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- 1/11
Moda Operandi Just Launched Beauty—Shop Their Director's Must-Haves
In addition to filling their carts with top fashion, home, and jewelry finds from luxe brands, including Prada, The Row, and more, Moda Operandi shoppers can also round out their vanities with the same level of prestige, thanks to the recent launch of the retailer's beauty offerings. Helmed by former BAZAAR beauty director and co-host of the Fat Mascara podcast Jessica Matlin, Moda Operandi's highly curated range of top skin- and hair care, makeup, fragrance, and body staples aims to help customers cut through the noise of the industry. "Luxury has lost its meaning in recent years, the glut of products and lines is overwhelming for everyone, even a beauty director," she says in a statement. "Too much of a good thing is, in fact, too much. Our curation is highly selective, bringing you an inspiring mix of heroes and hidden gems."
Featuring established, cult favorites, like La Mer and Augustinus Bader to buzzy staples from Isamaya and Ourself, the retailer has plenty of options available—over 300 products from 55 different brands to be exact—to extend your beauty wardrobe. And in addition to a host of products, Moda Operandi also has a number of exclusive experiences you'll only find on its site in the form of its coveted trunkshows: From a masterclass with celebrity stylist Mara Rozak to a dream getaway to Iceland's Blue Lagoon. "The one thing I’ve learned is that this thing we call 'beauty' not only has the power to transform, it also helps unlock something we didn’t know we already had inside of ourselves," Matlin continues. "That’s the price of entry for every product you’ll find on Moda."
For a sneak peek at Matlin's own rotation, the beauty director shares 10 of her most-loved products from the retailer's newest category that are definitely worth the buy and re-buy.
Moda Operandi/Jessica Matlin - 2/11
Faux Cils Longest Lash Mascara
Chantecaille
modaoperandi.com
$76.00
Matlin counts Chantecaille's Faux Cils Longest Lash Mascara as one of her main makeup go-tos. "This mascara’s lush, thickening, non-clumping formula is infused with rose oil that softens and conditions lashes with every wear," she tells BAZAAR.com.
Moda Operandi - 3/11
The Concentrate
La Mer
modaoperandi.com
$425.00
"La Mer's The Concentrate calms my skin in seconds," the beauty director says of the brand's beloved serum, another of her top picks. In addition to a calming serum, the essential is also a not-so-secret glow boosting weapon for her complexion. "I also mix it with foundation for a sheer, dewy look, a makeup artist trick I learned."
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Secret Sauce
The Beauty Sandwich
modaoperandi.com
$300.00
Another part of the secret sauce behind Matlin's glow? This literal Secret Sauce skin elixir from The Beauty Sandwich. It uses a combination of fatty acids, phytocholesterols, and ceramides to prime and protect skin, and is designed to be placed between your serum and moisturizer.
Moda Operandi - 5/11
Enzyme Exfoliant Mask
Tracie Martyn
modaoperandi.com
$98.00
When it comes to supreme exfoliation, Matlin typically reaches for this enzyme mask from Tracie Martyn before an event for baby soft skin. It features a combination of AHA and BHAs, plus, pineapple enzymes, and volcanic minerals to slough off dead skin cells in under 15 minutes.
Moda Operandi - 6/11
Wild Star Pressed Pigment Palette
Isamaya
modaoperandi.com
$105.00
This versatile palette from artist Isamaya Ffrench tops Matlin's list, and features a bevy of neutral and jewel-toned shades encased in a gilded and western-inspired compact. Not only can these pigments be applied with either a brush or your fingers, but you can also add water to intensify their color payoff, or create a new eyeliner look.
Moda Operandi - 7/11
The Hand Exfoliant
Sidia
modaoperandi.com
$38.00
"One of the most satisfying beauty buys at Moda, this scrub goes on smooth, has just enough grit, and leaves hands insanely silky. I wish I could demo this for every Moda Operandi visitor," says Matlin. "I need to set up a stall somewhere, because I'll make believers out of anyone who tries it—this product leaves your hands feeling that good."
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The Shampoo
Augustinus Bader
modaoperandi.com
$57.00
The pros at Augustinus Bader may be well-known for their innovations in skin and bodycare, but Matlin explains the brand's hair collection also stands out from the pack. "I did not believe that a skincare brand could do haircare so well, but I'm really impressed by Bader's haircare line," she says. "The shampoo is my favorite: It's really gentle, and I notice that my hair looks shinier and feels lighter after I use it."
Moda Operandi - 9/11
Heel Renaissance Feet Mask
Révérence de Bastien
modaoperandi.com
$65.00
As an extra special bodycare treat, Matlin swears by Révérence de Bastien's non-greasy Heel Renaissance Feet Mask that's powered by urea (a compound naturally found in skin) as a main ingredient to prevent calluses. She also recommends pairing it with the brand's coveted Le Baume Sensitive Feet Balm to lock in moisture.
Moda Operandi - 10/11
Blunder Cover
Monika Blunder
modaoperandi.com
$52.00
Anyone who appreciates a good multitasking and effective beauty product should add Monika Blunder's Blunder Cover to their Moda shopping cart. "It's a concealer, it's a foundation, it's a tint, it's really whatever you need it to be, in one little pot," says Matlin.
Moda Operandi - 11/11
Leather Petals Eau de Parfum
Régime des Fleurs
modaoperandi.com
$225.00
A sensorial ode to the "decadence and drama of New York," the beauty director muses that this eau de parfum from Régime des Fleurs is, "The chicest leathery-floral that's neither too leather, nor too floral. Also, this bottle!"
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