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Best In Beauty Awards 2025: Self

Rest and self-care will always be our top beauty recommendations. When you feel your best, you look and do your best. Here you’ll find everything from a ­hormone-balancing capsule to a heated, ­headac
Best In Beauty Awards 2025: Self
By Akili King, India Espy-Jones, Danielle Wright, Mecca Pryor · Updated March 31, 2025
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01 Harlem Candle Co. Nina Luxury Candle
Relish the soulful bouquet of amber and blooming jasmine in this candlelit homage to the iconic Nina Simone. Available at harlembrands.com
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02 Moon Juice Sleepy Magnesi-om
Fall deeply asleep with 0.3 mg of plant-based melatonin, magnesium glycinate and L-theanine. Available at moonjuice.com
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03 Therabody SmartGoggles 2nd Generation
Log off with a heated eye massager for relaxation, headache relief and improved sleep. Available at therabody.com
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04 Seed VS-01™ Vaginal Synbiotic
This probiotic suppository is clinically proven to establish an optimal vaginal microbiome. Available at seed.com
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05 IN GROOV, Ritual Reflexology Tool
Return your body to homeostasis. Release tension and improve circulation with a double-headed point and foot scraper for maximum wellness. Available at ingroov.com
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06 Dame Dip
Sexual health doesn’t have to be a taboo subject. Dip into intimacy with an internal and external tool to satisfy your desires. Available at dame.com
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07 LOEWE Perfumes Small Tuberose Candle
Imbued with the sweet smell of tuberose and encased in a lovely terracotta vessel, this candle will fill any room with a delightful aroma. Available at perfumesloewe.com
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08 Her Juice Bar PMS Mixer Hormone ­Balance Blend
This menstrual cocktail relieves cramps, bloating and stress with a blend of PMS-­alleviating capsules. Available at herjuicebar.com
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Fashion credits:

Self: Dress, Sour Lagoon, earrings, Ming Yu Wang.

Photo production credits:
Product photos: Courtesy of brands
Models: Amina Hassan at AMR Agency, Lluvia Cortés at New Icon, Nyaguach Pal at New Icon, Rhaya Jacobs at Divide NY, Roo Saintine at Supreme Management, Sarah Gony at Crawford Models, Wife Erath at APM.
Hair: LaMesha Mosley using Bumble and Bumble; Makeup: Raisa Flowers at E.D.M.A. Nails: Arlene Hinckson using CND at The Only Agency
Set Design: Jenny Correa at Walter Schupfer Management
Casting Director: Trevor Swain at The Wall Group
Photography Assistants: Ashley Markle & Allison Brooks
Digital Technician: Isobel Rae
Fashion Assistant: Morgan Smith; Hair Assistants: Kashmere Samuel & Jataina Ames Makeup Assistants: Joshua Hilario & Desiree Easton; Nail Assistants: Reiana Maynard & Safiya Levers
Set Assistant: Alejandro Benito; Production by The Morrison Group
Associate Producer: Vince Barrucco; Production Assistants: Maian Tran & Kiernan Francis
Shot at Splashlight Studios

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