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Beauty Products You Don’t Need

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I like makeup.

I just read an article on Oprah.com about beauty products you don’t need, and I have to say, it was such a refreshing read. Finally, a beauty NON-essential list. Hallelujah!

The five products mentioned in the article were toner (toners were invented because cleansers from years ago left a film on your skin, but not anymore), a foot mask (well, that’s just silly), lip exfoliator (just use a balm), anything that says “cellulite” on it (it doesn’t work), and neck cream (just use your facial moisturizer on your neck).

What do you think of that list? I have to say, I concur wholeheartedly. However, I’d think I’d like to add a few more to the list.

1. Eye cream – I know, I know. I’m going to catch some flack for this one, but really? Just use a facial moisturizer. “But the skin is so delicate around the eye, Sarah!” Not buying it.

2. Lip-plumping glosses – Listen, I’ve tried a few of the lip-plumping variety, and they might give a wee bit fuller appearance, but I definitely don’t think they are worth the price tag. (If you truly want fuller lips, you will need to make friends with a dermatologist and a needle. Ouch.)

3. “Age-Reversing” Products – Dude, you can’t get rid of the wrinkles on your face with a cream. Maybe a little firming, but no, a cream is not going to magically fill a crease that has formed in your skin over the course of many years.

4. Fancy Pants Razors – Really? Do you think I’m going to get a better shave because my razor is glittery pink and smells like a pina colada?

5. Shampoo – Who needs shampoo when you can keep your hair clean with baking soda and vinegar? (Um, I DO. Just making sure you were paying attention.)

There’s got to be more, right? What would make your beauty non-essential list?

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An avid blogger, Sarah James can be found regularly contributing her musings on style, beauty and parenting at her personal blog, Whoorl.com, and has been featured on several television shows and print publications. She lives in Southern California with her husband, 6-year-old son and 2-year-old daughter.

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