Emelie Chernega

As someone with sensitive, acne-prone, and eczema-prone skin, I've learned to be extremely selective about the products I use. My skin doesn't always cooperate, so I'm constantly looking for products that prioritize hydration, comfort, and a healthy-looking skin barrier without sacrificing that glowy finish I love. This is my collection of skincare and makeup essentials, from milky toners and soothing serums to lightweight makeup and the lip products I keep reaching for. Because having sensitive skin shouldn't mean giving up on a good beauty routine. 🤍

This curated summer makeup list delivers a radiant, fresh-faced glow perfect for warm days, beach outings, or everyday wear. It focuses on skin-like textures, dewy finishes, buildable color, and humidity-resistant formulas that keep you looking luminous without feeling heavy. From hydrating primers and glow enhancers to effortless tints and setting sprays, these products create a natural, sun-kissed vibe that's easy to apply and long-wearing. Ideal for all skin types seeking a no-makeup makeup effect with staying power.

If you love glowy, radiant, healthy-looking skin, this is the ultimate face + body glow roundup. These are my favorite illuminating products for achieving that bronzed, dewy, “just got back from vacation” look without looking greasy or glittery. From SPF glow boosters to body oils and glow balms, these products make your skin look smooth, hydrated, luminous, and photo-ready year round. Perfect for the clean girl aesthetic, summer makeup routines, beach vacations, no-makeup makeup days, and achieving that lit-from-within glow. ✨

March empties roundup! These are the products I completely finished this month and genuinely loved. From exfoliating acids to hydrating eye treatments and cozy self-care staples — here are my favorites that I’ll definitely be repurchasing. What empties did you have this month?

Listen, I have tried MANYYYY makeup products. But to have a select few that I would immediately purchase if I ever needed to start over says a lot about how good they are. It would be a shame if I gatekept them. These are THE products, some quickly won over my heart some I have been using for over a decade

If you want healthier, shinier, expensive-looking hair—this is the routine. This curated lineup focuses on scalp health, hair growth, deep hydration, and damage protection so your hair actually improves over time (not just looks good for a day). From detoxing your scalp and stimulating growth to repairing dryness and preventing heat damage, these are the exact products I use for soft, glossy, frizz-free hair. Perfect for anyone dealing with thinning, dryness, breakage, or dull hair and wanting a simple routine that delivers real results.

These are the products I reach for when I want to look refreshed, awake, and put together with minimal effort. From hydrating skin prep to soft makeup staples, everything on this list is easy to use, reliable, and genuinely makes a difference in how my makeup looks and wears.

Skin tints that give effortless, “your skin but better” coverage. These are lightweight, glowy, and perfect for everyday wear—whether you want barely-there makeup or a polished no-makeup makeup look. I wish I tried these sooner.

Affordable skincare that delivers real results. These drugstore finds are gentle, effective, and comparable to high-end favorites — perfect for everyday routines, sensitive skin, and consistent use.

Cold weather, indoor heating, and wind can destroy your skin barrier. These are the products I rely on all winter to stay hydrated, glowy, and comfortable (no tightness, no flaking).

A warm, cozy, sweet-vanilla routine from shower to perfume. These are the products that actually layer well and last all day without smelling too sugary. Different options for a different mood but still keeping everything vanilla.

The makeup routine I reach for when I want that soft, flushed, glossy look, lightweight, blendable, and super glowy without ever looking heavy. These are my everyday “effortless pretty” staples.

My carry-on skincare routine. All TSA-approved minis that keep my skin glowing, hydrated, and calm during travel. These are the exact products I pack every time I fly.

Viral beauty products that didn’t just hype me up — they earned a permanent spot in my routine. These are the things I reach for every single week, long after the trend faded.

My nighttime lineup for calming irritation, rebuilding my barrier, and waking up with soft, bouncy skin. These products layer perfectly and keep my acne-prone skin happy.

The full AM lineup that keeps my skin hydrated, glassy, and calm even with acne-prone or sensitive skin. Each step layers seamlessly under SPF and makeup.

November Monthly Fixations! These are items I have been obsessing over this month and can't get enough of. Some are repeats from October but that only goes to say how much I love the product!

I’m that friend who tests way too many lip balms, candles, and cozy finds 😂 so I pulled together my actual favorites I’d gift to sisters, besties, or coworkers this holiday. Think viral lip sets, Anthropologie-level candles, fuzzy socks, cute mugs & a couple splurgy moments. Most of these are under $50 and perfect for Secret Santa, stocking stuffers, or ‘I saw this and thought of you’ gifts.

I have tried an absurd amount of products. I am here to tell you what products are worth purchasing during the Sephora sale. From makeup, to skincare, to haircare. The Sephora sale is a great time to restock on some of your fav products or pick up that product that you have been eyeing for some time now.

When my skin was as its worst state, I started to exfoilate my skin 1-2 times a week. Then I realized I should have been doing this sooner because of how much it treats your skin. Left looking glowy, having soft skin. I never realized how important it is to exfoliate. Here are products I have tried and loved in my exfoliating journey

Monthly fixations! Items, places, things that are all worth the hype and more. Things I have been loving lately and don't see myself stopping.

I have created this list of my all time favorite brushes to use. I feel like there are not enough recommendations of brushes and there should be!! I have tried many many brushes throughout my makeup journey, and I am here to tell you the ones that are worth it!

I love shopping for clothes on Amazon, but noticed it can be really hard to actually find something good! Through my trial and error of amazon fashion finds I have curated a list of clothing items that have actually come as described sometimes better!

As much as I love shopping for products at a Sephora. We can't forget about the drug store makeup products. Sometimes they are just as good, if not better! There are a few brands I lean more towards cause they hardly miss with their products. I have tried a lot of drugstore makeup and some of them I have replaced with Sephora products.

One of my favorite scents is vanilla and that has never changes. So growing up, I always picked up the vanilla scented items, meaning I have tried a lot of Vanilla products and these are my top picks!

I love trying different perfumes, body lotions/butters, and body wash. I also love trying a variety of scents and matching the scent to the seasons. This list will have a scent for all curated into different sections making it easy for you to find.

Whether you have just started your fitness era or have been in your fitness era. I have created a list of essentials for your workout classes. These items have been my hoky grails for either before, during, or after my classes. If you are just getting into it, consider this your starter pack