Beauty Things I like - Non Triathlon-Related Edition

Here are a few beauty items that I'm currently obsessed with - not exactly triathlon-related, but life isn't 100% swim/bike/run. :)

The Lineup :)

Supergoop! Forever Young Hand Cream

Purchase here!

Pros:

• Keeps hands soft
• No additional age spots since I started using this lotion almost daily.
• No overwhelming sunscreen smell

Cons:

• Not exactly the cheapest product out there, though a little does go a long way. I purchased the 10 oz. container in December 2014 for my desk at work, and as of June 2015 I've used about 1/3 of the container using it once a day (not on weekends).
• The other half says its greasy, but I only think it is if you use too much.

My Thoughts:

I've always been super proactive about using anti-aging products, as I figure in the long run it's easier and cheaper to prevent signs of aging rather than fight them after they appear. So when I heard about this lotion, I was naturally interested. I always wear sunscreen when I know I'm going to be outside for a while, but I never think to for the 20 minute drive to/from work. That's where Supergoop's hand cream comes to the rescue. I know that putting on sunscreen would be much cheaper, but I'm not a big fan of smelling like sunscreen all day, and sunscreen also doesn't absorb or moisturize very well. I naturally have dry hands, so this hand cream is the perfect multitasker for me!

Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm

Purchase here!

Pros:

• Treats and prevents chapped lips
• High heat does not cause the product to become useless
• No weird residue on your lips
• Not super expensive ($7.50/tube)

Cons:

• None that I've found :)

My Thoughts:

As a "heavy user" of lip balm, I've tried a ton of different products - everything from Fresh's Sugar Advanced Therapy Lip Treatment to Blistex's Medicated Lip Ointment. This is by far my favorite. The ultimate test for each lip balm I've tried is a trip to Lake Havasu. The dry air, wind from either off-roading or boating, and intense sun wreak havoc on your lips. Usually I'm just struggling to keep my lips from burning to a complete crisp, but with Jack Black's lip balm, I am actually able to keep my lips soft and hydrated. Plus, since Fresh wants $25 for their lip treatment, $7.50 a tube for this stuff is a bargain!

Clinique Acne Solutions BB Cream

Purchase here!

Pros:

• Doesn't make you break out!
• Excellent oil control
• Good coverage without the heavy, cakey feeling

Cons:

• The consistency is thinner than most BB creams I've used, which can take some getting used to.
• Since the consistency is thinner, this also means this isn't a full coverage BB cream. It's no tinted moisturizer, but I do have to use concealer on larger blemishes.

My Thoughts:

I have a love-hate relationship with BB creams. I love that they make my skin glow, but I hate that they also make me break out. Clinique's Acne Solutions BB Cream is the first I've ever tried that just gives me the benefits of a BB cream. Normally when I wear BB creams, I start getting oily around 3:00 PM, and if I don't use any powder then I'm a shiny mess by the time I get home from work. It's been pretty warm here in Southern California, and I've yet to experience any oiliness in the month or so that I've been using this BB cream. I would highly recommend it to anyone who has oily or acne-prone skin!

Thanks for stopping by! This is not a sponsored post – I purchased the above item(s) with my own money and I am reviewing the product(s) because I like them a lot. :) There may be Amazon Affiliate links, but I am not compensated by or affiliated with the manufacturer of the product(s).