Spring is here and I have enjoyed switching up my makeup routine recently. I like to move to tinted moisturizers and BB or CC creams in the spring/ summer seasons as they are lighter than the heavier foundations I use in the fall/ winter.



I've been testing the Osmosis makeup line, which is available on Amazon luxury and really like it. Their mineral makeup is gluten and paraben free.


I have particularly enjoyed using their CC cream, which blends and melts into the skin. It's great! I also love their highlighter, which I have been using on top of my cheek bones to give my skin a glowy look for spring.



Here is more information on the makeup. The italicized words are the descriptions from Osmosis and my take follows.

Osmosis cc cream in warm Osmosis Colour CC Cream helps you achieve a flawless look without caking on your makeup. UV filters help prevent sun damage while simultaneously diffusing discoloration. Its lightweight, creamy formula features natural color-correcting mineral pigments to even your complexion. This CC cream is great and so easy to use. I find it to be very moisturizing. This gives very light coverage. I have linked my color from Amazon above, but you can also check out the whole range on Osmosis' website.

translucent finishing powder Finishing Powder is a colorless mineral powder to set makeup and help ensure a flawless. Gluten and parabenFree, Talc-free and full of antioxidants for an all-natural approach to mineral makeup. This is a lovely mineral finishing powder.

eye shadow trio in spice berry A compact trio of shimmering eye shadows for easy contouring of the eyes. I chose this to compliment my green eyes and I really like the colors.

eye pencil in brown A creamy eye pencil that is quick-drying, smudge proof, and water resistant for beautiful long lasting wear. This Mechanical Eye Pencil glides on smooth with a bold color variety of colors. I like that this pencil is moisturizing and doesn't dry out.

curling mascara in black Osmosis Curling Mascara utilizes a curved Cobra head brush to deliver a natural curl to the lashes. This mascara is great. I love the curling wand! I would love to see this in burgundy, however.

bronzer in South Beach Osmosis Bronzer is perfect for contouring cheeks, nose, and eyes. Add bronzer to center of eyelid to bring out green, blue or light eye colors. Although I didn't do this in the video, I have been trying the bronzer on my eyelids and it looks great! A fun tip.



highlighting quad Four luminous hues in one convenient palette to light up your complexion. Brilliant and lustrous with vitamin E and Moringa Seed Oil for nourishing benefits. Swirl a blend of all 4 shades or choose individual colors for different areas to provide a luminous glow. This is an excellent highlighter and I like that you have the option to use one color or blend combinations. It provides a very natural hue.

TIP: Each shade of the palette may be used individually.

• BRONZE – Use as a shimmery bronzer or to add a glow to the skin

• ROSE – A pretty, pink poppy blush, use on lower lip to make it appear larger

• PEARL – Apply in the inner corner of the eyes to make them appear brighter, then blend at the top of the cupid’s bow for an enhanced, larger lip

• GOLD – Place in the center of the lid to make the eyes appear larger

blush in summer rose Osmosis Blush is a highly pigmented, all-natural Mineral Makeup offered in a wide range of colors. Gluten and paraben free. I love this pretty blush color and it lasts well on the cheeks.

lip gloss in bare moderate shine Lip Gloss with a sheer tint of color to add a splash of life to the lips for a natural look. Gluten and paraben free. This shade provides a pretty peach color.

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I have been meaning to say thank you for 18K followers on Instagram! ❤️ I don’t know how I amassed so many followers here considering I am Instagram clueless. (Should I start a new series called The Clueless Instagrammer? 🤔) Anyway, thank you! I posted my Ten-Item Wardrobe fashion show on the channel today and in typical form, Mr. Connoisseur stole the show. Here is my #ootd Rain has returned to Southern California. Dress by @apc_paris coat by @boden_clothing boots by @blondo_waterproof bag by @louisvuitton (9 years old). If you’re wondering what’s behind me it’s the @emilecordon lip glosses for an upcoming video. My back is doing much better. Thank you to everyone for your well-wishes! Love, Jennifer #dailyconnoisseur #tenitemwardrobe #MADAMECHIC #ootd #jenniferlscott #raincoat #springwardrobe

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I hope you enjoyed today's video. I would love to know how you like to wear your makeup for spring. Do you use a highlighter? Do you lighten up your foundation by using a tinted moisturizer or cc cream?


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In today's vlog, my sister and I go shopping and have dinner together. I've been running low on some basic makeup essentials so we also stop by Sephora and bare Minerals. I hope you join me for today's video.







Here is the makeup I purchased on my shopping trip. I was running very low on foundation, concealer, eyeliner, and mascara.

BarePro Performance Wear Liquid Foundation in Sandstone 16



The lady at bare Minerals suggested that I try the bare pro foundation powder on top of the liquid foundation. I really like this combination together!

bareMinerals Bare pro Performance Wear Powder Foundation, Sandstone



For times when I am only using the powder foundation, she recommended I use this brush to apply it...

bare Minerals Core Coverage Brush



bareMinerals Correcting Concealer Broad Spectrum SPF 20, Medium 2, 0.07 Oz



I will use the Mineral Veil for times when I am only using the liquid foundation....

Bareminerals Mineral Veil



I was nearly out of eyeliner, so I purchased these two shades, which I really like.

bareMinerals Lasting Line Long-Wearing Eyeliner, Endless Orchid,



Bareminerals 'Lasting Line - True Romantic' Long Wear Eyeliner - Eternal Bronze



Bareminerals Gen Nude Patent Lip Lacquer - 2Legit



Bareminerals Gen Nude Patent Lip Lacquer - Dahling



Bareminerals Gen Nude Powder Blush - Pink Me Up



At Sephora, I purchased the following:

Benefit Boi ing Airbrush Concealer - # 03 (Medium) 5g/0.17oz



Yves Saint Laurent Volume Effet Faux Cils Mascara - Burgundy



This was not purchased in my video, but if you're curious about the eyeshadow palette I used, it was the one by Kate that I purchased in Japan. I'll link it here for those interested.



I hope you enjoy today's video.

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All the best"

Thank you, Kathryn! I'm so happy you enjoyed the course!


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Regarding Monday's pantry organization video, Erin G. writes, "When you played the horror music I laughed. That was a good one! You have a great size pantry. I can relate to wanting to organize during the summer as well. With two kids and a part time job during the school year, life gets hectic and chaotic! When I organized my pantry I purchased OXO containers which gave my pantry a sleek organized look and they're extremely easy for the family to use. I purchased mine on Amazon, Bed Bath Beyond as well as Home Goods. Hey, I'm always searching for a good deal! You should try the cereal containers OXO makes. I will never use anything other than those!"

Hi Erin, I think my horror music gave a few people a good laugh, including myself! I modeled it off of the old British TV show, How Clean is Your House? :) Thank you for the OXO recommendation. I do still need to buy cereal containers.

I hope you all enjoyed today's vlog-style shop-with-me video. I'll see you tomorrow for a new episode of Natural Home with Jennifer.


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As mothers, we all have one of those days. You know what I'm talking about... when you didn't get much sleep the night before, your back hurts, and your work load seems endless. Well, this is one of those days for me! But in true Daily Connoisseur style, I'm not letting that deter me. I find having a sense of humor is vital when you are feeling out of sorts. But what about when you need to get it together to attend something important? In that case, in addition to a sense of humor, all you need is 5 to 10 minutes :)

In this week's video, I show you how I get ready with a 5-minute makeup routine and quick hairstyle in order to look presentable for my daughter's back-to-school night.

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Makeup used in this video:

CHANEL Perfection Lumiere Velvet foundation

Benefit Fake Up Under eye concealer

Benefit Boi-Ing concealer

Shiseido Shiseido Translucent Loose Powder

CHANEL crayon sourcils sculpting eyebrow pencil in brun

Urban Decay primer potion

Laura Mercier Eye Art Artists's Palette (I used the shade vanilla)

CHANEL kohl eyeliner in ambre

YSL faux cils mascara in burgundy

CHANEL Les Beiges healthy glow sheer color stick ( N°22)

Clinique Chubby Stick by Fuller Fig

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#MADAMECHIC in Poland! Thank you to reader, Amy, for sending me this photo ❤️

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Kathleen writes:

Hi Jennifer,

I would like to share about my night time routine. Growing up the only person in my family to have a night time routine was my father, and it simply consisted of setting up the automatic coffee maker so he'd have coffee to drink on his way to work. All of us would toss our clothes on the floor (my father had a valet stand) and climb into unmade beds when we got tired. I am married and have a toddler with another little one on the way now and I was so overwhelmed by life that a few months ago I started to implement a before bed routine for the first time in my life. I actually made it a check off list so that I could see when I succeeded in my calendar.

My list is as follows:
-Set the temperature and close the curtains.
-Put my child to bed.
-Make lunch for my husband.
-Empty the sink and start dishwasher.
-Take out the trash and recycle.
-Lay out tomorrow's clothes.
-Start a load of laundry.
-Brush teeth/wash face/put on pajamas.
-Drink a glass of water.

A couple of times over the last few weeks I have thought quietly to myself, "I'm not going to bother with the list tonight I'm tired." Only to say, "Well maybe I'll just do this before bed..." And next thing I know my one thing turns into the complete list!

Mornings run so much smoother when I've gotten ready for them the night before. My husband has had clean nice clothing for work since I started and hasn't had to run to Burger King for lunch. Additionally, I don't feel as if the day has conquered me before it's started.

~Kathleen

Dear Kathleen, your comment made me smile! One of the great things about running your own home is, you get to set your own routines. I do the same thing. Sometimes when I'm tired, I think I'll just do one thing... and then before you know it, it's all finished! Thank you for sharing your routine with us.

Mimianderly writes:

I have a set routine that I follow every morning in a specific order. It makes things so much easier, especially if I don't feel well or have slept poorly the night before. I can still get everything done, because I can accomplish my tasks on autopilot. A few of my "tasks" involve taking time for me while I can, like exercising, meditating, and getting dressed. I think it's important to ensure that your own needs are taken care of, too -- not only your family's.

One task that I no longer have to do is set out my clothes the night before. Since I implemented the 10 item wardrobe, I no longer stand in front of the closet wondering what to wear. I check the weather, reach in and pull out clothes that suit the conditions and what I'm doing that day, and no matter what I pick, I know that it will look good together and will be attractive.


Hi Mimianderly, yes! With the ten-item wardrobe you don't need to lay your clothes out the night before because it is so easy to choose what to wear the next morning, and you know you'll look presentable. Thank you for pointing this out!


This week I would love to know, do you ever have "one of those days"? How do you cope? Do you have any fun 'look presentable always' stories to tell us? Let me know in the comment section and your comment could be chosen as comment of the week on the blog.



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