A good sticky primer will help you achieve the #glassskin makeup look. At the suggestion of @tifanyviolet, I picked up a mini size of the @milkmakeup Hydro Grip Primer primer at Sephora. This sticky texture is formulated with blue #agave extract to keep makeup put. This primer also contains extracts of #cannabis, prickly pear cactus, and aloe water to hydrate skin and achieve a luminous canvas for base makeup. Usually I stay away from makeup products that suggest dewyness since minimal skin care products provide more than enough moisture (read: shine) for my oily skin. But, armed with my #holygrail NARS Sheer Glow Foundation in Huahine, I decided to follow through with a glass skin routine. I was glad that I did. The goal of a luminous, glass skin-inspired glow was achieved, in part due to the smooth foundation canvas that this primer provided. To avoid pilling with my sunscreen, I used patting motions to apply. I’ve since tried this primer twice, and my makeup has held up well both times, including an unfortunate (but rare) night that I slept in my makeup. My only con is that this primer smells like kindergarten glue. As the weather gets warmer, I’ll finish up the mini that I purchased and pick up a full size during the fall or winter. —————————————————— Where the mirror meets the soul. Follow @BeautyBodyPearl for makeup photography, skincare reviews, and melanin beauty tips. Discover healthy living and self-care inspo. Remember to swipe left on every photo, because I do swatch them all! #NC45 / #Fenty360 / #Fenty370 / #NARSHuahine / #Maybelline330 / #EsteeLauderDoubleWear 5n1 ——————————————————— #BBPmilkmakeup #BBPprimer #BBPskincare #BBPMakeupreview #BBPmakeup #milkmakeup #milkmakeuphydrogripprimer #hydrogripprimer #milkmakeupprimer #hydrogrip #glassskin #glassskinmakeup #glassskingoals #makeupprimer #makeupreviews #makeupgoals #glowyskin #glassskincare #cannabismakeup #makeupmakesmehappy #oilyskinmakeup #makeupforoilyskin #dewyfoundation #dewyskin #brownbeautygang #melaninblogger #alluremagazine #sephora #sephorasale #sephorasale2019 #sephoravibsale #sephoravibrouge #vibrouge https://www.instagram.com/p/BwnifTtFFJr/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=w08m5wm9lh2g

While many question the relative value of the Sephora rewards system, I think that redeeming your points is an excellent way to discover new products. I’ve always refused to buy high-end cleansers. I didn’t think a product that would ultimately be rinsed off could be worth the extra money. But when Sephora offered a 500-point Ole Henriksen reward, I decided to give it a shot. The Ole Henriksen Find Your Balance Oil Control Cleanser combines glycolic and lactic acids in a formula infused with green tea and eucalyptus to help control oil and keep skin radiant. And it works! After using this cleanser consistently for about a month, my oily skin was less slick with smaller pores to boot. And while I’m not a fan of over-using cleansers that contain chemical exfoliatives, this product will likely earn its place in my regular skincare routine. #skincareaddiction #skincareroutine #oilyskincare #olehenriksen #olehenriksenskincare #glycolicacid #lacticacid #lacticacidjunkies #greenteaskincare #oilyskin #glassskin #BBPskincare #BBPskincarestash #theglowup #glowupchallenge #sephora #sephorarewards #sephoraskincare #melaninskincare #skincareproducts #blackbeautyblogger https://www.instagram.com/p/BwDPD56BsLp/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1s09wba779hci

The rule is to never, ever sleep with makeup on. I usually don’t, but I’ve been exhausted over the last few days. I came home after 3am last night and decided to “rest my eyes” before taking my makeup off. I put on pajamas and flossed. I rested my head on the pillow. I woke up at 10am. The light was still on. There are few rules in makeup. We never, ever sleep in it. Sleep is a time for restoration. Sleep is a time for our retinol, AHAs/BHAs, spot treatments, eye creams, glow-inducing serums, oils, toners, gel masks, moisturizers, and most importantly, moisturizers (say it twice) to sink into our skin and correct any issues. Makeup, no matter how “clean,” inherently blocks our pores. Sleeping in makeup can degrade our skin. But it’s also important to let things go and not be so harsh on yourself. I feel terrible about sleeping with makeup, but what’s done is done. I rarely sleep in makeup. My skin will not be destroyed by a simple mistake. Beauty Tip: When coming home late from a night out (makeup or not,) stay standing. Do not sit or lie down. Run to the bathroom, wash your hands (as you always should when returning indoors,) brush/floss, and cleanse your skin immediately. No waiting. #sleepmakeup #sleepingwithmakeupon #skincaretips #makeuprules #badmakeup #badskincare #sleepingmaskskincare #BBPskincare #BBPmakeup #blackskincare #skincarerules #redditskincareaddiction https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv9tds7F5rZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1c9cit6vsgosq

Spring is always an unpredictable time of the year for my naturally oily skin. During the late-winter through early-spring weeks, my skin leans more normal. But as the temperatures rise and the sun stays awake for longer, the shine starts to return. The Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence is one of my favorite sunscreens during this time of the year. The light texture and invisible color penetrates my skin in less than 60 seconds, leaving me with a subtle glow and ready for makeup application. (Avoid silicone or mineral primers to avoid pilling.) With SPF50 and PA++++ broad-spectrum protection, this Japanese sunscreen’s advanced formula is ready for April weather, whatever it may be. #sunscreen #skincare #skincarereview #melaninskincare #springskincare #skincareblog #biorewateryessence #bioresunscreen #asianskincare #asianskincareroutine #asianskincareproducts #BBPskincare #BBPreviews #spf50 #glassskin #blackbloggers #blackbeautyblogger #goodmorning #selfcareroutine #japaneseskincare https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv31TCHlL2O/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=m5br6cz6w8by