Remember when I used to make youtube videos? Yeah, that was fun. I set most of them to private because….well, I’m really awkward. I enjoyed it, though. And maybe when I get a new computer and it doesn’t take me seven hours to edit a 5 minute video, I’ll get back into it.
But since I stopped making videos, I stopped sharing with you guys all my favorite things each month. And I’m putting a stop to that now. I had a lot of things that I just kept reaching or in May, and I think they’re worth mentioning!
1. Coconut Oil: Okay, before you roll your eyes because you’ve seen people ranting and raving about this for almost a year–hear me out. Yes, I use this as my makeup remover and my only facial moisturizer. And I love it. But I’m about to confess something a little…uhm…embarrassing. It doesn’t matter what deodorant I use–I could buy the most expensive, clinical strength stuff on the market…and it still won’t last. Knowing that CO is antibacterial and antifungal, I figured I’d try something. If it worked, cool. If not, no one would ever have to know. So I rub just a tiny little bit into each armpit (oh gosh, I can’t believe I’m admitting this) and let it soak in for a minute before I apply my normal deodorant. And you know what? It works.
2. Nivea: Kiss of Mint & Minerals: By far my favorite lip balm. I’ve almost used this entire tube up and I have a back up.
3. Johnson & Johnson Melt Away Stress Lavender Hand Cream: I’ve used this for years and years and honestly just rediscovered it. The scent is amazing and the cream leaves your hands so so soft. I’m kind of addicted to hand cream, and this is by far my favorite one.
4. Tresemme Dry Shampoo: STOP! And make sure you listen here. As a dry shampoo I hate this. I have fine hair and it leaves my hair feeling dirtier than it did before I started. Wait, what? I thought this was a list of favorites. It is. I do not use this as a dry shampoo. But I have very slick, fine hair. So when I curl my hair, everything sort of just melts together creating one giant curl. That’s where this baby comes in. It adds just enough grip and texture to my hair to allow the style to fall how I want it to! Plus, it doesn’t smell awful. But if you have fine hair like me, I wouldn’t at all recommend this as an actual dry shampoo. You’re better off with Batiste!
5. Monistat Chafing Gel: Again, I don’t use this how it’s intended. I’ve mentioned it before–but I actually use this as my make up primer. I know, weird. As the summer months settle in, I love this stuff even more. It keeps my make up in place all day and helps combat oil. And it’s like $5 at walmart. The ingredients are the exact same as the Smashbox photo finish primer. This isn’t new information–but it might be to you. So I recommend it.
6. OPI Strawberry Margarita: Worth the $88 I spent for it. I change my nail polish a lot. That’s not news. But I keep reaching for this.
7. Covergirl Shimmering Sands: This is an old favorite. Perfect for an easy and quick eye look.
8. Jergins Natural Glow & The Express formula: Being the 5th kid means they ran out of pigment by time they got to me. I’m the whitest of the bunch. But I also don’t crave the sunshine like I used to. Both of these work great. The Express has that DHA sunless tanner scent right off the bat (and works pretty quickly as far as seeing color). The Natural Glow smells nice right away, but then develops the DHA scent. Both leave your skin feeling extra soft! Also, I’m not orange or streaky. So there’s a plus.
9. Vaseline Rose Lip Balm: I’ll admit I only bought this because it was cute. And I didn’t love it right away. I like a balm with a little tingle in it–but aside from smelling pretty, it didn’t really do anything for me. Well, then we went to Pittsburgh and nothing was relieving my chapped lips. Oh, holy cow they hurt so bad. Finally, as a last resort I tried this. Instant relief. It’s a thicker formula so it actually sticks around on your lips for a good long while too.
10. Water Water Water: This is a stupid favorite, but I had to mention it. As someone who always hated water, I can’t believe I’m even including this. But I can’t get enough. I only drink water and coffee (one cup/ day) now. I feel better, my skin looks better, I’m not nearly as tired and being outside in the heat doesn’t kill me. It’s the easiest (and cheapest!) thing we can do to take care of ourselves.
What are your May Favorites? Let me know if you love any of these things too! Do you use any weird products the way they aren’t intended? I want to know!
Ive heard about the chafing gel at a primer, but have been too nervous to try it.
i just started using the jergens glow and i ordered 4 tubes because it's so awesome! i love that it gives a gradual color that you can build.
-kathy
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Does the Jergens glow still make you smell like pretzels? It used to make me smell like pretzels and drove me nuts.
That is sort of cool about the CO for under deodorant I may try it!
Also, I need your lip balm now! I love trying new ones. I go through so many that I love having them all over the place.
Your coconut oil deodorant trick is interesting not embarrassing, what a great trick to try!
I totally want that rose vaseline! I swear by the regular kind & that one is totally cute! I keep meaning to buy the shimmering sands palette and I think you just convinced me to pick it up next time! I also really like the Jeurgans natural glow! I tried the body BB cream because everyone has said such awesome things about it, and within like 15 seconds of putting it on I got a rash! So annoying! Also, I had no idea you had a Youtube channel! I just watched your clinique vs proactive video and it sounds like our skin type is so similar!
I really like the vaseline tip balm. The coconut oil trick is funny but heck if it works, go with it!
Wait did I miss the post where you decided to put that on your face and it worked? 😉 I really need to hear that story. I mean is there anything that coconut oil can't do?
Hahah I love that chaffing gel is the same as expensive Smashbox photo finish. That's so great and hilarious. I will never pay more than 5 bucks for a make-up primer ever again!
And we must have been having blog ESP today with the water thing. AWESOMe. I'm so glad I'm not the only one who was so attached to pretty everything BUT water. Can't wait to see the results of drinking more agua!
I love Strawberry Margarita!
I loooove that J&J lotion!!!! One of my favorite smells. They used to have a body wash too but I haven't been able to find it for a couple of years now. 🙁
I really want to try that Vaseline lip stuff! And I used to use Jergens back in the day but I guess I should try it again because I am white as a ghost!
I was late to the coconut train, I love it as a hair mask!
I love the Tresseme dry shampoo! I use the volumizing one as a dry shampoo (agreed about how gross it feels though) but I use it more as a root lifter…it really does volumize! And water…yes. I went to work without it today, and I thought I was actually going to die. Even though I was REALLY only without it until lunch. I'm kind of addicted.