THE ULTIMATE MAKEUP SHOPPING GUIDE // LIPPIE COUNTDOWN

NYX Lip Colors

Row 1: Eden // Soft Spoken // She Devil // Push Up // Paris // Seashell

Row 2: Berry Strudel // Creme Brûlée // Up the Bass // Corset // Sao Paulo // Indie Flick

Row 3: Vintage // RootBeer Float // Raspberry Tart // Embellishment // Russian Roulette // StoneFox

Row 4: Copenhagen // Shocking Pink // Exotic // Tres Leches // Sugar Cookie // Ripe Berry

The Entire Lippie Countdown- Now on Sale! 

Liquid Suede Vault- Now on Sale!

December was such a fun month- but if you followed along during my #LippieCountdown series on instagram, you know that MY December was also very colorful! I loved the challenge of wearing a new (and surprise) color every day- it stretched my creativity and forced me to try new colors I might have never reached for on my own. I hope that you'll be inspired to think outside of the box, and switch up your own makeup looks... a perfect New Years resolution! Here you'll find a list of every color worn, as well as all the other makeup I used during the challenge. I hope this post will serve as a great reference for you to come back to when you are makeup shopping. 

Other Featured Makeup in my mini tutorials during the Lippie Countdown

Foundations

• Fenty Beauty - shade 150

• Maybelline Dream Cushion - shades 10 & 20

• Wet n Wild Photo Focus - shade Soft Beige

• LA Girl Pro Coverage Foundation - shade Nude Beige

• Dermalogica Sheer Tint Moisturizer - shade Medium

Concealers

• LA Girl Pro Concealer - shade Natural

• Tarte Shape Tape - shade Light Neutral

• Maybelline Better Skin - shade Ivory 10

• Too Faced Born This Way - shade Light

Primers

• Dermalogica HydraBlur

• Becca Backlight Priming Filter

• Too Faced Hangover Rx Primer

• Too Faced Shadow Insurance

Mascara

• Benefit Roller Lash

Eye Liners

• Maybelline Curvitude

• Marc Jacobs Highliner - Shade Brown(ie)

• ELF Glitter Liner - shade Pink Opal

Lip Liner

• Kat Von D Everlasting Liner - shade Lolita

Blush

• Hard Candy Ombre Blush - shade Punch

• LA Girl Matte Blush - shade Just Playful

• Tarte Gel Cheek Stain - shade Flush

Eye Palettes

• Pixi About Eyes Time

• Karity Just Peachy

• Karity Unicorn Dreams

• Karity Nudes & Rudes

• BH Cosmetics Carli Bybel

• Morphe S12

Cream Eye Shadows

• MILK Makeup Eye Pigment - shade After Party

• Stila Magnificent Metals - shade Rose Gold Retro

• Stila Glitter & Glow Shadow - shade Next to Notte

• NYX Vivid Brights - shade Sugar Rush

Brows

• NYX Brow Cake Powder - shade Brunette

• Anastasia Brow Gel

Highlighter

• Maybelline Strobing Liquid - shade Deep Gold

• Models Own Highlight Stick - shade Moonlight

• MILK Makeup Holographic Stick -shade SuperNova

Bronzer

• Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer

Setting Spray

• Hard Candy Fast & Fabulous Spray

Self Tan

• St Tropez Bronzing Mist

Tools & Brushes

• Real Techniques Sponge

• Pixi Lash Enhancing Makeup Remover Pads

• Real Techniques Shadow Brush Duo

• Morphe Oval Blending Brush

• Morphe Crease Blender Brush

• It Cosmetics Stippling Brush (Cream/ Gel Blush)

• Real Techniques Blush Brush (Powder Blush & Bronzer)

• It Cosmetics Angled Brush (Brows)

• It Cosmetics Jumbo Face Brush (Self Tanner Application)

• It Cosmetics Pencil Brush

• Tweezerman Eye Lash Curler

BRANDS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT... BUT SHOULD!

We all know the BIG names in makeup- brands like Loreal, Clinique, and Bobbi Brown. But there is SO MUCH MORE out there, in terms of small independent brands that aren't as well known- but are simply amazing and I want you to hear about them. 

Today, I am rounding up 5 of my top hidden gems- and sharing one product that I think you should try from each line. Ready? Let's go! [video

here

]

Colour Pop

 To be fair I have mentioned Colour Pop many times on the blog in years past, so you may already know about it. But the brand has recently launched at Sephora, which means it's now going to be a household name for anybody who shops for makeup. 

• Ultra Blotted Lip, is my favorite formula in the line. It is the perfect lipstick for the woman who doesn't wear lipstick, but wants to. Confused? Well, here's the deal: It's sheer but matte, two things that don't usually go together. You can get a great pop of color that lasts longer than a gloss, but it still shows the texture of your lips through the color. Amazing for a more subtle look than your typical Liquid Lipstick. Which Colour Pop also makes, and those are great too!

Karity

 This indie line is more compact and produces in smaller batches, so the quality always remains

consistently

 high. There's no middle man here either, they only sell direct from their own site- meaning the prices are low. Can I get an 'Amen'!?

• The Shadow Palettes are stunning, with blendable pigments that POP off the eye. The Peach Palette is a dream, but the Nudes & Rudes palette cannot lead you astray.

Huda Beauty

 Huda is no stranger to the beauty world- her Youtube channel has over 2 million subscribers! But the average consumer may have never heard of her and her cosmetics line, that is now available at Sephora. Her shadows are stunning, and her Lip Strobes make any pout just a touch more

glamorous

, but my favorite are her Holographic Lip Toppers.

• The Mini Lip Strobe Collection is a great way to jump into the holographic makeup trend. You get 4 minis that can be worn alone or over the top of a lipstick. The light reflection is like 'BAM'! and I even love using them right in the center of my lips for a little extra plump.

Models Own

 is a UK drugstore staple, but the US is finally getting in on the action. It's a HUGE line with over 600 products (we don't have them all here- bummer) and they are a great budget option for makeup lovers. 

• Sculpt & Glow Highlight Palette gives you three BIG pans of color in each compact. The pink version is my favorite and gives you a blush and highlighter in a single step. I love that there are powder and cream formulas in the same compact too, so you can adjust depending on the look you want.

Soap & Glory

 is another UK transplant, and is mostly well known for their lotions and body scrubs. But their makeup line is fantastic as well, and the collection comes complete with super catchy packaging and names. Don't be offended... it's funny people!

• One Heck of a Blot Foundation is a super unique formula, that starts off as a liquid and dries down to a velvet powder finish. That powder goes to work absorbing excess oil throughout the day, helping to combat the shine and need for blotting. Love this stuff- only downside is the lack of shade variety.

Happy Shopping! xo 

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AFTERSUN SKIN AND HAIR SAVERS

Although Summer vacation might be winding down, the sun is still shining HOT in my neck of the woods. We are soaking up all we can get, and I hope you are too.

But

good sun care doesn't just end with Sunscreen

... consider what you do after the sun to be almost as important. Rehydrating and soothing skin and hair will go a long way to keeping both healthy, so today I am sharing some of my

favorite after-sun products

. [

video

]

Body

• Sunbum Cool Down Gel and Spray The Ultimate Aloe... its the best!

• Swim Spray This stuff is amazing, it neutralizes chlorine to eliminate it from skin and hair

• MoroccanOil After Sun Milk Light weight spray that hydrates and calms with the power of Argan Oil

Face

• Ulta Hydraburst Leave On Face Mask It cools and hydrates on contact and stays on the skin

• Vaseline Cocoa Butter Lip Treatment Sunburned lips need this stuff!

Hair

• Alterna After Sun 1 Minute Mask Instantly sooth tattered ends and rehydrate your hair

• SunBum 3-in-1 Leave in Spray Keep this in the pool bag and spray immediately after swimming to soften the hair and keep it healthy after chlorine and salt

Happy Sunning! xo

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MENS BEAUTY MUST HAVES FOR FATHER'S DAY

Father's Day is this Sunday- and there is no better time to

spoil your man with a few great Mens Grooming products

. In my experience I have found that men don't always think about grooming products as a necessity, but once they give them a try, they usually enjoy using them enough to want to keep using them.

Your guy deserves to look and feel his best too, so here are a few of my favs that are also approved by my guy (and others I asked for research as well!)

Video

• Columbia Toiletry Bag light weight and great for camping or travel.

• PooPouri Toilet Spray I know this is a 'unique' item to include on this list, but just trust me- this is no ordinary air freshener. In fact it's not that at all. This spray-before-you-go spritz is life changing! Ha! I gave it as a gag gift to my husband, and turns out it is worth every penny and even my kids can use it.

• Jack Black Skincare PLEASE get your man to stop using bar soap on his face, and give him some nice skincare products designed specifically for his skin. This facial cleanser is great in the shower, and the Face Moisturizer is essential year round with 20SPF. The Beard Lube is also a favorite and keeps skin razor burn free.

• Harry's Razor Collection Pretty much the best invention ever: razor blade subscription. Forget buying them at the store (who remembers anyway?) and get a custom delivery every couple months. The blades are AMAZE and under $2 a piece. Yup, $2... enough said.

• Axe Shampoo & Styling Products The 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner is perfect for a guy on the go, and the styling products smell so yummy. Pick the amount of hold you want and the amount of shine you want with the custom pomades and gels.

• Mens Fragrances: Armani Code, Azzaro Chrome, Calvin Klein Eternity Skip the musky, rich scents this season and lighten up for Summer! These 3 smell like a fresh Summer day and you and your man will love them. Notes of Mandarin, Lavender, and Basil are perfect for a casual warm-weather cologne.

Happy [Groomed and Good-Smelling] Father's Day, xo

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THE UNGLAMOROUS PRODUCTS I SWEAR BY

Not every beauty product is glamourous... and today's post is all about

the ugly but totally necessary beauty items I cannot live without

. I mean, it's been too long since I reminded you about my sweaty armpits right!?

Todays'

video

will give you a few new favorites to try, enjoy!

Megan's Favorites

• Fav Body Lotion: Vaseline Cocoa Butter Spray Moisturizer

• Fav Face Cleansing Wipes: Yes to Tomatoes Detox Charcoal Wipes

• Fav Facial Razor: Touch n' Brow Razors

• Fav Deodorant: Day- Dove Dry Spray // Night- Secret Clinical Strength Stress Response

• Fav Body Razor: Venus Snap

Brooke's Favorites

• Fav Body Lotion: Johnson's Baby Lotion

• Fav Face Wipe: Neutrogena Cleansing Towelette

• Fav Facial Razor: Touch n' Brow Razors

• Fav Deodorant: Donna Karen Cashmere Mist

• Fav Body Razor: Gilette Pro Fusion

Do you have any unglamorous products you swear by? Let me know in the comments below, xo

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INSTA BEAUTY // FAVORITE FAST WORKING PRODUCTS

We live in a world of instant gratification

- and the beauty world is no exception. We want quick results otherwise we lose interest too quickly. After all, spending your hard-earned money on a product that takes months to work, or never works at all, can be extremely frustrating!

Today I am rounding up some of my

favorite insta-beauty products

, the ones that pack a punch in a short amount of time.  Take a look at the

video

below and check the links to shop.

Products mentioned:

• Too Faced Lip Injection- inflate those small lips in a snap

• Lacome Cils Booster XL- make your mascara stretch to new heights

• Olay Depuffing Eye Roller- calm those puffy eyes in the morning

• Revlon Insta-Fix Highlighting Stick- fake a glow all year round

• DryBar Dry Conditioner- make your day 2 hair shiny and smooth again

• MaskCara Beauty Eye Shadow- enhance your eyes in a single swipe

Do you have any insta-fix products I should try? Let me know if the comments below, xo

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5 THINGS YOU SHOULD HAVE IN YOUR PURSE FOR MAKEUP ON THE GO

I'm a busy mom on the go- and that means I'm often found applying makeup in the car. I've gotten pretty skilled at it really... and I don't know if thats a skill I should be boasting about? Ha!

But today I wanted to share the

5 PRODUCTS

every woman needs on the go for that quick

5 MINUTE FRESHEN UP.

These are my tried and true favorites, and I know you'll love them to. They make a major impact with the least amount of time, and none of them require additional brushes or tools to apply. [

Video

]

• Maybelline Age Rewind Dark Circle Eraser in 'Brightening Illuminator' for an instant lift to the eyes. Apply using the sponge tip applicator, then wait about 30 seconds before blending in with your ring finger.

• Essence Make Me Brow in 'Blondy Brows' for a polished brow in seconds. Coat the brows and then smooth into place with the handy micro wand.

• Mark. All Butter Now Lip Treat in 'Pop Tart' for color and hydration all in one sweep.

• NYX Tres Jolie Gel Eye Liner in 'Brown' for a lash boost that doesn't have to be perfect. Focus on the outer corners of the eyes and smudge into the lash line for an easy enhancement.

• Tarte Cheek Stain in 'Flush' for an instant pop of color that brings life to the face. Apply to the apples of the cheeks, then blend in with your fingertips for a dewey glow-on-the-go.

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NEW SPRING BEAUTY RELEASES TO GET EXCITED ABOUT

Spring time is always super exciting in the beauty world when new releases line the shelves at the store, and I get a chance to discover new favorites. Today I have a few goodies to share with you that I know you'll love too. [

Video

]

• Say Hello To Sexy Legs- It's makeup for legs, and it's genius! Get a nice bronze glow, hide imperfections and rock that cute skirt with confidence. It washes off with soap and doesn't transfer on to clothes once dry.

• Milani Moisture Lock Oil Lip Treatment- The perfect gloss... not too sticky, smells amazing, and treats dry lips with natural oils.

• Bamboo Summer Sun Recovery Spray- Prep hair before you go swimming to protect it, then use this yummy leave-in again after shampooing to keep hair hydrated this Summer.

• Pixi Glowtion Day Dew- OMG this is my new favorite moistuizer in a long time. It's got a rich texure, a spa-like scent, and a subtle shimmer that leaves the skin glowing.

• Tangle Teezer Blow Styling Brush- A unique tool that speeds your blowdry without pulling or tugging on your hair. The special bristles wick water away and help to smooth the hair with their velvet type texture.

• Cover FX Correct Click- Color correct with ease using these pigmented sticks designed to combat ailments like dark circles, redness, or dullness. They blend beautifully and work great under your foundation.

Have you discovered anything new this Spring that I should try? Let me know in the comments below. xo 

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WEIRD BEAUTY PRODUCTS THAT ARE ACTUALLY REALLY COOL

Who is that crazy JASON-looking person in the photo, you ask!?

Don't fret... it's me! And yes, I know I look ridiculous, but if you haven't figured that out by now, you need to spend some more time on my blog!

Today I am bringing you a look at some of

the WEIRDEST beauty products

I use and love! They are unique and exciting, plus they make my routine more fun. Check out the

video below

, and let me know if you have any weird products or tools I should try in the comments below.

• Hairgurt Strawberry Banana Masque- smells like heavenly fruit, and makes hair soft and smooth. Yummo! but don't eat it ;)

• Pureology Colour Fanatic Whipped Conditioner (Coming in March to Salons) An amazing new way to condition. It's light weight and gives hair major bounce.

• Light Therapy Mask Kill bacteria in your skin, and look like a cool welder while you do it.

• Boscia Luminous Black Masque Peel away dead skin cells with this amazing masque that leaves skin glowing.

• Facial Hair Razors Get rid of peach fuzz in a quick pain free way, and satisfy your 'ew gross' cravings at the same time.

• Piper Wai Natural Deodorant Stinky pits don't stand a chance with this stuff!

Thanks for watching and reading, xo

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MY TOP 15 PRODUCTS OF 2015!

Yay- we've made it through another year! Can you believe it?

Today I am bringing you one final post and

video

 for the year... it's my

TOP 15 PRODUCTS OF 2015

. These are the creme de la creme, if you will. The products I loved, used and recommended most this year.

Take a look at the

video

below, and shop any of the products mentioned in the links following the video.

Products Mentioned:

• Voloom Iron [First Impression Post]

• Bamboo 48 Hour Volume Spray

• Batiste Hint of Tint Dry Shampoo

• Simple Micellar Water

• Philosophy Hope in a Jar Foundation

• Philosophy Ultimate Miracle Worker Eye Cream

• Benefit Roller Lash Mascara

• Physicians Formula Rose Blush

• The Balm Mary Loumanizer

• Marc Jacobs Daisy Dream Parfum [Review Post]

• Murad Time Release Acne Cleanser

• Colour Pop Ultra Matte Lip

• Mario Badescu Rose Water

• Boscia Konjac Sponge [Review Post]

• Bold Metals Oval Shadow Brush [Review Post]

Here is to a wonderful New Year, I'll see you all back here in 2016. Let me know what type of posts or videos you'd like to see this coming year in the comments below. THANK YOU for reading, xo

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HELLO? CAN YOU HEAR ME // YOUR NEW FAVORITE PRODUCTS ARE CALLING

Oo-wee today's video is full of amazing

FAVORITES

! I haven't done one of these in way too long- so today's round up is bursting at the seams with all of the things I have been loving thru Fall.

Take a look at the

video

below, and enjoy some of my crazy rantings while you're at it!

Products mentioned in video:

• Ban.do 'Rebel' Bobbi Pin

• Ban.do 'Girl Talk' Bobbi Set

• Ban.do 'Love' Bobbi Pin

• Breathing Black, by Piper Payne [GIVEAWAY for signed copy below!]

• Avon True Color Purple Eyeshadow Duo in Crushed Orchid

• Michael Kors Rose Gold Parfum

• Up & Up Luminous White Teeth Wraps

• Sephora Ultra Shine Lip Gel

• ELF Smoothing Serum

• Stowaway Creaseless Concealer

• MaskCara Duel Sided I-Shadow Brush

• Jord Zebrawood Watch

• Cricket Jeweled Eyelash Curler

• Cynthia Rowley Violet Eye Liner

• My Pillow [code: 'google' for the 2-for-1 pricing]

Have you tried any of these favorites? Let me know what I need to try next, and don't forget to enter the giveaway below! xo

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THE LATEST BEAUTY INNOVATIONS YOU NEED TO TRY

In life there are some things that are just so cool you want to shout about them from the roof top! Thank goodness there are genius minds out there creating and innovating- so that our lives are all made better.

Lately I've come across some really

unique beauty innovations

that are changing the face of the industry and stretching the limits when it comes to performance and convenience. I wanted to share with you a few of them and hopefully let you in on some cool beauty inventions that just might make your life easier, and more fun too! Check out the

video

below for the

newest in beauty technology that is worth trying

.

Products Mentioned:

• The Brush Cleaner

• Girl Powder

• Root Concealer // Root Concealer Salon Finder to guarantee authentic product

• Brow Maker

• Defense Refresh SPF 50

Let me know if you have tried any new beauty innovations that I should give a go! xo

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FAB FAVORITES UNDER $10

A couple months back  I compiled a list of some of my favorite beauty buys under $10, and you all told me with your clicks and comments that you love a good bargain as much as I do! So today, I am sharing another round of 10 amazing beauty products under 10 dollars, and this list is even better than the first.

• 1-ELF Blush Palette $6 Super pigmented with great lasting power available in dark and light tones

• 2-Vaseline Spray Moisturizer $5.99 THE BEST invention in moisturizer- quick, easy and drys super fast

• 3-The Wet Brush $8.99 Detangle in seconds without pulling

• 4-NYX Matte Lipstick $5.99 Rich bright colors that have a matte finish without being drying

• 5-Simple Micellar Wipes $6.99 // Micellar Water $6.99 Cleanse and hydrate at the same time- plus it is pure enough to use on eye makeup and with sensitive skin

• 6-Flower Brightening Concealer Click Pen $7.98 Creamy and blendable with great coverage to brighten the under eyes

• 7-Pixi Fairy Dust $10 Beautiful metallic loose eyeshadows that last all day and don't crease

• 8-Eco Tools Konjac Sponge $5.99 Exfoliate gently using this natural fiber sponge made from the Konjac root. It's great for acne and lackluster skin especially

• 9-Hask Express Blow Dry Spray $6.99 Cut your blowdry down by 40% with this spray that will help to force the water out of your hair during the drying process

• 10-Not Your Mother's Lock Luster Oil Treatment $5.99 Smooth the ends of your hair with this hydrating and repairing argon oil treatment that doesn't leave the hair looking greasy or weighed down.

CAN I GET A REFILL? // EMPTY BOTTLES AND LOTS OF TEARS

Have you ever

shed tears when a TV show you're obsessed with comes to a final conclusion

? Or

felt like you had a death in the family when your favorite restaurant closed

!? Or am I alone when it comes to these crazy irrational behaviors? Ha!

Well, along the same vein I do get a little sad every time I get to the bottom of the bottle of one of my favorite beauty products. It's always sad to say goodbye. But today I am sharing my latest

empties

so you can hopefully find a new love to try for yourself. Take a look at the

video

below, and let me know if you have any empty bottles that make you teary as well when it comes time to say goodbye.

Products Mentioned:

• Salt of the Earth Strawberry Champagne Bath Salt

• Batiste Dry Shampoo/ Hint of Tint

• Unite Luxury Hair Oil

• Carol's Daughter Monoi Split End Sealer

• Living Proof Prime Style Extender

• Up & Up Makeup Remover Wipes (compares to Pond's Clean Sweep wipes)

• Bare Minerals Blemish Remedy Foundation

• Make Up For Ever Face & Body Foundation

• NYX Brow Cake Powder

• Image Skincare Stem Cell Serum/ Spa Locator

Thanks for stopping by today!

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BEAUTY BLOGGER APPROVED // SUMMER 2015 FAVORITES

Can you believe it's already June!? This year is flying by- and that means it's time for another

seasonal FAVORITES

video, with a few of the items I am loving at the moment.

I've got a little bit of everything too:

skincare, hair stuff, makeup and even a few fashion favs

to share with you.

Take a look at the

video below,

and see what I think you should be stocking up on.

Products Mentioned:

• Simple Micellar Water

• Murad Clarifying Wipes

• Up & Up Cleansing Towelettes

• Fromm Square Brushes

• Unite 7 Seconds Condition

• Roller Lash Mascara

• Pixi Brow Palette

• Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polish

• Quay Australia Sunglasses

• 99 Problems/Lipstick Tee

Thanks so much for stopping by! Got a question about any of these products? Just ask in the comments down below, and I'll se you all very soon. xo

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10 UNDER $10 // BEAUTY MUST-HAVES ON THE CHEAP

Who doesn’t love a good bargain!? Nothing is better than finding a holy-grail product that doesn't break the bank. So today I am sharing 10 of my beauty must-haves that are all under $10. Winning!

• 1- Milani Brow Fix Kit This kit has it all in one place- it's perfect for travel too. The powders are long lasting and I love the highlight tone for a eyebrow lift in an instant.

• 2- ELF Undereye Setting Powder I keep this stuff in my purse for touchups during the day when I feel like my face needs a pick-me-up. It is iridescent without being sparkly, and its a super fine mill that blends into skin easily. The brush is worthless... just use your finger to apply.

• 3- Garnier Mega Full Thickening Lotion I love this stuff when I know I am going to wear my hair straight because I hate flat hair! It gives a 'fatness' to each strand with out feeling tacky or sticky.

• 4- Mark. Eyeshadow Quad These shadow quads are super pigmented and the color combos are really thoughtfully put together. The price is just an added bonus!

• 5- NYX Slide On Eye Liner If you love a pop of color on your eyes, or a creamy smokey eye- try these pencils for the easiest application.

• 6- Essence Eye Shadow Base This is the BEST eye shadow primer! It locks colors in place and never creases, plus I love the doe-foot applicator- it's just so easy.

• 7- Covergirl Outlast Lip Color For lip color that stays out for hours, reach for this lip color. First apply the color and wait till it dries and locks in place. Then add shine and moisture with the clear topcoat.

• 8- Biore Charcoal Bar Think of this stuff as a suction cup for your pores. The charcoal sucks oil out of your pores and leaves your skin super clean with a minty fresh finish.

• 9- Yes To Tomatoes Spot Stick When you need a quick solution to a pesky pimple, this roller stick is boss! It will dry out the zit in a day or two, but it can be drying so keep it focused only on the spots.

• 10- Loreal Blow Dry It Quick Dry Primer Spray I've talked about this stuff many times, but here it is again! Dry your hair in less time and leave it perfectly polished.

Do you have any favorites that are under $10? Let me know if the comments down below, and be sure you are following along with me on instagram- we are headed for a surprise trip to DISNEYLAND today! I'll share a few snaps from our adventure. xo

THE PRODUCTS I'VE BEEN BLABBING TO EVERYONE ABOUT... I MEAN EVERYONE!

This edition of favorites is JAM PACKED with so many good things that I have been raving about all over town and all over the interwebs! I threw in my current beauty loves from the drugstore and a couple high end favs, plus a collection of some random favs and a book that I burned threw on my cruise last month. Watch it all in the

video

below!

PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN VIDEO:

• L'Occitane Repairing Conditioner

• L'Occitane Volumizing Shampoo

• Loreal Blow Dry It Quick Dry Primer Spray

• ELF Corrective Concealer Palette

• ELF Mascara Shield

• Voloom Iron

• Breathing Black by Piper Payne

• Omni Love Tan Feather Earrings / White Feather Earrings

• Secret Stress Response Deodorant

• Milani Coral Cove Blush

PAST POSTS MENTIONED IN VIDEO:

• ELF Cosmetics review

• Voloom First Impression

Thanks for stopping by today, enjoy your day!

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THE TOP BEAUTY ARTICLES OF 2014 // WHAT YOU MAY HAVE MISSED

It's hard to believe and a little sad that 2014 is drawing to an end- and yet at the same time I am always so happy for a fresh start on a new year. I was reflecting this last week while I took a short break from the blog, over the amazing year that I have had as a blogger, and what great things happened on these pages, and in real life because of my journey with beauty.

Today I wanted to compile a few of the

Top Beauty Articles 

from this blog in 2014, and share them with you once again. You may have missed a couple, or want to re-read one or two. These are the cream of the crop [if I do say so myself] as well as the posts that had the most views or comments from readers this year. I hope you'll learn something new, and

share

an article with a girlfriend who might learn something too. (shameless plug ;)

Image above is clickable, or links available below:

• 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD NEVER DO WHEN WASHING YOUR HAIR

• BOBBY PIN HAIR ART WITH OMBRE COLORED PINS

• SURPRISING CAUSES OF ACNE AND THE EASY FIXES YOU NEED TO KNOW

• HOW NOT TO GET A BAD HAIRCUT, WHAT YOUR STYLIST WON'T TELL YOU

• 3 GREAT THINGS TO DO WITH SALT SPRAY FOR HAIR

• BROW POWDER 101: FILL IN BROWS FASTER & EASIER

• CONTOUR YOUR FACE WITH SELF TANNER FOR A SLIMMING EFFECT

• MATTE LIPS YOU'LL ALWAYS LOVE & THE BEST MATTE LIPSTICKS

• MASCARA WANDS 101: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE DIFFERENT SHAPES

• THE MAGIC MAKEUP BRUSH CLEANER YOU'VE NEVER HEARD OF

• 7 WAYS TO USE YOUR BEAUTY BLENDER SPONGE

Have you started reflecting and planning for next year? Let me know in the comments below- I'd love to hear about your goals for 2015! xo

WINTER 2014 BEAUTY FAVORITES // HIGH END (THE STUFF YOU SHOULD SAVE UP YOUR DOUGH FOR!)

If you are anything like me, you'll happily spend money on a high end beauty product IF it proves worthy of it's price tag. And once it does prove worthy, you'll be a repeat buyer and happily spread the love and tell everyone you know it! Well, this is a video that is packed with FIVE of those

high end favorite products

. I narrowed it down to a hand full for this edition, but they are all so so good. Though your budget may be tight this time of year, these are a few goodies that I think are worth the splurge if you have a beauty ailment that these products can cure. And who knows... maybe Granny will send a Christmas check in the mail just in time for a much needed makeup haul!?!

Check out the

video

and links below to see my top picks this season, and as always- thanks so much for reading, commenting and supporting this blog!

If you missed my

Drugstore Favorites

video, you can see that

here

.

Products mentioned in video:

Mark. Touch & Glow Shimmer Cubes

Alterna Bamboo Volume Trio

Bare Minerals Blemish Remedy Foundation

Make Up For Ever Face & Body Liquid

Kerastase Carre Lissant Smoothing Sheets

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DRUGSTORE FAVORITES // WINTER 2014

Happy Cyber Monday lovlies! Thanks for taking a minute out of your day to stop by and say hello- I am sure happy you did. Today I wanted to share my

current beauty favorites for the Winter 2014 season

, and you're in luck because these goodies are all

budget friendly

and can be scooped up at the drugstore. Watch the

video

down below to see what I have been loving, and saving money on. Later this week I'll share my high end favorites, so be sure to come back for that one.

And, I'm keeping my eye on all the Cyber Monday deals- so if anything good comes along I'll be sharing it over on

facebook

and

instagram

if your interested in shopping along with me.

Products mentioned in video:

Milani Gel Powder Eye Shadows

Garnier Moisture Rescue Gel

 and

Dry Skin Gel

Coastal Scents Paris Palette

NYX Pore Filler

NYX Butter Gloss

Covergirl Lash Blast Length

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