Somewhere around age 30, I realized my nighttime routine was a ratty college tee and splashing water on my face — and my skin was paying for it. This is the full overnight lineup I built piece by piece after months of trial, error, and waking up looking like a raisin. If you're the type who collapses into bed without a second thought and wonders why mornings feel rough, start here before another season wrecks your skin.

Spending $30 on mascara that flakes by noon is a special kind of frustrating. If you've cycled through luxury tubes that smudge, clump, or disappear by happy hour, this is the lineup that actually held up. Took me two years and way too many raccoon-eye selfies to narrow it down, so save yourself the trouble.

I'm all about glowing skin without spending a fortune ✨ These are the cleansers, moisturisers, sunscreens, serums and lip care I'd recommend to a friend: gentle on the skin, easy to build into a simple routine and affordable. I've grouped them by step so you can shop your routine from cleanse to protect. Got a skin question? Leave a comment and I'll help you pick!

Fall is my favorite season and I love the shift in makeup trends, colors, and styles! 🎃🦃 This list is dedicated to some of the classics mixed with new discoveries to create stunning looks to go with the darker days of Autumn! ☁️🥮

Don’t get confused these are not things FOR my car but things for me that I like to have on the go.

Who doesn’t love how baby powder smells? I’ve found the perfect routine to smells so soft and powdery ALL DAY LONG!

I love reviewing advent calendars during the holiday season thought I would start early this year and make a list of all the advent calendars for 2025!!!🎄

Products I use everyday that make my life better (I promise). From skincare to school essentials, it's all in here

my skincare products that i LIVE for

I am a makeup LOVER and have spent years doing makeup. As a performer I know my more full coverage makeup but I like a more natural look for my day to day. Something that shows off my freckles and doesn’t feel like I have anything on the skin, I just look a bit more glowy! Check out these recs!

all my favourite products, tools & accessories that i use in my hair!

Products that consistently work well for my combination skin and fine, coily hair.

If my makeup bag got lost at sea I’d purchase all of these in a heartbeat

Get ready with me for classes & simple looks! I love casual makeup looks that highlight your natural beauty while still hiding your imperfections! These items are for all types of budgets for young students like me or those who are trying to save a little💰

My legs looked like they were shedding every time I took off dark pants. I tried drugstore lotions for years and nothing stuck. This is the exact scrub-and-lotion routine I landed on after way too much trial and error, and my skin has never felt this soft. If you're someone who dreads shorts season because of ashy knees and rough elbows, save yourself the months of experimenting.

Best products to help repair your skin barrier. For reference my skin leans dry, dehydrated. My other skin concerns are minimizing pores and redness.

The beauty products I actually use, love, and would recommend to a friend. Expect honest opinions, drugstore gems, splurge-worthy favorites, shade details, smell-good finds, and everything that keeps me feeling put together.

A curated mix of skincare and beauty favorites that help simplify my morning routine—from cleansing and moisturizing to the finishing touches I use every day.

My recommendations for the next Sephora sale! This is a mix of my tried and true favorite products, things I’m picking up and some sets I think sound good!

For months, I was testing amazing skincare products, but they just weren’t working for my skin at that moment. Then I realized something that changed everything: instead of adding more treatments, I needed to focus on repairing and strengthening my skin barrier first. In this list, you’ll find the products I’ve been using lately, including some great budget-friendly options 🤩

If a friend asked me what perfumes to wear in spring, this is exactly what I’d send them. These are scents I actually use and get compliments on!

my fall makeup go-tos that i use EVERY DAY!!!! + dupes! (oily combo skin, hormonal acne)

My daily skincare routine as a busy student who loves skincare 💆🏻‍♀️

A curated safe space for anyone tired of the redness and endless trial-and-error that comes with reactive skin. These brands quiet irritation while repairing my skin. Minimal ingredients and maximum results

Cast spells just by entering the room. You are your own greatest masterpiece. Here you’ll find some of the cosmetics and skincare products that I absolutely adore.

These beauty gems wait for me to make the next move and make the order ✨️

my favorite items that i literally use every day for skin maintenance

Waterproof, life proof liners in all mediums that won't run, smudge or flake

Self care for moms who don’t have time for self care (trust me I get it) These low effort products help with sleep, stress and burnout — and you’ll actually use them

My skin was staging a full protest. Stress breakouts along my jaw, dull patches on my cheeks, and that tired look no amount of sleep could fix. I needed something to focus on that wasn't doom-scrolling, so I rebuilt my skincare routine from scratch. Took me about three months and way too many samples, but this lineup is what stuck. If your skin is acting out and you need a reset that doubles as self-care, start here before another stressful season wrecks your face.

My ride or die makeup products that come with me wherever I go. All of these product are on either their second or third repurchase and after 4 years of trying to find the perfect makeup routine I’ve compiled it all into one list. Hope you find it useful ❤️

It took me forever to realize that I needed to heal my skin barrier before trying to ‘fix’ my breakouts. I was using way too many products loaded with harsh chemicals, and my skin hated it, which only caused more breakouts. Once I switched to simple products with good ingredients and focused on strengthening my skin barrier, I haven’t had a serious breakout since. I used to constantly rotate products, but now that my skin is happy with these, I will not switch!

My all time favorite hair care product over the years. I have listed shampoos and conditioners, damaged hair care products, and hair protection products. Products for all hair types and colors.

A handpicked selection of my favorite health and beauty products—trusted staples in my routine and promising new items I’m looking forward to testing.

Because sometimes my skin just decides to have a meltdown—and needs backup, FAST! From sudden breakouts and angry redness to dry, irritated skin that needs some serious TLC, these are the products I’d reach for when my skin is not cooperating. Think of this as your little skincare emergency kit: reliable, soothing, and ready to save the day when your skin needs extra help. ✨

A list of all the makeup you will need to look stunning going back to school this fall! Especially good list for beginners or those who likes easy and light makeup looks.

I am the proud owner of wayyyyy too many skincare, haircare, makeup, and general beauty products. These are the best of the best! For reference, I've got acne-prone, combination skin (leaning more towards oily); fine, natural wavy (2a/2b) hair; and cool-neutral skin tone.

These are my go to Gel-X items that I use every time I do my nails!

One thing about me, I LOVE a long self-care routine/shower… this routine has gotten me so many compliments and also just made me feel so clean and feminine!

I curated some of my all time favorite lipsticks. I tried to present nudes, everyday shades and bold ones here. List includes high end and drugstore products so everyone can enjoy them. Check out my list

if you’re a self care queen and focused on hydration and glow but also want to keep your self care simple & affordable—this list is for you

Makeup can be Expensive especially if you’re looking for quality. Here are my favorite drugstore products that are high quality and low in cost.

I struggled with strawberry legs throughout my teen years and spent sooo much time figuring out what actually worked for my skin. After trying different products and changing the way I shave, I finally found a routine that keeps my legs looking smooth, even and basically dot-free. 👏🏽✨ Strawberry legs can happen when things like dead skin, oil and buildup collect around the hair follicles, and shaving with a dull razor can make irritation and ingrowns even worse. For me, the biggest difference came from cleansing, exfoliating, shaving properly and moisturizing consistently. Sooo I put everything I use into one list! These are my personal recs for my full shower + shaving routine — from the soaps and exfoliators I use before shaving to my shave essentials and the lotions/body butters I use afterward. 🫧🪒🧴 IMPORTANT: Pleaseee use a fresh, sharp razor!! 😭 I know constantly replacing blades can get expensive, but I noticed such a difference once I stopped trying to stretch dull razors for too long. Obviously everyone's skin is different, so you definitely don't need every single product on this list. These are just the products + steps that have worked for me and helped keep my legs super smooth. 🤎

My everything shower routine, step by step — the body scrubs, shower oil body wash, shave oil, body butters and oils I recommend for soft, smooth, good-smelling skin. Full self-care shower essentials for women who want that head-to-toe glow.

Whether my B3 curls are bouncing or my flat iron is calling the shots, these are the products that keep my hair thriving.

Easy and effortless makeup for a busy lifestyle

my guide to a softer, gentler lifestyle. This list features my favorite comforting scents, luxurious body products and cozy bath essentials for ultimate relaxation!

If you get highlights done, whether 1x a year or every few months, these are NECESSARY products to maintain the integrity of your hair !

All my fav makeup products that actually last, are pigmented, and NOT gonna break the bank

Washes, exfoliates, and moisturizing god sends! 🫧🛁🧼

These are the products I used when money was tight, they’re all under $15 each. Worked so well with my dry-combination skin

Discover my go‑to Korean skincare staples that won’t break the bank, like the Milky‑soft face and body cleanser, the Hydrating Milky Toner, and the SVR [B3] Hydra Essence. Each product feels luxe yet stays under $30, perfect for building a bright, hydrated routine. Save the list or drop a comment if you’ve tried any! 😊

I’m sure you’ve heard of the term but if you haven’t.. this is for the high maintenance girly who has many essentials for bed/ relaxing in the bedroom. ☁️

As I've moved into my 40's, my hair has started to thin more and more. These are products I have been using to help with regrowth, strength, and hair health. Plus, how to tame this mane when I want to wear it with my natural curls. Everything I recommend is something I’ve tried, love, and trust for myself and my family.

My face would turn into a red, stinging mess within minutes of applying most sunscreens. I spent two years and way too much money testing everything from drugstore bottles to fancy formulas. If you have reactive skin that hates heavy, greasy, fragrance-loaded SPF, this is the lineup that finally worked without making me look like a ghost or break out the next morning.

I have had eczema my whole life and I have found some amazing products that don’t dry out skin and are also affordable.

My everyday beauty products that I love and forever will repurchase! I’m a girl that loves her natural no makeup, makeup/clean girl look. Some are affordable and some are more expensive options but all of them have really good quality. I have tried so many products, especially when it comes to hair. It has taken me a long time to curate good recs that I genuinely love.

These are my tried and true skin care products that I am loving! I have combination skin with hyperpigmentation and my skin has thrived with this routine.

This isn’t just a list; it’s a survival kit for looking like you have your life together. From magical creams to questionable serums that may or may not contain unicorn tears, these are the products that keep us glowing, even when we’re running on caffeine and dry shampoo.

These are my top favorite products for my sensitive/combination skin! I also have visible pores so these are the products that work for me

these are my current hyper fixations of the month. i get them very often. i love finding new things i love whether it’s hobbies, foods, makeup, beauty products, everything! and when i do find something i love i become a littleeee bit obsessed.

My Favorite Clean and sustainable skin care products and brands to date. I stick to a super tight budget when it comes to beauty and skin care so most of these are super affordable. You don't need the high end trending brands to get the perfect skin! I buy 95% of my makeup and products from the drugstore! It is super important to me that my skin care is crulety free. I also use the app YUKA to scan my body products to know what I'm putting on and in my body.

Over the years I had tested an insane amount of products before discovering my go-to HOLY GRAIL products. This is a list of my absolute all time fave products which have never let me down! Coming from a sensitive (skin and overall health and also very acne-prone) girlie, I have tested these products over the years and here are the aboslute best of the best in my opinion.

I have been through it over the years working to find the perfect skincare routine for my skin. I’ve battled acne forever and am super prone to sun spots. Hopefully this can help you on your skin journey!

My favorite make up as a hot mess, menopausal, sports mom over 40!

These are the hair products I use, and the notes show my routine order as well! My curly hair felt SO course before I started these and it has totally changed my hair!! Perfect for curly hair. For reference, I have loose curls. Scroll to bottom for skin care routine

Approaching 30 and developing an autoimmune disease my beauty, health, and wellness routines suddenly needed a complete overhaul…after much trial and error, here’s what I use now 💖

Everything I used to create the Blythe Doll Inspired makeup look 😌 : https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNRU5tuom/ Use my YESSTYLE discount code: HEYITSCLAU7

Your skin’s been patiently waiting for you to stop using body lotion as moisturizer. These are the actually good skincare products that require minimal effort but deliver maximum glow. No 12-step routines. No gatekeeping. Just stuff that works—even if you forget to use it half the time.

Sunscreens I've tried, repurchased, and would recommend to anybody who is into sun protection! Broken down by different types and categories of sunscreen!

A handpicked collection of go-to favorites that keep your routine effortless and polished—think reliable complexion staples, seamless blends, and everyday glam that actually fits your life.

My holy-grail skincare, hair care, and makeup products. These are products that I personally use on a regular basis. I have sensitive, combination, acne-prone skin. I have 3c hair - the strands are thin, but there’s a ton of them.

I love long lasting, natural looking makeup. I am always on the lookout for the biggest bang for my buck. These are products that I've purchased over and over again over the years. Check out my favorites!

I made it my mission to have the softest skin possible this year – and these products (along with being consistent) have helped me get the job done. ✨ note: all links are affiliate!

FINE HAIR GIRLIES UNITE! I've struggled with thin, fine hair my whole life. My bestie (who also happens to be a fabulous hair stylist) has helped me with my hair health. These are my favorite products & accessories. Maybe you'll love them too!

These are my beauty recommendations, I have dry skin so maybe these will work for you too! I have some more pricey and some budget friendly options!

I consider my tinted moisturizer make up, so this list is for you if you like minimalist but put together beauty!

A list of the best mini beauty gift sets, They are a great opportunity to try the products before committing to the big size, perfect to travel and make the best gift.

I love a good, clean matte makeup look! Here are my favorites for getting a flawless matte look that lasts all day!

I’ve been doing skincare every day for about 6 years now, and I can confirm that for the past 2, I just can’t live without them anymore… Bubble Skincare products are simply amazing: colorful, with good ingredients, and honestly the price isn’t even that high.

As a girl who spent year’s questioning if my hair was straight and incredibly frizzy,curly and messy,wavy and untamed? These products helped me take and embrace my natural 2a now 2b waves! They will make you want to throw your straightener out the door nd wave goodbye. Say hello to voluminous shiny curls

I use these products DAILY (or every other day depending on the product). My skin tends to be in the normal/dry range and I dislike the feeling of anything too heavy. These products are so hydrating while staying lightweight and comfortable on my skin!

my daily makeup routine as someone who barely wears heavy makeup

You want that dewy, lit-from-within glow but every time you try, you end up looking like you dipped your face in a deep fryer by noon. If you have combo or oily skin and thought the glazed donut look was reserved for dry-skin people, this lineup changed my mind. Took me about two years and way too many returns to figure out which products actually give you that wet-look glow without sliding off your face. Steal the whole routine before you waste another dollar on something that just makes you shiny.

Night out with the girls? These are my GO TO products to ensure the best most glowy look for the night!

Perfume has become one of my favorite ways to express personality, create memories, and set a mood. While I'm open to almost any fragrance if it smells good, I've found myself especially drawn to darker, smokier scents lately. There's something about those warm, woodsy notes that reminds me of autumn and instantly makes me feel cozy, grounded, and safe. For years, By the Fireplace by Maison Margiela Replica has been one of my absolute favorites, but recently I've started exploring more niche fragrance houses and discovering just how many incredible scents are out there. These are the perfumes that have captured my attention, earned a place in my collection, and continue to inspire my ongoing fragrance obsession.

I've been dancing for 10 years now! I've worked my way through quick changes and weird makeup... Here are some recommendations that have SAVED me

The kitchen timer says ten minutes, the bathroom window is cracked, and a spoonful of black soap is sitting on damp skin while the steam does its job. This is the at-home hammam kit built around that moment: beldi soap, a kessa mitt, rhassoul clay, argan oil and a big absorbent wrap for afterward. Everything here is a real-life swap for a spa day, from a $13 mitt set to a splurge-worthy robe.

As a former makeup artist, I’ve tried it all...high-end, drugstore, and everything in between. These $20 or less makeup must-haves are the ones that actually perform and earn a permanent spot in my kit!!

These are some of my most used products both drugstore and high end!

Products that make my skin even and luminous! I've gotten a lot of compliments over the years about how clear my skin is and some friends have asked for recs, so here is my full list of products that I've used over the years.

I am a huge makeup wearer, but I can't always break the bank with higher-end products, so here are all my drugstore must-haves, that are just as good for a fraction of the price.

I enjoy smelling good, and somewhat looking good 😂 and i don't gate keep so here's some of my everyday favs. These items have never done me wrong! 🤞🏽

Body washes, lotions and scrubs plus nail, hand & feet products that i have used and can recommend

My teenager was washing her face twice a day and still breaking out along her jawline and forehead. We tried five different drugstore cleansers before landing on a routine that actually worked. If your kid is frustrated with oily skin and nothing seems to stick, this is the lineup we built together over two months of trial and error.

With countless skincare options out there, it's easy to get overwhelmed. But when it comes to healthy, glowing skin, simplicity often wins. Focusing on a few effective products tailored to your needs can make all the difference - because less truly can be more. The list will not look very “simple” haha but I'll list multiple options and all these products aren't used together! Here's what I use as someone with dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin! I hope it helps you as well! DISCLAIMER: I do also use Tretinoin 0.05%, which I got prescribed by my doctor. I do believe that also contributed to my skin clearing up.

i love love love adding skin barrier healing products into my skincare routine! i think that is super important when it comes to your skin and not many people realise how important and sensitive your skin barrier can be! take care of it wih these products :)

My exact morning + night Mixsoon routine that gives me that glowy, soft, glass-skin look. I use these every day!

Finding the right skincare products can be overwhelming, especially with so many options available. I created this collection to highlight products that are well known for their quality, value, and effectiveness across different skin types. Whether you're looking for a gentle cleanser, a hydrating moisturiser, a brightening serum, or daily sun protection, these are products I'd confidently recommend for building a simple and effective skincare routine in 2026.

Matte, smooth, and glow-controlled — your oily-skin makeup must-haves 🩶

The Summer heat is no joke ! Here’s a few products to help keep the funk away and smell amazing 😍 I have included a few tips for the products I have recommended

if my house was burning down, I am grabbing these products before I get out. these are just the makeup, hair and skin products i can't live without