Simple Soothing Facial Toner

Must-have

This is the best toner I have ever used for dailt use, especially after using hair removal cream - it will remove any remaining product after rinsing to prevent breaking out, but is so soothing and amazing. It really calms my skin and I use it morning and night, whether or not I apply a stronger toner to my t-zone.

August 27, 2012

Neutrogena Oil-Free Face Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin

GREAT for ultra sensitive skin and for use with dermatologist prescription topicals

Because I have strong prescription topical medications from the Dermatologist to keep my skin clear, I have to use a moisturizer that is ultra gentle. I also like to use SPF in my make-up rather than my moisturizer because it seems to be better for my pores. This moisturizer is just the bare essentials and I LOVE it!!

March 11, 2011

Jane Iredale Amazing Base SPF 20

Better than Bare Minerals! Gentle and provides great coverage

I switched to Jane Iredale from Bare Minerals after being impressed with Jane Iredale blush. I found this to be the best foundation I have ever used, and the matte look is much more natural looking than Bare Minerals. It has great coverage and contains SPF 20, which is great for me because it allows me to use a more gentle moisturizing product without SPF. One jar will last you a very long time, so its very economical. This has become my staple foundation and I can't imagine that I will ever want to switch!

March 10, 2011

Jane Iredale PurePressed Blush

If you have sensitive/allergy prone skin it's worth the price!!!

I have more trouble with blush than any other makeup product, but because I have fair skin I absolutely have to wear blush every day. This blush is a little pricy upfront - $26 - but it lasts me for a full year because it is very pigmented and a little is all you need. I love Parfait - which is one of the cool tones - it provides a very believable pink flush and makes all the difference in my makeup routine. I ordered it from DermStore.com and got free shipping, because the salon I used to purchase it at stopped selling makeup. You can also order direct from Jane Iredale website or find it in a local spa or dermatologist office.

March 10, 2011

Almay Truly Lasting Color Pressed Powder

Heavy coverage - DO NOT use powder puff that it comes with for application!

I like the ingredients in this and I always love that Almay products are gentle on skin. This powder provides fantastic coverage and really mattes my oily forehead and nose without over drying other areas. I apply this with a brush, because I found that it was extremely cakey when applied with the powder puff that came with it - especially on my cheeks. Great for long lasting, full coverage.

March 10, 2011

Almay Nearly Naked Liquid Makeup

Great for your skin, excellent ingredients

I was very impressed that this contains aloe in addition to vitamins commonly found in foundations, because I have very sensitive skin and read that aloe can be very soothing without breaking you out. I have combination skin that is also very sensitive and allergy prone and I actually noticed an improvement in the redness and no more dry patches even after removing my makeup! The coverage is light, so not the best without plenty of concealer and powder unless you happen to be blessed with flawless skin, which I was not. I avoid using this on my forehead and nose because it is not great on oily skin. Overall great skin benefits, not as great of make-up benefits, then again it is called Nearly Naked so I guess it still lives up to its claim!

March 10, 2011

L'Oréal Paris Double Extend Lash Boosting Serum Concentrated Lash Boosting Serum

LOVE it!!

I used to use Vaseline on my eyelashes every night to condition them - which is good if you are looking to save money - but it was difficult to wash off in the morning and I had to powder my lashes really well before I could curl them. This saves me SO MUCH time and my eyelashes are in the best condition ever. I curl my lashes and use waterproof mascara every day, but with this serum I have no breakage and my lashes stay much fuller because they don't fall out. Its a little pricy (about $12), but I found Loreal coupons online and saved $2, plus I only use it once a day - at night - so it lasts a very long time!

March 10, 2011

Physicians Formula Baked Collection Wet/Dry Eye Shadow

Good for fair skin too

I love this eyeshadow when I want to warm up my skin. The bronzy colors actually look great with my fair skin and I love the amount of shimmer. Perfect in the summer.

March 10, 2011

CoverGirl Outlast Lipstain

Best color: Flirty Nude

I love this lip stain because you can wear it to work out and it won't rub off! The colors on the packaging are somewhat misleading, I found that the orangy-looking colors werent as orange when applied and the pinks are brighter than the packaging when applied. I am not in to super bright lips, so I had to try out a few colors. The first one I bought was Teasing Blush which I thought was too bright for everyday. The one I have now it Flirty Nude which I absolutely love - I am fair skinned and blonde with blue eyes - this was the perfect color for me. To get less color I just dot it on rather than using it like a marker.

March 10, 2011

Maybelline New York Full 'N Soft Waterproof Mascara

Holds curl

I have used this product for years because it is the absolute best mascara for holding curl in my long, straight eyeslashes. I put one coat on and let it dry completely before curling them and applying another coat. Even if I use another mascara on top for extra thick lashes on occasion, I ALWAYS apply this mascara first.

October 5, 2010