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POPSUGAR MUST HAVE BOX | DECEMBER 2015 | LAST POP SUGAR EVER?!

December 16, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I just opened what just might be my last PopSugar Must Have Box ever! I have decided after three full years as a subscriber to take a break so that I am able to try other things (which of course I’ll also share with you). I absolutely adore PopSugar, so it’s sad but I know I’ll survive ; ) The PopSugar Must Have Box is a monthly lifestyle subscription box that has food, fashion, beauty, home decor, and exercise goodies for $39 per box.

PopSugar Must Have Box December 2015:

Luv Aj The Rose Gold Ombré Bracelet

$65

I love that this has silver, rose gold, and gold together! Mixing metals is so fun, but I’ve never done three at once before.

Stowaway Cosmetics Créme Lipstick Trio

$30

These colors are gorgeous! I can’t wait to try them!

Nima Oberoi Lunares Geo Stopper

$24

How gorgeous is this?! I love that it can be used over and over without breaking or tarnishing.

Swing Design Nova Blue Mist Jewelry Box

$36

This is pretty, I love the color, and it’s practical, but I’m not super excited about this. However, even though I’m not jumping for joy, I bet this will get a lot of use!

My Cup of Cake Classic Belgian Chocolate

$5,99

I have yet to have a really delicious mug dessert, so I am excited to try this! *Maybe* I’ll split it with Stephan, or else enjoy it when he isn’t here ; )

Meri Meri Silver Stars on White Glitter Tape

I love washi tape, so this was a fun surprise! I think this will be the perfect finishing touch for pretty Christmas presents!

Special Extra:

Tiny Prints Gift Tag Stickers + $20 Promo Card

I will use the gift tags, and it’s nice they offer the promo.

Overall I was really happy with this box!! I think that each thing is beautiful, and would make an amazing gift if you didn’t want to keep it for yourself! Have a beautiful weekend! Can you believe it’s nearly Christmas?!

Blanket Scarves & Coffee

November 30, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I started thinking about coming up with the usual big list of monthly favorites to share with you, but I realized pretty quickly that I have two standout favorites for November: my blanket scarf & going to Starbucks.

I * just * got this scarf from Target, but I am already completely in love! They have so many cute ones, some gorgeous plaids and one that is Michigan State colors that I of course adore. Check now for Cyber Monday deals. I need to teach my mom about the CartWheel App, too ; )

I am pretty sure I’m the last person I know under 40 to get this, but I FINALLY got a Starbucks account. I love coffee, and throw in the adorable Christmas goodies, pretty mugs, and rewards stars? I am in. I’ve been enjoying getting myself lattes all month and it’s a small splurge to some but it has been huge for me! That little red cup makes me so happy : ) If you don’t have a Starbucks account, I definitely suggest downloading the app! It’s so easy to add money with a card or via PayPal, and you just let the barista scan your phone to pay. You get discounts, and various promotions as you collect stars (stars=points).

What have you been loving this month? What is your go-to Starbucks order? I love comments ; )

Ipsy Glam Bag | November 2015

November 25, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Today I want to share my first impressions on my November Ipsy bag. If you subscribe to Ipsy, tell me what you got in the comments! I have canceled Ipsy because I want to try something else to review for you. I think Nature Box would be a fun subscription to try, bu I let me know what you would like to see me review!
The Bag and Theme:

It’s so 90’s to me! I would never pick this, but the kids think it’s cool! Hailey loves outerspace. The theme is “Beauty Blast” which I don’t quite get, but it’s fun!

Tucker Ashley Perfecting Moisturizer

I am excited to try this! I don’t know anything about it, but I will give it a shot. I like that it’s a generous sized sample.

Smashbox Full Exposure Mascara

I am always oh the hunt for the perfect mascara! I’ll add this to my mini mascara spot in my drawer ; )

INSPR Eye Shadow in Carnival (*pictured far left)

I loooove this pinky /brown/taupe color with gorgeous shimmer! I can’t wait to wear this! It feels very soft, too, and wasn’t crumbly when swatched.

Model Co. Highlighting Trio (*pictured second, third, and forth from the left)

These swatch beautifully, but I’m not sure how they will wear. I want to try them as both highlights and an eye shadow base.

Sigma E25 Blending Brush

I have two of this brush already, but it’s my absolute favorite blush for blending out eye shadow, so I love having another! I prefer black makeup brushes, but the pink is fine. I don’t mind the mini size, and it’ll be cute for traveling.
Overall my Ipsy subscription of 14 months is ending on a high note! I think there is a real possibility I’ll go back to Ipsy : )

Have a great day and to my American friends, Happy (early) Thanksgiving!

GIFT GUIDE FOR HER! | THE NEUTRALS |

November 16, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Thanksgiving is NEXT week! I can’t believe it! This year has gone by in a blink! My baby is almost a toddler! Ahhh! Cue the waterworks! If you haven’t started shopping, you need to! Today I wanted to share gifts for the ladies in your life, and so ladies feel free to use this list for gift giving and/or share it with your guy ; ) I thought it would be fun to pick a theme for this gift guide and I notied a quick pattern of neautrals with all the products I’m adoring. Who doesn’t love neutrals? I’m completely obsessed! Classic, and luxurious looking. Be sure to tell me what you’re giving and hoping to be getting in the comments!

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Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Champagne Glow Palette Featuring Champagne Pop X Jaclyn Hill

Too Faced Cocoa Contour Chiseled To Perfection

Kate Spade Metro Watch

Anthropologie Beaded Briar Belt

Silver Sequin Noel Decorative Pillow

Nespresso Inissa Espresso Machine

If you like gift guides like this, please let me know! And if there is a certain person you’re shopping for that has you stumped, let me know so I can try to help! I hope you have a fabulous week!! Cheers!

You NEED This Foundation!

November 2, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you all had a fun Halloween weekend!! My family dressed up as Disney’s The Incredible’s and we had a great time : )

I’m just going to jump right into it today, I have been using a new foundation for the past couple of weeks, and it has shot to the top of my list of foundation favorites!! If there are any drugstore or high-end makeup reviews you’d like to see, please let me know!

L’Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte Foundation:

This foundation came out a couple of months ago and I held off. I have had so many drugstore foundations, and this one said “Demi Matte Finish” on the bottle which frankly scares this me since I tend to get oily in my t-zone. I decided that now that it was fall, I would take the plunge and try it out. *Note: Props to my husband for picking this up for me while he was grocery shopping, he really navigates the makeup aisles well as long as I give clear direction! The verdict? I’m in-love with this stuff!

Pros:

-This DOES NOT BUDGE! I couldn’t believe it when I hadn’t had to blot or powder my nose by 1p.m the first day wearing this! That is practically unheard of for me.

-The demi matte finish is actually really beautiful, my skin looks like skin but stays matte

-This gives impressive coverage (medium, not full coverage) but feels really light on the skin

-It’s affordable! Who doesn’t love a good drugstore find

-This doesn’t oxidize on my skin

-It comes in a tube! My first choice is usually a pump, but my second choice is definitely a tube because you can get every last bit of the product out before tossing it

Cons:

-The lightest shade, Classic Ivory, works on me, but the next lightest shade was quite a big jump, so I’m not sure if the color range would work for anyone

-You do have to play around with it, I only use one coat followed up with a concealer instead of adding more foundation, and apply it with my fingers to avoid a cake-y look

Final Thoughts:

Go buy this! Seriously! I have combo skin and this works beautifully. I’m curious to hear what those with dry skin think, but for me this is a total win!

Have a wonderful start to your week! xo

POPSUGAR MUST HAVE BOX | OCTOBER 2015

October 28, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Lately I’ve been doing first impression unboxing videos on my YouTube channel, but because I have so many videos that that need to be edited right now I decided to do this months box as a blog post. The PopSugar Must Have Box is a monthly lifestyle subscription box that has food, fashion, beauty, home decor, and exercise goodies for $39 per box. that If you like seeing PopSugar this way as opposed or in addition to the videos, let me know in the comments.

POPSUGAR MUST HAVE OCTOBER 2015:

Why Not Me? by Mindy Kaling

$25

I absolutely love Mindy Kaling’s first book, Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me, and have listened it to on Audible.com more than once. I hate to admit that I already stored this in our basement, because realistically I don’t have time to read this right now, but I’m happy to have it!

Savvy Sleepers Luxury Satin Pillowcase

$36

I think changing your pillowcase often, and using a satin pillow case are two great ways to keep your skin free from breakouts, and the one I already have isn’t as nice as this one. I am very excited about this, and had just been thinking it was about time for a new one.

Easy, Tiger Brown Paper Liquor Bag Set

I wish I could say I was attending parties where I was bringing alone a nice bottle of wine, but realistically I’m not, however these are adorable and they’ll be saved with my other hostess and housewarming kitchen gear.

Belgian Boys De Stroopwafel

$1.59

This was such a fancy, fun little treat! I shared these with my husband, Stephan, with some tea over the weekend. I love that the waffle sits perfectly over a mug of coffee or tea.

The Honest Company Sea Salt + Sugar Body Scrub

$17

I used this the day that I got it and so far I’m loving it! It’s a great scrub to use before sunless tanning, too. I followed it up with my regular body wash and my skin was super soft!

Richer Poorer Hope Slipper Socks

$15

I absolutely love fuzzy socks, and can always use a new pair. I haven’t worn these yet, but they seem super cozy. It’s nice that some of the proceeds go to support women with breast cancer and that’s a great item for the October box.

Special Extras:

Danielle Stevens Monogram $40 Gift Card

I don’t count this because you have to spend more than it’s worth, but it’s still nice if that was something you were interested in. I do *LOVE* monogrammed jewelry, but I probably won’t use this.

It’s a 10 Miracle Leave-In Product Sample

This is the perfect size for traveling and I already use this product every time I wash my hair! I am very happy to have this for (get ready broken record:) Disney : )

TOTAL VALUE: $102.59 not counting the special extras …cutting that “At least $100 value” a tad close this month, but I do think it’s a fun box. I am the most excited about the pillowcase, slipper socks, and body scrub.

Do you subscribe to PopSugar? You can click here to subscribe to PopSugar or find out more. If there are any other subscriptions you are interested in seeing on my blog, please let me know so I can check them out for you! Have a great weekend!!

IPSY GLAM BAG | OCTOBER 2015

October 19, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

The middle of the month always means the same thing, IPSY TIME! I was so excited to rip open this months bag and decided to do it as a blog post instead of a video. If you’d like to see my Ipsy videos you can here on my YouTube channel. If there is a subscription service you would like for me to review or share with you, please let me know in the comments!

IPSY GLAM BAG OCTOBER 2015:

Theme:

Alter Ego

Bag:

It isn’t my favorite, but it’ll get the job done and I will use it. I do love these bags, they are handy for so many things when organizing or traveling.

Delectable Ultra Nourishing Hand Cream in Coconut Cream:

I was thrilled when I saw this because I needed a new hand cream now that it is getting to be colder and my hands are extra dry. This smells amazing and is really thick and feels pretty luxurious. I will have to see how it works though, because I’ve only used it once.

Aurora Gel Effect Nail Lacquer in Inky Dinky:

I have been wanting to try more gel formula nail polishes, and I love this deep navy color! And how cute is the name?! I believe this is full size too, which is fantastic. I think that there is also a gel top coat that you are supposed to use as a second step, which I don’t have, but I will test it out with a clear top coat.

Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion:

I love Dr. Brandt Pores No More primer, and I’ve also tried this Microdermabrasion before and enjoyed it. It’s a decent sample, and I’ll be able to get 5 or more uses out of it.

The Balm Meet Matt(e) Hughes Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick in Committed:

I LOVE The Balm!! It is the makeup that the salon used for my wedding over five years ago, and ever since I’ve been hooked. I also am loving this liquid lipstick trend, and think that this color is a really great nude for fall. I think this is a very wearable color, and has a little bit of that 90’s lip trend going on, which I am a fan of.

Emite Make Up Tweezers:

I tested these out and they seem to work really well! I love that they have a little case, and it’s a lot sturdier than the cases that other tweezers I have are packaged in, but the lid doesn’t seem to stay on : ( I think mine is maybe just broken, but it’s a tiny bummer.

Overall:

I love this month! If you are interested, you can find out more about Ipsy here! I am thinking of canceling my Ipsy bag so that I can get Nature Box to open with Stephan : ) Let me know what you think!! Have a great start to your week! Don’t forget I post every Monday and Wednesday!

DARK LIP STAIN THAT DOESN’T KISS OFF!

October 12, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a great weekend! We did some fall activities with the kids, and enjoyed beautiful sunshine all weekend long. I got to wear a new pair of boots (from Just Fab), rocked some dark lips, and enjoyed some cider! Fall perfection. Now, the dark lips I rocked I have to tell you guys about because it doesn’t transfer AT ALL! It’s amazing! I can kiss my babies, kiss my husband, drink my Starbucks, and eat a donut without getting dark lipstick everywhere or without is wearing off.

Stiff Upper Lip Moonstruck Minerals Lip Stain by Younique:

Thoughts Before Trying:

I didn’t even know the Younique made anything but the 3D Fiber Mascara that they’re famous for (P.S Stay tuned for a video on that on my YouTube channel soon! I’ve always disliked Fiber mascara) until a few months ago. Kassie, a Younique distributer, reached out to me on Facebook and asked if I had tried any of the lip products, and hooked me up with a lip stain for consideration and review. Another girl, Megan, makes great YouTube videos showing off Younique products.

Review:

This stuff is AHHH-MAZING! I swatched this on my arm and it didn’t budge, even after rubbing it vigorously, all day long! I tested this out on my lips with chapstick or with nothing on them, and it lasted a very long time with both! I exfoliated my lips the second day before I put it on, and noticed that that really helped so that as it wore it didn’t wear off in patches at all. This stays on and doesn’t transfer off! I avoid dark lipsticks, even though I love them, because I am constantly cuddling and kissing little loves, but I can kiss them with this on without them being covered in lip product.

Swatch Immediately After Being Applied:

Swatch After Drying:

Stiff Upper Lip Lip Stain in Sultry On My Lips:

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Thank you so much for reading! If you have any suggestions for great long wearing fall and winter lip colors that don’t kiss off, please let me know!! See you Wednesday!! Muah!

TOP SINGLE EYE SHADOW PICKS FOR ONE SHADOW LOOKS

October 7, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I wear makeup most days, and sometimes I only can spend a few minutes on my makeup, so I love having my favorite single eye shadows that I can swipe on my lids for a really easy look. If you have a favorite single shadow, please let me know what it is! I love comments!! ; )

1. M.A.C Paint Pot in Bare Study

This cream shadow makes a gorgeous base for eye shadows, but I also will swipe it on my lids for a super easy look. I have to always have this with me when I travel, too.

2. Maybelline Color Tattoo 24 Hour Eye Shadow in Inked in Pink

I use this alone on my lids ALL the time! I actually had this on the day before Logan was born, and it survived a drug-free labor ; ) I am planning to buy several more of these before our Disney trip so that I can wear a little makeup but only spend a few minutes doing it.

3. Elf Long-Lasting Lustrous Eyeshadow in Toast

How stunning is this color?! BAM! The texture of these eye shadows remind me of the Bouncy Blushes from Maybelline, and it’s again a very easy, very pigmented eye shadow.

4. L’Oreal Paris 24 Hour Infallible Eye Shadow in Iced Latte

The Infallible shadows are hugely popular, and for good reason! This might be my absolute favorite single shadow, and you can usually find them for buy one get one 50% off.

5. Urban Decay Single Shadow in Free Love

I just hauled this gorgeous metallic-y peach eye shadow in my Big Sephora Haul video, and I have worn it for almost a week straight! I love putting this into my crease with a fluffy brush for a look that looks like you spent a lot of time, but actually only took a minute!

If you liked this style of post, please let me know! I hope that you have a fantastic rest of your week and weekend! xx

BECCA x JACLYN HILL SHIMMERING SKIN PERFECTOR HIGHLIGHT IN CHAMPAGNE POP-WORTH THE HYPE?

September 30, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you’re having a great week! Thank you for stopping by my blog today : )

I watch more YouTube than I do T.V, and I also have two YouTube channels, so I was really excited when I heard that Jaclyn Hill (a hugely popular beauty guru on YouTube) was collabing with Becca cosmetics to make her very own highlight. The Becca highlights have been popular for awhile now, but I just wasn’t sure I could justify the price. And even though I was excited that Jaclyn was making her own shade, I’ll admit I wasn’t sure it would be worth it. I’m just going to throw out the mystery right now…this highlight is the perfect highlight! I am absolutely adoring it.

Becca x Jaclyn Hill Shimmering Skin Perfector in Champagne Pop

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I have had highlighters that I’ve loved, and I’ve had highlighters that I’ve liked, but oh my goodness this highlight! I have never had a highlight that is so, “Bam!”. It looks incredible on the skin, incredible on camera, incredible in natural lighting, and I get compliments on my makeup whenever I wear it. I also have very fair skin, and was worried that the “champagne” shade wouldn’t work on my skin, but it’s absolutely stunning. I’ve seen this swatched on so many people and it’s beautiful every time. My only word of warning would be to use a very light hand, a very very little goes a long way. I sweep this on my cheekbones but not too terribly close to my eye so that it doesn’t bring attention to any lines. Go get this before they are gone!! I really want to try another Becca highlight now, so if you have any suggestions please let me know!

Have a fun weekend with those who you love!! xx

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