My makeup edition

I've probably spent way more money on cosmetics and toiletries than I would feel comfortable admitting. I always think I need stuff I don't, or I need more of something I already have (I guess I can safely say the marketing departments of the make-up industry are doing their jobs). I've finally whittled down my routine and selected some of my favorite favorites of all time that I would recommend:

CoverGirl Lash Blast Mascara:

What I love about this is that unlike other mascaras, I don't have clumpy, goopy lashes. It's one of the more affordable mascaras and best mascaras, and trust me, having sparse, blonde lashes, I'm always always buying and trying mascara. This does not transform my lashes into super-long, thick dark romantic lashes, but I'm glad because that would be way unnatural for someone like me. It takes the few lashes I have, darkens them and makes them believably more voluminous. (As a side note: I always curl my lashes before hand. It only takes like 20 seconds and makes your lashes 1) more lash-like and curly 2) adhere to the mascara more easily)

Olay Foaming Face Wash for Sensitive Skin:

This wash is a real gem. It's super inexpensive, removes make-up easily, makes you feel clean but not dried-out and keeps my (sensitive) skin blemish-free. I actually switched to some face wash that's organic and triple the price and literally, the morning after I washed my face in the evening, a pimple appeared on my chin. Needless to say, I switched back and I doubt I'll ever change again. 

Dove Clinical Protection Deodorant and Antiperspirant:
 This is not a particularly lady-like thing for me to admit but I don't perspire. I sweat. It's gross blah blah blah but whatevs do you really expect me not to break a sweat on the treadmill? (Not to mention how red my skin turns... but that's another issue entirely). This isn't a cure-all deodorant. I still sweat a little, but I don't stink. It's the closest I can get to a sweat-free lifestyle so until I find a better replacement, this sucker is staying in my toiletry family.

Physician's Formula Talc-Free Mineral-Wear Loose Powder:
As I sort of mentioned before, I have some red-skin issues. I turn red really easily and my face isn't one nice, pretty color. Instead, I have faint red blotches. This loose powder evens-out my skin tone while maintaining my true color. It's like me, only a better version. I've tried liquids and tinted lotions but they all look (and feel) oppressive and fake, like a mask. I've since only used loose powder and this is definitely the best brand I've tried (I've used CoverGirl, Almay and Revlon versions). It's more expensive, but it is definitely worth it because I don't feel it when I'm wearing it, it doesn't irritate my skin, and makes a noticeable difference.