Without further adieu, here we go!
Non-Drowsy Claritin, 12 Hour Formula - This has been a lifesaver for me this past month. My allergies have been acting up something fierce. At my allergen-reacting worst, I am a blood-shot-eyed, sniffling, watery-eyed, scratchy throat mess whose ears won't stop popping. I am allergic to mold and mildew, and the fall is really bad for that. When I am taking my Claritin, my allergy symptoms are either non-existent or manageable. I am very thankful for this medicine!
Benefit High Beam - I go through fits-and-starts with Benefit products. I use them religiously, and then don't touch them for months. That's been the case with this lovely liquid highlighter, which I have recently re-discovered after hearing Christina Hendricks uses it. I use this very sparingly (one itty-bitty dab will do ya) on my forehead, brow-bone, the bridge of my nose, the tops of my cheekbones, and on my chin - all of the natural places where light hits. It adds just enough shimmer to make your complexion light up, without making you look greasy.
Cover Girl Clean Makeup for Sensitive Skin (Foundation) - I really like this foundation. I have a good shade that matches my skin very well, and this foundation has not irritated my skin at all. The coverage is great. I couldn't ask for more from a foundation.
Silver Rose Necklace & Earrings - I recently hit my 5-year anniversary with my employer, meaning I have been with my current company for five years. When this happens at my place of work, you get a $50.00 gift certificate to spend where you want. I picked up this lovely set with part of that gift certificate. It's very simple and pretty - it goes well with everything, and when I wear it I will remember my 5-year anniversary.
Cover Girl Clean Pressed Powder for Sensitive Skin (Powder) - Once again, I don't have anything bad to say about this product. I bought a shade that matches my skin color well, and it doesn't irritate my skin at all. It sets my foundation, and does not appear cake-y or ashy on my skin.
Extra Professional Sugar-Free Gum in Bubblemint - I am addicted to this stuff, plain and simple. I have a pack in my purse, a pack at my desk at work, and a stash at home. This is also the product that I will pick up at the grocery store or drug store if the actual reason for my purchase doesn't amount to the minimum purchase total for debit transactions.
NARS Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base - This is the best eye primer I have tried to date. It dries quickly and it dries clear. It grabs onto eyeshadow very well, and it takes about 5 hours before my eyeshadow will crease when I use this underneath. It's a standout product from my favorite company!
Neutrogena Healthy Glow Eye Cream - I don't know what it is, but this fall I have noticed my eye area is particularly dry. I use this cream on my under-eye area, as well as in my upper inner-corner (where the bridge of your nose and eyebrows meet). This cream soothes and does not leave an oily residue, which I really like. It's also fragrance free.
NARS Blush in Luster - This is a very pretty orange based blush. It's a nectarine-like shade, and it is very pigmented. I love it, because it gives my skin a nice coral flush without making me look pink, or like an oompa-loompa.
NARS Eyeshadow Duo in Taiga - This is perhaps one of my most favorite eyeshadow duos. The colors are very flattering on my pale skin. The first color in the duo is a creamy gold shimmer, and the second is a dark olive shimmer with gold undertone. The colors bring out the warmth in my complexion, and compliment my blue-green eyes nicely.
So there it is! My October favorites is complete. I cannot believe we are another month closer to Christmas...to think that Halloween was only yesterday! I am really looking forward to November, though. I really enjoy preparing for Christmas, as strange as that sounds - and that's pretty much all I do during November!
What are your favorite products from October?
