Beauty items you can't live without/daily beauty routine

[EagleChick19]

Originally Posted by PhoenixAzul

RE: Panoxyl...unfortunately, it is one of my things from Britain, where it is available over the counter. I've yet to find an OTC equivalent in the US, however I admit that I've not been looking very hard as I've got 8 tubes stashed in my bathroom. HOWEVER! the brand isn't particularly important. If you find a cream that's 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide (or however you spell it), it will do the same. Neutrogena makes a small tube cream that's 2.5 percent. It's supposed to be for "spot treating" but I use it all over.

I've used PanOxyl in the past, and liked it. The only problem is that here in the US, it's only available through a prescription from a dermatologist.

The Neutrogena cream would work well for "spot treating," since that brand tends to be not as harsh on your skin.

[sthrnsweetie007]

Originally Posted by GammaPhi88

I've gotten really into the spray tanning; my friends are into tanning beds but I'm terrified of skin cancer. I found a booth that makes me look tan and not orange...its great because I don't need foundation when I use it.

where do you go to get your spray tanning done? because i've had the same problem of it turning orange and i don't want to get in a bed because of skin cancer issues.


But here is my beauty routine

Morning
Philosophy Purity Made Simple
Clinique Toner ( this is the only toner that doesn't irritate my skin)
Philosophy Hope in a Jar SPF 20
Philosophy Never Let Them See You Shine

Night
same as morning
Clinique Makeup Remover
St. Ive's mask

Twice a week
Philosophy microdelivery wash
Philosophy on a clear day kit
some type of peel as well... normally philosophy

Hair/Body
VS Very Sexy line
Moroccoan Oil (http://www.moroccoanoil.com) i recommend the whole line
Philosophy Body Wash in amazing grace, pure grace, or inner grace

Makeup
Maybelline Lash Stiletto Mascara is awesome!
MAC Powder/Foundation/Concelear
VS Very Sexy eyeshadow in the menage compact for day & eye candy for night
VS Very Sexy eyeliner i love love love the liquid or the pencil both work great
VS Beauty rush or Clinique Air Kiss (normally the one i go for)

PerfumeVS Sexy Little Things Noir
BBW Vanilla Noir
anything Ed Hardy
Chanel No 19/Coco Mademoiselle
and normally pure seduction body splash or something light like that for day to day.....




I have fallen in love with BB&W's Aromatherapy Sleep in Warm Milk and Honey... it really truly does help you fall asleep

[HotDamnImAPhiMu]

Originally Posted by EagleChick19

I've used PanOxyl in the past, and liked it. The only problem is that here in the US, it's only available through a prescription from a dermatologist.

The Neutrogena cream would well for "spot treating," since that brand tends to be not as harsh on your skin.

Thanks! I did go and pick up the Neutrogena On The Spot cream. It has 2.5% benzoyl peroxide - I had been using Biore Triple Action Astringent, which has salicylic acid.

I read on that acne.org site that you're supposed to smear the Neutrogena On The Spot all over your face, then apply moisturizer on top. I did that for two nights and OMG does my face ITCH. It's also really red. But my skin is more clear! Yay!

[PhoenixAzul]

Originally Posted by HotDamnImAPhiMu

Thanks! I did go and pick up the Neutrogena On The Spot cream. It has 2.5% benzoyl peroxide - I had been using Biore Triple Action Astringent, which has salicylic acid.

I read on that acne.org site that you're supposed to smear the Neutrogena On The Spot all over your face, then apply moisturizer on top. I did that for two nights and OMG does my face ITCH. It's also really red. But my skin is more clear! Yay!

It was hard for me at first too, especially if it is particularly cold and windy/sunny where you live. It does make you a bit more sensitive to it. I was also trying 2x a day, and that was too much so I backed off and went for just 1. Moisturizer is always needed, I never thought I'd buy it because of the oil, but it apparently is the secret key ingredient. Who knew?

A word of caution: be careful with your clothes. The BP can dye your clothes so be sure to wash your hands really well and watch when you take your shirt over your head (i've gotten some rings on Tshirts that way )

[HotDamnImAPhiMu]

Good warning, thanks. I accidentally turned one of my parents' dark blue towels a leeeeetle bit pink in the corner. Whoops!

I'm learning with the moisturizer. I'm glad I went with the Cetaphil; it doesn't feel too heavy.