i'm often asked what my beauty secrets are and, well, here ya go. all spelled out for ya.
the non--product list
get enough sleep--some of us need at least 8 hours. some can manage with 6. whatever works for you, be consistent and watch out for that tempting snooze bar.
manage a healthy diet--eat-in, go easy with the red meat, and splurge on occasion.
exercise at least a little bit every day--it can be hard carving out time for exercise so find it in other ways: take the stairs instead of the elevator; walk the escalator instead of riding it; park farther away from the entrance; walk to the store or ride your bicycle. every little bit counts and you'll be surprised where you can find it when you're looking.
drink plenty of water--a no-brainer. water keeps the systems working and is crucial to maintaining elastin in your skin.
wear SPF everyday--every. day.
great genes--have you seen my mother? total bombshell.
the product list
face night
philosophy purity made simple cleanser--i've been using it for 5+ years now and i love it. i will never change.
gnc cocoa butter moisturizing cream--my new miracle night moisturizer. it's luxurious and smooth--my skin soaks it right up and is now softer and smoother than ever.
bliss pore perfecting facial polish--every now and again, my face needs a good scrub. this one is gentle enough to use a couple times a week and my skin always comes out radiant.
face day
murad vitalic energizing pomegranate moisturizer with spf 15--i've tried other day moisturizers but nothing is as light or sits as evenly on my skin.
bare escentuals bareminerals spf 15 matte foundation--love this stuff! easy to find a great shade to match my skin tone; goes on easily and evenly; and won't sweat off your face when you're super nervous for that great date.
nars blush--ignore the name (orgasm) of this perfectly peachy-pink blush with a hint of shimmer. it's the best for just a tease of colour on those cheeks.
maybelline colossal mascara in glam black--i could indulge and sweep my eyelashes with the $24.50 tube of diorshow but why bother when a $4.99 tube works just as well?
becca loose shimmer powder in angel--i use this for an eyeshadow. it doesn't crease and makes my blue eyes that much bluer.
nars eyeliner pencil in black moon--i sweep under my upper eyelashes, a little along my lower eyelid, and a little extra in the outer corners. it's a great pencil that allows you to have as little or as much eyeliner as you want. it smudges perfectly well, too.
urban decay lip envy in berry--the best lip stain i've found. i put it on when my lips are without lip balm and then put my lip balm over top, generously, adding moisture and shine. this stain will last all day. i love it because it doesn't goop and doesn't compete with my other makeup. i never look too done-up with it on and i love the berry magenta pop colour.
hair
suave professionals humectant shampoo and conditioner--i swear by this stuff! don't let the cheap price fool you. it's better than any hair stuff i've used from the salon and i can use it everyday without build-up.
kevin.murphy.body.builder volumising mousse--sometimes for a little extra lift, i pump in a teeny tiny bit of kevin murphy's mousse. a little goes a l-o-n-g way.
body
dove pink beauty bar--the pink bar is soap perfection.
nivea original moisture lotion--i slather this rich lotion all over my body. i love the way it smells. i love the way it feels.
kiehls creme de corps soy milk & honey whipped body butter--since getting this for my birthday, i've been whipped. i drown my neckline, shoulders and upper back in this stuff. the scent and texture is intoxicating. a great way to get the day started. rarely do i splash any perfume when i'm wearing this heaven-sent cream.
wow. it sure looks like a complicated mess when written all out like this but it's quite simple. plus, it's my routine. i've got it down pat. -wink-
