2013 Favorites: Skincare

2013 Favorites or not the following products below that I talk about in the video linked are all time favorites. These are the products that really stood out to me over 2013. In truth, I would have very much like to have uploaded this video when it was filmed in January, but due to life, moving, surgeries, and an inability to handle my sh*t, I bring you the second installment of my 2013 favorites today! I definitely felt as this was still relevant and quality content and I certainly hope you guys enjoy!

Products Mentioned:

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water

Lancome "Eau Fraiche Douceur" Micellar Cleansing Water

Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover

Bobbi Brown Soothing Cleansing Oil

Shiseido Facial Cotton

Clarins One Step Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser

Laura Mercier Flawless Skin Face Polish

Origins Modern Friction

Alpha-H Liquid Gold

Kiehl's Over-Night Biological Peel

Mario Badescu Glycolic Grapefruit Cleansing Lotion

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs & Rosewater

Kiehl's Cucumber Herbal Alcohol-Free Toner

Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Serum

Estee Lauder Idealist Even Skin Tone Illuminator

Ole Henriksen Truth Serum Collagen Booster

NUDE Radiant Day Moisturizer

PCA Skin Clearskin

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate

Pai Rosehip Bioregenerate

Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Eye Cream

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Eye

Clarins UV Plus HP Multi-Protection Day Screen SPF 40
Shiseido Sun Protection Eye Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 34
Kiehl's Acne Blemish Control Skin-Clearing Treatment
Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask
Mario Basdescu Healing & Soothing Mask
GLAMGLOW SUPER-MUD Clearing Treatment
Skin 79 Rose Moisture Mask
KORRES Lip Butter Guava
BY TERRY Baume de Rose

Love,
Claire

Favorites: December 2013

Better late than never, a month of struggle to say the least. With a broken wrist and impending surgery it's been difficult to use certain products (i.e. cleansing oil) but I have found solace is trying out new products. Thus resulting in a few new favorites this month. Ones that really stood out were the L'Oreal Colour Riche Balm inTender Mauve and one of my favorite nudes, Bite Beauty Retsina. 

Be sure to watch the video below to see the full reviews on all the products I have been loving over the month of December!

Products Mentioned:

Amika Nourishing Hair Mask
Mario Badescu Strawberry Face Scrub
Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover
Pai Rosehip BioRegenerate
Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Eye Cream
Nars "And God Created The Woman" Eyeshadow Palette
Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadow Birthday Suit
Marc Jacobs Shameless Bold Blush in 206 Reckless
L'Oreal Colour Riche Lip Balm 518 Tender Mauve
Bite Beauty Luminous Creme Lipstick Retsina

Thanks for watching!

Love,
Claire

Empties: October 2013

Even though it's almost December I still thought I would share my October Empties. Ones I will miss are the Kiehl's Magic Elixer and the NUDE Day Moisturizer. These are definite repurchases down the line. As a product junkie, I've always got plenty of backups and more fun products to try. But every once in a while I come back to my tried and true products. I hope you enjoy the video linked below!

Products Mentioned:

the Balm En Root Moisturize My Hair Conditioner

Kiehl's Magic Elixer Hair Restructuring Concentrate with Rosemary Leaf & Avocado Oils*

LUSH Whoosh Shower Jelly*

Shiseido Facial Cotton*
Caudalie Vinosource S.O.S. Thirst Quenching Serum*
Origins Clean Energy*
Butter London Acetone Free Lacquer Remover Pumpkin Warrior (discontinued)
Butter London Acetone Free Lacquer Remover Branwen's Berries (discontinued)
Boots No 7 Protect & Perfect Hand Cream SPF 15

Marc Jacobs Lola Eau de Parfum Purse Spray*
Origins Plantscription Anti-aging Concealer Light*

Travel Sizes/Deluxe Samples:

Alterna Bamboo Style Cleanse Extend Translucent Dry Shampoo

BVLGARI Eau Parfumee White Tea Shampoo & Shower Gel

Clarins Body Lift Cellulite Control

Shea Terra Organics Whipped Shea Butter Ultimate Moisturizing Body Creme Bourbon Vanilla*

Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water*
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Toner*
Ole Henrikson Truth Serum Vitamin C Collagen Booster*
Murad Clarifying Cleanser
NUDE Perfect Cleansing Oil Face & Eyes
NUDE Radiant Day Moisturizer*
Algenist Overnight Restorative Cream*

Samples:

NARS Makeup Removing Water
Guerlain Abeille Royale Youth Serum*
Chanel Le Blanc Brightening Moisturizing Cream

NEST Midnight Fleur Eau de Parfum*
bareMinerals Prime Time Eyelid Primer*
Urban Decay Big Fatty Mascara*
Dior Hydra Life BB Eye Creme*
Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch*

Hope you enjoyed!

Claire

Favorites: March 2013

The beginning of March was cold and frigid but the sun came out this last week and caused an overhaul in my daily makeup routine. Out came the self tanner and away went the intensive moisterizers. I focused on contouring and chiseling out those cheekbones. Make sure to check out the video for more info on all the products.

Products Mentioned:
Alpha-H Anti-Aging Collection
Clarins Liquid Bronze Self-Tanning
By Terry Hyaluronic Face Glow
Real Techniques Expert Face Brush
Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Eye Pencil in Jet
MAC Pure Sculpture Pro Sculpting Cream
Kevin Aucoin The Sculpting Powder in Medium
Nume Argan Oil
Suave Kids Detangling Spray
True Blue Spa Algae Extract Malibu Smooth Body Scrub

Thanks for watching!
Love,
Claire