Five Faves: Holiday Party Skincare & Hair Essentials
With winter upon us sometimes your great skin seems to take a holiday of its own. So before you start layering on the makeup it is necessary to prep your skin and hair. These five items will get your skin looking flawless and your hair looking luxe.
DRUNK ELEPHANT T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum
Size 1 oz/ 30 mL
USD $90.00 CAD $112.00
This 12% AHA/BHA night serum is a major must have as it helps refine and resurface skin to reveal a smoother and more radiant looking complexion. It gently dissolves dead skin cells and supports the skin’s natural collagen production. This serum has changed my skin overnight. The AHA/BHA blend including Glycolic, Lactic, Tartaric, Citric and Salicylic acids blended with raspberry extract, does exactly what is promises “an effective and precise chemical exfoliation without the harsh side effects like dryness or sensitization.” this is in due to the plant extract ingredients like horse chestnut and white tea that helps sooth the skin. It is the right product to get your skin looking its absolute best before heading out on the town.
TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL Egg Cream Mask Hydration
1 Single-use mask USD $6.00 CAD $8.00
5 Single-use masks USD $24.00 CAD $30.00
This mask is my go to the night before or day of an event. I have sung its praises time and time again ( see my full review here ) This mask features egg extracts, coconut water, niacinamide, and other botanical extracts to deliver ultimate hydration and as an added bonus it's cruelty-free and hypoallergenic.
It really is the best mask I have come across that is quick and effective for getting my skin looking and feeling hydrated in these colder months. Not to mention its non-messy sheet mask application is easy and great for feeling glam while you get all your other essentials ready. Twenty minutes later you will have beautiful radiant nourished skin.
SEPHORA COLLECTION Mini Gloss: Dual Boar Bristle Brush
USD $15.00 CAD $19.00
This little gem of a beauty tool is a necessity for your party ready looks and all night long. A stylish and effective travel brush with a combination of boar and plastic bristles. This oval-shaped brush is ideal for your palm but the most convenient size for your evening bag. It works for all hair lengths and types. The 100 % natural boar bristles evenly distribute the scalp’s natural oils which promotes hair that is not only shiny but healthy. to promote shiny, healthy hair. It effortlessly smooths and de-tangles without messing up your hairstyle. It is salon quality for a great price (so you can buy one for every bag of course).
PEACE OUT Puffy Under-Eye Patches
6 pairs USD $25.00
These eye patches are great for party prep as they aid in reducing puffiness, dark circles and dryness. They use antioxidant-rich passion fruit extract and ice plant stem cells to help de-puff and illuminate dark circles. The bio-cellulose material is made with fibers that are 1,000 times thinner than human hair. They are effective because they get the serum into all those tiny grooves other patches can’t reach. So pop them on after cleansing until they fit gel side down comfortably on your under eyes in 15 minutes ( you could be picking our your outfit or accessories during this time) remove and pat in the excess serum and VOILA brighter de-puffed party ready eyes.
LANEIGE Special Care Lip Sleeping Mask
Size 0.7 oz / 20 g
CAD $24.00 USD $20.00
This leave on lip mask is an absolute essential for creating a perfect party ready pout. Enriched with vitamin C and antioxidants, and it’s Moisture Wrap™ technology that locks in moisture and active ingredients. Apply this the night before or during your makeup routine and your lips will look plump, refreshed and soft to the touch. I even sometimes place it over my lipstick for not only high gloss shine but moisture that lasts and lasts. For my full review and even more details on this incredible product click here.
What are your party prep essentials ? Do you have a totally different skincare routine before an event?
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With Nice Things & Prepping for Parties,
Andrea
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