These are my makeup MUST HAVES. My skin can be super sensitive to certain products, so these have worked amazingly. I am always looking for the next best products and these are some that I use on the daily!
This is a list of my favorites-- a good mix of drugstore brands and higher-end brands, but nothing TOO unreasonable. As a student, I appreciate products that wear beautifully but don't hurt my wallet. If you also like a multi-tier mixture of products and brands, this is the list for you! If you are interested in skin care/body care at reasonable prices, check out my other lists.
A curated collection of the ultimate comforting scents, divided into three essential profiles: Warm Vanilla & Gourmands, Clean Skin Mimics, and Earthy Sandalwoods.
I struggled with acne from the time I was 17 until I was 24, yikes! After lots of research and trial / error, I finally got my skin to calm down. I am now focusing on healing my acne scars + brightening my skin — That being said, this is all of my fav affordable skincare as a girly who once broke out if I breathed the wrong way.
When I got sick, one of the terrible side affects was losing SO much hair - including my eyelashes and eyebrows! Oddly enough, my leg hair kept growing - rude! These are some of the products that helped me re-grow my hair, brows AND lashes! I hope they help you!
This list has only items that I have used and still use myself and I am satisfied with! Most of these suggestions are Amazon products as like many of you, I like the convenience of ordering things online and the excitement I experience when I receive a package ready to open. I hope you enjoy my list 🫶
All of my current and favourite scents of all time some are on the pricy side and some are very affordable also will be available in oils which are essentially cheaper which is always a plus for me
Cool toned blushes can be hard to find, but you do have options, whether you're looking for baby pinks, deep mauves, or cool-friendly peach alternatives. I've tried way too many to let my experience go to waste. Let me be your guide to all things blushes!
The products that I cannot live without - as a uni student, I am only willing to spend my money on effective, affordable products, and these are my favourites.
I like to use Sundays for slowing down and loving on myself to start the new week. These are my favorite self-care must haves to help me relax, glow up and reset. This list is giving peace, pampering, and pretty energy.
I pride myself on smelling good, specifically vanilla. These perfumes I have all purchased and have gotten so many compliments on as they last all day.
My favorite skin care items for fresh skin at 40+. If you are like me, and recovered from the St. Ives and Noxema era, you are in the right place! Includes both high end brands and drug store finds. Something for everyone to keep their skin healthy and glowing.
I love Frenshe by Ashley Tisdale! I think this brand is by far one of the best in the beauty and skincare industry, thanks to its simple approach to self-care. These products are some of my picks. I thought I'd share.
If you have sensitive skin you should not use many products,trust me. Cleanser and moisturizer is enough. Only sometimes,when your skin is damage,you should try skin barrier restores and some helping moisturizers and use sunscreen everyday. This is products that is must have for sensitive and dry skin.
These are the skincare products (plus a couple that are basically skincare disguised as makeup) that I keep stocked in my bathroom and return to again and again. If you're looking for a mix of value, mid-range, and splurge-y MVPs that are worth the investment, you've come ot the right list! I've listed all products in the order that I use them, so this is basically a template for a full routine if you need one. :)
All my top blush recs in one spot —Creams for that dewy vibe, powders for a long-lasting pop, and multi-use sticks to keep your routine easy and pretty.🌸
Spring is upon us which means we want to glow like the rest of the world. Also more sunshine means our complexions will be more visible and we want to be dewy, gorgeous and safely bronzed! Here are my fave products from Ulta and why I love them!
I've tested wayyyy too many bronzers over the past decade. This list of liquids and creams are not only fair skin friendly, but, they last all day. You will find everything super easy to blend, build, and control for your desired look. Also, if you want to get your brontour on, you go right ahead! I own and have tested everything in this list. Nothing here is orange or muddy.
The items I always carry around with me just in case. You never know when you will need one of these things, but you will definitely be glad that you have them when you do! Whether it’s dry hands or forgetting deodorant, it’s always best to have
This is my go-to skincare routine after trying a bunch of products! I have combination skin so I do experience oilyness and dryness at the same time. Acne is rare and sparingly appears when my cycle starts. I love affordable skincare too!
Combination skin can be very difficult to manage. Sometimes you’re dry and MOST times you’re oily 😩 these products have helped me so much throughout my skincare journey to make my skin look its best yet!
All my favourite must-have products from Sephora! Here you will find the best beauty products I've tried including skincare, makeup, fragerance and hair essentials🎀
Hair products that don’t damage your hair further and makes your damaged hair feel so much better! I’ve bleached and colored my hair tons and these products work wonders for me!
Dicen que el tiempo no se detiene ,pero tu piel si puede hacerlo
Esta es mi rutina secreta ,para mantener la piel firme ,luminosa y sin arrugas visibles,no son milagros son fórmulas que funcionan,🧴de la crema más famosa de Korea,hasta el suero clásico que usan las celebridades,aquí tienes todo lo que tu piel madura necesita,para brillar sin filtro👌💕la edad es solo un número pero el cuidado diario es la clave para mantener tu piel joven y lozana
Glow Without Irritation: Sensitive Skin Skincare & Makeup My favorite products for skincare and makeup as a sensitive skin girly! I have extremely sensitive skin and a host of topical allergies, so I truly know what works—and what doesn’t. This list is all about keeping your skin calm, clear, and confident while still enjoying a little beauty and glam. Every recommendation is gentle, effective, and thoughtfully chosen so you can glow without irritation. Consider it your go-to guide for sensitive skin–approved essentials that make self-care and makeup worry-free.
For all the girls, like me, that not always is the time for skincare, but sometimes we need to do it well! 😉 I love Korean products so this is my tips. I hope you love it ❤️
Heartless curls are my go-to hairstyle most of the time and these are the products I use to make them last for days, have a lot of volume, and make my hair look healthier than what it actually is.
Dry season is upon us! As the season changes to fall, you may already start noticing your lips are starting to get extremely dry. Follow my tips and tricks to keeping your lips hydrated.
An ongoing list as this is a true love of mine! I have tried hundreds of fragrances trying to find just the right one. I find that essential oils and body sprays are as necessary as the perfection of the right cologne or perfume
My favorite products for dry skin! They mostly fall within an affordable range, and I swear by these! I used to have painful dry skin on my face, constantly dealing with peeling and it was not cute under makeup. These products have helped me improve and maintain healthy and moisturized skin.
as a pale girl, it can be near impossible to find products and shades that compliment my undertones and don't look overly purple or orange. These are my tried and true products for a full face :)
Searching for the ideal method to style and safeguard your hair? Look no further! These are all the products that I use to give my hair some extra love and others I want to try 💇♀️ From nourishing shampoos and conditioners to styling creams and heat protectants; this list has everything you need to keep your hair looking and feeling its best. So why wait? Start exploring and discover the perfect solution for all your styling and protection needs!
Nowadays it costs an arm and a leg to get your nails done professionally. Especially depending on what city you live in. I live in Portland Oregon and a decent set here will run you about $120+. These recommendations will allow you to do them yourself at home!✨💅 time to be boujee on a budget! it’s a great way to treat yourself without needing to take out a loan😉 ❤️ here is a list of my favorite products to use and also things from my own wish list!
These are my go-to, simple beauty tools I use regularly and pack when I travel. Nothing complicated or high-maintenance. Each one earns its place because it is easy to use, practical, and helps me feel put together without extra steps. You can find more of the everyday tools and favorites I use in my Amazon shop at amazon.com/shop/the_design_tourist.
I try to keep a minimal routine, and these are the products that made the cut! Im really picky and have been searching for the perfect routine for ages, so let me know if you have any recs!!
as an oily/combo skin girl, these products bring my skin back to life with radiance and elasticity. These are go to skincare products and I use them in the order, top to bottom, of the comprehensive list.
When going through the trials and errors that come with perfecting curly hair, I looked to the internet to find representation to be able to do my hair in the way I desired. Here are a list of my favorite content creators that not only promote self-love, but teaches you how to handle your hair!
This is going to be a doozy, but its worth it. So I have been able to achieve and maintain my glass skin by using the following products - but i use them in a specific order! If you are wanting to try new things, or take the plunge to follow my routine - buckle up baby! Skin Cycling - I use different products on different nights to make sure that my skin can be exfoliated, treated and protected. AM routine with skin cycling will always be the same - a gentle cleanser, toner, serum, vitamin C, moisturizers, and sunscreen. Night 1 will be treating your skin. I do this using a tretinoin product, but slow and steady is the way to go. You do not want to go heavy with this - you may go through a ‘purge’ or get dry flakey patches, if you rush this step. Your night one care will be a make up removal, oil cleanser, toner, serum, TREATMENT, moisturizer. Night 2 will focus on exfoliation. You will use an exfoliating cleanser - either a chemical exfoliator or a manual one, depending upon where you are in experience. Your order of operations will be: make up remover, exfoliating treatment (if you are ready for it) - either a lactic acid or AHA/BHA peel, oil cleanse, toner, serum, moisturizers. Night 3 will be recovery and protection. You have wiped the slate clean, as it were with treating and exfoliating, now its time to protect your skin barrier. Make up removal, oil cleanse, serum, moisturizers and lastly - diaper cream. Yup, you read that correctly - diaper cream. It is thick, great on delicate skin and the zinc oxide will help form a barrier on your skin to lock all your products in, while helping calm any irritations. Feel free to drop me a line or find me on socials if you start using any of my favorites - I love making new friends who are also into self-care and skin care!
Having Oily skin already makes it hard enough to rely on drugstore products. Here’s some drugstore makeup products that actually work & compare to high end makeup brands!
All you need for nails when you’re doing them at home - secure items that are never going to let you down! 💅💅🏻💅🏼💅🏽💅🏿 These are my favorites that me and my friends would always recommend!
If you are looking for a balance of cheap/ drug-store makeup & high end quality cosmetics these products are for you. Enhance your beauty & boost your confidence.
Want your makeup to last all day? Even waterproof makeup??
Look no further—this is the ultimate list of setting sprays and powders to lock in your look from morning coffee to midnight selfies.
Whether you’ve got oily skin, dry patches, or live in a climate that melts makeup faster than you can apply it, these tried-and-true setting heroes have your back. From blurring powders to dewy mists, this lineup keeps your face fresh, flawless, and firmly in place.
Here’s your go-to guide for setting it—and forgetting it:
Everything beauty, home, and bookish that I'm obsessed with this month. For lovers of coffee shops, bookstores, cafes, and cozy interiors: all my favorite ways to eat delicious things, smell amazing smells, and enjoy life's little luxuries during one of the year's most romantic seasons.
I am a girl who does not like to do my makeup but I like looking like I at least tried to get ready. These products help me achieve that look and I don't take long to look put together. All these products can be applied without a brush and don't require too much makeup experience. My style of makeup is makeup that can be done in the car and/ or does not require a lot of effort.
Glam on a budget? Discover luxe makeup dupes that rival high-end faves like Charlotte Tilbury, Dior, and Tarte – all tried, true, and wallet-friendly! From creamy lipsticks to flawless foundations starting at just $5, get the designer look without the price tag. Elevate your beauty game today! #MakeupDupes #LuxeOnABudget #BeautySteals
Listen. If your bestie’s love language is Sephora hauls and TikTok product reviews, this list will make her scream. These are the holy grail items she wants but wouldn’t buy for herself — and that’s what makes them perfect gifts. Go ahead, be the favorite.
Beauty recommendations that I use every day. I try to keep things affordable and splurge where needed. As a girl who is lazy I find these products to be quick and easy to use. They stack well together or are perfect on their own.
Perfumes, body mists, and scented finds I'm obsessed with. Whether you want something flirty for date night, cozy for everyday, or bougie on a budget — these are the fragrances I actually wear and get compliments on. No duds, just scents that hit.
When I'm digging through my makeup bag, these are the products I'm reaching for. These versatile products can help you feel and look your best, whether you're going to class, the office, or out on the town! Think polished, effortless, and glowy!