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beauty products worth the hype (40+ years of experience testing products) these are my go to’s 🧴💋
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items In my 40+ years, I’ve tried a LOT of beauty products. These are the ones worth your money & effort. Tried & true faves and some newbies in my rotation.
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skin care
makeup
hair
bags & storage
nails
skin care
Moisturizes and stays put all night long
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate - Laneige
I use these about twice a week in the mornings
medicube Toner Pads Zero Pore Pad 2.0
When I wake up, this is the first thing I use on my face. I use a cotton round and spread it all over my face. It absorbs all of the oil and gives me fresh slate to apply my skin care products. I also use this after I workout to remove the sweat if ...
Clarifying Lotion 3 - Exfoliator for Combo Oily Skin
If you’re an oily girly like me, this is the best face wash. I’ve been using it for 16 years. I double cleanse with this in the shower. Removes dirt, makeup and oil but doesn’t dry out my skin.
Clinique Face Wash
I use this mask once a week. Haven’t tried sleeping in it but I like how soft my skin feels after I peel it off.
medicube Wrapping Mask Collagen Peel Off
These are the best teeth whitening disposable trays I’ve found that you can get over the counter
Opalescence GO 15 Teeth Whitening Trays Bundle
makeup
The foundation I’ve been wearing for 15 years. Layer on top of your sunscreen or mix it in. Good for oily skin. Lasts for years. Good buildable full coverage.
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Longwear Matte Foundation
Bronzer that is easy to use and last forever. Universal color great for most skin tones. Not cakey when wet.
Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Powder Bronzer
Highest quality brushes. The double ended blush brush is my fave. One side for blush, one side for bronzer.
MAKEUP BY MARIO Brushes & Applicators
I have tried over 50 mascaras and this is by far the best one. I like the original formula but they also have waterproof. Blue, brown, black and sometimes even a teal shade. I prefer dark brown or black. Use for both top and bottom lashes. With or wi...
L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Original Washable Mascara
Tinted sunscreen serum. Mineral sunscreen that lasts all day and blends nicely. Goes on white but matches your skin tone.
Sunforgettable® Total Protection® Face Shield Flex SPF 50
hair
This stuff is magic in a bottle. Hands down the best dry shampoo I’ve ever used. Pricey but worth it and lasts several months. Doesn’t leave a white cast.
K18 Biomimetic Hairscience AirWash™ Dry Shampoo
Hair growth serum that helps with post partum or stress related hair loss. Nice minty scent. I only use a few times a week where needed and it lasts a few months.
Divi - 1.0 oz Scalp Serum - Ulta Beauty
When I want some volume up top, I use this. Dries my hair super fast. Good for traveling too. The price is amazing compared to other brands and I prefer this one.
Revlon Hot Air Brush in Hair Dryers
bags & storage
Nylon machine washable pouches for makeup and skincare. Wipe clean. Customizable. Great quality. I use for my makeup, to organize my handbags and in my car. Also use these for travel to keep things organized and easy to find.
Stoney Clover Lane Pouches
My toiletry bag that I use for travel. I have had it since 2021 and it’s still in good shape. Machine washable. Has a hook for hanging in bathroom. Fits everything I’ve ever needed for me and my kids on trips.
BAGSMART Toiletry Travel Bag with Hook
These dumpling bags have so many uses and I like this color combo
Free Assembly Women's Knit Clutch Handbag, Navy/Blue
nails
I apply this to my nails every 2 days to help strengthen them. Remove and reapply once a week. Apply before nail color. I start with 2 coats. Prevents breakage on my natural nails.
Nail Defense | Nail Strengthener for Weak & Splitting Nails
Natural, classy nail combo. Lasts about 10-14 days.
OPI Nail Lacquer Bubble Bath & Funny Bunny
I apply this nail cuticle oil once a day. In the summer I apply while I’m at the pool after each dip is my cuticles don’t get too dry. Put it on liberally all over nails and skin around.
Sally Hansen - Vitamin E Nail & Cuticle Oil