I tried several new beauty products and tools in 2016 that I really liked. I made a point this past year to try some new products and branch out a little. It was a great way to discover some new beauty favorites. Here I’d like to share a list of my top 10 beauty and skin care items of 2016 (in no particular order).
1. It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Illumination
This is the best foundation I have ever used, hands down. The consistency is perfect—not too watery or too thick. The ingredients are safe for sensitive skin. I love how easily it blends into the skin, yet it doesn’t sink into pores. It gives a nice smooth appearance. Plus, it has an SPF of 50. How many products can you say offer sun protection, coverage, and moisturization all in one? My only complaint (a very minor one) is the limited shade selection. I solved that by mixing the shade Fair into the shade Light and blending the two together. Works like a charm.
2. Clinique Chubby Stick Cheek Color Balm
My skin tends to be on the dry side, so powdered blushes can look cakey. I prefer cream blushes. This blush is so easy to apply, blends nicely, and has just the tiniest bit of a glow to it. So pretty.
3. Burt’s Bees lipstick
I’ve mentioned this lipstick before. It’s one of my all time favorites. So comfortable and wearable.
4. Stila Stay All Day liquid eyeliner
This is the perfect eyeliner. Stays put all day, but not hard to remove when you need to. The felt tip applicator is very easy to control, making it just right for someone like me who usually isn’t too great at applying eyeliner.
5. Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge
Often considered a dupe for a much more expensive version, this makeup sponge makes applying foundation simple and quick. It’s by far one of the cheapest of this type of makeup applicators, and one of the best.
6. Beeyoutiful Lip Shimmer-Kiss of Berry
If you’re looking for an all natural makeup line that has really healthy ingredients, I recommend trying the Beeyoutiful makeup line. The Lip Shimmers are tinted lip balms that actually apply some real color to your lips.
7. Soap & Glory Hand Food
The smell of this stuff alone made me fall in love with it. But it’s super moisturizing as well. In other words, it’s amazing!
8. Pure Cosmetics Nude Collection eyeshadow palette
I received this in my fall Fab Fit Fun box and I’ve had a great time experimenting with all the different colors. It’s good quality, pigmented with very little fall out, and has a nice selection of shades.
9. Spongelle body wash infused buffer
Another product I discovered through a Fab Fit Fun box, these things smell wonderful. Mostly natural ingredients, an amazing scent, and exfoliating action—what more could you ask for in a shower product? It love how soft it makes my skin.
10. Clarisonic Mia sonic facial cleansing brush
This is one tool I wanted for a long time but put off purchasing because of the price. When I finally took the plunge and got one of my own, I was blown away. It’s definitely worth the price.
I recommend trying any of these products and tools. Maybe you’ll find some new favorites like I did!
