I don't think i've ever wanted people to notice my makeup. What i secretely want is for someone to say, "you look fresh today.". Not flawless. Not glowy. Just.... fresh. That's probably why the makeup in this list has barely changed. I try something new, i somehow end up reaching for these againnn... they're easy to trust. Nothing feels overly precise or high-maintenance. Even on mornings when i'm rushing out the door and it's already humid outside, they make my skin look like it's having a better day than it actually is.
I still get breakouts. I still have redness and pigmentation. None of these products pretend otherwise. They just soften the edges enough that i stop thinking about my makeup and get on with my day.. idk... maybe that's why they stayed.


