If you know me, you know that when it comes to makeup, I stay pretty true to the brands and products I love and work for me. I have tried a few new products lately, so I thought it would be fun to do a February Favorites post.
Let’s Begin:
Pureology Nanoworks shampoo– I’ll say it before and I’ll say it again. I love this shampoo. It makes my hair soft and smooth but still leaves it with volume.
L’Oreal Ever Strong Moisturizing Conditioner (sulfate free)- I really love L’Oreals Ever Strong and Ever Pure lines. This conditioner is rich, smells great and does the job for less than pricier versions.
Stila Convertible Lip/Cheek color in “Petunia“- gorgeous cream blush. Gives skin a peachy/pink glow.
Clarisonic– I’ve talked about this so many times on the blog already, but I do love it.
L’Oreal Volume Collagen Mascara (waterproof, blackest black)- Everyone who has bought this mascara recently agrees how amazing it is…and maybe even a lot like DiorShow.
Eucerin Calming Creme– I have really sensitive skin (face and body). I use this on my body and also use it on parts of my face that are really dry or peeling (at night only.) It really moisturizes and smooths my skin without causing breakouts (even though it’s heavy.)
The Body Shop Hemp Hand Protector cream: I absolutely love this cream and it’s on sale for $10.00 right now, down from $18.50 (not sure why). I am NOT a fan of hand cream (can’t stand the way it feels on my hands if I have to type and make calls etc at work.) I use this at night before bed on my hands and cuticles. I wake up with softer, smoother hands. It’s the only cream I can use on my hands, and the only one that helped my skin when I had cracked knuckles from the cold.
Redken Full Frame Volumizing Mousse– I got a trial size of this product and I love it. It gives hair an awesome blowout. I can actually feel the volume building as a blow-dry it. Redken’s Guts 10 is next on my list to try.
Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Liner in “Black Mauve”– it’s safe to say I’ve practically abandoned my beloved MAC fluidline for this gorgeous color/formula. I wear it on the daily, on top lids only.
OPI Lucky Lucky Lavender nail polish– this might just be THE color for spring. I love it. This is a good choice for someone who wants to stray away from ballet slipper pinks but doesn’t want to be too shocking or bold with their nail color.
KISSES:
Watches– ever since my husband bought me a Michael Kors watch for valentine’s day, I can’t leave the house without it.
Ruffles– they are everywhere! the fashion gods have answered my prayers!
Pink– loving all of the soft pinks and lilacs for spring
Warmer weather– dear coldness, please go away
DISSES:
Negativity– keep it positive!
Diets– I am eating skittles right now, Tony Horton is giving me the evil eye
Tights– I am over tights, I want to wear dresses with bare legs again. I always love tights at first, but then they start to become a hassle.
Closed-toe shoes– I want to break out my open toes ASAP! (I do love closed-toe shoes, but I am so tired of wearing the same shoes over and over)
Any favorites of yours to share? Tell me about your faves in the comments below.
xoxo,
Veronika.
I too am over tights and closed toes—and I live in FLORIDA! I cannot even fathom living anywhere else.
I think I am going to have to try th BB liner. Heard a lot of good things about it. xo
I love La Mer's refining facial. I can't live without it!
I don't even want to talk about cold weather…I live in the Northeast and this past winter has been HELL! My new favorite from February is pink blush (specifically Clinique's Blushing Blush in Cupid) and I have you to thank! I was usually a peachy cheek color or light bronzer girl but you inspired me to try a pretty pink blush. I am SO in love with it…I feel so feminine and girly and it just brightens up my whole face (not to mention my mood). So…thanks!!
– Jennifer
jennifer- I am so glad you tried pink blush. It makes me happy when I put it on too 🙂 yay!
I'm very over the tights look. I've never been a fan and I think a lot of it has to do with the fact that I lived in some type of tights when I figure skated. So I have this crazy aversion from them.
I am really loving the ruffles though and I always love being able to pull out the brighter colors. In fact I just bought a neon pink tee shirt, because really sometimes you just have to let loose with the neon colors!
I'm going to have to try that Redken mousse, the stuff I picked up (some Tigi product) is less than fabulous and my hair is so flat. And though I love my Pureology Hydrate, I think it's so hydrating it zaps my hair of body.
I just picked up OPI LLL…such a pretty spring color! Thanks for the rec!
I started using L'Oreal Volume Collagen Mascara after I read about it on your blog and I love it! It's the first mascara I've found that I can't live without! Oh, and yes, the cold sooo needs to be over already!
Verona, why do you use Pureology shampoo and NOT the conditioner? Just wondering. Is everstrong as good as pureology for you?
My go-to products are Nars Orgasm Blush with Laguna bronzer, Rosebud Salve, Clinique make-up remover and my Clarisonic with Purpose face wash.
I am a Northeastern girl myself, and I cannot wait to get rid of my tights, winter coat and closed toe shoes! Just a few more weeks and I think we will have turned the corner…
Definitely ready for spring and open toe shoes! They are my favorite! I can't wait!
I just ordered some stuff from La Roche-Posay Effaclar line that you recommended a while back. I can't wait to try it.
I'm wearing open toed boots today! I couldn't take it anymore…live it up! 🙂
I started using Redken Guts again (used it when my hair was shorter years ago) and I love it! Make sure if you use it to dry your roots completely or you will have stiffness. Love your blog!
Agreed- I'm ready to give tights the boot. Ugh. C'mon SUMMER.
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I am so with you on warm weather & open toe shoes! The cold is making me crazy! On your recommendation I tried the L'Oreal mascara & I LOOOVVVEEEE IT!!!!
My favorite is the L'Oreal mascara!
i am obsessed with stila's cream blushes. i have one in every color it seems like! i love how they give such a pretty flushed look!