What I Use: Face Skin Care & Make-up

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I’ve often been told I look younger than my 63 years. I give a lot of credit to genetics, but I also have spent time trying to find the right products for my skin.

There are two important things I suggest to help keep your skin in the best shape possible. The first is to stay out of the sun as much as possible. Absolutely use sunscreen anytime you do. The other is that you don’t have to get stuck on one brand. It’s the products that matter. I use an assortment of brands.

I have a few splurges in my routine I think are worth a little extra money, but the majority are inexpensive. Here are the things I use for skin care on my face and makeup. While I try to follow this regimen most days,  I’m not that rigid.

I do earn a small commission if you click on the links to purchase these products. Prices are set by stores and subject to change.

 

CorneaCare Wipes

I have dry eye disease and these are a great way to start my day. I wipe my eyes and then use it to freshen up my face.

27.00 at Amazon (30 ct)

15.89 at Target (15 ct)

 

Bliss Bright Idea Moisturizer

This creamy face lotion has Vitamin C + Tri-Peptide. It brightens my skin and makes it softer.

16.15 at Amazon

24.88 at Walmart

 

CeraVe 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

If I am spending any time outside, I cover my face with SPF. This tinted cream from CeraVe gives light coverage and a little color.

13.97 at Amazon

16.99 at Ulta

 

Clinique All About Eyes De-puffing

My eyes are very sensitive and I had to stop using eye creams. This serum stick doesn’t bother my eyes and I roll in under and around frequently to help with puffiness, wrinkles, and dark circles.

39.90 at Amazon

42.00 at Ulta

 

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water

This is a healthy way  to clean your skin at the end of the day.  It takes the makeup off as it clarifies the skin.

8.97 at Amazon

9.59 at Target

 

Ordinary Hyraluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum

Ordinary has many different inexpensive products. This is my favorite and it goes right on my skin after cleansing at night.

9.90 at Amazon

9.90 at Target

 

No 7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Night Cream


I’ve found No 7 products to be great at firming and restoring skin, without burning it.

25.97 at Amazon

25.99 at Target

 

Vaseline Petroleum Original

Sometimes you need to go back to the basics. Vaseline is still the best way to moisten my lips and quickly hydrate dry areas anywhere.

8.77 at Amazon            

5.79 at Target

 

Rose Quartz Eye Roller

Roll it to help your nighttime products penetrate the skin and work their best. It also helps a lot with puffiness when I’m on prednisone.

8.98 at Amazon

28.00 at Ulta

 

I do not wear makeup everyday, but when I do, here are the products I like to use:

 

It Cosmetics Glow Sun Cream Blush

It’s hard to find a blush that doesn’t look like you are wearing blush, but this one blends well.

34.00 at Amazon

34.00 at Ulta

 

It Cosmetics Je Ne Sais Quoi Lip Treatment

I love the way this makes my lips feel and it adds a little bit of color.

25.00 at Amazon

25.00 at Ulta

 

NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum

I have tried more concealers than I could count. This one hides imperfections and pores, while hydrating skin. Tip: apply under tinted moisturizer or makeup for a more natural look. 

11.39 at Amazon

12.00 at Ulta

 

e.l.f. Monochromatic Multi Stick

This is one of the greatest bargains out there. Use it on your lips, cheeks, or eyes. Get it in a few colors. Keep it in your pocketbook. Since it’s solid, you can even take it through TSA.

4.75 at Amazon

5.00 at Target

 

Thrive Causmetics Brilliant Eye Brightener

This brightens my sensitive eyes without making them burn. I also love that they have matte colors.

$15 off when you spend $50 at Thrive Causmetics

 

Thrive Causmetics Buildable Blur  CC Cream

This sun protection gives me a little more coverage when I am putting on makeup

$15 off when you spend $50 at Thrive Causmetics

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