11 of the Best Things to Buy from Latinx-Owned Brands, According to PEOPLE Staffers

Photo: Target, Amazon, Revolve, Farm Rio, Reinarebelde

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the rich histories of Latin Americans in the United States. It’s also the perfect moment to consider how you canuplift today’s Latinx community, whether you’re part of it or just want to make positive change. Sometimes, the most powerful way to express appreciation is putting your money where your mouth is.

That’s why nine PEOPLE writers and editors came together to share their favorite products from Latinx-owned brands. No matter your interests, something on this list is bound to catch your attention. Did we mention prices start at just $8?

Below, shop some of our favorite products from Latinx businesses.

Rizos Curls Defining Cream

Tess Garcia, Ecommerce Writer: I’ve sung the praises of Rizos Curls' affordable hair products for years, and I have no plans of stopping. The brand’s Defining Cream is what got me hooked from the start; it’s made from a nourishing blend of aloe, shea butter, and coconut oil to create frizz-free definition without weighing curls down or leaving them crunchy. On the days I don’t wash my hair, I spray it with water and apply a pea-sized amount of the cream for a refresh. The results are so incredible, you’d think I used a curling iron. Plus, one bottle manages to last me at least six months.

Target

Buy It!Rizos Curls Defining Cream, $21.99; target.com

Hedley & Bennett The Carryall Apron

Katie Macdonald, Senior Food Writer:In my kitchen, function almost always trumps style, but I don’t have to choose between the two with this gorgeous apron from Hedley & Bennett. Made from sturdy canvas, the Carryall Apron is thick enough to protect my clothes from spills and splatters without being uncomfortably stiff, and its thick cotton ties never come undone. It also has a plethora of pockets — including one specifically for my phone! Most of all, I love the brand’s rainbow of color choices, from classic navy to trendy tie-dye. It’s even collaborated with celebrities like Jesse Tyler Ferguson for limited-edition launches.

Hedley and Bennett

Buy It!Hedley & Bennett The Carryall Apron, $68 (orig. $85); hedleyandbennett.com

Beautology Lab 24K Gold Collagen Eye Masks

Amazon

Buy It!Beautology Lab 24k Gold Collagen Eye Masks, $36; amazon.com

Farm Rio Flowerdoscopic Canvas Midi Dress

Farm Rio

Buy It!Farm Rio Flowerdoscopic Canvas Midi Dress, $235; farmrio.com

Nue Breast Tape

Revolve

Buy It!Nue Breast Tape, $25; revolve.com

Beautyblender Original Makeup Sponge

Hannah Freedman, Ecommerce Content Strategy Manager:There’s a reason this little sponge has a cult-like following among beauty lovers. About two years ago, I switched from applying my makeup with a brush or just my hands to the Beautyblender, and it was a total game-changer. Using the damp sponge gives me a more even and airbrushed look that I love when I use it to apply foundation, and it blends in my blush and highlighter beautifully for a natural look, too. The Beautyblender also absorbs less product than other drugstore makeup sponges I’ve tried, which means I waste less.

Buy It!Beautyblender Original Makeup Sponge, $20; amazon.com

GSTQ Mock-Neck Anorak

Courtesy GSTQ

Buy It!GSTQ mock-neck anorak, $165; gstq.com

Reina Rebelde ‘Just Winging It’ Eyeliner Trio

Marilyn La Jeunesse, Shopping Newsletter Manager:Mexican-owned beauty brand Reina Rebelde makes the only liquid eyeliner I’ll wear. Seriously, I’ve been rocking the black, blue, and green liners for several years now and they never let me down. They’re highly pigmented, long-wearing, and waterproof. Not only do the eyeliners stay put during a long day, but the fine-tip applicator makes angular wings even easier to apply. Plus, all the products are cruelty-free, paraben-free, and phthalate-free.

Reinarebelde

Buy It!Reina Rebelde ‘Just Winging It’ Eyeliner Trio, $40 (orig. $48);reinarebelde.com

Ceremonia Guava Rescue Hair Spray

Christie Calucchia, Lifestyle Ecommerce Lead:I have naturally wavy hair that’s typically filled with tangles when I get out of the shower, no matter how well I condition it. My latest saving grace has been Ceremonia’s Guava Rescue Spray. I spray it on my damp hair before running a comb through it to help get through the knots. Not only is it a detangler, but it also acts as a heat and UV protectant, so I can style my hair with acurling ironor straightener without a second thought. Plus, it smells divine, which is probably thanks to its ingredients like guava and ginger.

Ceremonia

Buy It!Ceremonia Guava Rescue Hair Spray, $18; ceremonia.com

Joaquina Botanica Calendula + Peptides Hydrating Essence

Nordstrom

Buy It!Joaquina Botanica Calendula + Peptides Hydrating Essence, $56; nordstrom.com

Parade Sport+ Thong

Alex Warner, Entertainment/Celebrity Ecommerce Lead:If you don’t own a pair of underwear from Parade yet, you need to change that right now. The brand makes affordable, eco-friendly intimates that are not only breathable and soft to the touch, but also come in a size-inclusive range, from XS to 3XL. I own a few of the Sport+ thongs that are designed from a quick-dry material sans seams and I love that I can wear them under my leggings without them being visible. I kid you not, this underwear is so soft, sometimes it feels like I’m not wearing any. Parade is currently offering 20 percent off orders with the codeFALL20, so you best believe I’m stocking up.

Parade

Buy It!Parade Sport+ Thong, $8 with codeFALL20; yourparade.com

source: people.com