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Smashbox Studios Halo Highlighting Wand

 

Must Love Rating: 9/10

Do you ever find that your skin is lacking luster? I will tell you, the worst thing for my skin is STRESS! Ladies, let me tell you, whatever you do, try NOT to stress. It is absolutely horrible for your skin and I have been paying the price far too much lately for the amount of stress I am allowing myself to endure. So first, take deep breaths and meditate…and second, run out and buy Smashbox Studios Halo Highlighting Wand in GOLD! It has been my saving grace this week. On top of all of my stress, I then started stressing about how bad my skin was looking. Dealing with a bad eczema flair, I was in desperate need to bring some life back to my lackluster skin.

This little wand is my absolute favorite makeup item in my arsenal right now. It is easy to apply, it wakes up your entire face in a matter of seconds and the gold color is universally flattering on every skin tone. Smashbox Studios definitely hit it out of the park with this highlighter. I must admit, even when I get my skin back to it’s healthy, stress-free state, I will never want to be without this miracle product. It might even become my one “If I were stranded on an deserted island” product. It is that GOOD!

Becca Tumeric Clay Face Mask

I lOVE masks. Whether they are firming, hydrating, resurfacing or oxygen masks, I apply a mask at least twice a week depending on my skins needs. I was first introduced to the Becca Tumeric mask a while back and I absolutely love it! I have super sensitive skin and eczema which often times prevents me from using certain products. The tumeric in this mask instantly calms my skin and after leaving it on for 20 minutes, my skin simply glows when I take it off. Now don’t be scared by the color of this mask! The first time I used it I thought for sure my skin was going to remain bright yellow after I removed the mask, but it completely washed off. Tumeric is known for it’s anti inflammatory properties and works wonders in this mask. I’m lucky enough to get to try products from around the globe and when I was introduced to this line I was simply blown away. Their coffee scrubs are absolutely amazing too. They are now part of my normal routine and I can’t live without them! Thanks BECCA!

Aztec Secret: Indian Healing Clay

I have been on a mission the past few weeks to find a way to get a handle on my eczema. It has gotten to the point where it is literally driving me insane! Thanks stress- During my research I kept coming across this one product that people swear by for tons of skin and health ailments. So now my mission was to track this Aztec clay down. This is how Aztec secret works. Indian healing clays have been used for centuries to beautify and refresh when used as a facial mask. Cleopatra used clay from the Nile River and the Arabian Desert over 1800 years ago, as part of her beauty ritual. German and roman spas have been using clay packs and treatments in the spas they built 4,000 years ago. Many of these spas still exist and use clay even today. Aztec Indian healing clay and it’s brief history: The world’s most powerful facial and the use of clay with apple cider vinegar can be dated back to the southern French priest of the 16th century. Aztec secret Indian healing clay is bentonite clay from Death Valley, California, where it is sun-dried for up to six months in temperatures that sometimes reach 134 degrees and can be used for facials, acne, body wraps, clay baths, foot soaks, chilled clay for knee packs and insect bites. You can enjoy the benefits of clay in your own home to help beautify and refresh. So I was eager to apply this mask as soon as I got home and had read where a few people mixed this mask with coconut milk for a more soothing affect, which is exactly what I did. I made a paste in a plastic bowl & mixed it with a plastic spoon (this is a must, do NOT use metal as it will break down the structure of this mask) I applied a generous layer and let it dry for about 15 minutes. I then gently rinsed with lukewarm water and then applied my favorite rich moisturizer. My skin felt immediately soothed and looked amazing too. I will definitely make Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay part of my weekly ritual to help keep my eczema flairs at bay. Oh and did I mention it’s affordable at only $6.99 for a jar that makes approximately 15 masks? In other words, pick this up, you will want to thank me later.

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Peter Thomas Roth Camu Camu Vitamin C Brightening Sleeping Mask

Want to wake up to beautifully radiant skin? I’ve found a product that puts a whole new twist on getting your BEAUTY SLEEP. I’m sure everyone can relate to the hectic lifestyle most of us live today. From careers, to kids to taking over the world, not only are our bodies and minds in overdrive, our skin takes the brunt of it daily! The most important time for our skin to rejuvenate is while we sleep. That is why it is so important to develop a nightly skincare routine that works for you. Since I suffer from dry skin and now with my concerns of aging, I’m constantly on the hunt for the next miracle product. Unfortunately as I’ve aged, my skin has become super sensitive and reactive, so I definitely have to watch what I use on my face or I will end up flaring my eczema. I had stumbled upon some amazing reviews of this Peter Thomas Roth Camu Camu Vitamin C Brightening Mask and I had to see what all the buzz was about for myself. I must admit, at first I was totally put off by the smell (Yes, I have an extremely sensitive sense of smell) but the smell quickly disappeared and off to bed I went. The packaging says to use this over PTR’s Vitamin C Serum, but I find that it works just great on its own. When I wake up in the morning my skin is perfectly hydrated and even. Any traces of fine lines I had the night before are also gone. What? How is this possible…ok, the moment I start laughing, they start to creep back in, but overall this product makes my skin look like a million bucks! This mask will help improve your skin over time so you can halt the aging process dead in its tracks…well, at least for the eight hours while you’re sleeping! Bravo-

Day 5: Trader Joe’s Honey Mango Moisturizing Shave Cream

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With Summer just around the corner, this next bargain find might just become a staple in your life like it is mine! I’m lucky enough to live on top of a Trader Joe’s (literally) which definitely makes my life so much easier at times. I love their ever changing assortment of skincare lately and I have quickly fallen in LOVE with their Honey Mango Shave Cream. I was a little skeptical at first because, as you all know, I have eczema and I have to be super careful with what I use on my sensitive skin. First and foremost, this stuff smells AMAZING! The consistency is definitely a cream, so if you are in to the foaming shave gels, this one’s not for you. But this cream is perfect for getting a clean, close shave. It’s also a bargain at just $3.49. So the next time you feel like baring it all, or just a little, reach for my favorite shave cream on the planet! I’m pretty sure you will fall in love too-