I'm always trying new products especially as a blogger who reads lots of reviews and gets tempted to try that new face wash or mascara. Some products are a staple that I've been using for over ten years while others come and go depending if it works for me or not. Here are some products that are in my current rotation.
1. L'Oreal's Go 360 Clean, Deep Exfoliating Scrub: I love this face scrub and have been using it for about two years. The gentle beads work really well to fully clean your face without damaging your skin. Although I really like how it works, I was open to trying something new so I purchased Garnier's Clean + Balancing Daily Exfoliator which I think works equally well to gently wash and exfoliate your face at the end of the day to remove makeup and oil/dirt.
2. Cetaphil's Gentle Cleansing Bar has been in my rotation for over 10 years and I like to use it in the morning to wash my face before applying moisturizer and makeup to start the day. I know some people might be apprehensive because it is a bar of soap but it actually works really great to moisturize and balance out my combination skin. It doesn't dry out your skin like regular soap would do.
3. d.j.v. MIARAY Fiberwig Mascara: I just purchased this mascara a few weeks ago based on Sarah's recommendation and I think it works really well as a daytime mascara although I think it's equivalent to some more affordable drugstore brands such as Maybelline's Falsies. It doesn't cake up and gives a nice natural look which is great but it's not ideal for creating dramatic eyelashes for going out at night or to weddings etc.
4. The Body Shop's Camomile Gentle Eye Makeup Remover: I've posted about this eye makeup remover before and it's been in my rotation for probably 15 years. I hate oil-based makeup removers that create a mess and leave your face feeling greasy. This one is the opposite to that. It's gentle as the name states and removes makeup quickly and leaves no residue. I've never found anything better so there's no need to try anything new.
5. Nyx Butter Gloss: I love this lip gloss and have it in 4 different colors. I'm not a fan of sticky glosses and this one is the perfect texture which provides shine while also moisturizing your lips. I've also repurchased the Eclair color a few times. It also helps that the price point is very affordable at only $5.
6. Joico Color Endure Shampoo and Conditioner: This shampoo and conditioner was recommended to me by Kerri and I really like the smell and how it works for color treated hair (the red bottles are specifically for blondes to prevent brassiness). It's still fairly new to me but so far I'm really liking how it works and leaves my hair feeling silky, smelling good and is helping my brassiness go away.
7. Yes To Grapefruit Rejuvenating Facial Wipes: I've probably tried every brand of facial wipes and never found a favorite. They've all been mediocre but I love the smell of the Grapefruit Yes To wipes and how it works to clean your face without leaving any residue. So far these wipes are probably my favorite.
8. Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Sun Damage Daily Moisturizer: I purchased this moisturizer a few months ago based on Kay's recommendation. I had been using an Oil of Olay face moisturizer for almost 10 years and was ready to try something new. Immediately I preferred the smell and consistency of the Garnier moisturizer compared to Oil of Olay. The lotion is thicker so I feel it provides better coverage while also being very moisturizing and providing daily SPF.
2. Cetaphil's Gentle Cleansing Bar has been in my rotation for over 10 years and I like to use it in the morning to wash my face before applying moisturizer and makeup to start the day. I know some people might be apprehensive because it is a bar of soap but it actually works really great to moisturize and balance out my combination skin. It doesn't dry out your skin like regular soap would do.
3. d.j.v. MIARAY Fiberwig Mascara: I just purchased this mascara a few weeks ago based on Sarah's recommendation and I think it works really well as a daytime mascara although I think it's equivalent to some more affordable drugstore brands such as Maybelline's Falsies. It doesn't cake up and gives a nice natural look which is great but it's not ideal for creating dramatic eyelashes for going out at night or to weddings etc.
4. The Body Shop's Camomile Gentle Eye Makeup Remover: I've posted about this eye makeup remover before and it's been in my rotation for probably 15 years. I hate oil-based makeup removers that create a mess and leave your face feeling greasy. This one is the opposite to that. It's gentle as the name states and removes makeup quickly and leaves no residue. I've never found anything better so there's no need to try anything new.
5. Nyx Butter Gloss: I love this lip gloss and have it in 4 different colors. I'm not a fan of sticky glosses and this one is the perfect texture which provides shine while also moisturizing your lips. I've also repurchased the Eclair color a few times. It also helps that the price point is very affordable at only $5.
6. Joico Color Endure Shampoo and Conditioner: This shampoo and conditioner was recommended to me by Kerri and I really like the smell and how it works for color treated hair (the red bottles are specifically for blondes to prevent brassiness). It's still fairly new to me but so far I'm really liking how it works and leaves my hair feeling silky, smelling good and is helping my brassiness go away.
7. Yes To Grapefruit Rejuvenating Facial Wipes: I've probably tried every brand of facial wipes and never found a favorite. They've all been mediocre but I love the smell of the Grapefruit Yes To wipes and how it works to clean your face without leaving any residue. So far these wipes are probably my favorite.
8. Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Sun Damage Daily Moisturizer: I purchased this moisturizer a few months ago based on Kay's recommendation. I had been using an Oil of Olay face moisturizer for almost 10 years and was ready to try something new. Immediately I preferred the smell and consistency of the Garnier moisturizer compared to Oil of Olay. The lotion is thicker so I feel it provides better coverage while also being very moisturizing and providing daily SPF.
What are some of your favorite hair/skin/beauty products that have been in your rotation?
Anything by Garnier and I'm a fan and also those butter glosses are really the best for the price they go for!! Need to try those face wipes - ive been loving them for some reason lately lol! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston
ReplyDeleteIve used the Yes face wipes before--the grapefruit was a little strongly scented for my taste, but they definitely did the job well. I'll have to check out some of the other things on your list, too!
ReplyDeleteYou should link this up with Jessi and I today.
This is too crazy Emily, I have been using Cetaphil products for years and years and I adore the bar and people asked me the same question about the bar soap thing. If they would just try it, they fall in love with it like we do! Ha ha! These are great reviews, thank you and I hope you have a wonderful Wednesday beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI have heard so many great things about the NYX butter gloss. I really need to give in and pick one up! And love Garnier! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
ReplyDeletethose yes to grapefruit wipes are great! i use the cucumber ones every day :) they really get the makeup off too (from my eyes) - glad you love the shampoo! i use it all the time and it's great in rotation - keep that hair the perfect blonde :)
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I love when drug store products work so well, they have such a great price tag.
ReplyDeleteI've had such good luck with NYX butter glosses! I love trying out new colors and they're cheap so it's not a big loss if you don't like it
ReplyDeleteYes to Carrots Cucumber face moisturizer has been in my rotation for years, as has Trader Joe's oil-free face wash!
ReplyDeleteI so need to try those NYX Butter glosses, everyone raves about them. Need to check them out next time I'm at the drug store.
ReplyDeleteI love NYX butter gloss, the non-sticky feel of them is my fave! I needed new wipes, so I'm definitely gonna check out the Yes To Grapefruit ones you recommended, I need one that will take all my makeup off so definitely worth trying. I've been using Oil of Olay too for years now, so I'll have to check out Garnier.
ReplyDeleteWe are like product twins, I have all of these in rotation aside from #2 and 3. The makeup remover from The Body Shop is so gentle and have been using forever.
ReplyDeleteI need to try out those NYX butter glosses, so pretty and a great price point :)
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hmmm i didn't know cetaphil made a bar of soap. i have the pump stuff, but i always reach for the soap to wash my face (gasp!) because it's easier, so maybe i should get that.
ReplyDeleteI had been meaning to pick up that Garnier lotion but keep forgetting. I love NYX butter glosses too and always have some sitting around!!! The Body Shop makes great products, haven't tried that eye make up remover yet.
ReplyDeleteI love the NYX butter gloss! So great and cheap! I've been loving those Say Yes wipes lately too-they smell great! :)
ReplyDeleteThe Cetaphil cleansing bar is just the best! I've been using it for years. And I've been hearing lots of good things about those NYX butter glosses-- I tried to find them at Ulta once and wasn't successful.. thanks for the reminder on these awesome products!
ReplyDeletenyx butter gloss is such a fave!!! i have too many to count
ReplyDeleteThanks for this! Going to pick up some NYX Butter Gloss and getting that mosturizer. :)
ReplyDeleteJust tried NYX Butter Gloss for the first time a few weeks ago... got a free full sized one (Eclair) in an Ulta order. I'm LOVING it!
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