I grew up with a mom who was both a medical esthetician and a professional makeup artist, so clean, effective beauty was literally my childhood baseline. Add in my own autoimmune sensitivities, and I’ve spent decades testing what actually holds up fo...
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Eyes 👀
Cheeks💄
Lips 💋
Base ✨
Prime, Conceal & Enhance
Long-trusted sunscreen and skin-friendly brand Coola offers this amazing moisturizing SERUM SPF with skin-barrier repairing ingredients. This or any face sunscreen from this brand would make for a perfect base to moisturize the skin before makeup app...
Dew Good Illuminating Serum Sunscreen with Probiotic Technology SPF 30 - COOLA | Ulta Beauty
bareMinerals is one of those brands that has been a staple for professionals for DECADES- and for good reason! Their talc-free mineral powder and skin tint foundations were literally designed with promoting healthy skin in mind. In one study, nearly ...
bareMinerals ORIGINAL Loose Powder Foundation SPF 15 (Various Shades)
I don't think I'll ever stop raving about this concealer… As an RN, one of the featured ingredients in this product, arnica, is actually something I see prescribed as a homeopathic remedy to reduce swelling, bruising, and inflammation. Plus, niacinim...
Triclone Skin Tech Hydrating + De-puffing Concealer with Fermented Arnica - HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA |
This is another option for skin-safe foundations and skin tints. This ILIA serum skin tint is absolutely packed with hydrating ingredients that are great for skin barrier repair + protection!
Skye ST.5 Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 - ILIA | Ulta Beauty
Another non-pore clogging blurring base option that offers sun protection
MERIT The Uniform™ Tinted Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 45
Another high-performer from Haus Labs hydrating, firming, & protection!
Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation with Fermented Arnica - HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA | Sepho
Eyes 👀
Lashes, liners, & shadows
Tubing mascara has almost become the new standard for me recently! The gentle & easy removal and total lack of leftover residue the next day has converted me… Tarte mascara has always been a favorite, and as a bonus, this one just came out with a...
tarte tartelette Lengthening & Tubing Mascara 8ml (Various Shades)
about-face beauty, created by Lupus survivior Halsey, is a trusted option for non-irritating eyeshadows that pack a LOT of pigment to last you a long time!
This OneLiner from Tower 28 is great for so many reasons: can be used on eyes lips & cheeks, long-lasting and packed with skin-loving hydrating ingredients like shea butter!
ILIA mascaras are specifically formulated for sensitive eyes- meaning no more flaking and smudging with harsh ingredients!
After Midnight Limitless Lash Mascara - ILIA | Ulta Beauty
Gorgeous option from a concious beauty brand for diamond-like sparkles without the irritation!
Cyber Diamond Glitterpuck Pressed Glitter for Eyes, Face + Body - HALF MAGIC | Ulta Beauty
A long-trusted clean makeup brand- and their long-trusted cult classic lengthening, curl defining mascara!
Mad Lash® Mascara
Cheeks💄
From pink to plum, bronzing & blushing
Okay… I know this product is everywhere, but that's because she WORKS! Selena Gomez's Rare Beauty is formulated by a survivor of auto-immune disease and made without harsh/irritating ingredients. I love this blush for the naturally radiant finish!
Haus Labs face products = unbeatable. This contour stick isn't just hydrating to blend like a dream, but also uses a plant stem cell technology to visibly lift and plump the skin!
Precision Sculpt Shaping Balm Contour Stick - HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA | Sephora
Kosas talc-free glowy powder bronzer delivers the ultimate radiant warmth to the face while also moisturizing the skin for an all-day glow!
The Sun Show Moisturizing Baked Bronzer - Kosas | Sephora
This award-winning matte powder blush is talc-free & doubles to set and blur the skin for color that lasts all day!
Cheek and blush products from Tarte have always been a hit for me! This one especially has been my favorite to use on it's own or as a topper and blends like a dream!
Rose Blush Tape Liquid Blush - Tarte | Ulta Beauty
the Balm beauty products left Sephora shelves years ago… So this clean brand is my well-kept secret, especially since their blush act like a cheek stain & stays ALL day- think a shade of NARS Orgasm but warmer and glowier!
Hot Mama® Powder Blush Travel-Size
Lips 💋
Hydrate, plump, and perk up your pout
Apricot kernel, raspberry seed and rosehip oils combine in a slick, non-sticky and high shine lip oil for long-lasting hydration in a variety of sheer colors to love!
The latest lip everyone has been raving about- rumor has it this lip treatment is even night shift proof!
EADEM Le Chouchou Exfoliating + Softening Peptide Lip Balm
Of course this one is insanely popular for a few reasons: I love the feel of the shea butter balm, especially in shades like pink sugar with a subtle hint of color and a matching delicious aroma!
Lip Butter Balm - Summer Fridays | Sephora
Will repurchase again and again for the ultra-smoothing avocado oil with a glossy and perfect pink finish!