May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. That means it’s time to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures and their contributions to the world. But in doing so, it’s crucial that we not only raise our voices against hate, but also that we support those communities, spending money at Asian and Pacific Islander-owned businesses both national and local.
And Macy’s agrees. In fact, the retailer stocks a range of products made by Asian-owned companies, particularly in the skincare and beauty realm. In shopping Macy’s for beauty products made by Asian-owned businesses, like The Beauty Crop, we’re not only supporting that community, but also ourselves. Beauty products are little, everyday luxuries, which help us feel and look our best, even increasing our confidence and helping us drive us towards our goals, as we stride through the world unapologetic about who we are. So this May, shop the beauty products below to give yourself—and Asian American and Pacific Islander communities—a boost. You’ll be glad you did.
Be Smooth
If you’re looking to refresh your lip game, check out The Beauty Crop’s Smoothie Stick Lip Crayon ($12). It’s made with almond butter, which means it provides a healthy hint of magnesium and antioxidants alongside super saturated, hydrating color.
Treat Your Lips
Berry-red lips are one of our favorite beauty trends. Catch the wave and try some berry tones yourself with this Sultry Berries Lip Brulee Set ($65), which includes four different vivid shades.
Take Your Vitamins
When you’re doing your makeup, a setting mist is key for priming and setting. But not all setting mists are made the same. This Vitamin Babe Setting Mist ($15) includes vitamin c and papaya extract, to hydrate skin, giving it a lively, healthy glow.
Glow Up
Spring is time to refresh your beauty game. So why not shoot for the stars and upgrade your makeup with a new eyeshadow and liquid highlighter? It’s easy. This Stargazing Eyeshadow Palette ($15) and Glow Milk Dropper Liquid Highlighter ($15) will have you feeling good and looking good while you shine and glow up in no time.
Embrace Your Shadow
Eye shadow that is. With The Beauty Crop’s Vitamin Babe Eye Shadow Palette ($15), you can experiment with a spectrum of warm oranges and universally flattering rust and brown colors, allowing you to find your perfect look on your own terms. And of course, makeup looks even better when you’re feeling good from the inside out. Adding this Tied-Front Sports Bra ($85) from Alala to your wardrobe can help with that, offering you stylish support at the gym or even dressed up beneath a blazer.
In Dew Time
If a dewy, fresh-faced look is what you’re after, you must start with The Beauty Crop’s Melon Jelly Dewy Primer ($15), which uses watermelon seed oil to create a light, quick-absorbing primer that’s especially helpful with those with oily skin. From there, add some pops of color using this Liquid Eyeshadow Duo ($36), which features one container of creamy velvet pigment in a matte formula and another packed with striking liquid glitter, allowing you to pick your look for the day depending on your mood.
Eye Time
Of course, when you’re working with all that makeup, you’re eventually going to want to pamper your skin during your down time. To do just that, look no further than The Beauty Crop’s Avocado Eye Mask ($24). The masks are made with avocado oil and green tea to hydrate, depuff, and moisturize the area under your eyes, setting you up to apply your next round of makeup whenever you’re ready.
