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Take the first steps to create your perfect everyday makeup look with this tutorial by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson. You'll learn everything from choosing the right skincare that enhances your makeup to finding your go-to application technique. Do you prefer using brushes or is a Beauty Blender the only way forward? To get started, check out the list of products Erica uses to create this beginner look. For more tips and tricks, follow along with Erica's how-to's for this class. Erica Johnson is a professional hair and makeup artist currently working at The Weather Channel. She is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Take the first steps to creating your perfect everyday makeup look with this tutorial by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson. 

Easy Beginner Everyday Makeup Look

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A sheer, buildable foundation with a natural-looking finish that immaculately evens skin tone. Complete with skincare benefits and the NARS Complexion Brightening Formula, it leaves skin hydrated, softer, and smoother. An artistry essential for creating a natural finish, when used daily, Sheer Glow Foundation improves the skin's brightness and texture. Ideal for evening the complexion with a natural, lightweight glow. Now available in a global shade range of 40 shades, for all skin tones.

A sheer, buildable foundation with a natural-looking finish that immaculately evens skin tone.

NARS Cosmetics Sheer Glow Foundation 

Makeup Artist Erica Johnson teaches you how to find the perfect makeup shade for your skin tone.&nbsp;There are thousands of brands promising beautiful skin with their makeup products but there's only one way to know what works for you: trial and error. If available, Erica recommends getting samples of products to not only test the shade but also the consistency, longevity, and quality. Learn more about finding the right shade for you by watching Erica's How-To.

Makeup Artist Erica Johnson teaches you how to find the perfect makeup shade for your skin tone. 

How-To Choose Makeup for Your Skin-Tone

Achieve smoother-looking skin with PÜR’s bestselling 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup Powder Foundation. This all-in-one skincare-infused foundation &amp; SPF 15 has been clinically proven to correct &amp; prevent your biggest skin concerns. <h3>What it does:</h3> <ul><li>Medium, buildable coverage, natural finish powder foundation</li><li>4 benefits in 1: Foundation, Concealer, Powder, and SPF</li><li>Lightweight feel, no-mess mineral makeup won’t settle into fine lines &amp; wrinkles</li><li>The skincare-infused formula helps to reduce the appearance of dark circles, redness, fine lines &amp; wrinkles, &amp; uneven skin tone</li><li>Helps to plump, lift, and firm the appearance of skin</li></ul> <h3>Key Ingredients:</h3> <ul><li>Waltheria Extract: Helps to brighten and smooth the appearance of an uneven skin tone</li><li>Shea Butter and Vitamin E: Condition and moisturize skin</li><li>PÜR’s proprietary Ceretin Complex: An encapsulated blend of Retinol, Lactic Acid, Shea Butter, and Ceramide to gently improve the look of skin tone and texture while helping to diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles. This gentle time-released formula can be used both day and night.</li></ul>

Achieve smoother-looking skin with PÜR’s bestselling 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup Powder Foundation. This all-in-one skincare infused foundation & SPF 15 has been clinically proven to correct & prevent your biggest skin concerns.

PÜR 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup SPF 15 Powder Foundation with Concealer & Finishing Powder

How-To Apply Pur 4-In-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup with Makeup Artist Erica Bogart

Aloe vera gel is a mild and nourishing carrier oil used to support the safe use of essential oils. It's great for skincare, sun, and acne support. This pure aloe vera gel is soft and silky! It absorbs quickly and feels gently drying. The organically crafted aloe vera gel is cold-pressed from whole leaves, producing a pure inner fillet aloe vera free of aloin, containing 100% intact polysaccharides. It is 99.75% pure, with only 0.25% added all-natural ingredients: potassium sorbate (antioxidant), citric acid (preservative), and xanthan gum (thickener). We recommend keeping this raw gel refrigerated. It’s ideal for both external and internal use.

Aloe vera gel is a mild and nourishing carrier oil used to support the safe use of essential oils.

Aromatics International Aloe Vera Gel

Esthetician Monika Tarnowski teaches you three easy massages you can do to reduce face bloating.

How-To Massage Your Face to Reduce Face Bloating

In this How-To, Esthetician Monika Tarnowski teaches you how to improve hyperpigmentation with different ingredients and products. 

How-To Improve Hyperpigmentation

100% Natural Organic Shea Butter. Made in Ghana. 7 oz.

100% African Shea Butter from Etsy Shop JacaraDesign

Learn about the key ingredients that help improve acne scars with Esthetician Monika Tarnowski. 

How-To Improve Acne Scars

Equal parts hydrating and refreshing, Trader Joe's Rose Water Facial Toner is formulated with real Damask rose water and Damask rose oil (to bedew and moisturize), witch hazel (to balance and tone), and a bit of&nbsp;Quillaja saponaria&nbsp;(soapbark) extract (to soften and condition). Best of all, it smells exactly like a fresh, blooming rose—so you'll actually "smell the roses" while you're taking a moment to stop, relax, and... well, smell the roses. Mist Rose Water Facial Toner onto your beautiful face after cleansing, or as needed throughout the day for a quick refresher. Stash a bottle in your purse, gym bag, or desk drawer for on-the-go toning and/or at-work hydration. The formula is so mild and gentle that there is really no such thing as "too much Toner" here—so feel free to spritz this soothingly-scented spray anytime you need a moment of calm. And here’s a hot tip: for an extra-cool toning experience, store a bottle of Trader Joe’s Rose Water Facial toner in your fridge… and thank us later.

Brighten and hydrate skin with this Rose Water Facial Spray from Trader Joe's. This esthetician favorite is perfect for on the go freshness. 

Trader Joe's Rose Water Facial Toner

Learn how to figure out your skin type and take care of it properly with Esthetician Monika Tarnowski. 

How-To Figure Out Your Skin Type

Vermont's Original Bag Balm has soothed and protected skin since 1899 using simple ingredients.&nbsp;It provides relief for dry, cracked skin from head to toe and works wonders for anyone who needs a little hydration in their life, even animals! The long-lasting formula is made of petrolatum, an ingredient that helps to moisturize and protect the skin, and Lanolin which soothes and softens skin.

Vermont's Original Bag Balm has soothed and protected skin since 1899 using simple ingredients. 

Vermont's Original Bag Balm

Esthetician Monika Tarnowski shares tips for using Bag Balm in your nighttime routine for healthier, hydrated skin. 

How-To Use Bag Balm in Your Nighttime Routine

Learn from Esthetician Monika Tarnowski everything you need to know about incorporating aloe into your skincare routine.

How-To Use Aloe in Your Daily Skincare Routine

Get a flawless blend with the award-winning, premier edgeless, reusable, high-definition cosmetic sponge applicator, in classic pink. The exclusive aqua-activated™ material provides an airbrushed application and absorbs minimal product, so your favorite formula lands on your complexion, not your sponge. This category-creator is a 12-time Allure Best of Beauty award winner.

Get a flawless blend with the award-winning, premier edgeless, reusable, high-definition cosmetic sponge applicator, in class…

The Original Beauty Blender Makeup Sponge

In this How-to, Makeup Artist Jill Fogel shows you how to use a BeautyBlender.

How-To Use A BeautyBlender to Apply Makeup

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Inspired by the luxurious feel of our Super-Plush Towels, our Super-Plush Robe is the ultimate in plushness and softness and made of combed, long-staple Turkish cotton. Feel like you’re lounging in luxury every morning. The robe features wide-sleeve adjustable cuffs, pockets, and an adjustable tie waist.

Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe Recommended by Interior Designer Lauren Makk

Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe

Waterpik® Sonic-Fusion® 2.0 Professional is the next generation of the world's first flossing toothbrush - now with up to 2X the bristle tip speed, high/low brush settings, and quiet operation.Sonic-Fusion is a simple, no hassle solution for superior oral health. Without switching products, you can choose to brush, water floss, or brush and water floss by pressing a button. This professional model features LED mode indicator lights for ease of use.Includes 2 patented water flossing brush heads (1 full-size, 1 compact), 2 brush head covers, premium toothbrush case, and global voltage. Clinically proven to be twice as effective as traditional brushing and flossing for removing plaque and improving gum health.

Waterpik Sonic Fusion 2.0 Professional Toothbrush Recommended by Interior Designer Lauren Makk

Waterpik Sonic-Fusion 2.0 Professional is the next generation of the world's first flossing toothbrush - now new and improved with to 2X the bristle tip speed.

Waterpik Sonic-Fusion® 2.0 Professional

<ul><li>WHAT IS RADIOFREQUENCY? -- LEFAY radiofrequency skin tightening machine adopts Israel radiofrequency (RF) skin therapy. The procedure involves using energy waves to heat your dermis skin layer to naturally buïld collägen and repaïr elästin. Moreover, it is armed with a smart isothermal system to avoid skin burning.</li><li>WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? -- LEFAY is a multi-functional anti-aging device that includes Radio Frequency (RF) technology with red/blue light therapy, ËMS to reduce lines and wrinkles, improve skin penetration, and absorption abilities, etc.</li><li>5-IN-1 SKINCARE ROUTINE -- LEFAY RF-MAX designed 5 modes as per the daily skincare routine. They are #CLEANING for a thorough facial cleansing, #PENETRATION for improving skin absorption, #LIFTING for skin tightening and firming, #SPECIAL for eye care, and #COOL for skin soothing and sterilizing.</li><li>ICE COOLING FUNCTION -- Considering the radiofrequency heating feature would open pores during operation, we designed a 10s rapid cooling function for face and eyes to help shrink pores.</li><li>HIGH-FREQUENCY FACE MASSAGE -- On cleansing, penetration, lifting, and eyecare modes, being of high frequency vibrating sensation to help stimulates cell viability and promotes blood circulation. So it is actually also a face massager.</li></ul>

LEFAY 5-in-1 Facial Machine Recommended by Interior Designer Lauren Makk

LEFAY 5-in-1 Facial Machine

The Pure Daily Care Nano Steamer is a new type of steamer that generates nano-ionic steam. NanoSteamer does this by combining a conventional heating element with a new ultra sonic vaporizer to produce nano steam with negatively charged ionic particles. Nano steam combined with ionic water particles are up to 10x more effective in penetrating skin. <ul><li>BONUS 5 PIECE SKIN KIT INCLUDED - A Bonus 5 piece surgical grade stainless steel blackhead and blemish extractor kit is included with every Nanosteamer. This kit includes 5 precise instruments that compliment your Nanosteamer perfectly. Followup your steaming session by using this kit to remove blackheads and blemishes effortlessly for perfect skin after every use.</li><li>MULTIFUNCTIONAL - 3-in-1 device can also be set to humidify a room and has an extra chamber to warm towels for ultimate refreshment</li><li>LONG RUNNING TIME - A larger 200ml water tank allows for 30 minutes of working time with a completely silent operation</li><li>GUARANTEED RESULTS - Benefits of Nano Steaming include up to 10x improved blood circulation, Improves cell vitality and oxygen absorption through skin for a healthier younger looking complexion, significantly improves absorption of your beauty creams for increased effectiveness and promotes drainage of sinuses and airways for overall improved well being. Use the included complimentary 5 piece skin kit for the perfect skin care regimen</li></ul>

Pure Daily Care NanoSteamer 3-in-1 Ionic Facial Steamer Recommended by Interior Designer Lauren Makk

The Pure Daily Care Nano Steamer is a new type of steamer that generates nano-ionic steam. Unlike other facial steamers, its secret lies in producing negatively charged nano-ionic particles, which are 10x more effective at penetrating pores.

Pure Daily Care NanoSteamer 3-in-1 Ionic Facial Steamer

Sun In Lemon Fresh Hair Lightener is the perfect choice for natural hair lightening. The bleach-free formula is made with lemon juice and chamomile for subtle blonde highlights and includes soothing calendula extract and silk amino acids to soften and condition hair. Simply spray and enjoy the sunshine; the UV-activated spray allows you to lighten and brighten your hair effortlessly. It gives you the same natural highlights you get from the sun - only faster. The advanced conditioning system includes botanical extracts and special illuminators that give hair a healthy dose of shine. Recommended for blonde to medium brown hair. Reddish results may occur in dark hair. Not recommended for color-treated or chemically treated hair. Highlights will be permanent. Contains no metallic dyes.

Sun In Hair Lightener Recommended by Hair Colorist Manolis Kostantinidis

Sun In Lemon Fresh Hair Lightener is the perfect choice for natural hair lightening. The bleach-free formula is made with lemon juice and chamomile for subtle blonde highlights and includes soothing calendula extract and silk amino acids to soften and condition hair.

Sun In Hair Lightener Spray

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Experience cleansing hydration with the Shower Gel collection. The highly concentrated, yet gentle formula is infused with antioxidant-rich argan oil to nourish as it cleanses, helping to restore skin’s optimal moisture balance and improve elasticity, texture, and tone. Available in six Mediterranean-inspired scents and packaged in a recyclable bottle. Paraben-free. Mineral Oil-free. Sulfate-free. The fragrance notes for Oud Minéral are invigorating and unexpected: Mediterranean sea salt, charred cedarwood, and petitgrain. <h3>Key Ingredients</h3> Argan Oil: Extremely rich in tocopherols (Vitamin E), essential fatty acids, and antioxidants, this natural oil helps to hydrate and nourish the skin to help improve its texture and tone. Glycerin: A humectant that helps increase skin’s elasticity and provide long-lasting moisture.

Moroccanoil Oud Minéral Shower Gel Review with Esthetician Jared Jaichon

Moroccanoil's Shower Gel collection has a highly concentrated, yet gentle formula infused with antioxidant-rich argan oil to nourish as it cleanses, helping to restore skin’s optimal moisture balance and improve elasticity, texture, and tone. The fragrance notes for Oud Minéral are invigorating and unexpected: Mediterranean sea salt, charred cedarwood, and petitgrain.

Moroccanoil Oud Minéral Shower Gel 

Moroccanoil

Experience weightless hydration with the Body Lotion collection. The ultra-light, fast-absorbing formula features a blend of moisturizing oils—including argan, tsubaki, and evening primrose oils—and soothing aloe leaf extract to leave skin softer, smoother, and more radiant. Available in six Mediterranean-inspired scents and packaged in a recyclable bottle. Paraben-free. Mineral Oil-free. Sulfate-free. The fragrance notes for Oud Minéral are invigorating and unexpected: Mediterranean sea salt, charred cedarwood, and petitgrain. <h3>Key Ingredients</h3> Argan Oil: Extremely rich in tocopherols (Vitamin E), essential fatty acids, and antioxidants, this natural oil helps to hydrate and nourish the skin to help improve its texture and tone. Aloe Leaf Extract: A naturally cooling extract that nourishes. Tsubaki Oil: Highly effective antioxidant and moisturizing oil that helps strengthen skin barrier function and improve skin elasticity and suppleness. Evening Primrose Oil: Derived from the seed of the evening primrose flower, is a superb emollient and skin nutrient high in the Omega-6 essential fatty acids, linoleic acid, and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA).

Moroccanoil Oud Minéral Body Lotion Review with Esthetician Jared Jaichon

Moroccanoil's Body Lotion collection provides weightless hydration with its ultra-light, fast-absorbing formula that features a blend of moisturizing oils and soothing aloe leaf extract to leave skin softer, smoother, and more radiant. The fragrance notes for Oud Minéral are invigorating and unexpected: Mediterranean sea salt, charred cedarwood, and petitgrain.

Moroccanoil Oud Minéral Body Lotion

Experience gentle cleansing with the Hand Wash collection. The skincare-inspired formula is infused with antioxidant-rich argan oil to hydrate skin and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture. Available in six Mediterranean-inspired scents and packaged in a recyclable bottle. Paraben-free. Mineral Oil-free. Sulfate-free. The fragrance notes for Oud Minéral are invigorating and unexpected: Mediterranean sea salt, charred cedarwood, and petitgrain. <h3>Key Ingredients</h3> Argan Oil: Extremely rich in tocopherols (Vitamin E), essential fatty acids, and antioxidants, this natural oil helps to hydrate and nourish the skin to help improve its texture and tone. Hyaluronic Acid: A natural humectant that can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water. Hydrates skin, helps enhance suppleness, and reduces the appearance of fine, dry lines. Glycerin: A humectant that helps increase skin’s elasticity and provide long-lasting moisture.

Moroccanoil Oud Minéral Hand Wash Review with Esthetician Jared Jaichon

Give your hands the gentle cleanse they deserve with Moroccanoil's Hand Wash collection. The skincare-inspired formula features ingredients such as antioxidant-rich argan oil and hyaluronic acid that work together to hydrate skin and lock in moisture. The fragrance notes for Oud Minéral are invigorating and unexpected: Mediterranean sea salt, charred cedarwood, and petitgrain.

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