xo, Lindsay
Beauty
December 23, 2020
Beauty
December 22, 2020
My Favorite Affordable Skincare Brands
Beauty has always been one of my favorite categories to test new products! I love that clean and affordable beauty products are becoming much more accessible at local drugstores. I have a few favorite brands that have become staples in my skincare routine, and I knew I had to share with all of you. Clean skincare has really been a hit or miss for me. I’ve tried countless brands, and although they were clean, I didn’t notice a difference in my skin. I always test out a product for about 28 days, and if I don’t notice a difference, I move on. I’m always rotating products in and out, especially as the seasons change, allowing me to test out so many products. I’ve found a few different brands that I absolutely love and have been using their products for years. So, when I find a clean skincare or affordable brand that is also effective, I always want to share it with you! These brands are amazing, and I love that they don’t break the bank when I have to refill. Keep reading for all of my favorite affordable skincare brands that you need in your routine ASAP!
Cerave
Mario Badescu
Boscia
Cetaphil
TULA
xo, Lindsay
Beauty
November 30, 2020
My Go-To 5 Minute Makeup Routine
Now that I’m a new mama, every routine has become “under 5 minutes” 😂! With baby Sage being #1 priority, putting on a full face of makeup nowadays is just not realistic when I’m running between her nap and feeding schedule! So, a quick makeup routine in the mornings just to feel even slightly put together makes a world of difference. Over the past few days, with only a few minutes to spare, I’ve really started to master my go-to 5-minute makeup look.
Before I go into products, I thought I’d share my recipe for the *simple* look that most mamas will have time for. Let me tell you, downsizing my routine is the best thing I’ve ever done! The idea is to keep it short, sweet, and simple with just the basics. For me, that means concealer, SPF, multi-use blush/lips product, mascara, and a brow pencil. If you’re a new mama like me, keep scrolling for a few time-saving products that have truly changed my life!
#1 NARS Soft Matte Concealer
My favorite part of this concealer is how easy it is to blend in. There is no cakey-ness, and it just melts right into my skin!
#2 Supergoop! CC Screen
I would trust Supergoop! Sunscreen with my life, I love this CC Screen because it adds the perfect amount of coverage and glow 😍
#3 Ilia Muli-Stick Cheek & Lip
Multi-sticks are a new mom’s dream come true! They fit perfectly in any bag and are great for quick touch-ups when you’re in a time crunch!
#4 Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
This mascara has been my ride or die for years. It gives your lashes the perfect amount of volume and always makes me look wide awake! A necessity for a new mom 😂
#5 It! Cosmetics Brow Pencil
I never feel complete without doing my brows. This brow pencil is amazing! I love how natural it looks, and the price is on point.
xo, Lindsay
Motherhood
November 30, 2020
What I Packed in My Hospital Bag
I procrastinated packing my hospital bag for so long! Everyone kept telling me I needed to get it packed, but I just didn’t know what I needed to bring. After researching and talking with a few friends, I finally put my hospital bag together. Below is a list of everything I brought plus a few extra items I wish I brought. Comment below and let me know what your must-have items are.
xo, Lindsay
Beauty
November 27, 2020
4 Skincare Products I Always Have In My Routine
I always love to switch up my routine and try new skincare products, especially as the seasons change, but I keep 4 products in my routine no matter the season. These have been my ride-or-die top-shelf products for years now. I’ve even tried to replace them or find something better, but nothing compares. So when I tell you these products are good, I mean it!
#1. Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser
I love all things Drunk Elephant, but this cleanser is just incredible. It leaves my skin feeling so hydrated and clean without that stiff feeling. I tried so many cleansers before I discovered this one. I have dry skin, and I found that all the cleansers I was using before this were drying my skin out even more. I recently learned that squeaky clean feeling actually isn’t a good thing! You should be using a cleanser that cleans your skin but also doesn’t dry it out. That’s why I love this one so much. A cleanser is always the first step in your routine and your skin will drink it up, so make sure you’re using a good one. If you need a new cleanser, try this one and let me know what you think!
#2: Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Serum
This serum does it all! It hydrates, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and it improves skin texture and tone. I’m all about a simple skincare routine, so I love it when a product has multiple benefits. Less is more in my opinion, which is why I’m obsessed with this serum. Over the years, I’ve slowly switched over to mostly clean skincare products. I’ve tried so many different clean brands, but they were far from effective. Drunk Elephant is one of the best clean skincare brands and all of their products are incredible.
#3: Laniege Water Sleeping Mask
Don’t let the name fool you! This mask, which also doubles as a moisturizer, can be used in the morning and night! If you want to wake up looking hydrated, glowy, and refreshed, you need to try this moisturizer. After I finish my nighttime routine, I rub this all over my face and let it sink in overnight. You’ll wake up looking like you slept a full 8 hours and drank your recommended ounces of water. When my skin feels extra dry, especially during the colder months, I use a smaller amount in the morning to keep my skin hydrated throughout the day.
#4: TULA Face Filter Primer & Moisturizer
I absolutely LOVE this primer/moisturizer. I love all things TULA, but this might be my favorite product they ever created. It seriously makes your skin look like you have a filter on it. This primer, which can also be used in place of a moisturizer, evens your skin tone, reduces redness, and blurs out your pores. Its hydrating formula creates a perfect base for your makeup routine. I notice a huge difference in how my makeup looks when I don’t use it. And on days I don’t wear any makeup, I use this as my last step to give me a nice sun-kissed even skin tone.
Let me know what your go-to skincare products are in the comments below!
xo, Lindsay
