Get Pretty Patriotic for the Fourth of July
What could be better than a holiday that essentially celebrates (aside from, you know, our country's independence) apple pie, fireworks, and summertime? Um¬hing! But while you can't get decked out for the Fourth of July in pie crumbles, you can wear the scents, colors, and symbols of the holiday. And honestly, showing a little personal creativity is a great way to congratulate the country on its own independence, don't you think? So celebrate your patriotic pride with makeup, nail polish, and fragrances that scream born in the U.S.A.
Here are ten of our favorite nationalistic beauty necessities!
Photo courtesy of Sephora1/11Cherry Pie as a lip gloss color is about as American as you can get. Wear it with pride!
Sunday Riley Creme Gloss in Cherry Pie, $29. Sephora.
Photo courtesy of Sephora2/11Sport all the colors of a fireworks burst right on your lids. That’s one way to make your smoky eyes stand out on the Fourth!
Sephora Colorful Eyeshadow in Fireworks, $13. Sephora.
Photo courtesy of Sephora3/11Can you believe these falsies? They’re not for the faint of heart, so channel your inner wild child before applying a pair.
Make Up Forever Eyelashes in 141 Jo, $16. Sephora.
Photo courtesy of Ulta4/11These shimmery blue and white shadows paired with a red lip will really make a patriotic statement at a BBQ with friends.
Rimmel London Glam Eye Shadow Trio in Modern Blues, $5. Ulta.
5/11Pledge your allegiance to these all-American beauty buys.
Photo courtesy of Drugstore.com6/11OPI’s Touring America collection brings together some pretty signature sights in this country. The play-on-words polish I Eat Mainely Lobsters is too much!
OPI Touring America Collection Nail Polish in I Eat Mainely Lobsters, $8. Drugstore.com.
Photo courtesy of Sephora7/11Ralph Lauren is such an iconic American brand, and his fragrances are reminiscent of classic U.S.A. scents like apples and magnolia flowers.
Ralph by Ralph Lauren Eau de Toilette Spray, $53. Sephora.
Photo courtesy of Beauty.com8/11Temporary tattoos aren’t just for kids, especially these too-cute themed ones! Stick a flag on your upper arm like a badge of honor.
Sport Rock Patriotic Body Wear, $6. Beauty.com.
Photo courtesy of Beauty.com9/11Turn your fingernails into mini works of art with these flag pattern nail wraps. They’ll last long after the final fireworks fade from the sky.
Nail Rock Designer Nail Wraps in USA Flag, $8. Beauty.com.
Photo courtesy of QVC10/11Julep’s trio of cherry, gold, and red-white-and blue glitter nail polishes are all you need for a fabulous Fourth of July mani/pedi.
Julep All American 3-Piece Nail Polish Collection, $28. QVC.
Photo courtesy of Bath & Bodyworks11/11Strolling beach-side on the boardwalk is often part of a classic American summer, and Bath & Body Works has saved the scent of the salty ocean mid with a hint of cotton candy in this limited edition candle.
Bath & Body Works Summer Boardwalk 3-Wick Candle, $10. Bath & Bodyworks.
