Updated Morning Skincare Routine

green beauty morning skincare routine

Whenever I have a product change or addition to my green beauty skincare routine, it’s hard for me to keep quiet. Last week I shared my holy grail night-time product, this week it’s all about my new(ish) most-loved morning one. If you are looking for a hydrating serum that makes your skin totally quenched with hydration, super plump, and gives you a glow that lasts throughout the day, look no further.

Kypris Antioxidant Dew. You guys, why did it take me so long to start using this gorgeous product regularly?! Chock full of encapsulated antioxidants, nurturing amino acids, and an array of soothing botanicals, this lightweight hydrator is a lovely layering piece that makes my skin super plump and ready for makeup.

With 26 active ingredients like Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Ferulic Acid, Sea Algae Extracts, Waltheria Indica, and DPHP, my skin looks really radiant after applying this serum. And not just right after I apply it…since I’ve been using it daily over the past few months, I’ve noticed that the glow sticks around all day and creates this really nice lit-from-within glow under my makeup. That’s the one thing I notice when I don’t use the Kypris serum daily – my skin just doesn’t look as dewy and healthy. Also keeps my redness at bay which is huge. YUUUGE.

Another thing I love about the serum is the milky, featherweight texture. (You can see it in the vial in the below photo.) It’s so smooth and silky, and the scent is super light and neutral. I love the scent of Kypris products in general – very minimal yet so delicious…almost like the faintest scent of pumpkin or something. I can’t put my finger on it, but I just love it.

Lastly, I appreciate that there are no essential oils in this product. It’s a nice change and I would imagine fantastic for those of you with reactive skin. This serum would be especially beneficial for environmentally stressed, experienced, or imbalanced complexions.

Here’s the full ingredient list.

Water/Aqua, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Xylitylglucoside, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Algae, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Phospholipids, Phragmites Communis (Reed) Extract, Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Leaf Extract, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Xylitol, Anhydroxylitol, Waltheria Indica Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Calophyllum Inophylum (Tamanu) Seed Oil, Lecithin, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Superoxide Dismutase, Ferulic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Mannitol, Dextrin, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Anisate, Sodium Levulinate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Gluconate, Xanthan Gum

So! How am I using it daily? Here’s the routine I’ve followed almost every morning this year.

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My Morning and Evening Skincare Routine


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This post is long overdue, my friends! Truth be told, although it’s a very common question asked of me, it’s hard for me to consolidate a specific skincare routine for you all. Given that I spend so much time researching and trying skincare, my bathroom vanity is like revolving door…products in, products out, rinse and repeat.

However! I do have those tried-and-true products that never fail me. In fact, if you check out my last skincare routine post (made in 2015 WHERE DID THE TIME GO), you might notice several products are still in rotation 3 years later. And the coolest part? Since it’s Memorial Day weekend, most of these items are discounted for the next few days! So what are we waiting for? Let’s get rolling.

MORNING ROUTINE

When I wake up, I’m all about invigorating my skin so I use either an exfoliating mask or an exfoliating cleanser. My exfoliating mask of choice is the True Botanicals Resurfacing Mask. This is a chemical exfoliation mask (as opposed to a physical exfoliator), and the process is very similar to the Body Radiance Mask I recently wrote about here. What I love about this mask is that it really minimizes my pores and makes my skin glow in such a short time. I put this mask on my face, go downstairs, start some water for my tea, and then rinse it off. (2-5 minutes is the recommended time to leave the mask on.) Boom, glowing skin. I do this every other day or so.

On the other days, I wake up and use an exfoliating cleanser. Tata Harper Regenerating Cleanser (all purchases over $150 get a free glam bag this weekend at Citrine!) has been a long-time staple of mine. You apply it to a dry face and it gently exfoliates and clarifies the skin. Fresh enzymes, clays, essential oils, and microspherical apricot seed powder make this quite a lovely product and it’s gentle enough to use every day.

But guess what? There’s a new product in town, and I am obsessed. Have you heard of the Suki Exfoliate Foaming Facial Cleanser? The fabulous folks at Aillea Beauty turned me onto this line and YOU GUYS. I have no words. (Except yes of course I do.) I am in love with this cleanser. It looks like a traditional sugar scrub in the pot, but when you apply to your face with water, it turns into the silkiest lather that feels so good on the face. It clarifies, rejuvenates, smooths my skin, AND smells like fresh citrus, which is my fave. Suki is a new line to me, and I have been loving it because the products work AND the line is totally affordable. You all really need to check this line out. (15% off May 25-28 with the code MEMORIAL at Aillea Beauty! You can find most of the products I mention in this post there.)

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What I’m Using

Wondering what I’m currently using and wearing? Everything is right here. (List is updated as things change, and please check the bottom of this page for discount codes!)

You can find my top picks of 2022 here!

Hair

You can read about my updated haircare routine here.

Shampoo and Conditioner – Normal:

SEEN Skin-Caring Shampoo

SEEN Skin-Caring Conditioner

Shampoo and Conditioner – Hydrating:

Coco & Eve Super Hydrating Shampoo

Coco & Eve Super Hydrating Conditioner

Shampoo and Conditioner – Volumizing:

Abhati Suisse Volumizing Shampoo

Abhati Suisse Volumizing Conditioner

Deep Conditioner:

Coco & Eve Coconut and Fig Hair Masque

Styling Products:

R + Co Bleu Super Styling Cream

R + Co Bleu Lifestyler Volume and Texture Spray

R + Co Bleu Rebounce Natural Texture Curl Cream

Innersense Whipped Cream Texturizer

Crown Affair Hair Oil

Vegamour Gro Dry Shampoo

Ouai Matte Pomade

Hair Regrowth and Health:

Maya Chia Power Fol Scalp and Hair Treatment – to increase growth

Maya Chia The Mane Agent – a fabulous bonding treatment

Styling Tools:

GHD Helios Hair Dryer – Dries my hair super quickly and I love the concentrated nozzle for my bangs and face layers.

GHD Platinum+ Hair Styler – Great iron for straightening and curling

GHD Oval Barrel Wand – This wand creates the most natural-looking waves due to its oval (not round!) barrel

Brushes:

Yves Durif Vented Hairbrush – the best brush for detangling wet hair after the shower

Mason Pearson Junior Mixture Hair Brush – I brush through my hair completely with this brush every night before bed

Clips:

I twist my hair into a bun frequently and use 2 of these clips to pin it in place.

Skincare

My skincare routine involves the following steps on a daily basis:

Cleanse, Tone, Eye Cream, Treat with Serum(s), Moisturize, SPF

In addition to my daily routine, I use exfoliators and/or masks a few times a month, but I am careful with exfoliation because too much can definitely compromise my skin barrier and lead to problems.

I have very sensitive skin and when I am dealing with bouts of dermatitis on my face, I strictly use this 4-product regimen by Avene. If you have hypersensitive skin, you might find this video to be helpful!

Face Cleanser – Foaming:

Avene XeraCalm AD Lipid-Replenishing Cleansing Oil – This lathers but is actually an oil so it’s super hydrating and gentle while still removing all makeup and sunscreen. It keeps my sensitive skin so happy!

Dr. Loretta Gentle Hydrating Cleanser – Lovely nourishing cleanser.

Vanicream Gentle Cleanser – When I have active dermatitis on my face, I use this cleanser to ensure I don’t cause additional irritation.

Doctor Rogers Restore Face Wash – Super simple and infused with aloe vera and glycerin to hydrate the skin.

Face Cleanser – Balms/Creams/Non-Foaming:

Tatcha Camellia Cleansing Oil – This is my go-to oil cleanser for double cleansing. Now that I religiously wear SPF every day, I want to make sure to get every trace of sunscreen and makeup off. This does it and it doesn’t irritate my sensitive skin.

True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm – This cleansing balm is pure heaven. It effectively removes my makeup, sunscreen, dirt, and impurities while nourishing my skin so it’s left clean, smooth, and feeling moisturized. It’s naturally scented with Ginger Root, Mandarin, and Neroli Oils so it smells like a dream. Oh, it’s also great for redness and rosacea.

Purito From Green Cleansing Oil – Best bang for your buck. This natural cleanser made from 5 oils is super soothing and so effective. I love it.

Full review of some of my other favorite face cleansers here.

Face Washcloths:

Microfiber cloths are the only types of washcloths I can use on my face. Anything else will cause irritation and swelling so these are perfect for me.

Toners/Mists: 

Avene Thermal Spring Water Mist – My face loves this simple mist. Before moisturizing, setting my makeup, or throughout the day…I just love it.

Twelve Beauty Ultra Revitalizing Elixir – Designed to calm and protect the skin, this is great for rosacea and sensitive skin.

True Botanicals Calm Nutrient Mist – Instantly calms my skin (reviewed the True Botanicals line here)

Retinol Treatment Serums:

African Botanics Resurrection Cell Recovery Serum – This is my holy grail and I become slightly stressed when I run out and don’t have backup. (Full review here.) Contains 0.5% retinol plus tons of incredible ingredients – a fantastic option for beginner/intermediate retinoid users.

Maelove Stargaze Retinol Serum – An incredibly affordable retinol treatment for beginners containing 0.25% retinol. Potent yet gentle and great for sensitive skin.

MARA Algae Retinol Face Oil – If you prefer your retinol formulation in oil, this one is for you. So impressed with this one – it works.

African Botanics Retinal Night Cream – Formulated with a creamy texture, this treatment serum contains 0.1 retinal so it’s for more advanced retinoid users. (Confused about all the different retinoid names? This post is for you.)

Maelove Moonlight Retinol Super Serum – Another very affordable serum by Maelove, this one is for more advanced retinoid users, formulated with 0.11% retinal.

Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum – 3.5% retinoid complex, this one gets down to business

Vitamin C Treatment Serums:

African Botanics Vita C Corrector – This is my go-to Vitamin C serum. Full review here.

Maelove The Glow Maker – Maelove hits it out of the park again – this time with an affordable Vitamin C, E, and Ferulic serum. If you are looking for a less expensive Skinceuticals CE Ferulic, this one’s for you.

Josh Rosebrook C Bright Complex – Fantastic product. Full review here.

Youth To The People Vitamin C + Caffeine Energy Serum – Super lightweight and really helps with puffiness,

Anti-Aging Serum (without Vitamin C or retinol):

True Botanicals Chebula Active Immunity Serum – If dryness/dullness, uneven texture, and fine lines/wrinkles are your concerns, I cannot recommend this oil enough. This hydrating anti-aging serum helps fight visible signs of aging while supporting the skin barrier. My skin always looks hydrated, glowy, and more youthful-looking upon application. (Plus, it’s hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic, and pregnancy-safe!) Perimenopausal skin? Run, don’t walk.

I use this twice daily – in the morning before my vitamin C serum and at night before my retinol.

Hydrating Serum:

Dr. Loretta Intense Replenishing Serum – Anytime my face is feeling dry (which is basically half of the year), I apply this to my face morning and night.

Exfoliators:

Naturium BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2% – I can use this 3-4 times a week with absolutely no irritation…just fresh, glowing skin.

Josh Rosebrook Active Enzyme Exfoliator – A physical and chemical exfoliant – I blow through pots of this (seen here)

True Botanicals Resurfacing Moisture Mask – Chemical exfoliant, reveals fresh skin. Great to use first thing in the morning and my sensitive skin tolerates it well.

Facial Moisturizers – Oils:

Maya Chia Super Naked Oil – My go-to face oil. Full review here.

African Botanics Fleurs D’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil – *night only* I use this in combination with the Cell Recovery Serum and the results are very impressive. (I talk about the combo in this video.) I’ll never run out of this oil – love that it has retinol in it. #whysoexpensivetho

MARA Algae + Moringa Universal Face Oil – Packed with algae, antioxidants, phytonutrients, and essential fatty acids formulated to help nourish tired dry skin. My skin feels super nourished, clear, and very bright when using this oil.

Pai Rosehip Bioregenerate Oil – A great oil for sensitive skin types. So lovely.

Facial Moisturizers – Creams:

Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair – A serum-in-cream formula, this one is super hydrating and makes my skin wickedly soft the next morning. Unscented too!

Tata Harper Superkind Fortifying Moisturizer – This is a compromised skin barrier’s dream. Will never be without this moisturizer as it’s perfect year-round.

Tata Harper Water Lock Moisturizer – Great bang for your buck. Incredible consistency, beautiful finish, doesn’t clog or irritate my skin, lovely mild citrus scent…chock full of peptides and macro hyaluronic acid. Also, It is engineered with a sustainable refill system to reduce overall waste. A recyclable refill pod locks into the refillable Water-Lock jar.

True Botanicals Moisture Lock Overnight Mask – Even though it’s called a “mask,” there’s no need to rinse it off as it feels like a night cream and absorbs rapidly. Simple, unscented hydration. Watch it transform my dry patches here.

Kate Somerville Delikate Recovery Cream – Great option when you need hydration for delicate skin. (It has worked wonderfully on my PD-prone skin.)

Eye Creams: 

Youth To The People Peptides + C Energy Eye Concentrate – I use this every damn day. Best for de-puffing.

True Botanicals Resurrection Radiance Cream – This puppy gets the job done! Full review here.

Avene Soothing Eye Contour Cream – My eye area is very prone to irritation, swelling, and redness. This godsend of a product keeps my eye area soothed, hydrated, and plump without any stinging or eye-watering.

Skin Balms:

Josh Rosebrook Vital Balm Cream, Unscented – This is just so lush and soothing and hydrating and calming. A++

Jones Road Miracle Balm – I dab this on during my makeup application and it makes my skin look gorgeous. I have three different shades, but Dusty Rose is my favorite.

Perioral Dermatitis:

I occasionally have bouts of perioral dermatitis and when that occurs, I switch up my entire skincare routine. My routine and best picks for PD can be found here.

SPF for Face:

Kosas DreamBeam SPF 40 – Amazing. Perfection. Full stop. My daily go-to 100% mineral sunscreen.

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun SPF 50 – This doesn’t feel like sunscreen at all, just a lightweight, non-irritating moisturizer. Obsessed! (FYI – this is a chemical sunscreen.)

Elta MD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 – This is a perfect everyday chemical + physical block sunscreen that absorbs well, doesn’t leave any sort of weird film on your face, and is especially great for those with acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation.

My Favorite Sun Hats:

Wallaroo Woven Fedora

Woven Visor

Wide Brim Floppy Hat

Dark Circle/Puffy Eye Erasers:

Honest Hazel Eye Gels – Puffiness be gone! These things are miracle workers – I always use in the morning before a shoot or an event!

Lip Balms:

Doctor Rogers Restore Lip Balm – This is a full-on hydrating, cushiony lip balm in a chapstick form. Love!

Avene Cicalfate Restorative Lip Cream – Super hydrating. It’s a cream, so it applies with a whitish cast – best for bedtime.

Fitglow Night Lip Serum – All the benefits of the Fitglow lip color serums, but in a clear version.

Masks/Treatments: 

Avene Tolerance Extreme Mask – A mega dose of hydration for sensitive skin

African Botanics Le Masque Hydralift Intense – This is the ultimate lifting and firming leave-on mask/serum.

Josh Rosebrook Cacao Antioxidant Mask – I want to eat this stuff, really brings the blood to the surface of the face. #circulationsupreme

Twelve Beauty The London Mask – Silky texture that never dries down and balances my skin so well.

African Botanics Mineral Cleansing Mask – Great for clarifying and refining the skin without drying it out.

True Botanicals Detoxifying Pacific Glacial Clay Mask – Great for purifying and softening. This and the African Botanics Mineral Mask are the only two clay masks I can use without my face becoming tight and red.

My favorite mask brush: LILFOX Brush

Favorite fragrances: 

Ellis Brooklyn Amber

Phlur Missing Person

Glossier You (in the solid form, the spray is too strong)

MY HUSBAND’S SKINCARE ROUTINE:

Cleanser: One Love Organics Easy Does It Face Wash
Toner: Josh Rosebrook Hydrating Accelerator
Serum: Josh Rosebrook Hydration Boost Concentrate
Moisturizer: Josh Rosebrook Vital Balm Cream
SPF for Face: Josh Rosebrook Nutrient Day Cream SPF 30

Body Care

Body Moisturizers:

Naturium Skin-Renewing Retinol Body Lotion

Naturium Bio-Lipid Restoring Body Lotion

Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil in Vanilla Bean

Body Wash/Soap: 

Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash – This is THE BEST BODY WASH EVER, you’re gonna have to trust me.

Hand cream:

Weleda Skin Food

Weleda Skin Food Light

Sunscreen for Body:

Supergoop PLAY SPF50 Sunscreen 

Supergoop PLAY Antioxidant Body Mist SPF 50 with Vitamin C

Makeup

Foundation/Concealer:

Monika Blunder Blunder Cover – Shade 3

Merit Minimalist Stick – Shade Linen

Kosas Revealer Concealer in Tone 03 or 3.5 – Super brightening and hydrating. My full video review is here.

Saie Slip Tint Tinted Moisturizer SPF 35

Finishing Powder:

Westman Atelier Vital Pressed Skincare Powder – Pink Bubble and Translucent

Make Beauty Diffusion Set Pressed Powder Fair and Light/Medium

Highlighter:

Merit Beauty Day Glow – in Cava

Lisa Eldridge Elevated Glow Highlighter – Love Cosmic Rose and Pink Moon

Westman Atelier Lit Up Highlight Sticks – I have all three shades and I adore them all. Click here to watch me apply it.

Jones Road Miracle Balm – I dab this on during my makeup application and it makes my skin look luminous and natural. I have three different shades, but Dusty Rose is my favorite.

Rituel de Fille Rare Light Luminizer – These have been in my makeup bag for years. The most unique shades I’ve ever seen. I’m partial to Phosphene, Solar Flare, and Ice Bow.

Contour:

Westman Atelier Face Trace Stick in Biscuit – Besides contouring the cheekbones, I love to use this as a neutral eye shadow, seen in this video.

Victoria Beckham Contour Stylus – Travertine and Marble

Cream Blush:

Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Sticks – This formula is hard to beat and the stick form is so easy to use! I have 5 shades and love them all. You can see them swatched on me here.

Jones Road Lip and Cheek Sticks – I love English Rose, Bright Coral, and Rosy Brown.

Kjaer Weis Cream Blush – Another great formula. Favorites are Abundance, Sun Touched. Blossoming, and Reverence

Powder Blush:

Kosas Color + Light Pressed Duo in Longitude Zero (peachy-pink) and Contrachroma (soft golden bronze)

Bronzer: 

All of my favorite bronzer swatches can be found in my 2020 Bronzer Showdown!

Westman Atelier Beauty Butter Powder Bronzer – #1 powder pick. Matte and totally weightless, creates natural, sunkissed cheeks for days.

Saie Sun Melt in Light Bronze – #1 cream pick. You can watch my application here.

HAN Bronzer in Malibu – This is a lovely cool-toned bronzer.

Bronzing/Illuminating Liquid:

Pai The Impossible Glow Bronzing Drops – I mix these drops into my moisturizer or SPF for the most natural and subtle bronze glow.

Eye Shadow:

Victoria Beckham Smoky Eye Brick in Signature

Ilia Necessary Eyeshadow Palette in Cool Nude

Jones Road The Best Eyeshadow – Ash, Dark Brown, Penny, Smokey Grey

Jones Road Just a Sec Eyeshadow – Golden Peach

Victoria Beckham Lid Lustre – Tea Rose

Rituel de Fille Ash and Ember Eye Soots – Sigil

Eye Shadow Primer:

Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer

Eyeliner:

Fitglow Vegan Eyeliner – All three shades are perfection. If you buy the trio, you basically get one for free.

Victoria Beckham Satin Kajal Liner – Olive, Bronze, Cocoa

Jillian Dempsey Kohl Eyeliner – Deep Burgundy, Black Sapphire

Morphe Gel Liner

19/99 Beauty Precision Color Pencil – Lustro is the perfect inner corner/cupid’s bow highlight

Mascara:

Ilia Limitless Lash Mascara – Lengthening and separation. Love.

Jones Road Mascara – Super volume

19/99 Lash Tint Mascara – Great for lower lashes

Victoria Beckham Future Lash – If you love tubing mascaras, this is a must

Ere Perez Waterproof Mascara – Good option for waterproof.

Lipstick:

Best Matte Formula:

Lisa Eldridge True Velvet Lipsticks – see all my favorite shades here

Givenchy Le Rouge Sheer Matte Lipsticks – #16, #23, #27, #37

Best Satin Formula:

Kosas Weightless Lipstick – Stardust, Violet Fury, Undone

Y et Beaute Lipstick – Bisou, Soho

Best Liquid Formula:

Kjaer Weis Matte, Naturally Liquid Lipsticks – KW Red, Visionary, and Enthralling

Lipgloss:

Fitglow Lip Colour Serum – My very favorite lip glosses. The shades, texture, scent, and hydration are all on point. Favorites are Nudie, Buff, Nice, and Go. Full review here.

Tower 28 ShineOn Milky Lip Jelly – I never thought the day would come when I would find a lip gloss that compared to Fitglow, but I have and they are a fraction of the cost! Run, don’t walk. I have all 4, but prefer Coconut and Cashew the most.

Lip pencils:

Fitglow Beauty Lip Liner in Nude and Buff

Jane Iredale Lip Pencils in Terracotta, Spice, and Rose

Brows:

RMS Back2Brow Shaping Powder – I really love applying this brow powder in Dark with the Back2Brow brush. I just fill in where needed.

Kjaer Weis Brow Gel in Medium Brown

Makeup Brushes:

KJH x Spectrum 11-Piece Brush Set – This set covers almost all of my bases except for the few below

Foundation: Clove + Hallow Perfecting Buffer Brush

Concealer: Clove + Hallow Precision Buffer Brush

Cream Blush: RMS Blush Brush

Eyeshadow: Real Techniques Eyeshadow Set

Jewelry

My most frequently asked question has nothing to do with clean beauty…it’s my jewelry. #gofigure I am a 14k gold loyalist through and through and very rarely switch up my jewelry – I shower, swim, and do everything in these pieces.

I rotate these necklaces:

Ariel Gordon ID Arc Necklace

Ariel Gordon Imperial Disc Pendant Necklace

Ariel Gordon Keen Eye Pendant

Ariel Gordon Medallion Signet Necklace

Aurate Diamond Bezel Evil Eye Necklace

Earrings:

Ariel Gordon Pave Huggies
I wear this hoop in my left second hole and have a constellation piercing in my right earlobe.

Bangles:

I wear six bangles from Yearly Co

Watch:

Cartier Tank Solo

Pinkie Ring:

Ariel Gordon Moniker Ring

Monthly Beauty Boxes

Beauty Heroes – Full-sized, luxury clean beauty products. I have found so many favorite products via Beauty Heroes.

Boxwalla – This beauty subscription is always so unique. They also do film and book subscriptions, which is fantastic.

Discount codes

Credo Beauty – 10% off with code WHOORL10 (only once per customer)

True Botanicals – 15% off with SARAHJ15

Clove + Hallow – 15% off with code WHOORL15

Fitglow Beauty – 15% off with the code WHOORL15

Necessaire – 10% off with code SARAHJ10

19/99 Beauty – 15% off with SARAHJ15

Green Beauty Gift Guide (My 2017 Faves!)

The holidays are here, so I wanted to tell you about some of my absolute staples in the green beauty realm. All of these products bear the Whoorl stamp of approval and would be fantastic gifts for the natural beauties in your life, but let’s face it, green beauty ain’t cheap and this is the perfect time for you to stock up on some major savings for yourself.

SKINCARE

Tata Harper Regenerating Cleanser – I know I sound like a broken record at this point, but this is the most fabulous daily exfoliating cleanser in the world. I literally use it every morning of my life. (Massage onto a dry face, let it sit for a couple of minutes, then rinse.)

Tata Harper Resurfacing Mask – Now, about 2-3 times a week, I put this mask ON TOP of the above-mentioned Regenerating Cleanser. This is Tata’s personal recipe for major glow, and she is not messing around. It packs a 1-2 punch and I am a forever fan.

Tata Harper Clarifying Mask – This mask is fantastic for those with acneic or congested skin. I love it a few times a month to clear any congestion. Great as a spot treatment too.

Tata Harper Daily Essentials – A fantastic gift and/or way to introduce yourself to Tata’s incredible line. Great price point.

Osmia Purely Simple Face Cream – Purely. Simple. Face. Cream. Enough said.

Maya Chia The Super Couple – I alternate between this serum and the Super Critical Chia Seed Oil as my daily serum/moisturizer. (I use the Super Critical on the days my skin feels sensitive. It is AMAZING for sensitive skin types.)

Maya Chia Eye Achiever Serum – If you have been around these parts for awhile, you know I’ve never been a fan of eye creams or serums. This one made me a convert. I roll onto the eye area daily.

p.s. – Starting Sunday 11/26, when you spend $150 at Maya Chia, you will receive a full-sized bottle of their Body Illuminating Serum.

MUN Anarose Toner – Hands down, best toner. (So essentially, my daily skin routine is to cleanse with Tata’s Regenerating Cleanser in the morning or One Love Organics Easy Does It Foaming Cleanser at night, spray the MUN toner liberally on my face and neck, apply one of the Maya Chia oils listed above, and then roll on the eye serum. I’ve been using this exact method for months and my skin has never looked better.) Also, starting on Black Friday, 20% off all products at MUN.

(FYI, I spoke in detail about my morning skincare routine here and my evening skincare routine here.)

Kypris Clearing Serum – Great spot treatment for blemishes.

May Lindstrom The Honey Mud – Now, May Lindstrom doesn’t ever discount her products, so you can’t get a “deal” per se, but I willingly shell out the bucks for her amazing products. The Honey Mud is *the* quintessential moisturizing mask. So gentle you can use it every day and is made from raw honey and clays. Absolutely lush and plumps up your skin like no other.

May Lindstrom The Problem Solver – This mask it the do-it-all for skin issues…like its name, it truly is a problem solver. Made with clays, cacao, and warming spices, it smells like the holidays. Plus, it’s a powder mask that you activate with water so it lasts forever. This would be such a great gift, friends. (Oh, and also? The mask of all masks? Mix equal parts The Honey Mud with The Problem Solver and apply. Insane luxury.)

FOR MY FELLOW LIPSTICK JUNKIES

Ilia Mini Lip Trio – Okay, I don’t need this because I already have these colors, but if you want an intro to Ilia’s gorgeous lipsticks, this is it. Also, who wouldn’t love it as a gift? In the Baggu pouch? It’s adorable!

Kjaer Weis Lipstick in KW Red – This is MY red. The perfect matte red. I wear it multiple times a week and am wearing it here.

Ilia Lipstick – Try the trio if you are new, but some of my favorite shades are Blossom Lady (worn here), Madam Mina, and Crimson and Clover. Also, love the Ilia Lip Gloss in Love Buzz (worn here).

RMS lipstick – Oh, the brand new Wild With Desire line is beyond. I am OBSESSED with Jezebel (worn here) and Russian Roulette (worn here).

Rituel de Fille Lip Sheer – Also love the shade Fortune Teller which is the deepest, darkest red you’ve ever seen. So, so sexy. (Worn here.) Also, Love Ache is gorgeous. (Worn here.)

Jane Iredale Lip Pencil – These are the only lip pencils I use. I have Spice, Nutmeg, Terracotta, Rose, Berry, and Crimson.

MAKEUP

Kjaer Weis Eye Shadows – Love these shadows. Pricey, but the performance (and the packaging) is superb. However, if you want to save money, just buy the refills and put them in a Z Palette.

Jane Iredale Mystikol Liner – I wear this in Onyx every day lining my upper lashes. Depending on my mood, I apply it very thinly or make a cat eye like this. (I love this brush for application.)

Jane Iredale Brow Pencil – I searched forever for a replacement for my Anastacia Brow Pencil, and I finally found it. Easy to use, and good color match! I wear the dark brunette.

Antonym Cheek Crush – I don’t what it is about this peachy-pink sheen, but it lights up my face like no other. I receive compliments every time I wear this.

Vapour Aura Multi-Use Stick – Love these easy-to-use cream blushes in stick form. My favorites are Spark and Courtesan.

Rituel de Fille Cream Blush – With the above being said, if I had to pick one blush to wear for the rest of my life, it would be this blush in Lovesick.

Ilia Palette in Prima – I keep my shadow colors super natural, and these shades are perfectly wearable.

Rituel de Fille Luminizer – OMG. The shade Phosphene is so dear to me, I might have become a bit teary when I recently lost it in New York. #thestruggleisreal

RMS Luminizer Set – Another perfect gift! How cute is that set?

TOOLS

RMS Blush Brush – This is the best brush for applying cream blush. Puts the perfect amount on the cheeks and blends beautifully.

Antonym 6 Brush Set – Antonym brushes have quickly become a favorite of mine. This one has everything you need. (It includes the short angle brush that I mentioned above for eyeliner application.

HOME AND WELL BEING

Indie Lee Bath Soak – Divine. Jasmine and ylang-ylang have never smelled better.

Osmia Milk Bath Soak – So relaxing and I love the scent. Bath soaks are such a great gift too.

Moon Juice Sachet Box – Have you all heard of Moon Juice? They make great supplements for all aspects of you…brain, beauty, sex, power, dream. You can dissolve them in coffee or tea or put them in smoothies.

Beauty Chef Boost Set – Along the same supplement line, except these boosts are liquid. (They actually taste great!)

Love Mist Spray – This mist smells so. dang. good. Spray it around your room, on your body, pretty much wherever you want. If you love the scent of red mandarin, you will love this. (Interested in checking out all their scents? Try this mini sampler!)

As always, I am happy to answer any questions you might have about any of these products!

My Green Skincare Routine – AM & PM

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I finally put together my green skincare routine for you all, and decided it would be much easier to film it, opposed to writing for days on end. However, if you have any questions about the products mentioned in the video, please leave a comment and I’ll answer to the best of my knowledge!

Also, if you are thinking of pulling the trigger on some of these items, there are some great promotions going on today for Cyber Monday. Detox Market has up to $100 off your purchase, and Integrity Botanicals has 15% off orders over $100 with code THANKS15. Promotions end tonight, though!

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