Nighttime Skincare Basics.

I don't know how many times I've said this on my blog, but I'll say it again, Hi, My name is Kanree and I am a skincare fanatic. Having a great skincare routine is really beneficial no matter what age you are. It helps enhance your makeup look, gives you that natural glow and sometimes all you need is a swipe of mascara and a lip since your skin is that good. Here are my skincare basics that I have used, are still using, and HIGHLY recommend. 

Click on blue links for products.

Top Left: Clarisonic 'The Oasis Collection' Mia 2. I've recently just purchased my first Clarisonic and can I just say that I don't know how I've survived without it. For those of you who don't know what a Clarisonic is; it's pretty much a battery operated rotating/vibrating brush that helps you cleanse your skin. Just simply wet your face, apply your cleanser to your face or brush and let the Clairsonic do it's magic. The Clarisonic cleanses 6 times better than cleansing with your hands and helps your nighttime skincare products absorb into your skin since your skin will be more receptive to the products after cleansing. I have noticed a change in my skin after only a week of using it and I couldn't be more happier. The photo above is the kit I purchased. 

Top Right: Clarins Cleansing Milk. No water needed! I use this in combination with my Clarisonic. This cleanser has a gel/creamy/milk/ texture and all you have to do is apply to your face and massage into your face then rinse. My first time using it I thought it was weird not using water, but I found that this product balances out my skin tone and makes it more radiant, not to mention it smells great. 

Bottom Left: Neutrogena Naturals Night Cream. This product simply hydrates and restores your tired skin from your long day. When I'm too lazy to do anything else to my face I put this on because I never go to bed without having at least some sort of skin care product. You can find this at your local drugstore.

Bottom Right: Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate. For intense skin repair I love to use this concentrate because it is rich in pure essential oils and distilled botanicals revealing vibrant skin by morning. Your skin will thank you. It's lightweight so you won't feel oily and all you need is 3-4 drops. 

If you guys have any other questions about skincare please let me know! 

Summer Essentials

Here's a super mini list of my summer essentials. Click on blue links for items.

 Above is my one of my favorite summer lipsticks by Bobbi Brown in the shade "Calypso" with a creamy matte finish. The photo does not do the color justice. On me it looks more of a coral-ey orange and less pink. This is one of those colors that would look different on all skin types so I would recommend trying it on before purchasing. Overall, a great product to have to throw on when you don't have time to do makeup. Just a swipe of mascara, quick brows, and this lip would be perfect. 

One of my favorite illuminators! I have the "Copacabana" shade and am in love with it. I love to mix it with my foundation or tinted moisturizer to give my face that dewy glow. 

I am crazy about skincare. This Kiehl's concentrate does the trick when it comes to tired, dull skin because it restores the skin making it fresh and glowing by morning. Just 3 to 4 drops is more than enough and use your fingers to PAT, NOT RUB, onto your skin at night. You can also mix this with your foundation as well! 

Anything with an open back or lace (or both in one ) is my summer go to! It's the perfect thing to wear on those warm summer nights at the beach or for going out on the town. This top photographed above I purchased from Urban Outfitters. 

 

Silky silk shorts from Joie. I could live in them all day everyday. Dress them up with a cute top to go out in or dress them down in a simple white tee; they are the most versatile piece you could own. I like to pair them with a flow-ey silk top as well and it is the most comfortable thing I have ever worn.

How cute are these DV by Dolce Vita sandals? These are so comfortable and go with everything and you can't resist the fact that the print is made with a "hairy" material. ADORE. 

If you would like me to post more summer essentials please let me know!