When I originally sat down to write about using oil on your face, I was writing it as an Instagram caption. Well, it was getting to be a pretty long caption, so I decided to write a dedicated blog post instead! I’ve been super passionate about skincare for years now. I love sharing what I learn along the way, so let’s talk oil!
Read moreMy Current Beauty Routine
Let’s chat skincare & makeup!
So excited to be sharing my current beauty routine with you babes! I shared a complete tutorial over on my Insta stories @pinebarrenliving and saved it to my highlights as well! You will find all products linked below. If you are interested in any of the YL products, send me a dm or email and I’d love to chat about getting them into your hands! xoxo <3
AM SKINCARE
INDIE LEE BRIGHTENING CLEANSER
I started using this cleanser a few weeks ago and instantly fell in love. I LOVE the scent; it’s very refreshing especially for morning. It’s super gentle and doesn’t really foam which I like. I would say I have noticed a difference in the overall glow of my skin with this cleanser compared to the one I was using previously. I typically apply one pump to my dry skin and then rinse with warm water.
ONE LOVE ORGANICS SKIN DEW COCONUT WATER CREAM
This face cream is perfect for spring and summer. It’s lightweight, wears well under makeup, and keeps my skin soft and hydrated. I used it all summer last year and I’m excited to bring it back into my routine this year!
EVERY DAY MAKEUP
LAWLESS WOKE UP LIKE THIS FOUNDATION
Between my blog and my Instagram, I have raved about this foundation for a while now! It’s made with clean ingredients but it’s such a great quality, super luxe liquid foundation that you would never even know! You can read my previous review on it here. My light shade is Kalahari and my medium shade is Mojave.
LAWLESS CLASSIC TRANSLUCENT SETTING POWDER
Pairing the above foundation with this setting powder is the dream team. This setting powder keeps your foundation in place all day long. I love the matte finish but definitely want to try the bronzing finish for summer!
SAVVY MINERALS BRONZER
Savvy Minerals by Young Living has been totally worth the try! The bronzer I shared in my tutorial on Instagram today is in the shade Crowned All Over which is the lighter of the two shades they make. I don’t notice a ton of shimmer with it which is nice. If you want an all over glow, use a big fluffy brush. If you want a more defined contour, use a contouring brush. Because it’s a loose powder you might have to put on a couple layers to get your desired amount of color.
SAVVY MINERALS BLUSH
The Savvy Minerals blush in the shade I Do Believe You’re Blushin’ has become my go to. It’s not too pink or too warm. It has a little shimmer to it and is buildable!
SAVVY MINERALS HIGHLIGHT
I use the veil powder in the shade Diamond Dust as my highlight. It comes in a bigger container than the blush and bronzer so it will last forever (literally). It gives such a pretty highlight that is still subtle.
ANASTASIA BROW DEFINER
This is my ride or die brow pencil. I love that the tip is angled because it makes it easier to go with the shape of your brow. I use the shade medium brown.
URBAN DECAY PERVERSION MASCARA
Another ride or die, this mascara has been a favorite of mine for years. It lengthens and adds volume without getting clumpy. Definitely my favorite! I also love the urban decay primer but currently can’t find mine!
YOUNG LIVING LAVENDER LIP BALM
This lip balm is amazing. it’s only $4 and keeps your lips smooth and hydrated. I keep one everywhere and apply throughout the day.
URBAN DECAY NAKED2 BASICS EYE PALETTE
This palette is my go to when I need to do a full eye look. I love that the colors are all matte and cool toned. I’ve probably gone through 4 of these palettes over the years! Always a repurchase.
PM SKINCARE
YOUNG LIVING MIRAH LUMINOUS CLEANSING OIL
If you’ve been following for a while, you know I love a good cleansing oil. There are so many benefits to using oil on your skin, which I will share about more in depth in another blog post. I decided to give the YL cleansing oil a try and I was not disappointed! It removes all of my makeup, even mascara. It leaves my skin feeling super soft and nourished. I highly recommend this one!! I apply it dry and wipe off with a warm washcloth.
INDIE LEE BRIGHTENING CLEANSER
If I feel like my skin needs a little extra love in the evening, I will follow up with this brightening cleanser, but more times than not I just use a cleansing oil.
INDIE LEE SQUALANE FACIAL OIL
Again, oils can do amazing things for your skin as long as you are using the correct oil for your skin type. For reference, my skin is pretty normal, sometimes dry in the winter and I get occasional breakouts that are hormone related (but this is rare). The squalane facial oil by Indie Lee is one that I have repurchased a few times. It’s lightweight, absorbs quick, and a little bit goes a long way. Most importantly, it’s non comedogenic meaning it will not clog your pores. It is great for all skin types because of it’s anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties.
YOUNG LIVING SANDALWOOD MOISTURE CREAM
With the weather getting warmer, I find myself reaching for this cream less and less. It’s super thick and a little bit goes a long way. If you have dry skin, you will 100% fall in love with this cream. It’s very hydrating and really locks in moisture. I think it will be my go to for winter, and whenever my skin needs a little extra TLC during the warmer months. The scent is amazing and I love that the ingredients are clean!
YOUNG LIVING LAVENDER LIP BALM
Again, I apply my lavender lip balm every night and love it even more than the Laneige lip sleeping mask.
YOUNG LIVING ROSE OINTMENT
The YL rose ointment is one of my favorite products they make. I use it nightly on my hands. It keeps them soft and smooth and I love that it nourishes my cuticles so well. The consistency is a bit hard, but once you warm it up in your hands it absorbs so nice!
As always, thank you so much for reading!
If you are interested in any of the Young Living products and not yet a member, please reach out to me and I can help you get started! email: megan@pinebarrenbeauty.com / insta: @pinebarrenliving
xoxo
Winter Skincare Routine
Hi babes!! I’m so excited to share my winter skincare routine today! If you’re a long time reader, you know that beauty posts are my favorite to write! If you’re new here, welcome! I’m so glad you stopped by! As you read through, please keep in mind that even though these products work great for my skin, they might not work for yours. Everyone’s skin is different! For reference, I (fortunately) have very normal skin with occasional breakouts. Let’s jump in!
MORNING ROUTINE
CLEANSER: FRESH SOY FACE CLEANSER
The Fresh Soy Face Cleanser has been my go to for years. It’s super gentle, doesn’t foam, and leaves my skin feeling clean and soft! I can’t recommend this product enough!
MOISTURIZER: FRESH LOTUS YOUTH PRESERVE FACE CREAM
I’ve been switching back and forth between the Fresh Lotus face cream and the Fresh Rose face cream. Both are light weight and absorb nicely into the skin. The lotus face cream is a great basic face cream that would be good for all skin types. The rose face cream is great for hydration; if you skin is feeling extra dry, I would try it out! They are both perfect for under makeup which is why I love using them in the morning!
NIGHT TIME ROUTINE
REMOVE MAKEUP / PRECLEANSE: FARMACY GREEN CLEAN
I had been dying to try the Farmacy Green Clean, so when Sephora had their VIB sale, I ordered it right away. Let me tell you, I was not disappointed!! The scent is so fresh and it literally melts away your makeup so easily! It’s also a plus that it has clean ingredients 🙌🏻 I will definitely repurchase this!
CLEANSER: FRESH SOY FACE CLEANSER
Again, faveee cleanser ever! Five stars all around!
TREATMENT: FRESH BLACK TEA KOMBUCHA FACIAL TREATMENT ESSENCE
When Fresh sent me their kombucha treatment I was beyond excited. Kombucha is trending in the world of wellness and the fact that you can incorporate it into your skincare routine is super cool. I’ve been using this for MONTHS and it truly has made such a difference in my skin! It definitely helps with tone and firmness, as well as overall glow. You can read about all of the benefits here. I suggest getting the large bottle because a little bit goes a long way - I haven't even made a dent in my bottle yet!!
SERUM: SUNDAY RILEY CEO RAPID FLASH BRIGHTENING SERUM
If you’ve been a long time follower, you will know that a vitamin C serum is a must in my book! Every time I run out of whatever I’m currently using, I purchase a new brand because I truly want to find the best one on the market. I also feel like vitamin C serums can plateau after a while so switching it up every once in a while isn’t a bad thing.
So, I had previously been using One Love Organics Vitamin C serum and it was amazing - I highly recommend it if you’re conscious of ingredients (full review here). When I ran out, I picked up this one by Sunday Riley. Sunday Riley is a brand that everyone raves about, so I figured I would give it a try. I got it right around Christmas time and my first impression is that it is more than worth the money (it is on the expensive side). I use one pump every night and can see an immediate difference! I also wake up every morning with glowing skin! We’ll just have to see how it lasts long term!
MOISTURIZER: FRESH LOTUS YOUTH PRESERVE DREAM NIGHT CREAM
The Lotus Dream Night Cream is one of Fresh’s newest products, and their first ever face cream specifically formulated for night time! I am so fortunate to be on their PR list because they truly have been a forever favorite skin care brand of mine! I’ve been using this night cream for a couple weeks now and am certainly impressed. It’s soft, lightweight, absorbs nicely and keeps my skin feeling hydrated. Again, we will see how it lasts long term, but I have high hopes for it based on my first impression!
EXFOLIATOR: GLO SKIN BEAUTY DAILY POLISHING CLEANSER
This exfoliating cleanser by Glo Skin Beauty is amazing! I’ve been using it since summer time and it’s great for helping to clear up breakouts. If I have a break out, I use it every night until it’s cleared up. If my skin is normal, I use it about once or twice per week to sloth off dead skin cells. What I like most is that it’s a powder. You only need a little bit in your hands, then mix it with water and rub in circles on your skin. It works like a charm!
MASK: SUMMER FRIDAYS JET LAG MASQUE
Summer Fridays is everywhere right now. Everyone is talking about it and I see it on social media nonstop. Naturally, I had to try their Jet Lag masque. I love a good, hydrating mask, and this one did not disappoint! You can lather it on and rinse after 10-15 minutes for immediately supple skin, or you can apply a thin layer overnight and wake up with a hydrated glow. I prefer to leave it on overnight, and I use it 2-3 times a week. You can also apply a thin layer in the morning after cleansing and wear it as a makeup base! It’s definitely a mask that I will repurchase!
MASK: LANEIGE LIP SLEEPING MASK
Long story short, this lip sleeping mask works wonders!!! This is another product that I’ve seen so many people raving about, and rightfully so. I have not had dry or chapped lips yet this winter! I put this on every night and it truly works. I don’t even need chapstick or lip balm during the day because of this product. I will never turn back! It’s definitely one of my favorites out of this entire routine. Also, a little bit goes a long way. I’ve been using it for about a month and feel like it’s still completely full! #worthit
That’s all for today friends! I would love to hear what products you’re loving this winter! Leave a comment with any recommendations!
xoxo
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Holiday Beauty Exclusives
Holiday beauty exclusives are quite possible my favorite gifts to give (and receive)! If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I love trying new beauty products on the reg. Holiday gift sets are a great way to do this because they are often valued at better prices and/or include travel sizes that way you aren’t fully committing before you know if you love a product or not! These are some of the best beauty exclusives this year! Let me know what’s on your list! xoxo
