12.19.2011

Elle Sees' Best of Beauty Picks!



How was your weekend? Mine was so busy! I went to a live performance of the Charlie Brown Christmas Soundtrack (it was awesome) and had a party. I'm still tired and am over hot cocoa for a minute. Something I'm never over? Beauty products! Since the year is coming to a close, I'd thought I'd share just a few of my faves. You'll notice mostly what I use is drugstore, but my choices all have my stamp of approval! Enjoy and maybe you'll discover some new favorites.

Hair Tools

  • Hair dryer: HANA Hair Dryer (and not just because I got one for free!)--it cut my hair drying time in half. HALF!
  • Wand: Remington Curling Wand

Body

  • Moisturizer: Aveeno Daily Moisturizer (try generic)
  • Cleanser: Cetaphil (try generic)
  • Lotion: Vaseline Intensive Rescue (try generic)
  • Healing: Aquaphor

Hair

  • Color-Treated Shampoo: L'Oreal Vive Pro
  • Conditioning Treatment: Aussie 3 Minute Miracle 
  • Heat Protectant: Tressame Heat Protectant
  • Hairspray: Elnett by L'Oreal
  • Leave In Conditioner: It's a 10! Miracle Leave In
  • Dry Shampoo: Suave or Salon Grafix

Eyes

  • Eyeshadow Palette: Wet N Wild or Urban Decay Naked Palettes 
  • Pencil Eyeliner: NYX in black or Urban Decay
  • Brushes: ELF (I admit, my brushes are ELF, Sonia Kashuk or Target, so I'm limited here)
  • Primer: NYX or UD
  • Mascara: Dior Show or L'Oreal Volumnious Black or CoverGirl Lash Blast  
  • Jumbo Eye Pencil: NYX
  • False Lashes: ELF (easiest to use and cheap)

Lips

  • Moisturizing: Revlon Lip Butters
  • Gloss: Bare Minerals or Revlon
  • Lipstick: Revlon Colorburst
Nails
  • OPI (every shade I've tried is wonderful) or NYC (it's cheap and requires a couple of coats, but it works)
What are you favorites? If I missed a category, tell me, and I'll be sure to share my favorites.

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73 comments:

  1. Pratishtha DurgaDecember 19, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Congrats to the winner!

    thanks for sharing your beauty favs. Have a great week ahead.

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  2. Cafe FashionistaDecember 19, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    One of my favorite nail polish brands is Forever 21. The quality is incredible - and each color is really affordable! :)

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  3. signature mixDecember 19, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Congrats to the winner. I'm still exhausted from this weekend too. I'm considering buying the OPI for Sephora gift set. It has 18 colors in tiny little bottles. I'd never really tried OPI so I'm glad you recommend it.

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  4. Courtney BDecember 19, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Cetaphil is the best! Especially the moisturizer... I don't know what I'd do with out during the miserable, dry winter wonderland months!
    And OPI is definitely my favorite! I've been wanting to try essie though...

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  5. prettymeggyDecember 19, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    you seem having fun there.. very busy I guess!!! i also use L'oreal for my hair :)
    xoxo, Haus of Gala

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  6. The Peak of Tres ChicDecember 19, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Love your beauty picks! I agree, beauty products are something I NEVER get tired of! :)

    XO,

    Sam
    www.ThePeakofTresChic.com

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  7. ArrDecember 19, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    All of the hair products are my favorite. I am such a hair fanatic.

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  8. UnknownDecember 19, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    AGREED! Great list!

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  9. JaclynDecember 19, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Over hot chocolate? I refuse to believe that!!!

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  10. UnknownDecember 19, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    I am a new follower! I love you blog!! And I'm an OPI addict as well...

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  11. StephanieDecember 19, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    I'm going to be trying that heat protectant for my hair!!!!! Love this list...I'm going to have to file it away for reference!

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  12. UnknownDecember 19, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    oh that Charlie Brown Christmas would be so fun!

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  13. MalDecember 19, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Great list of must haves!

    http://chicgeekery.blogspot.com/

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  14. GinaDecember 19, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    OPI is definitely my favorite nail polish too! And I also have ELF and target brushes; they're not bad. The Urban Decay pencil liners are my favorite, as well!

    This was a great post--so nice to see your favorites!

    xo, gina

    anythingimaginableblog.blogspot.com

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  15. UnknownDecember 19, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    oooh, fun! I can't wait to try some of these!

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  16. SherinDecember 19, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Will definitely look into some of these products. And I agree: Aussies 3MM is the best.

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  17. Courtney ErinDecember 19, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I've never used the ELF false lashes before but I think I should try them...

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  18. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEDecember 19, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    A live performance of Charlie Brown Christmas Soundtrack!!!??!!! That sounds incredible!

    And love all of your picks. I die for the Naked palettes. I've yet to get my hands on Nakeds2....

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  19. LeslieDecember 19, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    I hope your Monday is a bit relaxing at least. I've never been a huge fan of hot cocoa to begin with! I enjoyed reading your beauty picks and tips. I'm such a novice that I get overwhelmed by all the choices, so this post helps!

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  20. The Dainty Dolls HouseDecember 19, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Love OPI and Urban Decay!! Great products, all of these!! I hope you have a great week flower!! xx

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  21. Alena: Oh, Its Just Perfect!December 19, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    This is a great list - I'm going to be adding some of these to my shopping list :)

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  22. welldressedmakerDecember 19, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Elle, you've got some lovely picks here. Elf Studio brushes are really good buys!

    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  23. roothDecember 19, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I really like Cetaphil as a cleanser for both winter and summer - I use Boscia for facial moisturizer. It's so light!

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  24. Jen @ redsolesandredwineDecember 19, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Great post - always love hearing what peeps favs are. I love NYX lip anything, great color, texture. Most of my makeup is Nars. Like you my face routine is simple and I love Oil of Olay. I've tried Aveeno and like it too.

    Red Soles and Red Wine

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  25. Jen @ redsolesandredwineDecember 19, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Great post - always love hearing what peeps favs are. I love NYX lip anything, great color, texture. Most of my makeup is Nars. Like you my face routine is simple and I love Oil of Olay. I've tried Aveeno and like it too.

    Red Soles and Red Wine

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  26. Jen @ redsolesandredwineDecember 19, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Great post - always love hearing what peeps favs are. I love NYX lip anything, great color, texture. Most of my makeup is Nars. Like you my face routine is simple and I love Oil of Olay. I've tried Aveeno and like it too.

    Red Soles and Red Wine

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  27. HeatherDecember 19, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Great picks! OPI is definitely my fave polish, too, though I also have some Cover Girl shades that I like.

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  28. Couture CarrieDecember 19, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Awesome products!
    Must try that leave-in conditioner!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  29. Oh to Be a MuseDecember 19, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    i hear so many great things about the hana hair dryer. and i think i'll have to pick up the ELF false lashes too!

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  30. Rowena @ rolala lovesDecember 19, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Totally agree on Cetaphil and CG Lash Blast mascara. I'm also a fan of CG Lash Exact.

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  31. Tamra {ever swoon}December 19, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    I really need that hair wand, I love the styles you create with it! great round up darlin.
    xo

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  32. asdfasdfasdfDecember 19, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    I've been wanting a curling wand, might pick one up after Christmas, thanks for the suggestion!
    And I agree, OPI is great nail color even if it's a little pricey.

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  33. Tina L. HookDecember 19, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    This is really helpful.

    OPI has always been my favorite, and I have so few.

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  34. Kathy December 19, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Thanks for sharing the list. I'm currently using Dermalogica for my skin and absolutely love it. xoxo
    http://hellofridaybypaik.blogspot.com/

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  35. Liz - So Much to Smile AboutDecember 19, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    I love discovering new beauty products - will totally have to try some of these out!

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  36. AnonymousDecember 19, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Wish the Suave dry shampoo had worked for me - a cheap alternative would be good to have on hand!

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  37. Gawgus things...December 19, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    I love seeing what other people rave about! Will definitely be trying some of these out :)
    Emma xxx
    http://www.gawgusthings.com
    @gawgusthings

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  38. memoryDecember 19, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    what a lucky girl she is!

    my favorite lip gloss\chapstick is EOS (evolution of smooth). it's in a cute little egg. have you seen it?? i'm on my third one!(:

    southernpinky.blogspot.com

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  39. L.December 19, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    If by pumpkins fan you mean Smashing Pumpkins then hells yeah.

    P.S. - Careful with OPI, lots of toxic chemicals that ruin your nails if used too much.

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  40. Julia, the Thanksgiving GirlDecember 19, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    My all time favorite mascara is Chanel Inimitable, totally works for me! When it comes to other things, I am not as picky.

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  41. ffDecember 19, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Ohhh I love CoverGirl Lash Blast! Skin moisturizer...Melaleuca's Renew. Lip moisturizer...Nivea's stuff that comes in that blue tube. Does anyone know what I'm talking about? Because clearly I don't...

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  42. ffDecember 19, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Ohhh LOVE CoverGirl Lash Blast. Skin moisturizer..Melaleuca's Renew. Lip moisturizer...Nivea's stuff that comes in the thick, blue tube. Anyone know what I'm talking about? Because clearly I don't...

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  43. JessieDecember 19, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Love aussie products.. I have been using them a lot lately!

    XX
    Jessie
    http://87life.blogspot.com

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  44. drollgirlDecember 19, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    you have so many fab favorites that i want to try!

    and you are OVER hot chocolate? that made me laugh.

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  45. AnonymousDecember 19, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    I really like your site and I love your style. I would also love to have you as a follower of the Style~ Spotlighted! Of course, I will gladly return the favor ;) Hope to see you very soon!

    http://stylespotlighted.blogspot.com

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  46. LisaDecember 19, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    thanks for posting this! i love love dior show mascara! i can't live without it! i'm going to try out some of your picks!

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  47. Emily grapesDecember 19, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    Ooh, I've been looking for a good dry shampoo. I've never used one before but really want to! I'll have to look into your suggestions!!
    Emily at Amazing Grapes

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  48. SamDecember 19, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Thanks for sharing all your beauty favs. I should print this list for a reference.
    Congrats to the winner

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  49. monicaDecember 19, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    i absolutely LOVE anything OPI

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  50. Closet FashionistaDecember 19, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Awesome picks! I love my hana hair dryer too, haha
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com

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  51. Lovers, Saints & SailorsDecember 19, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Hehe I know you said you're over it, but you've got me hankering for a hot chocolate right now...

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  52. Alicia xoxxoDecember 19, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    LOVE your beauty faves!!! What a great list! I just discovered Cetaphil face wash and I am in love! Where has it been all my life!? I love OPI nail color! My gel manicure looks amazing and I can't imagine not getting it again!!! But will forever have OPI on my toes!

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  53. Simply LifeDecember 19, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    so good to know about all these- thanks!

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  54. Shea LennonDecember 19, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    I'm also a fan of Aveeno Moisturizer and Cetaphil Cleanser. I've never tried Elnett hairspray, but I've heard great things about it!

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  55. skippysaysDecember 19, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Sounds like a really fun weekend! And thank for all the beauty recommendations :)
    www.saysskippy.blogspot.com

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  56. KatiaDecember 19, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Great post! :)

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  57. Julie Khuu | Haute KhuutureDecember 19, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Totally with ya on the Hana (got mine free too :D)...Seriously the BEST styling solution for those always on the go! I've been pitching them ever since to all my friends and readers...will check the rest of your list out...thanks for sharing!

    xo-Julie
    Peace. Love. LOL!

    Haute Khuuture.com

    Giveaway! WIN A FREE PAIR OF SHOES!!!

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  58. Bravoe RunwayDecember 19, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Congratulations to the winner! I hope you will have a relaxing xmas and these are all great picks!

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  59. JohannaDecember 19, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    SO many good tips in here. I need to revamp my whole beauty drawer!

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  60. BonBon Rose Girls KristinDecember 19, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    How do you feel about Essie polishes?

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  61. AlexaDecember 19, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Love that bare minerals gloss. Great list!

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  62. Marisa A.December 19, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Yay to Dior Show AND L'Oreal Voluminous mascara. Love them both :)

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  63. Punctuation MarkDecember 19, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    great picks!!! congrats to the winner!

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  64. A Very Sweet BlogDecember 19, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    I love Cetaphil cleanser and Wet N Wild cosmetics. Great selection!
    http://sassyuptownchic.blogspot.com/

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  65. little luxury listDecember 19, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Congrats to the winner and great picks (I'm reminde to try OPI again!)

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  66. FASHION TALESDecember 19, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Loving this list hun. Dior mascara, I've tried and Aveeno is great!

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  67. jamesDecember 20, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    i also love my Hana Air Dryer!! it also cut my drying time in HALF!! hope you have a great week girl!!

    love, jamie
    @jamielechic

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  68. Fashion Confessions of a MommyDecember 20, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    Cool post. I mostly use drugstore brands too and like you everything is a different brand usually.
    Daphne.

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  69. Caitlin @ Candyfloss & PersieDecember 20, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    I want to go to a charlie brown christmas!!!! That sounds so fun. And I agree that Aveeno moisturizer is always the way to go.

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  70. DreeDecember 20, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    I love your beauty picks! Dior Show and OPI are my very favorite things in this world.

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  71. AmandaDecember 20, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Checking all of these products out stat!

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  72. L.A. in the bayDecember 23, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    I won!? Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry this is so late!!! If you chose another winner, I totally understand.

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  73. HemdenJanuary 17, 2012 at 5:05 AM

    I spent last 2 hours reading your articles ! And must say: awseome website ! !

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