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Skin: Cleanse/ Moisturize/ Tone/ Lashes/ Exfoliate/ Clarify/ Eyes/ Acne/ Pimples

Hair: Smooth/ Masque/ Brush/ Curl/ Growth/ Hold

Body: Moisturize/ Probiotic/ Digestive Enzyme/ Smell

Finding products that I really love and see results from helped me be really consistent with my beauty regimen. I’m probably the most diligent with my skin care routine and hardly ever miss a step. I haven’t always had the best skin care practices, but over the past two years, I’ve found a few products that have changed my skin completely and I’ve stuck to it since. One line that I absolutely love and was only introduced to back in August is Arcona. I have yet to try a product from this line that doesn’t work or that I’m not hooked to. My favorites are the Triad Pads (I use them as a toner after I wash my face) and the AM/PM Acne lotion. I have clear skin, but every once in a while have breakouts and this stuff helps prevent that and treat problem areas.

I’m the most low key on my hair. I think the less you do, the better. For the most part, I try and always let my hair air dry. Since I have naturally really straight hair, it makes it a whole lot easier. The few products I do love are from Kerestase and Jose Maran (I use the argan oil on my skin and nails, too). For styling, I always use my Hot Tools 1 1/4 inch barrel curling iron and Aveda’s “Air Control” hairspray. I also take Biotin a few days a week to help with hair growth.

My go-to body products are very slim, but always stay the same (except for my perfume which I switch up all the time, but Diptyque’s Vetyverio is my all time fave). I do take a probiotic and digestive enzyme in the morning and before dinner, which I’ve found to really work. I learned about both from Kim Snyder’s The Beauty Detox Solution, a book I found so helpful in understanding our digestive systems and how our bodies interact with foods.

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  1. I’m so glad you mentioned probiotics and digestive enzymes! I make my own kefir, but when I don’t have it I buy bottled probiotics (either pill or liquid). Honestly, though I really like making kefir lol. I prefer it because you get to take care of it and grow it. Have you ever come across the kits they sell? They have diary and non dairy versions :)

    Thanks for sharing this post! You have the best hair!!

    xo Azu

    http://www.raven-locks.blogspot.com

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  9. Your skin and hair are always so ‘perfect’ if i may say so thank you for sharing your favourite products. Been under a lot of stress lately and my skin hasn’t been my best friend … Plus my stomach get really upset when I am stressed and find it a lot harder to digest etc.. so will definitely try what you suggested thank you thank you so much Julia :)

    Hope you are feeling better this week!

    Take care

    Sylvia

    http://sylviadennis.blogspot.co.uk/

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  12. Interesting that you take probiotics and digestive enzymes. I feel like I should try it. I have been meaning to take biotin for a while, but never get around to buying it.

    Love L’Occitane’s moisturizer so much. I also use Hot Tools curling iron and have done so for years. It straightens out my crazy curls into more controlled loose waves.

    xo,

    http://www.lustingforleather.com/

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  14. Loved this post!! I love and swear by the Josie Maran Light Argan Oil. I use it on my face morning and night as well as my hair! That stuff is my holy grail product…

    xo Ash,
    Sincerely Miss Ash

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  16. Julia, thanks for sharing! I’ve been looking for a great hairspray, so I’m definitely going to try the aveda!

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  19. Thanks for sharing Julia! I’ve been hearing great things about Biotin – will be trying it out! :)

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  21. Hey, Julia!

    Any tips for your favorite Dry Shampoo? I don’t have very thick hair so just one day without washing makes me look kinda like an oil tanker dumped on my head. Would be great to skip a day of hair washing without having to resort to a greasy ponytail (ewww)!

    Thanks!
    -Michele
    http://www.TheSaltyHanger.blogspot.com/

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  22. Julia-
    Have you seen the blogger at The Coral Court? She reminds me so much of you and your style a couple of years ago!! It’s like doing a wonderful flashback!

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  26. Thank you for sharing Julia! I adore the information found in Kim Snyders book! It has really changed my life and now I properly understand the way our bodies process food!

    Love from Montreal,
    Robyn xXx

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  27. Thanks for the recommendations! I’ll have to look into the Arcona line – I love trying new products! (Interestingly, I also posted about my skincare routine this morning!)

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  31. I love Josie Maran’s Argan Oil as well. I use it on my cuticles and hands every night – I will have to try it on my hair as well!
    I also love Mario Badescu for the odd break out too, I love how it dries the pimple out but not the surrounding area like some other products can.

    I also love Lancome’smake up remover, as it really gets all my make up off without feeling harsh and allows my skin care products to really do their job :)

    http://www.giftwithpurchasetime.com/

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  35. I like the eye product you listed but it doesn’t say it does anything for dark circles? Do you have any suggestions for skin products to brighten the under eye area?

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  39. Fabulous post. I need to study this more. And I just got a clarisonic and am loving it. Don’t know why I waited so long.

    Pinkandnavystripes.com

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  40. Great products, I have tried several but my favorite is Josie Maran’s Argan Oil.

    You’re more than welcome to checkout my lifestyle blog, it’s now up! Thanks!
    squeeshythings.wordpress.com

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  41. Love your make-up tips! Any suggestions for under-eye cream or brightener to cover dark circles?

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  42. Interesting that you included probiotics!
    But I adore you for it.

    Most people don’t realize how important they are, and I intend to write a post all about them soon on my blog.

    I order mine from Swanson and they have 66 BILLION organisms. I didn’t realize mine were steeped so high! Must be why I’m so regular ;)

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  43. Do you use any product on your hair before curling it? I also let my hair hair dry then curl, but feel like I should be using something.

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