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30+, Flirty & Thriving: Makeup & Skincare
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These are the makeup and skincare products I actually use and love! My everyday makeup routine is simple, easy, and—most importantly—Disney World/theme park tested and approved. These are the same products I use at the parks, and they hold up all day...
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Face
 
Lips
 
Skincare
 
Brushes
 
Hair

Eyes

I really keep it simple with just one or two eye shadow colors and some eyeliner!
 
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No better mascara on the market! And this stays on all day even when sweating at Disney World!
Maneater Volumizing Mascara - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
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I use shade Cream & Sugar. I used the darkest shade of the palette for my eyeliner!
Cream & Sugar Bite Size Eyeshadow Palette - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
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I apply this just at the edge of my lash line. Shade: Matte Brown
Longwear & Waterproof Eyeliner - ULTA Beauty Collection | Ulta Beauty
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I've used Shade: Taupe for years! The colors are darker in person than on the website. (use with the Anastasia Brow Brush)
Brow Powder Duo - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
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the newest mascara in my makeup bag
Voluminous Panorama Mascara - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
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Get it. Trust Me!
Catrice Under Eye Brightener 010 Light Rose
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Face

I prefer a light coverage powder foundation. I am not a makeup artist and find that it’s easier to use.
 
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I have been using Laura Geller for years now!! It is so simple to use and provides a light coverage.
Baked Balance-n-Brighten Color Correcting Foundation - LAURA GELLER | Ulta Beauty
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Blends perfectly and doesn't crease! Currently using Shade: Pearl 4 but in the winter I will switch to a lighter shade.
Vanish Airbrush Concealer - HOURGLASS | Ulta Beauty
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THE IT GIRL! I use this concealer in the winter and in the corner of my eyes during the summer (paired with the Hourglass concealer)
Haus Labs Concealer
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She's pricey but she's worth it!
Smooth Blur Powder Bronzer - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
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You should always be adding blush! It makes so much of a difference to add color.
SEPHORA COLLECTION Blush
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Like hairspray for your face lol
Setting Mist Spray - L'Oréal Paris | Ulta Beauty
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Beautiful, gorgeous, give me 14 of them!
TruBlend Skin Enhancer Baked Luminous Blush - CoverGirl | Ulta Beauty
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The sets are such an amazing deal!
Daily Routine: Natural Finish Full Face Kit (4 PC)
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concealer is the one item i will always have on hand
Hy-Glam Concealer - NATASHA DENONA | Ulta Beauty
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Add a few drops to your face serum or lotion at night and you’ll have the perfect tan in the morning!
Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Drops Self Tanners - Medium - 1.01 fl oz - Beauty Studio
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Lips

Most days I only use chapstick but if going out I add the lip stain to my routine.
 
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Shade: p-INKED. I do not like lipstick but have been using this lip stain for almost a year now and get so many compliments!
Peel Off Lip Liner STAY-N - SACHEU | Ulta Beauty
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Just adds a little color!
Burt's Bees Natural Origin Tinted Lip Balm - Daisy - 0.15oz
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Nude Honey or Black Honey - both are great!
Almost Lipstick - Clinique | Ulta Beauty
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I cannot believe I haven’t thought to add this yet. Anyone who has met me in the last 20+ years knows this is my ride or die.
Chapstick Original Moisturizer Lip Balms - SPF15 - 0.45oz/3ct
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Skincare

Skincare favorites for women 30+—because our skin definitely isn’t doing what it did in our 20s! 😂 These are the products that have worked well for me as my skin has changed, with a mix of affordable everyday staples, seasonal favorites, and a few s...
 
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If you haven't tried these yet, what are you doing?!
PDRN Pink Caffeine Collagen Eye Patch - medicube | Ulta Beauty
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My PM Face Moisturizer.
Moisturizing Cream Body and Face Moisturizer - CeraVe | Ulta Beauty
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I absolutely LOVE using a cleansing balm to remove my makeup. It keeps my skin moisturized and acts as a "first cleanse" before I wash my face.
Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover - Clinique | Ulta Beauty
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Love, love, love. These are new in my skincare routine but I have already noticed so much of a difference.
First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads with Glycolic + Lactic Acids| Ulta Beauty
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My go-to face wash for morning and night. I also keep travel sizes ready to go for all of my trips.
VANICREAM Gentle Facial Cleanser
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My AM Face Moisturizer.
Daily Facial Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides - VANICREAM | Ulta Beauty
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Even though I prefer the cleansing balm, I always keep the liquid makeup remover on hand as well. Its best to use for cleaning up mascara or other makeup "oops"
Take The Day Off Makeup Remover For Lids, Lashes & Lips - Clinique | Ulta Beauty
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Easy to use! I spray all over my face after applying my daily and/or nighttime moisturizer.
St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Water Face Mist
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Getting the peach fuzz off my face makes my makeup look so much better!
Tinkle Dermaplaning Razors
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I add this into my regular face wash 1-2 times a week for a light exfoliation.
Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator - Dermalogica | Ulta Beauty
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Dupe for the L'Occitane Almond Softening Shower Oil $ This smells amazing and keeps my skin smooth.
Bioderma Atoderm Body Cleansing Oil
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My AM moisturizer for days when I need an SPF as well.
CeraVe Ultra-Light Face Lotion Moisturizer with Sunscreen - SPF 30
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when I'm headed out the door quickly, I spritz this on my face for just a little moisture
Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater
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OMG - adding a Vitamin C product to my routine was a game changer. It keep breakouts away and if one tries to come up, it takes care of it quickly!
Timeless Skin Care Vitamin C and E Ferulic Acid Serum
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Perfect for a girls night in!
medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask
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A really really good exfoliator but I have sensitive skin so I only use it about once a month.
Exfoliating Polish
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Eye patches that aren't slimy and stay in place!! Sometimes you need that!
DHC Revitalizing Eye Moisture Strips, 2 Ct
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Brushes

These brushes are always in my makeup bag!
 
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I used this with the Balance-n-Brighten pressed powder.
Retractable Airbrush Kabuki Brush - LAURA GELLER | Ulta Beauty
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Use with Anastasia Brow Powder Duo
Dual-Ended Firm Angled Eyebrow Brush #12 - Anastasia Beverly Hills | Ulta Beauty
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I use the larger side for my bronzer and my blush and the smaller end for contouring on my nose.
Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty
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NEED
Kelli Anne Everything Eye Makeup Brush Set - Real Techniques | Ulta Beauty
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best deal!
Paw Paw wonder blender
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An affordable dupe for the Weezie toiletry bag!
Large Capacity Striped PVC Makeup Bags for Women, Personalized Embroidered Name Waterproof Cosmetic Pouch, Custom Zipper Monogram Toiletry Bag for Summer Pool Beach Travel, Bridesmaid Birthday Gift
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Hair

 
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Been using this for yearssss.
Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Hair Serum - 0.85 fl oz - Beauty Studio
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I keep this on hand and a travel size for trips!
Batiste Original Dry Shampoo - 5.71oz
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I love the smell of this dry shampoo.
Not Your Mother's Beach Babe Texturizing Dry Shampoo Spray - 7oz
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Fav Shampoo/Conditioner Duo
Pureology Hydrate Shampoo 9 oz & Conditioner 9 oz Combo Pack
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I use the "light" version because my hair is fine.
3.4 oz Moroccanoil Treatment Light Hair Oil - Moroccanoil | Ulta Beauty
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