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Favorite Health & Beauty Recs: Face & Body

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From makeup, to skincare, to lip care, to masks, and everything I can think of. Since I live outside the Staes, I added some of what I know to work best as well.
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Makeup Stuff

Make-up, from foundation, to lipgloss, to primer, or lipstick. 

 
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You can never go wrong with the clear one. But if you’re coming to Asia for a while, buy atleast five
Lip Gloss
 
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The concealer for both expensive and cheap makeup users.
Fenty Beauty Concealer + Corrector
 
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You can never go wrong with a clear Lip Gloss and it's something I highly recommend for my simple but efficient girly.
Clear Lip Glosses
 
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Liquid for Foundation and Cream for Concealer
Foundation Makeup: Powder, Liquid, Cream| Official Site
 
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Hydraring gel primer and helps control oil.
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Mini Pore Diffusing Primer- Always An Optimist ...
 
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Can be a highlighter and eyeshadow.
Match Highlighter Stick
 
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One of the first primers I bought at Sephora and till this day.
The POREfessional Face Primer
 
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Don't know how do use these but I figured you can for me.
Best Makeup Palettes at Sephora
 
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I consider elf the high end "cheap" makeup option, but hey!
Poreless Face Primer- Large
 
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It's not the best but it's affordable and there are a few shades as well.
Bare Focus Tinted Hydrator Tinted Skin Veil | Porcelain
 
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Personally haven't used it but the brand speaks for itself. And, if your shade, you can find it in any drugstore.
Hydrating Camo Concealer
 
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As someone who lives in Asia, the cheaper masks are just as good if you wear them consistently .
Best Facial Masks
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Water works just as fine but if you're feeling fancy this works too.
Clinique Makeup Brush Cleanser
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I liked this one. but I'd say don't overuse it.
COSRX Master Patch Original Fit 24 Patches
 
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Low-key saving this as a reminder to buy when I get my makeup game up. But before I do you can.
Makeup Brushes Set, Mlemle Professional 25 Pcs ...
 
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You can never go wrong with a clear Lip Gloss and it's something I highly recommend for my simple but efficient girly.
Clear Lip Gloss
 
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Best Cheapest foundation on the market.
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation
 
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You might have seen on Shein
Buttery Bliss Blush Stick
 
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Gets the job done
Maybelline Fit Me 035 Deep Natural Finish Concealer
 
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Multiple shades, affordable and accessible.
Wet n Wild Bare Focus Tinted Hydrator Tinted Skin Veil

Foundations For Oily Skin

If you suffer from “that oil” you know finding makeup that stops or minimizes that is important. So here are some options that I found. Hope it helps you.

 
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I haven't tried this one but its another “well-known” make-up brand.
MATTE VELVET SKIN LIQUID Full coverage foundation
 
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Also has several shades and gives good coverage.
Pro-Matte Liquid Longwear Foundation - L'Oréal
 
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I like wearing minimal makeup so a skin-tint is most preferable.
Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint
 
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This, brand, was my first personal foundation future and I was never disappointed .
bareMinerals Original Loose Talc-Free Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15
 
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An expensive one but the people say it's worth it.
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation
 
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THe coverage can be light for some people.
Total Control Drop Foundation | NYX Professional Makeup
 
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And it has lots of shade.
L'Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Liquid
 
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It's somewhere between cheap and expensive but also reliable.
Maybelline Super Stay 24H Skin Tint + Vitamin C
 
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My first makeup brand I purchased and still swears by it.
BareMinerals ORIGINAL Loose Talc-Free Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 15
 
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Another expensive one but…
Gucci Beauty Éternité De Beauté Foundation SPF 15
 
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We know prize means “durability” so do with that as you will.
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation
 
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The packaging is dope as well tho.
Foundation For A Seamless Complexion | Lisa Eldridge Makeup

Oily Skin Care Products

Things I've learned since (minimally) getting into skincare while living in Asia as well as others I've read good reviews about.

 
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It's Mattifying but not sticky which for me is a plus. But most importantly is wasn't shiny.
Effaclar Mat Mattifying Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin
 
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I swear by this BHA. A big brother to the Cosrx’s.
Paula's Choice | Shop Paula's Choice
 
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This and Some By Mi are some of the best spot treatment for ance prone skin people. From bigger pimples to smaller ones. It's not a miracle thing but it works progressively.
Effaclar Duo Acne Spot Treatment
 
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I guess it's purple now, but loved it. The effects aren't instant but it leaves you feeling smooth and clean. It's a great mask.
Violet Ice Cold Plunge Pore Mask
 
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Not black skin friendly but the product itself is good.
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50
 
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Something to have in your skincare bag.
Some By Mi Spot Treatment
 
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I can personally attest to everything on this list.
Pin on Skin Care (from living in Asia)
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An everyday BHA that's worth more the price.
COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid
 
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I don't recommend using forever. Once the takes care of the problem stop using. (IMO)
Niacinamide (Oily Skin and Pores)
 
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Not a must have but a good to have.
Effaclar Clarifying Solution | Acne Toner
 
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The Green has some tingling feeling and feels nice.
Cleanser + Scrubs for Refreshed Skin
 
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On my way to buy this right now sir or ma'am.
L'Oréal Paris Bright Reveal 12% Niacinamide
 
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I recommend the orange set but I green bottle face cleaner and the face mask.
Ole Henriksen
 
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This is a bit strong, IMO, but it gets the job done. I also think it's not something to continue using after a while.
SOME BY MI - BHA
 
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Another patch to try.
Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector - Rael
 
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If you're into clean products, check these out. They might be your best bet for options.
Clean (potentially vegan) Acne Products
 
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It's matte, which is good for oily skin.
Aveneu Cleanance ACNE Medicated Clearing Treatment
 
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Specifically the "anti bac acne clearing lotion" which reduces oil but doesn't dry the skin.
Kate Somerville - Products
 
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Helps with breakouts
Unblemish Dual Intensive Acne Treatment

Shower and Body

From Lotions To Exfoliating Tools. P.S. From A Black Girl's Prospective

 
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Butters are always better than “regular creams” and the Cocoa scented options are the way to go.
NIVEA Cocoa Butter Body Cream
 
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Haven't tried but I know the brand speaks for itself.
Vanilla Cashmere Whipped Oil Butter
 
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Side Note: Apparently it's vegan too
Osea Body Butter I Anti-Aging Moisturizer
 
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You can never go wrong with a butter for a good skin to your skin.
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter
 
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Check out full list on Pinterest.
Deodorant For Fit Women/Girls in 2025 | Deodorant for women, Deodorant, Fit women
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The best wash you'll ever use
African Wash Cloth
 
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Multiple deodorant options for you to check out, pick the ones you like.
Deodorant - Body Care - 74 Products
 
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Has some good nutrients for the skin, affordable, and with a good size.
Advanced Clinicals Retinol Body Lotion, 16oz
 
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This goes to iherb, another site i recommend for all things health and beauty as well.
(iHerb) Retinol, Advanced Firming Cream, 16 oz (454 g)
 
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Apparently this is also good for eczema as well.
The Body Lotion 200 ml | Multi-Peptide
 
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Get the lotion as well if you can.
Body Wash

Lip Care

Just some lip care favs of mine.

 
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It’s held me down since High School and I’ll stick by it.
Burt's Bees
 
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Re-live your high school days with these trusted lipbomb.
eos Lip Care | All Hydrating Lip Balms & Treatments
 
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Honestly haven’t tried this, but the brand speaks for itself.
Vanilla Cashmere Lip Care
 
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If I'm honest, there's nothing quit like vaseline, but it's not a bad idea to give other's a try.
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate

Eye-Care

 
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Sephora Link
Topicals Faded Under Eye Brightening & Clearing Eye Masks
 
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If you're want to start the anti-aging early, go for it.
Murad Retinal ReSculpt Eye Lift Treatment
 
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Brightens the under eye.
Biossance Squalane + 5% Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum
 
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Another one for the eye.
Paula's Choice Pro-Collagen Peptide Firming Eye Gel Serum to Depuff & Lift
 
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You don't have to wait to be older to use this. Get into it now if your eye needs caring.
Clinique - Eye Cream - 6 Products
 
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It's reusable and with care, can be used multiple times.
Forever Eye Mask | The Original Reusable Silicone Gel Eye Pads
 
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It's also clean makeup brand, so yea.
Peptide Eye Prep Depuffing Eye Patches - rhode
 
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For the whole face. It's hydrating.
Bio Collagen Real Deep Mask: Pore Minimizing & Firming Care
 
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Helps with irritation and brightens.
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum
 
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Helps more with puffiness
A-Shaba Complex Retinol Eye Serum with Caffeine + Copper Peptides

Face Wash

Some Top Recommended Face Wash For Troubled Skin

 
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Good for dark spots (cleanser) but some of the products from this brand could also be good for you.
Differin - Acne Cleanser W/ Benzoyl Peroxide
 
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Good for acne skin and blackheads
Neutrogena Clear Pore 2-in-1 Cleanser/Mask
 
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I'm so mad that they don't have the oily version in stores here in Taiwan.
Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser - CeraVe
 
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Haven't heard much about it but Byrdie swears by it.
Derma Quest DermaClear BHA Cleanser 6oz/177.4ml
 
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Their body lotion is good so why not.
Aveneu Cleanance ACNE Medicated Clearing Treatment
 
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Helps with acne and pimples (and can be used on the body as well apparently)
PanOxyl - 3.0 oz Acne Foaming Wash with 10% Benzoyl Peroxide
 
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It's not recommended for sensitive skin.
Paula's Choice: Regular Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment with 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide

Lash Curler

I've used a Curler but I my Lash is just too long for it (personal self flex I apologise lol), anyways I think everyone should have on in her makeup kit. 

 
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Doesn't give a dramatic lift, if that what you're looking for.
HOURGLASS - Lash Curler
 
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It gives a dramatic a look if that's what you're looking for.
Surratt Relevee Lash Curler
 
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It's wide enough to catch all your lashes.
Revlon - Triple Step Lash Curler

Face Lotion

 
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For normal to dry skin. Would not recommend this for oily skin, check my other recommendation
Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer
 
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preferably for dry skin
CLINIQUE Moisture Surge™ 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator ...
 
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So yes, this suncreen is from TJ and it's mostly in stores (I think) but they don't have a link here that's why I recommended Walmart. But if you want to get it from TJ I say go for it.
Trader Joe’s Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40 Oil-Free Gel Fragrance ...
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