We Found You Warm Winter Leggings

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Please [tweet at us](, join our [Facebook lounge](, respond to this email, or [email me directly](mailto:tiffany@racked.com) to tell me what you want to see here. But before you do that, [make sure you opt in to our new format by clicking this link here](. —[Tiffany Yannetta](, shopping director This Actually Works The Foundation for People Who Hate Wearing Foundation [Nars velvet matte foundation] I used to hate wearing foundation. There’s a good chance you’ve heard me say that out loud if you know me in real life, and there’s an even better chance you’ve [read about it]( if you frequent this site. It's not that I didn’t want to like it! I’d just never found one that met my extremely basic criteria — like actually matching my skin color and not contributing to my already oily face — until I tried the Nars [Velvet Matte Foundation Stick]( ($45). My interest was initially piqued because there’s more than one shade of brown. I found a seemingly perfect match within two swatches (Cadiz, if you’re wondering) that truly nailed the undertones in my complexion without making me look too yellow or red, which is an issue I, and many other women darker than a Band-Aid, often have with foundation. And while finding a perfect match was relatively exciting, it’s not why I’m obsessed with this foundation. (Reminder: Simply [accommodating women of color]( is a really low bar.) The product comes in a really sleek marker-like stick with a touch-up blender on the other end. It couldn’t be easier to use: You apply directly from stick to skin, and the results are — not to be dramatic — mind-blowing. When I blend in the foundation, it feels like I’m using the Facetune app IRL; my face looks smooth, and unlike a lot of the other matte products I’ve tried, this feels so comfortable that I forget I have anything on. It’s not drying or heavy, and it doesn’t streak, look cakey, or rub off on my clothes or hands if I touch my face. All the joys of wearing foundation, and none of the bad stuff! The only real downfall here is the price — $45 for any one single thing that will eventually be gone isn’t fun for anyone. But if you’re looking for buildable coverage that looks and feels natural, it’s worth it. I even [bought a backup]( before I was even done with the one I had. —[Tanisha Pina](, market editor Ad from our sponsor WHO Makes the Best... Warm winter Leggings Regular running tights are not going to cut it outside in the winter — this is something you should acknowledge before you start lacing up. To stay warm, you’re going to need leggings specifically designed for cold weather. But which are the warmest, and how much do you need to spend? Through a combination of personal testing and trusted online reviews, we’ve narrowed it down to six options. —[Tiffany Yannetta](, shopping director Nike [Pro HyperWarm Women’s Leggings]( ($60): Nike's thermal-lined winter leggings are both the cheapest and the most size-inclusive on this list (they run [up to a 26](). They’re compression tights, so be prepared for a tight fit and consider sizing up. Outdoor Research [Women’s Radiant Hybrid Tights]( ($80): Next comes Outdoor Research’s tights, which are available in sizes XS through XL. It’s a fleece-lined tight that's billed as a base layer, but it can definitely be worn solo. And right now, it’s 20% off with code SNOW. The North Face [Winter Warm Tights]( ($85): Ninety-seven percent of the 72 people who have reviewed these leggings say they would recommend them to a friend, and Wirecutter [listed them as its number-two option]( when it comes to the warmest tights out there. (Sugoi’s, which are below, came in at number one). Sizing starts at XS and caps off at XL. Athleta [Polartec Power Stretch Tights]( ($89): These leggings are as warm as they are comfortable, thanks to fleece lining and four-way stretch. You can find them in sizes XXS through 2X. Smartwool [PhD Tights]( ($110): Smartwool's running tights are composed of nylon (on the exterior), merino wool (on the interior), and elastane. The Merino brand is also known for its [super warm socks](. One big bummer: The brand doesn’t do any extended sizing, so these leggings cap off at an XL. Sugoi [Women’s Evolution MidZero Tight]( ($140): These are the priciest on the list but [quite possibly the warmest]( — something to consider if you’re particularly sensitive to the cold or planning on being somewhere that’s extra frigid. Most of the brand’s leggings stop at a size XL, but this style includes XXL. Good and Cheap This is the smartest way to store a beautyblender [Floral egg cups] The last time I went to use it, my [Beautyblender]( was practically stuck to my makeshift vanity window sill. This was not my first makeup-sponge mishap; my dog has eaten three after they rolled onto the floor. There’s really no good way to store a Beautyblender. They need to be left out to dry, but their irregular shape makes them tricky to leave on a counter. Tossing them in a makeup bag is one way to keep them put, but it means they’re going to turn into a breeding ground for germs, which completely undermines a good skincare routine. So here’s an easy and cute solution: egg cups. These kitchen trinkets are meant to hold soft-boiled eggs for a fancy breakfast, but they’re also perfect for holding teardrop-shaped makeup sponges. The best part is that egg cups are cheap, and the second-best part is that you can find cool-looking ones easily. [Amazon]( and [Etsy]( have tons, of course, ranging from [stainless steel]( to [marble]( to [porcelain](, and so do home good and kitchen supply shops like [Crate & Barrel]( and [Bed, Bath & Beyond](. They’d also make a great gifts. Buy a set and pass a few out to friends — or, for the beauty guru who already has everything from Sephora, a whole storage unit via an [egg crate](. —Sally Johnson, contributing writer [More Stuff to Read](#) - [Mall of America Gets High-Tech With Chatbot and Humanoid Robots]( - [James Dyson On Why His Hair Dryer Costs $400]( - [Why Can’t Hearing Aids Be Stylish?]( - [A History of Women Who Burned to Death in Flammable Dresses]( - [The Real Problem With Nike’s Ripping NBA Jerseys]( Did a friend forward you this email? [Sign up for the Racked newsletter](. 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