Skincare Strategy #2

Hi everyone! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend. I was supposed to be in Miami the past few days for a much needed girls weekend with some of dear friends from Boston. But unfortunately the snow storm we had here on Thursday put a huge damper in my plans and after several cancelled flights I was unable to make it. So this weekend we are just relaxing and catching up with errands and I decided to dabble a bit with video. I have done a few videos in the past but most the work I have done involving cameras has been live local TV segments. This type of video is definitely new to me and I still have a lot to learn but let me know what you think. Would you like to see more video content here on the blog? Hope you enjoy the video and you can shop all my favorite skin care products below. 

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Skincare Strategy #1

Hi everyone. I hope you're having a great week so far. Today our fashion and beauty contributor Faith Pierce is sharing her favorite skincare products, daily routine, and beauty tips for dry skin. And on Saturday I will be sharing my everyday skincare routine so be sure to head back over and check it out! 

Skincare is something over the years I've learned to not take lightly. Seeing as I have drier skin (especially during these winter months) I have relied on a few tried and true products to keep my skin smooth, hydrated, and prepped for whatever makeup I may throw on it. 

Cleansing Water: The REN Cleansing Water is a newer incorporation into my skincare routine. I added it as a first step to remove that initial layer of makeup (it also serves as my morning cleanser since it is quick and gentle). Since the product is a 3-in-1 it acts as a makeup remover, cleanser, and toner. 

Eye Makeup Remover: On days that I wear full eye makeup (think the Tom Ford liner, waterproof mascara, etc) I pull out my Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover. This product melts away eye makeup easily and I'm not left tugging and pulling at my eyes.

Cleanser: In the shower I use this REN Cleansing Milk to really get my skin clean from makeup, grime, and dirt. Since I have dry skin this product is perfect for me - it is gentle, moisture filled, and doesn't leave my skin feeling stripped after using it.

Exfoliator: Since my skin is drier I was recommended this chemical exfoliant. It removes the layer of dead skin without being super harsh (like some beaded exfoliators can be). It leaves my skin glowing and fresh feeling. I usually use this one exclusively on Sunday night (and occasionally on Wednesday if my skin is really needing it). 

Serum: Before moisturizing I load up on serum the extra layer really helps to lock in the hydration that my skin so desperately needs. This one is a radiance boosting serum so it helps to keep my skin looking dewy and naturally glowy.

Moisturizer: Since all my other products heavily concentrate on moisture and hydration I was recommended a moisturizer that was hydrating but lightweight. This one is the perfect balance - it locks in moisture without leaving my face feeling like it has a ton of product loaded up on it. It also dries down well so that I don't feel greasy when climbing into bed.

Thermal Spring Water: This is pretty much one of those sort-of, kind-of ridiculous products (glorified water if you will) that I'm not sure how to exactly describe. If my skin is feeling particularly beat by the harsh winter weather I will spritz a bit of this on my face as a last step. It helps to add a bit of cooling moisture. I will also spray it over my base makeup in the morning sometime if I'm feeling that things are looking a bit cakey. 

Balm: My dry lip savior! Before climbing into bed each night I like to add a bit of the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream onto my lips. Since this is a heavy duty, long lasting balm it's perfect to sleep in. I wake up with my lips feeling repaired and soft. 

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New and Noteworthy Beauty Products

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With the upcoming change in season, lots of new products are hitting the shelves. The new collections are showcasing lots bronzy, beachy shades, light barely there corals and pinks, and flawless light bases. When selecting a new lipstick keep things balmy and moisture filled. Shadows and eyelids are earth toned, if you don’t have a shadow that fits the bill use some of your bronzer. Check out the products below for some of my favorite bits and pieces!

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Faith Pierce is a regular contributor to STYLE'N.  For more of her work, check out her blog or follow her on Twitter and Instagram.

The Beauty Edit: #1

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Every year, right around this time I begin craving orange/red tones in everything. Whether it’s the tulips I buy for the house, the lipstick I’m going to put on in the morning, or the brightly colored sweater I suddenly have to have in my wardrobe. (If you know me well, you’ll know that I am a very neutral person when it comes to my wardrobe, my house, and a lot of the time my manicures.) It must be something about the cold months that gets me craving this bright, fiery red tone - and at the moment I can’t get enough.

For this particular beauty look I almost always look to the impeccable Alexa Chung - I don’t think anyone can pull off a red lip and cat-flicked eye quite like Ms Chung. Taking advice from the master herself, I find that orange/red tones (worn especially during the daytime) look best when applied straight from the bullet sans lip liner. It gives a lived in, oh I just threw this on and still look amazing vibe.

When the temperature drops, what is your go-to mood booster? Do you love the same orangey/red tones as me or do you crave a different look? 

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Faith Pierce is a regular contributor to STYLE'N.  For more of her work, check out her blog or follow her on Twitter and Instagram.

Five Skincare Products To Try

I love the promise that a new year brings and I also find that there is no better time than now to clear out the old and bring in something fresh and new. One thing I always love assessing is skincare and taking a good look at what works and what doesn’t work. For this post I’ve rounded up five skincare favorites that are great overall products. They don’t rely too much on knowing your exact skin type and can definitely help save your skin during the harsh winter months.

Ren Flash Rinse 1 Minute Facial: An exfoliator and mini-facial all wrapped up into one bottle. Filled with Vitamin C, this product tones, smooths, and leaves behind a healthy glow after use. Ren is also Paraben and Sulfate free helping to ensure the product you are putting on your skin is without harsh chemicals. 

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream: This is a personal holy grail product for me. Created by Elizabeth herself, it does a little bit of everything. It works amazingly on chapped, dry lips, softens cuticles, soothes any irritated or dry skin, soothes sunburn, and even can be used to shape eyebrows. 

Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover: This is a new favorite of mine, and fantastic for those almost tattooed-on eye products. It easily removes makeup/grime from the day without having to tug or pull at the eyes. Melting the product away is a great way to explain it. 

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair: Cult favorite, it smoothes, hydrates, tones, and creates a radiance that helps to give the appearance of younger skin. This one is perfect to use on a nightly basis before applying your moisturizer.

By Terry Baume De Rose: This lip balm is thick without being sticky, has a really lovely scent, and moisturizes/protects your lips during the coldest winter months. It doesn’t need to be reapplied continuously throughout the day either. The only con with this product (which you will hear a lot of people say) is the packaging. They would prefer a tube instead of a jar that you stick your fingers in.

What are some of your skincare staples? Do you use any of these products regularly? 

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Faith Pierce is a regular contributor to STYLE'N.  For more of her work, check out her blog or follow her on Twitter and Instagram.