Snow, and Ice, and Freezing Temps Oh MY! It's been winter with a capital "W" here this week, and with the frigid weather comes dull and dry skin, but don't worry I'm all geared up to keep my skin healthy here in the dead of winter. Check out some of my recent beauty buys and long-time favorites!
I've always been a fan of trying new beauty products, especially from under-the-radar brands, hello Aztec Healing Clay!
This version from Simple is affordable, and a brand I already trust and use. Of course, this may be more of a summertime product. It's hard to give up on my cold cream during this dry skin season.
Double Wear Nude Cushion Stick Radiant Makeup
I've always been a fan of trying new beauty products, especially from under-the-radar brands, hello Aztec Healing Clay!
from Amazon
I first heard about this product back in November via The Zoe Report and read that after the first application it can cause major breakouts, so I waited for my holiday break to give it a go. I haven't experienced breakouts, but I have noticed a definite improvement to the clarity and tone of my skin. This comes as a powder, which you can mix with water or apple cider vinegar to create the "clay". Then apply for 10-15 minutes and wait for it to harden. I have yet to feel the "pulsating" session advertised on the back of the jar, but I'm fine not pulsating. So yes to Aztec Healing Clay, it's become part of my weekly routine here in 2018!
I just read a slideshow from Refinery 29 on the benefits micellar cleansing water. I haven't hopped on board just yet, but I am considering this as a new makeup remover.
This version from Simple is affordable, and a brand I already trust and use. Of course, this may be more of a summertime product. It's hard to give up on my cold cream during this dry skin season.
#1 on my tried and true products list are these Acne Patches from Corsx.
via Amazon
I've been using these bad boys for several years and no other product has done so right by me in my adult years. I slap on a patch over a small bump before bed and in the morning all the gross crap has been sucked out! They really stop breakouts in their tracks! Highly recommended.
Speaking of recommendations, have you tried some good old fashioned aloe vera gel?
This Fruit of the Earth gel is a great alternative to makeup primer, especially for sensitive skin. It also helps "prep" skin for moisturizers and provides soothing relief after overly harsh treatments like peels and deep exfoliating. Oh, and hello sunburn!
One of my 2018 resolutions is to find a better foundation. First up, again from a Refinery 29 article--
Estee Lauder via Ulta
I'm on the fence so far. I think the coverage is okay, however, my skin has been pretty clear here as of late, so I'm waiting to see if it'll do right by me during my next big breakout... Also, using the cushion to blend causes flaking at the hair and jawline. However, I DO like that it needs little to no touch-ups throughout the day. But I'm not totally sold that his is my new go-to foundation.
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