Sharing my favorite products that I use on a daily basis: safer skincare, haircare, bath & body, makeup, & more! I hope you enjoy this roundup of what has truly changed my skin, and taken me one step further towards a healthy life.
From total tomboy, to “learning how to be a girl”, to absolute makeup hoarder, to coconut oil minimalist… it’s been a long road that’s led me to where I am now in my self-care routine!
Beauty has become a passion for me over the years, but I felt lost when I suddenly realized what was lurking inside the pretty packaging of so many of the brands I loved.
Shampoo, body wash, moisturizer, foundation, lip products… there are some scary ingredients out there with a serious lack of research and safety regulations when it comes to protecting our health & the health of our loved ones.
Finding Beautycounter has been such a relief, because as a brand- I trust them. They take the guess work out of searching for safer products, and performance is never sacrificed.
Their product screening process for human health & safety is beyond rigorous, and I didn’t have to bat an eyelash at any of my products’ ingredient lists when I became pregnant.
I share about safer home & beauty products often on my social media outlets, and it’s one of the topics I get asked about most often.
Now, since joining Beautycounter as a consultant exactly one year ago, the mission of safer beauty has become a large part of my full time job…
Something I never would have guessed 10 years ago when I was in high school, and the only lip product I owned was an old tube of chapstick (that I could never seem to find).
Today I’m here to share a list of my favorites, which I’ll come back & update from time to time as things change. Everything here is safe for pregnancy & breastfeeding (because baby health & safety is at the forefront of my mind right now!) and has absolutely CHANGED my dry-yet-oily, irritated, acne-ridden skin.
If you have questions about product picks for your skin type or needs, send me an email to beauty@justjessieb.com with some information about your skin, your biggest concerns, and what types of products you’re searching for. I would love to help you make the switch to safer stuff that works!
To see these products in action, come find lots of pictures & videos in my Safer Beauty Facebook group!
*Click to go to each product!*
MAKEUP
My Every Day Look:
- Dew Skin Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 – for light coverage days, OR
- Tint Skin Hydrating Foundation – most days- still feels lightweight, but with more of a medium coverage!
- Touchup Skin Concealer Pen – used to brighten under the eyes & add extra coverage!
- Mattifying Powder – sets my makeup in place all day
- Radiant All-Over Bronzer – Dune is my fav for a bronzer/contour in one
- Satin Blush – LOVE Nectar, Guava, & Sorbet
- Highlighting Powder – Topaz gives a gorgeous golden glow & doubles as an eyeshadow
- Brow Pencil – my shade is “Medium”
- Velvet Eyeshadow Palette in “Classic” – these shades are so versatile, and so flattering!
- Volumizing Mascara – warm up the tube in your hands before applying- it lasts all day & has the best ingredients!
- Lip Sheer – Twig, Terra, Lily, & Rose are a few favorites
- Lip Gloss – Bellini, Buff, & Rosewood (this stuff is better than chapstick!)
- No. 2 Plumping Mist – to add a hydrated glow & set my makeup to last all day
- I use all of the white haired brushes HERE
BATH & BODY
Hair products I love for a healthy, balanced shine for all hair types:
- Daily Shampoo – gives a good “clean” feeling without over-stripping my hair
- Daily Conditioner – hydrates my heat-treated ends without weighing them down
- Repair & Nourish Split End Serum – acts as a heat protectant
- Smooth & Control Hair Oil – smoothes & adds shine (a little goes a LONG way!)
My go-to body products
- Citrus Mimosa Body Wash – this scent never gets old, and it lathers just as well as traditional soaps!
- Sugar Body Scrub in Lemongrass – buffs away any dry patches and leaves a layer of moisture behind
- Countermatch Adaptive Body Lotion – soaks in so well
- Body Oil in Citrus Rosemary – amazing for stretch marks & adding a glow to arms, chest, and legs
- Citrus Mimosa Hand Wash & Hand Cream – I keep the pump bottles in every bathroom, and the smaller tube in my purse for on-the-go!
SKINCARE
My morning routine:
- Rejuvenating Face Cleanser – to gently cleanse without stripping my skin
- Countermatch Adaptive Moisture Lotion – adapts to your skin’s hydration needs throughout the day, and works almost like a primer under makeup!
- No. 1 Brightening Oil – adds a glow and a boost of Vitamin C
- Countermatch Eye Rescue Cream – the best for dark circles, and super lightweight for under makeup
Makeup removers I love:
- Instant Eye Makeup Remover – takes away even waterproof mascaras & can be used all over the face too!
- One-Step Makeup Remover Wipes – for travel & lazy nights
- Cleansing Balm – also acts as an oil cleanser, a rich moisturizer, or a hydrating mask / spot treatment
My night routine:
- Charcoal Cleansing Bar – great for the body too! especially if you have underarm irritation or any body acne
- Rejuvenating Toner Pads – to tighten pores, brighten discoloration, and target fine lines
- Rejuvenating Radiance Serum – adds a glow to the skin with anti-aging benefits
- Overnight Resurfacing Peel – used every other night to speed up skin cell turnover which helps with pores, fine lines, and any discoloration or blemishes (this is my new LOVE)
- Countermatch Recovery Sleeping Cream – locks in moisture overnight to keep the skin firm & glowing
- No. 3 Balancing Oil – amazing for acne prone skin
- Rejuvenating Eye Cream – my favorite for fine lines & deep hydration
MY HUSBAND’S FAVORITES
- Rejuvenating Face Cleanser – we keep this in the shower, and it’s great for all skin types!
- Charcoal Cleansing Bar – every few days for a deep clean
- Daily Shampoo – I recommend this shampoo for ALL hair!
- Soothing Baby Oil as after-shave / face moisturizer
- Citrus Mimosa Body Wash – clean, fresh scent that soaps up plenty!
- Citrus Mimosa Body Lotion – love this for guys because it’s super lightweight
- Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30 – he uses this daily on his tattoos, and it’s always packed in our pool or beach bag!
I hope you enjoy this roundup of my favorites, and find it helpful as you make your own switch to safer products for you & for your family.
As always, if you have any questions- I’m just an email away! beauty@justjessieb.com
Send me a message, and I’d love to help guide you towards the products that will work best for you!
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Here’s to safer beauty that works,
1 Comment
Kate Bregovic
December 5, 2018 at 6:15 pmGreat post!