This week is kind of a busy week filled with random and miscellaneous things and so I just haven’t had time to sit down and collect any thoughts about life. But I did decide it might be time to revisit the topic of beauty products since it’s been a while. You’ll see that there are some constants on here from previous lists, but also some new discoveries because I am always on the quest for the fountain of youth. Or even just the fountain of my mid-thirties at this point because beggars can’t be choosers.
So here you go. Feel free to add any of your new or old favorites in the comments. I always love to see what products you’re loving right now.
1. Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50, 1.7 Fluid Ounce
Last fall I got the best facial of my life and the facialist and I discussed the brown discoloration on my face and the evils of the sun. She lectured me on the importance of using sunscreen every. single. day. even on days when I don’t feel like I’ll be outside. And so I finally decided to listen.
She recommended this Skinceuticals sunscreen and it is the best thing ever. It goes on super light and has a tint to it so it doesn’t make my face look white. It even manages to even out your skin tone a little bit if you aren’t going to put on makeup that day. I can’t say enough good things about it.
And even though it’s pricier than what you can buy at CVS, I will tell you that I’ve been using the same bottle every day for the last four months and haven’t run out yet.
2. urban decay naked basics palette
I made the switch to matte eyeshadow this year and it’s been a revelation. I’d read for a long time that when you’re in your forties you may need to think about matte instead of sparkly because it minimizes the lines around your eyes.
I wouldn’t trade the lines because they’re evidence I’ve laughed a lot. But I don’t mind not highlighting them.
Actually, maybe I would trade the lines.
3. anastasia brow wiz mechanical brow pencil
This is my favorite eyebrow pencil ever. It goes on light and is easy to use, plus it will last your for at least six months. For reference, I use medium brown and have pretty dark eyebrows.
4. Cover Girl Outlast Lipcolor All-day, Natural Blush 621
This is a recommendation I got from Jen Hatmaker on her Facebook page. And I went to buy it immediately because I’d actually remembered noticing Jen’s lip color at some point in the past, but it was SOLD OUT at HEB.
However, I would not be deterred and finally found the last tube remaining at my neighborhood Target. I like it because it looks like your natural lip color, but bolder.
5. Dr. Teal’s epsom salts, eucalyptus & spearmint
I guess you know you’re officially a middle aged blogger when you’re talking about your Epsom salts. Stay tuned for tomorrow when I talk about my favorite denture adhesive and what I like to order at Luby’s Cafeteria.
All that being said, this stuff is the best. I found it at HEB and was intrigued by the Eucalyptus and Spearmint component and it did not disappoint. It helps clear your sinuses and eases aches and pains all at the same time. It’s the perfect thing when you’re not feeling great.
6. skinceuticals overnight dry moisturizing cream
I have been all over the overnight cream board, but I have returned to this one and decided definitively that it is the best for my skin. My face is always super dry and when I put this on before bed, I wake up and it still feels hydrated and not itchy.
7. hummingbird farms julia body butter
Speaking of dry skin, this is my new all-time five star favorite. I can’t say enough about it. It smells divine, lasts forever and makes my skin feel so smooth and moisturized. And it’s mysterious to me because it is so thick in the jar that it still looks like I’ve barely used any in the last three months, yet I use it every day.
Plus, it doesn’t feel greasy or like too much on your skin. It soaks in and makes you smell divine.
8. bumble & bumble thickening full form mousse
I was just texting with Gulley and asked her if she had a favorite product right now and she immediately mentioned this. I happen to know it is one of her favorites because I’ve been with her when we’ve had to stop at Sephora just so she can buy more. She would tell you that her hair is thin and fine and this gives it a ton of body and lift.
9. st. ives timeless skin collagen elastin facial moisturizer
A friend gave me a jar of this a few years ago and it is still one of my favorites. It’s a great daytime moisturizer to wear under your makeup and the price is right.
10. dr. dennis gross alpha beta peel skincare pads
I was obsessed with these for a while but they were drying out my skin too much when I used them on a regular basis. So now I just use them once a week to give my face a little extra glow. I’m still a huge fan but sometimes I have to remember a little thing called moderation.
This also applies to my love of Sour Patch Kids.
Anyway, those are some of my current favorites. Would love to know yours if you want to share with the group.