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The Beauty Product that Saved My Mornings!

Is it skincare or makeup?

Ladies and gentlemen, let’s give a round of applause to Philosophy’s Renewed Hope in a Jar Skin Tint! đŸ‘ I’ve been an avid fan of Philosophy’s original Renewed Hope in a Jar, a lightweight moisturizer with a whipped formula, but this skin tint officially takes the cake! 

I’ve always liked their lightweight moisturizer because it hydrates, minimizes my pores, and gives me that natural glow that’s PERFECT under some simple makeup. When I discovered their “2.0” version with color, I knew I needed to get my hands on them ASAP.

On my effortless days, I usually just slap on some moisturizer, light coverage foundation, and top my beauty look off with some decent brows. Then, I’m pretty much good to go. I love multi-tasking beauty products that save me time when I get ready. Quite frankly, this one is bae. What more can you ask from a 2-in-1 product that works like skincare and looks like makeup? 

The whipped, water-gel formula is to die for, especially because it feels like nothing on your skin!

These Skin Tints come in five blendable shades—3.5 Sand, 5.5 Beige, 6.5 Tan, 7.5 Honey, and 9.5 Cocoa. To be honest, the colors on the Sephora website are not accurate at all. The ones photographed here are a better representation, just saying! I mix shades 3.5 and 5.5 to get the perfect color for my complexion. Since the skin tint is super buildable, you can get a good amount of coverage by using more of the product. To kick things up a notch, you can also use the darker colors to contour and give your face dimension. Did I mention they have an SPF of 20?

This is my highly-recommended product of the month! It’s perfect for all skin types, provides hydration all day long, and gives you the cover you need for under $40.

If you have any multi-tasking beauty favorites, please let me know in the comments below. Would love to try anything that will save me some sleep!

xx,
Courtney Xu
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It’s Time to Rejuvenate Your Skin

 

Tick Tock, Tick Tock

I hope your skincare routine is off to a great start—new year, new you? If the regimen’s not up to par, don’t sweat! I’ve got a few products that will help you rejuvenate your body’s largest organ.

Even with the weather constantly fluctuating (like how is it 53 degrees Fahrenheit in New York today?!), it is still SUPER important to keep your skin hydrated. I, for example, am “masking” as we speak!

Curious what my other winter must-haves are? Keep reading!

Cosmedicine – Eye Specialist Perfected Under-Eye Cream

You can never have “too many” eye-care products. I received this bad boy during the holidays and am quite in love! I was, admittedly, drawn to the dusty pink packaging, but the formula was what won my heart. It really does help to brighten up my super dark under-eye circles. It’s also hydrating all around! After using this product for a week, I noticed that my under-eye area was generally softer and not as puffy. Win!

Philosophy – Time in a Bottle 100% In-Contol Serum 

Where do I start with this amazing breakthrough serum? First, I love its “fresh-pour system” where you get to pour in the “activator” when you’re ready to use the product—so fun! Second, it is ah-ma-zing for ALL skin types—normal, oily, combo, dry, and sensitive. Third, starting off the new year with anti-aging skincare products is the way to go because it’s never too early to do so. Trust me, when it’s too late, it’s really too late. Cast away the dullness, uneven skin tones, and fine lines and wrinkles with this Time in a Bottle serum!

Amore Pacific – Time Response Skin Renewal Sleeping Masque

I tend to gravitate towards products that have a little something extra like this mini brush. I’m pretty sure I’m drawn to these products in particular because I think that a lot of care and thought went into making them! Anywhoo, I’m all about the overnight magic and I always trust Amore Pacific to thoroughly hydrate my skin. Even though I’m usually a devout user of their Moisture Bound line, I’m liking this Skin Renewal Sleeping Masque from their Time Response line. Whenever I use it, I wake up with a glow! This product definitely does hydrate, lift, and tone my skin when I’m sleeping.

Murad – Matte Effect Blotting Perfector 

Last but not least, something for the makeup lovers! This compact is literally a life changer. While I have normal skin, I tend to get oily around my t-zone (forehead and nose area). This product is perfect for touching up my face and it really helps it go from greasy-looking to matte. All you have to do is use to applicator puff to lightly dab into the cushion (which smells oh-so-good) and use the puff to pat the oily areas of your face. This can be used alone without makeup, before makeup, or even as a touch-up on top of your makeup. It’s also formulated with ingredients that hydrate! Thank you, Murad!

Don’t forget to treat your skin, everyone! 

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