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My Favorites: Hair, Makeup, & Skin Care. *Includes a section for men!*
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items Here are all of my beauty faves combined together in ONE list! If you prefer shopping on Amazon, I’ve got you! The “Amazon Links” list has ever since item and product I’ve ever bought/reviewed/sampled with links for your convenience!
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FOR MEN
Applicators/Brushes
Contour/Concealer Duo
Eye Brows
Eye Liner
Eye Shadow
FOR MEN
Products & items that are personally Husband and/or Wife approved
Scents are something my husband is pretty picky about. Buck Moon smells best after it’s sat on your skin briefly. Do not judge the scent based on the first smell! Let it settle in! I promise you it makes your man smell irresistible and enticing! For ...
Duke Cannon—Men's Buck Moon Proper Cologne; Scent Vetiver & Oakmoss
Applicators/Brushes
From sponges to brushes
I love the cost and efficiency of this beauty blender from Target! I also don’t feel guilty when I throw it away after a while. It allows you to accurately contour and blend cream or liquid types of makeup. I like to make ensure my blender is slightl...
Up&Up—Super Blender 1ct
Contour/Concealer Duo
Enhance & Balance
Conceal and Contour with the same product. I really like the lift it gives me underneath my eyes. It covers those pesky blemishes well. However, if you layer it wrong or the blemish is moist, or too dry, you may run into problems. The Milani 2-in-1 C...
NYX Professional Makeup—Can't Stop Won't Stop Contour Concealer; Color Fair
Eye Brows
Even & Intensify
This product keeps those pesky brows in place and lasts all day. The product in the first picture seems to no longer be offered, but it seems they have a slightly different, but similar product when you click on the link. Either way, I’ll be reviewin...
Kosas Cosmetics—Air Brow Clear Lifting Treatment Gel
I didn’t know what to expect, nor the exact way to apply, as I’ve never done much with my eye brows. I’m going to give it another go, as I’m sure it will be a fave once I find the best color for me. The color blonde blended in too well with my natura...
NYX—Micro Eyebrow Pencil; Color Blonde
Subtle & buildable coverage for your eyebrows without being TOO much. A product like this allows a lot of room for beginners (like me) to learn & build upon my skills. I literally will dip any eye brow utensil in this pomade it apply accordin...
Maybelline—Tattoo Studio Eyebrow Pomade; Color Blonde
The color I have on in the picture is darker than usual because I have it mixed with Maybelline Tattoo Studio Eyebrow Pomade in Blonde. The color is super buildable AND forgivable if you mess up. It’s easy to fix or lighten if you darken it too much!
Maybelline—Express Brow Fast Sculpt Eyebrow Gel; Color Blonde
Eye Liner
Subtle & Bold
No cap, I’ve had this for YEARS. I absolutely love it and I’ve made it last for so long. If you’re on the fence about trying it, it’s hard to find and more expensive than it should be. I will say, it’s $2+ more than it was yesterday. BUY FAST! I KNOW...
Maybelline—Eyestudio Master Kajal Eyeliner; Color Onyx Rush
Eye Shadow
Brighten & Pop
Make your eyes pop, brighten, and soften all at once with this eyeshadow. It’s hard to see in pictures due to it being so light. I like to line my eyes within the inner corners all around to the bottom underneath my eyes.
Maybelline—Expert Wear Eyeshadow; Color Soft Pearl
I am not an eye shadow girly, but this pallet is STUNNING! It really does last 24 hours+ depending on application of how thick/dark you want the pigment to be. I like to line my eyes with the lightest color to make my eyes pop almost like a highlight...
Physicians Formula—Shimmer Strip Eyeshadow; Color Nude Eyes
Foundation
Smooth & Uniform
Honestly, I bought this a while back, a couple years ago. I finally figured out how to use it JUST RECENTLY & my skills could definitely improve. Now, it is my everyday foundation. A little goes a long way, and you can build on the coverage, espe...
Too Faced—Born This Way Matte 24 Hour Undetectable Super Long Wear Foundation
I was surprised how lightweight this formula actually was! It literally feels so airy-feeling. It’s one of my favorites if I am going for a carefree, natural look. Sometimes I will even use it first then follow in with my Milani 2-in-1 Concealer &...
Maybelline—Super Stay Up Wear Lumi-Matte Liquid Foundation; Shade 110
Highlighter/Contour Duo
Pronounce & Revive
It took a few tries to master this one. In fact, it almost made my NON-FAVE list because I was too heavy-handed with it. It literally crushed and became unusable besides the contour. The highlighter is beautiful though. It works well to blend with a ...
NYX Professional Makeup—Wonder Stick 2-in-1 Highlight & Contour; Color Universal Light
Highlighter
Radiate & Define
I use this beautiful shimmery goodness every time I do my makeup. I prefer it to cream highlighter. It gives a glowy shine without being too much. It catches in light and sun, making your skin glow!
NYX Professional Makeup—Born To Glow Icy Highlighter Duo
It’s shiny and oh-so glamorous. It leaves you feeling beautiful and absolutely glowing. It’s one of the fastest going makeup products I’ve had in a while! I use it everyday, there’s not even special occasions for it. If your looking to glam up your m...
Maybelline—Facestudio Master Holographic Prismatic Highlighter; Color Opal
Lipstick
Daring & Vivid
The lipsticks from this line are my GO-TO for everyday use. I like to be bold with my lips so I can show my inner personality. I tend to be shy & quiet. Check out the other colors in Ground -Breaker and Show Runner on this list! The color Show ru...
Maybelline—SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick; Color Lover
I’ve been told this colors obnoxious and TOO bright. I disagree quite frankly & now that I have learned how to make my lips pop, I’m never going back! The confidence this lipstick gives me is phenomenal. Sometimes, I will wear this & dramatic...
Maybelline—Superstay Matte Ink Lipstick; Color Ground-breaker
BISOU JELLY Sheer Shine Hydrating Lipstick WOWED me from the first time I saw the design. The lipstick itself is cute and compact. The appeal of the product itself gives off clean, flirty, and kissable vibes as described. The color itself is bright a...
VIOLETTE_FR— BISOU JELLY Sheer Shine Hydrating Lipstick; Color cool candy apple red
Bright, obnoxious colors are usually more my jazz… but this one makes me feel like Barbie. That’s all I’ve got to say!
Maybelline—Super Stay Matte Ink Lipstick; Color Dreamer
Mascara
Voluminous & Lifted
After receiving as a sample for my birthday, this is my go-to mascara. I’m making it last because it doesn’t take a whole lot to give you the look and lift you want for your lashes! This product gives a mighty bold look, despite its mini-sized contai...
ILIA—Mini Limitless Lash Lengthening Mascara; Color After Midnight Black
Maybelline sent me this free sample on Lash Day. I was so excited to try it, as I like the big, bold lash look—since my eyes are microscopic. It did not disappoint. I did put like 3-4 coats, making sure to blink slowly as I run the brush upwards on m...
Maybelline—Lash Sensational Washable Firework Mascara; Color Blackest Black
Define, Volumize, Lift, Lengthen your lashes with Wet N' Wild so. defined. mascara! It doesn't beat my Maybeline or ILIA mascaras. I will say: This mascara is literally the only thing on my face, and I feel so beautiful & confident without the fu...
Wet n’ Wild—so. defined. Mascara; Color Black
I’ve always loved big eyelashes. I am always down for a good mascara. The Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High makeup series is THE BEST. The lash primer is meant as a first coat for your lashes. It can be worn ALONE in the color Soft Black for a sub...
Maybelline—Lash Sensational Sky High Tinted Primer Mascara; Color Soft Black
The second step after the primer: The Lash Sensational Sky High Lengthening Mascara. There’s so many different shades. The length is buildable and DOESN’T clump. Who needs Falsies when you can have them naturally AND for around $10 bucks. It also can...
Maybelline—Lash Sensational Sky High Lengthening Mascara; Color Blackest Black
The second step after the primer is the Lash Sensational Sky High Lengthening Mascara in the color Cosmic Black. It’s such a pretty color! It can also be used as a stand alone, which I did for a while till they released the primer! It’s quite doable ...
Maybelline—Lash Sensational Sky High Lengthening Mascara; Color Cosmic Black
Mattifying Powder
Bake & Set
Time and time again, I will always buy this powder. Until I find something different that competes with this mattifying pressed powder! I love how this helps me even out the color in my face when I put too much contour/bronzer. I use it in my T-Zone,...
NYX— Can't Stop Won't Stop Mattifying Pressed Powder; Color Light
Primer
Minimize & Smooth
One of my fave primers, however, not as a stand alone. I like to mix this with other primers like the Maybelline Master Prime By FaceStudio or use it on top of Milani Primer/Setting Spray. I love the lifting effect of it.
e.l.f.—Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide
Hands down my FAVORITE primer. Great used alone OR mixed. I mix this with the e.l.f. Power Grip Primer with 4% Niacinamide. Super great combo!
Maybelline—Master Prime By Face Studio Primer
What a silky, smooth luxury experience, that’s the bottom line here. It’s a great way to start your makeup routine! I could honestly wear it ALONE. However, it didn’t last as long as I hoped without combined with another primer—or a couple other poss...
e.l.f.—Liquid Poreless Putty Primer
Primer/Setting Spray
Lock & Extend
This doozy of a product primes, corrects, and sets to perfect a long lasting look! With 16-24 hours of protection of fine lines and wrinkles, it keeps makeup in place really well. I typically finish with this product for only the final setting settin...
Milani—Setting Spray Make It Last Original, All-In-One
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e.l.f.—Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray
Wet Lip Oil
Plump & Juicy
It’s not too thick, not too thin. The color is not my usual, but it was a sample. I like this product well enough to buy other colors but bright ones like pink and red. The stickiness ratio of this lip oil gloss is perfect. I hate most lip gloss beca...
Kosas Cosmetics—Wet Lip Oil Gloss; Color Unbuttoned
Lip Repair/Therapy
Restore & Replenish
I received this in-store at Target as a sample. I tend to go for brighter colors and usually lip products that are matte. A little goes a long way with this, I'll say that. I do not like the scent of the rose (it smells like actually roses, nothing a...
Vaseline—Lip Therapy Rosy Lips
Foundation/Concealer Duo
I am in LOVE with this dewy and hydrated 2-in-1 Foundation and Concealer. It’s also super convenient to be able to cut your makeup routine down by one product, WITHOUT sacrificing your typical makeup look. A little goes a long way, and it actually CO...
Milani—Conceal + Perfect 2-in-1 Foundation and Concealer; Color Light Natural
Blush
I was first introduced to this as a sample. Let me tell you, I am so glad I did! It was a little bright and overwhelming at first. The more I used it, I feel in love with it. I have NOT used a powder blush since trying this product.
L.A. Girl—Soft Matte Cream Blush; Color Kiss Up
Lip Liner
First time using lip liner EVER…and this product definitely slays. Priced at $4 bucks, no wonder it’s sold out in stores. Talk about beauty on a budget! The pigment is beautiful and bold. In the look pictured above, my lips didn’t smudge once. All da...
Wet n Wild—Perfect Pout Waterproof Gel Lip Liner; Color Currant Mood
Finishing Powder
Blur & Glow
I received this product as a full-sized sample from e.l.f. and I had to try it immediately. Unfortunately, there weren’t a lot of samples left so I got the lightest one that was available. Spoiler, it wasn’t light. However, I will be using it as a co...
e.l.f.—Halo Glow Powder Filter; Color Tan Neutral Warm
Moisturizer Drops
My fav way to use these Holy Hydration! Thirst Burst Drops is mixed into my foundation. Or I will put a layer of foundation on, let that sit for a bit, then lightly spread a thin layer of these drops all over my face. Then I follow in with a final la...
e.l.f.—SKIN Holy Hydration! Thirst Burst Moisturizer Drops
Bronzing Drops
My go-to way of applying these is shown in the 2nd picture. I am in love with the bright, tan glow it gives me. I even like it on its own, or even mixed together with the e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration! Thirst Burst Drops. Truly heavenly and forgiving co...
e.l.f.—SKIN Bronzing Drops; Shade Pure Gold
SPF Primer
Protect & Hydrate
RECEIVED AS A PRODUCT TESTER! REVIEW COMING SOON
IL MAKIAGE—SPF Primer; UNRELEASED
Haircare
**Please Note: 3rd picture is BEFORE. 4th picture is AFTER A WEEK OF USE**
Imagine how great it feels to get your hair washed at a salon: everything about this product gives professional salon quality. The lathering experience itself is mind-blowing...
Olaplex—No.4 Fine Bond Maintenance™ Volumizing and Strengthening Hair Shampoo
**Please Note: 2nd picture is BEFORE. 3rd picture is AFTER A WEEK OF USE**
Previous to using this conditioner, my hair was super frizzy, brittle, and dead-looking, especially the ends! The conditioner itself is really creamy and lightweight. The sce...
Olaplex—No.5 Fine Bond Maintenance™ Volumizing and Strengthening Hair Conditioner