Beauty is as beauty does

I am becoming a hard and fast beauty junkie and I cannot stop myself! Recently I purchased the full sized MAC 190 foundation brush and I love it! I'm actually happy that I lost my 190se because the full sized brush is so much better. I'll never waste money on those holiday sets again. The brushes are nice to have and they are great if you aren't using them a lot of if you want to get a handle on some of the brushes (for instnace I can't see myself using my 168se so much that I need the full size, but that could change!). I purchased my first blush: MAC Sweet as Cocoa! I know, I didn't own a blush..shocking, my MAC MA was shocked as well! I can't believe how much a little blush changes your look. I love it and can't wait to buy more! I also bought Philosophy's 3 in 1 in amazing grace and I am in lust! That has to be the best, most moisturizing body wash I've ever used! Move over Bath and Body Works, I've got a new lover (now if they only had a body wash/scrub in one!). The soap was just so light and rinsed so clean! I can't wait to shower again! I think that is all in beauty world, but I am coveting so much right now!

My skin..oh my..

My skin is really terrible and I really don't know what to do about it. Sure, I could cry and scream (etc. etc.) but I'd much rather be proactive. I need to really do some research about what is good for you skin and what is not. Here's a breakdown of what I am currently doing/using and why:

Aveeno Calming Daily Foaming Cleanser: I really like Aveeno products, but the bar was drying me out. I have to change to a different cleanser every winter without fail. This time, I opted for this cleanser. I was really happy becuase for the first time, I found a cleanser that didn't contain a whole mess of "acne fighting" ingredients, or anti- aging stuff, everyone doesn't need that! I used Cetaphil last winter but really don't like the film it left on my skin.

Neutrogena Alcohol Free Toner: I thought they had discontinued this toner, but alas, they had just changed to bottle! I was so excited to find it in the store because EVERY OTHER TONER contained alcohol! I've read that you want a toner sans alcohol because it dries the skin! This makes sense to me! I just re-added this to my regimine because it is supposed to remove everything my cleanser leaves behind.

Olay Express Daily Facials: I just use these to wash off my makeup at night before I use my cleanser. The Aveeno Foam is just no good at taking makeup off!

Neutrogena Dry Touch Sunblock: I have to use sunblock every day. I'm now a fanatic about it! I have to protect my face from free radicals and start preventing wrinkles. I'm 21 and already thinking about wrinkles. Next thing you know, I'll be in the market for a good eye cream!

Oil of Olay Lotion: Yes, I have to use my lotion and sunblock separately. Surely you will remember my sunblock allergey mentioned a few months ago and the reaction I get. Enough said!

Origins Swept Away Gentle Scrub: I love it! I just got it today but it contains jojoba beads and other good for you stuff! I originally went to the store for the never a dull moment scrub but it seemed too grainy like it would damage my skin. This scrub is so smooth and perfect! I'll use this once a week (maybe twice).

Mary Kay Clarifying Mask: I'm just starting to use this again so the jury's still out on it. I think I will only use it when I am having breakouts. Once a week after my Scrub.

Aspirin Mask: I love it! Who knew?! I was doing this every other day, and I loved it, but I just can't keep up with that kind of schedule! My goal is once or twice a week depending on if I'm using the clay mask or not!