My Favorite Summer Beauty Products

I love trying new beauty products, I always have.  Fortunately for my wallet, the nearest Sephora and Ulta are about 40 minutes away.  That's far enough to keep me from making too many impulse purchases while browsing in those stores.  I use a healthy mix of higher end products and drugstore items, so that's what I will be recommending to you in the future.  Here are some products that I'm currently loving!

Loreal Infallible Pro-Spray & Set Makeup Extender Setting Spray

This stuff is great!  I didn't expect to like it as much as I do.  I don't know if it's because I've tried all sorts of mattifying solutions to keep my face from looking like an oil slick at the end of the day and I'm always still a little shiny (at best).  This spray really seems to seal my makeup.  Whether I wear BB cream or mineral powder foundation, this spray really seems to "lock it in" and keep it from sliding off of my face despite the humid summer.  It's a keeper.

e.l.f. HD Blush - Headliner

I rarely use powder blush anymore.  I started using this about a year ago and I can't tell you how many compliments I have received on my BLUSH!  I mean, how random is that?  People have complimented my makeup in general, but I have had actual compliments on my blush alone.  I think that's because this stuff gives such a nice rosy glow, it just stands out!  If you haven't used a liquid blush before, it may take a little practice.  You really only need a tiny dab. I place it (with my finger, but you can use what you want) on the apple of my cheek and blend in a small circle up and out toward my hairline.  Make sure to blend it in all the way or you'll look like an Anna Lee doll or and actual ELF.  I love the shade Headliner because it looks natural on most skin tones, but their other shades are great too!  Like all e.l.f. products, it's super affordable too.

Hempz Fresh Coconut and Watermelon Body Moisturizer

I picked this up on sale a few months ago when I actually ventured out to Ulta.  This lotion is amazing! Not only is it incredibly moisturizing, it smells like summertime in a bottle!  Now, I don't mean that it smells like Uncle Ron after 3 hotdogs and a round of horseshoes at the BBQ summertime, I mean the good kind of summer smell - a beach day, suntan lotion, a pina colada in your hand, wind through your hair kind of summertime smell!  They use hemp seed oil, coconut oil, avocado oil, Vitamin E, Vitamin C...and it's still got a lightweight feel.  It's on sale again at Ulta and I think you should treat yourself!

Well, that's it for now!  Thanks for reading and if you like these recommendations I'll be back with more soon!  Feel free to share this page with your friends!