A signature goodie bag is a staple of every Shop TODAY Stages summit, and yesterday's campus takeover ended with one to remember. To launch our first undergraduate-focused event, we traveled to the University of Miami for a day all about navigating the transition from college to life beyond the quad. After a day of thoughtful panel conversations and fun activations, attendees received a tote packed with more than $300 worth of products, which were provided to us for free by participating brands.
Tickets to Shop TODAY Stages: The Leap were free for registered students and the goodie bags went fast, but you can still shop all of the featured products. There are better-for-you treats from Unreal to satisfy your sweet tooth without a sugar crash, a Shop TODAY Beauty Award-winning bronzing tint from St. Tropez to maintain your tan even without the Miami sun and a multi-use highlighting serum from Glow Recipe to pare down your skin care routine — we even got to chat with the brand's co-founder during our GRWM for the Real World panel sponsored by Credit Karma.
Whether you're a soon-to-be graduate or have already taken the leap, keep scrolling to curate your own swag bag — and check back soon for details on our next Shop TODAY Stages event!
Shop TODAY Stages: The Leap gift bag products
Miami humidity has nothing against this firm-hold hairspray that can help seal out moisture. According to the brand, it'll lock in your look, add shine and texture — all without unwanted stiffness.
This three-in-one conditioner is what your hair routine has been missing. With just a few spritzes, you'll be left with detangled, shiny, frizz-free strands that are ready to take on the heat.
If your hair styles have been falling flat, give this volumizing hairspray a shot. The ultra-fine mist prevents the product from weighing you down, while the silicone-free formula gives your roots a boost.
Need a new wash day routine? John Frieda's weightless shampoo gives fine and flat hair the appearance of extra volume it needs without leaving a residue behind. Plus, you'll always stay stocked with a two-pack.
Of course, we couldn't send guests home without the matching weightless conditioner! According to the brand, the fragrance features notes of pear, amber, raspberry, rose and sandalwood.
Fighting a pimple that can't fit under a patch? This paint and peel product is a flexible, gel-like liquid that can be used on any size breakout, and according to the brand it can help clear up your skin in as little as four hours.
Whether you're running around campus, going for a bike ride or just hitting the beach, these sleek sunnies have ventilated temples to enhance airflow and UV protection to keep eyes safe all day.
Everyone needs a night in once in a while, and these slipper socks will keep you cozy lounging around the dorms or your first post-grad apartment. We won't judge if you want one in every color!
Skin care-forward beauty is having a moment this year, and Glow Recipe's dew drops serum has just the ingredients to fit the bill. With niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and moringa seed oil, it hydrates and blurs all while delivering a dewy glow. We love that you can wear it under a moisturizer during the day or over makeup at night for exactly the highlight you want.
From taking notes in the classroom to the boardroom, these soft cover journals always seem to come in handy. Students can always score 15% off on Moleskine products via UNiDAYS, and right now everyone can score free personalization sitewide with code TODAY! for a limited time.
Faux freckles just got a glittery upgrade with these patches from Fazit. Wondering how to apply? The brand says it best: Simply press, pat and peel to reveal stardust speckles across your nose.
Shop TODAY editors named this bronzing tint a 2025 Beauty Awards winner, raving over its no-rinse application and serum-like formula. It leaves a natural, radiant finish that looks like your skin but better, which is why we recommend it for everyday glam and touch-ups on the go.
Whether you have an early morning class or need an afternoon pick-me-up, reach for this energy drink that can perk you up — without the jitters, crashes or sleep disruption, per the brand.
Gentle, effective and TSA-approved, this compact cleanser takes up minimal space in your carry-on and doubles as both your face and body wash. The brand says it can be used twice daily, but still gets the job done when it comes to removing makeup, excess oil and impurities.
Drench your skin in hydration with this nourishing milky essence from Farmacy. Especially if you're prone to redness, the brand says this bottle can help calm things down almost instantly.
No more rummaging through your makeup bag to find that lip pencil at the bottom. This lay-flat pouch opens all the way when you're getting ready, but still folds up compact when you're done.
Guests received one of four sweet treats to power them through the panel-packed day: better-for-you milk chocolate gems, milk chocolate covered pretzels, dark chocolate covered pretzels or dark chocolate coconut bars.
Erase the day with this hydrating cleansing balm from Versed. According to the brand it melts away makeup — yes, even waterproof formulas — and impurities without stripping the skin.
We take such good care of our faces, but often don’t show our scalps as much love — and this shampoo can help fix that. When used weekly, the clarifying wash helps remove product residue, excess oil and impurities so that both your hair and scalp feel clean and clear from buildup. If a healthy scalp means better hair days, consider us on board!
If your face needs a little extra TLC, this recovery cream can help save the day. Whether you're trying to banish flakiness, soothe redness or even stop an itch, this pick is safe for sensitive skin.
Spring is here, which means it's time to slough off that rough, winter skin. This body exfoliator not only removes dead surface skin cells, per the brand, but also adds a boost of hydration.
For visibly smoother, brighter and more even-toned skin in minutes, per the brand, reach for this face exfoliator from Dr. Brandt. It's actually inspired by in-office microdermabrasion!
Looking for that “barely there” beauty look? This pore refiner primer, which also helps diffuse imperfections, has you covered. Plus, the brand says it can be used both with or without makeup.
This juicy treatment doesn't just deliver the perfect flush of color, but it also can help smooth fine lines and help your lips look fuller. The hardest decision will be deciding on your ideal shade!
