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Maya Konarzycki
Nourishing skincare, simple and quality makeup, luxurious body care - from a mom of two in her late 30s.
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Lips
Skincare/Face
Hands & Body
Makeup
Hair
Lips
Long lasting, moisturizing without being sticky, smells amazing.
Lip Butter Balm, Vanilla
My favourite is the berry flavour. I have multiple and stash them around the house and in my purse!
Lip Glowy Balm - LANEIGE
These are the OG lip balms. Super healing esp in the winter. Love the original and the flavoured ones are fun too. Also a great stocking stuffer.
Vaseline Lip Balm Tinted & Clear Gloss Set
My absolute #1 lip gloss. Long lasting, very shiny, so many different shades and tints.
Juicy Tubes Lip Gloss
This is a beautiful lip product that I add to my finished makeup look to add that extra oomph
Dior Lip Glow Oil: Hydrating & Protective Lip Oil | DIOR CA
The ultimate lip balm, I use this religiously at night. Smells amazing and my lips have never been softer.
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate
I can't live without this scrub. Use it to remove dry skin and makes your lips so smooth. Tip - use before applying lipstick for smooth application.
Unicorn | Lip Scrub
Makes my lips so soft
Moisture Surge™ Lip Hydro-Plump Treatment
My favourite lip color product. Not quite a lipstick not quite a balm. Sort of a mix and it just gives you a subtle colour pop with moisture.
Chubby Sticks
Skincare/Face
I use this morning and night for a fresh glow and it really does make my skin appear more youthful
Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Serum
I kept hearing about this and finally gave it a try. I’ve added it to my nighttime routine. It makes my face GLOW.
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)
This is the most gentle yet long lasting moisturizer. It’s such a staple for all seasons and I use it twice a day.
Dramatically Different™ Moisturizing Lotion+
For the extra dry days that harsh winter weather brings, this is one of my must haves
Moisture Surge™ 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator
Obsessed with how these make my skin look. I also use the excess on my hands. Conveniently packaged and easy to use!
Collagen Gel Toner Pads
I love this mask as a treatment when my skin needs a little extra TLC.
Medicube Collagen Overnight Wrapping Peel Mask
A mild toner that use every night to give my face that refreshed feeling.
Clarifying Lotion 2
These actually make a difference in my tired eyes (#momlife)
under-eye masks for dark circles, puffiness & tired eyes
I’ve been using this daily for sun protection. It doubles as a primer and does not feel like sunscreen. Amazing product.
UV Expert Aquagel Defense SPF 50 Suncare & Primer - Lancôme Canada
I will always replenish this product and have multiples in large and travel size. Smells great, feels great, instantly refreshes. 10/10 product.
Beauty Elixir Prep, Set, Glow Face Mist - Caudalie
Such a hydrating and comforting treatment. I use weekly (#facemaskfriday)!
Face Masks With Aloe
Luxurious night cream, really improves skin tone and texture.
advanced génifique night cream
Life changing makeup remover wipe (reusable)
Classic Facecloth | BLUSH
Such a gentle remover
Micellar Cleansing Water - Facial Cleanser & Makeup Remover
My skin has lots of redness to it and this helps so much.
10% Azelaic Booster for Redness Relief - Paula's Choice | Sephora
I was gifted this and blown away by the unbelievably rich texture, amazing smell, and the softness it gave to my face.
Chebula Extreme Cream
Can’t stress enough how much of a game changer this is. It’s an instant boost and words can’t describe how perfect the glow is.
True Match Face LUMI GLOTION
Obsessed with the instant glow this gives me! It also smells fantastic.
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops
Another daily staple of mine - use in the morning or after a shower for the perfect glow.
Collagen Gel Toner Pads
A sunscreen that doesn’t feel or smell like sunscreen!
LANEIGE Hydro UV Defense Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
Skin miracle worker
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner for Clear Skin
Love this for everyday use, feels great on my skin
Glazing Milk
I love The Ordinary. This is my "late 30s" aging starter kit.
The Age Support Set
Gentle, not harsh - good for sensitive skin.
enzyme cleanser
Your face deserves a fresh, clean wipe every time. Don’t use the hand towel!!
Nat.&Co. Derma Care Pro USDA Biobased
I got this in an IPSY bag years ago and STILL buy it. It is so good for sensitive skin and very soothing.
Hey Honey Good Morning Silk Facial Serum 1oz
Hands & Body
Fragrance free, super moisturizing, not greasy. I use every time I shower and throughout the day on hands, and other dry areas.
Moisturizing Cream - Skincare
A splurge but 100% worth it. Hands need care too!
repairing & youth hand balm - Abeille Royale
I use it nightly and it has improved my cuticle dryness big time.
Vitamin E Nail & Cuticle Oil
Hands down one of the best creams for dry and sensitive skin.
AVEENO® Daily Moisturizing Cream For Dry & Sensitive Skin
SUCH a hidden gem! I add this to my body lotion when I want a glimmer and it smells SO good!
Fairy Dust Dusting Powder
For a luxury shower, the geranium leaf body cleanser is my go to. The scent is transformative.
Body Cleansers & Scrubs | Luxury Bath & Body Products
Love to put these out in my guest bathroom when hosting. It elevates hand washing and is such a nice detail.
Luxury Hand Washes & Balms | Cleanse, Hydrate & More - Aesop CA
A splurge but a great quality product. I use on specific spots to get the most use out of it.
ANTI-AGING BODY CREAM
I am actually obsessed with this. I can't imagine switching back to regular body wash for down there!
V WASH
The ONLY thing that works for my keratosis pilaris (bumpy skin)!!! This product lives is in my shower and forever being restocked.
First Aid Beauty - KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub with 10% AHA
So glad this brand exists.
Best Products For Keratosis Pilaris
Soothes my skin from harsh conditions and is not greasy. Also LOVED as a belly oil while pregant.
Pure Radiance Body Oil
Makeup
Great coverage but very natural
Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation
Perfect powder that holds makeup and covers shine with the loveliest subtle glow
Translucent Loose Setting Powder - Laura Mercier
Best natural shades and lasts SO long
Brow Wiz
Been wearing this daily for years. Adds such a “put together” vibe to your look, even with other no makeup.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Clear Brow Gel Flexible Medium-Hold Eyebrow Setter
For that glam highlight you need for a night out, this is my go to
Heaven's Hue Highlighter
Looks like you just got a tan in Tulum, smells like chocolate, lasts long, this is the best bronzer!
Matte Bronzer: Chocolate Soleil Bronzing Powder
Use as a concealer, under eyes, on red spots and where skin tone is uneven.
Makeup Colour Correctors
I am not a huge mascara person but this one I love. It isn't clumpy and looks natural.
Limitless Lash Lengthening Mascara - ILIA | Sephora
Hair
Honestly, this was a great investment for me. I use it almost daily and finally LOVE the way my hair looks. It is worth every penny!
Dyson Airwrap i.d.™ multi-styler and dryer Straight+Wavy (Jasper Plum)
My scalp gets dry in the winter and this helps. Also helped with postpartum hair loss.
Mini HoliRoots™ Pre-wash Hair Treatment Oil - Fable & Mane | Sephora
I use this right after the shower and my hair combs easily!
MahaMane™ Detangling Leave-in Conditioner - Fable & Mane | Sephora
Spray a detangler or leave in then use the wetbrush to comb through any tangles. Works amazing!
Wet Brush - Hair Styling Tools & Care
Comb through wet hair WITH conditioner on and it will rinse out so clean and detangled
Shower Detangling Comb
This is my FAVE, go-to spray before heat styling. Prevents breakage and damage. It smells SO good too.
brilliant™ damage control™ | Aveda
Skip the harsh towel drying and opt for these gentler and more absorbent towels.
Microfiber Hair Towel
