Along with sensitive skin and rosacea, my skin is also very dry. I know, I’m a dermatologists’ dream! Anyhow, after I moved on from Clinique’s daily moisturizer, I wanted one specifically to wear at night, that would keep my face moisturized but wouldn’t be too heavy.

So here’s the one I love and recommend!

Mario Badescu Kera Moisturizer

How much it costs: $20 (for a 2 oz. container)

Where you can get it: Nordstrom, Mario Badescu.com

What I like about it: Lots! The moisturizer spreads well on your face and you definitely don’t need a lot to do the job. I apply it after I wash my face at night and my skin feels soft and smooth (like a baby’s bottom!) all night. Even if I don’t wash my face right away the next day, it still feels great. And it’s not very heavy so my skin doesn’t feel greasy or leave a greasy film on clothes, pillows, etc. Also, the container is recyclable plastic too.

What I don’t like about it: Sadly, this doesn’t have SPF so I wouldn’t recommend it during the day, unless you have SPF in your foundation, etc. It is a little pricy too, but if you don’t use too much of it when applying, it does last.

Do you use a specific moisturizer for night? And if so, what kind do you like?

I am completely addicted to lip balm, glosses, anything. I am drawn to it like a honing device because it’s so much fun to experiment with colors. I don’t really mix up my make up routine as much as I do with lip shades. My collection of lip glosses/balms is insane.

So when TC and I went to Nordstrom recently, we both tried a limited edition super moisturizing lip balm that has a slight tint. For me, that’s like the best of both worlds because I hate applying lip balm, waiting for it to partially absorb and then lacquering the gloss on top.

And after trying this for a few days, I really started to like this and wanted to share it with everyone!

MAC Suntints SPF 20 Liquid Lip Balm

How much it costs: $14.50

Where you can buy it: MAC freestanding stores or MAC cosmetic counters

What I like about it: It is insanely moisturizing without feeling super greasy. The hint of color is there but not a lot to make it too strong and it gives your lips a really nice shine. And it really lasts too, even if you are having a drink or eating. I though it would have rubbed of more but it didn’t. Of course, having SPF is a big thing for me too, I definitely need it, and I never thought about needing to us SPF on my lips, good to know.

What I don’t like about it: When it comes time to re-apply, your lips can feel a little icky (yes, not really a technical term), but fortunately it’s not a make or break thing for this product.

So overall I’ve been really happy with this. And according to the MAC counter girl, it’s a limited edition product so if you’re interested, hurry up and get it!!

Is anyone else addicted to lip glosses or balms? I have SO many in my apartment.

I have rosacea, which means my cheeks are naturally rosy, red (in an obnoxious way) and when I laugh, get embarrassed, drink too much red wine or eat too much chocolate, my skin can get really irritated. Along with meds to control this, I’ve been using OTC products to cover and manage the redness in my skin and thanks to Nordstrom (the happiest place on earth), I found one product that I really love.

Mario Badescu Azulene Calming Mask

How much it costs: $18 (for a 2 oz. container)

Where you can buy it: MarioBadescu.com, Nordstrom

What I like about it: I love that it has a cooling sensation as soon as it is applied to the skin. Rosacea skin can be a little warmer to the touch than normal because of the irritation, but this feels great and cool when I put it on and it spreads very well. You don’t need a lot to cover your face and it should sit on there for 10-15 minutes. Whenever I take it off, I can see a difference already on my skin, that the redness has relaxed and my skin feels softer too. You can do this daily, every other day or weekly. I do it weekly and find that my skin stays under control for the week without a problem.

What I don’t like about it: Yeah when this is drying, your face feels like it’s pulled tighter than a sheet (think, Joan Rivers). You cannot laugh, cry, blow your nose or talk. Fortunately, it’s not on there for long. And when you wash your face after, the mask can stay on your skin a bit, so wash liberally when it’s time to remove.

Overall though, I really love this product and feel like it does a lot to keep my skin and redness under control. Highly recommend it!

Does anyone else have reddish skin or rosacea? I don’t know many people who do!

Along with being sensitive, my skin is a nice mixture of tones, primarily a strong pink undertone, which means finding the perfect blush to work with it is a little more difficult. I’ve heard very good things about the Bobbi Brown Shimmer Bricks but I’ll be sticking with my favorite thing, Nars’ Orgasm.

Say wha? Orgasm? Heck yes!

After fashion magazines raved about it and Sephora named it “best of” for the last five years, I had to go in and try it. According to Sephora, it has pink and gold undertones and was deemed as “universally flattering” for all skin tones, which made me more curious to check it out. And trust me, once you try Orgasm, you don’t go back :) Pun intended.

Nars Blush: Orgasm

How much it costs: $25

Where you can buy it: NARS counters, Sephora stores and online

What I like about it: The color really is flattering. Trust me, I didn’t want to believe it but it is. You can make it as sun kissed soft or pinched pink as you want and it lasts all day. It spreads evenly and works well with or without foundation on your skin. A Sephora makeup artist also told me you could use this as an eyeshadow if you wanted but I haven’t tried that….yet. It also lasts a really long time. Mine has lasted for over a year and while it’s wearing in parts, I don’t plan to replace it until I’m down to the VERY bottom

What I don’t like about it: It can be very tough to judge when too much is enough. In the beginning, I went out several times looking like a “woman of the night.” Because the color is so soft, it definitely requires some trial and error, but it’s worth it

There are tons of other blush shades to choose from too but I’ll be keeping Orgasm close to my chest…or pants pocket ;) The other colors I recommend checking out if you’re fair skinned like me is Deep Throat and Super Orgasm. Yes, lots of sexual words in this post :)

Yes, genes did not fare well for me in many departments, heigh, hip width and of course eyebrows. My hair is naturally very dark brown but my eyebrows are medium brown and very faint. Like my eyebrow shape is full (thinking Brooke Shields) but very thin.

Then a friend who worked at the Laura Mercier counter introduced me to its brow powder duo and OMG I will NEVER go back to life without it. So let’s take a closer look.

Laura Mercier Brow Powder Duo

How much it costs: $24

Where you can buy it: All Laura Mercier counters (Nordstrom, Macys, Bloomingdales) and online

What I like about it: The duo compact allows you to really mix and find your perfect shade. I use the Auburn duo and I just need a swipe of both colors to get the shade that works for me. And trust me it’s easy to overdue it if you get too aggressive with mixing the colors. But the right amount help it look really natural. And because you don’t use a lot of product each day, it lasts FOREVER. Okay well not forever but for a pretty long time. I’m still using the original duo compact I bought at least six months ago. Color still looks fresh and the compact doesn’t get mushy or look “old.”

What I don’t like about it: Honestly, I’ve been pretty happy with this overall. The only thing is to really practice and get to know what color looks best on you and how much to use each day. In the beginning, I had a few SCARY eyebrow color days. Just ask my friends :)

To help get “styled’ eyebrow look all day, I’ve also used Laura Mercier’s Eye Brown Gel ($19) to keep the eyebrow hair shaped all day and I use a Sephora Professional brush (similar to this one) to apply it. I was happy with the Gel but it’s not really necessary. I’ve had the same results without using it too.

Do you shade in your eyebrows or know anyone else who does? I thought it was crazy at first but I’m a firm believer now!