Showing posts with label buy these. Show all posts
Showing posts with label buy these. Show all posts

10.05.2011

paula's choice

Once in awhile I think I will do these posts on things I buy regularly only because I know a good recommendation is always appreciated!

I hate to bring up this particular part of my past, but I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one who struggled with acne well beyond my teenage years.  My dear mother tried so hard to help me; knowing the blemishes really put an damper on my self-esteem.  I made countless visits to the dermatologist, tried every single thing on the market and never really experienced truly clear skin until I tried Paula's Choice. I discovered her products on a very cool website called makeupalley.  The reviews were so overwhelming I had to give it a try.  

I've tried some of the makeup, not very impressed.  It's the skincare that I have fallen in love with.  I use all of these products regularly and I would consider the first few as essential.

----------------------------------------------------------------
my am cleanser
clear normalizing cleanser
--------------------------------------------------------------
must have toner
skin balancing toner
------------------------------------------------------------
the best daily lotion i have ever used
skin balancing daily mattifying lotion
spf 15 & antioxidants

------------------------------------------------------------
this bottle will last you awhile
gentle touch makeup remover
------------------------------------------------------------
a nice treat to your routine
skin balancing super antioxidant
mattifying concentrate

-------------------------------------------------------------
perfect for the bikini line ;)
skin relief treatment
----------------------------------------------------------
great product for controlling oil
skin balancing carbon mask
--------------------------------------------------------
extra moisture that won't leave you greasy

skin recovery hydrating treatment mask
-------------------------------------------------------
my pm cleanser
hydralight one step facial cleanser
---------------------------------------------------------
if i have really dry skin i use this
skin recovery moisturizer
---------------------------------------------------------
Here's the thing and I need to say it... the beauty of this product line is the ability to customize to meet your skincare needs.  Read the descriptions and experiment, you can return items if they don't work for you.  Enjoy and let me know how it goes!

8.03.2011

trader joes top 10

Congratulations to my mom on the recent addition of a Trader Joes grocery store within reasonable driving distance of their home!  If you don't have a Trader Joes, I'm very very sorry.  If you do, I hope this list is helpful!

In no particular order here are a few of my favorite items...

#1
Women's Once Daily Multivitamin

#2
Whole Grain Dijon Mustard

#3
Light String Cheese 
(if your budget allows, go for the organic version)

#4
Kettle Brewed Green & White Tea with Mint

#5
Greek Style Nonfat Yogurt Honey

#6
Kitchen Anti-Bacterial Hand Soap Lemon

#7
Brittish Muffins Whole Wheat

#8
Ends & Pieces

#9
Fat Free Spicy Black Bean Dip

#10
Spicy Soy & Flaxseed Tortilla Chips