Snowzilla Skin Essentials

The 2016 Snowzilla has been a blessing and a curse. I’ve been cooped up in a tiny apartment for the last five days and I think it’s safe to say I’ve got a case of Cabin Fever. On the bright side, this blizzard has given my skin some much-needed TLC. I haven’t worn makeup since Thursday. I haven’t had to put on a bra. I’ve only cleansed, masked and hydrated my face all weekend. I’ve been able to indulge in a warm shower for more than 10 minutes. Beauty-wise it’s been wonderful! And with that, my Snowzilla skin essentials:

I had the opportunity to try Glossier’s new Milky Jelly Cleanser this past weekend and I was pretty impressed with how clean and soft my skin felt. You can use it on dry skin to remove makeup or as a daily cleanser. I followed up with my all-time favorite moisturizer, Glossier Priming Moisturizer, and my skin felt uber soft and supple for the remainder of the day. I indulged in a 20 minute Fresh Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask—I love the creamy consistency and that warm cool, tingly feeling when I rinse it off.

As for lip care… during the day I’ve been applying Glossier Balm Dotcom. I’m desperate to try their Coconut Balm Dotcom because I love the original so much and could use a hint of flavor. By the way, notice a trend here? Glossier’s Phase 1 Set is taking over my beauty cabinet! Before I go to bed I swipe Orlane Magnificent Lip Balm—it has a sweet, fruity scent and keeps my lips hydrated through the night, because waking up with chapped lips is the WORST feeling. Library of Flowers is my go-to hand cream. The Forget Me Not Coco Butter smells amazing and just a small dab goes a long way. It comes in a cute little tin that I still use to hold my assortment of beauty products.

Did you get hit with storm Jonas? What beauty products have you come to rely on during Snowzilla and its aftermath?

Photography by Stacy Bauer