The type of beauty recs I give my friends- the must have splurges and budget friendly staples. Make up bag requirements and purse ready go tos!
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Splurge
This is one of my go-to mascaras for everyday wear. It gives great length without clumping or flaking, and the color is rich without feeling heavy. I love how easy it is to apply - and even easier to remove since it comes off with just warm water. If...
tartelette™ tubing mascara
Favorite budget mascara - goes on smooth without flaking. The thin brush reaches every single lash and is easy to maneuver for bottom lashes too! I always carry it in my purse for on the go!
Telescopic Intense Lash Length Original Mascara
Color that’s different on everyone? Beautiful presentation AND smooth, moisturizing color? Sign. Me. Up. A purse staple!
Almost Lipstick in Black Honey | Glossy Lip Balm
A classic for a reason! This concealer is amazing for both color and coverage! Staying power to the max!
shape tape™ full-coverage concealer
This mascara has me in a chokehold. I LOVE the thin and flexible brush, it allows me to get up close and personal with EVERY LASH! I get compliments every single time I apply this formula.
BADgal BANG! Volumizing Mascara
This one is a tried and true - gorgeous formula, long wear, buildable coverage, a brand you know and can trust
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation
A must. Fluffy, soft, and perfect for blending. Give me ten please
the buffer™ brush airbrush foundation brush
This is my every day scent - it functions more as a body mist than a traditional perfume but I feel like it goes a lot further! The scent is closely linked to DKNY delicious but has some slightly different notes
DKNY Golden Delicious Eau de Parfum
Be still my heart - I love a good black liquid liner. Long wear. Smooth application. What’s not to love?
Eyeliner
Love the packaging, colors, and application. Moisturized and pigmented, home run!
Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil
Saves
Absolute must have in my make up kit. Easy to use (light strokes work best!) shades that compliment a wide range of skin tones, and cannot beat the price! I love it so much that I have auto orders!
Micro Brow Eyebrow Pencil | NYX Professional Makeup
One of my favorite inexpensive but effective staples. I use this setting spray daily and even on my brushes when blending! Cost effective AND it works!
Make It Last Original - Natural Finish Setting Spray
I'm telling you - this is the first under eye concealer I've ever actually LOVED. Not only is the price unbelievably LOW, it straight up works. My under eyes are brighter and I look more awake and younger. This is one that I cannot go without even fo...
Under Eye Brightener
I love this liner so much I typically end up filling in my entire lips - the colors are beautiful and my favorite part is that the liner is not drying! The shades give a fun 90s vibe and stay put for the long run
With a Trace Retractable Lip Liner
Absolute YES from me - I love a good liquid blush and contour. Wide range of colors AND some cool tones for contouring. These are inexpensive but they last! Love to layer the contour with a pop of blush color and they melt together!
SHEGLAM Color Bloom Liquid Blush Matte
A classic FOR A REASON! As a neutrals and brown tone type of gal I absolutely love this line especially dusty rose. In a pinch, I’ve used on my cheeks for a natural blush!
Super Lustrous™ Lipstick - With Moisturizing Formula!
I’m a cat eye girl through and through- give me a long lasting liner that goes on smooth and I’m yours! This is easy to apply and stays put! All around win
Eyeliners: Liquid & Pencil Liners | NYX Professional Makeup
An absolute new OBSESSION. The colors are amazing, the applicator makes a smooth finish, I cannot stop raving about this
Lip Lingerie Lip Liner Stain | NYX Professional Makeup
Not that I’m out passed 9 much these days BUT this primer could go all the way! I feel so much more put together with this primer
Face Glue Gripping Makeup Primer
Skin Care for 30s
Must have for sun protection with a sheer finish - I do this one alone for everyday wear or with foundation for a more polished look.
Tinted Sunscreen– EltaMD
Yessss this is the one. This toner is great for your whole body - a toner for your face or in my case a great toner as part of a routine to soften my poor, overworked feet! The bottle makes it easy to use with cotton pads or without and the label is ...
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
Yes. Yes. Yes. My under eyes have seen better days especially after having a baby! This cream goes on easily, contains caffeine and is super moisturizing! I use daily and already feel and see a difference
Eye Serum 8% Caffeine Retinol Hyaluronic
This was weird for me at first, but I absolutely fell in love with the deep moisture! It’s a go to for my nighttime routine and I’m on my second bottle! I use it with my red light and in a nightly basis
COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence 100ml
This is the one. It’s so simple but it has so many uses, I use it as a toner, a refreshing mist mid day, bedtime routine etc. the witch hazel is gentle and soothing and the smell is classic too
Shop the Witch Hazel Products for Glowing Skin
Admittedly I am a Botox girlie - BUT this is a fantastic in between appointments and preventative practice. They’re a bit of a learning curve but once you get the hang of it, they’re easy to add in to your nightly routine
The Frownies
Ok hear me out - this collagen mask is SO MOISTURIZING - like - stayed out at a bachelorette party until 2 (for the first time in years might I add…!) and this baby brought me back to life the next morning (with a side of advil) but really my skin ne...
medicube Salmon DNA PDRN Pink Collagen Mask
Unfortunately - this is my life these days. Dry, cracked heels are not the business so this is a nightly (as needed) tool for me. After I jump out of the shower I lube my heels up and put on some cozy socks - the heel balm does the rest
Onyx Professional Cracked Heel Repair Balm Stick
Hair Today
For us coarse and curly girls - this brush is a must! I use daily with my conditioner in the shower, it never snags and my hair feels so moisturized without being a knotted mess after the shower.
Wet Brush Brush Pro Detangler, Black
Ok when I say that the deep condition lasted and my hair was legitimately silky smooth and still styled after more than 25 hours of labor and delivery I AM NOT JOKING. I am the number one fan of this hair system!
FIBRE CLINIX
Old reliable - I absolutely can’t stand wet hair on my neck or clothes - this allows me to take my shower, let my hair dry, and get on with my life! Great for deep conditioning treatments and chillin out reading instead of blow drying your locks!
Turbie Twist Extra Long Microfiber Hair Towel Wrap
This stays in my shower 24/7. I apply my conditioner, let it sit while I do my routine then use this brush to pull the conditioner through- my hair is detangled, soft, and easy to dry!
Wet Brush Official Site - Pain Free Brushing for Every Occasion
Yesssss as a frizzy hair gal, this moisture recovery system has changed the game. My hair feels moisturized, smooth, and even after heat styling still smells so good!
Moisture Recovery Shampoo
Scents to savor
Every single time I wear this I have someone stop me and ask what I’m wearing - the funniest part is people will say “you smell delicious!”
DKNY Be Delicious Donna Karan perfume - a fragrance for women 2004
I’m fully obsessed with this polish - I used to be a gel manicure twice a month girl but life just got too busy - I adore this polish especially in pink sand! It goes on smooth, is chip resistant, and the color is SO pretty - it’s iridescent! I alway...