5 cosmetic can't live without's

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So I've decided to add some purpose to this blog by periodically putting up what I like to call useless time-wasting lists of awesome. The first of these list series is 'Can't Live Without's' (aka CLWO), where I have five things I can't live without based on a theme, i.e. cosmetics.

5 Cosmetic Can't Live Without's:

1.  Schweppes Sparkling Pink Grapefruit Lip Balm SPF 15: This is by far my favorite lip product, I use it to prime my lips before putting on anything and despite its food based name it comes in an awesome classy tin that looks nothing like a lipbalm tin. The product is not too thick and not overwhelming in smell, in fact it does not smell like anything, but just a thin coat of it gives you a healthy gloss to your lips and also is quite moisturizing. For three bucks at Sephora I should have bought all of them.
   Cost $3 at Sephora
2. Vaseline: Despite the slightly sexual connotations that I get when I see the word Vaseline, I love it so much. During the winter, when my knuckles are peeling from wind damage from biking, a heavy coat of this petroleum jelly is the best. When my heels are dry and crackly, a glob of this and a full night of socks is just what it needs. During the summer, when I just need a natural cheek highlight for a day of swimming and fun, a thin layer on your cheekbones does wonders. Because it's 100% petroleum jelly, it's non-toxic and totally safe. It protects skin and is even a great makeup remover. I think I would die if I didn't have this with me wherever I went.
   Cost $1 at Target for the 1.75 oz
3. MAC Kohl Power Eye Pencil in Feline: I've heard good and bad things about this, but for a girl who has struggled with eyeliner all her life and loved it at the same time, this is my favorite eyeliner by far. It's the blackest black, which tends to my needs since my hair is a blackest black as well and I don't like charcoal liners which makes me feel weird. The formula is smooth and it applies like a dream. Anyone worried about smudging can take it from me, dab black eyeshadow on that sucker after you apply it to your waterline and you're good to go.
   Cost $14.50 at MAC
4. China Glaze Nail Laquer in Dorothy Who?: I have a lot of makeup and I can hands down say that this is my all time favorite nail polish. For some people it's hard to choose, for me it's not a question. I don't think I would care too much if I just replaced every single bottle I owned with this beautiful blue. My heart soared when it became a permanent in the line, especially since I didn't have to scour the internet to find it. I firmly believe this color looks great on anyone and it goes great with any nail length. It's girly but quirky but classy. Ok, after this, I'm applying a coat of it onto my nails.
   Cost $6.00 at Sally's or Ulta
5. Dental Floss: I used to hate flossing when I was a kid, but I can't get enough of it now. It may be because I no longer have dental insurance, but I have been taking care of my teeth so much lately, especially since I intake so much coffee, but I can't seem to stop flossing. Brushing no longer completes me like it did. I need floss as well. I guess my dentist can thank me the next time I have enough money to go see him again.
   Cost $1.25 at local drug store