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You Need This: Smith's Rosebud Salve

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Smith's Rosebud Salve

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Today is about multi-tasking, so why not have a product that multi-tasks as well? Smith's Rosebud Salve is a true multi-tasker, since it can be used on lips, face, body, and even hair. That is why you definitely need this universal product.

What it is:

A world-famous salve that is made in the USA, has been around since 1895, and continues to be a cult classic in the beauty industry.

The Details:

Smith's Rosebud Salve(Compare Prices) is a definite must-have for every makeup bag. This diverse little product can be used for just about anything you can imagine. Rosebud Salve has been a staple in the makeup artist profession for years, where it has been used as a base for lipstick, a lip gloss, a lip moisturizer, an eyeshadow base, a highlighter for your face and shoulders, and even to tame any unruly eyebrow hairs.

Smith's Rosebud Salve can also be used for everyday purposes, such as on chapped and/or dry skin, calming frizzy hair, blemishes, detergent burns, and even diaper rash. Personally I use Smith's Rosebud Salve on my lips as well as when my cuticles get dry. One of my favorite uses for the salve, besides on my lips, is on any and all blemishes. It seems to soothe them as it moisturizes the surrounding skin so when I cover the blemish with concealer, it doesn't look cakey. At around $6, this is definitely a product you should add to your "You need this" list.

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