Curated collection of products I swear by — skincare and makeup that enhances without masking. From foundations to hydrating serums, this board is a mix of everyday staples and new holy grails. Whether you’re building your routine or refreshing your top shelf, these are the tried-and-true essentials worth the hype, especially for women over 40!
I put this list together for my fellow brown-skinned girls who love a demure, polished look without doing the most. These are the products I actually reach for..the ones that give smooth, radiant skin without caking up or breaking the bank.
Everything on here feels soft, intentional, and effortless. Just the everyday staples that enhance your natural beauty and let your melanin shine through, without all the trial and error.
I personally have acne prone skin and I am always looking for products that will give me a nice glow but also not clog my pores/cause breakouts. These products here have been my tried and true
All the best recommendations from the good vibes and henna nurse bubbling in from the intensive creativity unit and the original Bubbleverse universe from Prachi Henna Art 🤠 Howdy all y'all 🫶🏾 Let's get pretty! (Nurse Bubbles)
a girls favorite question. here are my favorite lip products that live in my purse. right now my go-to is rhode peptide in the shade toast and pillow talk lip liner
As I get older, I’m prioritizing my skincare. These are my favorites to use as a woman in my 40s. My esthetician says that my skin has never looked better!
Heyy!! Here is a list of everything I use in my makeup routine- some high end products but, mostly drugstore! *this is what works best on my dry sensitive skin **
Key personality traits:
-Ambitious and hardworking
-Practical and grounded
-Disciplined and responsible
-Loyal and sensitive
-Leaders
-Visionary thinkers
-Direct and honest
When time is of the essence, put on a quick five min face and get on your way! Check out my fav items to accomplish a simple look. Sacheu’s line is the absolute GOAT when it comes to speed, efficiency, and affordability!
As a broke college student, these are all the higher priced makeup products I'd recommend you invest in. They are all amazing quality and and will last a long time.
A collection of my must-have beauty products—tried, tested, and loved after reviewing over 300 this year alone! From glowy skincare to longwear makeup and signature scents, these are my all-time favorites that never miss.
As a black girl, lip glosses and oils are sooo important to me. I have compiled some of my personal favourite lip products as well as some other products I have heard great things about! (Also super affordable)
🌸 Signature Scents: Perfumes to Love 🌸
Discover your next favorite fragrance with this curated collection of captivating perfumes. From floral and flirty to bold and seductive, each scent tells a story and leaves a lasting impression. Perfect for setting the mood, making memories, and expressing your vibe—one spritz at a time.
As someone who has been so goal driven, I had to learn to make self care as a part of my daily to do list. This practice has benefitted me in countless ways courtesy of these skincare, at home spa and personal care products. I hope these selections can give you an assist as well.
High-quality skincare is non-negotiable for me, and these products have never let me down. They keep my skin feeling nourished, balanced, and radiant, no matter the season. I’ve tried so many brands over the years, but I always come back to these because they consistently deliver results I can see and feel.
Best for dry hair and scalp.
My hair is slightly wavy and also natural prone to dryness, especially I have blonde highlights so that makes my hair more dry but these products keep my hair looking healthy and nourished.
My favorite skincare products! These are the items that sit on my nightstand and I reach for daily. A good mix of price points, and even a few dupes for pricier items.
The best makeup products that are actually worth it. This list highlights the mid-range and luxury cosmetic brands essential in ever beauty-lover's routine ⚜️
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Millennials, listen up! This makeup list is for you! I am a 32 year old mom, but I still want to look fresh and young and on trend with makeup. These items are perfect for our 30something faces and give the best glow!
These are makeups that I usually brought every time I go travelling. What's always in my "travel" make-up bag, and what makeup do I usually bring with me.
Here’s a longggg list of the products I use on the daily 💛 All products are gluten free & something I’ve ACTUALLY used before. I hope you find something that could work for you!
Beauty items I use religiously! I am a minimalist when it comes to my beauty routine and I like to keep my products all natural or as close to it as I can get! Enjoy the products I am currently using or have loved in the past!
I love a good lip gloss that keeps my lips moisturized and healthy! Here's a list of my faves that include anti-aging, SPF, plumping, and lots of shine!
All of my favorite recs for makeup, hair, and skin care as a sensitive-acne prone girlie. I've tried so many produdcts but this list does not break me out ever! Most of these I used or wore on my wedding day! So you know I stand by these!!
One thing about me? I love smelling good, and if you’re seeing this I know you do too. Some of my personal faves, a range of different flavors. Thank me later!
Your Glow-Up Starts Here: Skincare Recommendations That Actually Work! This is a curated list of skincare product I use and love. For reference, I'm almost 40yo with combination-very dry skin and pale to olive complexion (olive tone in the Summer, pale in the winter). I'm also very picky with scents and textures of products and have sensitive skin.
Hello! get ready with me for a simple, natural everyday makeup routine perfect for school, work, or casual days. my routine features concealer (no foundation), fluffy brows, and a natural lip! Ideal for anyone wanting a soft, quick routine in under 10 minutes!
This stuff lasts me a while and will not break the bank. My fav products include 1 ingredient at most because im noticing how petroleum pfas, additives, parabens, sls, etc are plaguing us all.
Highlighting skincare gems I’m absolutely loving this month. These cleansers, serums and moisturisers bring a radiant glow before autumn truly sets in.
Protecting our skin from the sun's rays is essential to prevent sunburn, skin cancer and premature aging, here are some of the best sunscreens for dry skin, I hope you find it useful ;)
Items that are in my personal wishlist that I think can my fellow girls would love! Includes makeup, fragrances, haircare, body care, accessories, clothes and more! Most links are from the EU :)♡
As an oily skin girly, I’ve tried product after product that would last throughout the day and keep my skin healthy. These are the current products I use in my makeup routine that leaves my skin feeling smooth and makes my products last all day!
I have two "signature scent" families. I'm either wearing a vanilla or a cherry. Here is my list of favorite cherries!
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I’ve gone through so many skincare products and these are the ones that seem to make a noticeable difference. I have had problems with my skin since middle school, like -severe- acne problems so I’ve gone through a LOT of products. Most of these are pretty affordable as well.
~works for combination skin
This list has recommendations for anything this holiday season from baking with the family to going to your neighbors annual Christmas party! There’s something for any day of the season!
Now that I’m in my late thirties, my skin has entered a whole new era… one where I’m juggling dry patches, oily zones, fine lines and somehow more breakouts than I had as a teenager. Finding products that actually work for my unpredictable skin has taken a lot of trial and error, but these are the ones that stood out - the game-changers I always go back to. I’m also sharing my must-haves for hair, makeup, and full-body self-care - the things I truly don’t want to be without.
If you’re looking for skin care that actually works, check out my list! I’m a licensed esthetician and as a girl who struggled with sensitive, acne prone skin I totally understand how frustrating finding the right skincare is. Feel free to ask me any questions too!
These are some of the best skincare products I've found as someone with dry skin and eczema! Eczema has been something I've lived with since I was a young child, so you best believe I've tried every product you can name, especially home remedies and oils. But these have shown the most impact on my skin and have healed my eczema the most out of everything I've tried.
I highly recommend these skincare and beauty picks if you want that fresh, natural glow. Each item on this list is something I trust to keep skin healthy, radiant, and effortlessly beautiful. Perfect for enhancing your look without overdoing it.
These body care things are not only my favorites, but so gentle on my sensitive skin. I rely on these to keep my body healthy, clean & not drying out on the daily!
I love doing my makeup, but I love even more when it looks effortless. My favorite thing about these products is, that they’re buildable and long lasting.
The makeup products on this list have derived from YEARS of trying testing different products! I would recommend these to everyone! For reference, I am a brunette with big brown eyes, who tends to go for a medium contrast look…if you fall in a similar category these products are definitely for you!
Looking for makeup that you can wear daily, to date night, or during different seasons? This is the stop for you. Check out what I've tried and see if you find the right product for you!
Sharing my ride-or-die skincare products 🤍
I have combination skin with mild rosacea and a bit of sun damage, so these are my absolute holy-grail products! The ones I reach for every day and swear by for keeping my skin happy and glowing ✨🧖♀️
As a new mom sometimes we just want to look nice even if it’s one day out of the week. Just cause your shirt is covered in spit up ( and trust me mine is) doesn’t mean you can glow like the Queen you are
This is a list of my favorite items/stores and things I love getting as gifts. I also threw in a few of my mom’s favorite things. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
I’ve rounded up my ultimate skincare must-haves—these products are total game-changers for a glowing, clear, and hydrated complexion. Whether you're battling breakouts, dryness, or just want that healthy glow, I got you covered. From gentle cleansers to hydrating serums and skin-smoothing exfoliants, these gems are my ride-or-die essentials! 🧴💧✨
Turn your everyday makeup routine into something special with my go-to daily makeup must-haves! These are the tried-and-true products I reach for to create a light, glowy, and natural look that enhances your features without feeling heavy. From skin prep to the perfect mascara, this list is all about effortless beauty, radiant skin, and that “no-makeup makeup” glow. If you love a fresh, easy, and dewy everyday look, these essentials are for you!
Easy, no-stress, thoughtful gift ideas that are either useful or delightful or both! Included are gifts in a range of prices — for stocking stuffers, birthdays, thank-yous, teachers, friends, or a little “thinking of you” moment. These are the kinds of gifts people actually keep, use, and quietly love.
When it comes to fragrances, I am a layering gal. I love light scents that compliment each other, so I can switch it up depending on the occasion and always be a little unique. These are some of my favorite sweet, floral, and clean scents.
Struggling with texture, uneven skin, or stubborn pores? Same here 🙋🏽♀️ but these products have seriously changed the game for me—my skin has never felt better!