hello lovelies.
I've been trying out a couple of new, higher end products lately and anytime
I try something I think is worth the pennies,
I feel the need to tell you lovely people.
1. La Roche-Posay Micellar Water for sensitive skin.
- I've always loved micellar waters for removing makeup. I hate using any products that are oil based, as my skin is already pretty tricky to decipher on a day to day basis. I've tried cheaper versions of this product, which also work well (Simple Micellar Water as well as Garnier's version), but I feel like this product is so worth the money. I use a tiny bit on a exfoliating cotton round to remove my face and eye makeup, and I don't feel as though I have to tug or pull to take any of it off.
2. Becca Highlighter "Moonstone."
- As a curvy girl, I've always been about contouring to try to hide the fact that my cheeks are a little chunky. Whenever I saw anyone highlighting I was so confused. I decided to try it out, and I'm obsessed. The shade is more skin toned than a typical white highlighter, super easy to blend, and does not look fake or too showy. It perfectly accentuates wherever it's placed. I love using it down the bridge of my nose, and on my cupid's bow.
3. Mario Badescue Drying Lotion.
- Holy hell y'all. I cannot express my feelings towards this product. My skin isn't acne prone, but like any other girl, I get the occasional spot that makes me want to crawl into a hole. My best friend swore by this product for so long, but being stubborn I stuck to my regime. I tried this about three weeks ago on some blemishes and they literally dispersed overnight. It's alcohol based, and is extremely strong, so use it sparingly. I'm in love.
4. Jo Malone "Peony & Blush Suede."
- I have found my signature scent, and of course it's expensive, but finding a product that perfectly captures the notes that fit well on your skin, and your preference is seriously exciting. Maybe just to me, but who knows. Jo Malone is renowned in the fragrance industry and it's easy to understand why. With simplistic yet beautiful packaging and a strong but soft scent that lasts throughout the day, I've never been so satisfied with a perfume.
5. Urban Decay Naked Lipgloss "Beso."
- I'm not a glossy lip kind of girl. Never have been, never will be, (except for in junior high when all of my friends and I would use our lunch money to buy Victoria's Secret tubes of lipgloss and pile them on at lunch). I read a post the other day, and decided to give it another try. I found the perfect "your lips but better" shade from none other than the same manufacturer of my favorite palettes. "Beso" is not sticky, light, and easy to wear regardless of occasion. Seriously, living for this shade.
Enough rambling, now it's your turn.
What have been your must haves this month?
Love always,
K.
