There is nothing more damaging than the cold winter air.
If you don’t take care of your skin and hair, you will have issues.
For many years, I became the victim of Jack Frost. My argument was that I was allergic to so many products that I didn’t even bother looking anymore. Then along came Sephora!
One opened shop right by my work within the past 6 months. I decided to have a peek in there and fell in love instantly!
They have so many lines of products that your head will spin, and that's where your Personal Beauty Assistants come in. It is their sole job to help you find products that are suitable for your skin type and tone.
After some samples (free personalized samples!) and a makeover I finally found out my favorites along with my old standbys.
Many of my favorite products can be found in Sephora. They only sell top of the line items. If you are very tight budgeted – have no fear! I’ll also provide my favorite Drug Store brand items that are as close to the best items you can get!
Facial Moisturizers for sensitive skin
My ultimate favorite is Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel: $36 (Sephora)
This is a great moisturizer for my Combination skin. It's great for both night time and pre-makeup session. It goes on smoothly and is non oily. What's great is it doesn't cause me any issues with my sensitive skin as Clinique prides themselves on their 100% Hypoallergenic Guarantee (If even one person has an allergic reaction, they will take the product off the shelves and change/test their product until they are sure again).
If you have very dry skin and don't have issues with an overabundance of natural oil - try their Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion
If you are on an extremely tight budget, my final recommendation and my favorite standby is Vitamins E, A & D Moisturizing Cream: $1.99/2oz (GNC) this stuff is cheap and amazing!
Fine Lines
I want to make a special recommendation for Clinique’s Repairware Laser Focus: $60/oz (Sephora) This serum is great for us ladies who are starting to show our age. This serum is great for smoothing out those fine lines, and you only need a little bit. Four drops should be enough to cover your problem areas on your face – this bottle should last you 4-6 months. Again it’s completely hypoallergenic.
Daily Foundation
Clinique Stay-Matte Oil Free Makeup: $29 (Sephora) this is perfect if you tend to shine through foundations after a while. I love this one for my photo shoots. It has amazing lasting wear time - you will need makeup remover at the end of the day to make sure it all comes off.
CoverGirl Outlast 3 in 1 Foundation: $8 (Shoppers Drug Mart) This is a Primer, Foundation and Sunscreen all rolled into one. It goes on smoothly (after you moisturize!) and has great lasting power. It also has the added bonus of SPF 20 - which is perfect for winter wear.
Eyeliner
I prefer gel based makeup, not only for their lasting power - but they are also less likely to neither bother my sensitive skin nor wipe away easily when my eyes water from the cold.
Marc Jacobs Highliner – Gel Crayon: $30 (Sephora) this amazing mechanical eye liner glides on smooth and stays put! It has 6 amazing colors including Blackest Black (my favorite).
L'Oreal Infallable Never Fail Eyeliner: $15 (Shoppers Drug Mart) This mechanical eye liner glides on smoothly from one end, and smudges to a nice smoky finish from the other end. (also with built in sharpener). Make sure to use a good eye primer before using this or else it will fade and smudge during the day when your natural oils kick in.
Mascara
Marc Jacobs Beauty Lash Lifter - Gel Definition Mascara: $30 (Sephora) This will give you beautifully long and curled eyelashes in a waterproof gel base that lasts and lasts...and lasts. In fact it lasts so well that you need to make sure you use an eye makeup remover at night to wash this away. I LOVE the gel base as most mascara will flake in the cold air and there is nothing worse than having your eyes randomly burning and watering while driving because you have mascara flaking off into your eyes. Word of Warning: This is not a volumizing mascara, so don't overdo it, it will just end up clumping and looking terrible.
CoverGirl LashBlast Fusion Waterproof Mascara: $7 (Shoppers Drug Mart) If you want volume, length and Va Va VOOM This is the answer to your frugal prayers. I would say this is the goddess of all Drug Store Mascaras. It will provide lush beautiful long lasting lashes all day long. A must have for your makeup bag.
Lips
I prefer going colorless during the daytime. But I always make sure to keep a good lip moisturizer with me. Here are my preferred
Marc Jacobs Lip Lock Moisture Balm: $29 (Sephora) This amazing lip moisturizing balm is made with exotic oils and butters like andiroba, buriti, shea and avocado. It has a delightfully minty taste and feels like silk on your lips. I absolutely love this stuff!
Baby Lips by Maybelline: $5 (Shoppers Drug Mart) This is the ultimate in Drug Store lip balm. It reminds me vaguely of the Marc Jacobs and has similar moisturizing qualities. It’s a good substitute with a budget in mind. I prefer the original, but they have different flavors/tints that are good if you want a little extra color on your luscious lips.
Well that’s it. My Favorites and recommendations for the winter months. As you can see I really love the Marc Jacobs and Clinique lines – I can’t always afford them – and in that case I’m more than happy to stick with the cheaper brands.
Stay warm this winter girls!
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