Lindsay's Favorite Things: Beauty

I'm baaaaaack, after a long, LONG break. I absolutely love sharing fabulous finds with my friends so I'm going to start by collecting all the top favorite things together a few lists - starting with Beauty.

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen - I'm trying to do better with applying sunscreen. I've spent too much time and money figuring out a good skincare routine to put anything on that will clog my pores. This sunscreen goes on smooth and clear, without a white cast. It doesn't get all pill-y or greasy under makeup either. This Supergoop! Sunscreen Mist is great to repply throughout the day if your out and about.  Honorable mentions, I've tried and would recommend: Shiseido Urban Environment Sunscreen and Tarte Tarteguard.

Exfoliating body mit - I have had these dry, red bumps on the back of my arms since forever and have always been self-conscious of it. I noticed improvement after the first time and the bumps are entirely gone after 3 times!!!

Tinkle Razors - Yes, I'm suggesting you shave your face. Makeup will apply so beautifully to your skin. Be very careful around your eyebrows and hairline - or just avoid it entirely and let your brow lady take care of that.

Press on Nails - Yes, it's 2019 and I'm talking about press-on nails for adult women. I don't have the time, budget, or patience for nail salons. I've had great luck with these press-on ones from Kiss. They are convenient to put on and will typically last 5-8 days. I have recently found the glue on ones last longer but aren't as simple to put on. I typically trash the "embellished nails" in the packs and can get 2 manicures out of a single pack, the 2nd round not fitting as perfectly as the first.

Revlon Hair dryer/brush - This blowdryer had cut my styling time dramatically. This adds so much volume at the roots to my naturally straight, mid-length hair. I can only imagine it would be magical for curly hair by having the right amount of tension to dry the hair straight without doing damage. It can run hot, so I find myself switching between the high and low heat settings.

Lumify Eye Drops - These magically eye drops eliminate all redness and brighten the whites of your eyes in minutes. The best thing you didn't know you needed until you try it.

NYX Butter Gloss (creme brulee) - Smooth, non-sticky, beautiful (& cheap) lip gloss. What more can you ask for?!

I have some ideas for a few more installments of "Lindsay's Favorite Things" to include Baby, Health & Wellness, and Fashion. Let me know if you have any other requests!

Pregnancy Style: Weeks 32 - 35

Maternity tank, Target // Cozy cardigan, Barefoot Dreams // Maternity Pixie Pants, Old Navy // Audrey Brook flats, DSW

I splurged and got this SUPER COZY cardigan during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I figured this would be perfect to pack in my hospital bag in the case I needed to walk the halls to get the baby moving and afterwards to throw over my oh-so-sexy hospital gown when visitors came. It's great to lounge around the house in, but cute enough to go run errands in - as I did on this particular Saturday during week 32.

Must Haves for the Nursing Mom

Boppy Pillow  //  I prefer the boppy to other nursing pillows because these can also be used while bottle-feeding, support under your visitors' arms when craddling your little precious baby, or as a neck pillow during those late-night zombie feedings. I am especially loving this cover from Iviebaby's shop on Etsy or these simple, soft covers from Pottery Barn.

Must Haves in the First 3 Months

Stroller frame  //  Picking up the stroller frame that fit our infant seat was the best decision I made to help simplify traveling. With the infant seat being 14-lbs. itself plus an 8-lb. baby, there was no way I could haul a bulky stroller with an infant set adapter in and out of the car easily - it also has a nice sized basket too! I plan to use this all the time until my baby's neck stability is strong enough to ride in our forward-facing BOB stroller, and even beyond for convenience.

Pregnancy Style: Weeks 28 - 31

Chambray shirt, Loft (similar)  //  Maternity Tee, Target  //  Maternity Jeans, 7 For All Mankind  //  Sandals, JCrew Outlet (similar)

I ordered over a dozen pairs of maternity jeans from various retailers (Old Navy, Loft, Target) knowing it was going to be a staple in my maternity wardrobe for the next several months and every order was returned. I found this 7 For All Mankind pair on the clearance rack for $100 at Motherhood Maternity when they were having a Buy One Get One for $1.00 sale.