These are my repeat purchases that I never get tired of! I do not have an extensive makeup routines so all of these items are buildable.

Our tried-and-true beauty faves—skincare, makeup, and everything in between. These are the products we actually use and love for glowing skin, effortless looks, and feel-good self-care.

As a self proclaimed skincare junkie for years, these products saved me from the texture, flakiness, and eczema flare ups transforming my skin into a donut year round.

Make up and skin care shouldn't always be expensive or confusing so here is my list for simple functional and affordable beauty recommendations I adore.

different korean/japanese (with a couple exceptions) skincare products I've tried and either liked or loved…i currently use all of these in rotation.

I'm a natural curly girl. Here are my favorite products for gorgeous and healthy hair.

What I use on my curls with VA weather

It’s 2025, the last time I had a relaxer was August 2008. I’ve tried A LOT of tools and products. These are my current faves.

You want to stop buying plastic-wrapped everything and stop supporting brands that don't care, but every ‘green’ product you've tried left your hair flat or your skin breaking out. This list is for the girl who actually reads ingredient labels and recycling symbols but refuses to settle for mediocre performance. Took me over a year of swaps to land on these, so save yourself the trial and error.

Anything and everything to do with beauty whether that be hair, make up or perfume that I will re-buy time and time again ✨

ALL the self-care products I currently have stocked in my bathroom & actually use on a regular basis (skin care, hair care, hygiene, etc). This is my entire Everything Shower + Self Care Day roster. 🧴🫧 (all my own pics to show proof of ownership lol) I love trying new products and I’ve spent years figuring out all my favorites. I like to keep my routines simple and I try to empty what I currently have before buying something new. 🤗

As someone who has suffered with acne for years and still gets breakouts in their 30’s, here are some products that have helped relieve my face of those pesky blemishes!

Lippies that feel like butter! No dry lips will be tolerated with these products

my all time favorite hair products and tools. from before your shower all the way to styling and finishing!

Simple, gentle beauty products for women who prefer a natural look. This list focuses on lightweight skincare, low-maintenance routines, and products that support healthy, glowing skin without heavy makeup. I prioritize: • Clean, gentle ingredients • Easy daily use • Skin support for aging, hydration, and vitality If you like minimal beauty, soft skincare, and feeling like yourself, start here. Note: Start with 1–2 products. This is about simplifying, not adding more.

My current skincare routine to help with my dry skin as well as other products I have tried and loved.

This is where I put all my “why would I pay more for that?” finds. Beauty, fashion, and everyday Amazon picks that give you the same look, feel, and function as the pricey stuff just without the high price tag. Smart swaps I use and recommend.

As a busy mom, a quick 5 minute makeup routine is a must! These products are my go to makeup products that help me accomplish a put together look in a fraction on the time!

I have super oily skin so i am always on the search for products that work best, so these are my recommendations if you have skin like me 💟

If it’s over $20… I don’t want it 😂 All my favorite budget makeup finds that actually work, don’t break me out, and still have me looking like I tried (even when I didn’t).

These fragrantly perfect perfumes are my go-to favorites. Each is uniquely amazing and a must have any age. Sneak peak : Glossier You is my number 1! Updated scents for the guys in your life...So many good options.

I have started doing my nails at home to save some moohlah and LET ME TELL YOU… I should've started sooner! I have so much fun with it and love to do it in the comfort of my own home. I truly stand by these products and I have them all in my kit at home!

Rosacea, sensitive skin, hormonal acne; and everything in between! My skin is so picky and what I eat affects how red I can get. I have terrible body acne in the summer where I sweat most (butt, bikini, chest) areas and I’ve found some things that help that, because that is not cute or fun. Just want to pass on the truth between all products (that pertain to me).

Check out my list of all the beauty must haves I have found over the past year and currently use myself. Many of these help with my hormonal,acne prone skin issues and are helping me through the peri menopause and keep me calm 🤩As well as a few luxuries to treat yourself 😍

These are my go-to products for combined,acne prone skin that keep it hydrated and helps with my scars and acne.

What my dry skin and lips love ❤️

My everyday makeup and skincare as an acne prone girl

Here’s my favorite ULTA finds for under $20! I’m a girl that loves a bargain and can’t justify paying $40 for a makeup product so when I find products I love for cheap AND they perform like high end I have to share. Some of these are my holy grails! Hopefully you find something that works for you.

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.

With these makeup tools , your makeup will be more efficient and result in a more professional look – even if you’re a beginner!

I LOVE wearing a full face of makeup in the daily and have tried SOO many products and have finally perfected my routine! So here are my recs as a full face girly who’s tried every product under the sun.. 😅 let me know if you agree / disagree and what you’d add to the list!

I attended a Look Good Feel Better workshop. I have been feeling really awful about the way I look now. I know it will get better, but for now, I learned that these products can help me feel more like myself. All are for sensitive skin, and allow for minimal product usage. Baby steps will help you embrace the New and Wonderful you!

Glass skin look is perfect for the summer time, these products are what gives my face the ultimate glow.

From November - February my skin is so dry and in desperate need of some moisture. Because of this, I'm always looking for the most hydrating products that won't break the bank! In this list, I’ve rounded up the moisturizers, serums, and masks I actually use to keep my skin soft and moisturized throughout the cold winter months!

smelling like baked goods and fallen leaves proceed with cravings 🧁🍁

As someone with super curly hair who has spent her whole life testing out products, I know how hard it can be to find the right fit for your curls! Here are some recs to help you on your curls journey!

Affordable makeup for those on a budget (I am a uni student so it’s very much needs to be affordable!) my tried and tested go to products 🫶🏼

These are my favorite products I have tried in skincare, makeup and haircare. I have used all of these and they work well for my combination/sensitive skin and fine wavy hair.

as i begin to do my makeup regularly, i have found some products that i have begun to gravitate towards every day. a lot of these products are user friendly and save time. others are simply the best of their kind!

These are my “Go To” Curly hair products! These products are good for any type of curl pattern. Some things can be omitted if your curl pattern isn't that tight, but I will let you know.

The viral TikTok beauty products that are genuinely worth the money. From glowing skin essentials to makeup that stays flawless all day, these are the most-loved beauty finds trending on TikTok right now. Includes affordable drugstore dupes, luxury favorites, skincare must-haves, and makeup products creators can’t stop recommending.

I use products when I want to wear makeup and look a little more awake after long nights of studying and long days of working. These products make me look and feel more refreshed and put together. Look good, feel good, do good!!

Discover the beauty products that I can't live without and that will elevate your skincare and makeup game.

Dark spots have been one of my biggest skincare challenges, so I've spent years researching ingredients and testing skincare products that target hyperpigmentation. This is my ever-growing guide to the products that help fade dark spots, post-acne marks and pigmentation. From vitamin C and azelaic acid to tranexamic acid, retinoids, sunscreen and more!

A list of my favorite skincare products for skincare junkies✨

When I hit 45 and perimenopause, my 30-year-old everyday makeup routine went out the window. Nothing looked the same as my skin aged. Cakey foundation had to go… all of it creased in my wrinkles and crows feet. So, I relearned what works for my mature skin. Here's the best beauty stuff I've found, love and use every day!

A mix of my absolute favorite skincare products that has CHANGED my dry, rosacea prone skin. I used to get flareups regularly, but this manages to keep it calm. I am into korean, cheap and effective skincare! Hope you find something that fits your skintype too🫶

Since the pandemic I've mostly worn moisturizer and lip balm and I wanted to find products that made me still look like myself, but a little fancier, more put together.

Anyone who knows me knows I am addicted to lip care. So naturally I’ve tried basically every lip product out there! Trust me when I say that these are the best products on the market that will get those lips of yours looking the juiciest.

I’m a first-time mom who’s all about beauty on a budget! I truly believe it’s not about how expensive your products are — it’s how you use what you have. This list is filled with my favorite affordable beauty finds to help you look and feel your best without breaking the bank.

Here is the one rule that makes finishing products work: apply them in the right order, with mousse or cream on damp hair, then texture spray on dry hair, then a flexible hairspray last. These Ulta picks for texture sprays, mousses, pomades, wave creams, edge control and flexible-hold hairsprays are sorted so you can build a routine around that order.

These are products I use in my skincare routine or if my skin needs a refresh! (Along with some other items I use when I need some self care).

I’m super picky about what goes on my face. If it’s cakey, heavy, or pore-clogging, it’s a no. These are my everyday makeup staples that look like skin… just better.

This list contains both perfumes I own and i’d love to own🫶🏼 (Im more of a vanilla perfume lover)

list of the products I use that I think make me feel/look pretty! these products have made a change in my skin, a deeper look into my routine and the make up i use! I love sharing with the world…. 🥰

I’m easily tempted by targeted ads for beauty & healthcare products that make big promises (and often come with big price tags). This list is a roundup of the products I’ve personally tested with transparent feedback on benefits and whether they're worth it.

I love makeup but I am a mom so I love AFFORDABLE makeup. These are my tried & true holy grail favorites that I’ve been using for years! Feel free to ask me any questions about these and other drugstore products.

I am a mom of two teenagers and most people don't believe I have a daughter who's 19! These are my recommendations... As a busy mom, I don't have a lot of time to devote to skincare, but I want to look and feel my best. There are amazing men's products I've recommended too! These recommendations come because I get results and want to share the benefits with you.

Spent years trying to find the best hair care products that are actually worth the money. Went to cosmetology school and got licensed and started finding some of the best products to use on me and my clients hair! I hope you all enjoy my favs

I have spent waaaaaay too much money trying out the new and trendy make up. It’s fun for a few days and then I always go back to my tried and true products. Most mornings I’m rushing around the house to get myself and 2 toddlers ready to go. So whether you need a quick 5 minute routine, something to brighten you up on the way to the gym, or date night prep; I’ve got you covered!

I am a fruity fragrance girl for sure… strawberry 🍓, watermelon 🍉, & coconut 🥥 are a few of my favorites!! This is a collection of some of my fave 🍒

I do not have the time I did in my teens and early 20s to make sure I have all 12 steps of my makeup done in the mornings, or all 7 steps of skincare at night. Here are my quick and easy life hacks to glowing skin – always!

I’m a bit of a green scent obsessed person. If you want to smell like a lush garden, you’ve found your dream list.

Skincare and makeup products I use every day! I personally use my spf as “makeup” most days!

My all-time favourite makeup recommendations. These go for every look. However, the makeup look I go for is toasty scandi makeup, so if that is your vibe, look no further!

as a mom of 4 who still likes to feel good about herself, here are my every day face & body *basic* staples.

Here is a collection of my tried and true makeup products. Some of these I have been using for over 10 years, they're that good!

I love and use a lot of makeup and skincare. I will give my honest opinion on skincare that I really think is as good as they say or not. I won’t upload anything that I wouldn’t tell my family or friends to buy. :)

I have PCOS and combination, acne-prone skin. This beginner routine focuses on barrier support and keeping things simple. Just five steps.

I'm a master hair stylist who graduated hair school in 2022. I've had a lifelong passion with hair and all that comes with caring for it and styling. You'll find lots of recommendations here from my years in salons and at home use. I would recommend these to all clients, friends and family of mine. Feel free to comment or message any questions you have about these products and i'd be happy to help you find one based on your personal hair care needs!

I have always struggled with acne, sensitive skin and oil control, these are the products that help me maintain clear skin and moisture!

I have not always prioritized skincare until the last 5 or so years but have been a makeup girly for YEARS! I can confidently tell you my makeup has never looked better than when I started a consistent skin care routine. These are my go to skincare products that I always use and recommend 100%. I repurchase them every single time and my hydrated and glowy skin is the proof!

Something I never leave the house without is a good dousing of a spell oil! Making your own is super simple. All you need are a few ingredients and a bit of magic 🪄. I love foraging and growing whatever plants I can. But I also purchase many herbs at the store, and there's no shame in that. It's all about your intention. Here's everything you need to get started.

Everything I’d pack if I could only bring one beauty bag

These are the only clean makeup products I’ve found that truly perform like high end conventional brands —no compromises. They also function as built in skincare while being sensitive skin friendly.

My go-to skincare and haircare for a girl on a budget along with a few splurge items.

My ride or die makeup recs as an MUA, everything i use on myself and my clients!

𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒔𝒌𝒊𝒏, 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒃𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒔𝒌𝒊𝒏, 𝒉𝒚𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒑𝒊𝒈𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 & 𝒃𝒐𝒅𝒚 𝒂𝒄𝒏𝒆. 𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒑𝒆𝒅 𝒎𝒆✨ ✅𝑬𝒄𝒛𝒆𝒎𝒂 𝑭𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒍𝒚 ✅𝑫𝒓𝒚 𝑺𝒌𝒊𝒏 𝒇𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒍𝒚 ✅𝑫𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒔 𝒇𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒍𝒚

When you want to do something special for yourself and spend a little extra on makeup these are the products that will NOT fail you and with the splurge!

In this list I have included all the products that helped me get rid of all the pimples, whiteheads, white bumps and blackheads that had occupied my face for years. These products also help me when my skin gets that orange peel look, usually when trying new products. My skin type is combination to oily and gets easily clogged and irritated. Feel free to ask me any questions you might have, i will be glad to share my experience! 🐚

our skin is our biggest organ in our body, so what we put on it MATTERS. Primally Pure has become my absolute favorite skin care for any and everything i need. it goes to show you don't need much for your skin to thrive.

I’ve rounded up my favorite hair care must-haves—from nourishing masks and hydrating conditioners to lightweight oils and heat-protecting sprays—that actually deliver real shine, smoothness, and silkiness. These are the products I reach for when I want my hair to feel soft, polished, and effortlessly glossy every day. I swear by these products and have tried them all religiously for at least 3 months and saw REAL results so no gatekeeping here! ✨💗

Clear skin era starts here 🤍✨ Every product in this list is acne-safe, non-pore-clogging, and chosen for real results — no hidden breakout triggers. Think calm, glowy, glass-skin energy without the irritation. Perfect for sensitive, acne-prone babes who want skincare that actually behaves.

I used to be the girl who wouldn’t leave the house without makeup & then I became a very minimal makeup girly & now I’m somewhere in-between. These are products I’ve used for years that are great everyday day/night products I love!

from a girl who used to NEVER carry a purse, to now being someone who doesn't go without one… these are all the items I keep in my purse at ALL times because you never know when you're going to need them or when someone you're with might need them. I'd rather be prepared for anything and everything

As hard as this was to do, this is my list if i could only pick ONE in each category of a full face of makeup for the sephora sale. My ultimate picks keeping in mind as many skin types and preferences as I could!

Gen X, Mature skin care recommendations that I love!!

I've always taken care of my skin, and I'm quite passionate about it. I've gone through so many products, but these are the products I use every morning, and ultimately ensure my skin is clear, hydrated, and healthy!

Growing up mixed race before the days of YouTube tutorials meant lots of trial and error when trying to take care of my hair. These are the tried and true hair products that I use on a daily basis.

These are my favorite drug store and high end products. There is a vast array of different kinds of products. I have thick/wavy hair and love to keep it healthy and long!

My everyday makeup routine for a natural, dewy finish! ✨ These are my favorite makeup products for lightweight coverage, glowy skin, long-lasting makeup, and soft everyday glam. I'm sharing the products I genuinely use and love, from affordable drugstore finds to splurge-worthy favorites. If you love a skin-like base that lets your natural features shine through, this list is for you! 💗

My everyday makeup that makes me feel beautiful but also low maintenance!!

Leaving bad hair days in the past! My hair routine 💁‍♀️

This is things I’ve got or recieved and loved or my sisters want for Christmas or birthdays that are relatively affordable and reasonable. Plus gift giving is my love language so I’d say I’m pretty good at it😂

My anti-aging secrets at 53 years of age

Upgrading your toiletries to low waste options when you finish your current ones is a great way to decrease your impact on the planet by removing plastic waste from your everyday routines. Products in this list are my tried and true and i’ve repurchased them many times. Discount codes are listed in section descriptions.

Everything a busy lady needs to stay moisturized, hydrated, and put together—even when life is doing the MOST. These are the products that keep up with 12-hour shifts, time with friends and family, and weather that stays trying to put this curly girl to shame. If it survived my real life AND earned a spot in my routine? It belongs here.

It’s always a struggle to find makeup that suits super fair skin and both covers acne while not making it worse. These are struggles I’ve become familiar with over the years so these are some of my favorite products that I use in my daily life. Only including products I’ve personally tested!

Everyday make up for running errands, going to grab coffee or hot girl walk

You're staring at your toiletry bag the night before a three-day festival wondering how to look human without electricity, running water, or a mirror bigger than your palm. I've been that person, sweating through sunscreen and sleeping in a tent that hits 90 degrees by 8am. This is the stripped-down lineup I brought to two festivals last summer that held up through dust storms, mosh pits, and zero showers. Grab what you need before festival season kicks off.

Dupes that actually are close the expensive version, but some of them I can’t tell a difference! Some were recommended my makeup artists.