Say “Hello Gourd-Geous” To Fall With These Great Seasonal Finds – As Seen On CBS Austin
It’s almost officially fall, y’all! Today, on CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin,” I shared some of my favorite products to welcome the autumn season — from a skin-brightening serum that will tackle any pesky sun spots to a hair-strengthening castor oil, a new mushroom-infused, dark roast coffee and the perfect plates to entertain dinner guests. Check out the segment here and keep on reading for all the info on the products showcased on air!
Medik8 Oxy-R Peptides Serum
With summer ending, it’s the perfect time to address issues like newly surfaced sun spots. Designed for all skin tones, the Medik8 Oxy-R Peptides High-Strength Oxyresveratrol Brightening Peptide Serum ($67 on US.Medik8.com) is clinically proven to deliver visibly brighter, more even skin with fewer dark spots in just 7 days.
This powerful serum is formulated with 1% Oxyresveratrol, a powerful skin-brightening agent that’s naturally derived from the mulberry family. Historically, Oxyresveratrol has been an unstable active ingredient, but Medik8 designed a groundbreaking stabilization system, housing the active in a click-activated vial that keeps the formula potent for 12 weeks. To activate the serum before the first use, you’ll want to press down firmly on the bottle lid until it clicks, then shake for 30 seconds. You can then replace the top with the enclosed dropper for easier use.
In addition to Oxyresveratrol, the serum contains Tetrapeptide-30, which has skin-illuminating benefits, and Acetyl Glycyl Beta-Alanine, a dipeptide known to help minimize discoloration and hyperpigmentation, alongside hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate and smooth skin.
Sky Organics Organic Castor Oil Products
Sky Organics is a Certified B Corporation known for its natural and certified organic personal care products — including it’s 100% pure, organic, cold-pressed castor oil (which is why Sky Organics is the #1 Castor Oil brand in the US!).
To celebrate September being National Organic Month, Sky Organics unveiled its “How do you castor?” campaign, helping to illustrate how seamlessly its cold-pressed, organic castor oil can be incorporated into modern beauty and wellness routines.
The brand’s Organic Castor Oil ($9.97 to $24.99 on SkyOrganics.com, Walmart, Target and Amazon) boasts over 55,000 5-star reviews online. Rich in omega fatty acids, castor oil is an excellent scalp conditioner and supports healthy-looking hair, brows, lashes, and skin. P
The Organic Castor Oil with Rosemary Oil ($15.99 on SkyOrganics.com, Walmart, Target, and Amazon) features castor oil alongside rosemary oil, which is known to promote hair growth, and peppermint oil, which invigorates the scalp. This makes this nature-powered blend an excellent pre-shampoo treatment, helping to fortify strands from roots to ends.
Lastly, the Organic Castor Oil Eyelash Serum ($14.99 on SkyOrganics.com, Walmart, Target, and Amazon) helps to promote fuller and more luscious lashes and brows and comes with an assortment of both spoolie brushes and eyelash brushes.
Color Street Velvet Lounge Collection
Fall is all about rich, opulent colors — think indulgent chocolate browns and crimson reds, foliage-inspired saffron yellows and russet browns, and magnificent ruby, amethyst, sapphire, and emerald tones — and luxurious textures like suede, velvet, leather, and cashmere. To bring that fall energy to your manicure, check out the new Color Street Velvet Lounge collection. Powered by Color Street’s AttractFX technology, these magnetic-effect nail strips pull shimmery metallic pigments into striking, dimensional designs through a proprietary production process. These ready-to-apply nail strips look like sumptuous velvet on your fingertips!
Color Street’s patented nail strips are made with real nail polish and they apply in seconds — no tools or drying time required. And, with AttractFX, you can achieve that magnetic nail polish look without any special tools (no magnet wands or stands) or hard-to-master techniques. All the work is done for you in advance so you can simply apply the nails trips and rock the look you desire!
The Velvet Lounge collection features 6 gorgeous shades: Peach Velour, Butterscotch Silk, Teal Taffeta, Satin Smoke, Pleated Plum, and Berry Suede. Each set includes 16 double-ended strips and retails for $15 on ColorStreet.com or via Color Street stylists.
Clutch Liquid Fashion Tape
Next, you can prevent wardrobe malfunctions and avoid constant outfit “adjustments” during your fall outings with Clutch, a globally patented, super-strong, sweat-resistant liquid fashion tape. Founder Annabel Hay secured a major investment for the brand on Shark Tank Australia and was lauded for giving “the best Shark Tank pitch of all time.” Consumers have been equally enthusiastic about this groundbreaking product, with Clutch going viral several times.
Why is everyone so awed by Clutch? Well, for starters this clear liquid fashion glue works on every fabric and washes out easily, so you can feel nice and secure in your outfit and never worry about potentially damaging your garments. It’s also hypoallergenic, vegan, cruelty-free and housed in 100% recycled and recyclable packaging. To use, you simply apply Clutch to your skin, place the clothes on the glue, and allow to dry.
You can use Clutch in numerous ways: to keep strapless tops up, to stop biker shorts from rising up, to keep ankle socks from sliding down into your shoes, to secure slingback heels in place, to fix dropped hems, to secure necklace clasps to the back of your neck, to keep spaghetti straps from sliding off your shoulders — you name it!
A 0.5 oz. tube is $19.99 and you can visit ClutchGlue.com to find a retailer near you
On September 16th, when Tate McRae performs at the Moody Center, Clutch will launch its vending machine and Outfit Repair Booth to help cinch Tater Tots into their outfits. The vending machine will remain at the Moody Center through December 16th so make sure to look for it in the main concourse women’s bathroom, between Portals 12 and 13.
Kuli Kuli Organic Superfood Lattes
Sure, Pumpkin Spice Lattes are a go-to autumn beverage, but why not mix things up a bit this season and try another warm and comforting drink? Try treating yourself to Kuli Kuli’s Superfood Lattes, which not only taste amazing but also support your health, your community, and farmers around the world.
Known for introducing moringa to the US, Kuli Kuli ethically sources its certified organic, nutrient-dense ingredients from more than 4,000 small farmers across the globe, thereby creating economic opportunities while supporting regenerative agriculture. Its baobab supplier, for example, partners with women in rural Zimbabwe, while its cacao, is sourced from a Certified B Corporation that works directly with small family farms in the Dominican Republic
The new plant-forward Kuli Kuli Organic Superfood Lattes contain less than 1 gram of sugar per serving and little to no caffeine. These latte blends are available in 4 flavors: Matcha Moringa, Strawberries & Crème, Vanilla Lavender, and Ube Coconut. Each blend contains functional ingredients with specific health benefits — whether that’s supporting digestion or promoting sleep and relaxation.
Enriched with antioxidant-rich matcha, nutritious moringa, and concentration-boosting lion’s mane, the Kuli Kuli Matcha Moringa Organic Superfood Latte contains B vitamins that support sustained energy throughout the day, and it contains a small amount of caffeine, so you can enjoy your matcha latte at any time throughout the day without feeling jittery or otherwise disrupting your normal sleep schedule. The Vanilla Lavender latte, on the other hand, is the perfect nighttime treat as it contains soothing chamomile and passionflower as well as a touch of magnesium to help with relaxation and restful promote sleep.
You can find these at Whole Foods Market stores here in Austin!
RYZE Dark Roast Mushroom Coffee
Once sweater weather arrives, we all want a warm cup of coffee that feels like a comforting hug. And leading mushroom coffee brand RYZE is helping us make our beloved morning caffeination ritual a bit healthier. RYZE’s flagship product combines organic coffee and RYZE’s Super6 organic mushroom blend, which combines lion’s mane, turkey tail, king trumpet, reishi, cordyceps, and shiitake mushrooms — all grown in the United States and rigorously tested for quality and potency. The result is a delicious coffee that delivers smooth energy while boosting mental clarity, supporting digestion, and strengthening immunity — all without the jitters or crashes associated with traditional caffeinated beverages.
If you love bold flavor, check out RYZE’s new Dark Roast. It’s dairy-, gluten- and sugar-free, and it comes in single bags as well as in a Starter Kit featuring everything you need to brew a perfect cup: two Dark Roast bags, a limited-edition iced coffee glass, an acacia wooden spoon and scoop, a travel-sized mushroom creamer packet, and even a playful mushroom magnet.
To pick up the new Dark Roast or check out RYZE’s other offerings (including its mushroom chai, mushroom chicory and mushroom hot cocoa), visit RYZESuperfoods.com
OLIPOP Functional Soda
Want to make healthier choices this fall without having to give up all the tasty treats you love? Look to OLIPOP, delicious and better-for-you alternative to traditional soda. OLIPOP provides consumers with that classic soda flavor they crave without the typical health trade-offs (i.e. the excess sugar and calories). An excellent source of fiber, each can of OLIPOP contains only 2 to 5 grams of sugar and 35 to 50 calories. Plus, OLIPOP contains a functional ingredient blend that supports digestive health
OLIPOP is available in classic flavors like Vintage Cola and Cream Soda as well as fruity options like Classic Grape and Strawberry Vanilla. If you want a flavor that tastes like fall in a can, check out Crisp Apple, which combines a sparkling apple juice flavor with the taste of apple gummy rings!
OLIPOP is available at major retailers like Target and Walmart and on drinkolipop.com
Villeroy & Boch Tableware
To update your tablesape this autumn, turn to Villeroy & Boch, a leader in premium European lifestyle design for over 275 years. Villeroy & Boch creates timeless, durable pieces that make entertaining and everyday dining feel special. Its stunning porcelain dinnerware is used by Michelin-star restaurants everywhere from Monaco to New York City and Dubai.
As you prepare to whip up your favorite fall soups, harvest bowls, butternut squash pastas, and pumpkin and pecan desserts, make sure to wow your dinner guests with some striking pieces from Villeroy & Boch such as the Crafted Pasta Bowl, which is a mix between a plate and a bowl, measuring 8.5″ in diameter and 1.46″ in height; and the Crafted Salad/Dessert Plate, which measures 8.3″ in diameter and features a shallower 0.83″ height.
Crafted using premium porcelain, both of these pieces are incredibly versatile, and they’re specifically designed to easily mix and match with your existing dinnerware. Plus, they’re both dishwasher- and microwave-safe. The Crafted Pasta Bowl and Crafted Salad/Dessert Plate are available in white and in striking sky blue and denim blue hues.
The Crafted Pasta Bowl is $54 and the Crafted Salad/Dessert Plate is $46 on villeroy-boch.com
Hyland’s Cold and Flu Remedies
Cold and flu season is upon us, so we want to stock our medicine cabinets with all the best medications to alleviate our kids’ symptoms. Hyland’s, the #1 Natural Pediatric Cough and Cold brand, has been trusted by families for over a century thanks to its gentle, effective wellness solutions made with high-quality ingredients.
A must-have this season, the Kids’ Cold & Cough Combo Pack ($20.99 at Target, Walmart and on Amazon) features daytime and nighttime formulas that are free of sugar, artificial flavors and synthetic dyes, helping to ease cold symptoms so kids can recover quickly and return to their daily routines.
For babies experiencing their first cold season, there’s the Baby Mucus + Cold Relief Combo Pack ($22.99 at Target, Walmart and on Amazon), which contains extra gentle daytime and nighttime formulations.
And, if you’re having difficulty getting kids back on a regular sleep schedule after summer breakHyland’s offers both melatonin and melatonin-free sleep aids for kids. The Kids’ Sleep Calm + Immunity Liquid ($11.99 at Target, Walmart and on Amazon) contains magnesium, zinc, vitamin D and organic botanicals to strengthen kids’ immune system and promote relaxation, so they can wake up ready to take on the day!
