It has been a LONG time since I’ve done a beauty routine post, so I decided to do an update since some of my products have changed. I have to be honest about something, as much as I love a good deal on clothing, I am much more willing to splurge on beauty products. I justify my spending on beauty products based on the fact that they are in use every day! I have had trouble skin for over 7 years now, and although I’ve come close to a perfect routine that keeps my skin fairly clear, I’ve never had naturally flawless skin. I break out easily from stress, and if I’m not breaking out, I usually have discoloration and my skin type is very oily. Finding the right products for my skin has always been a problem, but I’m always willing to try new things. Here is my current routine:
Facewash: Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Cleanser I have used Cetaphil for a long time and this is comparable because it leaves you feeling fresh without being too harsh on the skin. It also is a smaller bottle than Cetaphil, so it doesn’t take up as much room on my bathroom counter (which I feel like I’m always trying to make more space).
Daytime Moisturizer: Meaningful Beauty Antioxidant Day Creme 1 FL OZ SPF 20
BB Cream: SKIN79 Super+ Beblesh Balm BB Cream Triple Function This is the second BB Cream I’ve tried and I have to say I love it. I decided to try it based off of all the reviews Kristina from Pretty Shiny Sparkly had on BB Creams and based off her everyday beauty routine. I’m so glad I tried it because I really love it! I just need a small pump and it gives really good coverage. Again, because I have problem skin and break out frequently from stress or what not, I also use a foundation to add extra coverage on problem areas.
Foundation: Makeup Forever HD Invisible Cover Foundation (Flesh) is my current foundation that I’ve been using for a little over a month now. I’ve had great success with coverage after applying a small amount of the BB Cream and then a little of this foundation to more problem areas. I’ve heard great things about this foundation in general and for the extra coverage to help conceal blemishes it works well!
Highlighter: Benefit Cosmetics sun beam
Blush: Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush (in Adored) is an amazing blush that I’ve almost had for a year (and barely made a dent in). It is so colorful and takes very little to highlight my cheeks. I love bright pink blush and this color has been amazing to give me a bright cheek while still looking natural. I would highly recommend this shade and this brand of blush if you are looking to try something new.
Eyeshadow: I talked about the Naked Palette
Eyeliner: I used to be strictly a pencil user, but as I grew more and more in love with the cat eye (done so perfectly every time by Lauren Conrad who is my beauty idol) I knew I needed to find a great liquid liner. I am in love with how simple Stila Waterproof Liquid Liner is to apply with a soft applicator. The color is rich and lasts all day!
Mascara: I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I haven’t found a brand name mascara that does much better than drugstore mascara, which is why lately my go-to has been Maybelline New York Volum’ Express Falsies Flared Waterproof Mascara. It gives you the perfect lash with a couple coats… and for a more intense look, apply a couple more for some statement lashes. Note: This mascara is difficult to remove from your lashes at the end of the day… to me it is still worth the great look I get, but if you don’t like spending a lot of time trying to get off the mascara, I wouldn’t recommend this!
Eyelash Curler: Perhaps sounds dumb that I’m including this in my routine because maybe it’s a DUH sort of thing? Well I just wanted to say that I use my Revlon Beauty Tools Lash Curler
What is your current beauty routine?
Great post Rachel, it’s always interesting to hear what other girls use
I just found out I’m allergic to dairy last year and since adjusting my diet, my beauty routine changed drastically since my skin cleared up 
But for me, it’s Clinique all the way!
That used to be my go-to mascara as well but then I switched to a Loreal one. But I love the falsies one too! I’ve heard great things about that Makeup Forever foundation, maybe I should save up for it and try it out!
I’ll have to look into that BB cream. I’m using the Garnier one now and I like it, but it does make my skin oily. I agree that drugstore mascara works great!
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Love these types of posts! I don’t know what but it’s always fun to see someone else’s routine.
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I want to try that Benefit highlighter…..thanks for sharing!!!
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I love hearing what people use for their beauty routine–I always end up finding new products! I recently picked up one of Neutrogena’s “natural” cleaners and I love it. It’s very gentle!
I love seeing what people use in their beauty routine! I’ve used Neutrogena type face wash before and have liked it. Right now I’m really into the Yes To line though – Yes to Tomatoes and Yes to Cucumbers. It’s helping my acne some anyway!
Love this post. Great routine! Great products. Thanks for all the info! xo, Julie
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I love the falsies from Maybelline!
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I always love to find out what other people use in their daily routines! I’m obsessed with my High Beam and won’t leave the house without it on lol! I’d love to try that Amazonian clay blush!
xo jen
I am loving that Naked palette of eye shadow – so pretty!
Annie
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Thanx for sharing this Rachel !! Great products
I really love drug store mascaras too. You can try all the new stuff without paying a ton. I dislike buying makeup that costs as much as a pair of shoes!
such a lovely post! really wanna try that bb cream
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Great post. I decided to be proactive and start with a skincare routine and ended up being unhappy with the products I tried… so I’m currently in the market for a good cleanser/moisturizer. I’ll be trying the foaming facewash, for sure.
Interesting post. Mine is almost similar, but with different brands and I don’t use a highlighter for everyday look!!!
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Mine varies every morning but yours sounds like it really works for you!
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great information! It’s tough finding a good routine and it gets tougher whenever your skin changes too! At least for me…hehe
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Love this – the Naked pallete and Falsies….
i WANT the naked palette. i’m currently using anstasia beverly hills ‘she wears it well” which is a neutral palette, too…naked will be next!
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Thanks for the beauty routine! Your makeup always looks flawless!
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Love that you're mixing a little bit of everything in here – my medicine cabinet is a hodgepodge of goodies for sure
Thanks for the welcome back Rachel, can't wait to catch up on your blog!
that sounds like a good bb cream, I’ve been looking for a new one!
oooooh great picks. Love the falsies mascara. total fave. thanks for stopping by my blog!
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I use that mascara and it's the best I've ever found! I've also been wanting to try a highlighter, so maybe I'll try yours.
And I've always had problem skin as well…it's so frustrating to never have clear or at least even-colored skin, so I feel ya!
~Jacy
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Jacy… I'm so glad I'm not the only one… I seriously feel like I'm the only person who has problems with break outs and uneven coloration! It can be very frustrating, but hey girl you always look gorgeous and flawless!
Love seeing others beauty routines! The Naked Eye Pallet is my favorite, I’m obsessed!!
xx Michelle
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Your daily routine is amazing. You have great taste
skin79 bb creams are really good!
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i always love learning about other peoples’ makeup routines. i have the pinky highlighter from benefit (i forget what it’s called now) and i’ve had trouble figuring out how to use it, so that video is so helpful. thanks!
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Love seeing what products others use! I love that Naked palette, and I used to use SunBeam all the time but haven’t re-bought it since it ran out.
Great routine suggestions!
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Loving these products! Can’t wait to try a few of them too!!
xo Olivia
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Great post Rachel – love reading what others use. I’m going to have to try the Makeup Forever Foundation and the mascara!
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Thanks for your comment about the cupid tank!! I couldn’t respond via email because your email is set to “no reply”. I love this post, I’ve been wanting to try a BB cream! I love the Naked Eye palette. I need to do some more experimenting with it! I think I tried that Falsies mascara once and didn’t like it, unless I’m thinking of a different one. Isn’t it super hard to get off your eyelashes?
Rachael, OH crap! Lol I am bad at knowing my settings, sorry about that!
Yes, you are right about the Falsies, it is difficult to get off, but I guess I love the way it looks on my lashes so much that I am still going to use it. I should probably include that in the description though! Sometimes I don’t think about what might be most important to another person! Thanks
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I’m still on a quest for my all-time favorite mascara! Right now I’m just using Voluminous by L’Oreal. It’s ok.
Wow! Who knew! YAY! Updated
And keep me up to date if you find something that is really really awesome! I think I have also used Voluminous by L’Oreal, it is pretty good. My absolute favorite mascara was by L’Oreal but they discontinued it!
Great post! I love knowing what other people use, it helps!
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I use the exact same neutrogena cleanser and have been for 10 years. It’s awesome.
xo, Yi-chia
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Nice post!
really love my naked palette and need to try the falsies mascara, I have heard so many great things about it:)
xx Kate
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I’ve heard nothing but good things about the naked pallet I think I need it now
I’ve yet to try BB cream but I think it is about time. I’ve never liked how thick foundation seemed to be and the BB cream sounds like a great lighter alternative!
I love this routine! I use many of the products you use. I especially Love the Naked palette
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HI
I’ve seen that BB creme before as well…what about the fact that it says “whitening” on the front? Does it contain chemicals that whiten / bleach the skin? Lately I’ve been using Dr. Jart BB detox cream. love that stuff.
I’ve never heard of Dr. Jart BB detox cream! I’ll have to take a look at that too. Honestly, I’m not sure what they mean by “whitening” except maybe it means that it corrects discoloration and redness (which it definitely helps with). It does say on the back “ingredients are effective in whitening, wrinkle improvement cultivate more brightened elastic skin” I just don’t think there is any way there would be chemicals in it to bleach the skin. I have extremely sensitive skin and I’m sure it would have been irritated if that was the case! Hope this helps!
I love Tarte blushes and the UD naked palette! Might have to try the Stila eyeliner – sounds awesome!