I'm a Beauty Reporter, and Here's How I'd Spend $100 at Sephora This Summer

Unlike the original Olaplex #3, you can leave this in your hair after the shower. I'm a big believer in Olaplex, as nearly every colorist I've been to in Los Angeles uses this product to lessen the blow when lightening my stubborn hair. I always have to sit with my highlights longer than most. I would say I don't have perfect hair, but my ACTUAL, nonweaved hair has been healthier since using Olaplex both in the salon and at home. The Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother ($28) helps to keep your hair cuticle looking fresh, and it's also a great protective mask for when you're in the sun.

My new mainstays in the eyeliner department are Marc Jacobs Highliner ($25) and Milk Makeup Longwear Gel Liner ($22). They glide on the eye beautifully and set nicely, too. I just ran out of (Iron)y and (Earth)quake, which are brown shades that I find create a gorgeous bronze smoky eye.

Do you guys know the difference between pro palettes and everything else? Pro palettes are designed for professional use, meaning they will perform on camera or on a red carpet and are meant to look the same across all mediums. They're meant to blend well with minimal fallout and typically are long wear. If you use a truly professional palette vs. others, you will notice a difference. Viseart is one of those brands that was aimed toward professionals. I'm glad Sephora brought the brand into its stores, because it does make truly incredible products. The Viseart Petit Pro Palette ($30) might be more than what you want to spend on a "petite" product, but I know I will travel with it religiously. It's one of the higher priced items in the mix, but it's cheaper than a lot of the palettes that are currently offered at Sephora, which is why I think it provides great bang for your buck.

As for the Cicapair Tiger Grass line from Dr. Jart, I have heard nothing but amazing things about it. If you have reactive skin or naturally red or ruddy skin, I recommend it. I tried the Tiger Grass Camo Drops ($46) on my face, and within seconds, my skin looked so even-toned that I was a believer. This would also be a great product if you plan on being in the sun and accidentally get a little too much exposure.

And lastly, we have Fresh. The brand launched a 200 ml version of its iconic Soy Face Cleanser ($42), my absolute favorite cleanser of all time. It's only $6 more than the 150 ml version, so really, it's a no-brainer. This cleanser washes your face without stripping it of its moisture, so it never feels too dry or tight, and it removes every speck of makeup. I'm not kidding, it's the holy grail. I would invest in this product if I could.

The Inkey List is a new addition to Sephora; it's a brand I had never heard of until it came to the retailer. The price range is what will grab you — everything is between $5-$20. It's also the most affordable skincare brand outside of Sephora Collection. I picked up the Retinol Serum ($10), which is one percent, and the Polyglutamic Acid ($15). I have not heard of polyglutamic acid before, which is saying something, but apparently it holds four times more moisture than hyaluronic acid — and hyaluronic acid holds 1,000 times its weight in water. Wild. The products are so affordable, they're worth a shot.

Dr. Jart makes another appearance, and that's because the brand really kills it in the mask category. Whether you are traveling, were out in the sun too long, or just need a skin boost, these masks stay on the skin perfectly because they're not sheet masks — they're cellulose masks, which makes them a touch thicker and allows them to fit to the face more securely. I am loving the ">Dermask Intra Jet Wrinkless Solution ($9).

Sephora Collection Faux Lashes ($18) are gorgeous and reusable. I picked Quill, a natural-looking lash that looks just as great going out as it would if worn to the office. There are plenty of styles, and they're currently on sale, too.

The Color Switch by Vera Mona ($18) is so genius. I have a professional cleanser for my bigger brushes, but for smaller tools, I don't like using liquid on them when I don't have to since the barrels are so small — I don't want to risk loosening it up. This easily gets rid of residue from your shadow so you can use the same brush with a different shade.