Getting Personal - Makeup Routine
When I saw from the comments in Tik Tok that some of you were interested in my makeup routine my first thought was, what makeup? But I have reconsidered and must concede that I do in fact put things on my face. So let’s discuss!
My skin has always been on the dry side, and now that I am (ahem) dealing with aging issues I love products that make my face and body feel moisturized. In the morning, I just splash my face with water (no cleanser) then toner. Next comes a facial oil, lately I’ve been using Charlotte Tilbury Collagen Superfusion oil, then moisturizer, then tinted moisturizer - I like Nars because it has SPF.
To tidy up the brows I like the simplicity of a brush-on gel like Benefit Gimme Brow in a brown shade. For lips I love gloss that applies with a wand - so easy. Nars is my all-time favourite and their clear gloss is great under or over a lipstick for more colour.
My no-makeup look
If I’m going somewhere special, I will add mascara to this regimen. I have a blue one from Dior that I like a lot and basic black from Nars. I’m not good at shadow or eyeliner so I don’t bother. 🤷🏻♀️ Oh, and a little blush on the cheeks is nice.
At night it all comes off with a cleanser, then a serum - retinol every other day. My favourite was Dermaquest Niacinamide Youth Cream but it doesn’t seem to be available in Canada any more so I’m looking for a replacement. After that I apply a night cream. Charlotte’s is good but once in a while I will treat myself to a French brand that I adore, Sisley. It’s crazy expensive but they are good with promotions and free samples that help bring down the cost.
Bedtime facial care
Clean face ready for bed
As for the rest of the body, I slather on moisturizer after my shower. I love scented body moisturizers for the upper body (Jo Malone’s Red Roses for example) in lieu of perfume. For legs etc. I’ve been enjoying a drugstore brand, Biotherm Lait Corporel Original.
Obviously what works for me might not be ideal for another, but that’s my hot take on lotions and potions. I’d be glad to hear about your favourites in the comments.😊
