Born and raised in Gulfport, Jacqueline Smith now lives the glamorous life of a mother of four sons and wife of a firefighter husband. As the founder and chief operating officer of The Fashion Factory in downtown Gulfport, she spends her days indulging her passion for style and helping women feel as beautiful on the outside as they are on the inside. Here are some of her favorite products that she encourages you to try:
1. THE SECRET TO LUMINOUS SKIN
If you want that hydrated, luminous glass-skin look (and who doesn’t?), Sky Organics castor oil will get the job done. This is a great product to mix with your nighttime facial moisturizer; dab a little under the eyes to help with fine lines and wrinkles. It is available on Amazon at a great price point.
2. GIVES GREAT COVERAGE
Raise your hand if you are a tired mama and need to cover those dark circles! I’ve reached for Tarte Shape Tape concealer over and over. Grab one a shade lighter than your skin tone to add some light under your eyes, making you look more awake and vibrant. This product is great for blemish coverage, too; no wonder it has won so many beauty awards!
3. A BEAUTY GO-TO FOR GOOD REASON
COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin has gone viral many times, and for good reason. Its super-moisturizing properties have made this one a beauty industry go-to for several years. It also plumps the skin for a more youthful look. This is another great product to add to your nighttime beauty regimen.
4. GENTLE MAKEUP REMOVER
If you’re prone to cleansers drying out your skin, you might want to give this one a try. Very gentle and affordable, Bioderma micellar water is a great option and removes eye makeup, too. It comes in regular and sensitive-skin formulas.
5. FANTASTIC MOISTURIZER
La Roche Posay double repair moisturizer helps to repair the skin barrier and provides moisture for up to 48 hours. It’s very lightweight, looks great under your makeup and great for sensitive skin. It is also available with sunscreen added.
6. GET A POST-VACATION GLOW
Want to look like you’ve just returned from a tropical vacation? Add a few Drunk Elephant sunshine drops to your morning moisturizer for a sun-kissed glow. I’ve tried several drugstore options, and they just don’t cut it. I would say this one is well worth the splurge and doesn’t contain any pore-clogging ingredients.