Skincare Staples: Cleanser & Moisturizer & Lip balm

Being in the hospital for a while now made me realize what I can't live without...and all that I need...the essentials...the necessaries...the MUST HAVEs.

Mary Kay Timewise Age-Fighting Moisturizer

This moisturizer comes in 2 formula (Normal to Dry or Combo to Oily).  MK claims this product to be suitable for sensitive skin, oil & fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, and to be full of antioxidants to help your skin to look/feel smooth and radiant(when used with the Timewise 3-in-1-Cleanser).

I use the Norm-Dry formula.  This indeed is great for my sensitive skin, is oil & fragrance free and it does not clog my pores.  I like how fast the product sinks into my skin and how lightweight the product is but yet moisturizing.  I've been using this moisturizer religiously for about 5 years.  I do have and use the 3-in-1 Cleanser also but not all the time bc it doesn't do a very good job at removing makeup.  

Aveeno Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser

Aveeno claims this product to be suitable for sensitive skin, Oil/Soap-Free, Noncomedogenic, Hypoallergenic, helps to improve skin's tone/texture and clears up blemishes.  Product contains Salicylic Acid and Soy extracts.

I must say, I've tried a few HE foaming cleansers and have not been impressed like this one.  I love how this cleanser doesn't strip my face of any moisture(keep in mind I have dry skin).  I've tried other foaming cleansers by Shiseido and Estee Lauder and I did not enjoy either.  The HE foaming cleansers lathers up quite nicely and feels nice on the skin but they leave my skin "squeaky" clean and tight and ...ugh...just a dry, thirsty mess!  Aveeno's however, leaves my skin feeling soft and balanced.  This cleanser removes makeup decently.  I've been hooked on this cleanser for about 3 years now.  I do test/try other cleansers here and there but I never forget about this baby here.

Blistex Medicated Lip Balm Spf 15

I have super dry/flakie lips and I can't live without this balm.  I love that it not only moisturize but soothes the lips too.  It has a minty effect/feeling that I enjoy.  It also have spf to protect the lips from sun burn.

First 2013 Haul

After 2 weeks of hospital stay...I was in need of some retail therapy.  It's been awhile since I bought much (if any) makeup at all.  I was surprise to know that MAC repromoted Stereo Rose MSF.  So I have to go out and get myself another one since I sold the one I had.  Then I made a stop at CCO to see what kind of goodies they currently have.  I picked up another Warm Soul blush (because I sold mines...again...LOL), Azalea Blossom blush ombre, and the Step-by-Step Contour Kit by Smashbox.  I was surprise to see Smashbox products in my local CCO now.

Now onto the pictures.

Smashbox Step-by-Step Contour Kit

MAC Warm Soul

MAC Azalea Blossom blush ombre

MAC Stereo Rose Ombre

New Year...New Look

It must have been over a year since I last cut my hair. With all that has happened in 2012, I'm ready for a fresh start.

Hair cut by Kim @ The Cutting Edge (my stylist for many many years now).

Color Club Halo Hues

I can't wait to wear all these bad babes! So far, I've worn Angel Kiss and I'm totally in love!

Get your own here:

Polish Rack

I've been quite a nail polish fanatic lately. In the past few months, I've acquired a decent amount of polishes. I've been running out of storage so I started watching DIY polish racks on YouTube. So then I kept nagging the hubby to make me one and so he did. Not only one but he made me 2! The 2nd one was actually made of scraps of the 1st one. But the 2nd one is has not been painted.

Anywhoooo, here's a peek at my na polish rack. I LOVE IT! And I love my hubbs.

NOTD: Drowning in Mermaid's Tears

OPI's Mermaid's Tears(Pirates of the Carribbean) and OPI's Save Me(Nicki Minaj)

NOTD: Party in the USA

Color Club He Loves Me, Verity Movie Stars glitter polish, Sation Deluxe Crystal Top Coat