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Best beauty items for a 40 y/o mom of a toddler
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items These are my most recently discovered and most used products this month. I am 40 so my skin is dry with some wrinkles, so I need products that make my skin look plump and healthy and youthful. Since I am chasing after a toddler all day, I don’t have ...
Hands down my favorite “treat yourself” item. Anytime my baby finally takes a nap I jump at the chance for some red light therapy. My 40 year old skin feels so plump youthful when I’m consistent with this
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro
This is my latest foundation obsession. I just discovered it. It makes my mature dry skin look so radiant. Perfect for fall with cooler weather. Also very affordable!
No7 Protect & Perfect Advanced All in One Foundation, Warm Ivory, 1.0 ea
Also my most recent powder obsession! I can’t believe I just discovered this! It’s a great value. The container is huge, and it sets my makeup so beautifully, my skin doesn’t look old or dry.
No7 Flawless Finish Loose Powder, Medium
I just started this rx this month, an WOW what a game changer! Not the same as over the counter azealic acid at all. I alternate with tretinoin.
Azelaic Acid (Finacea): Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & More
Ok not beauty, but I LOVE these leggings. I wish I bought them sooner. Take advantage of the 2 to $24 deal. They are so comfortable and suck me in so well.
Oasis PureLuxe High-Waisted Legging 7/8
With a baby, I am hardly sleeping. My nuface SAVES me during the periods of little sleep. It helps de puff my under-eye area and helps me look more well rested.
NuFACE
I NEED to use this specific attachment with my nuface. It really helps with the 11 between my brows.
TRINITY+ Effective Lip & Eye Attachment - Targeted Microcurrent Attachment
I love this pouch. It’s cute, and also has SO MANY pockets to put things. Perfect for going out with a baby.
Hip Packs
This is a perfect dupe for the it cosmetics superhero mascara. I LOVE this mascara, makes my lashes so full and alive.
essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Cruelty Free - 0.4 fl oz
I just discovered this shampoo and wow it works wonders on my fine curly hair.
L'Oreal Paris Elvive Hyaluron Pure Purifying Shampoo for Oily Hair - 28 fl oz
With a toddler, I have no time for manicures, but one coat of this makes my nails look shiny and put together and more importantly dries fast!
To The Rescue UV Gel Damage Repair - Essie
If I do manage time to paint my nails, these quick drying drops are so necessary, so my polish can dry quickly and I can go back to tending to my baby.
Quick-E Drying Drops - Fast-Drying Nail Polish Finisher - Essie
I NEED this eye serum in my life. I am 40 with a toddler, so underslept. This eye serum keeps my eyes from aging too much. Keeps those crows feet in check.
Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Triple Correction Eye Serum - Dr. Dennis ...
My new favorite date night purse! It’s so small and cute and it’s also great for going out with baby if you want a small purse and have a giant diaper bag.
Sheila Small Satchel | Michael Kors [US]
Not glamorous but it’s an EXCELLENT deodorant. Especially for chasing after a toddler all day. Very affordable and more importantly WORKS
Dove Beauty Original Clean 48-Hour Women's Antiperspirant & Deodorant ...
Treat yourself! As a mom I feel like I deserve something nice, and these have amazing noise cancellation for times you need some peace.
AirPods Pro 2, Wireless Active Noise Cancelling Earbuds with Hearing Aid ...
This pencil is exceptional for a pop of lip color fast out the door. The formula is so creamy and doesn’t feather on my old lips. I love Sand pink for a quick way to feel cute.
Sand Pink Slim Lip Pencil - NYX Professional Makeup
These shoes are sooo comfortable and cute and perfect for running around town with a baby
Women's Cloud 6 | White | On United States - On Running
These are so helpful for doing pelvic floor exercises at home postpartum . My Pt recommended this exact kit to me.
Yoga Sets for Women, Pilates Ring & Bands
If you are over 40, you need to treat yourself to an alkaline water filter. It Also has acidic settings that are great for cleaning and watering plants.
Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 9.5
If you’re over 40 and haven’t started tretinoin yet, just do it. Obviously you need to talk to your doctor first and get a prescription.
Paddock Labs Tretinoin 0.05% Cream 20g