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Some new and some tried and true beauty finds that won't break the bank!
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Amazing mature and mid-life makeup
 
Skincare for the mid-life and mature divas
 
The care and keeping of HAIR

Amazing mature and mid-life makeup

 
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Perfect pink powder to brighten your skin and blur fine lines
Infallible Blur-Fection Longwear Loose Setting Powder
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Glides on perfectly and stays put better than any high end competitor
Breakup Proof Collection
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The absolute best brow product, does it all in one swoop!
Eyebrow Glue Instant Brow Styler | NYX Professional Makeup
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A multi-use stick that I have repurchased over and over
Universal Light Wonder Stick Cream Highlight & Contour Stick - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
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Currently my favorite go-to for quick and beautiful highlight
L'Oreal Paris Lumi Le Glass Stick, Reflective Glassy Finish Highlighter, Glowy Golden Couture
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The most beautiful, pigmented colors with a subtle glow
L'Oreal Paris True Match Lumi Liquid Blush
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It’s a moisturizer, it’s a primer, it’s a highlighter, it’s a must have!
L'Oreal Paris True Match Lumi Glotion Glow
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My new favorite primer, water based and blurring
Facestudio Poreless Jelly 24HR Hydrating Blurring Primer - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
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No more drippy spritz and it holds everything in place all day
Infallible 3-Second Setting Mist Spray - L'Oréal | Ulta Beauty
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The colors are gorgeous and the price is right!
Burst That Tang Lip IV Hydrating Gloss Stain - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
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A perfect everyday palette for $5!
Wet n Wild Color Icon 5-Pan Eyeshadow Palette, My Lucky Charm, Camo-flaunt, Walking On Eggshells, Petalette, Sundaze
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My favorite mascara and the biggest bonus? It's only $5!
Black Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Essence | Ulta Beauty
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Long-wearing and lash boosting all in one product
Physicians Formula Eye Booster 2-in-1 Eyeliner Serum Ultra Black
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Skincare for the mid-life and mature divas

 
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Perfect to apply just before bed and wake up with soft, plump, moisturized skin
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Moisturizing Oil
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Perfect for exfoliating and prepping your skin before make-up… budget hack, cut them in half and use 1/2 in the morning and 1/2 at night
60 ct Facial Radiance Pads with Glycolic + Lactic Acids - First Aid Beauty | Ulta Beauty
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Makes my tired morning eyes instantly wake up
Skin Renewing Eye Cream
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I keep this one in the shower, great to cleanse with the steam
Skin Therapy Cleansing Oil Face
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A hydrating toner that feels great on your face
Hydrating Milky Toner - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
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Tried this in a travel size and will be buying the full size version, lightweight and non-greasy
1.6 oz Moisturizing Gel Cream - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
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A calming treat for your face at the end of the day
Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm - CeraVe | Ulta Beauty
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If you know, you know!
goPure Tighten & Lift Neck Cream - Tested
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Wake your eyes up with these energizing eye patches
Good Molecules Caffeine Hydrogel Eye Patches
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The Vitamin C version is my favorite for refreshing and cleansing my face first thing in the morning and last thing at night
13.5 oz SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water with Vitamin C - Garnier | Ulta Beauty
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The care and keeping of HAIR

 
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Perfect hold for humid climates without being stiff or giving you a helmet head 😂
TRES TWO Ultra Fine Hair Mist Non Sticky Hair Spray
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Smooths and adds lift for an instant at home blowout
One-Step 1-1/2'' Root Booster Round Brush Dryer and Styler - Revlon | Ulta Beauty
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My daughter introduced me to this vegan and sulfite free shampoo that leaves your hair feeling like you’ve been to the salon
Signature Shampoo
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The complimenting conditioner
Signature Conditioner
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Don't laugh, your mama knew what she was doing when she used these things!
Conair Instant Heat Compact Hot Rollers
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This is a lifesaver for me when I'm stretching between hair appointments. I like to spray it on my roots after it's dry but before I style so it blends in and looks more natural
L'Oreal Magic Root Cover Up Spray Dark Blonde
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