It was, back then, the most important date of my life. I bought an extremely expensive under-foundation moisturizer from the finest department store. As I was applying it gleefully to my face thinking how splendid a first impression I was going to make with my perfect complexion, my face started burning, and I was already starting to see small spots all over my face.
It was a dating nightmare — a beauty nightmare. I learned a hard lesson that day, that ‘the most expensive’ does not necessarily mean ‘the best.’
I wanted to buy my beauty products from manufacturers who cared about not only beauty but about health, wellness, and nature. I did a little research and discovered that a few companies did strive to meld all three.
That’s when I found PURA D’OR and their Golden Glow Face Cream with 24K Gold. This one’s awesome with honeysuckle extract and much, much more. It’s #3 on this list of Beauty Products That Belong on Your Birthday Wishlist!
1) MELLOW Baked Eye Shadow makes for some gorgeous bedroom eyes, especially in this Jade color. This is the perfect way to gift yourself, no matter what color your eyes are.
The color is deep. The powder is smooth and silky. It applies evenly and blends in well.
You can apply it wet or dry for long-lasting color that shimmers in the light.
A Review of This Product:
I love this green colour, very pretty & shimmery. Has a soft, buttery texture. Applies easily, blends nicely & minimal fallout! Lasts all day & looks brighter & darker when applied wet. Highly Recommend! —Stephanie (5 out of 5 stars)
Available on the Mellow Cosmetics website for $8.00
2) Skone Insanely Intense Tattooed Eyeliner outlasts your Friday night out with the girls. This little tube is a great gift for your BFF to put in her always-by-my-side makeup bag.
Want sultry cat eyes? Wings? I’m showing you the way. Just want to line your eyes? They’ve got your number, too.
It’s a liquid eyeliner that’s waterproof with a felt tip pen applicator. It dries quickly, and I love how easy it is to use.
Also, Skone doesn’t believe in testing on animals.
A Review of This Product:
Absolutely my favorite I’ve ever tried. Usually I’m allergic to these kinds of eyeliners but I was shocked when I realized it didn’t irritate my eyes. It goes on smooth and is long lasting. You can wear it in the pool. It’s the best. That mini size also lasts forever! I can’t believe there’s that many uses out of such a small size. I could go on forever about this product. Definitely recommend it. -Mickey (5 out of 5 stars)
Available on the Skone website for $14.00
3) PURA D’OR Golden Glow Face Cream is full of rare and exotic ingredients found in places worldwide. It’s “the” face cream! Why? Your face’s moisture balance has never been so perfect as with this cream’s 24K gold properties. We all want to look young and radiant. Am I right?! It doesn’t matter which loved one you mark off your list with this one because it will be a hit with all of them.
I mean, who doesn’t want to have a golden glow? This “sweet” cream has honeysuckle extract, argan oil, rosemary, green tea, liquorice, aloe vera juice, and more.
These natural ingredients are what bring balance to your uneven skin tone, while the 24K gold works on the texture of your skin to brighten it to a lustrous complexion like one of those beautiful China dolls.
A Review of this Product:
I really like this cream. You only need a little for it to cover the whole face. I have oily acne prone skin. This doesn’t break me out at all. The scent is mild and pleasant, and it leaves my skin quite moisturized throughout the night. It is a night cream, so it’s a bit too heavy for daytime wear. My skin looks soft, and it feels quite smooth as a result. I highly recommend it, and I will be buying more. —Barb (5 out of 5 stars)
Available on the PURA D’OR website for $19.99
4) Roo Revival Masks protect from free radicals, so you can maintain soft, supple skin. I love these masks! They moisturize your skin for as long as 72 hours. One Roo Revival anti-aging mask goes one step further, acting as your youth restorer. Could your mother use a set of these to revive the way she feels about her skin? It could even change her whole countenance.
I’m all about natural beauty, and Roo Revival masks will show yours. It’s our time to shine, not show our age.
These masks are made in Australia, and they’re paraben-free, phthalate-free, and cruelty-free.
They are vegan and free of fluorescent color agents. There are 5 masks to a package.
A Review of This Product:
I LOVE this mask! I saw results after my first use, usually it takes 2-3 masks to see results. —Nicole U. (5 out of 5 stars)
Available on the Roo Cosmetics website for $79.95
5) Stay Golden ‘Hunni’ Glitter Lip Kit is a sweet product that these lips stand by! This little kit comes with Hunni Cosmo glitter, lip liner, gloss bond & dual-tip applicator. You won’t mind the 3-4 short steps, once you have that smudge-proof, kissable pout. Get this one for your daughter, well, or as another gift for yourself. Glitter is always the right choice, in my book anyway.
Here are the simple steps.
1) Clean your lips, and dry them well.
Tip: You can use the liner to line your lips before or after steps 2 and 3, but I strongly suggest you line ’em first, because after, it’s much harder, and you don’t get as perfect a line.
2) Apply your gloss bond one lip at a time, and wait until it turns clear.
3) Apply your Cosmo glitter, also one lip at a time.
4) Go sport your dazzling, voluptuous lips around town.
A Review of this Product:
Hunni is a beautiful color, but honestly ANY of your GLK are amazing! No matter what your skin tone is, I think every color you’ve come out with looks incredible on every lady I’ve seen wearing them. —Sarah W. (5 out of 5 stars)
Available on the Stay Golden Cosmetics website for $20.00
I hope this has helped with your “shopping for my ‘peoples’ during the pandemic” dilemma. These are quality products, some of them quite inexpensive, and some a tad bit more costly, but I recommend them all, because I think they are the “end all” of healthy beauty products. Go forth and be exquisite!