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Top Spring/Summer Beauty Trends 2025
The beauty world is evolving faster than ever, and the Spring/Summer Beauty Trends For 2025 are proof that innovation, individuality, and glow-up goals are here to stay. From skincare that thinks for you to nostalgic makeup comebacks to futuristic nails, these trends are redefining what it means to look and feel beautiful. Whether you’re a minimalist, a glam lover, or someone who craves the latest changes, these trends are all about enhancing your natural beauty while keeping things fresh and exciting. Get ready to update your beauty routine with the hottest trends that everyone’s talking about… Skinimalism: Embracing Natural Beauty The “less is more” philosophy continues to dominate, with skinimalism encouraging…
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My Beauty Empties March/April 2024 (Pt. 1)
Hello Everyone! The last 2 months flew by, and I have accumulated quite a bit of beauty trash, so it’s time for me to clear out my used-up beauty products and talk about what I liked, what I didn’t like and what I would buy again starting with skincare, body, hair, and nail care… Skin, Body, Hair & Nail Care Equate Beauty Hydrating Cleanser ($6.88) – This is a mild, non-drying formula that works just as well as the as the more expensive brand name hydrating cleanser for about half of the price. The consistency is the same, cleanses my skin the same and rinses off the same and my…
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My “Unsexy” Products That Get The Job Done
I have been seeing this new trend on social media of sharing “unsexy” (or non-aesthetically, not popular, or not talked about products) that people use every day, so I thought I would share my products that I use every day that are my tried and true, ride or die products that get the job done… Nivea Crème This cream from Nivea is absolutely fantastic and I use every morning and night on my face and on my feet. This cream gives my very dry, mature skin the moisture and hydration it needs and has repaired my moisture barrier too. I cannot be without this, ever! ($9.96 for 13.5 oz.) Alpha…
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Products To Toss From Your Beauty Cabinet
If you are in the mist of spring cleaning your house, then this is a good time to give your beauty cabinet a good spring cleaning too. This is the perfect opportunity to clean out expired beauty or makeup products, expired sunscreen, and everything in between. Below is an initial list of beauty and personal care products you should sort through toss out (or give away if not used or not expired): Makeup Products Makeup does not last forever. Expired products not only lose quality but can also build up unwanted bacteria after a certain amount of time. Check the backside of the packaging for an open jar symbol, (aka…
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My Beauty Empties (Winter Edition)
Hello Everyone! Winter is gone and spring is here and it’s time for me to clear out my used-up winter beauty products, so let’s take a dive into my winter beauty empties bins and talk about what I liked, what I didn’t like and what I would buy again starting with skincare… Skincare Equate Beauty Gentle Skin Cleanser ($6.98) – I picked this up to try since my favorite skin cleanser was out of stock. This is a mild, non-drying formula that will not irritate sensitive skin, and all of this is true. I liked this cleanser, but it was not hydrating enough for my very dry winter skin. After…
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Which Is Better Wednesday: Walmart’s Equate Beauty Brand vs. Brand Name Beauty Products
Happy Wednesday everyone! I have been comparing some brand name beauty products that I purchase regularly and love with Walmart’s Equate Beauty brand. Some of Walmart’s beauty brands were okay and some I have switched to because they are just as good the brand name beauty product, so let’s get into the comparisons starting with skin care: CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser $12.08 for 12 oz. – I love this cleanser and I have been using this for years. This is great for my dry, sensitive skin and leaves my skin soft after cleansing (Not the best makeup remover, so if I am wearing makeup, this is my second cleanse). Equate…
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Money Saving March: Great Reasons To Use Coconut Oil In Your Beauty Routine
“Money Saving March” continues with this question: Wouldn’t it be nice to have an “all or one” beauty product that did it all? Yes, please, and what a money saver that would be to have a beauty product like that! Well, coconut oil (also referred to as lauric acid), is that money saving “all in one” beauty product! We all know coconut oil is derived from coconuts; that much is evident, but it’s the components that make up coconut oil that are important to point out. The lauric acid found in coconut oil can have antimicrobial properties, which can help kill bacteria on the skin and reduce inflammation and coconut…
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My Beauty & Personal Care Empties (Summer Edition)
It’s time to take another trip through my beauty and personal care trash (there is a lot as always since I try to do this every season) and see what I liked, what I didn’t like and what I would repurchase again: Skin Care CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser – This has been is my go-to nighttime cleanser for a long time and I love it! It cleanses, hydrates and does not leave my skin feeling dry after using. I have tried many other hydrating cleansers and I always go back to this one! CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion – This is my go-to moisturizer for about as long as the hydrating…
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Skin Smart Installment 4: Skin Care For The Body
On a scale of 1 to 10, rate your skin care routine. Now, did you only think about your face? What about the rest of your body? Skin is the largest organ of the human body, so it is vital to care for our skin from head to toe, so here are four tips that you can incorporate into your body care routine right now! Exfoliate While many would not dream of skipping exfoliation for their face, the body can often be forgotten. I love using Dr Teals Himalayan Epsom Salt Scrub to remove dead skin cell buildup and smoothing texture while leaving the skin polished, moisturized, and refreshed. Simply…
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My Beauty Empties-Summer Edition
It’s time to take another trip through my beauty trash (there is a lot as always since I do this every season) and see what I liked or loved, what I didn’t like or love and what I would repurchase again: Skin Care CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser* – This is my go-to nighttime cleanser. It cleanses, hydrates and doesn’t leave my skin feeling dry after using. I repurchase this all the time! CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion* – This is also repurchased all the time too! This contains ceramides, niacinamides and hyaluronic acid, doesn’t have any fragrance, and moisturizes my skin. I use this morning and evening without fail! Alpha Skin…
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