I wonder what my face says about me? Are we deep thinkers? Do we wear our problems on your face? “Oh woe is me!” Has life only thrown us lemons? Are we pessimists or optimists? Glass half empty, or half full, which is it? Do we have to be reminded to be thankful for and content with what we have, while we pray for our desires? Do we trust the Lord and take Him at His Word, when He says in Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose?
I know, I know, lots of questions, but ponder on them awhile. What does our ‘resting’ face say about us? “Run! Run like wind,” or does it say, “Well hello there, nice to meet you”.
For those of us who suffer from dry skin, with the tendency to be flaky, throughout the winter season, we may think that smiling may crack our faces. Well, I have found the solution to our problem. I love the Shiseido line, my face thanks me, every time I use it. I love the way it makes my face feel, so luxurious and pampered. I do not wear makeup every day; perhaps just about 2-3 times a week. I use all these products, whenever I do use makeup.
I begin by using an oil based product, like my shea butter mixture, to break down the makeup, especially the mascara (I am a bit heavy handed). Wipe it off, with paper towel or wet cloth. Next I wash my face with the Lacura face care which I buy from Aldi using the Clairosonic Mia 2 to remove the makeup and to exfoliate. It is very gentle; it does not burn my eyes. Next I use the Shiseido Benefiance Extra Creamy cleansing Foam. It is exactly what it says; extra foamy, but not quite as gentle. Then I use this Shiseido creamy cleansing Emulsion. This is a relatively new product, I added to my routine. I do like it; it acts like a moisturizer, while it cleans. Can’t beat that!
After that I use Elizabeth Arden Normal/Dry skin toner. I have been using this for a few years now. It is the only toner that does exactly that! It leaves my face feeling great and if there is any residual dirt or makeup left on the skin after all that washing!, it takes it off. Again this product is relatively new; the Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Balancing Softner Enriched is a lotion in a liquid form. I use a cotton pad to pat it into the skin. Finally, I use the Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist 24 Night Emulsion. I have said it before and I will say it again. I love this product!
This a a time intensive routine. But it is my (me time) pampered routine! Dry skin be gone! Here I come, without any hesitation, with a ready smile! Happy smiling day, my friend.
Jazz, the cat, made several appearances throughout this post. She refused to go away, so there she is! What are your favorite pampered products?
Thank you, thank you, thank you to all who have taken the time to follow the blog. I am humbled by your comments and likes on the posts. May the Lord be honored on this adventure.
Have a blessed day and remember: God’s love is unfailing, unwavering and unconditional!
41 responses to “MY NIGHTLY PAMPERED ROUTINE”
[…] heard (read) that one of my favorite facial brands is Sheseido, here, in my monthly favorites. I love this purifying mask because it is the only clay mask that does not […]
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Thank’s for the tips.. I will have to look for these products..
Jazz is so cute! 🙂
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We love her, these are the best line of products for my dry skin. TJMaxx and Marshall have it for a great price 👍
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This is such a great post! And I love your cat LOL 😀 !!!
I’ve been meaning to get a Clarisonic for ages… it looks like a toothbrush for the face haha 🙂
Aww, such a sweet beauty post. Thank you for writing this.
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They are really good. I recommend it 🙂 🙂 toothbrush for the face 🙂 that’s a fair assessment of it
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Very nice combination you got there! I don’t use any products on my skin because I don’t wear much makeup and my skin is just naturally clean aha! Bless God for that!
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🤣🤣 amen 🙏🏽
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Love your post I have never used any of your products that you have mentioned. I do a lot on skincare mainly on my vlog. I am going to start translating more to my blog.
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Yeah! I’d love to read them
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Your cat is so adorable!!! 🙂 I need to get back into a night routine. It always made me feel good.
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She is so spoiled 😂. I certainly makes a beautiful end to any day 😀
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Jazz is soooo adorable. I think a sweet kitty is the best beauty product 🙂
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Me too! And she knows she is cute 😂 😂
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I am jealous of your *figured out* skincare routine. I have been working on mine for a while but haven’t yet found one that works. Hats off to you for doing so, and getting so much joy out of it!
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I did.. and I am sticking with it 😀 thanks
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Sweet post, I love the symbolic message, how you tied it together..I use botanical blends Mary Kay face products and I’m in love with coconut oil in place of lotion BUT I’ve also cut out dairy and gluten and I drink lots of water, my psoriasis is almost all cleared up as a result..I’m feeling refreshed and rejuvenated these days!!
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Yeah! I am happy these products are working for you. Drinking water is really something I have to do intentionally. 😢
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Love the cat! She adds extra beauty to the post!! 🙂
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Thank you, she is special
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Congratulations ❤
I nominated you for a Liebster Award
Lots if love💕
https://godsanointedprincesses.wordpress.com/2018/02/06/liebster-award-2/
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Wow! Praise the Lord. Thanks Siphe. I appreciate it. Thanks again.
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Pointing it All back to Him, Shines His light even more through you.
Thank you for being a ray of God’s sunshine in my life!
I have nominated you for the Sunshine Blogger Award!
I am so grateful for your light!
https://gaillovesgod.blog/2018/02/06/sunshine-blogger-award-1-31-18/
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Thanks Gail. You are truly a blessing to me. I thank the Lord for you
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PTL! God bless you, Brenda!
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Aww haha, such a sweet kitty!! I’m so happy to hear that the Shiseido products are helping you. I’ve been struggling with dry skin this winter, especially my lips and hands, and I’m very happy that mild lip balm and Aveeno lotion are helping! 🙂
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At one point, my skin was so dry, it used to flake. I guess some may consider me vain, but I bring all my cares to the Lord, including this 😂. This has surely been my relief. Thanks Maggie for reading. Jazz has a mind of her own 😂
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Awww Jazz is such a cute fluff ball!
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She is adorable 😀
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Yes, I love how you start the post with the way our face effects other perceptions of who we are. I use Dessert Essence for a lot of my products because I try to do all-natural. However, specifically, for makeup, I use Almay and Clinique. I don’t wear a lot of makeup though so I am not an expert by any means! Blessings!
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I love Clinique foundation. In some respect, our faces tell a story. What that story says to others is really up to us. 😊
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Thanks for the reminder to care for our outer bodies especially as we age it requires a little more attention . I read recently that we give God our hearts and try to keep our bodies for ourselves. It all belongs to him and we should care for it to the best of our ability all to reflect the glory of the most high God
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Amen to that! Thank you for sharing 😃
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I so love how your cat finds her beautiful way in all of your pics… love it! lol
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I kept trying to push her away, she was so fascinated with my stuff she refused to budge 😂
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Lol… reminds me of my baby boy ‘Prince’…adorable shorkie that wants to learn everything about the world.
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😂 😂
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Thanks Anna
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Self care is just the way forward now. I personally want to put in more time to work on my self care routine.
Thankyou for this!
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Amen! Our body is His temple
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