Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl: NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil

Well everyone today is the final day of the Beauty Brawl! I have enjoyed being a part of it but I am ready to take a short break from blogging so I can spend time with my family. Don't worry I have some new things to review so make sure you follow my Facebook page so you know when I publish them. For the final day of the Beauty Brawl we are talking about lip color. I chose NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in the color Cruella.


I really like the packaging. The bottom shows what the color is and it's pretty true to the color. It goes on easily and evenly. If you prefer a matte lip this will be perfect for you. The color is a scarlet red and it's really pretty I will probably be rocking it on Christmas day. It is $26 and I think the smaller one I have will last me a while so it is a pretty good value for the price. You can find it at Sephora and Nars.

I really hope you enjoyed the beauty brawl. Make sure you follow our hashtag #bxbeautybrawl. Check out Susannah's pick here. Hopefully we will be able to have another Blogger Brawl sometime soon. Make sure you watch for my next review. 

What was your favorite product we talked about during the Beauty Brawl?





Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl: Milani Cosmetics Baked Blush

I tried fighting it but I have a cold three days before Christmas. *BOO* I'm praying it doesn't get too bad so I can enjoy this time with my family. I'm also going slightly crazy trying to finish all my gifts! So today is day nine of the Beauty Brawl and it is blush day. I chose Milani Cosmetics Baked Blush.



It's a drugstore brand but the packaging looks really nice. The texture is very smooth and the glitter is VERY fine. The color I have is Luminoso. You can build up the color to get the desired look and it gives you a really pretty glow. There are a lot of gorgeous colors to choose from. 

I really like this blush. You really don't need a lot to get a pretty glow. I definitely want to try the bronzer next. This blush is $8.49. I bought mine at CVS. I know there are other places that sell it but I haven't seen any others where I live. 

Follow our hashtag #bxbeautybrawl on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. If you want to check out Susannah's choice you can read her blog


Monday, December 21, 2015

Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl: Urban Decay Perversion Mascara


Is it really day eight already? There are only two days left and FOUR days until CHRISTMAS!!!!!! We have started making all our Christmas cookies, finished our shopping, I am trying to finish the home-made gifts. If anyone has a yummy frosting recipe for sugar cookies please share! Today for the Beauty Brawl we are talking about mascara and I chose Urban Decay's Perversion Mascara.


Ever since I heard about this mascara I have wanted to try it so I was really excited that it was my Ulta birthday gift. I really like the packaging I think it is sleek and sexy (is it weird to think of mascara that way?). It smells like every other mascara out there. The application is very easy I don't even need to curl my lashes. 

This mascara does an amazing job of making my lashes longer and fuller. It definitely adds some drama to my makeup. It contains proteins and amino acids that help stimulate lash growth. I definitely recommend this product.

You can get a travel size for $10 or the full size for $22. It is available at Ulta, Sephora, and Urban Decay.

Don't forget to follow our hashtag #bxbeautybrawl on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Want to see what Susannah chose? Check out her blog!

What is your favorite mascara?

Sunday, December 20, 2015

Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl: NYX Cosmetics Micro Brow Pencil

Welcome to day seven of the beauty brawl! I am sad there are only three days left. I hope everyone has been enjoying the brawl. Today is all about brows and I chose NYX Cosmetics Micro Brow Pencil





I always wanted to try Anastasia Brow Wiz but I never could bring myself to buy it since it's $21 so when I heard NYX had a brow pencil that was a perfect dupe for it I knew I had to try it. I went to Ulta and one of the ladies working there helped me pick out the right color for me. We decided on Ash Brown and it looks very natural. 

The packaging is very nice. One side is the pencil the other side is a spoolie which works very well. You just need to make short light strokes and the product goes on smoothly. The product stays in place all day and does a very nice job of filling in my brows without looking fake. I will definitely keep purchasing this product.

There are eight colors to choose from and it is $10. You can find it at Ulta and NYX Cosmetics.

Make sure you check out A Greater Gorgeous to see what Susannah chose. Follow our hashtag #bxbeautybrawl on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Tomorrow we will be talking about mascara!

Is there a brow product you can't live without? Let me know I would love to try it. 


Saturday, December 19, 2015

Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl: Too Faced Chocolate Bar

Hey everyone! Sorry about the delay. I spent the day with my family and we went to see Star Wars: The Force Awakens. All I'm going to say is WOW. So it is day six of the beauty brawl and today is all about eye palettes. I chose the Too Faced Chocolate Bar palette. 
 




I absolutely love the packaging. It looks like a super yummy chocolate bar (smells like one too). There are two things I would like to mention. The first is it has a magnetic closer. I prefer the way the Naked palettes close. The second is the piece that has the mirror on it isn't sticking too well to the palette anymore. I have had it for a year and my mom knocked it out of my hands so I'm sure that had something to do with it. 

The colors go on so well and blend nicely. Marzipan and Creme Brulee are my favorite colors. Strawberry Bon Bon and Candied Violet are the least pigmented colors but I have gotten nice looks with them. 

I love this palette. I can go as natural or as bold as I want.

It is $49 for 16 shadows and a how to with three makeup looks and it's available at Ulta, Sephora, and Too Faced

Check out what everyone else is talking about by searching our hashtag #bxbeautybrawl on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Check out A Greater Gorgeous to see what Susannah chose. Only four days left!

Let me know which palette you would like me to review next.




Friday, December 18, 2015

Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl: Foundation


Hello ladies! I can't believe it is day five already. We are a week away from Christmas and I am still having trouble getting into the Christmas spirit. I honestly think it's because there isn't any snow on the ground yet. I'm used to blizzards and 20 below (not that I want that). Back to the brawl we are talking about foundation. I chose bareMinerals Original Foundation.







What it does

With just five pure ingredients, bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation delivers flawless coverage and the creamy minerals are clinically proven to improve the appearance of skin over time. It looks like a powder, feels like a cream, and buffs on like silk, giving skin a natural luminosity while feeling as if you are not wearing any makeup at all.

Packaging:  The packaging does its job but it's very simple. I like that you can twist it shut. It's just not my favorite. Tarte's packaging is so much nicer. 

Smell:  It has a faint smell. It's not unpleasant but I can smell it every once in a while when I am wearing it.

Texture/Finish: It has a very creamy/ powder feel.

Application: You have to tap a little bit of product into the lid then swirl the brush then tap excess product off. Then you need to apply a thin layer and repeat. Honestly it's too much work. I would much rather pour some liquid foundation on the back of my hand and use a brush. That's what's easier for me.

Effectiveness: Does this product work? Yes. If you have time to buff it into your skin it looks nice. I took it on my birthday trip because I knew it would be super hot so I wanted something light and it was very nice. It also was good at covering the very unattractive sunburn I got without irritating my skin too much.

Value For Money: You get .28 oz for $28 so the price isn't too bad compared to other brands.

Availability:You can find it at Sephora or Ulta.

Check out Susannah's blog to see her choice. Follow our hashtag #bxbeautybrawl on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. 

What foundation should I try next?


 






Thursday, December 17, 2015

Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl: Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer


Hello day four! How are you liking the brawl so far ladies? I can't believe tomorrow we will be halfway through the Blogger Brawl! Today we are talking about one of my favorite things primers! Primer helps keep makeup in its place and looking good. I chose Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer




 What it does:
 Quickly minimize the appearance of pores and fine lines and help makeup stay put with this priming phenomenon. The silky and lightweight formula can be worn under makeup to create a smoother-than-smooth canvas or used throughout the day to mattify shine and touch up problem areas. It’s so translucent, no one will know you’re wearing anything!


Packaging: I have always loved the way Benefit packages their products and the POREfessional primer doesn't disappoint! I think the packaging is adorable and you can't miss it. 

Smell: It has a VERY faint smell. I was only able to smell something once I had it right up against my nose.

Texture/Finish: They aren't kidding when they say it is silky and lightweight it feels so nice when I apply it to my skin. It looks like it is tinted but it blends right into the skin and you can't tell it's on.

Application: You just need to apply a thin layer to clean moisturized skin. Apply to the Tzone first then work your way out then wait a few seconds and you are ready for foundation! You can even apply it over your makeup for touch ups just pat it on and blend out.

Effectiveness: Getting my foundation to stay put has always been tricky for me. I was very excited when I got a sample because my NYX primer just wasn't working as well as I hoped it would. The first time I used it I was very happy with the results! My makeup on my Tzone stayed put all day. When I don't use it the makeup on my nose is completely gone in a couple of hours.

Value For Money: My sample is .10 oz. and I have maybe half of it left. You don't need to use very much just enough for a thin layer. There are three different sizes and the smallest is $10 for .25 oz. You won't regret this primer!

Availability: You can get this product at Sephora or Ulta


*This image is from the Sephora website*

Don't forget to follow our hashtag #bxbeautybrawl on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! Beth also reviewed POREfessional so be sure to hear her thoughts on this product! 

Is there a primer you think is better? Let me know!




Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl: EOS Smooth Sphere Lip Balm - Summer Fruit


Welcome to day three of the Bloggers Christmas Beauty Brawl! I am really having fun with this. Not only am I writing more and working on my blogging skills but I get to do this with an awesome group of ladies! Today we are talking about lips balms and I can't wait to see what the other ladies chose. I decided on the EOS Smooth Sphere Lip Balm in Summer Fruit.



eos lip balm in Summer Fruit is 95% organic, 100% natural, and paraben and petrolatum free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, eos keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth.


Packaging: The packaging is a tricky one for me. I do like it but it is way too bulky for me. Sometimes I can't have a purse with me or I need to downsize so this obviously doesn't fit in my pockets. Another thing I don't care for is the product in the bottom I won't be able to get easily. I prefer the tubes that twist the product up. 

Smell: It has a very nice fruity smell to it. When I use it now I feel like I am somewhere tropical. I always thought it was mango but I guess it's strawberry, blueberry, and peach. 

Texture/Finish: It has a very smooth texture.

Application: Goes on well especially if you've kept it in a warmer place.

Effectiveness: It does make my lips soft but I can't say it's my favorite. It's not as moisturizing as I would like it to be. A friend started a business called Back Kitchen Soaps and she makes soap, lotion and REALLY nice chapstick that I don't have to constantly apply throughout the day. Her products smell so good!

Value For Money: It is .25 oz. for $2.96. It's the price of a typical lip balm/chapstick but I think something like Baby Lips is better.

Availability: You can find this at Walmart, Target, Ulta

Don't forget our hashtag is #bxbeautybrawl. You can follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Let me know what your favorite lip balm is.

What's your favorite Christmas tradition? I'm having trouble getting into the Christmas spirit this year so I need ideas! 

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Bloggers Christmas Beauty Brawl: Mario Badescu Hydro Moisturizer With Vitamin C


I hope you all enjoyed day one of the Blogger Brawl! I enjoyed reading about the masks the other ladies chose and if I can find them I will definitely be trying them out! The great thing about the brawl is if you need last minute Christmas gift/stocking stuffer ideas you will have a lot of great options! 

Day two we are reviewing Moisturizers. I love moisturizer because it keeps the skin looking beautiful and soft. I chose Mario Badescu's Hydro Moisturizer With Vitamin C



It is a 

 Lightweight, antioxidant moisturizer suitable for normal, combination skin. Vitamin C formula restores clarity and health to tired, dehydrated skin. Non-greasy.

Packaging: The packaging is very simple. With Mario Badescu you are paying for the product. Some pricey brands it seems like you are only paying for the name and the fancy packaging. Not that Mario Badescu is an expensive brand, I think it's reasonably priced. 
 
Smell: It smells like every other moisturizer to me. It's nothing strong so it shouldn't bother anyone.

Texture/Finish: As much as I like my Clinique moisturizer I don't always care for how thick it is. So I really like how lightweight this one is. 
 
Application: You don't need to much I would say slightly bigger than a pea.

Effectiveness: My skin feels nicely hydrated after putting it on without feeling to greasy.

Value For Money: The full size bottle is 2 oz. and it is $18 at Ulta.I bought mine in this kit. So far I have loved everything I have tried from Mario Badescu.

Availability: You can find this product at Ulta and Mario Badescus website

I hope you enjoyed day two of the Beauty Brawl. Tomorrow I will be reviewing a primer. Check out Zoe's blog Mad About Makeup to see what her pick is. Our hashtag is #bxbeautybrawl so you can follow on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Now I am going to go listen to some Christmas music and try to finish the handmade gifts I thought would be a good idea to make two weeks before Christmas! Wish me luck!

What's your favorite moisturizer? 

Monday, December 14, 2015

Bloggers Christmas Beauty Brawl: Freeman Charcoal & Black Sugar Mud Mask


Hello ladies and welcome to day one of the Blogger Christmas Beauty Brawl! I am late getting this posted because today was such a beautiful day I couldn't just stay inside all day. Where I live it's usually below freezing with a ton of snow on the ground so it's been very hard to get in the "Christmas spirit" Honestly I can't believe Christmas is 11 days away! 

Now about the Beauty Brawl. Ten days, ten products. Four other bloggers and I have each chosen different products we want to review. Each day is a different category, I listed them below so if there is a particular day you are interested in you'll know when it is. I am really excited to share all the products I picked and I can't wait to see what the other ladies chose! 

Day 1 Mask .................................................................December 14th    
Day 2 Moisturizer ...................................................................December 15th
Day 3 Lip balm ...................................................................December 16th
Day 4 Primer ...................................................................December 17th
Day 5 Foundation ...................................................................December 18th
Day 6 Eye palette ..................................................................December 19th
Day 7 Brow product ...................................................................December 20th
Day 8 Mascara .........................................................................December 21st
Day 9 Blush ..........................................................................December 22nd
Day 10 Lip color .....................................................................December 23rd

Today we are reviewing a mask or treatment I chose the Freemen Charcoal & Black Sugar Mud Mask








This velvety, jet-black mud mask works like magic to moisturize, remineralize, and make skin sensationally soft! Skin-loving minerals collected from the Dead Sea have a natural nourishing effect that boosts smoothness and overall skin health. Activated Charcoal locks onto oils & toxins, then gently lifts them away without over-drying or disturbing skin. Black Sugar helps skin hold on to hydration, which helps smooth out roughness and fine lines. Perfect for normal to combination skin.
I love to try anything beauty related that has charcoal in it. Charcoal is amazing for soaking up the extra oil without drying out skin. I also love masks because I can just put it on, grab a book, and relax. 

Packaging: For under $5 the packaging is great. It isn't flimsy and it's very easy to push the product out.

Smell: To me this product doesn't really smell. I don't think I have ever noticed. Which is a good thing! The fruity smelling stuff is nice but sometimes I don't want to smell anything.

Texture/Finish: Just like the description says this product has a velvety/muddy texture.

Application: The application is very easy. I put warm water on my face then apply a thin layer on my skin.

Effectiveness: It is very effective considering how much it costs. I use it religiously when I have my hormonal breakouts and my skin clears up in a week. I also broke out from using a different product once and the whole Freeman brand helped.

Value For Money: This product is under $5 and worth every penny. It works very well with my skin especially when I have hormonal breakouts. If you buy them at Ulta you can even find them buy one get one!

Availability: I buy mine at Ulta, but I have seen the Freeman brand at Walmart. You can also buy samples to test the product before buying.

I hope you enjoyed day one! You can check out Zoe's blog for her pick. Our hashtag is #bxbeautybrawl so you can search it on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to see everyones posts.

Tell me what you think of Charcoal skincare or masks! I would love to know your favorites.


Thursday, October 1, 2015

Breast Cancer Awareness month 2015


As many of you know October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death among women. For 2015 it was estimated there would be 60,290 new cases. We need to raise awareness so that someday there will be a cure. Luckily there are a LOT of great ideas for fund-raising and raising awareness.

By 2050 no woman should die of breast Cancer. Glamulet is launching their October Campaign to help make that a reality. Glamulet has a special campaign to raise awareness to prevent breast cancer. For every charm bought 50% of the sales go to a charity fund. All of the charms are beautiful and a wonderful reminder to think of all the women who have been affected by breast Cancer. 


*This post is sponsored by BrandBacker and Glamulet.

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Measurable Difference + Giveaway!

Like any other makeup lover I love to learn about new brands. This brand isn't necessarily new but it's new to me and I wanted to tell all of you lovelies about it!  

About the brand
We aspire to help women of all ages and cultures feel beautiful… and uniquely special. Being interested in our customers, we've undergone major changes to bring them more than just products. We now have weekly newsletters and blog posts about beauty, tips, events, and deals, and forward moving social media engagement.
Measurable Difference is available in countries all around the world at retailers including stores like Nordstrom.com, Walgreens.com, Beauty.com, and Pharmasave in Canada, and other beauty supply stores around the world, as well as on www.lashem.com




It looks like the products are reasonably priced. The eyeshadow pallets are $7 so that's pretty normal for drugstore. You can buy them here.

GIVEAWAY!!!!!!







*A special thank you to BrandBacker and Measurable Difference for sponsoring this post. And for allowing me to share their giveaway on my blog.

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Life Update #1

I thought I would update all of you with what's going on right now in my life and why I haven't posted in a while. July 19th was my birthday and I spent it in beautiful Sanibel Island, Florida. I strongly suggest checking it out sometime! I actually won two roundtrip plane tickets so that was why I went and I took my mom with me (mommas deserve some love that day too!). The only part of the trip I didn't like was our matching sunburns! We underestimated the sun a bit so we were in pain for a while and my skin still hasn't fully recovered so lesson learned! Which is one of the reasons I haven't shared much. Peeling skin is just not cute! We were sad to go but we plan on coming again and hopefully bringing the rest of the family.
 The beach
 I was waiting for Liam Hemsworth to show up lol!
The bugs here were a nightmare but the view was amazing!

Reason number two why I haven't posted is because a couple of days after we got back we got a call that a family member had to go to the hospital immediately. We didn't know much and could only pray that things would be ok. The whole weekend was spent at the hospital being together. The surgery went well and the doctor is amazing. We will do whatever we can to help on the road to recovery because that's what family does. I'm sure it won't be easy but we have to have faith. Small improvements are already happening! When I can I will share more details but for now say a prayer for my family. 

I just wanted to update everyone. I haven't stopped blogging I just need some time. I do have some things like a new VoxBox, product, and many other things planned.

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Natural skin care

When it came to skin care when I was younger I didn't care what I put on my face as long as I thought it worked. Now at 21 I know what my skin type is, I know what types of products I need to use, and I know what works best for me. Last year I started learning about natural skin care and how awesome it is. Since then I have been trying to use more natural products and today I would like to share some of the things I have found with you. I can't guarantee that everything listed is 100% natural but it is a LOT better than some things out there.

A little bit of information on my skin. It is combination. My T-zone can get very oily so anything that can tame it is great. As I am getting older it is getting a lot better especially since I treat it better than when I was younger. Every month I get very bad hormonal acne which takes about a week to clear up. My skin can be a little sensitive so I try to use gentle products and only use things that are a bit harsh when I need to use it.

The Body Shop
 
Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask - Combination/Oily skin   $23
Here is the description on their website.
This revitalizing clay mask cleanses skin and controls excess oil
  • Draws out impurities
  • Clarifying
  • Refreshing
I first bought a sample at Ulta and really liked it. The sample lasted me at least 3 uses so I recommend trying it first before buying the full size because it is the priciest item I own. It's really great at soaking up the excess oil without being to drying. I only use this product about once a week so I still have a decent amount and I have had it for almost a year. So what are the benefits of seaweed? Seaweed is anti-inflammatory so it can help reduce the swelling from acne. It also works as a natural exfoliant  removing dead skin cells, which blocks pores.


InstaNatural *I reviewed both of these products. You can read it here.*


Pore Tightening Vitamin C Facial Toner - All skin types   $17.49
Here is the description on their website.
InstaNatural’s Vitamin C Facial Toner is a hydrator infused with anti-aging ingredients that leave your skin feeling fresh and clean with each use. Our formula harnesses the power of Vitamin C which renews the skin and neutralizes free radicals to minimize UV damage. This leaves you with stronger and more protected skin. Witch Hazel’s astringent properties reduce the oil in your skin and tighten your pores while sulfur works with other ingredients to increase your skin’s elasticity. Balance your skin’s natural pH levels with each spray of our toner designed with both men and women in mind.
  • Vitamin C in our formula provides antioxidant power to fight against environmental factors, which restores your skin’s health and youthfulness
  • Preps your pores for serums and moisturizers
  • Fights oily skin by removing excess oil and restoring natural pH levels
  • Gentle formula recommended for all skin types
I really love this toner. I stopped using my proactive toner because this is very gentle on my skin. It also smells really good!


Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Acid Serum    $16.45
Here is the description on their website.
InstaNatural’s Hyaluronic Acid Serum contains botanically derived Hyaluronic Acid along with antioxidants such as Vitamin C, Jojoba Oil and Green Tea. Hyaluronic Acid is known to help the skin retain moisture by sustaining up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it the perfect hydrator for your skin.
  • Vegan formula
  • Soothes dehydrated and flaky skin
  • Works to keep your skin youthful by increasing strength and firmness
  • Enriched with Vitamin C, Green Tea and Aloe for a boost in antioxidants
  • A perfect companion to your beauty routine to increase moisture and hydration
  • Gel-like texture glides easily into the skin and absorbs in seconds
When I get a new checking account this will be one of the products I buy. I used this product religiously when I first got it now that I am getting low I try to use it once or twice a week. When I used it everyday my skin looked absolutely amazing! My best friend noticed a difference in my skin when I used it for about a week and said my skin was glowing.



Lush
Coalface - Combination/Oily skin   $13.95 I bought mine in the store for $7 because they cut it smaller. *This is the photo from Lush's website. I have just a little sliver now so it wouldn't have been a good picture.*
Here is the description on their website.
Coal Face is ideal for those of you who loving washing your faces with a good, old-fashioned bar of soap. Except, there’s nothing antiquated about this preservative-free facial cleanser. Inspired by the complexion bar in ‘Annie Hall’, we created Coal Face for combination to oily faces. Powdered charcoal absorbs excess sebum and acts as a mild exfoliator, while rosewood and sandalwood oils reduce redness and clear up blemishes. Use Coal Face daily for clear, balanced skin.
I have had this product for almost a year and it will probably last two more months. I recommend finding a Lush store because it's a really fun experience. They will ask you if it's your first time and sit you down to basically give you a free hand massage showing how their products work. For stuff like Coalface they will cut the size you need so one petal is around $7 depending on the weight.


Lush Lip Scrubs   $9.95
We also need to take care of our lips. I got a Lush lip scrub for Christmas and love it. The main ingredients in mine are sugar, extract of cherries and dates. It tastes like Coca-Cola! I really wish I could keep buy this one but they have other great flavors like bubblegum and popcorn.



Witch Hazel - I got this product from Walmart in the medicine section. There are a couple of different brands but they are all reasonably priced. I got the Walmart brand for under $2 because it was my first time using just witch hazel.
 
Witch hazel is amazing for skin. I will use it as another cleanser to remove the makeup I missed and as my toner. Witch hazel is one of the ingredients in a lot of skin care like toner so it is completely safe for the skin. The two main reasons why I really like it are: It is very budget friendly and very gentle on the skin. When I use my proactive toner it can irritate my skin so it's really nice having  toner that won't do that to my skin.
Here are some of the benefits of using witch hazel.
  • Treating acne
  • Removing excess oil
  • Refreshing skin
  • Reducing puffy eyes
  • Pore tightening
  • Blackheads disappearing
Those are just some of the benefits of witch hazel! I didn't even include the medical benefits. If you would like to learn more about the benefits of witch hazel you can read about it here.
 


Honey
 
Benefits of using honey.
  • Anti-bacterial
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Full of antioxidants
  • Moisturizing
  • Soothing
  • Clarifying
I did a LOT of research before buying honey. This is was started my love of natural skin care so I really wanted to make sure I bought the right kind. Make sure it is 100% pure raw honey. If it needs softened put in in the microwave for a couple of seconds. I put a thin layer on my skin and focus mostly on the t-zone. Honey is anti-bacterial so it is great for acne! It even helps with burns! I used nair on my lip and put some honey on afterwards and it helped a lot with the pain. I bought a small jar at a local grocery store in the organic section. I think it will last me a while so start with something small. Some people have asked me if having honey on my face bothers me and it doesn't. Once it's on my face it doesn't feel sticky at all it just feels like a mask. It's extremely easy to remove, all you need is a washcloth and warm water. I have read it's also great for hair so I am going to look into that.
 
 
I hope you enjoyed my natural skin care post. I look forward to finding other products and sharing them with you. If you liked this post comment down below and let me know what you liked and if you plan on buying any of the products.












Saturday, June 6, 2015

Sally Hansen No More Mistakes Manicure Clean-up Pen REVIEW

I have been using the Sally Hansen clean-up pen recently so I thought I would do a little review on it. Enjoy!



First of all I love the whole clean-up marker idea. The last thing I want to be doing with nails that are drying is messing with a bottle of nail polish remover. I am oh so talented at ruining my nails so anything that can prevent me from doing further damage is awesome in my book. It is very easy to use and does a good job cleaning the skin.

However there is one con to this product and that would be the smell. Now I can usually do well with weird smells and just get used to them, but this smell is really bad. I would much rather smell normal nail polish remover. I did buy it about two years ago but I doubt that is why. Maybe I just got a bad one? Who knows. I just know when I use it I can't get to close. So proceed with caution when buying this product. It works really well but you have to deal with a very unpleasant smell.

Do you have this product? What are your thoughts on it? Comment down below I would love to know what you think about it and if you found my review helpful.


Saturday, May 9, 2015

COVERGIRL review - New products

Hey Ladies! I am so excited to review some NEW products! I will be reviewing COVERGIRLS The Super Sizer mascara and the Intensify Me! Liquid Eyeliner. This is my first makeup review and I am really excited, especially because I am obsessed with eyeliner and mascara. I probably have too much but it is used! The card I got in my VoxBox didn't say when these products would come out or how much they would cost so when I find out I will let you all know.


Super Sizer mascara 








I thought it was funny that they claim it will give you 400% more volume. We all know that won't actually happen but I hoped it would still be impressive. I like the big tube and the colors. I think the packaging is better than the COVERGIRL lashblast mascara which is hard for me to open. When I first looked at the wand I was skeptical, I wondered how in the world would that little wand give me gorgeous lashes. I have to say I was impressed. The little wand gets right next to the base of the lashes then you just twist as you go up and they get longer and fuller. I only need one coat for them to look good but in my picture down below I used two. I was so excited when I got it I just wanted to try it right away so I didn't curl my lashes but I honestly didn't need to it looked so good. I had to compare it to my favorite Calvin Klein mascara and honestly I think for a drugstore mascara it's pretty similar. Overall I was pretty happy with it and I would recommend it to everyone.






Intensify Me! Liquid Eyeliner








I have never been good at doing a cat eye, I'll have moments where I get it right but not always, so something that said it would help sounded pretty good to me. I think the packaging was decent. It's easy to hold onto when using it. I swatched it as soon as I got it. It definitely seemed easy to use. I think for drugstore the pigmentation is good. I did go over the lines twice so it could be as dark as I like it. I think it went on pretty well and the tip isn't too big. I used the thin side first then used the thicker side and think it got close enough to my lashes. I did try a cat eye and it did help I just need a bit more practice so I can make it look cleaner. When I went to take it off that night it didn't come off easily so that's really nice that it didn't budge. I don't know if I would say I love it. I think I still prefer using my Ulta gel liner. I will use it more and let you all know I just wanted to make sure I had the first impression review up in time. *UPDATE* after using it more I'm starting to like it more. My cat eye could look better but it is improving as I use it more. The only thing is I think the tip makes it a challenge to get the perfect cat eye so you really have to practice.




Once again I will find out if they are in stores yet and the cost. If you have any suggestions or ideas to help my blog improve feel free to leave a comment! I have a new post I am working on and a list of ideas. Make sure you follow me on my Facebook page.

*UPDATE* The mascara is $7.49 you can get it here
The liner isn't listed on Ulta's website but you can get it here and it's $8
Ulta is currently having a buy one get one 50% off so take advantage of this deal ladies!
updated 6/2/2015



* I received these products complimentary from Influenster to test and review. All opinions are my own.