Witty, funny, beautiful and the best friend you always wanted. These are a few words to describe the incomparable Cristina Dohmen. Born in Hawaii, and now living in Los Angeles, Cristina is heating up the LA scene performing in films, theatre, and cabaret shows. You know when you see a girl on the street and she just has IT, that's Cristina. She is always flawlessly put together and makes it look effortless. So, when I thought about a what's in your bag post I had to ask her! She gladly accepted and has graced us with a funny heartfelt tell all look inside her bag and her on the go life.
What's in my bag?
1. Gucci Wallet. Can't afford a Gucci bag (yet), so I'll just start small :)
2.Tory Burch wristlet used as my "lady pouch" with Kotex Natural Balance tampons. For that discreet emergency trip to the ladies room, I like to carry my monthly helpers in a cute carry pouch. Kotex just came out with their "Natural Balance" line which I love.
3. Tide to go pen. This instant stain remover is a must-have for me and my clumsy nature. I can't tell you how many times I've spilled red wine on a new blouse!
4. Weleda Skin Food Creme. Weleda is my favorite skin care line. It's a company based in Germany that uses all-natural, organic, free-trade ingredients in all of their products. Skin Food is the best creme for thirsty skin. It's jam-packed with essential oils, rich but not too heavy. It's great for your hands, face, dry elbows and even on chapped lips. You can get it at Whole Foods.
5. Smashbox O-Plump. My friend Layne suggested I try Smashbox O-Gloss "intuitive lip gloss" because I always have a hard time finding the right lip color to wear. Then I learned that they also make "O-Plump" which not only enhances your natural lip color but also plumps that glossy pout. (it also tingles)
6. Vaseline Lip Therapy lip balm in "Rosey Lips". Ok- I was once told that Vaseline was the multi-purpose product I should always have with me. You can use it on your lips, eye lids and cheeks for a dewy glow, it works well on eyelashes when your mascara runs out, and as my manicurist always tells me, it's great for dry cuticles. So I was one of those girls who would carry that not-so-ladylike pale yellow jar of Vaseline in her bag and try my best to keep it out of the public eye when I needed a fix. Well, I was in London last fall and while in Boots Drug Store, I came upon Vaseline's line of dainty round jars of lip therapy balm. This pretty pink "Rosey Lips" tin I chose has rose and almond oil in it. I still use it everywhere but now I'm not ashamed to bring it out of my purse!
7. Lancome Hypnose mascara. I used to be a Dior Show girl but when I got a sample of Lancome Hypnose in a gift bag a year ago, I was hooked. It makes my short, thin lashes pop without weighing them down. It gives that lush-lash look for those who don't latisse or want to deal with the mess of false lashes. Careful not to use too many coats or you'll look like a Tammy Faye impersonator.
8. Sephora mini kabuki brush. It's the perfect travel-size companion for powder touch-ups.
9. MAC Studio Fix Compact. My friend Taylor saved me one night just after college when I was sans makeup and had to attend an event. She let me use her MAC studio fix powder makeup and the next day, I got my own. It's a great matte finish that I use alone over moisturizer or on top of foundation when I am on stage and need heavy makeup.
10. Orbiz gum. I like spicy food and garlic. I also like to talk to other humans :)
11. My blackberry. I tried so hard to resist the iPhone and always remained loyal to my trusty crackberry. But now I feel nearly abandoned as I watch my friends upload their hipsmatic prints, facetime with their lovers abroad, and ask Siri where the nearest martini bar is. Even my mom told me that my blackberry is an embarrassment. She said, "it looks like a calculator"!
12. Visine mini. Ever since I moved to LA, I have been struck with the odd seasonal allergy. My eyes get dry, and red. So I never leave home without my eyedrops to make me look refreshed.
13. Colgate Wisps. These are a great substitute for brushing after every meal. When I'm on the go and need to freshen my breath and give my teeth a quick scrub, these always come in handy.
Thank you Cristina for sharing your bag with confessions of a cosmetic fanatic!
Great tips and suggestions! It's always fun to "look" into someone's else's make up bag!
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