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free skin care · Tue Nov 13, 2012 8:35 am

I've been lucking out at the drug store lately and thought I'd share a few things that I truly am loving...

First and foremost - Dove Soap. I know. DOVE SOAP. I've been using this soap for almost 30 years and my skin at just under the big 5-0 looks pretty good - it doesn't strip my skin, takes off makeup better than any cleanser I've ever used, and my skin feels healthy and moist...okay moving on..

COVER GIRL: Clump Crusher mascara. I have been using Lash Blast in the orange tube since it came out. I do cheat on it from time to time as I have a mascara * spam alert *, but I always come back to Lash Blast. This Clump Crusher in the Green Tube is really, really GOOD and no word of a lie - it does NOT clump. This is a perfect mascara for lengthening, defining, and finding little hidden lashes that the big fat wands can't get to. CC won't replace my LB, but I'll tell you, it's a wonderful alternative. To note: it dries quickly so you have to work a bit fast, but so worth it.

REVLON: Mineral LipGlaze in Stay Ablaze and Perpetual Plum - I love this mineral lippie - it's a combo gloss/lipstick - not a lot of shine, great staying power and these two colors are awesome. They're just dark enough to add oomph to your lips but not too dark which makes them perfect for the office. Some might find the scent off-putting - but I don't mind it at all - kind of grapefruity maybe? But I love them.

RIMMELL: Lip Gloss in "All Day Seduction" a great dupe of the lippie version of Nars O*****. Gorgeous shade of peach with hints of coral and gold - this gloss GLIDES on...super shiny...staying power - meh? Not the greatest...but the color is so pretty and I think the gloss was under $3 on sale. Love

CARESS: Evenly Gorgeous Body Wash - Love this. Smell is to die for - like brown sugar/vanilla...yummy and it is both exfoliating and hydrating...the soft scent hangs around after I get out of the shower and my whole body feels really soft.

That's it for now! Smile

xoMaria

Fri Feb 15, 2013 2:43 pm

I love Lash Blast too! My favourite is the lengthening one in the yellow tube, but I picked up the clump crusher a few days ago and it's really growing on me.

free skin care · Fri Sep 27, 2013 7:40 am

Okay, I need to add Thayer's Witch Hazel - alcohol free w/ aloe vera to my list. I've been using this for a couple of months and I just love it... my pores are now non-existent and my skin feels so smooth and soft. I am thrilled. So what I've been doing is taking a baby washcloth with warm water and just lay it over my face to get any makeup loose - then I use a cotton round w/ the witch hazel to get off any residual makeup - I think I'm in love! Very Happy

Fri Jan 24, 2014 1:45 pm

Skincare/makeup is my primary hobby and perhaps my only vice. Therefore, I don't consider price an object and am only concerned with quality and results. I do love nice packaging though. I agree with the sentiment that drugstore products have gotten much, much better in recent years, and I'd say about 1/3 of the products I own came from CVS or the makeup/skincare aisles of my local grocery store.

Here are my favorites:

Moisturizer: CeraVe PM. Seriously, you can't beat this. Barrier repair and a significant amount of niacinamide, which my skin loves. Wish it had some antioxidants, but it's still a top-notch moisturizer.

Multi-tasker: Aquaphor ointment. How does anyone get by without this? I keep one in my purse, one in each bathroom, one by the bed, and one at work. I can use this for just about anything in a pinch.

Cleanser: Olay 4-in-1 Daily Facial Cloths - Sensitive. I've been in love with these for years and wouldn't think of traveling without them. Can't count the number of themes these have saved my butt (or a travel companion's). Very mild, takes off all makeup, neutral scent, disposable, easy to pack, TSA friendly... Just fantastic. Special mention: CeraVe Foaming Cleanser and Hydrating Cleanser.

Lipstick: L'Oreal Infallible Never Fail Lipcolor. Best long-wearing lip color in my arsenal and a must on days I know will be long and full of meetings. Color selection is good and the texture is great. My go-to colors are Azalea and Geranium.

Eyeshadow: Maybelline Color Tattoo. A superior line of cream shadows. On me, creaseless, long-wearing, and versatile. Hope they add a lot more shades to the permanent collection. Every single time I'm in a drugstore, I look for LE shades.

Tools: Real Techniques Brushes. I get these in the drugstore section at Ulta. These are some of the best makeup brushes I've ever owned at any price point. Soft, easy to clean, sturdy (they absolutely do not shed!) and really, dirt cheap for the quality. Would love to see a wider range available for separate purchase. I don't need any more sets but I could use about 10 of the domed eyeshadow brush. Special Mention: Sonia Kashuk Brushes.

Blush: Milani - Luminoso. Beautiful, beautiful. Very high quality blush with great lasting power.

Nails: CND Solar Oil. Essential for a quick manicure. Dries polish in a flash, smells nice, and moisturizes cuticles. My longest-running beauty staple (since 1990).

free skin care · Wed May 07, 2014 8:07 am

havana8 wrote:

I've been trying a mini of the Benefit They're Real! mascara for the last few
Mariav, thanks for the Thayer's Witch Hazel share. Is it the one with rose petal? TIA!

Hi Havana - sorry it took me so long to get back to you! I just saw this post back up to the top again! Smile

No - not the rose petal one - this one:

http://www.vitacost.com/thayers-witch-hazel-with-aloe-vera-original-alcohol-free#BVRRWidgetID

Love it and still use it.

Maria Smile

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