Stuff that I've been enjoying lately....
Borghese Gel Delicato is an absolutely wonderful eye makeup remover, especially for delicate or sensitive eyes. Because it's a gel and not a runny liquid, you don't waste any and it's easy to use in the exact area you want it. It's very soothing and cooling and after a long day, it makes my eyes feel refreshed. A little goes a long way, so it'll last you a really long time. It gets rid of every last bit of NON-WATERPROOF eye makeup (if you're wearing waterproof, you should probably use an oil based like Lancome Bi-Facil) and also any lipstick stain as well. There's no pulling or tugging with it, it glides across the skin smoothly. So gentle that I have gotten some actually ON my eyeball and it didn't burn, making it perfect for getting every last bit that's up all in your eye. (I'm a klutz- that's how I roll, dawg.) A bottle of this bad boy is sitting on my bathroom sink at this very second.
Elemis Herbal Lavender Repair Mask was my summer go-to, so it was only fitting that I used up my last little bit last week right as winter is now around the corner. The clay really cleans out those pores making them appear smaller and more refined, as well as clearing up skin congestion. I used it because I had gotten a few blemishes from slacking on my beauty routine post surgery and within a day or so my skin was more than back to normal, it was in excellent shape. The lavender is really calming to reactive and sensitive skin like mine and rosemary zaps any buggerboos hiding in your pores. It only takes the tiniest bit and it's aroma-therapeutically very relaxing. (unless you don't like the scent of rosemary, thyme or lavender- I did read one bad review from someone who objected to the scent of the herbals.) I steam my skin first to really get those pores open then go to town.
fresh Umbrian Clay Absolute Concealer is a lightweight concealer that walks this weird line between sheer and being able to cover up even under eye circles. It has a lightweight coverage, but is easily buildable without looking chalky or gunky. This is great for when you need extra coverage over larger areas like if you have rosacea and don't want to pile on the foundation- this will blend in smoothly and cleanly with your foundation. There's a lot of colors available making it easy to find your perfect shade, I use the #1. Because of the clay in it, it's excellent for covering blemishes as it also provides a medicinal effect to help diminish spots. I like how easily it blends in and looks so natural instead of just sitting in a big thick layer.
Fresh Umbrian Clay® Absolute Concealer® 1
GoSmile Touch up Ampoules are so super cool! They're these little tubes that you snap with your fingers like a glow stick and they have a little scrubby at the end that absorbs the liquid inside and lets you apply it to your teeth. Great for carrying in your purse or what you to use after eating, drinking or smoking. much better than gum or candy to freshen breath because it also brushes your teeth and contains ingredients that prevent stains from things like coffee, tea, wine or cigarettes from settling into your teeth. Perfect for those folks who have long days- just flip, snap and rub! I ALWAYS have these around.
GoSMiLE Touch Up Variety Pack with Carrying Case
Big Girl Cosmetics has the coolest back story! The founder was in the audience when Oprah gave everyone a car. not needing the car, founder Kiley Russell sold the car to use the money to start her own cosmetics company! Check out this piece from Inside Edition
They have a really good mission statement too:
"At Big Girl Cosmetics it is our mission to not only provide the best, state of the art products in the cosmetic industry but to also offer affordable beauty products that improve women's lives. Our goal is to empower women to take control and honor their bodies to make more informed choices and feel more secure with their own definition of beauty. "
I have the Bling Diva Lipgloss
which is a luscious sparkly gloss with a beautiful tint of color and I love the twinklies! This is a really rich, nourishing gloss that isn't gloppy and feels delightful on your
lips.
For women of color, they specialize in liquid, loose mineral, and dual powder foundations that have been chosen time and time again as top picks for darker skin tones (I'm not in the position to judge, as I'm pretty darn pale...). They do free shipping on orders of $25 or more. I love that they aren't afraid to flaunt some kapow colors in their shadow range! They've got a shadow palette that I'd really like to try out, as these colors would make the green in my eyes really pop....
Borghese Gel Delicato is an absolutely wonderful eye makeup remover, especially for delicate or sensitive eyes. Because it's a gel and not a runny liquid, you don't waste any and it's easy to use in the exact area you want it. It's very soothing and cooling and after a long day, it makes my eyes feel refreshed. A little goes a long way, so it'll last you a really long time. It gets rid of every last bit of NON-WATERPROOF eye makeup (if you're wearing waterproof, you should probably use an oil based like Lancome Bi-Facil) and also any lipstick stain as well. There's no pulling or tugging with it, it glides across the skin smoothly. So gentle that I have gotten some actually ON my eyeball and it didn't burn, making it perfect for getting every last bit that's up all in your eye. (I'm a klutz- that's how I roll, dawg.) A bottle of this bad boy is sitting on my bathroom sink at this very second.
Elemis Herbal Lavender Repair Mask was my summer go-to, so it was only fitting that I used up my last little bit last week right as winter is now around the corner. The clay really cleans out those pores making them appear smaller and more refined, as well as clearing up skin congestion. I used it because I had gotten a few blemishes from slacking on my beauty routine post surgery and within a day or so my skin was more than back to normal, it was in excellent shape. The lavender is really calming to reactive and sensitive skin like mine and rosemary zaps any buggerboos hiding in your pores. It only takes the tiniest bit and it's aroma-therapeutically very relaxing. (unless you don't like the scent of rosemary, thyme or lavender- I did read one bad review from someone who objected to the scent of the herbals.) I steam my skin first to really get those pores open then go to town.
fresh Umbrian Clay Absolute Concealer is a lightweight concealer that walks this weird line between sheer and being able to cover up even under eye circles. It has a lightweight coverage, but is easily buildable without looking chalky or gunky. This is great for when you need extra coverage over larger areas like if you have rosacea and don't want to pile on the foundation- this will blend in smoothly and cleanly with your foundation. There's a lot of colors available making it easy to find your perfect shade, I use the #1. Because of the clay in it, it's excellent for covering blemishes as it also provides a medicinal effect to help diminish spots. I like how easily it blends in and looks so natural instead of just sitting in a big thick layer.
Fresh Umbrian Clay® Absolute Concealer® 1
GoSmile Touch up Ampoules are so super cool! They're these little tubes that you snap with your fingers like a glow stick and they have a little scrubby at the end that absorbs the liquid inside and lets you apply it to your teeth. Great for carrying in your purse or what you to use after eating, drinking or smoking. much better than gum or candy to freshen breath because it also brushes your teeth and contains ingredients that prevent stains from things like coffee, tea, wine or cigarettes from settling into your teeth. Perfect for those folks who have long days- just flip, snap and rub! I ALWAYS have these around.
Big Girl Cosmetics has the coolest back story! The founder was in the audience when Oprah gave everyone a car. not needing the car, founder Kiley Russell sold the car to use the money to start her own cosmetics company! Check out this piece from Inside Edition
They have a really good mission statement too:
"At Big Girl Cosmetics it is our mission to not only provide the best, state of the art products in the cosmetic industry but to also offer affordable beauty products that improve women's lives. Our goal is to empower women to take control and honor their bodies to make more informed choices and feel more secure with their own definition of beauty. "
I have the Bling Diva Lipgloss
which is a luscious sparkly gloss with a beautiful tint of color and I love the twinklies! This is a really rich, nourishing gloss that isn't gloppy and feels delightful on yourlips.
For women of color, they specialize in liquid, loose mineral, and dual powder foundations that have been chosen time and time again as top picks for darker skin tones (I'm not in the position to judge, as I'm pretty darn pale...). They do free shipping on orders of $25 or more. I love that they aren't afraid to flaunt some kapow colors in their shadow range! They've got a shadow palette that I'd really like to try out, as these colors would make the green in my eyes really pop....
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