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Beauty Gift Guide 2018 | Ulta Beauty

December 10, 2018 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you’re having a wonderful start to your week! If you’re like me and like to shop from your laptop (or phone!…) we are getting down to the wire when it comes to delivery before Christmas. Ulta has some great items this year and today I want to share a few of my favorites.

Revolution X The Emily Edit The Wants Eye Shadow Palette $20

I raved about the Revolution X The Emily Edit The Needs Palette and I have still been reaching for it a ton and traveling with it almost exclusively. The Wants Eye Shadow Palette is the perfect gift for any eyeshadow lover on your list, and although I haven’t tried it (yet!) myself, EmilyNoel83 is the beauty influencer on YouTube I trust the most.

Benefit Cosmetics Bomb Ass Brows! by Desi Perkins $59

This kit is on the pricier side, but it packs a TON of value! If you’re a fan of beauty influencer Desi Perkins or you’ve never heard of her, either way this kit comes with some of Benefit Cosmetics most popular brow products.

Includes:

Full-Size Precisely, My Brow Pencil Ultra-Fine Shape & Define Pencil (0.002 oz)
Full-Size Foolproof Brow Powder (0.07 oz)
Full-Size 24-HR Brow Setter (0.23 oz)
Full-Size High Brow Highlight & Lift Pencil (0.1 oz)
ka-BROW! Cream-Gel Brow Color Mini (0.05 oz)
Angled Brow Brush & Spoolie

Tarte Tartiest Pro Glow & Blush Palette $45

I adore my Tarte Tartiest Pro Glow Palette and often use it for contour, bronzer, highlight AND eye shadow for a quick look when I’m trying to get out the door in a hurry. I love that this version includes some gorgeous blush colors, and I’ve always had excellent luck with Tarte blushes in terms of wear-time and pigmentation.

Philosophy Snow Angel Shampoo, Shower Gel, & Bubble Bath $18

I love the Philosophy holiday scents! I am very (it’s getting obsessive, must avoid the copper like the plague! #blondeprobs) picky about what I use to wash my hair, but when it comes to shower gel or bubble bath? I tend to buy cheap stuff, which honestly is fine but at Christmastime, it’s nice to splurge on a festive item like this. The packaging is adorable, the Snow Angel scent is lovely, and the shimmery gel gets me in the holiday spirit. This is a great gift for any girl or women who you’re not sure what to buy, but what to treat to something for a little self-care.

Too Faced Gingerbread Girl Melted Matte Liquified Long-Wear Liquid Lipstick $21

The Too Faced Gingerbread Girl Melted Matte Liquified Long-Wear Lipstick is a limited edition lipstick (back for the second year in a row!) is part of the melted matte lipstick line from Too Faced. It has a yummy gingerbread scent and is formulated avocado oil and vitamin E. This is one of my favorite liquid lipstick lines, and the holiday colors are so much fun! A few years ago they released a gorgeous red that I wish would make a comeback.

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What items or gift sets are you gifting or loving from Ulta this year? Share in the comments! Happy shopping, love. xx

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December 13, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Tomorrow my middle Little Love turns FIVE! I can’t believe it! I have been busy preparing for his special day, so I still have some shopping to do, but I am starting to finish up the last of my Christmas shopping.

I have been doing a lot of gift guides lately, and that is because during the months leading up to Christmas most of my Googling and Pinterest-ing is me searching for gift ideas for myself. If you have any last requests for ideas for the holiday shopping season, be sure to comment so I can try to do that for your while we are still in the “ships in time for Christmas” timeframe. *Note: Please check shipping times, but I tried to include items that should arrive before Christmas.

Today I want to share gifts that I like to have on hand for people such as teachers or hostesses who I want to thank for their hard-work and kindness, but I maybe do not know as well or have a big budget for. Most of these gifts are beauty related (of course!), but I threw in a few other options as well.

TonyMoly I’m Real Single Use Mask Set of 11

I love these masks, and if you added a bottle of nail polish small gift card it would be the perfect pampering gift for any lady one your list!

The Body Shop Mango Soft Hands Warm Kisses Set

Philosophy Holiday Hand Cream Set

Lush The Night Before Christmas Set

Christmas Spa Gift Set

Disney Brushed Stainless Steel Waffle Iron

I think this would be such a fun gift for a family with young kids (or honestly, a Disney lover of ANY age!) who hosts a holiday party.

Wine Glass Markers

Lenox 2017 Snowflake Candle

Thymes Fragrant Frasier Fir Votive Candle

I have included this candle in my Leah Tackles Amazon Favorites Store because it is SO GOOD! A new holiday must-have for me!

The Magnolia Journal 4 Issue Subscription

If you love the show Fixer Upper and/or Joanna Gains, you will absolutely adore this magazine! I look forward to getting mine in the mail, and devour it when it arrives!

Have you finished your holiday shopping? Have you been shopping only for others, or for yourself too? Let me know : ) I hope you have a wonderful weekend! xx

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November 29, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Well, Christmas is officially less than a month away and holiday shopping is in full swing. Today I want to share a few of my favorite beauty purchases that I use on a regular basis and think are fantastic gift ideas for any lady in your life (or yourself).

PMD Personal Microderm System

I love this because it smooths and evens skin tone, reduces blemishes, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. I use this once a week and love doing this in the convenience of my own home. The PMD is one of the most important parts of my skin care routine, and think it would make a great gift.

Nume Classic Wand 25mm

This is how I curl my hair most days, and I get questions on my hair more than anything else in my videos and photos…this is my “secret” weapon! I LOVE this thing.

Beautiful Fragrance

I think a wonderful perfume is such a great gift because it is a bit of splurge that people may not want to spend the money on, but will surely love.

Bath Bomb Set

I love bath bombs, but they are not a “need” item, so I love getting them as gifts instead of spending the money on myself.

Light-Up Make-Up Mirror

I do my makeup in front of a light up makeup mirror every day and think that every woman needs good lighting for makeup. I also love the magnifying feature (well, I love/hate it!) because it makes plucking stray brow hairs so much easier.

What beauty item would you love to get as a gift? What is your favorite beauty gift to give? I would love to hear your ideas in the comments : )

Thank you, as always, for reading! Have a wonderful weekend! xx

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