All beauty queens need some essential items. These are products I have used for decades, They are staples in my collection.
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These are some of the skin care products I currently use, or have used and love.
I am a lover of all things serums.
My go to moisturizer collection.
Face
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These are some of the skin care products I currently use, or have used and love.
Regular use of facial skincare helps maintain hydration, protect the skin barrier, prevent premature aging, and keep skin clear, balanced, and healthy-looking over time.
This is one of my all time favorite toners hands down, and its super affordable.
4.0 oz Niacinamide Brightening Toner - Good Molecules | Ulta Beauty
Duping Shani Darden Retinol Reform.
Advanced Retinal Serum for Fine lines + Wrinkles - The INKEY List | Sephora
Hyaluronic Acid is super beneficial for the whole body. It is actually the only product that is proven to tighten the skin, and help with cellulite and sagging skin.
Acne Pimple Master Patch - Original Care - COSRX | Ulta Beauty
Dupe for Drunk Elephant A-Passioni Retinol Cream.
RETINOL CORREXION® Deep Wrinkle Rich Cream
Instead of Clarins Body Fit Anti-Cellulite Contouring Expert.
Nivea, Skin Toning & Firming Body Gel-Cream, 6.7 oz (189 g)
I am a lover of all things serums.
Facial serums deliver concentrated active ingredients that target specific skin concerns like dryness, dullness, fine lines, and uneven tone. They absorb quickly, boost hydration, and enhance overall skin clarify and radiance.
This serum smooths, and minimizes the appearance of pores.
1.0 oz Niacinamide Serum - Good Molecules | Ulta Beauty
Duping Sunday Riley A+High Dose Retinol.
Retinol Serum
Instead of Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum.
Resurfacing Retinol Serum - CeraVe | Ulta Beauty
TruSkin is a brand I have been using for many years, from lotions, to toners to serums. I use them a lot. I have never had any issues. I love the serums.
TruSkin Vitamin C Serum Face - Anti Aging
Good molecules is a super affordable and extremely beneficial brand.
Facial Moisturizers play a vital role in maintaining healthy, balanced skin. They help lock in hydration, strengthen the skin's natural barrier, and protect against environmental stressors like pollution and dry air.
Duping Peter Thomas Roth Retinol Fusion PM.
Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Face Cream Moisturizer - Fragrance Free - 1.7oz
Dupe for Clinique Moisture Surge.
0.5 oz Hydro Boost Gel Cream Fragrance Free Moisturizer - Neutrogena | Ulta Beauty
Dupe for Charlote Tilbury Magic Cream.
Collagen Moisture Filler Facial Day Night Cream - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
Dupe for Lancome Renergie Lift Multi-Action Night Cream.
Aveeno Absolutely Ageless Restorative Night Cream for Face, 1.7 oz
Instead of La Mer Creme de la Mer.
Olay Regenerist Face Moisturizer Micro-Sculpting Cream - Fragrance Free - 1.7oz
Dupe for La Prairie Skin Caviar Eye lift.
L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Hydra Nutrition Honey Day Cream
Tirtir is an AI filter Cushion foundation which finishes Semi-matte, It lasts up to 72 hours, if left on, I love it. I have different shades as I contour with it.
TIRTIR Mask Fit Ai Filter Cushion Foundation #33N
Such beautiful color selection.
Hy-Blush Cloudy Cream Cheek Duo - NATASHA DENONA | Sephora
Nars has such good quality foundations.
Foundation And Concealer Bundle | NARS Cosmetics
This is a very nice contour palette for traveling.
Pick It Up Cream Contour & Talc-Free Powder Bronzer Duo - GXVE BY GWEN STEFANI | Sephora
This is a dupe for Giorgio Armani Luminous silk foundation.
C3 Cool Light Medium True Match Super-Blendable Foundation - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
This one is a dupe for Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation.
Natural Beige 220 Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
This is a dupe for Nars sheer glow.
505 Toffee Infallible Up to 32 Hour Fresh Wear Foundation - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
This is a dupe for Tarte Shape tape concealer.
120 Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Treatment Concealer - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Instead of Nars Radiant concealer.
Natural Can't Stop Won't Stop 24HR Full Coverage Matte Concealer - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Makeup Revolution Reloaded Bronzer - Long Weekend - 0.53oz
Dupe for Tom Ford Soleil Glow Bronzer.
Golden Flower Crown MegaGlo Highlighting Powder - Wet n Wild | Ulta Beauty
Instead of Tatcha The Silk Canvas Primer.
Poreless Putty Primer - e.l.f. Cosmetics | Ulta Beauty
Instead of Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer.
NYX Professional Makeup Angel Veil Skin Perfecting Primer, Satin Finish, 1.02 fl oz
This setting spray is a dupe for the Mac. I have both and use them both. They smell the same and feel the same.
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Spray & Set
This is definitely my go to setting spray. I have been using it for longer then I can remember. I also use it to accentuate my eye-shadow applications.
Prep + Prime Fix+ Matte - Mattifying Primer
Instead of Fresh Soy Face Cleanser.
8.0 oz Hydrating Facial Cleanser - CeraVe | Ulta Beauty
Duping Urban Decay All Nighter setting Spray.
Dewy Setting Spray for Makeup | NYX Professional Makeup
Instead of MAC fix +
Make It Last Dewy - Dewy Finish Setting Spray - Milani | Ulta Beauty
Instead of NARS Pro-Prime Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base.
Lock It Down Eyeshadow Primer
Instead of Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer.
Light Ultimate Shadow & Liner Vegan Eye Primer - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Instead of Fenty Match Stick Contour Cream.
MegaGlo Dual-Ended Contour Stick | Light/Medium
Dupe for Huda Beauty Tantour Contour Cream.
Dark Cocoa Pro.Conceal HD Concealer - L.A. Girl | Ulta Beauty
Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Skin Therapy Oil Cocoa & Shea - 5.1 fl oz
Dupe for StriVectin TL Advanced Tightening Neck Cream Plus.
Gold Bond Ultimate Neck & Chest Firming Cream, Clinically Tested Skin Firming Cream, 2 oz. (Packaging May Vary)
I have had this brush for years. I love it. I think I purchased it for like $3, before Covid. I still love it. I use it to carve my cheek bones with contour. It is a must have.
e.l.f. Contouring Brush
This is a perfect Angled blush brush. Elf makes really good brushes. Don't sleep on it.
e.l.f. Angled Blush Brush
I have heard nothing but good things about this double ended brush.
F4 Dual-Ended Foundation and Face Brush - MAKEUP BY ...
Beautiful coverage.
Luminous Silk Natural Glow Blurring Liquid Foundation with 24 Hour ...
Very light weight and buildable. coverage.
Triclone™ Skin Tech Foundation
Eyes
I have complied a list of affordable dupes, to high end beauty products. If you know of any I have missed please let me know. I appreciate you visiting my page.
Dupe for Huda Beauty New Nude Palette.
Revolution Pro New Neutral Shadow Palette
Dupe for Urban Decay Naked Palette.
Wet n Wild Color Icon 10-Pan Eyeshadow Palette - Nude Awakening - 0.42oz
Dupe for Natasha Denona Mini Palettes.
Bite-Size Eyeshadow
Dupe for Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara.
Black Brown Voluminous Lash Paradise Volume Mascara - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
Instead of Benefit BAD gal Bang Mascara.
Blackest Black Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Instead of Dior Show Mascara.
Very Black 800 Lash Blast Volume Mascara - CoverGirl | Ulta Beauty
Dupe for Kat Von D Tattoo Liner.
Black Epic Ink Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Instead of Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liner.
Matte Black Eyestudio Master Precise All Day Liquid Eyeliner - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-on Pencil.
H2O Proof Eyeliner Pen
Duping Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado.
Eye Repair Cream for Dark Circles & Puffy Under Eyes - CeraVe | Ulta Beauty
This is the best mascara I have come across in a long time. I like a good applicator, and this one does not disappoint.
Black Better Than Sex Volumizing & Lengthening Mascara - Too Faced | Ulta Beauty
When it comes to affordability Essence is a brand that is the leader. It is not only affordable it is super good as well. This is up there with the high end brands.
I love these tweezers. They are especially useful if I get a splinter, which I do a lot more then I should.
Pointed Tweezers - Sharp Precision Needle Nose
The collector’s edition 5, angled brush, is handcrafted by renowned artisans with over 200 years of brush making heritage. Designed to get into the creases and corners, it also effortlessly applies precise contour and highlights. Bristle length, 16mm...
Wayne Goss The Collector Edition #5 Angled Brush New In Package
The collector’s edition 4, Large fluffy brush, is handcrafted by renowned artisans with over 200 years of brush making heritage. Designed to get into the creases and corners, it also effortlessly applies precise contour and highlights. Bristle length...
This smudge brush is a game changer. I have had it for many years, I just ordered I think 5 more because I am always misplacing it with my old eyes. So now I have a bunch its harder to loose them all. I use this brush everytime I do my eyes.
Sigma E21 - Smudge ™ Brush
Mix a drop of Duraline on the palette with a loose eyeshadow - this will give the shadow better adhesion to the skin and the formula will become creamy and waterproof. - reactivate thick gel formulas - dip a 31T makeup brush in a drop of Duraline and...
Duraline
I am eager to try this product out.
Instant FIRMx Eye Temporary Eye Tightener Easy-Wear Formula
I really love double ended brushes, it such a bargain.
F1 Makeup Brush - MAKEUP BY MARIO | Sephora
Instead of Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye.
Olay Eyes Ultimate Eye Cream with Niacinamide & Peptides - 0.4 fl oz
Dupe for Drunk Elephant C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream.
Due to the ever increasing prices of getting my nails done. I have tough myself and these are some of the items I use.
There is no need to spend a fortune on your nails.
Green Flash™ LED Gel Nail Polish Set - manucurist | Sephora
It has gotten so expensive to have Acrylic nails, do your own, practice makes perfect.
Acrylic Nail Kit with UV Lamp, Electric Drill & 11 Color Glitter Powder Set. Perfect Gift For 2026.
I suffer from weak nails, so I do the dip method. I love it. It is super easy.
SAVILAND Plus Dip Powder Nail Kit with Drill : 60 g Clear Dip Powder with Dip Base & Top Activator Brush Saver Enrich Castor Oil VE VB for French Nail Art
These are some of face masks/peels I use.
Facial mask, and peel masks gently exfoliate, remove dead skin cells, unclog pores, and reveal smoother, brighter, more refreshed-looking skin after each use.
