Southern Magnolia Makeup Reviews, Tips, Tricks, and Advice

How To Pick The Perfect Foundation

If you’ve ever shopped for makeup, you know how endless the options can seem. Foundations, in particular, can be tricky to get just right. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the array of different foundation types and colors, don’t worry. We’re here to break it down step-by-step. Once you know what to look for, choosing your perfect foundation will be a snap. Here’s what you need to know: Know your over and undertones When choosing your shade of foundation, you will want to pick one that is as close as possible to your natural coloring. A good goal is for the finish to look like your own skin. In order to get a correct match, you’ll need to know two things - your skin’s overtone AND undertone. Overtone shades range from fair to dark. Your overtone will be based on genetics, and how your skin reacts to sun exposure. Your undertone refers to the more subtle color differences in your complexion and can have much to do with choosing makeup shades that appear natural on your skin. An easy way to determine your undertone is to look at the veins of your wrist or forearm in natural light. If the color of your veins appears greenish, this means you have a yellow undertone and should choose warm colors. If veins are more of a blue hue, this indicates that you have blue/pink undertones and should use cool colors. Determine what kind of coverage you need So now that you’ve picked your perfect color, the next thing you’ll want to know is how much coverage you need. Foundation options range from light loose powders to thicker creams or liquid formulas. A full coverage matte or oil-free mineral foundation is great for oily or acne prone skin as these help balance oil and skin tone. For dry or mature skin, you will want to opt for more of a satin liquid foundation or sheer luminous powder. What kind of coverage you need will depend on your skin type and condition, but also upon your different needs day-to-day. For this reason, it’s not a bad idea to invest in a couple of different foundations, so that you have options. Liquid foundations provide more coverage for long wear or glam looks. Loose powders and sheer foundations work well for everyday wear, or a more natural finish. Other things to consider The secret behind any good makeup routine is good skincare. For best results, make sure your skin is clean and hydrated with a good serum or moisturizer before applying foundation. Additionally, you can think of your makeup products as an extension of your skincare routine. To best support your complexion, we recommend choosing makeup products that use clean, simple formulas and are free of harmful ingredients. Southern Magnolia Mineral Cosmetics’ foundations contain natural mineral SPF. The range is cruelty-free, gluten-free, all-natural, non-toxic, made in the U.S. and formulated to help you find your perfect skin-friendly foundation.
Why Cruelty-Free is so important!

Is animal testing even necessary?!Some companies claim that animal testing serves a purpose, to make sure that ingredients are safe enough for humans. The TRUTH is, there are many alternatives to animal testing for ingredient safety. In Vitro testing (testing cultures outside a living organism) for example has many advantages over animal testing, by using cell tissues and computer models. Yes, animal testing is cheaper, but extremely unethical!There are thousands of cosmetic ingredients that are already proven to be safe. This shows that we don’t need to test more ingredients on animals, because I would NOT want any chemical that requires that much additional safety testing in my Southern Magnolia products!Lab animals are animals too!!According to the law, lab animals form a special category of animals that do not get many protections from animal abuse and cruelty. Why protect our beloved pets from abuse, but lab bunnies, mice and rats suffer needlessly!? Cats and dogs are also used in experiments…. Yes, you heard me right! This is in industries other than cosmetics, but still! Typically breeds that are known for their docile nature, such as Beagles. This makes me want to cry….We need to be the change!Many countries have already banned animal testing for cosmetics in finished products AND raw materials, including the EU, Norway, Switzerland, South Korea and New Zealand. A few states in the U.S. also ban animal testing for cosmetics, it's time for the rest of the USA to follow suit.The Bottom Line: Southern Magnolia Mineral Cosmetics and many other other cosmetic companies have consciously chosen to go Cruelty Free, so as consumers it is up to us to send a message and buy only Cruelty Free products. This is not only about my products, this is about all of us making a choice!<h4>Companies that do test on Animals</h4>This list is straight from the PETA website. Some of these companies, (such as Proctor and Gamble) have declared that 'most' of their products do not utilize animal tested ingredients, but they have also stated that they will continue to use animal testing when deemed necessary.There is a good video on PETA that is not impossible to watch. I learned a little bit more about it, including that they use baby primates, and kittens, among other animals, and that they end up blinding many of the animals, such as rabbits, that they test on. I suggest watching it if you use any of these products, and it will give you the inspiration to take the trip to a different store to buy products that not only don't use animal testing, but that also use naturally derived ingredients that are safe for you, your family, and our natural environment.You learn more by visiting this link: <a href="http://search.caringconsumer.com/">http://search.caringconsumer.com </a><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/screen-shot-2021-01-08-at-4.30.44-am.png"><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/screen-shot-2021-01-08-at-4.31.08-am.png"><a href="http://search.caringconsumer.com/"></a>
Natural Glowy Glam Makeup Video Tutorial with Makeup Artist, Francesca Gizzio

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6 makeup tricks for mature women that make a major difference!

<h4>We all know that our skin changes as we get older, which also means your makeup routine should change as well. Barb would like to share 6 makeup tips that work best for us right now.</h4>1. Less is more! Look to embrace your features and accentuate your natural face - you want people to say ‘You look beautiful,’ not ‘Good makeup!’“ So make sure to invest in a good moisturizer. (try Southern Magnolia's <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/firm-facelift-anti-wrinkle-rejuvenation-cream/" target="_blank">firm & facelift rejuvenation cream</a>)2. The ears, don’t forget them when putting on foundation! Ears are a part of your face, too and are often forgotten. You want your ears to blend in with the rest of your face… so if you have red lobes, don’t forget to lightly sweep your foundation brush over them.3. Remember to tone down your eye makeup and blush if you are going bold on your lips. 4. Try not wearing mascara on your lower lashes. Applying on your lower lashes can make your eyes look droopy and draw attention to the dark circles. 5. Find a quality lipstick - there is nothing worse than uneven, smeared-looking edge around your lips. So finding a product that doesn’t feather is key. (try Southern Magnolia's <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/lips/">vitamin E infused lipstick</a>)6. Stop stroking blush from mouth to ear; that technique only emphasizes gauntness as we get older. Try this technique instead, for an instant cheek lift appearance, swirl blush ever so slightly higher on the apple of your cheeks.
Holiday Glam 2020 Video Tutorial

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Day Cream vs. Night Cream: What’s the Difference?

You want beautiful, youthful-looking skin? Then don’t skip that moisturizer! Properly moisturizing your face is an essential step in your daily skincare routine. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve been through more than your fair share of moisturizers. (Trust me when I tell you that I’ve tried it all!) Most of us ladies have no shortage of moisturizers, but how are we supposed to know what the right face cream is for the right season and time of day? The options are endless! <h1>Is There a Difference Between Day and Nighttime Moisturizers?</h1>Well, honey, the short answer is YES! There is a difference. When we get ready in the morning, our goal is both to moisturize and protect our skin. In the summertime or in warmer climates, we generally want a lightweight moisturizer (maybe even a gel for more oily skin) that contains a natural SPF to protect against damaging UV rays, pollution, and free radicals in the environment. In the cooler months, it’s typically best to use a slightly thicker moisturizer in the mornings to hold in hydration and avoid unsightly chapped, flakey skin. Day creams should be light, non-greasy, and easily absorbed as they’ll likely be the first layer under your makeup. Just don’t forget that sunscreen, the most important key to maintaining youthful skin.Nighttime is when we bring out the heavier moisturizers containing ingredients that support the renewal and regeneration of our skin while we sleep. Depending upon your skin goals, whether you’re looking for anti-aging, brightening, or hydration-boosting, your ingredient stack will vary. When we sleep, our skin is no longer having to fight against the damaging factors it faces throughout the daytime hours. Nighttime is when our entire body is programmed to detox, repair, and renew. And since our skin is our largest organ, our choice of night cream should support this natural rejuvenation process.<h1>Day Cream vs. Night Cream: Why You Need Both</h1>Now that we know the difference between moisturizers meant for daytime versus heavier creams meant for nighttime, do we really need both? Well, that depends. If you’re a one-size-fits-all skincare minimalist without serious skincare goals, then maybe there is a cream that works for you 24 hours a day. If your daytime moisturizer doesn’t contain an SPF, be sure to apply that separately each morning before going outdoors (even on cloudy, overcast days!). Ideally, however, we’re going to see the best results from using two separate moisturizers.Daytime moisturizers contain skin regenerating peptides and protective antioxidants such as vitamin C. A great day cream will replace lost moisturize after your morning shower and keep your skin glowing all day long. It also provides a great base for your mineral foundation. Keep your skin in balance by simply choosing the best day cream for you.Your night cream is your evening workhorse, the moisturizer that gets down to business deep within the layers of your skin while you get your beauty sleep. Who doesn’t want to fight wrinkles while they catch some z’s? While your skin cells are busy replacing themselves throughout the night, it’s your night cream that gives your skin a boost, holds in moisture, and combats the signs of premature aging. Don’t forget to slather that night cream over your neck and chest, too, as these areas tend to be more delicate and show signs of damage sooner. <h1>Barb’s Best Moisturizers for Day and Night</h1>If you’re looking for effective moisturizers that won’t break your budget, look no further than these two options available exclusively through Southern Magnolia Minerals: <h2><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/firm-facelift-anti-wrinkle-rejuvenation-cream/">Firm & Facelift Anti-Wrinkle Rejuvenation Cream</a></h2>Finally! Smooth, tight, younger-looking skin without hurting your wallet OR putting toxins into your body! None of us want to think about it, but skin aging is inevitable. Fortunately, there are things we can do to age gracefully and combat damage to our skin. Enter Southern Magnolia's Firm & Facelift Rejuvenation Cream, a miraculous natural alternative to all the harsh, sometimes scary, anti-aging techniques and products on the market today!Benefit Highlights:<ul> <li>Absorbs deep into the skin to restore and renew a youthful appearance</li><li>Lifts & firms sagging skin</li><li>Evens out skin texture & tone</li><li>Helps eliminate age & sun spots</li><li>See immediate results, with further results showing up on a continual basis</li><li>Reduce crepe-textured skin</li><li>Super-hydrate & moisturize dry, cracked, or damaged skin</li><li>Reduce the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles</li></ul>To Use: Simply apply once or twice a day, as needed, smoothing over clean skin. Apply to your face, neck, decolletage, hands, or whole body! <h2><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/skin-revival-night-firming-cream/">Skin Revival Night Firming Cream</a></h2>If you want tight, smooth, firm, and healthy-looking skin then Southern Magnolia's night cream is a dream come true! We formulated this moisturizer for mature skin; however, regardless of age, your skin will benefit from the infusion of antioxidants, plant extracts, and vitamins! Skin that once lacked vitality will be plump, soft, smooth, and hydrated. Use this cream regularly to improve skin tone, decrease facial sagging and neck folds, and reduce fine lines and age spots in maturing skin. Benefit Highlights:<ul> <li>Rich with powerful nutrients to repair & regenerate damaged, distressed skin</li><li>DMAE & MSM work together to decrease facial sagging and neck folds</li><li>Reveal youthful healthy radiant skin that is tight and tone</li><li>For all skin types especially sensitive, red irritated skin</li><li>Formulated without chemicals, gluten, perfume, oil, dyes</li><li>75% organic. Made in the USA. Cruelty-free. Vegan</li></ul>To Use: On cleansed skin, apply dots of cream all over face and throat and massage in with upward strokes.So there you have it, ladies. I hope this helps you understand why we believe that using both a day cream and a night cream is the best idea for your skin. If our team at Southern Magnolia Minerals can answer your questions or help you put together the right skincare routine for your unique skin concerns, we would LOVE to hear from you! Don’t hesitate to reach out and <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/contact-us/">contact us</a>, okay? As always, our <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/About-Southern-Magnolia-Beauty">promise to you</a> is to inspire you to embrace your natural imperfections and empower your own genuine, authentic beauty. Our goal is to live, laugh, and love naturally with healthy, pure makeup and skincare that truly works using safe simple ingredients...this is our real beauty!
Quick and Easy Fall Eyeshadow Tutorial

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How To Choose the Best Eyeshadow for Your Eye Color

Are you wondering how to accentuate the windows to your beautiful soul? Choosing the best eyeshadow for your eye color can quickly turn into a costly process of trial and error. A peek into the eyeshadow collection of any makeup lover will soon show us just how expensive choosing the wrong eyeshadow (over and over again) can become. I don’t know about you, but I don’t need the extra clutter or the added expense. So let’s get our eyes done right without breaking the bank, shall we?<h1>Flattering Eyeshadow Shades Just for You</h1>Here at Southern Magnolia Minerals, I’ve created gorgeous eyeshadow shades for every eye color. Now, I know how overwhelming it can be to scroll through all the beautiful colors and not know what to add to your cart. I’m here to make it real easy for ya. For each eye color, I’m going to suggest three stunning shades that I guarantee will make those eyes of yours POP! If you don’t love it, let me know, and we’ll find something that’s sure to work for you.<h2>The Best Eyeshadow Colors for Brown Eyes</h2>If you have brown eyes, well, lucky you! You really can’t go wrong when picking out an eyeshadow for brown eyes. I will suggest, though, that you choose something other than brown. Brown eyeshadow on brown eyes can cause your eyes to look muddy as you lose out on the contrast that a bold color can create. Bronze and gold shades are elegant choices for highlighting brown eyes. To add intensity for a bold evening look, try blending <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/matte-mineral-pressed-eyeshadow-eye-color-blackest-black/">black eyeshadow</a> into the crease of your eyelid. <h3>Here are the top three Southern Magnolia eyeshadow colors that I recommend for light brown eyes:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/bewitched-mineral-shimmer-eyeshadow/">Bewitched</a> - Rich gold with gorgeous green highlights.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/cinnamon-sugar-mineral-satin-eyeshadow-highlighter/">Cinnamon Sugar</a>- A light, neutral beige with a lot of reflectiveness but not too much sparkle. Makes a beautiful highlighter color to take you from day to night with ease! Compliments all skin tones.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/pearly-plum-mineral-satin-eyeshadow/">Pearly Plum</a> - Plum pretty with a satin finish.</li></ul><h3>My favorite eyeshadow picks for dark brown eyes:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/moon-light-mineral-metallic-shimmer-eyeshadow-highlighter/">Moon Light</a> - A cool metallic grey with purple undertones. Very reflective and great as a highlighting accent.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/satin-mineral-pressed-eyeshadow-eye-color-sparkle-blush/">Sparkle Blush</a> - Soft, velvety texture with rich, dense color that blends easily. Perfect for day or nighttime wear. Brown satin finish.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/silver-mineral-shimmer-eyeshadow/">Silver Stars</a> - A great silvery accent to any makeup look and won't irritate eyes--no glitter or sparkle.</li></ul><h2>Choosing the Best Eyeshadow for Green Eyes</h2>When it comes to making your green eyes stand out, the purple color family is your BFF! You can’t go wrong with all the pinks and purples. Look for shades of mauve, lilac, violet, and plum. For a soft day look, try a light shimmery brown. Change it up with a muted purple for a stunning evening look.<ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/aubergine-satin-loose-mineral-eyeshadow-color/">Aubergine</a> - A deep eggplant purple with a beautiful sheen. Gorgeous on all skin tones. Southern Magnolia shadows are never glittery.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/mystic-shimmer-loose-mineral-eyeshadow-color/">Mystic</a> - This mystical purple rubs down to a beautiful brown sheen when applied. Try it on your cheeks too! </li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/moon-light-mineral-metallic-shimmer-eyeshadow-highlighter/">Moon Light</a> - A cool metallic grey with purple undertones. Very reflective and great as a highlighting accent.</li></ul><h2>Complementary Eyeshadow Colors for Hazel Eyes</h2>Hazels--usually a blend of brown, green, and gold--pull from both warm and cool color families. Pull from the best of both worlds with golden tones to pull out the warm sparkle in your eyes, or choose light pinks and purples to accentuate green tones.<ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/bewitched-mineral-shimmer-eyeshadow/">Bewitched</a> - The rich golden tones in this eyeshadow beautifully complement the gold flecks in hazel eyes.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/mineral-pressed-pastel-eyeshadow-color-lavender-pink-matte/">Lavender Pink Matte</a>- For a soft look with a matte finish, this pastel mineral eyeshadow is the perfect choice to highlight green shades.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/satin-mineral-pressed-eyeshadow-eye-color-rose/">Rosé</a>- Live it up with “rosé all day" and notice how your hazel eyes stand out! You'll love this long-wearing shadow for days, nights, and everything in between.</li></ul><h2>Bring Out the Natural Vibrance of Blue Eyes</h2>Earthy tones ranging from coral and orange undertones to slate grays and taupe will give you the most bang for your buck when it comes to playing up blue eyes. Create a smokey eye with a contrasting palette of warm browns and deep espresso. Don’t be afraid to mix colors to create the effect you desire.<ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/matte-mineral-pressed-eyeshadow-eye-color-taupe-brown/">Taupe Brown</a>-The warm tones in this eyeshadow provide the best contrast for your cool blues, making it easy for your eyes to shine naturally .</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/satin-mineral-pressed-eyeshadow-eye-color-carnival/">Carnival</a>- This copper satin eyeshadow is the perfect backdrop for your blue eyes, making your eyes pop in all the right ways.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/pearl-beige-mineral-satin-eyeshadow/">Pearl Beige</a> - Peaceful, warm, and neutral with a hint of fun! This orange-tinted beige has a satin finish and works great for a variety of makeup looks.</li></ul><h2>Play Up Grey Eyes With All Natural Mineral Eyeshadow</h2>A rare find, gorgeous grey eyes are easily maximized with steely silvers and greys. If you want your unique grey eyes to appear even lighter, opt for darker smoky tones such as charcoal or even <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/matte-mineral-pressed-eyeshadow-eye-color-blackest-black/">black</a>. Pair this look with a <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/vitamin-e-infused-lipstick-au-naturel/">nude lip</a> to allow your eyes' natural grey tones to distinguish themselves.<ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/temptation-mineral-shimmer-eyeshadow-eye-color/">Temptation</a>- Create a sexy smoky eye look with Temptation, a dark shimmery gray eyeshadow that looks amazing with any eye color. Use by itself or blend with other colors to add complexity and depth to your smoky eye! </li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/limerick-mineral-shimmer-eyeshadow-highlighter/">Limerick</a>-A feathery, sparkly gold with a hint of green that wonderfully highlights the upper eye.</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/pearl-blue-satin-mineral-loose-eye-shadow-color/">Pearl Blue</a>- A cool and carefree pastel, this color compliments multiple eye colors and will complement your rare grey beauties beautifully.</li></ul><h1>Discover the Magnolia Minerals Difference</h1>With a neverending selection of eyeshadow palettes to choose from on the market today, I appreciate you giving Southern Magnolia Minerals a home in your makeup bag. We’re so much more than just a cosmetic company. I do my best to address my customers' needs and desires, and that’s why I’ve created a makeup line that’s organic, non-toxic, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and made in the U.S.A. We truly are one of the most eco-friendly makeup brands in existence. Oh, and did I mention that our makeup is also affordable?!? You deserve the very best, and I don’t think you should have to break the bank to get it. With Southern Magnolia Minerals, you don’t have to worry about makeup allergies or sensitive eyes. You can safely enjoy this season’s hottest gluten-free, talc-free, and paraben-free makeup colors. The ingredients I use are never tested on animals, so you can go wild with all the mineral eyeshadow colors knowing you’re being kind to the planet and our beloved furry friends.The best part of choosing a small business like Southern Magnolia over the big name brands is that the personal attention you want is just a click away. I know many of my customers by name, and I hope to get to know yours, too. If you have any questions or concerns at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out, and I’ll extend to you my very southern hospitality. Drop me a line anytime at <a href="mailto:barb@smmcosmetics.com">barb@smmcosmetics.com</a>. Thanks for stopping in, honey!
Simple Smokey Eye Video Tutorial

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Finding Beauty in Your Everyday

The following is a review from Kyler who is a blogger with MaturingMama.com <img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/b7610895-896d-4688-ac28-dd38ad4d8841.png">I am a mom of four. Not just four children, but four BOYS! My girl time is beyond limited, and even more so my “girly products” do not receive a very high priority in this house. As hard as they all try honoring me as queen of my castle, that title most often falls by the wayside in the sea of all the boy priorities around here. When it comes to makeup, that is an afterthought and a half for me. Not only do I struggle to find the time to paint on a full face every morning, the way I run around sweating and making a mess of myself, the lifespan of my beautiful face is often a short one. I know there are products out there that are superior to others on the market. Ones that may actually last even through my nonstop, active lifestyle surrounded by the wildness of so many boys. I always thought if I could find those products, maybe it would be worth taking even just 5 minutes to myself every morning to get somewhat put together and actually feel good about myself going into the day!One problem for me with the higher end, apparently higher quality products, is the price tag. I don’t even care if I could afford it. The mama in me will never allow myself to spend an atrocious amount of money on ME when I know that same money could go to groceries, bills, or something for my kids. We mamas are selfless to no end, that is why we far too often stop taking care of ourselves and stop doing even the littlest things that make us feel alive and like a valuable vibrant woman again.I have begun to realize the importance of finding beauty in myself everyday. Whatever it looks like. I know it will look different from day to day, but bottom line, I need to prioritize myself again.<a href="https://maturingmama.com/2020/09/29/finding-beauty..." target="_blank">MaturingMama.com Blog</a><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/southern-magnolia-mineral-cosmetics-4-1440x960.jpeg"><a href="https://maturingmama.com/2020/09/29/finding-beauty-in-your-everyday/"></a>Investing in proper skincare, finding makeup that not only looks good but is not harmful to my face, and just getting a few staple pieces that I can quickly use and will make a huge impact on how I feel for the whole day. This is a great starting point for me.I recently had the opportunity to try out <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/">Southern Magnolia Mineral Cosmetics</a>. Their website is filled with every makeup product you can imagine, as well as skincare, and tools. I was curious about the origins of this company and came across their story.Barbara Maynard started this small business in 2004, but it had been a dream of hers since she was a teenager growing up in Kentucky. She wasn’t allowed to wear makeup and always felt like an ugly duckling in high school.Fast forward to college she started wearing makeup but would have to stop off at a friend’s house on the way home on the weekends so she could wash her face before she saw her parents. Eventually she began experiencing awful breakouts. She knew it had to be her makeup because she had never experienced acne in high school. Trying to figure out how to clear it up, she stumbled across some information about how to make your own makeup and skincare and that little nugget of info sparked a fire in her heart.It wasn’t until a few years later that she was finally able to see her dream become reality. With 100 bucks to her name, she ordered some ingredients and a coffee grinder at WalMart. After many messes later, with determination and tenacity, her dream was born.I don’t know about you, but hearing success stories from other women who have had a vision that leads to a passion, and they pursue it with a fire lit brightly inside of their soul…that is the epitome of inspirational. Not only am I inspired by their determination and belief in themselves, it leaves me with such a strong desire to seek out these businesses and support them!Browsing through the <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/">Southern Magnolia Mineral</a> website, I wanted everything! I ended up with the Hydrating Treatment Facial Mist/Setting Spray, Well Rested Eyeshadow Eye Brightener/Concealer (can I get a Hallelujah for these dark circles under my eyes?!?), Sun Kiss Mineral Bronzer, Silk Brow Highlighter, Cream Soda Eyeshadow, Cinnamon Sugar Eye Shadow, Cranberry Lipstick, Black Eyeliner, and a Mystic Shadow Sample.<a href="https://maturingmama.com/2020/09/29/finding-beauty-in-your-everyday/"></a><a href="https://maturingmama.com/2020/09/29/finding-beauty-in-your-everyday/" target="_blank">Kyler wearing Southern Magnolia Mineral Cosmetics</a><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/southern-magnolia-mineral-cosmetics-3-1440x1479.jpg">When my package arrived, along with my products was a sweet little slip of paper that read “The sky isn’t the limit – the sky has no limit.” ~ Sarah Barker, Astrophysicist. I thought that was just the nicest touch, and said so much about the heart of this company.I could not wait to try out all of these wonderful goodies I now had my hands on. I have been using very cheap junk makeup for a good number of years because like I said, I have not been investing in myself. I started with the facial mist and then layered on each of the products.The first thing I noticed was that I actually needed to relearn how to apply good quality makeup! I am so used to having to load up the product on my brush because the coverage is generally not good. So I have to layer and layer to see the result of any product on my face. Not with this stuff! I put some of the well rested shadow as some concealer under my eye and I had to rewash my face and start over because I put on the amount I was used to and it was way too much!! I cannot believe how little amount of this product I needed to fully cover my extremely dark circles!<img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/southern-magnolia-mineral-cosmetics-6-1440x960.jpeg">With each product I tried, it was the exact same thing. Extremely good coverage with minimal amount of product. And it all felt amazing on my skin! Soft and light. Not the least bit of that clogged pore feeling you get from really heavy makeup. Within a few minutes I had used everything and I felt (and looked) like a brand new woman! The lipstick was silky smooth and provided the same solid coverage as everything else. Above all, my beautiful fresh face lasted for the entire day and then some! (I will not disclose whether I may or may not have fallen asleep and woke up looking like a million bucks with my full face of makeup that I did not wash off before bed.)I will leave you with the beautiful words of Barbara: “I am so proud of what I have created to share with you. It is personal, a testimony that I can overcome obstacles, overcome my past, and with persistence, positivity, and the gift of laughter, I can do what my lil’ ole heart desires.<a href="https://maturingmama.com/2020/09/29/finding-beauty-in-your-everyday/" target="_blank">Closeup of Well Rested Shadow that Kyler bragged about!</a><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/southern-magnolia-mineral-cosmetics-7-1440x960.jpeg">I want to inspire every woman to embrace their imperfections and be comfortable in their own real beauty. And of course, a little love and laughter goes a long way too! My business is successful because I get so much joy from a smile, it’s an instant mood booster for me and the person looking in the mirror!I don’t do this for money, I do it because it is truly my passion. I remember where I came from, and that keeps me grounded, it keeps me real. Makeup is simply a tool I can use to help others feel good, the way it made me feel good. No one should ever feel like an ugly duckling!I repeat this mantra daily: I believe in God, I believe in myself, I believe in the future!”Let’s all collectively work to find beauty in our lives and beauty in ourselves every single day!To check out their many wonderful products, head over to <a href="https://www.smmcosmetics.com/">Southern Magnolia Mineral Cosmetics</a> and use code “MMPR25” for a 25% discount site wide and free US shipping with a $25 order!

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