Make This Autumn Amazing With These Beauty & Lifestyle Essentials (Seen on CBS Austin)
We’re finally getting to experience a cool autumn breeze (albeit only in the mornings thus far!) and enjoy some cozy warm beverages, so it’s time to update our beauty and lifestyle routines accordingly. Today on CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin,” I shared some of my fall essentials. Click here to watch the segment and continue reading for details on everything see on TV!
Mad Hippie Wrinkle Relaxing Eye Treatment
Sudden changes in temperature and humidity levels can cause our skin to become dry and, in turn, make visible aging signs (including crow’s feet and expression lines around the eyes) all the more prominent. But worry not! You can flaunt brighter, more youthful-looking eyes with the new Mad Hippie Wrinkle Relaxing Eye Treatment ($34.99 on MadHippie.com). This multi-tasking neuropeptide cream is designed to visibly soften expression lines while simultaneously brightening and revitalizing tired under-eyes. Its clean, vegan, cruelty-free formula is incredibly potent and effective while being nice and gentle, making this a great, non-irritating alternative to stronger retinol treatments that can feel overly abrasive when applied to the thin and sensitive skin around the eye area. It’s also a fantastic, non-invasive alternative to cosmetic procedures like Botox.
The Wrinkle Relaxing Eye Treatment is a clinical-grade treatment powered by two wrinkle-relaxing neuropeptides: Syn-Ake, which was inspired by snake venom and helps to temporarily soften muscle contractions, reducing the appearance of expression lines; and Argireline Amplified, which can deeply penetrate skin to inhibit the muscle contractions that contribute to the formation of wrinkles and fine lines. Other peptides utilized include Haloxyl, which brightens dark circles, and Matrixyl Synthe’6, which softens deeper lines over time. The formula also includes vitamin C, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid to hydrate, smooth, de-puff, and brighten the eye area.
In clinical studies 97% of users saw a measured reduction in fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.
Mama Sol Lip Duo
Fall can be a tricky season to navigate here in Austin. While we sometimes awake to cooler mornings and eagerly reach for our favorite jackets and sweaters, it’s not uncommon for temperatures to rise by 20 and 30 degrees come mid-afternoon. And, of course, a high UV index is not uncommon during this time of year, so SPF should still an essential part of our routines.
To keep our lips hydrated while protecting them from UV rays, I recommend the Lip Duo from Mama Sol, which contains two LipBRELLA 100% Mineral Tinted Lip Oils with SPF 20.
A lip gloss and lip balm hybrid, this lip treatment contains non-nano zinc oxide to deliver reef-safe, broad-spectrum UV protection while giving lips a hint of color and shine. The dermatologist-tested, pregnancy-safe formula also moisturizes, soothes, softens, and plumps lips thanks to an antioxidant-rich LipSOL Complex powered by ingredients like: organic sunflower seed oil, which deeply hydrates and heals chapped and cracked lips; sesame seed extract, which naturally gives lips a plumper appearance (without the burning or stinging!); evening primrose oil, which softens and smooths skin while strengthening the skin barrier; vitamin C, which brightens skin and promotes collagen production; and vitamin E to soften skin and protect it from free radicals.
These hydrating lip oils are available in two shades: Rise, a sheer, polished nude with a hint of peach; and Shine, a sheer, rosy pink.
When ordering the Lip Duo, you can purchase one of each shade or two of your go-to hue. The Lip Duo retails for $60 on ShopMamaSol.com
Luseta Beauty Hair & Body Mist Collection
Body mists have been staging the ultimate resurgence in 2026, becoming even more ubiquitous than they were in the late ’90s and early aughts. Unlike the body mists of decades past, the newest generation of fragrances features more complex and sophisticated scent profiles that appeal to a broader demographic. They’re also designed for those who love to experiment with layering combinations and create their own signature scents. Luseta Beauty is among the brands to keep on your radar when it comes to top-notch scents at affordable price points.
Known for its salon-quality haircare products, Luseta recently launched its first-ever Hair & Body Mist Collection, expanding beyond its existing range of shampoos, conditioners, and hair treatments. These lightweight mists are designed to refresh both hair and skin, delivering long-lasting fragrance without feeling heavy or sticky. They’re also dermatologist-tested, and sulfate-, paraben-and cruelty-free.
The collection features four scents with fruity, floral, musky, woody, amber, and gourmand notes.
Brazilian Sun exudes the ease and warmth of a tropical vacation, featuring vivacious top notes of orange, mandarin, coconut and hazelnut that lead into a floral heart of creamy frangipani, freesia, jasmine, and heliotrope before drying down to sensual base notes of vanilla, amber, musk, cacao, and caramel.
Love Bouquet, meanwhile, is a romantic scent that opens with bright and juicy top notes of mandarin, bergamot, and watermelon, leading to ultra-feminine middle notes of rose, jasmine and peony that exude femininity, then drying down to base notes of amber, musk, patchouli, vanilla and caramel. It’s the perfect date night scent!
Next, Rich Mellow features a delicious passionfruit top note paired with zesty mandarin and bergamot. These fruity top notes usher in middle notes of jasmine, ylang ylang, grape, and neroli. Base notes of amber, musk, vanilla and caramel complete the olfactory pyramid, creating a scent that’s cozy and comforting.
Last but not least, Vibrant Blossom is a perfect everyday clean-girl scent, featuring top notes of grapefruit, mandarin and bergamot; middle notes of rose, jasmine and freesia; and base notes of musk, vanilla and cedar.
You can wear each body mist alone, mix and match the different scents, or even layer them with your favorite fall scent.
Each body mist is $16 on LusetaBeauty.com
Everyday Dose Protein Coffee+
Mornings can feel absolutely chaotic, so no one wants to add more steps and complications that will only further delay the process of getting out the door. That’s why Everyday Dose focuses on making your existing AM routine work harder for you. It takes things you already reach for — like coffee, matcha, and even creamer — and adds functional ingredients like mushrooms, protein, and collagen. It’s multi-tasking at its most delicious!
Everyday Dose’s new Protein Coffee+ is a great way to streamline your routine. Made with real coffee, it delivers 10 grams of whey protein to support muscle maintenance and strength and to provide lasting satiety. It also contains L-theanine and adaptogens like lion’s mane and chaga mushrooms to support cognitive functioning, immunity, digestive health, and mood. The combination of caffeine, L-theanine, chaga, and lion’s mane also helps to ensure that you enjoy a smooth and sustained surge of energy — all without any jitters or crash.
Each serving of Protein Coffee+ contains 90 mg of caffeine, but Everyday Dose also has options for those who prefer less caffeine. Its Coffee+ in Mild Roast, for instance, features 45 mg of caffeine, while its Matcha+ contains 40 mg of caffeine. So, whether you prefer a medium roast coffee, an earthy matcha, or a frothy latte, there’s something for your specific morning routine.
Available in Cold Brew, Caramel, Vanilla and Mocha flavors, Everyday Dose’s Protein Coffee+ is $19.99 at Target stores nationwide.
OLIPOP Caramel Apple Soda
When you think of sweet treats associated with there autumn season, your mind probably conjures up images of glossy Granny Smith apples coated in sweet caramel. Well, OLIPOP‘s new limited-edition, seasonal flavor, Caramel Apple, pays homage to this classic fall festival treat, blending the tart snap of crisp green apple with the smooth richness of buttery caramel. And even though it tastes so delicious and indulgent, it’s actually a beverage you can enjoy guilt-free!
OLIPOP is the feel-good soda that offers that classic soda taste while incorporating a functional ingredient blend that supports digestive health. An excellent source of fiber, each can of OLIPOP contains just 2 to 5 grams of sugar and only 35 to 50 calories.
Caramel Apple contains just 5 grams of sugar and only 50 calories while offering 9 grams of fiber. Talk about a good apple!
OLIPOP is available at retailers like Walmart, Target, Whole Foods and on drinkolipop.com
