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NYX Please…

July 15, 2014

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Happy Tuesday Loves! While I am far from a beauty expert, there are times where I become slightly make up obsessed and this weekend was one of those times. First off, I am HORRIBLE when it comes to finding the perfect beauty products for me. Foundation is my arch nemesis…every time I pick a product I always second guess and pick the wrong shade or apply it in correctly, you name it I do it. Well while spending some quality time at Ulta over the weekend I discovered this baby…NYX HD Studio Foundation and may I say this…it’s AMAZING! If a girl who barely can do your makeup is telling you this product is easy to apply, gives light to full coverage depending on what you want and won’t break the bank…then trust me on this, it’s something you MUST try <3 I’m obsessed. In order to set it throughout the day since I get oily I also got the Mineral Powder from NYX so I can not look shiny…isn’t that the worst!Now I also learned (from years of applying my makeup incorrectly) that no matter what, your foundation never changes…meaning this. Stick with your natural skin tone, just because you get tan in the summer or feel you look pale doesn’t mean you start changing shades when it comes to foundation. I’ve now spoken to tons of beauty gurus…bloggers, make up artists, estheticians and more…your base never changes, if you want color use bronzer baby! My personal favorite is the Matte Bronzer from NYX above…comes in 3 different shades and gives great beach like color! Now if you’ve never tried NYX Butter Gloss…ladies your missing out on life. It’s first off so cheap (usually $4-$6) and it gives a smooth and shiny color without leaving your lips feeling dry or sticky. This is my savior…I can apply and re-apply it all day long! Figured I may as well share my go to beauty shopping accessories…my phone because 1) I don’t purchase without coupons & 2) Retail Me Not in Ulta is your best friend. There are always coupons and I usually also type a list of products I need in the notepad on my phone so I don’t forget. My cosmetic bag is from Fendi and get ready for this…I purchased it at…Costco! Yes ladies did you know Costco sells Fendi? I was beyond thrilled when I saw they carry this makeup bag and got even more thrilled when I saw the price $115 (for the large) woot woot! Who would have thought Costco could be so fashion forward 😉 I’m off to play with more makeup…I’m attempting to learn how to do my eye makeup using all my new eye shadow shades from NYX…any suggestions? I’m the worst when it comes to doing my eyes…oops!

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Summer Beauty Essentials!

June 25, 2014

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Happy Wednesday Loves! Getting summer time ready takes more than just a killer wardrobe, it takes some ‘Must Have’ beauty essentials! While everyone has their own preference, I have my go to products that I simply can’t be without. Whether it’s skin care, cosmetics, feminine care or hair care, a girl can’t be the girl she wants to be for the day without the basic necessities! Now ladies, I know mother nature can occasionally be a drag when it comes to that ‘Time Of The Month’, but U by Kotex with their New & Improved CleanWear 3D Capture Core is making that monthly experience a little bit easier. While I’m usually a tampon gal, sometimes you feel like switching things up and these pads are light, easy to use and my favorite part, they come in the cutest little wrappers…I love my ‘Pop Of Color’ even when it comes to my feminine care…I’m a bit extreme sometimes oops 😉 {Not sure if you will love it as much as me? Kotex is letting you get a sample…try it, love it, buy it…sounds like a sweet deal to me!} In addition to some feminine care, a gal always needs to take care of her lips, face, skin and hair…duh! Fat Girl Slim by Bliss has become a favorite of mine. It firms your skin and helps reduce the look of cellulite…hey any product that can do that is a miracle in my book 😉

I love Neutrogena sunscreen products because the less oily the better. I am constantly breaking out in the summer, so if I can find a product that avoids that then I’m in! I also, unfortunately can’t leave the house without a little somethin somethin on my face. I fell in love with Ulta’s BB Cream a year ago. It used to be called a ‘Tinted Moisturizer’ and then recently repackaged it and renamed it BB Cream to cater to the hot trend in the beauty world. I love how Ulta’s BB Cream adds color to my face, blends in and covers blemishes all with a simple little amount every morning…and it has built in SPF! Score 🙂 Keeping my lips moisturized is also a must…EOS has got me covered. I love their packaging, which in my opinion is one of the keys to their popularity and I like the easy, light formula and fun scents and flavors they come in. And don’t forget about the hair. When I’m jumping in the pool or heading to the beach and easy way to get a great hairstyle is to spray a little Sea Salt Spray for easy, breezy beach waves. Then keep that look fresh with a little dry shampoo…I use it to add volume, sometimes flat summer hair needs it!

Now I’m off to the beach…with my essentials by my side in my favorite Michael Kors Pink Jet Set Tote…I will never get over my color obsession 🙂

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Luv Your Body…

June 20, 2014

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Happy Friday loves! This summer time weather has us shedding our winter layers and showing some skin and what better way to have your skin beach ready with that perfect glow than with some Green Tea body scrub! Luv Body Scrub sent me these fabulous body scrubs and I got a little down & dirty (followed by clean of course)! Now it’s time to share with you guys that I’m on bit of a health kick…meaning I’m changing my diet and exercise routine in hopes of shedding the winter weight and toning up for that dip in the pool in a hot bikini. Green Tea, luckily is a healthy part of any diet and is on of the proven ingredients to aid in weight loss <3 Finally something I don’t have to give up…(I had to give up almost everything) The product is great. It smells like Green Tea and Lemon…feels amazing and leaves your skin glowing! The instructions are simple and easy…right on the back of the package, talk about ‘that was easy’ 😉 When your working your body hard at the gym, sometimes a little R&R is in order and a body scrub is just what the doctor ordered. Leaves you feeling fresh, invigorated and glowing! Now that’s a hot accessory 😉

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Feeling Fresh…

April 26, 2014

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There’s something about the perfect mix of skincare that even beauty products like foundation and bronzer can’t enhance. Like many beauty lovers will tell you…while what makeup products you use may be important, the true beauty routine begins with your skin routine. It’s taken me a while to master this concept…I’m not afraid to admit it, but I’m the queen of concealer and coverup rather than simply using the right products underneath to try and correct any issues with my skin.

However during my recent trip to Lucky Fabb West, Olay was there promoting their new line of ‘Fresh Effects‘ products…that are light, gentle and make me feel fresh and rejuvenated in just one application! 🙂 Read more

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Pucker Up!

February 14, 2014

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Nothing pulls a look together better than a great red lip! Whether your a lipstick kinda gal or you prefer a tinted gloss, a red lip can instantly transform your look and make your lips so much more kissable! Think about it, what is sexier than a woman applying lipstick or lip gloss, puckering up and having that feeling of satisfaction once she is finished…umm nothing!

As Valentines Day approaches, here is my roundup of my favorite Red lip colors coming in a variety of shades and prices…making the classic red lip and easy ‘Do’ for every gal this season! Whether it’s a girls night out or a hot date night, trust me you can never go wrong with a chic red lip!

While I’m not afraid to admit I tend to always go for a ‘nude’ or neutral gloss, every once in a while I feel inspired to spice things up with a shot of red. I’ve always been envious of the girls who had the confidence to pull of a red lip…I was constantly worried that red simply didn’t match with my skin tone or feared looking like a clown or an old lady, but the trick to a perfect red lip is easy…find what shade works best for you. It can be a 99 cent brand or a designer brand, doesn’t make a difference, not all reds look good on everyone…find what works for you!

My personal favorite is ‘Red Haute‘ from Ulta…just the name won me over and the shade suits me perfectly (the one I’m applying in the pictures 😉 )!

Check out some great shades of red below and spice up your girls night or date night! 🙂