Hi loves!! Today I thought I’d share the top 10 beauty products I cannot live without! Okay, I can technically live without them but you get the point š These are items I use pretty much on the daily and most of them are my most asked about products. So here they are in no particular order!
ONE: ELEMIS CLEANSING BALM [50% off today!!]
If you want to up your skincare game, add this into your routine!! I highly recommend double cleansing. If you have never heard of double cleansing, it’s literally just that cleansing twice but using two different cleansers. First I like to take this ELEMIS CLEANSING BALM and this will melt all your makeup off. Then I will go in with this cleanser to cleanse my skin deeper. You won’t believe how much makeup still goes onto my washcloth by the second cleanse! Also, do not let the balm consistency deter you- it does not clog pores and is highly rated. I have had so many people that thanked me for recommending it!
This is a holy grail haircare product. If you want more volume, texture, and hold for your curls, get this spray. I like to spray this on my hair before I curl it to give it more grip when I use my curling wand (will get to that later in this post). This is also great to add to your hair before you put it up in a messy bun for more hold!
THREE: RIKI LOVES RIKI MIRROR
This mirror is essential for anyone that applies makeup. The best part is that it lights up and you can see everything! So whether I’m doing my brows or applying foundation it’s perfect to clearly see it all because, think about it this way, you can buy the best foundation, best tweezers etc but if you cannot see clearly to blend properly, not over-tweeze, or contour too heavy, this is truly essential. I cannot stress enough having a nice mirror and good lighting is everything. This one is great because you can travel with it too. They make a wide variety of light up mirrors and you can check them out here. You can also use the magnetic phone holder to film makeup tutorials or take pictures!
FOUR: CHANEL BRONZER
I purchased this bronzer a few years ago and stopped using and have no idea why because I repurchased it again and I fell in love with it all over again! It has the perfect tone- not too red, not too orange-y! It just gives you that sun-kissed, healthy glow that looks like you went on vacation. I apply it with a flat top kabuki brush. Just make sure you use a light hand with a cream based product like this.
FIVE: SELF TANNING DROPS
Speaking of sun-kissed glow, if you want it without applying bronzer, these tanning drops are everything. To apply, add about 3-4 drops to your nighttime moisturizer as the last step in your skincare routine and allow to sink into your skin a little while before putting your head on the pillow so it doesn’t just rub off.
SIX: MASCARA
I’ve tried to find a less expensive mascara to replace this beauty but nothing comes as close to this Hourglass mascara. It adds length, volume and doesn’t flake during the day.
SEVEN: BODY LOTION
I used to struggle with really dry legs and could never find a body lotion that would cut it. I purchased this lotion on the Nordstrom Anniversary sale and I am SO glad I did. This is already by second bottle – my skin just drinks it up!! I love that it’s a non-greasy formula and just soaks right in. Some body creams just feel like they are sitting on top of my skin whereas this formula is very emollient.
I recently added this eye care duo into my skincare routine. It’s SO important after the age of 25 to add in a my hydrating/anti-aging routine to prevent wrinkles as our skin starts to lose elasticity. The eye area has very delicate and thin skin so we have to give extra care and attention to it. I start with this eye serum from Elemis + then top it with this thick eye cream from Elemis. Immediately after a few nights using this, the area feels so much more hydrated and looks more awake! It’s a win for sure!
NINE: T3 Curling Wand
This is my most asked about beauty tool and it’s what I use to curl my hair every single day I curl it. I’ve had this for years and love that it has an interchangeable barrel feature too. I mainly use the 1″
TEN: LIP DUO
If you see a rosy pink lip color, it’s 9 times out of 10 this one from Charlotte Tilbury. It’s such a universally flattering color and I have been topping it with this matching gloss for a little extra shine and hydration.
BONUS PRODUCT: EYE SHADOW PALETTE
Because I cannot just pick 10 products, I had to include this eyeshadow palette that is an amazing dupe for the Too Faced Natural Eyes palette and it’s only $14!! Check it out here. I use thee shade medium cool.
Xo,
Carin
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