Amanda Batula’s Must Haves, From a $455 LED Mask to $16 Pimple Patches
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If you're a reality television buff, then we probably don't need to tell you that the ninth season of Bravo TV's "Summer House" is set to premiere on February 12. We also probably don't need to introduce you to fan-favorite cast member Amanda Batula, because, chances are, you're most likely just as familiar (and obsessed) with her as we are. The 33-year-old has appeared on the show since season one, and our love for her has only grown with every episode. Since that very first season, plenty of things have happened — including Batula's televised marriage to Kyle Cook, her fellow cast mate. Each season has brought more drama and entertainment — but also plenty of growth, which is something we'll see more of this time around.
"I'm a busy little bee," Batula says of the upcoming season. "In the past, I was dealing with being down; I had got on my antidepressants and [was] focused on my mental health. This summer that kicked in, and I was able to start focusing on me." Batula also promises viewers will get an inside look at the making of her swimwear line, which will launch in February 2025.
"I focused on something I wasn't able to find for myself — a cute swimsuit for people with larger natural boobs and a smaller [band]." Batula says they're playing with designs with hidden underwires so the swimsuits won't necessarily look like bras. "It looks like the bathing suits everyone else is wearing, but it has more support." Currently, there are three drops lined up, but Batula says they plan to wait for feedback from customers before planning anything further. But that's not all you can expect — there will, of course, be plenty of drama. When it comes to specifics, though, Batula's lips are sealed — but not because she doesn't want to share. "I have a hard time remembering what goes on during the summer," she says. "A lot of the stuff you'll be watching for the first time with me, and I'll be like, 'Oh my god, I remember that.'"
While we wait to witness all of the juicy drama for ourselves, we asked Batula to share with us her five beauty and wellness must haves — keep scrolling to check them out and shop them for yourself.
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Amanda Batula's Affordable Must Have
Weleda Skin Food Ultra Rich Cream ($20)
This moisturizer may be new to you, but it actually has a cult following among beauty lovers and celebrities. "My mom got it for me years ago [as] a stocking stuffer at Christmas because she heard that Victoria Beckham loved to use it," Batula says. "It's good for all over the body, but I specifically love the lighter one for my face, too." You won't catch her without a travel-sized version when she's on vacation, because she loves the rich and thick consistency.
Pro Tip: If your skin is dry, you'll love this ultra-hydrating lotion. If you have oil or combination skin, there's a lightweight version.
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Amanda Batula's Nighttime Must Have
Zitsticka Deep Access Patch ($16)
"For a while, I was dealing with really bad hormonal acne, and I still get blemishes every now and then," Batula says. To combat this, she turns to pimple patches. "I would put it on at night before going to bed and wake up with the pimple half the size of what it was." Batula has no shame going out in public with a pimple patch on. "I'd rather people see my pimple patch than the blemish itself," she says.
Pro Tip: While Batula opts for clear pimple patches if she's heading out to dinner, she occasionally wears a fun star or heart shape if she's traveling or grabbing coffee with a friend.
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Amanda Batula's Splurge Must Have
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro ($455)
While some of us might be more than familiar with LED light therapy, for Batula, the concept is pretty new. "I feel like everyone is talking about red light right now. Everyone is doing it, so I felt like I had to try it out." She only just started using her Dr. Dennis Gross Mask, but she's already obsessed with using it — especially when she's bed rotting. "It's the easiest thing to just throw on your face and watch your favorite show. My dogs are scared of it, but that's fine."
Pro Tip: Red LED light therapy helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and boosts collagen, while blue LED light targets acne. PS editors are big fans of this mask — you can even travel with it.
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Amanda Batula's Beauty Must Have
Lawless Forget the Filler Line Smoothing Gloss ($38)
"My go-to for when I'm dressed up or a clean makeup look is lip liner and a lip gloss," Batula says. While she says she tries every lip gloss she's sent, nothing compares to the Lawless Line Smoothing Gloss. "It doesn't give you that burning plumping sensation, but it makes your lips look so full and glossy and shiny, but not in a sticky way. I love the way it feels, I love the applicator, I love everything about it."
Her favorite shade is Cherry Vanilla, a light red tone. "My blushes are always more of a brick red undertone [versus] pink, and I love that for lip glosses, too. You just look alive."
Pro Tip: If you're a fan of this gloss, we also suggest testing out the brand's overnight lip mask, which has plumpling effects and will leave your lips super soft.
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Amanda Batula's Morning Must Have
Kind Snacks ($6)
Bed rotters, get ready to meet your new favorite snack. "I'm not a huge breakfast person, so [I like] having a little bit in my stomach before coffee," Batula says. "The breakfast bars are my go-to, especially if I'm on the run because I can throw it in my bag and eat it when I need a snack." Plus, since Batula is a huge fan of bed rotting (she says that's where you can find her the majority of this season of "Summer House"), she loves that the bars are mess-free and crumb-free. Her favorite flavor is Honey Oat.
Pro Tip: To elevate your morning breakfast, crumble the Kind bar into yogurt or cottage cheese with berries.
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Renee Rodriguez (she/her) is a staff writer and social producer for PS. She writes across all verticals, but her main areas of expertise focus on fashion and beauty content with an emphasis on reviews and editor experiments. She also produces social content for the PS TikTok and Instagram accounts.