I'm Clearing My Beauty Closet for a Cross-Country Move—30 Favorites I Can't Fathom Leaving Behind

Associate Beauty Editor Maya Thomas with light brown braids wearing a navy Ralph Lauren sweater

(Image credit: Courtesy of Maya Thomas)

Most Wanted is a weekly series in which one editor, staffer, or influencer shares their top 30 must-haves or current wish-list items.

The time has come for me to make another big move across the country back to my native Pacific Northwest for the summer. Over the past few weeks, I've been deep in the process of packing and shipping, which in turn has reminded me of some of my favorite beauty products I can't imagine being without as I kick off this new chapter. My goal for this summer is to achieve glowing skin and healthy natural curls and to start refining my scent collection to better reflect my lifestyle.

Below, I'm sharing my edit of the 30 skincare, haircare, makeup, and fragrance products I'll be shipping ahead of my departure (and packing en masse) so I can have them with me in my new place. Whether you're another 20-something making a huge move or have been looking for a sign to finally revamp your product lineup, there's something here fore you.

My Most Wanted Beauty and Lifestyle Favorites

Maya Thomas
Associate Beauty Editor

Maya Thomas is Who What Wear's Associate Beauty Editor based in New York City. Her strong love for all things beauty and fashion stems from a strong childhood interest in the fine arts. During a gap year spent in Paris studying the history of French fashion, she shifted her focus to English literature and journalism as a student at Loyola Marymount University with the goal of one day pursuing a career in fashion. After graduating in May 2021, Maya began freelancing for Parade.com as a contributing commerce writer while also building a following on her lifestyle blog, Itsmayalala.com. When she's not writing, Maya spends her free time catching up on reading, perusing art galleries, and enjoying a night out at the ballet every now and then.