Monday, June 3, 2013

Recent Favorites - 2013

I've put together my favorite beauty buys as of 2013. I can't believe the year is already halfway over! So I decided to mention the products I really like that I have purchased this year up until now.


1. L'Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil 3.4 oz $40
I have really been getting into almond oil lately. On their website, L'occitane is intending this to be used for stretch marks during and after pregnancy, but I love it for my skin, hair and nails. It is hard to find a good oil for the skin that isn’t greasy.  This oil smells wonderful and is so light and absorbs really well into the skin. I use it on my nails, hands, elbows, and rub a dime size into the scalp once a week before washing my hair. Almond oil is great to stimulate the hair folice. All around a great all in one oil for hair, skin, and nails!
usa.loccitane.com





2. Smashbox Halo Long Wear Blush $24
I am already a fan of their Halo Hydrating Perfecting Powder, it lasts forever and I love the way they designed the compact so you can control how much product you want to use. So was very excited to try the new Halo blush and think that this product is genius. All of the Halo products are mineral based, talc free, and paraben free. Jackpot! I purchased the shade Passion for blush and am using the shade Bronze as a bronzer. 
smashbox.com, sephora.com





3. Jane Iredale PureLash Extender and Conditioner $16.50
I try to always use a conditioner before mascara, since mascara alone can be irritating and can dry your lashes and make them brittle over time. This lash conditioner is great to use before applying mascara, and also alone as a conditioner before bedtime.  I can literally see my lashes soaking up this product as I apply it. When I used regularly, I notice my lashes are longer and much healthier.
www.janeiredale.com


4.  LaVanila Healthy Deodorant Vanilla Lavender 2 oz. $14
This is the only natural deodorant I have ever liked, and it works just as good as regular mainstream brands. It smells wonderful, they carry other scents but Vanilla Lavender is my favorite. I have been using this as my daily deodarant now. Unless you plan to run a marathon or bake out in the sun, this deodarant will do the trick and it is 100% natural so don’t have to worry about any harsh chemicals being absorbed into your skin!
Sephora.com