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My Tried & True Skincare & Makeup Favorites 💋💄

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Now that I’m in my late thirties, my skin has entered a whole new era… one where I’m juggling dry patches, oily zones, fine lines and somehow more breakouts than I had as a teenager. Finding products that actually work for my unpredictable skin has t...
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Skin Care

I am in my skin care era. As I get a little older I like full coverage makeup less and less,  so I really focus on a good skincare routine instead. 

 
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My favorite skin care in a travel/trial set for a great price. Try it out and see what you think! My skin is loving it.
mixsoon Pure Glow Essentials 5-Step Kit
 
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The smell is amaaaaazing and I love the glow and shimmer it gives. Makes me feel like a sun kissed fairy princess.
SOL DE JANERIO Glowmotions Glow Body Oil
 
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My daughter and I do spa nights at home and these are just fun. You get a great amount so they last forever and they do really soothe my tired eyes.
SpaLife Cooling Eye Pads - 48 Cucumber Pads
 
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I use this with my gua sha and it makes my skin so happy. It has become a favorite part of my routine. You only need a few drops so even the small size lasts forever.
GEMELLE Lymphatic Anti-Aging Face Oil 15ml
 
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This is a mask and a night cream in one and its like a spa treatment before bed. This is a splurge for me but I love it for a self care treat.
Youth To The People Superberry Dream Mask
 
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My skin is all over the place - dry in some places and oily in others and my pores were getting more noticable as I near 40. These help me keep things in check.
Medicube Zero Pore Pads 2.0, 70 Units
 
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Use this with the lymphatic anti-aging oil. I like to keep mine in the fridge so it's cool and it is soooo soothing and refreshing.
Sacheu Gua Sha Facial Tool - Metal Sculpting
 
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Like a magic wand for your skin! Does wonders for wrinkles and redness. The warmth and gentle vibration is super comforting and relaxing at the end of the day.
7-in-1 Red Light Therapy Face Massager
 
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Really gentle, really cleans off makeup quickly and really soothing to my difficult skin. Big thumbs up!
mixsoon Bean Cleansing Oil 6.59 fl oz
 
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Once the oil and makeup is off this 2nd step cleansing foam goes a little deeper, cleaning out pores while locking in moisture and nutrients.
mixsoon Centella Cleansing Foam 150ml Low pH
 
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Soothing and nourishing, this is healing food for your skin.
mixsoon Centella Asiatica Toner 10.14 fl oz
 
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Removes dead skin and any impurities for a brighter happier glow
mixsoon Bean Essence Exfoliating Hyaluronic Serum 1.69oz
 
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The last step, this cream is ultra hydrating and locks in nutrients to feed your skin.
mixsoon Bean Cream - Moisture Face Cream 50ml
 
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I just love that theres a mask here for every day of the week! Focusing on one ingredient each day that really packs a punch. I don't use it every week, but usually once a month or when my skin needs a little extra love.
mixsoon Daily Mask Weekly Care Set 7ea

Lips

 
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My go-to lip gloss. I'm picky and hate sticky gloss or anything that dries out my lips and this stuff is just always good.
Rimmel Stay Glossy Lip Gloss 820 Seduce Me
 
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Smells amazing, not sticky at all and makes my lips feel like heaven - its a splurge when I am able to treat myself.
Summer Fridays Tinted Lip Butter Balm - Poppy
 
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I love so many of these colors - I think this one is my favorite. It's definitely my most used. So pretty and just the right amount of color.
LAURA GELLER Jelly Balm Tinted Lip Balm
 
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Date night, parties, special events.. this takes my everyday makeup up a notch.
Kosas Wet Lip Oil Gloss - Hydrating Plumping

Eyes

 
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Love the accessible colors and texture of this eyeshadow.
tarteletteâ„¢ Amazonian clay matte palette
 
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Secret weapon to look a little more youthful and awake - a little white eyeshadow in the inside corner and just under the eyes. Try it!
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil - Milk White
 
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I've tried a million other mascaras but always come back to this classic.
COVERGIRL Lash Blast Volume Mascara Brown
 
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I've been using this for years. I love how it looks by itself, and it enhances and holds any eyeshadow.
Urban Decay Shimmer Eyeshadow Primer Potion Sin
 
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Go to favorite eye shadow. Lasts forever since it's so pigmented so I don't mind the price.
URBAN DECAY Naked 3 Soft Pink Neutral Palette

Foundation

Concealer, blush, bronzer and foundation 

 
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My tired mom eyes are the most challenging thing to cover and this stuff has done wonders. I look like I got a full nights sleep even if the kids kept me up all night!
tarte colored clay CC undereye corrector
 
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This concealer is magic. If they ever stop making it I will cry.
Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Waterproof Concealer
 
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So easy to throw in my purse on the run. If I have this and mascara I am good to go on a busy day. Pro tip - you can use as lip and eye color too!
Physicians Formula Butter Glow & Go Multiuse Stick - Berry Tan
 
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Very easy to use contour kit that works for me all year, even when I tan in the summer.
Aesthetica Cream Contour & Highlight Kit

Hair

 
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Hair ties! I'm always losing them, my kids are always stealing them and I solved that problem by keeping one of these in my purse and one in the bathroom.
iFwevs 50PCS Black Cotton Seamless Hair Ties
 
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My favorite shampoo and conditioner - my hair is fine and wavy. This brings out the curl and makes my hair so soft and shiny without weighing it down. My whole family caught on to this stuff and tries to steal it from me. 100 stars!
SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Set
 
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Get curls while you sleep without damaging your hair!
Gwabee No Heat Hair Curlers 9PCS Set Black
 
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My favorite texture spray. It adds volume and texture to my fine hair without making it stiff or sticky.
amika un.done volume & matte texture spray
 
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I know this says its for men but I really like it for adding texture. I originally bought it for my son and now I get my own.
L3 Level 3 Styling Powder - Natural Look
 
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Dry and style at the same time! Game changer.
Bed Head One Step Volumizer Hair Dryer (Pink)
 
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I have ombre hair and love coloring my lightened ends with a fun shade. This is the best!
ARCTIC FOX Vegan Semi-Permanent Hair Dye 4oz
 
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THE BEST toner for bleach lightened hair.
Bold Uniq Purple Shampoo - Blonde & Grey Hair

Nails

 
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I love this compact set that comes with everything you could need for a manicure and keeps it all together in one place.
Nail Clippers Set 18PCS Stainless Steel Kit
 
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I do my own acrylic nails with gel polish at home and save so much money! There was a learning curve at first and it took me a few times to really get it down but now it's easy and fun to do while I binge Netflix.
Acrylic Nail Kit with Drill, UV Light & Powder

Other Favorites

 
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I am cursed with bad teeth genetics. This toothpaste is remineralizing, whitening, formulated for sensitivity and uses only healthy natural ingredients - this really has it all and I've noticed a huge difference.
Davids Hydroxi Fluoride Free Nano Toothpaste
 
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Improved circulation and lymphatic drainage for your whole body - this is an easy and impactful addition to your self care routine. It's such a simple thing but has so many benefits.
CSM Dry Body & Face Brush Set - Natural Bristle Exfoliating
 
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Sooooo relaxing
16 Pack Lavender Steam Heated Eye Masks
 
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This is a staple. I use it in a foot soak or in the bath. I really feel the difference in sore muscles and just feel refreshed and relaxed after.
Dr Teal's Pure Epsom Salt with Mg, K & Zn, 3 lbs
 
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Delicious, totally addictive!! I can't get enough of this scent.
Sol de Janeiro Hair & Body Perfume Mist
 
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This. Stuff. Is. Gold. I was late to the party on this one, but all the hype is true. It really hydrates, plumps and firms up skin. I use in on my neck and jaw line and I can see a difference. Now I use it everywhere.
SOL DE JANEIRO Brazilian Bum Bum Cream