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Skincare brands I love as a professional bridal makeup artist!
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items A forever growing list of all of my go to's when it comes to keeping the skin looking its best! Everything from moisturizers to cleansers and exfoliators this list has it all! Everything in this list has been used and tested by me and has only landed...
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Moisturizers
Cleansers
Exfoliants
Retinols
Serums
Lip Balms
Moisturizers
For when your skin is thirsty
I discovered this brand at the beginning of last year because I was looking for skincare that performed like my higher end products but didn't bleed me dry of money! One of my makeup artist friends who works at Shoppers Drug Mart recommended this to ... formula that leaves your skin super smooth and hydrated. The packaging is also super cute and looks great on my vanity!
Moisturising Gel Cream
My winter time fav for all the dry skinned peeps out there. Silky yet rich enough to help with the winter time dull, dry skin. I love using this at night when my skin needs an extra drink. You can't beat the $20 CAD price tag either.
Byoma Moisturizing Rich Cream – Shop Now at Shoppers Drug Mart
A new addition to my line up this year! I've gone through 3 or 4 jars of this and although it is not the most budget friendly moisturizer it makes me feel so lux when I use it. It's a gel cream formula, its so smooth and silky and leave my skin feeli...
Hydrating Dewy Gel Cream Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid + Ceramides - First Aid Beauty | Sephora
Kit staple, this is great for anyone that struggles with oily skin. I always have 1 in my kits and a back up just incase. It's regular $24.99 but does go on sale every once and a awhile!
Bioderma Sébium Mat Control
Coming in hot with more CeraVe products! There is definitely a trend with my moisturizers, I do love a good gel formula. I love carrying this one in my kit because it has an easy pump dispenser making it more hygiene friendly but I also have this in ...
CeraVe Ultra-Light Moisturizing Gel – Lightweight Face Moisturizer | Shoppers Drug Mart
This little beauty is more of a skin care/ makeup hybrid. It provides hydration to the skin while also enhancing the look of your skin by adding a radiant glow that does not look glittery or too shiny. I love this stuff on days when I don't want to w...
Saie Mini Glowy Super Gel Lightweight Dewy Highlighter | Sephora
If you are a makeup artist ...you know. If you are not a makeup artist you NEED to know! Holy grail product right here, this moisturizer can be used daily, as an over night mask, to remove makeup it is multi purpose. I've carried this in my kit since...
Lait-Crème Concentré 75ml
Cleansers
For when your skin needs a refresh
Bought this and loved it on the first try. I've had it for about a month now and its a really nice foaming gel cleanser. You get so much for the price and it doesn't leave my skin feeling tight and dry.
BYOMA Creamy Jelly Cleanser
I've been using this as my go to cleansing balm for a few years now. I use to use the Clinique take the day off cleansing balm which I still enjoy but not the price tag it comes with. This, to me, works just the same the only difference is the elf on...
E.L.F. Cosmetics Holy Hydration! Cleansing Balm
I first tried this in a deluxe sample set that I bought from Sephora and I really loved how it left my skin feeling, especially in the winter time. It has a thick, creamy texture and helps calm my skin when its feeling dry and irritated. This does no...
Avocado Ceramide Moisture Barrier Cleanser - Glow Recipe | Sephora
I love a Cera Ve product and this one is my go to when I have acne flare ups! I don't use this often but when my skin decided to go wild on me and break out I will swap out my regular cleanser and use this. I make sure to use a more hydrating moistur...
CeraVe Exfoliating Salicylic Acid Face Cleanser
Exfoliants
For when your skin wants to go from drab to fab
My forever ride or die exfoliator. I will never love another one as much as a I love this. When I need my skin to be its smoothest before a big event or special occasion, I pull this baby out. The smallest amount goes a long way and it's not to be us...
Kate Somerville ExfoliKate™ Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
For under $15this glycolic acid is a great value for the amount you get. I use this on my off days from my retinol cream and it helps to keep my skin smooth and exfoliated. I put a few drops of it on to a cotton round and apply. Too much too fast may...
Mini Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating and Brightening Daily Toner - The Ordinary | Sephora
FAB exfoliating pads! Gentle enough for daily use and do exactly as they advertise, make that skin glow baby! My little tip for getting your monies worth, cut the pads in half (there is more than enough liquid in half a pad for your whole face and ne...
Facial Radiance Pads - First Aid Beauty | Sephora
Retinols
For when your skin wants a rewind
This has been my first retinol product that I have used and finished until the end (I know, I'm 36 and JUST started retinol). It's a very thick cream that I like to apply last during my night time routine. It's a great place to start if you have sens...
Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Anti-Aging Regenerating Retinol | Shoppers Drug Mart Product Page
Serums
For when you skin is EXTRA thirsty
I just finished my 6th bottle of this and I am promptly heading out to purchase another. My skin is often red and splotchy now that I have roseaca and a more uneven skintone than I use to. This is super gentle, calming and helps my skin absorb my other moisturising products. Keep an eye on s...
Aveeno Calm + Restore Triple Oat Serum for Sensitive Skin
Lip Balms
For when your lips are feeling crispy
Not much needs to be said about this stellar product except, its the best lip conditioning product on the market in my humble opinion. Best use is to use it over night as a lip mask and wake up with the softest lips you've ever had!
Lip Conditioner (Tube) | Hydrating Lip Balm
My clients always ask me what this product is when I use it on them! It boosts the hydration of dry lips, has a comfortable slip to it while still feeling lightweight. Under $15 CAD is a steal IMO. It comes in second of course to my MAC lip condition...
Squalane + Amino Acids Hydrating Lip Balm, for Lips, Elbows, and Cuticles - The Ordinary | Sephora
Eye masks
For when you eyes are feeling sleepy
I started using this for my bridal clients this past year and the feedback on them has been that they feel great, and hydrate well. They are also the prettiest eye patches i've ever used. The do NOT slip down, slide around or move out of place. Once ...
Find Comfort Hydrating Under Eye Patches - Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez | Sephora
These are really great first thing in the morning when you are tired and your eyes are a bit puffy. I have always really enjoyed the Sephora mask line and these will always find there way into my routine!
Caffeine Eye Mask Patches for Dark Circles + De-Puffing - SEPHORA COLLECTION | Sephora
Toners
For when your skin wants to shine brighter
I was introduced to this toner years ago by another artist that I full trust when it comes to skincare/makeup recommendations. I needed something in my kit that would be gentle on everyone and wasn't going to cost an arm and a leg. This has been the ...
Neutrogena ® Alcohol-Free Toner