If you’re ready to level up your skincare and makeup routine, this is your ultimate cheat sheet. I’ve handpicked my personal favorites — the ones that actually deliver results, save you time, and keep you looking fresh all day. From skin-perfecting serums to long-wear lipsticks, these are the must-haves I swear by. Shop my top beauty picks below and thank me later. ✨

Gorgeous packaging, gorgeous bronzers with a good shade range for inclusivity.

These are just my personal favorite current makeup products! These are products that I’ve used that have looked great all day/night! I’ve mentioned why I liked these products as well! It ranges from primer to finishing touches

Finding well priced beauty items and storage for the most beautiful makeup setup.

A curated collection of elevated essentials for the woman who embodies that girl energy!

Affordable skincare for your dirty 30s that actually works !!!!! 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

Honest reviews and recommendations. I receive tons of perfume samples, and I would be posting them for yall!

perfumes and fragrances for the girls who don’t love smelling overly sweet or floral :)

Figuring out what skincare is best can be quite a daunting task. It's taken me a long time, but I've finally found products that work for me and give me results. My philosophy is simple and I try to keep my routine minimal. Here are some of my favourites that I have discovered over the years. From drugstore superstars to high end luxury splurges. I hope you love and adore these products as much as I do.

These products are my holy grail!! I would not suggest is I hadn’t been using each one for YEARS!! I gotchu bestie 💖

My licensed, professional opinion. Tried and true hair products that I believe will do your hair wonders! I love this list because it gives me the opportunity to share ALLL of my favorite hair care brands rather than the limited space I have on my shelf in the salon. I have hair categories (damaged, hard water, etc) for easy shopping! I hope you enjoy these products as much as I do, feel free to DM me if you need help prescribing a haircare routine.

What I specifically use to feel put together every day with no effort and in no-time. All the essentials for effortless beauty. Because you deserve to be able to enhance your features and feel confident. To embrace your power fully. And feel comforted in what you are. ❤️❤️❤️

Pouring into myself with these amazing products. Most of these are very budget friendly, so everyone can enjoy them!

Some of my everyday use and products worth buying!

Common items that I use or want to use! Perfect for beginners aswell, these could be dupes for high end products. (mostly ELF and NYX!)

These are the makeup products I personally use, love, and trust for flawless everyday looks. Each item is tried and tested for performance, affordability, and ease of use — perfect for beginners and everyday glam lovers. If you want reliable makeup that delivers great results without stress, this list has you covered.

Im a HUGE believer in not needing to buy a bunch of fancy and expensive name brand products to get amazing skin results. So here’s a list of inexpensive products I use totaling under $100. Feel free to add the bonuses that raise the price for if you want to treat yourself!😉😋

What my skin eats in a day

Explore my treatment room essentials that I love along with personal care I love at home ✨

Rounding up all my skincare recommendations - breaking it down by category to make it easier to navigate!

Whether you’re a beauty enthusiast or just starting to explore, these 20 Sephora products are absolute game-changers for your routine! From skincare essentials to makeup must-haves, each pick will elevate your beauty game and leave you feeling your best. Trust me, these are the items you won’t want to miss—perfect for treating yourself or gifting someone special!

I have been using makeup everyday for 8 years now. Over the years i have gotten alot of requests about my makeup products so here am i sharing with you guys everything that i love ✨💕

licensed cosmetologist since 2017! I love luxury and drugstore products and I’m here to share my faves!

Sometime in the last 5 years I found that spending upwards of 2+ hours at the salon to get my nails done was no longer relaxing or how I wanted to spend my weekday evening or weekend afternoon. Fortunately, there are SO many ways to keep my nails looking pretty from the comfort of my own couch (or bed, some nights) and they not only save your day some time, but your wallet some $$$.

These are products that I’ve tried and repurchase or I love because they are viral and worked well for me 💕 I think different products work well for our skin as we age, so these work well for me as someone who turns 29 in a couple weeks

I’m rebuilding my makeup collection as a postpartum mom trying to find herself again and these are my absolute favorite things I’ve gotten so far on my quest to find the best whimsical/alt products for both natural & fun looks! I don’t use concealer or foundation so I don’t have any recommendations for that

The products I’ve tried and liked as well as the products I use currently! I included ratings for all the products based on their effectiveness!!

Life is always busy for me and it never slows down and neither do you. Whether you're a nurse, teacher, student, mom, creator, or just someone juggling all the things, this list is packed with everyday favorites to make life easier, smoother, and more efficient. From time-saving gadgets to comfort must-haves and trending essentials, these picks are loved by people who do it all (and need products that actually work). Bonus: many of these finds are budget-friendly, time sensitive or on sale, so you can upgrade your day without overspending.

I've been colouring my own hair for over 20 years (wild!) These are all the products I use for DIY highlights, toning, root colour, cutting, and styling my hair at home.

Some of my favorites to keep my skin feeling its best.

As a person with sensitive skin I often struggle to find good product for myself. I’ve had experience with some skincare products that say “passed irritation test” but they were definitely not sensitive skin friendly. I’m here to help my sensitive skin girlies find good products that won’t irritate or itch their skin🤍🫶🏽

These are a staple in my makeup routine and every day use as an oily skin girlie. Plus they are drugstore too. (Yay✨)

This list is for the hair products I truly love and actually use. These are the staples that keep my hair healthy, soft, and manageable. The products I reach for regularly and would repurchase without hesitation!

Drugstore products I’ve been using on my hair lately that are working well for me.

Welcome to my Hair Diary 🫶🏻 the behind-the-scenes of every good hair day. ✨ This list is filled with my absolute favorite hair products that I actually use and repurchase-the real MVPs that keep my strands soft, shiny, and styled. From frizz-fighters to volume-boosters, these are the formulas I trust to treat, tame, and transform my hair. Whether you’re building your routine or looking for a new holy grail, there’s something here you’ll love!

The body care faves that keep my skin soft, glowy, and smelling too good. If you don’t want compliments don’t buy these products!

These are my favorite go-to products that I reach for every single day!

my essentials for a perfect press on manicure

As a redhead I get asked questions about my makeup all the time - especially my brows! Here’s a list of my faves

A collection of my go to favorite Korean and western lip products 💗🎀

Here are some of my favorite Lancome products. As a bonus these always go on sale for the holidays!!

Affordable skin care must haves! These are my go-to skin care items I use in my daily routine. These items help keep your skin clear, hydrated, and protected. Also good for anti-aging.

A collection of my favorite everyday haircare products—cleansers, conditioners, styling products, and treatments I genuinely love and trust as a certified trichologist. These picks support healthy, beautiful hair for a wide range of hair and scalp types.

I have always struggled with acne and sensitive skin. I swear I have tried over 100 products. These are the inexpensive yet high quality products that have nourished and healed my skin. I have used most of these products for years and swear by them. I went from hormona fresh painful acne to a smooth clear acne scarred face. I would take the second one any day. If you are in the same boat you need these products! Wishing you the best of luck 😘

I've been natural for about 9 years now and it was very long journey, but it was the best decision I've ever made. I started off transitioning and them did mini big chop. Since then my hair has flourished. Being natural is a journey and everyone's journey is different. The products on this lists have treated me so good.

I have spent years trying to master my kinky natural hair wishing that it was looser or “easier to manage” but through time and care i have found products that have helped me learn to love my hair

I like my bags small, and my products even smaller 🥰

5 months ago, I had a damaged skin barrier because I was using any product I found on Tiktok, without checking if it was compatible with my skin type. After doing some research, I discovered I have sensitive skin, so I shouldn't have been using a lot of acids & retinols (and I was…ALOT). So, here is a list of all the products that worked for my skin.

hydration is key to healthy looking skin and long lasting makeup! while living in a dryer state… these are the products i have grown to love and use regularly🥰

Everything you need to attack acne and keep it away, without the fancy price tags!

My favorite beauty and health items for women and kids!

My favorite products for enjoying the sunshine…or looking like you’ve been soaking up the sun

Tried and true skin care for dry skin and cold weather

"These are the products I reach for every single day — the ones that keep me energized, organized, and feeling my best. If you’re looking for daily game-changers, these are it!" ✨️

A collection of my favorite luxury and afforable perfumes and body mists.

wavy hair girls: i get so many compliments on my hair and this is what i use!!

I only use a couple brands, but I think that ensures that the chemicals will work together and there wont be as much of a chance for a bad reaction

As a busy mama of 5, I need effortless, glowy, and done in minutes ✨ I’ve curated my go-to minimal makeup for that clean girl look — fresh skin, easy steps, and instant confidence. Look good, smell good, FEEL GOOD 🫶🏼

Glass skin essentials

the makeup brands and products you'll find in my makeup bag. i try to buy cleaner and cruelty free items (though i'm not perfect at it) and these are the ones i recommend!

As a skincare/makeup obsessed girlie with oily, acne prone skin I have tried everything under the sun. These are my holy grails that I will forever be repruchasing!

Want to know what’s in my bag? Whether im running errands on the daily or going out on date night. I always have one of these essentials in my bag. Here are the recommendations.

Clean ingredients, vegan and cruelty free skincare and makeup

Small beauty essentials that make the biggest difference

Curated list of the innovative skincare and drool-worthy makeup.

I know what it’s like to be intimidated by wig styling, so I hope to help out other cosplayers who are starting out or want to improve their styling!

I'm testing all the viral trends from Tik Tok so you don't have to :)

Curious about the makeup essentials every beauty lover should own? Whether you’re just starting out or already a pro, this list covers all the must-haves. Take a look inside my vanity to see the products I swear by

A list of Amazon products that have made my life so much easier and enhanced my DIY skills (my must haves)✨

As a makeup lover and enthusiast, I can honestly say this list has oldies and goodies! I am constantly updating this list of my tried and true's! <3

I'm a former bottle blonde getting ready to bleach my entire head again, so it's only fitting that I think back on the days I fried my hair and the products that got me through those trying times. Not a professional, and I'm pretty sure I still take 45 minutes just to section my hair, but I swear by these recs. You don't need anything fancy, just patience and faith in yourself.. or a solid hair dresser that you trust to help bring your vision to life! Work in progress!

Over 40 and looking for great skin products?! These are the products I use on my 46 year old skin. Check out my list! Improve skin texture, decrease lines, skin glow, and look younger with a natural face lift!

Tools I use to get a layered and bouncy blowout look!

I played around with these items, and the results were amazing, perfect for making a statement at any celebration, enjoy them

People often compliment my skin, even though it’s far from perfect! These are my affordable go-tos.

I’ve been working on my make up routine for years and never really found the right products. My skin would break out and it would just look worse. A few months ago I really took the time to look at make up with a professional and it’s helped greatlyyy. These are my fave products atm, hope you love them :)

I'm in my sixties with pretty good skin, but like many of us, I deal with some wrinkles and sagging. Don't we all?! I love sharing my favorite beauty recommendations that keep my skin feeling hydrated, firm, and fresh without harsh ingredients. From gentle mascara for sensitive eyes (Almay Lengthening is a lifesaver!), eye tighteners like Peter Thomas Roth's Instant FIRMx, to my red light therapy mask, warm eye masks, face washes, and everyday skincare/makeup staples. These are my tried-and-true picks for effortless midlife glow. ****Affiliate Links: As an Amazon Associate, I earn commissions from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting Hello Midlife Style!"

Boudoir Beauty Prep is simple and makes a huge difference in your photos! When you book with us you will receive a full prep guide, but here are some of our favorite prep products for boudoir and beyond.

I obsessed with sunscreen. After trying all kinds of sunscreens—from affordable drugstore picks to high-end favorites—I’ve found a few that truly work for my combination skin (which can be breakout-prone at times). I prefer lightweight, water-based formulas that don’t feel greasy or clog pores, but still give strong SPF 50++ protection. These sunscreens not only sit well under makeup but also keep my skin feeling fresh and calm throughout the day. If you're looking for sunscreens that are gentle yet effective, this list is for you!

Need a last minute gift? These are the BEST options for any makeup lover you have to shop for!❤️ Every product mentioned is pretty affordable too in my opinion! Especially as a gift for christmas! The deals this year are to die for! In this list, I have included unisex gifts as well!

skin care and makeup products for anyone with dry, sensitive, skin with redness and minor blemishes

These are the best at home press on nails I have tried. They look like I went to the salon!

My everyday makeup routine!

A curated lineup of the makeup that gives me that everyday glam and glowy look—luxurious textures, radiant finishes, and products that make my skin feel lit-from-within without being heavy. These are the elevated essentials I reach for when I want effortless glow with a touch of luxe in my daily routine.

Think misty mauves, dusty roses, soft taupes, and muted blues!!! All budget-friendly and easy to wear every day. These shades enhance your undertones without overpowering them!

I keep my routine simple and these are my must haves!

I know after a stressful day my go to is a spa day! I love being able to just lay in the tub with some good music and all my favorite self care essentials. If you need a spa day you can find everything you need here from things to set the mood to body/face essentials.

Marcia’s Timeless Perfume Favorites Some perfumes are more than just scents — they’re memories. From timeless classics I’ve loved for decades to newer favorites, these are fragrances I genuinely enjoy. Many of them are affordable and easy to find on Amazon. One thing I’ve noticed with classic perfumes from the late 1980s to 1990s is that some feel more diluted today, even when presented as the originals. Still, these fragrances remain special to me because of the memories and emotions they carry.

We all need a self care day and these are my favorites from Walmart. When I think self care day I think about head to toe body care that keeps me feeling like I my best self.

My favourite moisturing products that leave my hair feeling fresher for longer.

Maybe my real love language is gift-giving, because I pulled these straight from the things I actually own, use, and love — the top 10 gifts I’d want myself if I didn’t already have them. I went through all my prettiest, most-reached-for favorites to put together this year’s list: cozy essentials, elevated beauty, travel upgrades, and those little luxuries that make everyday life feel nicer. Whether you’re shopping for your sister, your partner, your bestie, or a little self-gifting moment, these are the gifts I’d confidently give again and again. 💗✨

Decades of makeup love condensed into one list! My tried-and-true favorites that deliver flawless looks, effortless glam, and all the products I can’t live without.

My beauty necessities! I tend to go for more natural looks and think the most important step is a good skin care routine. Of course it is always fun to get a little dolled up too.

Here I introduce to you the products that earned a spot in my vanity VIPs, the reliable love of my life's that I will always swear by!

I struggled with keeping my curly/wavy hair nice for the longest, heat damaged. All products are silicone free!

Salon nails at home It can be easy, it can be affordable You can have salon nails, on a great budget and at home!

These are my gel x and press ons essentials. I’m so happy to have found all of these products. I’ve been building my collections for almost 2 years now and I can confidently say what has worked. I am not a nail tech but I have a bit of experience to share with you all

Korean skin care routines have always been my favorite because of how detailed it targets each problem our skin experiences. My routine is oil 1. Oil cleanser (PM)2. Cleansing foam 3. Toner. 4. Essence 5. Serum 6. Face mask 7. Eye cream 8. Moisturizer 9. Sun screen (AM)

This is my personal feeling on the Skylar monthly scents (if a scent isn’t here I probably skipped it) I became a member in September 2024. Also please note that Skylar may discontinue some of these scents unfortunately so act quick ;)

As a makeup lover and ex-makeup artist, finding the best products on a budget is one of my favourite activities, so it’s only right i share some of my faves instead of gatekeeping!🧸🤍🪐✨

Fenty Beauty faves that keep your glow on point -bold, effortless and 100% Rihanna-approved.

🦌 Maine Moose Gurl Beauty At 55, I’ve learned that beauty isn’t about chasing youth — it’s about caring for the skin you’ve earned through every smile, adventure, and bit of sunshine along the way. With weight loss, aging, and all the time I spend outdoors, my skin needs a little extra love. I look for products that feel light, bring out my natural glow, and never make me look overdone. I’m not about layers of makeup — I want to accentuate what’s real and let my skin breathe. My routine is all about simplicity, confidence, and lasting care — things that keep up with my busy, adventure-filled days and help me feel fresh from sunrise to sunset. Because beauty isn’t about perfection — it’s about feeling comfortable in your own skin and letting your natural light shine. 🌿

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