily hook up and bring your battery back to life.
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These defender bib overalls from Arctix are just what you need to stay warm and dry outside this winter, guaranteed. Good for weather all the way down to negative twenty-five degrees, these bibs are here to keep you dry, warm, and ready to be outside for as long as you please.
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Don't let the harsh glare of the sun on the snow keep your eyes squinting all winter long. Let these sport sunglasses help keep the sun out of your eyes this winter. Good for all sorts of outdoor activities, these water and scratch-proof sunglasses are just what you need to keep you going out in the snow.
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Once you're finally inside from a long day out in the snow, what's better than a hot chocolate? Well, perhaps these fun hot chocolate sticks can bring an added breath of excitement to a winter classic. Get your warm milk ready and dip and swirl these sticks to make a fun, classic winter drink.
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This heated jacket for men has five heating zones inside to keep your core and arms extra warm when traveling about outside. The waterproof shell and breathable materials make this jacket super comfortable to wear in the colder seasons.
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Let this stylish winter scarf keep you warm all season long. With a cashmere-like feel and wrinkle-free materials, this scarf is long, light, and warm. There are several different colors to choose from, allowing this scarf to go with any wardrobe you choose.
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Keep Your spaces heated with this energy-efficient oil-filled radiator heater. Easily roll it from room to room. Its slot design allows for it to easily heat the room while maintaining a low physical temperature to the touch. Don't let a drafty room go cold this winter, and roll this radiator in for some backup.
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Winter is notorious for keeping your skin dry and brittle. The only way to keep your skin moist is with a solid daily moisturizing routine. That's where CeraVe daily moisturizing lotion can help. This lotion is absorbed quickly and never feels oily. Perfect for these dry winter months.
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The sun may slowly be coming back, but the days are still too short. Not to worry as this light therapy lamp will bring the power of the sun to you just when you need it the most. This lamp offers four different time settings to bask in and is UV-free. Get the rays your body needs today.
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Keep your toes warm in this amazing Maloa slipper this winter. Its nubuck leather outside and fluffy shearling inside make for the perfect slipper combination. The back even drops down to allow you to either slide your feet right in or lift the back for shoe-like support. These slippers are just what you wanted for around the house indoor winter living.
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Don't let your ears get chilly with these bandless ear warmers. They're ear muffs but without the strap. They are made to snap right over your ear and keep your ear nice and cozy. They're perfect for any cold outdoor activity and come in many color options to choose from. Don't let your ears go another day in the cold.
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Don't let cold ears prevent you from listening to your favorite tunes outside. That's right, these Bluetooth earmuffs will keep the beat going and keep your ears warm all at the same time. Their thick, plush material is extra soft and warm and keeps the sound going with the HiFi speakers.
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What's more winter-like than staying in and making yourself a nice cocktail while the snow slowly falls outside? With this new cocktail set, you, too, could be living in this dream. This fifteen-piece shaker set even comes with a beautiful wooden stand on which to place all of your items.
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Stay warm around this smokeless fire pit. This pit is easily transportable and even has a removable ash-catching tray. Enjoy the warmth of a bonfire without the teary eyes that accompany smoke with this cool fire pit.
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This lovely small table fireplace is perfect to bring the enchantment of a fire into your living room. Wish you had a fireplace? Well, wish no longer. This indoor fireplace can burn for an hour or more, depending on how much fuel you add. With no ash, soot, or smoke, this small portable fireplace is perfect to set the mood indoors.
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Enjoy the frozen outdoors with the speed of ice hockey. Let this deluxe hockey set usher in your dreams of sport this winter. Featuring two sticks, a mesh goal, and a ball. This set is just what you wanted for some outdoor winter fun.
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Don't let another snowball fight pass you by without this fun snowball maker. A great mold set of four different molds, including the classic snowball. Great for kids or kids at heart to enjoy the snow during the winter.
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This heavy-duty snow tube is good for kids and adults. Able to carry weights up to 250 pounds and endure temperatures as low as negative 40, this tube is just what you need to go blasting down a hill at high speeds of laughter. Get one for everyone in your family, and love winter again.
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This knit cuffed beanie from Carhartt has many different colors to choose from and is guaranteed to keep your head warm during winter. It's soft and warm and always looks great. This classic hat is a winter essential.
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Don't let your hands freeze to your booze ever again with the help of the original knit can koozie. Silly, stylish, bold, and warm. This koozie is perfect for hanging out outside and drinking a cold one with your friends. Keeping your hands warm while you put down a beer has never been easier.
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These aluminum snow shoes are a great introduction to snowshoeing and getting on a nice outdoor snowy hike during the winter. They're made out of a strong aluminum base and have sharp crampons to keep you safe and grip well to ice and snow. They even come with adjustable walking poles for extra support and mobility. Hit the snowy trail today with these snow shoes.
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Don't let a thin layer over keyholes worry you. Are you spending an hour scraping away at an iced-over windshield? This easy-to-use ice-off windshield spray melts ice or snow instantly on contact. Perfect for sub-zero weather, keep one in your car and one at home to keep the ice at bay today.
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Don't let the winter take away your love for fishing. Get this portable ice fishing shelter today. It's big enough to fit three to four fully grown fishing fanatics. Easy to set up and take down, so you don't have to be tied down to a single lodge location all winter long. Enjoy this 34-square-foot fishing space on the ice today with your best buds.
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