The Best Way To Remove Makeup

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I'll be the first to tell you...I've tried many different makeup remover wipes, oils, and cleansers in my day. I'll even admit that sometimes I just take my makeup off and don't wash my face (gasp!) If I wait too late in the night, I just get too tired which turns my regular nighttime routine into a lazy, half-hearted effort. This is why I've gravitated more towards the wipes because they are easy and convenient. No need for cotton balls or pads, you just pop out a wipe and start scrubbing the makeup away. That being said, the wipes always seem to get the top layer of makeup off but they still leave plenty behind on my skin. Because I don't always wash my face at night, I wanted a more thorough and cost effect way to at least remove all of my makeup. I was also tired of buying makeup wipes every month, so I began searching for something better. 

That's when I stumbled upon Nugilla Makeup Remover Cloths on a Buzzfeed article. To state it simply, these are washcloths for your face. They are microfiber so they are soft and perfect for delicate facial skin. The best part? You only need the cloth and warm water to remove all of your makeup. This takes off my foundation, eyeshadow, mascara, lipstick...everything with just water. I can't tell you how impressed I was the first time I used them!

I get two uses out of each cloth (front and back) and then I throw them in the wash. I found that washing them on a hot cycle gets all the makeup out, so the cloth always looks fresh and new. I love that they can be reused over and over, that's good for my wallet and less wasteful. I've had mine for over 6 months and they are holding up really well. The newest version even has a little loop so you can easily hang it to dry.

I recently gifted some of these to my Mom and MIL for Mother's Day. The first thing they both commented on was how soft they were. My Mom used one the same night and texted me asking where I had gotten them from because she wanted to order more to share with others in our family!

Nugilla Makeup Remover Cloth 5 Pack

They have quickly become an essential in my beauty routine and are worth trying! You can order a pack of 1, 3, or 5. Get yours here.

If you buy these or already have some, I'd love to hear what you think of them! 

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Growing up my skin was awful. I was plagued with breakouts, one after the other, and an oil slick of a face. Fast forward to my early 20's and my skin did a complete 180. I still get the occasional breakout but my skin isn't oily anymore. In fact, it's the complete opposite, desert dry. I popped into Sephora months back to up my moisturizer game. Needless to say I left with 4 or 5 different samples that the lady had recommended I try. I put them all to the test and hit the moisturizer jackpot! If you have dry skin and have tried just about everything to remedy it, RUN to Sephora and pick up my holy grail moisturizer The True Cream Aqua Bomb by belif. 

The True Cream Aqua Bomb feels amazing on the skin, think a cool mist on a hot summer day kind of feel. It leaves my skin feeling quenched but not greasy. It absorbs nicely and has a fresh scent that isn't overpowering. 

Belif is a relatively new Korean skincare brand here in the states. I recently ran out of the moisturizer and ended up picking up this set to try out more of their products. It features their top 5 bestsellers and comes with the Aqua Bomb Moisturizer. It's a great way to try out the products and see if they work well for your skin. The best part? It's only $20!

This Creamy Cleansing Foam Moist is a great gentle cleanser. It has a light citrus scent which I enjoy. The directions call for using a penny-sized amount but a pea-sized amount is plenty for me as it lathers nicely. I recommend taking your make-up off with a wipe before cleansing with this as it is very gentle and probably wouldn't do a good job getting all your make-up off.

I don't generally use a toner but figured I would try the Bergamot Herbal Extract Toner out since it was included in the set. I can't really tell a difference in my skin though it does feel nice applying it on a freshly cleansed face. 

The Hungarian Water Essence is supposed to be applied after cleansing and toning the face with the Aqua Bomb to follow. It is clear and has a watery-gel consistency. Apply quickly as it does dry on the skin pretty fast. I'm not sure I would purchase a full size of this as the Aqua Bomb does a good enough job moisturizing for me. On days where your skin is extra dry, this is probably good to have on hand for extra moisture.

Last is the Moisturizing and Firming Eye Cream. I really like the balm-like consistency of this one. I'm not an avid eye cream wearer as my skin is still fairly youthful but I have been plopping this on before bed since I bought it. Not a bad habit to start in your early 20's, right? I can't vouch for its performance but it's worth a try if you jump for the $20 set. 

What are your favorite moisturizers/skincare brands that I should try?

xo, Alyssa

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