Shanna Pegues is the chief of workforce development for the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, where she oversees employee education and training. She also is the founder/CEO of MommyGyrl Custom Creations, an online retailer specializing in custom, handmade wreaths, apparel and more (MommyGyrlCC.com). Shanna and her husband, Eric, are the proud parents of Dejà, Taia and Jazmine (fur baby). Here are the products she relies on every day for her effortless shine:
GO-TO CLEANSER FOR GREAT SKIN
I’m regularly asked what I use to achieve my clear skin. Aside from God-given genes and drinking plenty of water, my Mary Kay Timewise 3-in-1 Cleansing Bar is a daily necessity. It cleanses, exfoliates and freshens skin and can be used on all skin types, including sensitive.
MUST-HAVE MOISTURIZER
My other must-have skin care product is Equate Naturally Beaming Daily Moisturizer. It has the perfect consistency and is odorless. Bonus: It contains SPF 15 sunscreen, which further protects my skin from sun damage.
PEPPPERMINT-SCENTED SCALP SOOTHER
I often wear protective styles to maintain my natural hair’s health. Kaleidoscope x Da Brat Funk Dafied Soothing Braid and Scalp Spray keeps my scalp from flaking and itching with its natural, sulfate-free ingredients. And if you like a good scent, it has the awesome aroma of peppermint oil.
LIGHTWEIGHT LIP RELIEF
Since childhood, I’ve dealt with dry lips — especially during the cold weather months. After trying several similar products, Aquaphor Lip Repair Stick is my go-to. It glides on smoothly and is lightweight. I can even wear it with ease under lip gloss or lipstick.
SMELL LIKE A SWEET TREAT
When I was pregnant with my older daughter, smelling vanilla helped me with my hyperemesis. So, if you happen to smell cookies, cinnamon rolls, doughnuts, etc. but don’t see a bakery around, chances are you’re near me! I achieve my scent by using Bath & Body Works Milk Bar Birthday Cake Ultimate Hydration Body Cream and Bath & Body Works Milk Bar Birthday Cake Body Wash.
THE PERFECT PINK SHADE
I wear makeup no more than 25 days out of the year. However, I love a good lip gloss just to add a pop of colorful shine to my day. My current choice is MAC Lipglass in Dreamy. It’s the perfect shade of pink without a bit of stickiness.
HANDS-DOWN FAVORITE LIP LINER
To add that extra pizzazz to my lip gloss or lipstick, I always use a complementary lipliner — and my hands-down favorite is MAC Lip Pencil in Chestnut. It literally matches any shade I apply to my lips and has been my staple lipliner for years.