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Beauty - Done Simply
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items I'm a simple girl who still wants to look good but in a minimalist way. I'm in my early 50s and living the best life! I spend my hard earned money on a few quality items but trust several more budget-friendly ones too. Healthy skin is very important ...
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My Minimalist Skin & Hair Faves
Wow, I Smell Amazing - Scents & More
Keeping Things Organized
My Minimalist Skin & Hair Faves
I don't wear alot of make up, but I do wear some and I take care of my skin! I'm in my early 50's and look much younger I'm told. These are my favorite basics and more.
My fave mascara - again, you can have budget friendly GREAT make up products and still look fabulous.
e.l.f. Lash 'N Roll Curling Mascara, Pitch Black
The best. The original. The only thing I've put on my face for 'foundation' in over 30 years.
Original Loose Talc-Free Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15
I bought this originally based on the reviews and press around this brand. I wanted a set with blush, a light bronzer and highlights...but not something complicated. Worth every penny. *remember to wash your brushes!*
Baked Starter Kit - Tuscan Dreams
No matter what kind of foundation you use, a kabuki brush can make all the difference! I use it for my bare minerals loose powder, but it can also be used for liquid. I absolutely love mine and have 3 so that one is always clean and ready to go.
DUcare Flat Top Kabuki Foundation Brush
The holy grail of eye pencils. Love, love, love, love this pencil. I can't use liquid liner and love this liner.
Pixi Endless Silky Eye Pen No.1 Black Noir
When I say I don't wear alot of make up, I mean it. But I need eyeliner that doesn't smudge or drift down my face. So far, this is my favorite next to Pixi which is getting hard to find.
e.l.f. No Budge Retractable Eyeliner Black
Yes. Just yes. Use it and you will love it. So reasonably priced for an HA serum and it works. Smoothed out the little bumps I had along jawline. Love. Did I mention I love it?
grace & stella Hyaluronic Acid Serum 50ml
More skin care; I can't stress how important is to look after your skin. It's the body's largest organ! Put this on when your skin is still a bit damp and let is soak in. Heavenly. It does have a very light scent.
Neutrogena Light Sesame Body Oil 8.5oz
I don't mess around with soaps that have strong fragrances or drying additives. It took me a while to find this basic one, but it's really a great soap. It is not drying, fragrance free and gentle.
Dove Beauty Bar Soap Sensitive, 8 Bars
Is it weird I use 2 face moisturizers? I grew up on Olay (my Grand'Mere used) and still use. I kept using for sentimental value and it has sunscreen!
Olay Complete All Day Moisturizer SPF 15
You do not need to spend a fortune on hair care. I use curly girl method, and I LOVE this stuff. So good. So affordable. Provides fantastic slip.
Aussie 3 Min Miracle Moist Conditioner, 16oz, 3-Pack
I started my curly girl journey in April I always knew I had wavy hair but every stylist wanted to straighten it! I fought the frizz for years until I finally sought our a curly hair specialist. This is one of my holy grail items.
Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Frizz Control Gel & Cream 2-Pack
This was my first intro into curly hair products, years ago. I didn't really know what I was doing then. But I still use this. It does have a sticky feel when you put it in your hands so don't overwork it, apply it quickly. Gives a piece-y look!
This Is A Curl Building Serum
Once you have that piecey look, this amplifies it! Best texturizing spray I've ever used.
This is a Dry Texturizing Finishing Spray
No, all sea salt sprays for your hair are NOT equal. Trust me, I've wasted alot of money trying to get those perfect beachy waves. This is the one and the only.
This Is A Sea Salt Spray - Davines
It's pricey, I know. But it works. Clarins is the ONLY product I will use on my face for a serum and a night cream - it just works. A little goes a long way and this smells so good - like black tea to me!
Double Serum Anti-Aging to Firm, Boost Radiance and Refine Pores
I use this day AND night. It's not too heavy for daily wear which is unusual for a night specific cream. Since it's light, I don't have to pay for a day cream too. A little goes a long way.
Super Restorative Anti-Aging Night Moisturizer
I have sparse lashes on the bottom. While I do wear mascara, I'm not a fan of the obvious "I'm wearing a ton of mascara" look. I religiously use this every night.
Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum for Thicker, Fuller Looking Lashes & Brows
LOVE LOVE LOVE this. I use it daily and it can straight into the washing machine and hang to dry. Lather up and exfoliate! I originally started to use this to get rid of tiny bumps along the back of my upper arms. I know love the ritual and the subtl...
Leopard Exfoliating Glove
I use solid shampoos for travelling. I did alot of experimenting, and wasting money, on other ones and then found Kitsch. They work with my hair and I love the feel, the scents...everything. They last forever so keep them in your travel bag so you'r...
Castor Oil Nourishing Shampoo Bar
My preference for the solid conditioner. Because I'm a curly girl, I do always follow up with a leave in when I travel!
Castor Oil Nourishing Conditioner Bar
Buy the big jar (not the tube) and use daily. My partner has psoriasis and it helps along with his prescription med cream. I prefer the tub so I can make sure and get every bit up and used. This stuff is moisturizing but won't feel heavy and greasy.
Eucerin Advanced Repair Body Cream 16 Oz
This goes on my tattoos, every day. My tattoos are very important to me, and I paid a fair amount of money over the years to have this art on my body. I swore I'd take care of it and I do- completely. I like this brand for the high SPF of course, but...
Neutrogena Sport Face Sunscreen SPF 70+, 2.5oz
My cleanser for about 2 years now? It's not drying, keeps the breakouts away (I still get them at my age, yes!) and has HA which I love. Paired with my facial sponge, I love it.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser 5oz 3 Pack
Wow, I Smell Amazing - Scents & More
I adore perfume and smells. I need them in my life. I love to talk perfume, dream perfume and live perfume.
This is my FAVORITE perfume, and I'm some what of an addict. It's so fresh and clean - it's unisex. It's wow.
Wood Sage & Sea Salt Cologne
You want something deeper? Darker? Sexier? So good!
Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense | Jo Malone London
My third fave Jo Malone scent. Pure clean sweet bliss.
Fig & Lotus Flower Cologne | Jo Malone London
Decadent. Sumptuous. Sexy. This could be unisex and for all I know, maybe it is marketed that way. I bought a sample set of Kilian and of course fell in love with almost all of them. They are pricey but you need a couple high-end perfumes. They make ...
Black Phantom Memento Mori Perfume
I can't get enough of this scent. Yes, you can get dupes of it and I have those...they're close...but they're not this. It is so sexy and warm, on a man or a woman - this is it.
Tom Ford Ombre Leather Perfume for Women - Buy Online Now at Perfume.com
This was my first foray into Commodity and I have no regrets. I fell in love with Milk & Gold personally. They are a very unique scent profile....
Scent Space Edit - Eau de Parfum Sampler Set
It's bold. Dare I say more on the masculine side? I absolutely love it.
Commodity Moss+ Bold Eau de Parfum - Sephora
Citrus, tonka bean, vanilla and cedar - somehow this all smells super fresh and amazing. My Guy wears this for me and I'll sometimes put on a little myself. Chanel does beautiful timeless fragrances.
BLEU DE CHANEL Eau de Parfum
I've been on a fragrance kick looking for notes of sea salt and marine, maybe a bit woody too. I *think* this is considered a men's cologne but I wear it- My Guy doesn't like it on himself at all. But LOVES it on me. It doesn't have alot of staying p...
Le Sel d'Issey
This doesn't have the salt notes but it is quite reminiscent of the beach without a fake tanning lotion smell in your face. It's a warm scent- and once on your skin with your own chemistry it becomes totally unique.
'REPLICA' Beach Walk Eau de Toilette with Coconut Milk & Musk
Maybe I have too many scents? Is that a thing? Do people actually limit themselves? I started with the discovery set and liked them all instead of only picking one! So, needless to say I had to get this one.
Hair Perfume Bundle - Kitsch
Not quite the original, but I'll admit it smells amazing. It can come across cloying so use a light hand with it. The touch of powdery musk is what makes it for me.
Dana Love's Baby Soft Whisper Soft Mist, Perfume Spray 2.5 fl oz
Keeping Things Organized
My partner bought me a cute vanity from Wayfair and I needed to add something to hold some of my things. Enter this cute and compact product! I keep my brushes, eyeliners, and some scents in so it's at the ready. Very minimalist look and while plasti...
Rotating Makeup Organizer with Brush Holder