Nothing is better than feeling like your best self. Self care is extremely important for not only the body but also your mind and soul. When you look good you feel good. I have curated an entire list of all beauty products that I stand by 100%. These are products that I buy religously. Feel free to recommend any new products that you live by! 🫶🏽

Hi loves! I put together this list of the things I loved most in January 2024. A little bit of everything from lifestyle to skincare to books. Have fun diving into what I loved the most this month and why. Leave me a comment if you have a questions about any of these suggestions. ~xx UPDATE October 2025: Removing any items with broken links

As a natural hair care type 4 curly girl, I have had my fair share of failed hair care products so here I am listing products I have tried and my hair loved! So hopefully I can save you the disappointment I had in the past with certain products :)

Beauty Products are expensive and not all that Glitters is Gold! So let me help recommend products that are tried and true IMO 👍

Looking for the perfect beauty gift for the teen in your life? This curated list is full of fun, trendy, and teen-approved beauty picks — from skincare must-haves and lip gloss sets to gentle makeup and cute accessories. Whether it’s for a birthday, holiday, or just because, these products are safe for young skin, affordable, and totally Instagram-worthy

Some of my skincare favorites!! Mainly purchased at Target, Walmart or Ulta!

Sharing my go-to skincare products that keep my skin glowing and healthy. Can't wait to hear your favorites too!

My all time go to makeup routine that’s simple, quick and gives the “no makeup” vibe! If you’re in a rush these are the products to use!

Skincare that makes me feel special

My routine is pretty simple, but here are some of my staples. I’ve been using these items for years, so they are tried and true. They’re sure to have you feeling like your best self.

As a makeup obsessed girly, I have tried many different brands and products. Here are some of my top recommendations if you have dry skin like me!

these products leave your skin shiny and tan, giving your skin a more radiant and glowy look for any season!!

Achieve your best hair day every day with my curated collection of favorite hair products and tools! From nourishing treatments to styling essentials, these are the go-to products I trust to keep my hair looking and feeling its best. Whether you’re looking for volume, shine, or frizz-free perfection, these must-have items will help you create a healthy, beautiful mane. Explore my top picks and get ready to love your hair like never before!

My everyday favourites that I use and love and are good for the low maintenance mom.

As a 40-year-old mom, I don't always feel like my best self. Some days, I want the simplest, cheapest, watered-down self-care routine possible. These products are my tried-and-true, go-to items every day!

A curated edit of must-have beauty products for women over 40 who want glowing, youthful skin and effortless everyday glam. This list features tried-and-true favorites that flatter mature skin. Find anti-aging skincare essentials that restore elasticity, reduce fine lines, and brighten dullness, along with makeup staples that enhance your natural beauty without settling into creases. Perfect for anyone building a low-maintenance but high-impact routine.

Soft pink or bold red—why not both? These lip and blush picks give the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.

Fly glam, not bulky. 💋 These TSA-approved makeup minis are carry-on ready and travel-tested. From mini primers and setting sprays to lip products, this list is packed with space-saving beauty staples that keep you glowing in the air and on arrival. All items are under 3 oz and perfect for your travel beauty bag.

I love make up, but I love finding the best drugstore buys! Will splurge only if the product is a must have and can't be duped! 😜

A list of my favorite beauty products that you'll find at the drugstore or local grocery store at an affordable price.

If you have dry, sensitive skin like mine. These products are perfect for you🤍

Curated for the perfect natural + long lasting tan💁🏼‍♀️

Wash, rinse, shave, scrub, condition, lather, and on and on and on. These are the items that will be worth your precious shower time.

The products everyone needs to try at least once in their life. 🌸💘 I love the moment when I put on my music and start doing my makeup. These are all the products I’ve used and still use. I absolutely love them all — so what better than sharing them with the world!

My credentials are that I've struggled with persistent acne since middle school that I tried everything to fix. Thankfully my most recent hyper-fixation has become Korean skincare. I've never had clear, bright skin until this month when I switched to almost all Krorean skincare. These are the products that have saved my skin.

My favorite Amazon purchases as a college girl.

Essential makeup in a routine for highly sensitive, acne prone, combination skin with texture, hyperpigmentation, dry skin and acne scarring.

I’m not necessarily a girl who likes to sit in front of the vanity for hours perfecting my makeup—i’ve got things to do!! However, I still like to look good while doing it :p These are some of my favorite products that make looking good and feeling good come easy! (Plus, they lend themselves nicely to the glowy clean girl look that everyone loves)

The best looking skin starts with the best skincare. I’ve suffered from hormonal acne and I have thankfully found remedies to help with that!

Because glowing skin never goes out of style! ✨ This list is packed with my favorite beauty & skincare picks that actually work. From hydrating must-haves to glow-boosting serums and self-care treats, I’ve rounded up the products that make me (and thousands of other beauty lovers) feel radiant every single day. Whether you’re a skincare newbie or a total product junkie, this list will help you unlock your best glow yet 💕

These are the makeup products I actually reach for every day. Think glowy, wearable glam that still feels effortless. Perfect for my fellow soft glam girlies who love a natural beat with just the right touch of luxe. From skin prep to setting spray, these are tried, true, and so worth it.

Some of my favorite skincare products at both high and low price points!

I'm always stocked up with these, I need them for my everyday work :)

Products used either daily or weekly which are my absolute go to's! Great for add ons to your skincare routine and things I've found which are great for my sensitive skin which is prone to eczema and dermatitis.

Sparkly, glitter impactful shadows without the plastic at all price points ✨

Budget-friendly skincare and treatments💸 Tested and proven to support healthy, radiant skin every day! Whether it’s acne, discoloration, or texture, these products are here to save the day🤍

I live in a Nordic country and my god does the winter get cold 🥶 affecting my skin leaving it needing completely different care than the rest of the year ❄️ this list is exactly for that as well as for the girlies with a tendency to dry skin ✨ enjoy!

These products helped me build confidence, and keep me feeling and smelling good! I recommend these since I have these myself. Give them a try you won't disappointed!

My favorite hair products and some truly saved my dance competition hair as an ex-competitive dancer!

Im a (super) sensitive skin girl, and Im always trying to find the best choices. I´ve tried a lot of different cleansers, no matter the shape or the size, but these are the best ones for me. My skin actually HATES cleansers, but I like to test myself and try some of this, none of them broke me out, and trust me, my skin is so skeptical when it comes to a cleanser.

From tweens to teens to your makeup loving mom, these are going to be the cutest and hottest stocking stuffer ideas for any girly in your life for this holiday season! Fuzzy socks, hair clips, makeup…all the things that I would imagine us girls wanting for a sleepover or girls night. Great gifts and I tried to keep the pricing to all of these at $20 or under for stocking stuffers. All of these products were available at the time that I added them to this list and are from reputable brands/websites. Recommendations may include affiliate links. If a purchase is made after clicking these links, a commission may be received at no additional cost. Only products and services that are genuinely believed in are recommended.

Curating my must haves when it comes to taking care of your skin!

I love to smell good, feel good, and look good. Here's the products that always do the trick for me. No gate keeping for my Benable peeps! I have listed the fancy must have cult classics to fun budget friendly finds - some of them may even surprise you 💋💋💋

When it comes to lip products, I'm all in!! I've been obsessed with lipsticks and lip glosses since I was little. One day I know I will have my own lips product line but for now okay with trying different ones out and leaving my honest opinion.

My favourite expensive makeup that I use my gift cards on, great for long lasting makeup when you’re able to splurge

for the ones that want natural beauty with a touch of elegance

If you're wanting to get into beauty, but have no clue where to start, or no time to put into figuring it all out, you've come to the right place. This is a list of my favorite beauty supplies for the woman on-the-go, meant to save you time and have you feeling your best with minimal effort.

If you love gourmand, vanilla, spicy scents… I’m your girl! Think Oud, tobacco, pepper, patchouli, tonka bean, amber, leather. All alluring and CAPTIVATING!

I can openly admit that I am addicted to buying lip balm/products. I’ve tried more formulas than I can count, and I’m super picky about texture, scent, and how it actually feels on the lips. These are the ones that have passed my (fairly high) standards!

These are my current makeup faves! These are the products I use every single day and have repurchased (probably more than once). Some drugstore items and some higher end things - my make up routine is all about balance!

From hair and teeth, to skin…

After years of going through my curly hair journey, through ups and downs, these are the products I recommend most! Hope you find it helpful. For reference I have 2c-3a hair

Hi there! Welcome to April’s Edition of Empties & Product Reviews! These are all the products I used up in April 2025 and my review of them! These are all my personal and brutally honest reviews of products and is in no way sponsored or influenced! Just wanting to share my personal experience with these products to hopefully help you find something that works great for you in your routine! I can't wait to hear your thoughts on these products! Please feel free to leave feedback or ask any questions! Happy Shopping!!! *Everything with a ✅ is something I’ll repurchase, everything with a ❌ is something I will NOT repurchase!*

Simple, proven, effective, and affordable skincare products. Most are under $20. My dermatologist advised me to discard all my products and return to basics several years ago, and my skin has never looked better! Nobody believes me when I tell them my age. Hopefully, you can also benefit!

After years of searching and countless tubes, here are my ultimate ride-or-die lipsticks! These are the formulas I truly swear by for all-day comfort and pigment.

A thoughtfully curated board focused on self-care tips, ideas, and essentials for moms of kids, babies, and toddlers. Find inspiration for simple routines, quick relaxation techniques, and practical tools to help you recharge and navigate the joys and challenges of motherhood. Whether it’s a moment of peace during nap time or creative ways to prioritize yourself amidst a busy day, this board offers meaningful strategies to support your well-being and balance.

These are all products I have actually used and personally find to be worth every penny as someone with oily/Sensitive skin and 2B fine wavy hair.

My favourite skin care + makeup recommendations as someone who has dry and sensitive skin and opts for a very natural look.

My go to makeup routine, curly hair products, and skin care routine! Truly products I use everyday

Everything I’ve tried and loveee to style my curls, protect my hair, and get the best blowout possible!

As a curly-hair girlie, there are a few items that I cannot be without! Curly hair ain't easy, but it's way more manageable with the right tools!

Sharing my go-to skincare lineup: effective, affordable, and tried-and-true!

Let's dive into skincare together! I've put together a list of my go-to skincare products that have made a real difference in my routine now that I'm in my fourties. These are the items I rely on for a glowing, healthy complexion. From calming serums to refreshing masks, these favorites have become my skincare saviors. Come along and find out which products might just become your new best friends!

Everything I use to prep, build, shape, and seal long-lasting builder gel nails at home. These are my must-have tools for strong, clean, salon-quality manicures that don’t lift 💖

Non-toxic daily care products that won’t wreck your hormones 👏🏼

My favorite tried & true products! Being a performer means I need quality and long lasting products that keep up with my hectic day to day life

these are my all of my favorite makeup products, i'll make other lists to go more into depth! i don't use all of these products at once. i tend to switch around a lot, and use different products each day! :)

Sun, chlorine, bugs—aka the little annoyances that try to mess with a good summer (or a warm-weather escape). Whether you’re poolside at home or chasing sunshine somewhere else, a few easy essentials can help keep the vibe right. These picks support sun-soaked hair and skin, body, and mood—before and after the fun.

These are my tried and true products for skincare! I have combo skin; I’m oily in the summer and dry in the winters. I also have rosacea so these products help eliminate the redness of my cheeks as well as help with breakouts!

My go-to products and tools for an easy at-home glow up — little upgrades that make you feel pampered, polished, and ready to take on anything!

My reliable go-to's, with a variety of my splurge favorites, and my my every day choices. I've used all of these products and feel like I've found a routine that works really well for my skin. My partner and I are both passionate about skincare and explore a lot of it together, always seeking new products that work well and improve our skin health. All of these have hit the mark.

I have a large perfume collection, the ones in this list are my favourites that I love wearing and many of them get me lots of compliments. Many fruity and floral scents. I have a perfume subscription so many recommendations coming!

Beauty on a Budget: my holy grails (drug store and beauty store edition)

I’ve been dealing with frizzy hair for as long I can remember. I’ve tried countless of hair products to get that silky smooth and shiny hair, wasted money on useless products for no result. Now I have created the ultimate guide to get rid of frizzy hair and give your hair that silky smooth and shiny look! I made a list of all my holy grail hair care down below so you don’t have to worry about spending money on useless products! Hope this helps!💕

The greatest compliment in your 50’s is when people think I look younger than I am. I must be doing something right! I’m not hugely into makeup and massive routines but these are what work for me. Until the next hormonal change right?!

Her Soft Season is a curated collection of body care favorites for the woman in her gentle era — where everything feels soft, smells divine, and self-care is sacred. From whipped scrubs to dreamy body mists, these are the scents and textures that make slowing down feel luxurious.

These are makeup and skincare products that make your skin look fresh and smooth, making your skin glow instead of looking dry or flaky.

Struggling with acne, scarring, or sensitive skin? These are the holy grails I use daily to keep my skin clear, calm, and hydrated, without compromising on comfort or glow.

Are you Spoiled Rotten? Know someone you’d like to spoil rotten? This is my foolproof guide to catching and keeping a wife-worthy Princess. Or at least, its what worked for me

If you hate useless White Elephant gifts, this one’s for you. I put together the actually good, practical, and totally steal-worthy gifts people fight over every single year. These are the things everyone ends up wanting…the ‘wait I kind of need that’ gifts that somehow win the whole exchange.

I've learned to get salon quality haircare at home and go less! Haircuts are expensive! I get less frequent haircuts and my hair has never been healthier since using all of these in my haircare routine! I wanted to share my favorite products that I've used for years!

Skin and beauty must haves. I have curated a list of products that gets the job done when it comes to keeping your skin looking vibrant and moisturized.

I think that minis are must have for bags or travel. Here you can find some amazing products from Sephora, I hope you enjoy in my recommendations🥰

Finding the perfect gift for a teen girl can be tricky — you want something trendy, fun, and thoughtful all at once! This list is packed with the most wanted Christmas gifts for teen girls in 2025 — from cozy essentials and beauty must-haves to tech gadgets, accessories, and aesthetic room décor she’ll actually love. Whether you’re shopping for your daughter, niece, or best friend, these picks are teen-approved and guaranteed to bring that Christmas morning excitement. Think cute, current, and totally her. 💕

Things I wear & use DAILY for work as a dental hygienist

Products and tools that give me the hair of my dreams!

Licensed hairstylist here! If your hair is over processed or breaking, please utilize these products to strengthen your strands. I promise it won't take long to notice a difference! This list contains affiliate links, but it will not affect your prices or purchases at all.

My curated fragrance wardrobe: light, pretty, mood-boosting scents for every season, outfit, and vibe. These are the perfumes I actually wear — and people notice.

With so many options to choose from, here are some of my must haves and most re-purchased products for every shower routine

I’m a lash tech of 3 years, here are products I’ve tested throughout the years! Let me know what you think🥰

Beginner friendly guide to makeup products that are loved and easy to use, with application instructions! As someone in the process of learning makeup, these are the products that I found easiest to use at the beginning of my makeup journey.

From “barely there” to “full glam” days, I have a few favorites for every look and price range !

Skin is the body’s largest organ, but we rarely give it the care it deserves. After diving into skincare YouTube nearly a decade ago, I became hooked on building my routine. Here are my holy grail products from over the years!✨ *DISCLAIMER: I’m not a skincare professional. These are just my personal favorites. Always patch test and consult a dermatologist if needed.*

I struggled with acne my whole life and even went on accutane in 2012. I still get breakouts but know how to maintain my skin better now than ever before, especially being an aesthetician.

My skin tends to get dry in the winter, and oily in the summer. It truly became a hastle finding new products every season change: These products provide me with a perfect balance all year round. Everything on this list leaves my skin absolutely glowing no matter how dry, or humid it is outside

Skincare products & makeup products I use & recommend

Listen I’m not great at makeup or hair so if I’m recommending something it’s because it’s simple, easy and does the job I need it to do with very little fuss!

These are all the products I love and buy again and again!

I may be 32 but no one thinks so 😉 I can't honestly say the things on this list are the reason for that but since I've been taking better care of my skin they certainly haven't hurt.

These are my top makeup recommendations for that natural “glow from within” look that will give you so many compliments!!

I dream every night that I wake up with curly hair, but I never do…. So here are my very not complicated steps to get my hair straight. I also included what I use to do my hair like a blowout-esque look, a slick back, or just other accesories.

A dependable concealer (and color corrector) does NOT need to be expensive. I've gone through my entire collection to bring you my favorites. These formulas have super creamy, buildable full coverage that lasts all day. I like all of them with a brush or a sponge unless otherwise noted. To round out the list I also have color correcting concealers. For the most part these are natural coverage with a few that are more healthy and radiant, and the shade ranges are pretty good.