So this will be an ongoing post - I will add to it as I think of things.
1. Nivea creme - this stuff is simply the best in getting eye make up off. If you've had a hard day/night and need under-eye replenishing buy this stuff. If anyone knows where I can buy the smaller, travel-sized version
please let me know. I am never without this in my bathroom cabinet and on the road.
It's about $7.50 for a 6.8 oz jar at CVS.
2. Best lotion for post-shaving of the legs. Which, of course, is different than what you use on your face. I also would spread this stuff all over my body.
Say hello to my little friend.
Crabtree & Evelyn Body Cream
I prefer the Avocado selection, but since they have cruelly decided to discontinue that line I am in mourning and have stockpiled as much as possible under my bed which I will blow through all too quickly, I'm sure.
But this doesn't change the quality of their lotion. The Body Cream, specifically, is perfect for post-shaved legs. Some lotions are too oily (I have naturally oily skin so I don't like extra oil), some don't get absorbed into my skin but stay on top and slide around for hours after I put it on. I live in NYC where it gets humid in the summer and I want a lotion that I can apply and not have it sting or make my legs sweat afterwards.
Crabtree & Evelyn's Body Cream is by far the best product I have ever sampled. It's worth the extra money, in my opinion. It runs $28.00 for 8.8 oz which will last you a long time.
3. Face sunblock. This is something I am very particular about having both oily and dry skin on my face and also have skin that dermatologists have told me "should never, ever be in the sun... ever". I have to wear sunblock everyday, regardless of weather, and I am sure there are better, more expensive products that I don't know about, but for every day use and the right budget, Oil of Olay's Complete Defense Daily UV Moisturizer SPF 30 is perfect.
$14.99 at CVS.
4. Facial hydrating cream. Another great facial moisturizer I use at night before bed is Oil of Olay's Regenerist Deep Hydration Regenerating Cream.
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Often when I wear this out I will get compliments that my skin is "glowing". It's silky and smooth and lovely and doesn't make me break out. $18.99 at CVS.
5. Lip balm. I am also very particular about what kind of lip balm I use. I need to have it on me at all times and use lip balm with SPF in it as well, so I have sampled many - expensive and inexpensive - over the years. My all-time favorite lip balm WAS Rite Aid's Aloe Lip Balm but that doesn't exist anymore and it has been replaced by generic Rite Aid Lip Balm. This stuff is pretty good.
However, my current favorite is Banana Boat's Aloe Vera with Vitamin E SPF 30 Lip Balm.
This shit will protect you from the sun, stay on, it's not too waxy or slimy. It smells like vacation and keeps your lips smooth and soft and supple. If you have a matte lipstick that dries out your lips, try applying some of this before you put it on. I never go anywhere without this product.
6. Sunscreen. Don't get a sunburn. Just don't. If you use sunscreen and are out in the sun you will probably get some color anyway and it might stop you from dying a horrible death. Well, one of many, I suppose.
This is the sunscreen I use (Banana Boat Sport) when I'm out in the sun, especially when I'm in the water a lot and need good protection that won't wash away after ten minutes.
WAIT!!!!!!!!! Don't leave! It's just getting good!
7. Hair product- curling gel that won't make you look like you used Jerry Curl! Deva Curl.
It makes my hair curl and look so pretty people confuse me for a unicorn. Or a puppet.
8. Welcome to Sonya Dakar. Some of the best facial products I have ever used. I have combination skin and got recommended these products when I got a facial at D'mai Urban Spa in Park Slope a while back. I will say two negative words about Sonya Dakar: NOT CHEAP.
The Berry Mask is unbelievable. I have used it a bunch and it completely cleans my face of any oily feeling or any dryness. I plan on getting some more for my wedding weekend. $67.00
The Triple Action Scrub is also amazing - makes your skin tingle, you wash it off (otherwise it gets uncomfortable) and cleans out my pores very well. $49.00
9. Bumble & bumble. I wouldn't say I used their products alllll the time, but there are a few I adore and like to keep around. Their Grooming Creme is awesome- gets rid of the frizzy immediately and smells incredible. Gives hair a glossy, sleek look right out of the shower.
