Instead of gatekeeping, I put all my real beauty go-tos in one list 💁🏽♀️ The products I actually use, not just try once. It’s linked if you want to browse.
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Cleanse + Hydrate
Effortless Glam
Body ody ody
Cleanse + Hydrate
Vanicream Moisturizing Cream restored my skin barrier after I had been stripping it down. It gets the job done, feels gentle, and is super affordable.
Vanicream™ Gentle Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin
Micellar water is such an easy, gentle way to cleanse your skin. It removes makeup and impurities without stripping, making it perfect for sensitive skin or quick routines.
Garnier Micellar Water Hydrating Cleanser
The Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum is a great, affordable option for smoothing skin texture and minimizing the look of pores. It’s lightweight, easy to layer, and works well for everyday use.
Good Molecules Niacinamide Serum 30ml
The COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream is a great moisturizer for boosting hydration. It leaves your skin feeling soft, plump, and nourished without feeling heavy. Perfect for restoring moisture and keeping your skin balanced.
COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream
Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator is my go-to when my skin is feeling really dry. It gives an instant boost of hydration and leaves my skin feeling refreshed, soft, and balanced.
Moisture Surge™ 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator
Naturium Vitamin C Complex Cleanser is perfect for when I need to double cleanse. It helps remove buildup while leaving my skin feeling fresh, clean, and not stripped.
Vitamin C Complex Cleanser
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum Ginseng + Retinal is a great addition for under-eye care. It helps smooth, brighten, and support that delicate area while still feeling lightweight and gentle.
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum with Retinal ...
CeraVe Blemish Barrier Patches are great for targeting breakouts without irritating your skin. They help reduce the look of blemishes while protecting the area, making them an easy addition to your routine.
Blemish Barrier Patches - Acne
Effortless Glam
The Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint is perfect for light, natural coverage. It evens skin tone, feels weightless, and gives an easy, everyday glow.
Eaze Drop Lightweight Blurring Skin Tint
IL MAKIAGE Woke Up Like This Foundation is my go-to when I want that full coverage, “baddie” look. It evens everything out, looks flawless, and gives that confident, put-together finish every time.
Foundation Makeup
MAC Brown Script Eyeshadow is the perfect reddish-brown for blending and defining the crease. It adds warmth, blends beautifully, and works with so many looks.
Eye Shadow
Juvia’s Place Blush is a brown girl’s dream—super pigmented, rich, and absolutely stunning on the skin.
Blush Palette | Powder Blush
Tarte Tarteist Contour Palette works really well for me since I prefer powder products. It allows me to build my highlight and contour gradually for a more natural finish. It’s especially great for contouring the chin and adding definition where I ne...
Tarte Tarteist x MakeupShayla Contour Palette
Smashbox Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer is a great base for makeup. It smooths the skin, blurs imperfections, and helps everything go on more evenly. A little goes a long way, and it really elevates the overall finish.
The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer is perfect for saying bye to under-eye darkness. It brightens, highlights beautifully, and blends seamlessly for a smooth, radiant finish.
Radiant Creamy Concealer
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer is perfect for saying bye to under-eye darkness. It brightens, highlights beautifully, and blends seamlessly for a smooth, radiant finish. It’s my other fav!
F*ck I'm Flawless Concealer
This powerful little stick instantly bronzes and adds warmth. It glides on smoothly and blends easily for a natural, sun-kissed look.
Ceramide Multi-Balm Cheek + Lip Stick
SHEGLAM Liquid Contour is such an easy-to-use liquid contour. It goes on smoothly, blends effortlessly, and gives a clean, sculpted look. Love it.
Sun Sculpt Liquid Contour-Soft Tan
La Roche-Posay Anthelios AOX Daily Antioxidant Serum SPF 50 has been amazing for my skin. It evens out my skin tone and doesn’t leave a white cast, which I love.
Anthelios AOX Antioxidant Serum with SPF 50 Sunscreen
Urban Decay Naked Eyeshadow Palette is a staple for neutral looks. The shades are perfect for blending and creating soft, everyday eye looks.
Naked Eyeshadow Palettes
Body ody ody
The EOS Vanilla Cashmere Body Butter smells absolutely delicious and is super hydrating. It’s the perfect first layer for layering scents and leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth.
Vanilla Cashmere Whipped Oil Butter - EOS
This vanilla coconut body wash is my go-to. It’s hydrating, non-irritating, and leaves my skin feeling clean and soft with a light, delicious scent.
Native Body Wash | Coconut & Vanilla
Native deodorant is a great aluminum-free option. It’s gentle, non-irritating, and works well for everyday wear.
Native Deodorant | Clean. Simple. Effective.
Degree Clinical Strength is a non-negotiable for me as a stress sweater. It keeps me dry and helps prevent odor, so I don’t have to worry about feeling wet or uncomfortable throughout the day.
Lume spray deodorant is so good—I can’t say enough. I’m glad they moved away from the cream. It blocks odor really well, smells good, and keeps me feeling confident all day.
Spray Deodorant | Deodorant for Sensitive Skin | Lume
The Bushbalm system is a must for protecting your skin before and after hair removal. It’s a tested, reliable routine that helps prevent irritation and keeps your skin smooth and cared for. You need it.