This S*** is Bananas (Literally)
Remember when charcoal and matcha were everywhere? Meet the fresh-faced rival: banana. It’s a beauty ingredient that's gaining traction for its glow-giving, gentle, and universally flattering appeal.
Instead of banging on your door, the banana beauty wave rolled in quietly. Stripped-clean skincare vibes made us crave solutions that feel natural and mood-boosting and banana fits that bill while satisfying our craving for soft, slightly-sweet, skin-pretty textures that feel as good as they smell.
First up, there's the texture factor. Banana-infused beauty products look and feel indulgent without being heavy. They bring a sensory edge like a durian smoothie you latched onto in your teens, but in a good, wear-anywhere beauty way.
Second, banana's mini-brightening power works without the drama. It’s rich in vitamins B and C and is known for its gentle exfoliating and toning properties. Translation: a faint glow and even tone, without the peeling, redness, or ‘sunburn’ you save for aspirational teen-tag clients.
Finally, the trend dovetails perfectly with the global shift toward natural, feel-good beauty. We’re done with edgy gimmicks. We want subtle, sensory, and a little nostalgic and banana gives us all that, minus the chaos.
In beauty, banana is now the ultimate multi-hyphenate: brightening, softening, and delivering a sunny, feel-good scent that makes every step of your routine more fun. Whether it’s skincare, fragrance, or haircare, these banana-infused (and banana-inspired) picks are here to sweeten your shelf.
Here are the ones worth going bananas for.
Glossier Balm Dotcom
This cult balm gets a banana twist. Ultra-hydrating, multi-use, and compact enough to slip into any bag, it’s the everyday staple you’ll keep reaching for. Shop here
OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright Eye Crème
A glow-getter for tired eyes. Packed with vitamin C and collagen, this rich cream brightens and firms while smoothing fine lines—like eight hours of sleep in a jar. Shop here
LUSH Banana Co-Wash
A creamy, nourishing cleanser that’s part shampoo, part conditioner, all indulgence. The banana-coconut scent alone will make wash days feel like a tropical escape. Shop here
Prada Banana Lip Balm
Luxury meets playfulness in this silky balm. It hydrates while leaving a subtle sheen, making it as chic on your lips as it is in your makeup bag. Shop here
Ellis Brooklyn Banana Milkshake Hair & Body Fragrance Mist
Sweet, creamy, and impossibly nostalgic, this mist layers notes of banana with a milkshake softness you’ll want to spritz all over—hair included. Shop here
27 87 Hakuna Matata
Sunlit, playful, and full of tropical warmth, this fragrance blends banana with vibrant florals for a scent that’s pure good vibes. Shop here
KAYALI Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana Eau de Parfum
Banana, coconut, and sun-drenched florals come together in a scent that feels like a holiday in a bottle—no boarding pass required. Shop here
