Natalie Love Beauty created this tag. I thought it would be fun to do. It really got me thinking about products I've loved throughout the years. Thanks for coming up with this tag Natalie! :)
- Primer: N/A - I haven't found my HG primer yet so I've never repurchased one.
- Foundation: Rimmel Wake Me Up foundation - takes away the dullness of winter skin and has good coverage.
- BB/CC/DD (let's call it alphabet) Cream: N/A - I've tried the Marcelle BB Cream and it broke me out so much that I stayed away from BB Cream for a year. I like the Rimmel BB Cream but it can make me shiny throughout the day so I don't think I would repurchase it. I would like to try the Physician's Formula Organic Wear CC Cream because I've heard good things about it. I've repurchased the Physician's Formula Organic Wear Tinted Moisturizer a few times. I eventually stopped buying it because I would go through a bottle so quickly and it would make my forehead shiny.
- Concealer: Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer in Radiant - It just brightens up my eye area and doubles as a highlighter. I've also repurchased the Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer a few times because it's easy to apply and has good coverage.
- Powder: Rimmel Stay Matte Powder in 001 Transparent - it does what the name implies, keeps you matte.
- Blush: Rimmel Powder Blush in Santa Rose - it adds a natural flush and looks great with a tan. It was the first blush I ever bought. If you can find it I'd highly recommend it.
- Bronzer: NYC Smooth Skin Bronzer in Sunny - I don't use much bronzer and this one gets the job done.
- Highlighter: Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer in Radiant
- Makeup Setting Spray: Urban Decay All Nighter - It helps make my makeup last all day.
- Primer: NARS pro prime smudge proof eyeshadow base - the absolute best primer for oily eyelids.
- Eye Shadow (Powder/Cream):
- Mascara: CoverGirl Clump Crusher (waterproof version) - looks natural, lengthens and makes my lashes look better. Before that I used to always repurchase the Revlon Growluscious mascara because it made my lashes look fuller.
- Eyeliner: Rimmel Scandeaeyes Kohl Kajal Eyeliner in Nude - great for brightening up your lower lash liner. Physician's Formula Shimmer Strips Custom Eye Enhancing Eyeliner Trio in Warm Nude - comes with 3 eyeliners, copper, pewter and black, they don't smudge and are very pigmented.
- Brow Definer: any brown eyeshadow
- Brow Gel: Maybelline Great Lash Clear Mascara - I used to use this on my brows back in highschool when I didn't even know that brow gel existed.
- Lip Balm/Tinted Lip Balm: Maybelline Babylips in Quenched - good for when you're on the go because it's clear and smells like lemon (I love lemon).
- Lipstick/ Lip Stain/ Lip Butter: MAC Syrup - my favorite MLBB shade
- Lipgloss: When I was in high school I always wore the Maybelline Shine Sensational Lip Gloss in Glamorous Guava. I was obsessed with it. I loved the scent and it made my lips feel nice. I don't wear much lip gloss anymore and if I were to purchase a lip gloss right now it would be anything from NYX.
- Lip Scrub: N/A - I make my own. 1tbls coconut oil, 2tbls raw sugar, 1-2tsp honey, 1-2tsp olive oil. (I use less honey and olive oil because I like it to have a thick consistancy).
MOST REPURCHASED: SKIN CARE
- Moisturizer: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream - I don't know how many times I've repurchases this. I just love it so much. It's good for getting rid of dry patches. Nivea Creme - the original cream in the blue tub. When I was a teenage when my skin would get irritated I would use this and it would get my skin back to normal in a few days. It's really thick, unscented and affordable. I've found products that I prefer but this is a classic.
- Cleanser: Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash Redness Soothing - I've used this for years and it always helped control my breakouts.
- Exfoliator/Scrub : Neutrogena Oil Acne Wash Free Redness Soothing gentle scrub - I honestly only use it because sometimes they include it for free with the face wash.
- Toner: I don't always use a toner and when I was to use a toner type product I use Bioderma Sensibio H20 because it feels refreshing
- Makeup Remover: Bioderma Sensibio H20 (HG status) and the Aveeno Ultra-Calming Makeup Removing Wipes - feels soothing and doesn't irritate my eyes.
- Serum: N/A - I haven't found a good one yet.
- Mask: N/A - I make my own. 2 tbls Plain Greek Yogurt, about 5 or 6 drops of Vitamin E oil and 1tbls honey. It's very hydrating.
- Spot Treatment: La Roche-Posay Effaclar DUO - dries out break outs and prevents new one from popping up. When I was a teenage I always used the Clean & Clear Acne Spot Treatment. That stuff was amazing. It worked so fast. I'd put it on at night and then in the morning my zip would actually be smaller and in 2 or 3 days it would be gone. Sadly, it doesn't work on me anymore.
- Eye Cream: N/A - right now I use coconut oil but I'm still on the hunt for the perfect hydrating eye cream.
- Hand Cream: First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream - my HG hand cream. I also use it on dry patches on my face and body to sooth my skin.
- Body Lotion: Aveeno Daily Moisturizer for Dry Skin - I've used it for years. There's always a bottle of it in my house because my mother loves it.
- Sunscreen: Hawaiian Tropics Silk Hydration Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 - I burn easily and when I use this I don't get a sunburn. It smells like coconut. It also has moisturizing ribbons it it so it feels good on the skin.
- Self Tanner: Jergens Natural Glow + Firming Daily Moisturizer - it builds up gradually so it looks natural.
- Shampoo/Conditioner: Tresemme Keratin Smooth Shampoo & Conditioner - controls frizz, prevents poofiness, makes my hair shiny and smells good.
- Dry Shampoo: Tresemme fresh start moisturizing waterless foam shampoo - it doesn't leave a white cast and it smells good.
- Leave-in Treatment: N/A
- Detangler: My conditioner and a wide tooth comb - Can you tell I have curly hair?
- Hair Oil: Josie Maran Argan oil - nourishes the ends of my hair
- Hair Spray: Tresemme Tres Two Freeze Hold Hairspray - it's basic, the bottle is huge and it gets the job done. Whenever I curl my hair I know I can count on this to keep them in place all day.
- Heat Protectant: got 2 b crazysleek flat iron & blowdry lotion - prevents frizz, makes my hair shiny, smells good and protects my hair. I've repurchased this countless times. My haircare routine can't survive without it. HG status.
- Styling Product (Mousse, Gel, Serum): Herbal Essenses Tousle Me Softly Tousling Mousse and Herbal Essenses Totally Twisted Curl Boosting Mousse. I always had either one or the other on hand at all times back in high school.
- Base/Top Coat: Essie Grow Stronger base coat. Sally Hansen Insta-dri Anti-Chip top coat (red bottle).
- Cuticle Cream/Oil: Josie Maran Argan Oil
- Nail Polish: Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear in Posh Plum. It's sad that I currently don't own a bottle of this polish because about 5-6 years ago I wore this so much. I remember repurchasing it a few times because it was a dupe for a nail polish that a friend of mine had bought me on a trip to London.
- Nail Polish Remover: Sally Hansen Salon Formula Polish Remover, Sally Hansen Kwick Off Salon Formula Polish Remover
MOST REPURCHASED: PERSONAL CARE
- Deodorant: Secret Clinical Strength Stress Response Women's Advanced Solid Serene Citrus Scent Antiperspirant & Deodorant - long name but this is the best.
- Body Wash/Shower Gel: Dove Go Fresh Body Wash in Cool Moisture (cucumber and green tea scent) and Fresh Restore (blue fig and orange blossom scent) - the scent is light and you feel so fresh and clean after using these.
- Hand Soap (Liquid/Bar): Dove Go Fresh Beauty Bar in Cool Moisture, Restore and Revive Beauty - all wonderful scents and they all feel moisturizing on my skin. I also use these to wash my makeup brushes.
- Razor: Shick Hydro Silk - 5 blades, activated with water, it just glides. Shick Quattro for Women was what I always bought before that.
- Shaving Cream/Gel/Wax Kit: eos Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream in Pomogranate Raspberry. - doesn't irritate my skin and feels like a body lotion. Veet hair removal cream - completely effortless.
- Toothbrush: Colgate ZigZag, Colgate MaxFresh
- Toothpaste: Colgate Total
- Teeth Whitening Strips/Kit: N/A - I have sensitive teeth
- Floss: Life Brand Dental Flossers - the mint flavored ones, Shoppers' store brand.
- Mouthwash: N/A - no specific one
MOST REPURCHASED: FRAGRANCE
- Body Spray: Bath & Body Works Forever Red - love the scent, I use it pretty much every day. A girl in grade one told me I smelled good when I wore this for my stage so it's kid approved. Dove Go Fresh Body Mist in Cool Essentials - makes you feel fresh after a workout
- Scented Lotion: The Body Shop Mango Body Butter - not overly scented but it's pleasant.
- Perfume: Marc Jacobs Daisy Rollerball - fresh and girly
If anyone reading this does this tag please let me know. :)
Sincerely, JoJo.♥
