The winter months wreak havoc on my energy and my skin. My skin becomes terribly dry, irritated, and red. Apparently, it isn't bad enough that I turn into Casper the Ghost during these lackluster days:( My difficult skin always tries to get the best of me, but I am excited to share that I have found many solutions to the problems thrown my way!
First off, let me introduce you to Josie Maran Infinity Cream Intensive Creamy Oil. This is a beauty cream that tops all beauty creams. It can be used as a strong facial moisturizer, hand cream, body cream, lip treatment, treatment on split ends, foot massage oil, and eyebrow taming oil. I am sure that this fabulous product can be used in many more ways, but I can't afford to find out about other tricks it can perform. When I first used it I was surprised by the beady/oil texture. As I warmed it in my hands, the beads disappeared and it thinned out quite a bit. I use it on my face at night, as use in the morning is a little too oily for me. I purchased mine at Sephora and currently own the full size bottle.
2.2 oz $28
The next holy grail product is the Josie Maran Argan Oil Cleanser. I received this in a sample kit from Sephora. I have to say that I was concerned that my face wouldn't feel clean after using this product. After my first use I fell in love. My face did not seem a bit dry or dirty after use. One complaint about this product is that I have to use a makeup remover wipe prior to use as it doesn't remove my makeup very well. I use this cleanser once a day and take one day off a week to use an exfoliating scrub.
1.9 oz $12
I enjoy this next product regardless of the season. Mario Badescu Caviar Night Cream is a great nighttime moisturizer. It leaves my skin feeling extremely moisturized. I will say that if you do not like balm like moisturizers then this is not the moisturizer for you. It does feel incredibly thick when you first put it on, but in the morning my skin feels great and the balmy residue is gone. The best part of this moisturizer is the fact that a little goes a long way. The tub looks very small, but you need very little for optimal results.
1.0 oz $20
Last, but not least I present to you Lush Honey Trap Lip Balm:) This lip balm smells and tastes like...you guessed it honey!!! Lush is known for natural products. I have to say that this is one of my favorite products they sell. It comes in a tin. I do hate that I have to stick my fingers in there to get the product out, but if that is a deal breaker for you, you could always purchase a lip brush to use along with it. This is extremely thick and waxy. I put it on before bed and when I wake up my lips feel absolutely amazing. I have noticed that my lipstick always applies much easier following the use of this balm.
.3 oz $7.25
Do you watch youtube beauty gurus like "leighannsays", "itsjudytime", "missglamorazzi" and "eleventhgorgeous"? They might be a good source of inspiration for you if you are wanting some ideas for future blog posts. There are tons of beauty channels, but those are a couple of my faves. I've become pretty into them in the past year or so. Nice job on the blog and good luck :)
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