Mini Beauty & Skincare Reviews You Didn’t Ask For (But I’m Sharing Anyway!)

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Makeup: The Good, the Meh, and the “Why Is This Puff Here?”

1. L’Oreal Panorama Mascara

Gave me length and separation without any clumps. My lashes look naturally full and fluttery — love it for everyday.

2. Maybelline Multi-Use Concealerhttps://amzn.to/3G2qyio

Creamy, blends beautifully, and covers dark spots like a champ. That said, I absolutely hate the puff applicator. Makes precise application awkward and honestly just gets in the way.

3. Maybelline Lifter Gloss in Moon

Obsessed. Juicy, hydrating, and leaves the prettiest pinky-nude tint. Perfect for quick makeup days.

4. L’Oreal Infallible 3 Second Setting Mist

A staple. Keeps my makeup fresh all day without feeling sticky or tight.

Body & Hand Care Worth Buying

5. Gold Bond Healing Body Lotion + Hand Lotion

Super hydrating, absorbs quickly, and keeps my skin soft all day. These have been winter (and honestly year-round) essentials.

Sunscreens for Sensitive Skin (and Every Other Day)

6. La Roche-Posay Anthelios Line

Rotating between:

Ultra Fluid SPF for Face & Body Ultra Fluid Face SPF 50 Anthelios XL for Sensitive Skin Face & Body

Lightweight, zero white cast, and perfect under makeup. The XL is a lifesaver when my skin’s feeling extra reactive.

For Calm & Refreshing Moments

7. Tower 28 SOS Spray + Caudalie Beauty Elixir

The Tower 28 SOS Spray is a dream for calming irritation or breakouts. The Caudalie Beauty Elixir is basically spa water — so refreshing as a mid-day pick-me-up.

Cleansing & Hydration Musts

8. Peach & Lily Oil Cleanser + CeraVe Moisturizing Gel

The oil cleanser melts off makeup effortlessly without stripping, and the CeraVe gel is lightweight but deeply hydrating. My skin feels balanced and happy every time.

The Serum Lineup

9. SkinCeuticals & Caudalie

SkinCeuticals Serum 10 AOX+ was a bit spicy on my skin — not for sensitive days. SkinCeuticals H.A. Intensifier plumped and smoothed beautifully. Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum gave me gentle brightening, especially when my skin was delicate.

Detox Without Overdoing It

10. Keys Harmony Face Mask

Detoxifies without being heavy, leaving me with a subtle glow. Love it when my skin needs a quick reset.

Final Thoughts

Trying all these products has been such a fun ride — a mix of new staples, a few underwhelming picks, and some that pleasantly surprised me.

Have you tried any of these?

Tell me your absolute hits and total misses in the comments below — I love swapping stories and discovering new gems (or warnings!).

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