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beauty products I use every day as a woman in STEM❣️
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items I’m usually running to or from lab so I like to have a few great beauty products that I reach for again and again. Here are mine!
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makeup💄
bath🫧
skincare🧴
perfume🕯️
makeup💄
my few but trusty makeup staples
I need my lips to feel like they have a second layer without feeling sticky and this does just that! Not too thin or oily either!
Squeeze Me Glow Moisturizing Lip Balm
When I have a little extra time I love using this to give me some glow. I spend so much time in the lab that sometimes my skin feels kinda dull from being inside, so I reach for this to brighten it up :)
Halo Glow Liquid Filter Complexion Booster
I’ve been using this for over a year now and I love it. It’s been perfect for me as I never like anything to look super full coverage on my face and it hides my dark circles just enough!
Hydrating Camo Concealer
This powder is super easy to apply with a puff or a brush, and gives a matte finish with a tiny bit of shimmer :)
Finishing & Setting Powder
LOVE this brow gel. I’ve repurchased it multiple times. If you like a more glue-like product you may not like this as it’s def more of a lighter gel, however I love the shape it gives my brows without feeling sticky.
Control Freak Eyebrow Gel | NYX Professional Makeup
This stuff is amazing. I have super straight hair and lashes and I was NEVER able to get my lashes to hold a curl, until I learned that waterproof mascara specifically is the solution for preserving curl.
I curl my lashes and immediately apply this...
The Falsies® Surreal Extensions Waterproof Mascara Eye Makeup
I bought this after watching someone talk about it and it did not disappoint. I use the shade “bronzer” since my skin is pretty fair. It blends super nicely and has a touch of shimmer in it for a golden glow :) I can almost trick people into thinking...
Murumuru Butter Bronzer
I had always heard that Milani makes amazing blushes and lip products and, can confirm, the peachy baked blush I have is beautiful. I love a coral blush for the summer, but these come in so many shades and slight shimmers you’re bound to find one you...
Milani Blush Products & Powders
bath🫧
I have always been a bath self care girly, and though I don’t always have a ton of time, these are the products I never skip.
I just got this after hearing it smells similar to a very popular perfume and I’m obsessed!!! It does smell super similar to the perfume, but also has its own slightly more citrusy scent and it’s delightful. I will be repurchasing!!!
Women's Body Wash
These scrubs are sooo good. They aren’t harsh like other scrubs that are purely sugar based are and I actually feel like they’re moisturizing while you’re using them.
The pomegranate one is my fave :)
Exfoliating Body Scrubs for Smooth, Glowing Skin
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If you have fine hair this is incredible!!! I have always struggled with frizzy hair that never dried quickly and was weighed down whenever I used any types of oils or leave-in products. My hair stylist recommended this to me and I got a small bottle...
Davines All In One Milk
This is incredible. I just got this but I’m adding it to my list because after literally one use, my skin felt so soft and smooth. After a week, I don’t know why I ever bought any other lotion.
It’s labeled as cocoa butter and it definitely has a w...
Shea Nourish Body Lotion Cocoa Butter
skincare🧴
This stuff is great. I know it says oil cleanser, but my face absolutely never feels oily after I use it. I was worried it would make me break out but that has never been the case for my skin personally. It lathers up so nicely and removes face makeu...
Hydrating Foaming Oil Cleanser
Loooove this lotion. It’s very lightweight but also super moisturizing. No scent either :)
Moisturizing Lotion for Dry to Normal Skin
I have no time to waste scrubbing my eyes to remove my mascara!! This remover perfectly removes my waterproof mascara with minimal rubbing, every time. It does leave a bit of an oily sheen and I like to wash my face immediately after with the face wa...
Makeup Remover
I actually found this at TJ Maxx and I was so excited!! I’ve always wanted to try Paula’s Choice products but it’s a bit out of my price range on my research assistant salary. I do love using this moisturizer at night though, it feels super light yet...
RESIST Intensive Repair Cream with 0.01% Retinol + Peptides
It’s always freezing and the air is kinda dry in the lab, so I love using this every once in a while to revive my skin. I was super lucky to find this at TJ Maxx, otherwise it’s def out of my budget, but I’m so glad I did. It feels so luxurious and l...
Cica Sleeping Mask with Centella Asiatica for Moisture Barrier Support
How CUTE is this little set!!! I bought it a while ago and will absolutely repurchase once my lip mask runs out. I hope they never stop making it because it’s so reasonably priced and so good.
Sooo good especially in the winter when I’m more prone ...
Hunny Pot | Disney Winnie the Pooh Lip Scrub & Mask Set
perfume🕯️
I totally get the hype. This smells incredible. While I’m saving up to buy a full size bottle, I currently have multiple little rollerballs (that I found at TJ Maxx!!) that I’ve stashed in all the bags I use every day :)
Glossier You
This smells sooo good. I first discovered it in a Scentbird subscription, then my fiancé got me a full size bottle for my birthday :)
Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Eau de Parfum
This is THE summertime perfume for me. I have a small bottle of this and it makes me so happy. It’s like when you get home from the beach and you’ve been baking in the sun and you catch a very subtle whiff of leftover sunscreen and sunshine :)
Replica Beach Walk EDT Perfume | Maison Margiela Official