HAIR: Wash days are nearly non-existent so when I do have have a solid 45 minutes I jump right into the shower and give my strands a deep treatment. Along with post-partum hair loss, nursing has made my curls really, really dry. It’s not as tragic as it sounds but a deeply hydrating hair mask, and a lot of slip for those tangles, makes a world of difference. I’ve been alternating between Eva NYC’s Therapy Session and Bread’s Hair Mask. Both come from different price points and both are highly recommended.
And because wash days are few and far between it’s so important to treat my scalp too. I absolutely LOVE TPH’s Master Cleanse - the design of the applicator, the formula, the tingling sensation. All of it is so good. This has been my fourth bottle purchased and I honestly hope it never gets discontinued.
Eva NYC’s Gotta Bounce Cream has made its way over to my desk and it’s a solid product. Curls were defined and didn’t weigh down my strands. I do wish they made the bottle bigger - my curls drank it right up!
FACE / SKINCARE: Clean beauty is where it’s at! Maybe I’m bias since I’m nursing but here are some heavy-hitters:
Indie Lee has so many great products from masks to facial oils. Currently, I’m loving their Brightening Cleanser. It has good-for-you ingredients leaving skin gently cleansed, hydrated and bright.
Pai is a cult-beauty favorite. Their Rosehip BioRegenerate Face Oil. This oil feels so luxurious and has so many nutrients which deeply condition the skin. But, that’s not why I included this into my routine! This treatment helps clear and even skin tone. This is a re-buy for me.
I’m not 100% positive if Image Skincare falls under the clean beauty umbrella, but they do have amazing spa professional products. Heyday Skincare uses a few of their items at their spas and that’s exactly how I found out about Vital C Hydrating Enzyme Masque. The mask gently exfoliates buildup, fades dark spots, and keeps skin hydrated and balanced. There’s something about the slightly sweet scent that brings me comfort too,
Honorable mention goes to Drunk Elephant’s Umbra Tinte. You either love it or hate it and I’m definitely a lover. However, I wouldn’t recommend wearing makeup over it as it could cause pilling. (This best for those fresh-faced looks!)
FACE / MAKEUP: Let’s be honest. When you’re thrown off the deep end and fully immersed in the newborn stage - makeup seems frivolous. Now that I’ve survived the newborn stage and entered the infant phase, mascara is do-able. One that’s been on my list is Glossier’s Lash Slick - some love it, some hate it, so I had to try it. And honestly, I like it for those days that I want to emphasize my eyes but don’t want that caked-on feeling. Not a lot of volume but does give my lashes length and color.
BODY: Bear with me, I bought a lot of Glossier during Black Friday and am finally using it all. I snagged a lot of new items, like their Body Hero Exfoliating Bar, to see if they were worth the hype. And friends, the bar is definitely worth the hype!! The scent is intoxicating, the bamboo powder is the right amount of exfoliant, and skin never feels dry after use.
Like I mentioned, nursing has made my curls dry but it’s also made my skin super dry. Womp womp. Two moisturizers I discovered and loved - Flamingo’s Light Hydrating Spray and Herb Essntls Cannabis Infused Body Lotion. Flamingo’s spray is seriously so good for the summer season. It applies evenly and feels refreshing. Skin is moisturized all day long. Herb Essntls lotion is a bit thicker and luxurious. The formula, which consists of omega3-omega6 and Cannabis Sativa seed oil, perfectly mirrors the natural proportions in your skin.
I’m still using natural deodorants and testing out new brands. Drunk Elephant launched their own Sweet Pitti Deodorant Cream and tbh, I thought it would be terrible. BUT, it’s actually quite nice. The formula doesn’t leave any stains on clothing, the scent is light, and does a great job at keeping sweat minimal.
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