A Well Loved Edit for July

Happy Friday, ladies. Today I’m sharing my well loved edit for July. As you know, I try a lot of new products every month. Some are so-so, some are simply lousy, and some are home runs. These are the ones I reached for most often in July.

1- Merit Clean Volume Tubing Mascara is a new favorite. I’ve loved their Clean Lash Lengthening Mascara for years, and I still do, but this new tubing formula has an amazing comb-style brush that keeps my lashes separated and clump-free while still building volume. My goal is never false eyelash type lashes, and this has a natural look.

2 – Mederma Advanced Scar Gel. The biopsy site on the tip of my nose has healed over but it’s got a little dent and is still very, very pink so I’ve been been using this scar gel every morning and night. I may be imagining it, but it seems a tiny bit flatter, so I’m going to stick with it. When I get a wound of any kind now, the area stays red forever. I don’t know if this can help but it sure can’t hurt.

3 – Amlactin Foot Repair. I don’t know about you, but the older I get, the more fragile my skin becomes….except for the soles of my feet which are determined to turn into old, cracked shoe leather. I’ve been using this 15% lactic acid cream on the soles of my feet and heels for years…it’s fabulous. Lately, I’ve been using it on my knees for the crepey skin and it’s looking so much better. I know they make this 15% body lotion so I may order this to try.

4 – Tria FRX Skin Rejuvenating Fractional Laser (2nd Gen). I had the original Tria Laser years ago, but it disappeared during one of our moves. When I saw the updated version, I decided to try it again. I’m hoping it will help soften some of the pitting and creases from solar elastosis (extreme sun damage) on my lower face.

I’ve had laser treatments at the dermatologist, and they work, but they’re expensive and the downtime isn’t always easy to manage. This laser isn’t nearly as powerful, but there’s no downtime. I use it every night after washing my face, and it only takes about 4-5 minutes.

5 – Westport Illusion Wide Leg Jeans. I knew these jeans were going to be favorites the moment I pulled them on, and they are. They have a hidden-contour waist band in a butter soft denim that holds its shape. Some returns have come in so a few are left on sale here, or there are other washes here. They’re so insanely comfortable, I’m seriously considering a black pair for the winter. Of course, these sandals which I have in black and this beige color are on my feet almost everyday.

6 – Lack of Color Palma Wide Straw Boater. I’ve had this hat for several years and been reaching for it a lot this month. It’s wide stiff brim gives my face and nose terrific protection from the sun, and the inner elastic band keeps it securley on. Boater shaped hats are one of my favorite because they have an elegant look.

Have you tried any winners this month? I’d love to hear.