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Kiss your dry lips goodbye this Fall
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Kiss your dry lips goodbye this Fall

Kiss Dry Lips Goodbye this Fall with Elate Hydrating Lip Products in Seasonal Shades As the air turns crisp and cozy sweaters make their way out of storage, it’s time to rethink your beauty ritual for fall. While you may already be swapping your skincare essentials to match the cooler weather, don’t forget about your lips! They’re often the first to show signs of dryness when the temperature drops. But at Elate Beauty, we believe your lips should feel as good as they look, all season long. That’s why we’ve curated a collection of hydrating, eco-friendly lip products—each packed with rich, seasonal shades to elevate your autumn look. Why Lip Hydration Matters Dry, chapped lips? No, thanks! Cracked lips aren’t just uncomfortable; they can make it tricky to apply your favorite lipstick or gloss smoothly. Hydrated lips are healthy lips, and with our nourishing ingredients like shea butter, castor seed oil, and vitamin E, Elates lip products are designed to soften, soothe, and protect. The best part? They’re all clean, vegan, and good for both you and the planet. Let’s dive into the shades you’ll love this season—and kiss dry lips goodbye for good. Fall’s Must-Have Shades for Lips that Wow This season, we’re embracing a color palette that’s all about warmth and richness—from bold berries to subtle neutrals. Here are our top picks to keep your lips looking gorgeous and hydrated all fall long: 1. Elate Moisturizing Good Gloss in 'Enamour'Looking for a perfect balance of hydration and color? The Elate Good Gloss acts like a Gloss, but thinks like a Lip Oil.  Enamour adds a pop of rich, berry hue that hydrates like a balm. Infused with organic jojoba oil, this gloss provides an all-day moisture boost while giving your lips a natural sheen. Wear it solo for a glossy, effortless look or layer it over lipstick for extra impact. Either way, it’s your go-to for those crisp, dry days! 2. Elate LipStick Pencil in 'Indulge'If precision is your thing, our Lip Pencil in 'Indulge' is the autumn essential you need. This warm cinnamon shade feels cozy and chic, whether worn on its own or paired with your favorite lipstick. The formula includes shea butter and jojoba oil, so your lips stay soft and nourished, even after hours of wear. Perfect for lining, defining, or filling in with flawless color. 3. Elate Capsule LipColour in 'Charisma'Ready to make a statement? 'Charisma' is your bold go-to. This red/orange lipstick is packed with mango seed butter and organic castor oil, ensuring a smooth, matte finish that doesn’t dry out your lips. It’s the perfect shade for those special fall evenings when you want to turn heads, all while keeping your lips beautifully hydrated, and bonus - it fits right into your palette alongside your blush.   4. Elate Better Balm in 'Clarity'For those who prefer a more subtle look, the Elate Better Balm in Clarity offers a soft, glossy glow that enhances your natural lip color. With healing calendula oil, rosehip seed oil and moisture-locking candelilla wax, this balm is a daily essential that delivers hydration and a natural glow. 5. Elate Moisturizing Lip BalmIf your Lip Balm is not in your purse or pocket - panic mode! We know the feeling. Now keep your lips protected and nourished with our Zero-Waste Lip Balm. Its subtle sweet mint is refreshing, and nourishing. Keep one in your car, your bag and everywhere!  How to Keep Your Lips Hydrated This Fall Elate’s hydrating lip products are a must, but a few extra steps can make all the difference when it comes to soft, smooth lips this season: Exfoliate: Gently scrub away dead skin with a lip scrub or a damp cloth once or twice a week, then follow up with a hydrating balm. Hydrate from within: Keep sipping water, even when the temperatures drop! Hydration starts from the inside. Balm before bed: Smooth on a layer of Better Balm before bed to help repair and hydrate overnight. Don’t lick your lips: It’s tempting, but licking your lips makes dryness worse. Stick with your favorite Elate lip balm or gloss instead! Why Elate Beauty? At Elate, we believe in more than just beauty. Our products are designed with you—and the planet—in mind. That’s why we’re committed to clean, cruelty-free, and eco-conscious beauty. Each of our hydrating lip products is made with sustainable, vegan ingredients and comes in low-waste, refillable packaging. Plus, our colors are created to complement a variety of skin tones, so everyone can find their perfect fall shade. When you choose Elate, you’re choosing beauty that aligns with your values—clean, inclusive, and kind to the earth. Ready to Hydrate Your Lips this Fall? Now’s the time to refresh your lip routine and say goodbye to dryness with Elate’s hydrating lip products. Whether you’re all about bold, rich color or a soft, natural glow, we’ve got the perfect shades for you. So why wait? Embrace the season with confidence, knowing your lips will stay nourished, protected, and beautiful. XO Melodie
Capsule Beauty: What It Is & Why It’s The Sustainable Beauty Solution We Need
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Capsule Beauty: What It Is & Why It’s The Sustainable Beauty Solution We Need

Capsule beauty draws on minimalist, essentialist ideals to pare down one’s beauty routine to its most essential steps and products. It seeks to clear out our over-cluttered cosmetics bags and bathroom vanities and stop saturating our skin with more than it needs—and in doing so, reduce the beauty industry’s environmental impact.

About Elate

It started with everyday rituals

With over 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, our founder Melodie envisioned a healthier future for the industry—one unmarred by shame-based marketing and single-use packaging. One that embraced inclusivity and advocated for sustainability. One that recognized the potential for everyday rituals to make a global impact. Elate? Let’s just call it Melodie’s vision in the making, all made possible by a team of fellow beauty-obsessed, sustainability advocates.