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Beauty Products I Actually Use (Esthetician Approved)

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Heather Hastings

These are the beauty products I personally use in my daily routine as an esthetician, wife, and busy mom. I believe in simple products that work, save time, and help you feel confident in your skin. Everything here is something I truly use and recomm...

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Lashes I Actually Use

My Simple Esthetician Skincare Routine

Hair Growth + Healthy Hair Favorites

At-Home Nails I Love

Makeup That Works

Body Care That Keeps You Fresh + Comfortable

Lashes I Actually Use

These are my favorite lash products for making my lashes look fuller, longer, and healthier without feeling high-maintenance.

After removing my lash extensions, my lashes felt short, thin, and honestly a little sad. This is the serum I used consistently to help them look longer, fuller, and healthier again. If your lashes need a little comeback moment, this one is worth the...

GrandeLASH - MD: Lash-Enhancing Serum

If you love the look of lash extensions but don’t want the time, cost, or maintenance of salon visits, this system is a game changer. I love that I can customize my lashes at home and still get that full, polished look. Perfect for busy women who wan...

Lashify: The Inventor of DIY Lash Extensions

This is one of my go-to mascaras when I want my lashes to look longer, fuller, and stay put all day. It gives great volume without clumping and holds up through long days, workouts, and real life. A solid everyday mascara that just works.

Pump It Up Maggie Mascara Waterproof- Red Aspen

My Simple Esthetician Skincare Routine

These are the products I reach for when I want healthy, glowing skin without using a million things.

This is my first cleanse to remove makeup, sunscreen, oil, and daily buildup without stripping the skin. If your skin ever feels tight after washing, this is the kind of gentle cleanse you want instead. It helps maintain a healthy barrier so your ski...

STEP 1: CLEANSE (Barrier-Friendly Start)

This is my second cleanse when I want smoother, brighter skin. The glycolic acid helps gently exfoliate dead skin cells, improving texture, clarity, and glow over time. I use it after my first cleanse to fully reset the skin and prep it for treatment...

STEP 2: SECOND CLEANSE (Glycolic Glow Cleanser)

This is my treatment exfoliator for when skin feels dull, congested, or textured. It helps lift buildup from the surface of the skin so your complexion looks brighter, smoother, and more refreshed over time. I only use this a few times a week—not dai...

STEP 3: EXFOLIATING TREATMENT (2–3x Weekly Only)

This is my go-to mask when skin feels dry, tight, or needs a reset. It deeply hydrates while gently supporting skin renewal so your skin looks softer, calmer, and more radiant. I use this a few times a week after cleansing when my skin needs extra su...

STEP 4: HYDRATING TREATMENT MASK

This is my final skincare step to hydrate, repair, and support the skin barrier. It locks in everything from your routine so your serums and treatments actually absorb and work better. I use this morning and night to keep my skin calm, balanced, and ...

STEP 5: MOISTURIZER (Barrier Repair + Lock-In Step)

Hair Growth + Healthy Hair Favorites

These are the products I personally used when my hair started thinning and changing during perimenopause and after weight loss. I know how scary it can feel to see more hair in the brush or shower, so these are the solutions that helped me support he...

Hair thinning during perimenopause and after weight loss can feel scary and frustrating. This is one of the supplements I recommend most often because it focuses on the root causes of thinning like stress, hormones, and nutrition. If you’re noticing ...

Hair Growth & Thinning Support for Perimenopause (My Go-To for Shedding & Thinning Hair)

I love Prose because everything is customized to your hair, lifestyle, and goals. You take a quick quiz and they create products specifically for you, which makes it feel much more personal than grabbing something off the shelf. This is a great optio...

Custom Hair Products & Supplements

This is hands-down one of the best heat protectants I’ve used, especially if you blow-dry or style your hair regularly. It helps speed up drying time, protects from heat damage, and leaves hair feeling smoother and less frizzy. Plus, it smells amazin...

Kenra Platinum Blow-Dry Spray | Time-Saving ...

I use this on the ends of my hair when it’s feeling dry, frizzy, or just hard to manage. It helps smooth everything out without making my hair feel heavy or greasy. A little goes a long way, and it makes styling so much easier.

Sorbet Botanical Smoothing Balm For Frizzy Hair

This is one of my favorite finishing products when my hair needs extra shine and softness. I use it on the ends to help reduce frizz and make my hair look healthier and more polished. It’s perfect for days when your hair just needs a little boost.

Satin Nectar Nourishing Gloss

This is by far one of the best styling tools I’ve used, especially when I want my hair to look done without spending a ton of time on it. It dries and styles at the same time, adds great volume, and makes getting ready so much faster. If you struggle...

L'ANGE HAIR Le Volume 2-in-1 Titanium Dryer

At-Home Nails I Love

These are my favorite easy nail products for when I want my nails to look cute and put together without spending hours at a salon.

These are my go-to when I want my nails to look cute without spending time or money at a salon. They’re quick to apply, last surprisingly well, and are perfect for busy weeks when I still want to feel put together. I love having an easy option that m...

Color Street

This is the nail polish I reach for when I want a cleaner option that still looks beautiful and lasts. I love that it’s acetone-free and feels a little gentler on my nails compared to traditional polish. It’s a great everyday polish if you want simpl...

Mineral Fusion Nail Polish Remover, Acetone ...

Makeup That Works

These are the makeup products I keep coming back to because they help my skin look smoother, softer, and more put together.

This is the primer I reach for when I want my makeup to go on smoother and stay put all day. It helps minimize the look of pores and gives my skin a more even, soft finish before foundation. If you struggle with texture or makeup not lasting, this ma...

Skin Prep - Matte Primer

This is hands down one of the best setting powders I’ve ever used. It blurs the look of pores, helps control shine, and makes my skin look smoother without feeling heavy or cakey. I keep coming back to this one because it just works.

Bye Bye Pores Translucent Loose Setting Powder

I’ve used this foundation for years and continue to come back to it because it gives great coverage without feeling heavy. It helps even out my skin tone while still looking natural and comfortable to wear all day. Perfect if you want a simple, every...

Farmasi CC Cream

I’ve used this bronzer for years because it gives my skin a natural, sun-kissed look without looking orange or heavy. It blends easily and adds warmth and definition in just a few seconds. A great everyday bronzer when you want a healthy glow without...

YOUNIQUE TOUCH matte bronzer

This eyeshadow is one of my favorites because the color is rich, blends beautifully, and lasts throughout the day. You don’t need a lot of product to get great results, which makes it easy to use even when you’re in a hurry. Perfect for creating a po...

Red Aspen Eye Shadow

This has been one of my go-to eye makeup removers because it removes mascara and eye makeup quickly without leaving a greasy feeling. It’s gentle on the delicate eye area and makes taking off makeup at the end of the day simple. A reliable staple if ...

Mary Kay Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover

Body Care That Keeps You Fresh + Comfortable

These are my everyday body care favorites for feeling clean, fresh, hydrated, and comfortable in my skin.

I use this mostly for areas where regular deodorant doesn’t always work, and it has made a huge difference in helping me feel fresh and confident throughout the day. It’s gentle on sensitive skin and works longer than traditional deodorant. A great o...

Home | Lume Deodorant | Outrageously Effective Whole Body ...

I love this body wash because it helps me feel clean and fresh all day, especially during busy or active weeks. It’s designed to help control odor at the source while still being gentle on skin. This is one of those products that makes you feel more ...

Acidified Body Wash

These wipes are perfect to keep on hand for quick freshening up at home, at work, or while traveling. They’re easy to use, gentle on skin, and give that clean, confident feeling when you need it most. I always like having these available for busy day...

Acidified Deodorant Wipes

This soap is another great option for staying fresh and clean throughout the day. It lathers well, feels gentle on skin, and helps support that clean, confident feeling. A nice everyday soap to keep in your routine.

Triple Milled Soap | Best Skincare Products - Lume Deodorant

We keep this soap in our home because it smells amazing and leaves skin feeling clean without that dry, tight feeling. It’s a great option if you want a more natural soap that still feels like a treat to use. My family loves this one.

Dr. Squatch: Organic Soap | Natural Soap | Handmade Soap

I use this kit with castor oil as part of my self-care routine, especially when I want to support relaxation and overall wellness. It’s easy to use and makes it simple to keep everything in place without making a mess. A great addition if you’re tryi...

Weewooday 3 Pcs Castor Oil Pack Kit Soft ...

This is the castor oil I use because it’s simple, reliable, and works for so many things. I use it for skin, hair, and wellness routines, and a little goes a long way. It’s one of those products that’s always good to have on hand.

100% Pure Castor Oil - Cold-pressed, Unrefined

This is one of my go-to moisturizers when my skin feels dry, irritated, or needs extra support. It’s not greasy, absorbs well, and works for both face and body. A great everyday moisturizer that keeps skin feeling soft and comfortable.

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream | Body and Face ...

This is my go-to for cracked heels, dry lips, or any area that needs extra healing and protection. I especially like using it at night so my skin can recover while I sleep. It’s a simple product that works incredibly well.

Aquaphor