The KP Awards 2021

I recently shared all your favorite items from 2021 in this post, so I thought it would be fun to recap all the things I loved most this year. A lot of the items are my ride-or-dies that don’t change year over year, and some of them are new finds that I discovered this year. So, from beauty to hair and fashion, here are all the things I was obsessed with in 2021… I’d love to know what you discovered and loved in 2021 or if you tried out any of these!! Also, a couple months ago, I polled you guys on YOUR faves from a bunch of these categories and more… those results are in this blog post!

PS- nothing in here is sponsored.. not like that matters because I’ll always share an honest opinion… but just wanted to let you guys know :)

BEAUTY

Mascara: L’Oreal Paris Beauty Tubes

Okay I know not everyone loves this mascara, but it’s one of the only mascara’s that doesn’t smudge for me! It’s unique in that it creates these fibrous tubes around your lashes and can be easily removed with warm water. I actually just mainly use the mascara and not the primer.. and the price point is great!

Foundation: Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush (shade 4 Neutral)

Okay, it’s hard to pick a favorite foundation because there are a lot of good ones but this one was one that I tried out this year and just fell in love! The coverage is great, stays in place all day, and doesn’t feel heavy. Shade 3 neutral is my winter shade but I also like shade 4 neutral for when I have a tan.

Eyeliner: Tarte Double Take Eyeliner (shade Brown) Use code KATHLEENPOST

I played around with a few eyeliners this year but this is the one I used the most. I use the pen on my top lash line for a crips line and I use the crayon on my bottom line for a more smudged look.. I love that it has two ends and I don’t need two separate products for my lashes. I also love brown color because it’s a little less harsh. Best part, stays all day with no smudging.

Bronzer: Physicians Formula (shade Deep Bronze)

A great drugstore find that I kept going back to all year!!

Lipstick: Tarte Juicy Lip (shade Orchid) Use code KATHLEENPOST and Charlotte Tilbury (shade Runway Royalty) 

Okay, I couldn’t pick just one!! These were two of my. most worn lip products this year… along with Beach Babe by Tarte but I can’t find it anywhere online which makes me think they might be discontinuing.. hopefully not though!

Lip Liner: Charlotte Tilbury (shade Iconic Nude)

Only recently started wearing this in the fall but I love it and love the color. It goes with my lighter and darker lip colors!

Brow Gel: Benefit Brow Lamination

Really helps your brows stay put all day! Not clumpy and no white residue!

SKINCARE

Moisturizer: Tula 24/7 Day and Night Use code KATHLEENPOST

I tried out some other moisturizers this year but just kept going back to my OG!! I love that it’s not too heavy, doesn’t make my skin feel greasy, and works well under makeup!

Vitamin C Serum: ZO Vitamin C 

My esthetician turned me on to this Vitamin C serum and I’ve been loving it! A little pricier, but it’s a high quality product that is very effective and doesn’t break you out (some Vit C’s do!). I linked to amazon but you can prob find it on other sites!

Cleanser: Tula Cleanser Use code KATHLEENPOST

Did not stray from this all year! Except once when I ran out and used another cleanser for a total of 3 days and I just couldn’t…. I don’t feel like anything else gets all of my makeup off!! I also feel like it’s gentle and doesn’t strip my skin.

Self Tanner: St. Tropez x Ashley Graham and Jergens Natural Glow Mousse (shade Light)

Both are SO good! Jergens is my winter shade or if I just want a very subtle tan and the St. Tropez is much darker but great if you want to be dark FAST. I went through multiple bottles of these this year!

Lash Serum: Neulash Serum

I was finally consistent with using this serum and I feel like I actually noticed a difference!! They also have a brow serum that I love as well. The combo of this + getting my keratin lash treatments at Lash & Brow Design Co, really helped my lashes grow this year!

FASHION

Workout Sneakers: Nike Air Zoom Pegasus

I got these shoes during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale in July and absolutely fell in love with them! I’ve worn them for almost every workout ever since!

Underwear: VS No Show Thong Panty

Love a good no show undie and this one is my favorite! Super lightweight and comfy.. barely feels like it’s there!

Everyday Bra: VS Lightly Lined Demi Bra

Okay, I feel like I’m the only one that still wears VS bras… but I love this one!! A lot of you ask me (especially in the summer) what bra I’m wearing with white shirts, tank tops, tight bodysuits that doesn’t show through. This is it!! It’s super lightly lined and I feel like it looks so smooth under all my tops! If you need a racerback bra to wear with racer back tanks/dresses, this is my other favorite bra.

Sports Bra: Lululemon Flow Y Bra (size 8)

A lot of my workout top have built in bras, but whenever I reach for a sports bra, this is my favorite. But DEFINITELY size up 1-2 sizes. If you. need more support, this one is another fave. Still size up!

Jeans: Abercrombie 90’s Style (true size 26 Light Wash)

These turned into my most worn jeans this year! From summer through winter, I grabbed these the most!

HAIR

Dry Shampoo: Not Your Mother’s 

I feel like dry shampoo is so personal but this continues to be my favorite! I keep trying others and always go back to this one!

Shampoo & Conditioner: Prose (custom) & Kerastase Blond Absolu

Picking a favorite shampoo & conditioner is HARD for me! I am always switching up my shampoo & conditioner but these were my most used this year! Honorable mention for L’Oreal Everpure Purple line and John Frieda Blonde line!

Hair Oil: Kerastase Hair Oil

Going strong with this hair oil for 2 years. It’s so good and doesn’t make your hair heavy or greasy. Also has heat protectant in it!

Curling Iron: GHD 1.25” and Hot tools 1.5”

Okay, I’ll admit, I have a slight addiction to trying out different hot tools… but these were my most used curling irons this year. And I LOVE the Dyson Air Wrap but it’s sold out everywhere and stupid expensive.

Hope you guys enjoyed this roundup and can find some new faves as well! Be sure to check out KP Fam Faves if you missed it!