I swear when anything claims to be European or French it instantly becomes more prestigious and coveted. I follow Into the Gloss, where French products are often mentioned and I thought they were overrated. Like really, how much better could they be? Now I realize I was totally and completely wrong. They are talked about … Continue reading
This product has changed my life. Ok, maybe that’s being a touch over dramatic, but this product is truly amazing. It came in my Ipsy Glam Bag. It gives me a natural glow and my make up looks fresh hours after I applied it. It kept my skin hydrated. I absolutely loved it, which is … Continue reading
I’m comparing Birchbox and Ipsy’s Glam Bag for March 2014. Check out to see who offered the better products, and stay tuned for reviews of my favorites and not so favorites! Continue reading
In my opinion there’s nothing more relaxing than a long soak in the tub. Some how it’s as if the water dissolves all your stresses away. Anyway, if I bought a bath bomb for every tub soak I wouldn’t have a penny to my name. So I came up with a little d.i.y. bath soak. … Continue reading
I’ve mentioned before that I’m not one for fancy products, and that’s especially true when it comes to my skincare routine. Almost everything can be found on one aisle at Target. Neutrogena Visibly Even Daily Moisturizer. I love this stuff. It’s actually hydrating and has sunscreen, spf 30! I’ve tried a lot of brands Eucerin, … Continue reading
Spring has sprung! Well sorta. Anyway it’s just about here and here are some of my favorite polishes as we go from the tail end of winter to the start of spring! Most of them are kind of Easter egg-esque, but that’s just fine for me! Clock-wise from the top left Zoya: Odette – I … Continue reading
It seems that these days brows are either bold or bleached. I’m not a fan of the latter, but I do love a pair of bold brows. They really define your face shape, and even make you more youthful. I finally learn to appreciate this within the last year or so. I’ve had brows … Continue reading
I’m not one for fancy shampoos and conditioners. I’m more of a drugstore brand kind of gal. So I was super excited to give Frédéric Fekkai’s glossing shampoo and conditioner a try. I have to say I was a little impressed. My hair was pretty glossy and super shiny. It also smelled amazing! However, I have … Continue reading
You may have seen my battle of the boxes posts, where I excited open the beauty boxes I subscribe to. Anyway, friends have asked, are those even worth it? Are the samples any good? The short answer is, it depends, but mostly yes! Regardless of the box you subscribe to some products are give aways, … Continue reading
Hair masks can be pricey, and often all the ingredients for an awesome hair mask are right in your kitchen. I’m extremely hard on my hair, so I’ve tried a lot of different d.i.y. recipes. Everything from yogurt to mayonnaise to eggs. I concocted this one from experimenting and figuring out what works best. It left … Continue reading
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