For my fellow melanated beauty enthusiasts, these have enough buildable pigmentation to show up plus some of my favorite skincare items for dry and melanin rich skin types.
Achieving the perfect look doesn't always require a trip to the salon or hours of elaborate hairstyling. With the right tools and a few simple beauty hacks, you can transform your hair and enhance your natural beauty.💄🎀♥️🎉
I'm 41 y/o with combo/oily skin. These are all foundations that work for me. If I know them to be good for ALL skin types, they are marked as such. Watch my FOUNDATION COLLECTION video here--→ youtu.be/5yH9WMyYs1Y
If your anything like me you will love all of these products! As I have gotten older my pores have increased leaving my skin feeling uneven and clogged. These have dramatically changed my skin! 🤍
“Investing in your makeup as a woman is like investing in stocks, you win some, you lose some.”
Recommendations to really elevate and expand yourself from an nyc girlie who constantly deals with the adversities of living in such a city, investing in your future beauty, and investing in your own makeup talent!
The kind of beauty products and tools the boss girl on the go needs. Suitable for most skin types and tones. Reliable, easy application, budget friendly and things you can throw in your purse worry free. Products that have stood by my side for years that I recommend to many of my own clients, family and friends. Also new loves that performed in such an impressive noteworthy way, they made it into my everyday.
Starting your tretinoin skincare journey but worried about dry/irritated skin? Well, you’re in the right place! I spent countless days researching and preparing myself for this new tretinoin journey. Here’s what I found and has helped me fight off irritation, flakiness, and dryness while training my skin to tolerate tretinoin as a combo skin and acne proned girlie! 🧴✨🫧🧖♀️
Please be cautious and do what’s right for YOUR skin. This is just what works for me and has helped me as I transition to using tretinoin to help heal my hormonal acne.
Do not mix tret with:
Benzoyl peroxide
Salicylic or glycolic acid
Vitamin c
Retinoids
Fragrances
Other steroids
Pls consult with a dermatologist for your specific skin concerns 😊
I don’t wear a lot of makeup, but like to look put together and natural. Here is what is in my makeup bag that I’ve used for years and still really love!!
This is all the skincare products that I use on a daily basis. Good for anyone to use (from sensitive skin to normal). Leave a comment if you have any questions!
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 ❤️
I have used a lot of makeup items, and these items are the ones that I will always go back to. I use these products daily and have perfected my makeup routine. This list has everything you need to make your makeup look bomb.com if you have normal-to-dry skin. Everything is afforadble for us baddies on a budget.
I've always had sensitive skin and I've tried A LOT of products. A lot of the time I find that drugstore products do better for my skin than high end! Here's a list of things that I've tried and repurchased at least once, if not multiple times. Cleansers, serums, creams…you name it
Guess who has acne. ME. For 10 years now I’ve struggled. I’ve bought every acne cream, gel, and pad on the market, even the homemade remedies you cook up in the kitchen. So trust me, I know a thing or 2 and these are the best!
Take it from me- I’ve struggled with dry skin and eczema since I was a baby. I also just had skin cancer removed 6 months ago. I take skin care very seriously. In this list, you will find affordable and effective skin care products!
i’m sharing my top picks for products that help you look and feel your absolute best — from glowing skin and strong hair to clearer complexions and fuller lashes and brows. these are tried-and-true favorites that really make a difference without overcomplicating your routine. whether you’re starting fresh or leveling up your glow-up, these essentials have you covered!!
This is a list of the things I have bought so far at Sephora in 2025. This is a great collection of products for the everyday person who wants and needs a balanced skincare routine.
After years of chasing skincare promises and empty bottles, these products represent the end of your search. Each product has been recommended time and time again, and have thousands of good reviews across the internet. This isn't another "must-try" list—it's the definitive collection that actually delivers on every bold claim you've heard before. When you find skincare this effective, you stop experimenting and start experiencing results.
my tried and trues, i will always both reach for these and re-purchase them!! I’ve struggled with acne, dry skin, oily skin, everything you can imagine; i was even on accutane in college so trust me when i say i’ve tried everything! THESE are all the best things i’ve put on my skin, granted everybody’s skin is different but these are just amazing <3
You know you're doing something right when your dermatologist notices a difference in your skin! Here are some of the items I love and use on the daily or frequently.
These are my go-to cruelty-free makeup products!I use all of this as a ✨woman of a certain age✨ with rosacea and a very pale complexion. All of these products have worked well for me - some of them I've used for years and repurchased several times! ℹ️ This list includes affiliate links.
My favorite products for staying moisturized and never ashy. This is the routine that keeps my skin happy and glistening. This is the glow-up you've been looking for. My secret to hydrated and radiant skin is all in this routine.
i very rarely do my makeup but when i do, i have my routine down to an exact science so i know exactly what I like and the order in which I do it so it comes out perfect everytime
Long, strong, healthy hair starts here! From vitamins to scalp oils, shampoos, and styling tips, this board has everything you need to grow your hair faster and keep it looking amazing.
I'm sure you have seen so many skincare and beauty products on Tiktok. These are the viral glow-up beauty products I have actually tested or vetted hard before adding to this list. No filler, no products I bought once and forgot about. Save this list and shop the categories that match what you actually want to fix, because the fastest glow-up is the one you finish.
Looking for reliable drugstore makeup options? Look no further because maybelline is top tier! Here’s the list of the absolute BEST products from Maybelline that I can’t live without!
after years of fighting with my insomnia, i've found a nighttime routine that works for me and wanted to share it with you too. hopefully it inspires you to create a routine that works for you :)
All the products I use for silky smooth healthy looking skin. Here are all of my self care essentials I use for my everything showers to my daily routine. But, you need to smell delicious to elevate everything about you !! Which is why I’ve included my favourite scents! Remember girls not all things that work have the cutesy packaging we love 😢
Wherever and whenever, I never forget to wear perfume. I like the fresh scent of perfume, and I often try some local perfumes. Here are recommendations for local perfumes that you should try.
The BEST products to maintain nice curls, even though you've bleached your hair!!! Works for all hair types, does not have to be curly hair. They are placed in the same order that i use them in! Of course, if many of the products are the same, I don't use them all. Some are good “dupes” on the bit more expensive ones
My favorite foundations from the days I want a natural makeup look, to the days I want to feel sexy and have a full beat glam. These foundations are worth the hype!💅🏻
When it comes to makeup, skincare, and hair care, I’ve tried a little of everything—and these are the products and routines I keep coming back to. This list highlights my go-to beauty favorites that help me feel confident, glowing, and taken care of. From everyday essentials to a few indulgent must-haves, these picks are all about making beauty simple, effective, and enjoyable.
What you should know when selecting a serum for mature skin(50 and above). You need to target your concerns, like loss of firmness, fine lines, wrinkles, dryness, dullness and uneven tones. Look for serums packed with active ingredients that support collagen production, hydration, and skin renewals.
These are my go-to tanning products to make me brownnn like Beyoncé! All of these are super affordable and last so long. You need these products in your tanning routine ASAP!
Beauty gift ideas for the women in your life. Perfect for any beauty lover. Whether its affordable and/or very expensive, these are the best beauty/makeup gifts ive found. Most of these items will definitely be on my Christmas list this year.
i love doing makeup in my spare time and have taken years to perfect this everyday fun but cute makeup look as shown in the photos on the cover. For me these products help my makeup last all day long never smudging or rubbing off i hope u find this useful for anyone who needs some new makeup and does not know where to start. please message me if you want any further help or tips i am always happy to help 🥰
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 :)
A curated collection of the ultimate comforting scents, divided into three essential profiles: Warm Vanilla & Gourmands, Clean Skin Mimics, and Earthy Sandalwoods.
My personal archive of perfumes that have no business smelling this good. From head-turning showstoppers to soft-skin whispers, these are the fragrances I keep on heavy rotation (and sometimes hide from friends who “just wanna try one spray”). Each scent in this collection is a mood, a memory, a moment – whether it's date-night drama, airport elegance, or that clean-girl energy that somehow still smells expensive. Expect everything from bold amber bombs and creamy florals to fresh, milky dreamscapes straight out of a K-beauty fantasy.
What I use daily for sensitive/normal to dry skin to help keep it clean, glowy and hydrated! I have it listed in the order I’d complete in my routine, if that’s helpful :)
The Sephora Spring sale is here! These are things I would pick up if I was participating.
Use code: SPRINGSALE
Dates:
•Rouge (20%): April 10-April 20
•VIB (15%): April 14-April 20
•Insider (10%): April 14-April 20
•Sephora Collection (30%): April 10-April 20 (Open to every tier)
Alongside my affordable skincare list we have "affordable makeup". Take pride in how you look and feel better about yourself even if you cant afford the high end brands that everybody else uses!
These are all the skincare products I actually use and love for my dry to normal, sensitive skin from gentle cleansers and nourishing serums to moisturizers, dermaplaning tools, and shaving essentials. Everything here keeps my skin healthy, smooth, and glowing. I’ll keep updating the list as I discover new favorites!
We all want that perfect glow that literally just makes you light up any room or space you walk into. This list is full of everything you can think of that I personally have used to create that perfect all over glow from head to toe on both myself and my clients!
Blush is an important step in makeup as it can give a natural look or a very dramatic look, these are some of my top blushes that work really well with different looks.
As a makeup lover since literally ever, I’ve tried hundreds of products over the years. I’ve created a list of all my current top products and I update it regularly. If you’re ever curious what products I’m using on social media, just check here. :)
MY PERSONAL FAVORITE QUICK & EASY FINDS
If you’re anything like me, you want to look put together… without spending forever getting ready 😅
These are my go-to recommendations for making life easier: ✨ quick routines
✨ simple everyday products
✨ things that actually save time (and sanity)
Because I’m not here to spend hours getting ready—I’m here to get out the door fast and still feel good doing it.
I wanted to share with you and recommend a few products that I love, these suits dry lengths and hair that needs nourishment. I'm going to include detox and oily scalp shampoos as well. 🩷💆🏼♀️Note: not every product works for you and your hair type but you can always try it out and see.
These are beauty products that I personally use and love! I definitely recommend you give them a try. I added a couple of tips in the notes, you will want to check them out.
I honestly don’t use all of these items on the daily. I included all of my favorite items for an “all out” makeup routine. I have tried most of the viral makeup items, but these are the ones that have really stuck out to me. I have dry and sensitive skin, but I am unfortunately on medication that makes my face sweat, so finding makeup that lasts all day is super tricky. These are the ones that have worked the best for me❤️
I curated my favorite face masks that I have used over the years as my weekly routine to keep my skin feeling soft and hydrated. I hope you enjoy my list and find one that is suitable for your skin.
💫 Think your skincare routine is complete? Think again. These are the ride-or-die, can’t-live-without, glow-up essentials that actually deliver. Whether you’re a skincare minimalist or a full-step ritualist, this list spills the tea on the must-haves your face has been craving. Clearer, brighter, smoother skin? Start right here.