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low maintenance beauty (that actually works)
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items Minimal effort. Maximum “you look good??” energy. The things I do before I give up and say "Good enough!"
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magic products that make me pretty
magic products that make me look younger
hair magic – products that make it thicker, stronger & stay put
magic products that do the unspeakable jobs
magic products that keep me smiling
magic products that make me pretty
I don't spend a lot of money on my make up. I stick mostly with Laura Geller and I buy it when it's heavily on sale. I think it's good quality for a woman my age and most importantly it makes me feel good about myself.
This is my one and done kit. I add lipstick and mascara and I'm good to go. It has great neutral that work for anyone and it has great staying power. Laura Geller is the only makeup i buy now. Amazon has great sales on it.
The Best of the Best Baked Full Face Makeup Palette
I love the feel of this on my face. I use it before using Laura Geller's powder foundation but I can use it alone. I feel like this is quality makeup for a reasonable price.
Quench-n-Tint Hydrating Tinted Moisturizer | Weightless Sheer Skin for ...
If I go out wearing only one thing it will be cheap black mascara. No sense paying a fortune when I throw it away every 3 months. Colossal Bubble fit the bill last time I ordered and it has worked wonderfully
Bubble Mascara 2025 Waterproof Long-Lasting
This is my backup mascara. Yes you need a backup. Ive kept it virgin so far so I don't have to throw it away but I'm excited to try it.
Maybelline Falsies Surreal Extensions Mascara
I like these Matte Inks from Mabelline because they stay on a long time. Theyre thick and a little sticky but at least I know their on.They also come in colors that look good on me.
Maybelline Super Stay Matte Ink Lipstick, Dreamer
I only use this when I want some color but it's a nice eyeshadow. Bright and long lasting. Blends well.
Makeup Revolution Reloaded Eyeshadow Palette Spirited Love 15 Shades
Favorite eyeshadow ever.Goes on smoothly with a fingertip. Comes inseveral great color sets. I hope they never stop making this.
Revlon Crème Eyeshadow Palette 710 Not Just Nudes
I'm blonde and my eyebrows are non-existent in places. With this I can naturally fill them in in a way that looks real not over drawn.
LAURA GELLER Sculpt-n-Stay Waterproof Brow Pencil & Gel - Taupe
It looks strange putting on a pink lipstick with streaks of greenish gold but it works. The marbling has a cool effect . I do wish it stayed on a bit longer I have to reapply a lot.
LAURA GELLER Italian Marble Sheer Lipstick - Strawberry Toffee
I like using a primer and this one can be used alone. It comes in 4 shades with bronze being the darkest. Living somewhere that I don't get much sun part of the year I like the warm glow.
LAURA GELLER Spackle Primer Bronze 2oz
Look Awake Again
under eye patches for dark circles, de puffing eye treatment, tired eyes fix
grace & stella Retinol Under Eye Patches - 24 Pairs
My Skin Looks Better When I Use This
Product: hydration for glowing skin, electrolyte drink mix, wellness beauty
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier - Golden Cherry
This Helps Me Look Put Together Fast
Product: Silk Sleep Mask
sleep mask for better rest, anti aging sleep habits, beauty routine
BeeVines 2 Pack 100% Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask
magic products that make me look younger
I'm so bad at skin care. I went to my favorite AI and it recommended only four products for both morning and night and they won't break the bank coming in aroung $45.
This is the one and only simple cleanser I need for morning and night,Value size container about $15
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser for Dry Skin
All these years I've never worn sunscreen Im blonde and fair with freckles. I think its about time I start, This finishes my morning routine. Easy Peasy.
Olay Complete+ Moisturizer SPF 40, Sensitive
This is my night lotion It's a little heavier and you don't use much so this jar will last you a long time.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Dry Skin 19oz
Once or twice a week is all I apply The Ordinary Retinol at bedtime, Could it get easier?
The Ordinary Retinol 1% in Squalane Serum
This is my personal choice for getting rid of raccoon eyes and other eye makeup
Garnier Micellar Water Waterproof Makeup Remover 13.5oz
I am never without Chapstic. I own a basket full. Yes, some go through the wash. I always lick my lips. My lips are always chapped. This is my #1 thing on the island
ChapStick Classic Flavored Lip Balm Tubes, 0.15 Oz, 5x3 Pack
I almost forgot my body lotion. This is inexpensive but it. gives you a glow and a warm light scent.
Vaseline Sunlit Glow Body Gel Oil Vanilla Cocoa
I go to bed looking tired and wake up looking hydrated and expensive. This lip mask is unfair. #lowmaintenanceskincare #messygrowthclub
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask with Vitamin C & Shea Butter
This is Why Everyone Has “Glass Skin”
I didn’t believe the hype until my skin started reflecting light like a mirror. This is the product. #glassskin #skincarefinds
COSRX Snail 96% Essence 2ea & Retinol Cream
Instant Plump Skin in 10 Seconds
If your face looks tired, this brings it back to life immediately. No effort required. #skinhacks #hydratedskin
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Cream 1.7oz + Cleanser
Dark Circles But Make Them Disappear
This is what I use when I look like I haven’t slept since 2007. #undereyes #skincareroutine
The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG Eye Serum
Cheapest Way to Look Alive Again
Ice rolling is the fastest way to depuff your entire face. Game changer. #facialtools #glowup
PLANTIFIQUE Stainless Steel Ice Roller for Face
This Makes My Hair Look Done (It’s Not)
I don’t style my hair… I use this and pretend I did. #hairhack #loweffortbeauty
REVLON One Step Volumizer Plus Hair Dryer
Shiny Hair = Younger Energy
Dry hair ages you faster than anything. This fixes it instantly. #haircaretips #glossyhair
Moroccanoil Treatment Hair Oil
I Switched My Pillowcase and Everything Changed
Less frizz, less breakage, better mornings. It’s that simple. #haircare #beautysleep
Kitsch Satin Pillowcase Zipper Hair & Skin
My Apartment Smells Like Peace Now
Stress shows on your face. This helps bring it down without trying too hard. #calmvibes #selfcare
ASAKUKI 500ML Essential Oil Diffuser with Remote
My Skin Feels Cleaner in 60 Seconds
This upgraded my skincare routine without adding effort. #skincaretips #cleanskin
PRITECH Rechargeable Silicone Facial Brush
This Is My 2-Minute Face Sculpt
I didn’t believe in this until I saw my jawline after. #guasha #facialmassage
BAIMEI IcyMe Jade Roller & Gua Sha Set
The Thing No One Talks About
Fix your posture and you literally look years younger. This helps without thinking about it. #confidence #bodylanguage
Posture Corrector for Women & Men, Small
hair magic – products that make it thicker, stronger & stay put
My hair has been starting to thin. And I've been starting to freak out. Here's a variety of products I use to keep my hair looking its best.
This is my new go to dry shampoo. Those aerosol shampoos are expensive and don't last long. This little bottle definitely outlasts those and you have more control.
Nuva Botanicals Non Aerosol Dry Shampoo
My hair has been thinning for a while now and this shampoo is the first I've used where I've noticed a difference in volume and growth.
Tgideas Organic Rosemary Hair Growth Shampoo
Moerie is a little more expensive if you buy all the products but they work well together and the shampoo is paraben and silicon free.
Moerie Hair Growth Shampoo - Vegan, 8.45oz
Again Moerie is paraben and silicone free. It also helps to reverse hair loss which I have personally noticed.
Moerie Hair Growth Conditioner - Vegan, 8.45oz
Moerie's Hair serum stimulates growth at the root in. the early stages of hair loss in women.
MOERIE Hair Growth Serum for Women 1.69oz
This spray helps restore your scalp health. It is light, not greasy and has a pleasant scent.
Moerie Hair Boost Spray - Natural Serum 5.07oz
This Mega Pack contains a mask not available individually. It's very deep conditioning and nice to use once a week.
Moerie Hair Growth Shampoo, Conditioner & Mask
My hair was literally falling out… this is what made it stop
Mielle Organics Rosemary & Mint Hair Oil 2oz
If your hair is thinning, start with THIS (I wish I knew sooner)”
Advanced Biotin Shampoo with Rosemary Oil - Volumizing for Thinning Hair - 16 Fl Oz
The only oil that actually made my hair grow back
VITAL AFFAIR Rosemary Oil Blend for Hair Growth 6oz
This routine made my hair feel thick again (not greasy, not heavy)
Biotin Shampoo & Conditioner Set w/ Castor Oil
My fine hair finally looks thick… this is the trick
Pantene Sheer Volume Shampoo, 27.7 Fl Oz
My hair doubled in volume without extensions
Hair Growth Shampoo & Conditioner Set with Oils
If your hair feels dead… this brings it back
Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Hair Mask 12oz
This one habit changed my hair more than any product
Hair Growth Serum Roll-On with Rosemary & Oils, 30ml
magic products that do the unspeakable jobs
These are not glamorous. These are not aesthetic. These are the things that quietly keep your life together.
Unfortunately I have a serious eye injury that I've had for some time. It causes double vision so I have to wear one of thse lovelies if I don't want to feel sick.The product itself is great and I appreciate that I'm not just stuck with black.
5PCS Adjustable Soft Eye Patches for Adults & Kids
2nd item I would take to an island. I can't stand ear wax. Every day I clean my ears. I think it's because long hair would get stuck in there if I didn't Now that you know too much about me, stock up on qtips they have lots of uses.
Amazon Basics Cotton Swabs, 500 Count
Let's face it: loofahs can do some overtime doing dirty work. These are cheap to toss and replace when they get gross.
10-Pack Exfoliating Loofah Sponge Pads
I lose a lot of hair every time I shower. This keeps me from having to call the plumber and it's so much nicer to clean the rusty bathtub drain in my apartment.
TubShroom Ultra Stainless Steel Drain Protector
Internal deodorant for your lady parts that work through probiotics
O Positiv URO Vaginal Probiotics pH Balance 60ct
One deodorant I will buy. I like the three pack because I can keep one in the bathroom, one in the bedroom and one in my purse.
Secret Clinical Strength Antiperspirant Women, 3X Stress Protection, 72hr, 1.6oz (3 Pack)
Sometimes more than our arm pits stink. Secret has designed a deodorant for all those parts and it works great. I like this better than the spray but that's an option too.
Secret Women's Deodorant Stick Peach Vanilla 2.4oz
Emergency face fix, no effort
Covers it, heals it, protects my peace
LitBear 480 Pimple Patches 3 Sizes Acne
Not just for feet… (multi-use queens) When your skin decides to betray you
Arme Hydrocolloid 50Pcs Gel Blister Bandages
Buys you 2–3 extra days of life
I did not wash my hair and no one knows
Nuva Botanicals Blonde Dry Shampoo Powder
Peach fuzz = gone, makeup = better
The smoothness is unreal
SPA SCIENCES SIMA Dermaplane Razor 3 Speeds
No explanation needed
We’re adults now
Ear & Nose Hair Trimmer 2026, Waterproof
Hands look instantly more put together
Fake “I take care of myself” energy
Cuccio Naturale Milk & Honey Cuticle Oil 2.3oz
Outfit fixer
Suddenly I look put together again Especially as a cat owner
Lint Rollers for Pet Hair, 5 Large Sticky
Wake up with better lips
Overnight magic honestly
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Lip Sleeping Mask 0.35oz
magic products that keep me smiling
I ignored my teeth longer than I should have… and then I found a few things that actually made a difference. Nothing fancy, nothing overwhelming—just simple upgrades that made my mouth feel cleaner, healthier, and honestly a little more put together....
This is a prescription toothpaste my dentist recommends for all the troubles I have. You are supposed to leave a layer on at night.
Colgate® PreviDent® 5000 ppm Booster Plus (1.1% Sodium Fluoride) ...
I have a dry moth and that's bad for my teeth so a couple times a day I rinse with this. It works better than water.
biotène Oral Rinse Mouthwash Dry Mouth 33.8oz
I also brush with this I know it was big on TicTok but I actually think it help and Ill take that. It's great if you have sensitive teeth.
Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste - Fluoride-Free
I usually squirt myself in the eye when I get started but this thing is great at going where floss wont and it's healthy for sore gums.I need to use mine daily.
Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser WP-660, 10 Settings, 7 Tips
This toothbrush has done well by me. I need to change the head but it doesn't hurt my mouth and it taught me how long I should really be brushing. I like that it has a cord and isnt USB. Im running out of adaptors for those. Buy now while it's 50% of...
Philips Sonicare ExpertClean 7500 HX9690/05
This is a nice lower priced electric toothbrush to start out with when deciding if electric is for you.
AquaSonic Vibe Electric Toothbrush Set - ADA Accepted, Rechargeable, 4 Modes, Travel Case, 8 Brush Heads - Optic White
A step up in the electric toothbrush game that is great for gum care.
Burst Original Sonic Electric Toothbrush Black
High-end smart toothbrush with real-time feedback and advanced cleaning modes.
Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart Electric, Rechargeable ...
Tools just like the dentist uses for a reasonable price.
Professional Dental Oral Hygiene Kit 8 Tools Deep Cleaning Teeth Care Travel Set
I was skeptical… but here we are
Messy, a little weird, but it actually helped lift stains.
Not aesthetic, but it works
Lagunamoon Activated Charcoal Teeth Whitening
The step I didn’t know I needed
My mouth just feels healthier when I use this consistently.
Underrated but important
Listerine Clinical Gum Health Antiseptic 1L
Apparently I grind my teeth now
If you wake up with jaw pain… this might be why. Protect your peace (and your teeth)
Plackers Grind No More Night Guard, 16 Ct
The thing no one told me about
This made my mouth feel cleaner than brushing alone ever did.
Slightly gross, very effective
DenTek Metal Tongue Scraper, Stainless Steel
For when I’m pretending to be consistent
Not perfect, but way better than nothing—and I actually use them.
Progress > perfection
Oral-B Glide Mint Floss Picks, 3 Pack (225)
When your gums need a break
Not everything needs to be aggressive—this is gentle but still effective.
Soft girl era, but for your teeth
EasyHonor Extra Soft Toothbrush for Sensitive Gums, 6 Pack