So, since my brain isn't kicking out any ideas, I think I am going to finally delve into the "Idea Bank". Without further ado, I give you my first manufactured topic:
Idea Bank Topic: Skincare Routine.
Tell us about your favorite products. Do you switch up your routine for lady’s night out or a date with your significant other/spouse? Include your favorite washes, toners, serums, and makeup.
My momma always had beautiful skin. Even in her 70's, her skin remained smooth, clear and enviable. My sister and I have always hoped that we inherited her skin. We've decided Mom had three things working in her skin's favor.
The first was good genetics. Looking at pictures of her Dad, it is clear she inherited her pretty skin from him.
The second thing working for her was she honestly did not like spending too much time in the sun. I don't ever remember seeing her with a tan.
The third thing was something she did for herself: She always had a great skin care routine. She never ever went to bed with make up on her face. For eye makeup removal, she used Vaseline always. All of the other products she used seemed to change throughout the years; she seemed to try every thing out there. The one thing that remained constant was the effort she put forth.
With Mom as inspiration (plus the fact that she always had awesome face stuff to try), I've pretty much always had a good skin care routine. When I was younger, I used things like Noxzema (ouch), and St. Ives Apricot Scrub. When I had break outs, there were moments of desperation when I would boil some water, and then steam my face to "open my pores". I don't know if it actually worked, but it calmed me down to have some sort of Fix It in my skin care arsenal.
These days, my routine is very basic. My favorite product is plain old witch hazel. The brand I used is T.N. Dickinson's. I've been using this stuff for about the last four years, and I LOVE it. It helps to reduce redness, clear up breakouts, and make pores look smaller. I know this should just be considered as a toner, but I use it for the whole kabang- no face wash for me these days. By just using the witch hazel, I get clean skin without any of the dryness that a lot of other cleansers have caused.
About three times a week, I exfoliate. I usually try to do this at night so my face will have a chance to get over any redness by morning. I've used a lot of different exfoliation products over the years. It's been one thing I've been willing to spend a little more money on, because I can tell a huge difference in my skin when I keep it exfoliated. What I use these days is by far the best I've found. It is...(drum roll please)... Coconut oil and baking soda. This combo makes my skin feel so smooth and helps keep it clear.
I always use some sort of sunscreen. The only requirements I need from it are that it is face friendly and won't make me break out. These days, I'm using a powder sunscreen that I apply after my makeup.
I've never really been faithful to any specific moisturizer, but lately I've found a few things I'm liking. I've been using InstaNatural Vitamin C Serum for the last 6 months. When I use it, my skin looks brighter.
Derrick bought me a gift certificate to Skin Chic for our anniversary this year. I've always steered clear of that place because it's stuff is crazy expensive, and I was afraid if I actually tried any of it I might get hooked. I went in for an amazing facial, and came out with a bunch of samples. One of them worked especially well for me: Epionce Renewal Cream. I broke down and bought it, which was a big deal for my frugal self. Worth it. My pores look much nicer, and it helps with some of my fine lines.
Since trying new make up out is fun, I haven't developed a lot of loyalties with it. I tend to stick with a very neutral pallet- lots of browns and coppers for my eyes. Every once in awhile I will try to spice it up for a night out, but I rarely just love the results. Basic and neutral just does the trick for me. My foundation choices always have sunscreen in them, for that extra layer of protection. I like a sheer red lip color.
That pretty much wraps up my skincare routine.
Idea Bank Topic: Skincare Routine.
Tell us about your favorite products. Do you switch up your routine for lady’s night out or a date with your significant other/spouse? Include your favorite washes, toners, serums, and makeup.
My momma always had beautiful skin. Even in her 70's, her skin remained smooth, clear and enviable. My sister and I have always hoped that we inherited her skin. We've decided Mom had three things working in her skin's favor.
The first was good genetics. Looking at pictures of her Dad, it is clear she inherited her pretty skin from him.
The second thing working for her was she honestly did not like spending too much time in the sun. I don't ever remember seeing her with a tan.
The third thing was something she did for herself: She always had a great skin care routine. She never ever went to bed with make up on her face. For eye makeup removal, she used Vaseline always. All of the other products she used seemed to change throughout the years; she seemed to try every thing out there. The one thing that remained constant was the effort she put forth.
With Mom as inspiration (plus the fact that she always had awesome face stuff to try), I've pretty much always had a good skin care routine. When I was younger, I used things like Noxzema (ouch), and St. Ives Apricot Scrub. When I had break outs, there were moments of desperation when I would boil some water, and then steam my face to "open my pores". I don't know if it actually worked, but it calmed me down to have some sort of Fix It in my skin care arsenal.
These days, my routine is very basic. My favorite product is plain old witch hazel. The brand I used is T.N. Dickinson's. I've been using this stuff for about the last four years, and I LOVE it. It helps to reduce redness, clear up breakouts, and make pores look smaller. I know this should just be considered as a toner, but I use it for the whole kabang- no face wash for me these days. By just using the witch hazel, I get clean skin without any of the dryness that a lot of other cleansers have caused.
About three times a week, I exfoliate. I usually try to do this at night so my face will have a chance to get over any redness by morning. I've used a lot of different exfoliation products over the years. It's been one thing I've been willing to spend a little more money on, because I can tell a huge difference in my skin when I keep it exfoliated. What I use these days is by far the best I've found. It is...(drum roll please)... Coconut oil and baking soda. This combo makes my skin feel so smooth and helps keep it clear.
I always use some sort of sunscreen. The only requirements I need from it are that it is face friendly and won't make me break out. These days, I'm using a powder sunscreen that I apply after my makeup.
I've never really been faithful to any specific moisturizer, but lately I've found a few things I'm liking. I've been using InstaNatural Vitamin C Serum for the last 6 months. When I use it, my skin looks brighter.
Derrick bought me a gift certificate to Skin Chic for our anniversary this year. I've always steered clear of that place because it's stuff is crazy expensive, and I was afraid if I actually tried any of it I might get hooked. I went in for an amazing facial, and came out with a bunch of samples. One of them worked especially well for me: Epionce Renewal Cream. I broke down and bought it, which was a big deal for my frugal self. Worth it. My pores look much nicer, and it helps with some of my fine lines.
Since trying new make up out is fun, I haven't developed a lot of loyalties with it. I tend to stick with a very neutral pallet- lots of browns and coppers for my eyes. Every once in awhile I will try to spice it up for a night out, but I rarely just love the results. Basic and neutral just does the trick for me. My foundation choices always have sunscreen in them, for that extra layer of protection. I like a sheer red lip color.
That pretty much wraps up my skincare routine.
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