Who What Wear Feature - A 54-Year-Old Shares 9 Beauty Products That Make Her Look 10 Years Younger

Excited to share that I’ve been featured AGAIN in Who What Wear this month—this time covering clean beauty products, a topic that is becoming more and more important to me! Read on to see the full article!

I find that as I approach my mid-50s, my skin and body are getting more and more sensitive to what I put on them. Over the past year, I’ve been making an effort to incorporate and use clean, safe beauty products in my life in order to reduce my exposure to toxic chemicals. In doing so, my allergies have improved, I feel mentally clearer and physically better, and I know exactly what I’m putting on my skin. I don't want to compromise on my health or the quality and performance of my beauty and skincare products, which is why I'm excited to share some amazing clean beauty products I use to help me look and feel 10 years younger.

Moisturizer

Ere Perez, Moringa All-Beauty Crème.

This classic daily moisturizer by Ere Perez, Moringa All-Beauty Crème, contains nutritious ingredients that just melt into the skin, soothing dryness and tired skin, and leaving my complexion glowing. I find it to be the perfect base for under makeup and use it as my first layer of hydration. Hero ingredients include moringa—known to accelerate skin cell renewal—apricot kernel oil to firm and tone, lemon balm for powerful antioxidants, and prickly pear, which is loaded with vitamin E for healthy skin! This brand is a recent discovery for me, and I'm obsessed not only with their overall skincare line but also with their makeup line.

Eye Cream

Dr. Barbara Sturm, Eye Cream.

Barbara Sturm is the queen of clean skincare, offering up products that are proven to work to diminish signs of aging fine lines and wrinkles. She formulates all her products herself, and combines the power of science and natural ingredients. I love several of her products, but in particular the eye cream, which targets dark circles, bags and puffiness. I have a sensitive eye area, and have found this fragrance-free product to be super potent, gentle and effective! Since using this cream, I’ve noticed the bags under my eyes have calmed down significantly—our eyes tell our age, so it’s a great product to invest in if you want to take years off your face without actually going under the knife!

Face Serum

Versed, Hydration Station Booster with Hyaluronic Acid.

Versed is a newly launched, well-priced clean beauty brand created by one of Who What Wear's co-founders, Katherine Power. I've been road-testing several products within the line and have been regularly using this hyaluronic acid formula. This serum booster is so light and disappears into the skin effortlessly—I add it daily to my face moisturizer for an extra hydration boost. It gives my dry skin the extra love it needs to stay super moist throughout the day! Yes, please!

Face Oil

Olìe x Melissa Meyers, RoseGlow Drops Face Oil.

Natural face oils are my top beauty secret; I'm obsessed! My fave ones are by a small company called Olìe Biologique that specializes in natural face oils. Their oils are 100% pure and luxurious, and they contain the best botanical ingredients that are proven effective. I loved their rejuvenating face oil so much that I reached out the company (before oils were a thing) and contacted the founder to see if we could create a formula together. Flash-forward to the launch of the Olìe x Melissa Meyers face oil. They're currently sold out, but we're working on an exciting new formula with French marine algae launching this fall. Click here for five free samples!

Exfoliators

Goop, Goop Glow Microderm Instant Glow Exfoliator.

This exfoliator from Goop is a natural skincare product that literally polishes away any roughness and smooths uneven areas. This instant Microderm exfoliating treatment has been called a “powerful facial in a little jar,” and it’s comprised of natural ingredients and essential oils, micro-exfoliating minerals, and glycolic acid. It’s truly a dual-action product, offering the benefits of both physical and chemical exfoliation. The results for refreshed glowing skin are instant, and they offer a subscription option so that you can be sure to never run out!

BB Cream & SPF Combo

Coola, Organic Face SPF 30 Rosilliance BB+ Cream.

I wear this product from Coola every single day because it’s one of the best multitaskers I’ve found in natural beauty. It’s an amazing skin-perfecting moisturizer with light/sheer coverage that leaves your skin even-toned and dewy! It comes in three shades depending on your skin tone; I like to use the medium-deep shade for a sun-kissed glow. Coola’s eco-conscious formulas are locally sourced with a Farm to Face® philosophy and are scientifically advanced… This is something I can get behind; I use a variety of the brand’s sun protection products from head to toe.

Body Oil

KORA Organics, Noni Glow Body Oil.

Founded by wellness entrepreneur Miranda Kerr out of her passion for all things holistic and natural, KORA Organics offers some of the best-certified organic skincare products I’ve tested. I recently discovered the line and was blown away by how much I love the toxin-free products designed to safely enrich your skin. I have so many faves but for starters, the Allure Best in Beauty award-winning Noni Glow Body Oil is certainly one to try. This oil immediately absorbs into the skin and the scent is heavenly. I like to mix it in with my body moisturizer, and then finish with it on my legs and arms before heading out for youthful, glowy skin. I’m a huge fan of oils, an absolute staple for all-over moisture for both face and body.

Haircare

Innersense, Hydrating Cream Hairbath.

As we age, our hair changes texture and needs extra love. I’ve been on the search for clean haircare products that leave my hair looking and feeling its best, but are also sulfate- and silicon-free. Say hello to Innersense! All of the brand’s products have an amazing spa-fresh scent and contain certified-organic plant ingredients that deliver hydration, health, moisture, shine and protection.

Innersense, Travel-Sized Trio.

I’m not the only one obsessed with the hydrating cream and conditioner, as both have won Allure’s Best in Beauty awards! Ingredients include certified organic monoi oil and aloe that strengthen the hair follicle, smooth cuticles, and control frizz. My hair looked super shiny and hydrated after the first use. They have travel-sized trios you so can try several of their products depending on your hair needs.

Gloss Moderne, Clean Luxury Shampoo.

I also use and switch off with Gloss Moderne hair products, a minimalist, natural, luxury haircare collection made from the highest-quality and health-forward ingredients. The shampoo and conditioner are both amazing, and the subtle tropical scent is gorgeous! I love the way my hair looks and feels when using their products. Pricey but worth the investment!

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You can see the original featured article on Who What Wear here. Hope you all learned about some new clean skin care products that can be incorporated into your routine!

xxMelissa

New Fall Faves with Rachel Zoe's Box of Style

Hi Glow Girls!

September marks the beginning of fall with cooler temperatures and a switch in our wardrobe selections. This year, my closet inventory just got an upgrade thanks to Box of Style! The quarterly, premier fashion and beauty subscription service contains well-known luxury and discovery brands curated by Rachel Zoe herself… this is MAJOR! 

Here are the details - you get five items from top brands worth over $500 for $99 delivered straight to your door. This deal just got even better - if you use my code ‘MELISSA25’ you will get an additional $25 off your first box! I’m obsessed with the picks for this fall - the perfect caramel leather crossbody bag, a croc-embossed card holder, a gorgeous gold chunky statement necklace, shiny pink lip gloss, and resurfacing face serum created by a celebrity esthetician!

Click HERE to order now!

Imagine receiving five quality gifts for yourself every season from some of the best fashion and beauty products personally curated by Rachel Zoe! I am so excited to share this amazing opportunity with all of you!

Below are the items included in the Fall Box of Style

JJ Winters Ivy Leather Crossbody

This genuine leather crossbody bag comes in the perfect shade of caramel and can also be worn as a shoulder bag. It literally goes with everything in my fall wardrobe - I love the gold hardware as it adds additional style to this great everyday bag! 

Rachel Miriam Leather Card Case

This gorgeous card case is made of genuine, croc-embossed leather and comes in a rich bordeaux color, which is an on-trend shade for fall. I am using it for my Glow Girl business cards but you can also keep other wallet essentials like credit cards and cash in there without the bulk of an entire wallet.  It also fits perfectly in the JJ Winters purse and my smaller evening bags!

Dannijo Elisa Necklace

I was so excited to see this chunky gold Dannijo necklace in the box, as I am a huge fan of their jewelry line! I’ve known the talented sisters behind the brand for years and their pieces are worn and loved by so many celebrities. This chic necklace pairs perfectly with my existing gold jewelry and retails for $245 so it is a huge perk of this season’s box.

Marc Jacobs Beauty Lip Gloss

This hi-shine lip gloss caught my attention immediately because, as you guys know, I always love to wear a great pink gloss!  This pretty gloss is called “Sugar High,” and it’s perfect to wear by itself or on top of my other lipsticks. This non-sticky gloss is super moisturizing and feels great on my lips. Retail price is normally $28 a tube.

Shani Darden Texture Reform Resurfacing Serum

I’ve always wanted to try Shani Darden’s products as I know many celebrities and LA beauty buffs speak highly of her products and services. This gentle serum works so well to smooth the appearance of lines and wrinkles while simultaneously reducing redness and sunspots!

Click HERE and remember to use the code ‘MELISSA25’ to get $25 off your first box! That means for under $75 you can get $500 worth of fashion and beauty must-haves – for realz!

Box of Style is an incredible value and I love that it includes so many fashion and beauty must-haves that have the Rachel Zoe stamp of approval for each season. It’s fun to see your closet and make up bag getting a little bigger with these kinds of deals.  I’d love to know if you order one and how you like the products! Comment below and share some of your fave picks.

xxMelissa

This post is sponsored by Box of Style. All opinions and thoughts are my own.

Clean Beauty Makeup: Top 10 Picks for a Gorgeous, Natural Look + IGTV Tutorial

Over the past year, I’ve been making an effort to find and test the best products in clean beauty including my every day makeup. With so many incredible brands popping up these days that are safe, non-toxic and effective, why use anything else on our skin? I never thought it would be so easy to switch out my favorite department store makeup but what motivated me the most was being able to find health-conscious, ethically packaged products without having to sacrifice quality. I’m also super excited to announce that I have dropped my very first IGTV how-to video on exactly how I create my everyday makeup look with these clean beauty products!

Below are my top 10 picks for a gorgeous natural makeup look.

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1. Coola BB Cream - The farm to face tinted moisturizer is my everyday go-to product as it provides the perfect amount of light coverage and leaves my skin hydrated and glowing! It’s formulated with rose stem cells, which helps improve signs of aging and promote a youthful, dewy look to the skin. This triple-duty product also contains SPF 30 that protects the skin from the sun’s harmful rays throughout the day!

2. Ere Perez Under Eye Concealer - This particular natural under eye concealer offers incredible coverage for dark circles and is available in several blendable shades! It contains arnica, an anti-inflammatory herb that promotes healing for spots that may be darker or discolored. The texture is velvety and smooth due to the candelilla wax and cocoa butter base, two ingredients that are great for sensitive skin.

3. Lune+Aster Bronze & Blush Palette - This palette is the ideal two-in-one.  I use the bronzer all over my face for a natural, sun-kissed look and finish it off with the blush on the apples of my cheeks up to my cheekbone line.  The two together help me achieve the “just got back from vacation” glow!

4. Au Naturale Highlight Stick - This handcrafted highlighter is made with absolutely zero dyes or synthetics. I am obsessed with the Rose Gold shade and think it looks great on all skin tones. I usually apply it directly to my upper cheekbones after applying my blush for a gorgeous sheer shimmer effect.

5. Ere Perez Avocado Waterproof Mascara - This fantastic mascara is made with avocado and mamey oils which help to stimulate lash growth-yes please! The shape and size of this brush are perfect, making application super easy!  It’s all natural, waterproof, clump-free, completely unscented and perfect to use on the most sensitive eyes.

6. Ere Perez Jojoba Eye Pencil - This bronze liner is simply gorgeous and looks beautiful on all eye colors and skin tones. It’s made with a soothing formulation of oils, including jojoba, which encourages lash growth. The metallic shade goes on smooth and really makes your eyes pop in an elegant and understated way. I wear it from day to night!

7. Saint Naturally Nude Eye Palette - This natural eyeshadow palette enhances the eyes with the perfect amount of pigment that blend effortlessly to build depth, contour, shading or highlighting while defining any eye shape. There are six well-chosen colors in the compact that range from total matte to high-shimmer so it’s perfect to wear every day from lunch to cocktails.

8. Ere Perez Almond Brow Pencil - This “one-size-fits-all” brow pencil works for all brow colors and allows for easy shaping of any brow silhouette. There’s a little brush at the opposite end of the pencil which can be used to help distribute the color evenly and tame brow hairs.

9. Ilia Tinted Lip Conditioner - This award-winning lip conditioner is packed with natural ingredients including cocoa butter, olive oil, sesame oil, and vitamin E. The smooth texture feels super hydrating on the lips and can be layered with gloss or simply worn alone. I like the pink-neutral shade “O Baby” that nourishes and builds on each swipe. Perfect for girls on-the-go!

10. Lune+Aster Vitamin C+E Lipgloss - To finish off my natural makeup look, I use this natural gloss either by itself or on top of any neutral lipstick as it is the perfect shade of sheer, milky pink. I am very picky about the texture, smell and taste of my lipgloss and this one is perfect! It’s also fragrance-free and contains Vitamin E that is super hydrating.

Vegan makeup brushes by Jenny Patinkin, $150 for the set.

Click here to see my IGTV makeup tutorial for a clean beauty everyday look.

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Full disclosure… I am not using 100% clean beauty and skincare products yet, but just know that I am looking for safe and efficacious ones that can replace my cult beauty faves and will share them with you during my clean beauty journey. If you have any clean products you are loving these days, please share in the comments below!

xxMelissa