Makeup And Skincare Tips From A Mom Who Cares

As promised, I have a few recommended items that might make your medicine cabinet a more lean mean fighting machine. Your makeup counter, organized and beautiful.

My problem, as you can gather from yesterday’s post, Is There A Quick Fix?, is that I am constantly trying a new product, a new lipstick, a new blush.

I guess because I have committed to one man for the rest of my life, I need to change up other areas of my life constantly, or….I just like products, and the free samples at Sephora. But didn’t I make shopping have deeper meaning for a minute?

So apparently, you are not supposed to put five different creams and lotions on your face. Less is more, for skincare and makeup.

I have read too many magazines. Asked skin care advice from people I thought looked dewy, but were just oily. I have hit rock bottom, as evidenced by the crazy breakout I had last week, where, I know for a fact, when Scott looked at me, he loved me less.

I finally sat down with my wonderful dermatologist who told me I should just follow three steps in the morning, and three in the afternoon; and that I was using the wrong products for my skin type. As I have said before, I think before you start purchasing a bunch of skin care products, consult with a dermatologist you trust to understand exactly what your skin needs at this stage in your life.

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The Clarisonic brush is the perfect tool to use with your cleanser of choice. It aids in a deeper cleaning of your skin.

As we get older, our cleanser needs to do more than just take off makeup. The glycolic acid works to keep our pores clear as well as fights against those wrinkles that are determined to make the side of my eyes their new home.

Every woman should use some form of an antioxidant serum. There are different ones on the market that will meet your skin type's needs. These serums have been proven to support collagen production and minimize the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Which I guess means we will still have them, but maybe only people with amazing eyesight will see them.

My undereye area is my biggest problem. It is the only skin on my body I don't want to get skinnier, but it does! I use this eye roller by Dr. Brandt and it has really helped with my dark circles. I am constantly putting on eye cream. When I wake up, under my makeup, during sex, and at night. Eye cream is an easy sample to score, so ask the cosmetic counters for samples and try out the ones you have heard are great.

This goes under the category of, if I only knew then what I know now. The sun killed my skin. When I was young, I thought I looked great with a tan. I had no idea about the damage it causes. I use sunscreen religiously now. Make sure you reapply throughout the day. You should carry an extra bottle in your purse. Find one that agrees with your skin, as many are too thick and can cause breakouts. This one was recommended by my doctor and has worked for me. In addition to its broad spectrum protection, it contains antioxidants that are good for the skin.

I really don't like to use a lot of makeup, but I like my skin to look smooth. This Cle de Peau fluid foundation is pricey, but I have found that it gives me the best coverage. For day, I just take a drop and mix with some sunsreen.

By Terry is a great lesser known brand. For everyday use, you use the built in brush applicator and bascially brush away your imperfections. I use it around my nose, under my eyes, and any other areas that tend to get red. It's another great product to keep in your purse for emergencies.

I am not scared of that many things, but I have always been scared of eyelash curlers. But my fear of limp lashes is stronger, and when you practice a few times with the curler, you realize that you will be okay, and your eyes will look more awake. There are a ton of diffrent curlers out there, but this one is also on the top of everyone's list.

I have always loved Bobbie Brown cosmetics. She promotes a natural look aesthetic. I found these cream shadows a few years back and have been hooked ever since. They come in a ton of colors, and with a cream shadow brush they are easy to apply. You have color on your lids, but it looks so natural and effortless.

Searching for a good bronzer is like searching for a good man. You don't want it to overpower you, and you should have a glow once you find the right one. I love this bronzer. It gives you a natural glow, goes on light, and is oil-free.

Please know that I have a few goals in life. Health and happiness for friends and family, and a daily dewy look for me. I found this with Tatcha Dewy Skin Mist. While shopping for another facial mist, I was directed to this new Japanese brand. They promised I would love it, and I do! One of my favorite little tricks. And, imagine how in the know I felt when I later read about it on The Zoe Report. Rachel Zoe's stamp of approval is like the coolest senior in high school complementing my shirt from Contempo Casuals when I was a freshmen. You can spray this mist on a clean face, or over your makeup.

Retin-A has been around forever and still considered to be one of the best products to fight against wrinkles, discoloration, and breakouts. It is by prescription only and there are different kinds on the market. I use it nightly and it has definitely improved my skin.

I have to admit I am not a big moisturizer person, but I only hear rave reviews about all of the Oil of Olay moisturizers. Rod Stewart has been using Olay since he was fourteen, and he can still bag any tall blonde he wants. That's something. The truth is, just because something costs more, doesn't mean it works any better. Olay, Roc, and Neutrogena are all great brands of moisturizers and so affordable.

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Just putting it out there that I don’t receive any compensation for mentioning the products above. Consider me the Jewish Mother Theresa. I just want to share and make the world a better, more dewy faced place.