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BEST UNDER EYE CREAMS

SkinMedica TNS eye repair: ** ! I CANNOT live without this eye cream.   It seriously makes my dark circles under my eyes nearly go away.   It takes a couple of weeks when you first start using it to see results, but results will come if you are patient. I can only use at night because it flakes when it dries (for me anyway).  But even just using it at night it makes a world of difference. It is the only under eye cream I have used that gives actual results. Too bad the results don't stay when you stop using it; within a week of stopping using it, my dark circles are coming back.   So, I will just never stop using it.  It is expensive so I do my best to make it last as long as possible.     Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado: Best daytime eye cream for under makeup. Soaks in quickly so you can put concealer over it without problems. Don't worry the green/yellow color of the cream does not change the skin color when us...
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BEST BODY LOTIONS

Eucerin Daily Replenishing Body Lotion: A light,   yet effective body lotion.  I use this the most in the Spring and Summer.  Because it soaks in fast and still works.  I do use it year round too, especially in the morning or during the day if I am applying lotion and then need to get dressed right after (i.e. I am in a rush!).   CeraVe Moisturizing Cream:  ** A "heavier lotion", but magically made to feel lighter than you would think -- it is kinda of like a moisturizing cloud if that makes any sense.  I use this more in the fall and winter. Works great for preventing and calming dry, itching or irritated skin.  Very soothing. Renew Intensive Skin Therapy (Melaleuca):  # Has a fragrance I am not hugely fond of, but this had to make the list for one simple reason -- this stuff works magic on an eczema rash I get usually in the Fall.  This is literally the only thing that makes it go away within a day or two at...

BEST FACE WASHES

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil ** This face wash is the absolute best.  I apply it to my dry (not wet) skin, gently rub it in, and rinse with warm water.  Make-up just disappears. Even though it is an "oil" it does not make my face oily or cause me any break-outs.  It leaves your skin soft and clean. I would have never thought it would work for me, but it just does.   No matter your skin type, this can work for you.   I started using this at the "peak" of my oily, breaking-out skin and it balanced my skin and made it less irritated. Now that I have combination skin, it still works great.   I have no intentions of ever giving up this product. CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser I use this in the morning.  It helps make your skin more clear and bright and even.  If you are prone to dry skin, it may make your skin too dry.   (I even use it to wash my hands sometimes because I swear the skin on my hands is healthier looking wh...

BEST HAND LOTIONS

I think hand lotion is extremely important.  You don't want your hands to show your age, so protection is key.   1) Nia 24 Sun Damage Repair for Decolletage and Hands.  # I do not use this on my chest.  I used it on my hands nightly.  It has a light scent and it really does make your skin more even and bright and younger looking.  I realize I am still fairly young (mid-30's), but I have to wash my hands a ton during the day so my hands really have it rough.  This stuff makes your hands look noticeably healthier.  I don't use during the day for two reasons: cost (to make it last longer) and because it has fragrance which I can't use during the daytime. 2) Eucerin Daily Hydration Moisturizer and Sunscreen SPF 15.   ** I love to use this in the morning before heading out the door to drive.  Sunblock on your hands is important for keeping your skin on your hands healthy.  This soaks in quick, so you can still grab the steering whee...

BEST HAIR REMOVAL DEVICES

Gilette Fusion razors.   I know they are for men.  But honestly they are just the best.  I try other razors but I always end up back at this brand. Eucerin Skin Calming Body Wash** — used as a shave “CREAM”.     This w orks like a dream for sensitive skin; it is watery formula but once you get past that it is amazing for shaving.  My skin isn't red, bumpy or irritated after shaving if I use this.   Don't worry about trying to get it to lather.  I just squeeze it into the palm of my hand and gently rub it over the skin I want to shave.   (Why are we always so obsessed with products lathering anyway??  I have come to learn that a product does not have to lather to work). Silk'n SensEpil XL Hair Remover Device (permanent hair removal).   For me only the 2 highest settings worked for permanent hair removal; the lower settings did not.  There is a little pain at the higher settings, but it is very tolerable since i...

BEST DAYTIME FACE LOTIONS

SkinMedica Total Defense and Repair SPF 34   ** This is the perfect SPF daytime lotion.   You cannot detect that there is anything on your skin after you apply it; in a good way!   It is easy to apply with no greasy feel, no smell, and it makes your pores seem smaller and keeps my skin moisturized and soft.   It is very easy to apply makeup after.     It can basically double as a face primer before applying makeup.  There is a higher SPF version but I find that too oily for me. Dr. Jart UV Illuminating SPF 36  This adds a glow to your skin, which for me makes my skin a little shiny if used in the summer when I am already oily, so I use this product in the colder months only. La Mer The Moisturizing Soft Cream  ! This one is expensive but your skin looks great when used.   I don't use it daily because I am too frugal for that and it doesn't have any SPF.   I find that I can use it anytime of the year.  It comes in a...