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Beauty Favorites: Tried, Tested & Glowing
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items I’m 42, practical about skincare, and I believe great beauty doesn’t have to be expensive — but I’ll happily splurge when something truly delivers. This list is a mix of affordable staples and well-earned upgrades, featuring brands I actually use and...
Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you use them to purchase an item. However, some items are just things I really love and wanted to share and result in absolutely no commission at all.
Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you use them to purchase an item. However, some items are just things I really love and wanted to share and result in absolutely no commission at all.
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Beauty Favorites That I Think You'll Love
Good Hair Days Start Here
Makeup - Keeping It Light
Curly Hair Items
Face & Skincare
Nails
Beauty Favorites That I Think You'll Love
I've been using this toothbrush for many years. My dentist always compliments my dental care!
Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9500 Toothbrush
I got this for Christmas in 2025 and I use all the time. It's only 3 minutes a day, which is so easy to do!
Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite LED Face Mask
One of my favorite items I got for Christmas in 2025. It charges quickly and each cycle lasts for 15 minutes. It's so warm and relaxing. I've found it's perfect for headaches and migraines as well as relaxing to fall asleep.
Heated Cordless Eye Mask for Dry Eyes, Gray
The Haus Labs brushes are pricey, but absolutely amazing.
Foundation Brush
The set is fantastic. Best makeup brushes I’ve ever used.
Art & Artifice
Good Hair Days Start Here
This dry shampoo is my go‑to pick‑me‑up for greasy roots and flat hair — it absorbs oil, refreshes your look, and adds instant volume without leaving any white residue. It’s great for extending time between washes and keeps hair looking clean and bou...
amika perk up talc-free dry shampoo
This texture spray is my secret weapon for effortless, lived‑in waves with tons of grip and volume. It gives hair a soft, touchable texture without crunchiness, so you get that beachy, undone look any day of the week — perfect for styling or refreshi...
amika un.done volume & matte texture spray
Best mousse ever! Doesn't leave your hair feeling weird and adds great lift!
amika plus size perfect body mousse
Teeny tiny clips are perfect if you have short hair and you want to hide the clips in an updo. I use them for space buns to help make them look a little messier!
100pc Mini Hair Claws Clips Brown 1cm
I know this is wildly expensive, but I love it. It was definitely a splurge, but it's ergonomic and so lightweight. I hate drying my hair, so I think it was worth it to make the experience that much better!
Dyson Supersonic r™ Hair Dryer
Like a cool drink of water for your hair, this mask quenches hair's thirst. the rich, moisturizing formula provides superior hydration leaving hair manageable, soft, and shiny for days.
amika soulfood nourishing mask
K18 makes incredible products from top to bottom. This is an at-home Leave-In Treatment infused with the patented K18Peptide that renews hair to its most youthful, healthy state. Benefits: Works to repair even the most extreme damage caused by bleach...
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
If you're wanting to do the perfect slick back, these are the products for you!
Styling Bestsellers Trio
The goat of hair towels. I put off using this forever and wish I hadn't. I get no kick backs for this link!
The Microfiber Hair Towel
Legit silk pillowcase that's worth the money. Plus, you can usually get %20 off at Coop!
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Silk Pillowcase
I have short hair and this little curling iron is perfect for getting everything and creating great waves. I also burn myself less with a smaller iron!
3/4" Nano Titanium Spring Curling Iron - BaBylissPRO | Ulta Beauty
Great for adding some volume and smoothing hair at the same time!
Blowout Boost
I'm truly obsessed with the clips from Undo. They are perfect in every way. They are expensive, but it's a real love affair.
No. 1 Claw Clip Set
I use this when I shower. Keeps my scalp healthy and it feels great.
Deep Cleanse Shampoo Scalp Massage Brush - Diane | Ulta Beauty
Makeup - Keeping It Light
I love this stuff! Best for people who like light coverage, with a glow!
Sunforgettable® Total Protection® Face Shield Flex SPF 50
Affordable and works great!
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide, 0.8oz
My favorite lip gloss. It's just the best color and it works on everyone.
Clinique Pop Plush Creamy Lip Gloss Hydrating
My favorite mascara. It truly does stay on if it gets wet.
CoverGirl Lash Blast Clean Waterproof Mascara
I love this blush in the color Mia. I put it over the Sai Dew Blush. It’s perfection. Gives a little shimmer but not too much.
SuperSuede™ Baked Powder Blush
These are the base for my blush/bronze. I use the warm terracotta blush and the spritz bronzer. A little goes a long way!
The Dew-O
The goat of setting sprays! And recommended by Ernesto Casillas (Zendaya's makeup artist!)
3.4 oz Radiance Lock Setting Mist - RMS Beauty | Ulta Beauty
Curly Hair Items
With the softest hold, Miss Jessie's Pillow Soft Curls cream delivers the softest, touchable, fabric softener fresh curls.
Miss Jessie's Pillow Soft Curls Lotion 8.5oz
I SWEAR steaming your curls is the absolute best way to refresh them. It works every time.
Hair Steamer for Natural Hair w/10 Heat Levels
Your curls work hard for you. So, give them a boost they'll be grateful for with Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Refreshing Curl Foam. This lightweight styling foam redefines your curls, creating a flexible hold for a long-lasting shape that never hinder...
Curl Talk Refreshing Curl Foam - Not Your Mother's | Ulta Beauty
You asked, we answered with Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Fragrance Free & Protein Free Sculpting Gel. Created for sensitive curls, this curl gel sculpts and shapes your curls to activate a long lasting, frizz reducing style for defined curls that ...
Curl Talk Fragrance & Protein Free Sculpting Gel - Not Your Mother's | Ulta Beauty
You asked, we answered with Not Your Mother's Curl Talk Fragrance Free & Protein Free Defining Cream. Created for sensitive curls, this curl defining hair cream seals in moisture and controls frizz, while giving maximum definition to enhance your...
Curl Talk Fragrance & Protein Free Defining Cream - Not Your Mother's | Ulta Beauty
If you are a curly or wavy hair girl, this hair steamer is legit what you need to revive day 2 or 3 curls!
InfinitiPRO by Conair Steam Therapy Hair Steamer - Conair | Ulta Beauty
Face & Skincare
The best affordable cleanser for normal to oily skin. It’s gentle and has never given me break outs!
Face Wash & Face Cleansers for All Skin Types
Struggling with acne? This is super helpful. Just know that it can bleach clothing or pillowcases. I use it at night with a white pillowcase.
Effaclar Acne Face Wash with 4% Benzoyl Peroxide - La Roche-Posay | Ulta Beauty
I love this cleansing oil because it melts away makeup and grime without leaving my skin tight or dry. Gentle, soothing, and perfect for keeping pores clear — my go-to for a fresh, soft face every night.
Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil 200ml
LOVE this moisturizer. If you ever have face products that seem to tingle or burn when you apply, that's an indication that your skin barrier is damaged. This stuff helps repair that!
Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer UV SPF 30 - La Roche-Posay | Ulta Beauty
My favorite travel kit! I love all these products and they're perfectly sized. Plus you can use the bag it comes in!
Anua Sun-Ready Travel Kit: Sunscreen & Cleansing
I'm obsessed with Aquaphor, and this is like a giant chapstick. Legit I keep it in my purse and everyone asks me about it!
Aquaphor Baby Healing Balm Stick 0.65 Oz
If you have sensitive skin this lotion is awesome. You can use it on your face or body. I typically use it on my face and then the rest on my hands. It's really lightweight and lovely.
ONGREDIENTS Skin Barrier Calming Lotion 7.43oz
Swear by Paula's Choice products. This dramatically improves skin texture.
Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Exfoliant
This high-strength booster visibly reduces enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, fine lines, redness, dryness, and other signs of aging. Niacinamide (vitamin B3) works alongside vitamin C and licorice extract to naturally calm, hydrate, and restore youth...
Paula's Choice BOOST 10% Niacinamide Serum
Truly adore this for under eye brightening. Brighten dullness, even tone & visibly firm with dermatologist's favorite anti-aging antioxidant in its most effective form: l-ascorbic acid.
Paula's Choice C5 Super Boost Moisturizer 5% Vit C
Awesome products to go along with my red light mask
Dr. Jart
Here’s a $50 gift card for Musely! I love that you can easily get RX grade skincare. The Spot Treatment is top tier.
Here is a $50 Musely eGift Card
Easily get skincare that’s RX grade. I use the spot treatment. It’s personally formulated for me!
Whats The Hype About Azelaic Acid And Kojic Acid
I really love Anua products.
Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam infused with soothing ingredients and BHA that cleanses the skin and minimizes the appearance of pores.
K beauty!
Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam infused with soothing ingredients and BHA that cleanses the skin and minimizes the appearance of pores.
K beauty!
5.07 oz Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam - ANUA | Ulta Beauty
This is a great over the counter Azaleic Acid option. Recommended by derms and proven to improve skin texture and look. It has helped a TON with my adult acne. At 42, it's my biggest insecurity.
Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum - ANUA | Ulta Beauty
My absolute favorite face sunscreen.
Zero-Cast Moisturizing Finish Sunscreen - ANUA | Ulta Beauty
This leaves my face shiney and smooth. It's in my top favorite skincare items.
Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel - ANUA | Ulta Beauty
Aquaphor stan over here. I keep a tub in multiple places, but always by my bed!
14.0 oz Healing Ointment Jar - Aquaphor | Ulta Beauty
Put them in the fridge and they're glorious on your undereye. Feel great and help brighten!
BeautifEYE Brightening Eye Patches with Vitamin C - Pixi | Ulta Beauty
Nails
It's got a 4.9 rating for good reason! Affordable too!
Nourishing Nail & Cuticle Oil Treatment for Growth and Strength - Manucurist | Ulta Beauty
Body Products
I swear by this body wash. All things aquaphor are amazing.
Aquaphor® Baby Wash & Shampoo (16.9 fl.oz)
My favorite body lotion. It's thick and super moisturizing.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Dry Skin 19oz
Want silky smooth skin? This is my favorite body scrubber.
Mesh Body Exfoliator - Naked Sunset - LUV SCRUB | Ulta Beauty
KP issues, bumpy arms, bumpy legs - this will resolve those issues if you use it regularly! Combine with the african net sponge and a solid shower oil and body lotion and you'll never be softer!
8.0 oz KP Body Scrub & Mask - Naturium | Ulta Beauty
Absolutely will never live without this. It's the best shave oil. It's affordable, smells great, and leaves my legs and armpits feeling so smooth.
Vanilla Cashmere Shave Oil - Eos | Ulta Beauty
Splash Salve is the in-shower body balm that will replace your body lotion. It’s thick, rich, and designed to seal in moisture before you even step out. Apply it in the shower, let it lock in before you rinse, and walk out with skin that's soft, hydr...
LOVE this product. It's so good. Seems pricey, but it lasts a really long time.
LOVE this product. It's so good. Seems pricey, but it lasts a really long time.
Splash Salve
Smell Good Perfumes!
My signature scent. It's lovely. I've worn it for years and always get complimented.
Tom Ford Black Orchid EDT for Women 3.4 Oz
No kick backs for this, but I love it and it's too good not to share. Ambre Oils is from my hometown in Indianapolis. This stuff is soooo lovely. Smells great. I also use it as a hair oil and the scent lasts forever. INCREDIBLE!
Ambre Pure Oil Essence Pump