Favourites

There are some things  a girl just can't live without and although I love to try out new products whenever I can, there are some that can never be replaced.

In no particular order, these are my beauty must-haves:

1. Crabtree & Evelyn India Hicks Island Living Collection Hand Therapy 

A friend from the office always used this and I would always steal hers could not get enough of the scent. I couldn't believe it came from a hand cream. I have used it ever since and have given it as a gift more times than I care to mention!

2. Eucerin Body Lotion

I cannot stand scented body lotion. This lotion is not cheap as far as drugstore brands go but a little goes a long way and it keeps my legs feeling moisturized all day. It also leaves a slight sheen without the stickiness which I love.

3. Seche Vite Top Coat

Many have tried, none have conquered. This top coat is worth every.last.penny. I don't enjoy getting my nails and feet done so other than on rare occasion, I always do them myself. This product goes on easy, is crazy shiny (love!) and helps your manicure stay put. My only complaint would be the strong scent but it is worth it.

4. MAC Lip Glass in Oyster Girl

I have been using this lip gloss in this particular shade for as long as I can remember. I like it on it's own AND over lipstick. The color is sheer and gives a healthy pink color to your lips. And best of all? It doesn't taste awful.

5. Boscia BB Cream

This is a fairly new addition and honestly, deserves a post all to itself! I received this BB
Cream from a close friend who always buys me a "must have" for my birthday each year. {usually, these items are the cult beauty items du jour and in past years have included Nars Laguna and Chanel Vamp} This year, was no different. BB Cream reviews have been in every major magazine and were touted as the envied asian woman's skin's secret weapon. I wanted a piece of that! I must say, for me, it lived up to it's reputation.

Boscia's version comes in only one shade making it work for everyone's skin tone. Bonus.

It goes on in seconds and although it doesn't look like it's doing much right away, in a few minutes your skin is flawless. 

You must try it to believe it. And it is ridiculously perfect for summertime when you want to wear less make up but still look polished.

Love.

6. Chanel Nail Polish 

What can I say that hasn't been said before? This polish is pricey at $25 bottle but I.swear.to.you it is worth it. Now, know that I use one.minute.manicure at $1 bottle almost daily and also really like colors by Essie and O.P.I. but nothing has ever come close to the consistency, staying power and shine that Chanel red provides. I have a few different shades and one is prettier than the next.

7. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Gel

It's kind of funny. I will use any mascara from the drugstore...I'm sorry, but I really don't find a difference. In fact, I had eyelash extensions done this past summer and was thrilled to not have to wear any mascara at all! But, eyebrow gel? Not so much. I use it every.single.day 

I saw this brand at Sephora a few years ago and decided to try it even though it was pricey for something you don't really "see". That said, I often attempted to with less-expensive brands but always came back.

It is the best. period.

Sharing beauty secrets on a Monday. 
Love.

Tell me, what is your can't.live.without beauty item? 

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