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Wild Kingdom: Animal-Themed Beauty

We don't know when the animal-themed beauty trend started (could it have been Rihanna's grr-tastic appearance in this leopard hoodie?), but it's all the rage. From carved elephant candles to a zebra-striped hair dryer, these zoo-inspired items make us want to take a walk on the wild side!
Wild Kingdom: Animal-Themed Beauty
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By Tia Williams · Updated October 29, 2020
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We don’t know when the animal-themed beauty trend started (could it have been Rihanna’s grr-tastic appearance in this leopard hoodie?), but it’s all the rage. From carved elephant candles to a zebra-striped hair dryer, these zoo-inspired items make us want to take a walk on the wild side!