Check out my ultimate makeup recommendations that are guaranteed to slay your routine! I've included skin prep AND makeup to help you achieve the perfect glam! #Makeup #beauty
I’m a huge fan of gourmand fragrances. I love addictive, delectable, practically edible scents. Here’s a selection of gourmands that I’ve tried and loved. Affiliate links. I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.
With fall on your doorstep its the perfect time for a dowtntown girl makeup look, whether its for school or to buy coffee the makeup just adds to the vibe. These are my steps for a downtown girl makeup look OR just a softer glam look. I always go for a more downtown girl look so I spent a while perfecting it. I'm not a professional makeup artist so these are all pretty simple and easy to use, great for beginners or if you are tired in the mornings like me!
my favorite skincare products for healing skin and getting glass-like texture because it is achievable (former sephora employee, tested these on myself)
As a young adult who wears makeup every day, these are some of my all time faves! I typically shop big brands, but some of these are unique to my routine! I have tried SO many different products and these are the ones that work the absolute best! No streaks or bare patches here!
I have tan and olive skin so finding the right mix of makeup products is tough but I finally locked it down. Full face prep to setting sprays, this list will cover your full face make-up basics.
As a girl within acne prone skin, I’ve found that skin tints are much lighter and blend much better on my skin, leaving me with a more natural makeup look. If you’re a fan of dewy makeup/natural looking makeup or are prone to acne caused by heavy, cakey makeup, you’ve come to the right place!
(For Dry, Oily & Dull Skin – My Honest Ranking) ✨ I tried all of these sunscreens so you don’t have to! My skin is dry in some areas, oily on others, and often looks dull without skincare. Here's my personal ranking based on: 🎀Glow effect ✨ 🎀Comfort (no greasy or tight feeling) 🎀No white cast 🎀Lightweight finish
products that are not necessarily aesthetic BUT that make YOUR skin aesthetic!!! these are actually all part of my skincare routine. these are products that actually DO something. my goal is to have a simple but effective and also affordable routine.
Looking for cleaner beauty without sacrificing performance? This list rounds up my favorite low-tox makeup picks from Sephora—think gorgeous pigments, skin-loving ingredients, and formulas that keep harsh chemicals out of your routine. Pretty, polished, and peace of mind approved.
✨Luxury in the little things. Explore self-care essentials made to elevate your everyday—think calming rituals, glow-up tools, and cozy comfort items that wrap you in peace. For the woman who gives her all and chooses to refill her cup with softness, style, and soul.
My go-to makeup products for sensitive skin that keep my routine simple, clean, and effective. They’re gentle, high-quality, and give me that polished, glowy look without irritation. Perfect for enhancing your natural beauty while keeping your skin happy 🥰
We don’t gatekeep Skincare products!!!!
Here’s some of my recs and honest reviews on some of the best products in the game rn
Mostly Korean skin care
Over 40-anti aging
Handpicked skincare must-haves to keep your skin fresh and radiant. These products are all my all time favorites and I use it as of the moment.🤩🥳 So, glow with me using these products recommendations of mine 😍😘😘
I’m all about that natural, “put-together but not trying too hard” kind of look. These are my go-to products for feeling fresh, glowy, and confident, even on the mornings I’m running out the door with coffee in one hand and my kid in the other.
Over the years I have created a manicure routine that not only allows your nail polish to last for 7 days, but makes it look professionally applied. These are all of the tools that I use to get the job done. Of course, proper care and maintenance is needed during the week to get the most out of your manicure.
Makeup products I believe everyone should have in their kit. No matter if you are a beginner or an expert, these products are my #1 picks for a flawless look EVERY single time!
On this list I will be showing how to cover any acne scars with makeup! Unfortunately, someone who has acne will suffer from scars and I was one of them. I was very conscious about my acne scars before 😢 and used to put a lot of products on it for nothing as it was barely getting hidden. I have started doing the following steps and it has worked wonders so far 😍
With skincare, less is often more — but only if you’re using the right essentials. This list gathers tried-and-true basics like gentle cleansers, effective moisturizers, sunscreens, and serums that deliver real results without the hype. No complicated 10-step routines here — just simple, science-backed products that actually work to keep your skin healthy, balanced, and glowing.
my tried and true favorite lippies (mostly k-beauty)! the ultimate guide for game-changing lip tints, glosses, balms, and more. i've tried so many formulas, viral products, and hidden gems, and i hope this helps you find your new favorite! feel free to use my code 𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗛𝗔𝟮𝟬 to save on any purchase ♡
The trend right now is giving burr baskets. This list is perfect for a friend, family member, or anyone around. I have made this super easy by helping you know how many of each item you should get for the perfect basket (in parentheses.) I have also made a lot of this from target so you can just have one big easy order.
I'm a 29 year old mom with 5 boys, and over the years I've learned how to simplify things more and more, including my beauty and hygiene products.
I'm not the type of person that likes my bathroom or home full of 20 different products of face wash. I choose one brand of a product and stick with it if it works for me.
If something didn't work, I would often donate or give to a friend or family member who wants to try it.
These products that I'm sharing are what work amazingly for myself, and some are actually quite inexpensive which is a plus. You don't always have to spend a lot of money to have good products. But also, sometimes spending a lot of money upfront does save you in the long run and you'll find those kind of products under the products that I use for shaving.
Hope you enjoy my recommendations as someone who lives a simplified life without cutting corners.
My go-to hair products that I purchase on repeat and recommend to my closest friends! For reference - I have naturally very fine & thin hair that is highlighted quarterly.
As someone who has a sensitive nose, many fragrances bother me, causing watery eyes, sneezing and headaches. But I love the sensorial and emotional effects that scents can have. So I've been on a quest to find home and body fragrances that I can enjoy without causing a reaction. In this list, I'm sharing my favourite finds for home fragrances and perfumes that are safe for sensitive noses like mine. I hope you find something you love that works for you as well! Affiliate links. I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.
So after my Skin analysis at Olive Young they told me I have dry skin (more specifically too sensitive skin and too much keratin on my face) so use these products if you fit this description 💗 Disclaimer: I have not used all of them myself yet I just go them recommended! The one with the stars are the ones she mentioned that have ingredients she recommended like (CALMING: Panthenol, Hyaluronic Acid) & (PORE: Bakuchiol)
I’m a pretty low-maintenance gal—leggings are my go-to, and my hair is either down and straight or up in a ponytail. As a stay-at-home mom of two, simplicity is key! Here are my favorite essentials for getting ready with ease.
All my favorite makeup, skincare, and beauty must-haves in one place. These are the products I actually use, love, and keep coming back to—no gatekeeping here!
I've never been big into skincare and haircare until I reached my 20s. Now I love it, but I try not to break the bank when doing so! A lot of good products come without the high price tag!!! It's just about reading ingredients and seeing what works for your skin and hair!
Scent layering is the key to smelling amazing and smelling amazing all day long! I have been testing these products and I guarantee you will absolutely love them and the scents they have! I will continue to add to this list as I try new products!
Day to day, I'm a no fuss, simple gal that likes quick and easy routines that still make me feel good in my aging skin. These are a few of my favorite products that I can't live without!
I have eczema and used to struggle with acne, so I rely a lot on these products to be kind on my sensitive skin. Additionally, I get breakouts from an autoimmune condition. It's really important that I moisturize and exfoliate my face a lot. These are all items I've tried myself or sampled in the store. Hope you enjoy!
Affordable and easy to use makeup for anyone like me who doesn't invest too much time or money into their everyday makeup routine but still likes to look and feel their best!
After years of jet-setting, I’ve perfected my travel beauty routine with these must-have products. They’re compact, reliable, and keep me glowing—even after long flights! No more overpacking or spills—just the essentials that actually work.
the products behind every it girl’s effortlessly luminous, lit-from-within glow. i’ve curated this after 8 years of trial and error by a sensitive + combo skin girly who has finally cracked the code. these are the holy grails that cleared my skin and earned me the most compliments <3
Hi there! Welcome to September's Edition of Empties & Product Reviews! I finished a whopping 32 products this month!! The most I've ever finished in one month. These are all the products I used up in September 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!*
You don't need to spend a fortune to enjoy K-Trends. From viral 'NewJeans' style bag charms to #1 lip tints, I found the cutest and most practical Korean items under $20. Perfect for gifts or treating yourself!
I've been a vivid hair color hobbyist for over 10+ years and have tried it all! I frequently get complimented on how soft and smooth my hair is, even though it's been colored bright red for years. The products recommended here are a curated collection of what really works for porous colored. I've hand picked my personal favorites that leave my hair silky and my color bright!
As a natural hair girly, it can be hard to find hair products that work for me. Here are items that I use to care for my natural 4B-4C hair, focused on moisture retention. Of all the products I try, I think these have remained a staple in some way. Keeping it simple is my way of maintaining healthy hair, but I like to try new things so I try to balance. I will continue to update this list as I find more faves, but enjoy for now!
With four daughters and four different hair textures from curly to coarse, I've tried so many hair care products. Here are some affordable tried and true products from my wash day routine for my coily curly hair girlies.
These are some of my daily makeup products/ skin care that i use,, some of them i’ve used for years and have never let me down!! i am a ✨sensitive skin✨ girl to the max and prone to breakouts and these products have never given me any problems.
I started my healthy hair journey in 2022 after years of heat and color damage, to the point of breakage with every brush. Here are the products that saved my hair and gave me my confidence back!
I am a skincare and makeup girly. I can do a 5 minute look or a full glam out of these products. I love the option for either. I usually land somewhere right in the middle.
My go-to makeup picks for easy, beautiful looks — whether it’s everyday wear or full glam. These products make getting ready simple, fun, and flawless 💄✨
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.
I’m 31 so skincare is incredibly important to me! Listing my must haves and every day products I use to help keep my skin healthy, hydrated, and youthful!
Every Month I like to do a little digging to see what's new at Sephora, what's going viral and what are must haves I don't want to miss, it's a bit of a guilty pleasure of mine.. why not share the goodies with you all. Happy shopping 🥰
I love a good lip! In my head it completes any look, or even elevates a no makeup/ makeup look!!! I am my most confident with a lip on. So let me help you get that Same confidence!
I like makeup, but I'm not obsessive. I don't chase trends, but I do have products that I love and that I have used multiple times. If you're like me, and you want to look and feel fabulous but don't want to stress about makeup, then this list is for you.
I'm a curly girl. Even though we all have different textures and patterns, I think its still worth sharing the products that I've used and will continue to use. Give some a try if you're looking for some decent curly products.
I'm not a professional, but I think I do well enough with my make up and with these products. A mix of high end with drugstore brands works well for me - as I just use what I think feels good and lasts long enough for when I am out. Links included as far as I could!
These are my must-have makeup products—tried, tested, and truly loved. I’ve used these for everyday wear, special occasions, and everything in between. From long-lasting foundations to smudge-proof mascaras and the best skin-loving primers, these picks help me feel confident and pulled together no matter where I’m headed. I keep coming back to these staples because they actually work!
Skincare products that give you optimal benefits and worth the cost. These products truly improve the health of tour skin and keeps it looking healthy and rejuvenated. Check out your step-by-step guide in order of a good routine.
On this list I'm sharing my most complimented luxury perfumes I've ever owned! These are the perfumes that consistently get me “you smell so good!” compliments. I live in a warm climate, so performance is tested in heat & humidity. Here’s how they stack up for compliments, longevity, and versatility!These are great to add your collection and each of them come in a travel size if you just want to test it out first.
Unlock the truth behind common skincare misconceptions and learn how to truly care for your skin — no gimmicks, just real advice that makes a difference. Whether you think your skin is oily or dry, this list will help you understand what your skin really needs to glow every day.
Years of beauty and skincare as an MUA and mother of 4. These are haircare products I swear by. With a household full of curls, it’s a bit high maintenance around here and every product on this list is worth having. From shampoos, to oils and hair tools, these are my go to’s.