All posts tagged: Makeup

Protect Your Skin this Summer

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One thing I’ve always been adamant about since high school is protecting my skin! I started seeing a dermatologist pretty young and wearing sunblock  everyday was the best advice she gave me. Sunscreen simply and effectively helps block your skin from the sun’s UV radiation that will otherwise increase its risk for melanoma (skin cancer), cause pre-mature aging and other general damage like (wrinkles, sunspots, etc.). In switching my products to more natural ones, I was happy to discover COOLA, an organic suncare line. The product is sold conveninetly at Target and also on Amazon.com. I am a huge fan of ‘user reviews’ and before I purchase any product online (or even in stores), I always check reviews from real people. It’s also another reason why I started my blog to give honest feedback and of course inspiration. COOLA, had great reviews on many of their products on Amazon. I decided to try the COOLA Sun Care Sport SPF 45 for my body. This product is great because it’s protective, organic and safe for my …

Glam Face with Elate Cosmetics

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*Photo courtesy of @OrganicBunny (Check out her Instagram and Blog for frequent non-toxic beauty reviews). If you’ve been following my blog and Facebook page, you will know that I have recently been making efforts to switch out my beauty products to ones that are more natural and safe for my skin. I started cleaning out my base beauty products (face wash, lotions, toners, etc.) and am now starting to explore more makeup brands as I slowly toss my old toxic ones. I recently tried Elate Clean Cosmetics after seeing a post from @OrganicBunny. Their products are safe and healthy for your skin because they are vegan, organic, cruelty and chemical free, sustainable and affordable. I tried the Fixed Press Powder in “Tawny”, Universal Creme in “Love”, Vibrant Lipstick in “Tantric”, Moisturizing Lipgloss in “Fierce” and Essential Mascara in “black”. What I love the most about each product is how pigmented they are. My one fear in going the natural route with makeup was that I would not find the colors to replace my vibrant MAC and Chanel …

Valentine’s Day Lip Look Book on YouTube

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Hey everyone, I am venturing out into the world of beauty vlogging! For those of you that don’t know what “vlogging” is, it’s blogging in a video format. I’ve had so much fun learning to edit video and finding creative ways to shoot. Entertaining and performance have always been my passion, so I hope you will subscribe and follow my journey. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I thought what better way to kick-off the beauty section with my favorite makeup product, lipstick! Hit play on the video below for 14 different colors to rock on the most romantic day of the year. Thanks for tuning in…xoxo

Seductive Eyes with B.T.S. Mascara

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One of my favorite beauty products is of course…mascara! Who doesn’t love a mascara that adds length and volume to your natural lashes. I’ve been one to constantly try different mascaras and have a few favorites on the market. But nothing I’ve tried compares to Too Faced ‘Better Than Sex Mascara.’ I’ve tried everything from Dior, Bare Minerals, Benefit, YSL and drugstore brands. This product beats them all. This product is for those who want or like the look of dramatic, long full lashes. If you’re a lady who likes to normally wear “fake eyelashes” when you go out, I highly recommend giving B.T.S. mascara a try. The texture is very smooth and transfers easily from the brush to the lash. It can get a little bit clunky so you’ll want to have a brush to comb it out once you’re done applying. However 2-3 strokes should be enough to get the volume you want. Once it dries, it’s smudge-proof and lasts all day long. Too Faced cosmetics is a vegan friendly brand.  

Almond Oil for Dark Circles Under Eyes

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I have always struggled with dark circles under my eyes even though I get plenty of sleep! In fact, it’s the one reason I wear make up to begin with, to help even out my skin tone. I’ve tried other beauty products before to help reduce the pigmentation and always gave up. Either because it burned my eyes or I didn’t feel like it was working. Also, the eye creams tend be really expensive for such a small amount. In my quest for new and healthy beauty, lo and behold…almond oil. An all natural approach to reducing dark circles under the eyes. Almond oil also has many other benefits: anti-wrinkle, moisturizing (rich in Vitamin A, B and E all good for skin), make-up remover, can be used for hair and many other things. Most importantly, almond oil is a natural and safe approach to mending my tired eyes. I purchased the ‘Now Solutions’ sweet almond oil in the beauty section of Whole Foods. I emphasize the beauty section because almond oil used for the face …

Highlighting with LORAC TANtalizer Baked Bronzer

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Staying classy is about being effortless…which is why I love Lorac’s baked bronzer. I have been using this product since college and the reason I bought it in the first place was simply because I thought it looked pretty (confessions of a shallow make-up consumer)! I had no idea how to use a highlighter and never thought I needed a bronzer. The Tantalizer is now a staple in my make-up kit and routine. If you’re familiar with the contour craze, you know that contouring creates certain  angles of the face. It looks great on camera, but can sometimes look over done in person. That is why I prefer this quick and simple alternative. Aside from that, it takes a lot of work and make up knowledge to contour. Time we don’t always have in our “on-the-go” lifestyle. I make a serious effort to be able to get ready in 30 mins day or night. Here’s how easy highlighting is using the LORAC TANtalizer Baked Bronzer. Watch my steps in selfies. Highlight in these 3 spots for a …