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BEAUTY & WELLNESS products I love
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items You deserve to live well ❤️. These are tried, tested and true products I've used regularly.
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Skincare (FACE)
Haircare
Skincare (BODY)
Makeup
Everyday Luxe
Sun Protection (FACE & BODY)
Skincare (FACE)
I often get stopped by random strangers about my skin and get mistaken for being in my early 30s sometimes even late 20s (I'm in my 40s) when I'm at the gym which is when I have nothing but skincare on. I never ever wear foundation, powder, or concea...
My go-to Vitamin C serum. On my second bottle. The texture is beautiful and it keeps my skin clear.
DumiDang vitamin
I mostly use this for spot treating and for my t-zone. Keeps oil under control.
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin
Love this one. Part of my night time routine. A solid peptide cocktail for those fine lines and wrinkles.
"Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1% - The Ordinary | Sephora
My not-so-secret, secret weapon for my glass skin. I'm on my 5th bottle. Can't gatekeep this one because we all deserve to feel fine!
Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2% Exfoliating Serum - The Ordinary | Sephora
I use this daily. Gentle enough for every day and for sensitive skin. It has salicylic acid in it. Keeps my skin clear and smooth.
Cetaphil Gentle Exfoliating SA Lotion Lightweight Moisturizer with ...
Their foaming wash is the best! Have been using this for 5+years consistently. Skin is clear, hydrated and oily zones are under control.
CeraVe - Walmart.com
A really great way to incorporate vitamin C in your daily moisturizer. This is such a good and underrated product. My skin glows with this one.
Olay Vitamin C - Walmart
I've been using this for 7+ years. It's a great retinol formula. The squaline in this is chefs kiss.
The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane, Signs of Aging Serum
This works much better than pimple patches. Start applying when you can feel something starting to surface.
CLEAN & CLEAR ADVANTAGE Acne Spot Treatment, 2 ... - Walmart
I like dabbing this where fine lines might appear. I keep this by my bed to dab dab on before I sleep. I also love the tin it comes in. No plastic. Great packaging!
Bag Balm - Walmart
I love misting this on my face and ends of my hair after working out or when the air/environment feels dry. Keeps my skin juicy without an oily slick. Always in my gym bag.
Rosewater Glycerin - Walmart
Garnier micellar water is always a good idea! I've used many of them! And do so every day. My current favourite is the yellow bottle and the orange bottle. Gives me clean glowy skin. And not drying at all and very refreshing.
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Cleanser ...
A+ suncreen that's glowy and hydrating.
ROUND LAB - Birch Juice Moisturizing UVLOCK SPF 45 | Ulta Beauty
A solid moisturizer that doesn't leave your skin feeling dry. It's a luxe experience.
ROUND LAB - Birch Juice Moisturizing Cleanser | Ulta Beauty
Their glass skin line is wonderful.
Beauty of Joseon | Sephora
This is very moisturizing and soothing! Sometimes, I use this instead of moisturizer on days that are more humid.
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence - Ulta Beauty
This has helped fade away some of the hyperpigmentation I used to have. Also good for scars/discoloration from acne!
Super Fade Discoloration Serum - Peach Slices - Ulta Beauty
So butteryyyy. I like using this when the weather is cooler or when windy. Soothing.
ROUND LAB - 1025 Dokdo Cream | Ulta Beauty
This was the toner that made me believe in toner! Suitable for sensitive skin and combination skin. Gentle and leaves your cheeks feeling smooth.
haruharu wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner - 5.07 fl oz - Target
This is a - very - versatile formula. Get yourself a bottle. My favourite way to use this is to get rid of and further prevent “tech-neck” - those horizontal lines we can get on our necks.
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating and Brightening Daily Toner
I keep this in my purse and use it for everything. It smells so nice too. My personal preference is the mint-rose tin and strawberry tin!
Rosebud Salve Tube Smith's Lip Balm - Ulta Beauty
Haircare
My hair is on the thinner and fine side with a slight natural wave. I live where extreme weather happens in all directions which means lots of environmental wear. I started to take my haircare seriously 2-ish years ago. My hair has really become smoo...
Baby hairs have been sprouting up! I'm about to get my second bottle.
Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density - The Ordinary | Sephora
This is a really nice cream. Not greasy yet moisturizing. And smells soooo nice. I apply this mostly to my ends.
Revive Hair Moisturiser | LUSH
This entire product line is seriously A+. I love the bond repair. I use it once every couple of weeks.
Garnier Fructis Hair Filler - Walmart
Noticed less hair fallout! Hair feels stronger and more intact. I use the one for untreated hair.
Nioxin Cleanser Shampoo - Walmart
I started loving wearing ponytails, the moment I learned to use this product. It keeps my updos looking polished (and without that greasy look). Long lasting.
Bed Head Hair Stick - Walmart
Skincare (BODY)
I like to care for my body skin as much as I do my face skin. I'll list some of my favourite below. Follow along and I'll keep adding more of my go-tos to this list!
A go-to body lotion for my entire body. I like that this is both effective - and - absorbs quickly. I keep this in my shower to apply right after.
Body Lotions - Eucerin
These deodorant wipes are a permanent item in my gym bag! Keeps me fresh and clean. I like that the scent is not overly strong.
Coconut Body Wash, Coconut Products For Hair & more
I recommend Naturium's Body Washes and Retinol Body Lotion (I use this on my neck and chest area)
Naturium - Walmart
Get this lotion if you want to say buh-bye to those bumps on your arms. I apply at night time on my arms, knees, and elbows.
AmLactin Daily Nourish Body Lotion, 12% Lactic Acid for Dry Skin ...
I keep one of these in my car, my gym bag, by my perfumes (to apply before perfume sprays for longer lasting scent), my purse at all times. I love both the clear one and for summertime, the shimmery one! Get a few!
Vaseline Stick - Walmart
For wintertime/cooler weather - I love this cream for my body. I put this one every night before bedtime.
Vanicream - Walmart.com
My secret weapon to deal with dry cracked heels! If you've ever struggled with this, she is your girl. Apply on your feet, put on socks, go to sleep. Wake up with healthier feet!
Sudocrem - Walmart
Makeup
Don't ask me about complexion make up (see my Skincare List). Here are some products that don't feel or look like makeup. Follow along and I'll keep adding more of my go-tos to this list!
I use this regularly. Keeps my stubborn brow hairs in place even through sweaty workouts. I'd say go a shade darker than you might normally go if you want the tint effect.
Super Lock™ Brow Glue Clear & Tinted Eyebrow Gel - Maybelline
There is something about the texture and feel of this gloss that makes me always reach for this one. It's very comfortable on. Not sticky at all. Barely feels like I'm wearing anything.
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Lip Gloss | Sephora
This is the perfect 2-in-1 bronzer palette. I end up reaching for this one for evening looks and to contour. Don't sleep on it. As someone who often drops their compacts, I appreciate that this is not a plastic container.
Bronzed Duo Bronzer - Juvia's Place
Somehow they nailed being pigmented, creamy and blendable while being long lasting. All of the ones I have are the Matte ones and I need these in more colors. My most used shadow sticks.
I also sometimes use a fine brush with some of the shades I have to apply as eyeliner!
I also sometimes use a fine brush with some of the shades I have to apply as eyeliner!
NUBIAN SHADOW STICKS - Juvia's Place
Baked Blush. She's a real one. Pigmented and not glittery in that juvenile way. Y'know what I mean? We're glowy and grown ;)
Baked Blush - Milani Cosmetics
This bronzer feel divine on. It does indeed feel buttery. Comes in natural shades. I love this bronzer for day time. I also use this on my eyes.
Murumuru Butter Bronzer - Physician's Formula
A good setting spray to lock it in! Reliable and has some good skin care properties (glycerin and niacinamide!) in it to help keep your skin hydrated. I like using this one for even those sticky humid summer nights - especially when I've put in quite...
Make It Last Original - Natural Finish Setting Spray - Milani Cosmetics
These come in great shades (that I don't see other brands carry) and apply very nicely. The grey one is my favourite. It's so natural looking. I've tried so many different eyebrow pencils - and I'm so glad I've finally found the one.
Marcelle Accent Eyebrow Crayon - Walmart.ca
Lash Princess (The green one) is just a solid mascara. I wear mascara every day - and this stays put even during the sweatiest workouts.
Mascara Essence - Walmart
The brown Scandeleyes Eyeliner is THE BEST. I'm obsessed with it. They somehow nailed a no-budge liner that is also soft to apply.
Rimmel Scandaleyes Eyeliners - Walmart
Have been using this since highschool - and it still hits. The perfect trio. I like Shimmering Sands. It's a neutral toned. And I reach for this set often for every day to dab a touch on my lids just above my lashline.
COVERGIRL Eye Enhancers 3-Kit Eyeshadow, 110 Shimmering ...
I have these in many colours. They are pigmented, creamy and are so easy to dab on. I just use my finger.
Putty Cream Blush | e.l.f. Cosmetics
If you're in to liquid blushes (which I wasn't until this one) - this is a good one!
Yves Saint Laurent Make Me Blush 12H Blurring Liquid Blush
I keep one of these in my car and in purse all the time. It's very tough to mess up with these (I'm not a make-up pro at all)! I like that it comes in a tube to help minimize contamination.
Glossier Blush | Sephora
Grab a bunch of these. These are really good budgeproof gel liners. I love sharpening them super pointy. I have these in at least 5 colours and use them daily.
essence Stay & Play Gel Eyeliner Pencil, 01 Black Raven - Walmart
These are good. They are long lasting and don't dry out my lips (most liquid lippies do).
Black Radiance Perfect Tone Matte Lip Crème, Pretty Sexy - Walmart
A good mascara that doesn't make you appear like you have mascara on. Seperates the lashes nicely.
Lash 'N Roll® Curling & Lifting Mascara | e.l.f. Cosmetics
I reach for this brush a lot! Works great for cream and liquid blushes.
Concealer & Foundation Complexion Duo Brush - e.l.f. Cosmetics
This mist is my favourite fine mist. It feels the most barely there - and I love that it doesn't have a strong scent!
Makeup Setting Spray and Facial Mist | e.l.f. Cosmetics
Really effective at cleaning my brushes. Somehow so much gunk comes out after I mist this on. Dries quickly too!
Daily Makeup Brush Cleaner - Travel Size | e.l.f. Cosmetics
Less crying in your life, pls - but for those moments, this stays put. No needing to peep your reflection after a cryfest. Also, a super fine point which I really appreciate. I'm in to the brown - but I see that they now have so many other fun shades...
Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Liner - EYELINER - NYX Cosmetics
I like the slight color in these. I'm obsessed with the blackberry one. It smells so good. Even when worn on it's own, the lips look juicy. I'd say more of a gloss (that isn't sticky) and not an oil.
Fruit Fetish Lip Oils - Milani Cosmetics
Get this blush if you want a youthful bouncy looking cheek. It's fun to dab on - I just use my fingers. A little goes a long way.
fwee Lip & Cheek Blurry Pudding Pot - Sephora
I really love that this is a complete set. A creame and then powder to add refinement/finish/lock in. I have this in a mini! I love slipping it in my purse.
Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo
This doesn't budge - and - is creamy. I use it as my liner but can also be used all over lips! I'm obsessed with “Trust Your Gut”.
Superstay Ink Crayon Maybelline - Walmart
I love this clear gloss!
Peptide Power Glass Lip Balm - Juvia's Place
This is a great primer for your lids. A little goes a long way!
Stay Put Eyeshadow Primer - Milani Cosmetics
I love this lippie! Sometimes I use this just to line my lips, sometimes all over. Just make sure you give it a shake before you apply. Very long lasting and non-drying.
Maybelline Vinyl Ink - Walmart
Simply, a solid brush set. Good quality. Brushes are so soft, fluffy and dense. Maybe start with a set - and then see if you need anything else and go from there. That's what I did!
Real Techniques - 55 Products - Ulta Beauty
A really good liquid highlighter. A little goes a long way because these girls are pigmented! I like to use this alone or even mix it in with my sunscreen to dab dab on spots that catch a lot of sun.
NUBIAN GLOW LIQUID LUMINIZER - Juvia’s Place
I have two of these that I like to dab on to the centre of my bottom lip and cupids bow top lip! I like the pigment in these. Unlike many glosses, this can definitely be worn alone!
Volumizing Gloss Sticks - Juvia’s Place
This was my first good experience with a liquid shadow. The colors are INSANE. Topping off your look with at touch of this levels my look up.
Culture 2 Liquid Eyeshadow - Juvia’s Place
This is such a good value set! What I love about the liquid blushes is that a little goes a long way (high pigment payoff) - which means it feels like nothing on. As someone who really doesn't like the feel of makeup, this is perfect for me. I use th...
Blushed Trio Bundle - Juvia’s Place
Everyday Luxe
You deserve to feel luxurious every day. Follow along and I'll keep adding more of my go-tos to this list!
I have so many of these. I use them as moisturizing bars. I keep one in my gym bag, my car, by my bed, etc. They smell divine.
Massage Oil Bars | LUSH
In my top 3 LUSH perfume scents. Great for all genders!
Shade Perfume | LUSH
Obsessed with this scent. It's a sexy one.
Volutes - Eau de parfum - 75ml - Diptyque Paris
Ooof. This is a good one of Diptiques too!
Orphéon - Eau de parfum - 75ml - Diptyque Paris
I feel sexy whenever I use this shampoo. Moisturizing and smells so good. I save this one for special nights out.
Tofu | Cream Shampoo - Lush
When you get yourself a LUSH bar, getting these cases are a must.
Oval Tin Product Holder | LUSH
I'm a fan of LUSH's spray. I really love SALTY to mist on whenever I'm wearing something fruity - to balance the scent out.
Salty Body Spray | LUSH
This is a good one. Fruity - but in a sophisticated way. Not child-like.
Plum Rain | Body Spray | LUSH
Sun Protection (FACE & BODY)
An entire list for sunscreen b/c I swear by it. I wear sunscreen every day all day, no matter what the weather is. I like to think of sunscreen as insurance.
Was really impressed with this Age Defense 50 Sunscreen. Very hydrating and nice to put on. Will be grabbing more bottles. I appreciate the pump applicator.
Eucerin Spf 50 - Walmart
An excellent sunscreen. Gel-like, moisturizing, doesn't leave a cast.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Weightless Moisturizer SPF 50, 1.7 fl oz, 3-pack
Their SPF lip balms are the best. If you can get their tinted ones - even better! I use them every day all year-round.
Sun Protection - Burt's Bees
I've tried more than 11 sunscreen sticks and nothing has ever topped this one. I don't leave the house without this. Perfect for reapplication throughout the day. She feels so cooling on. Not sticky. No cast at all.
Clear Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ - Shiseido
I like the finish of this one. Your skin will feel juicy. Zero cast. If your skin is on the drier side, consider this one!
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Sunscreen - Walmart
If you're looking for a tinted sunscreen, this one is a good one!
Eucerin Sun Sensitive Mineral Tinted Face Sunscreen Lotion with ...
A+ suncreen that's glowy and hydrating.
ROUND LAB - Birch Juice Moisturizing UVLOCK SPF 45 | Ulta Beauty