5 things I’ve Been Loving Lately

just a few things I’ve been into as of late 1. The eight-minute increment OK, this is my new technique for motivating myself when I don’t want to do something — setting a timer for eight minutes, as well as then focusing on one thing for that short chunk of time. I don’t understand what it is about eight minutes, however that’s my wonderful spot. five is as well short, 10 is as well long, however eight is the perfect, snack-sized chunk of time! 2. The “Encanto” movie soundtrack “Encanto” is a new Disney movie with music by Songwriter as...

Trash Stash: September 2015

This month I seem to have finished up the core components of my face skincare products all at the same time – so odd how that happens. The sense of accomplishment in finishing up products never gets old! The Body Shop Vitamin E moisture Serum – $23 for 30ml (Body shop in store & online) This lightweight serum includes glycerin, honey, and rice bran oil. I found it a bit watery and didn’t offer a long lasting hydration – my face felt less plump compared to other serums I’ve used. I reserved this for summer months during the day time due to this reason...

Is Purposefully Peelable nail polish the next huge beauty Trend?

As I online as well as breathe! There’s now nail polish designed purposefully to be peeled off in two-to-four days. It’s by a brand called BBx Elsa. Their quick-dry Peelable nail polishes cater to those who prefer to switch up their color often. ADVERTISEMENT The polish contains 60% water as well as is deliberately designed to be peeled off like a sticker. After you paint, you wait two-to-three minutes, then you’re done. If you want, you can likewise layer on a top coat, as well as yes, the polish is supposed to still stay peelable, even with a remove coat...
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This or That: The Eyeshadow edition

The start of a good time How to play Pick one or the other for each of the questions below, and copy/paste your answers in the comments. Can’t wait to see your picks! Mine are listed below. ? This or That: The Eyeshadow Edition Cool or warm toned eyeshadow? Cream eyeshadow stick or cream eyeshadow with a doe foot? What’s worse — eyeshadow fallout or eyeshadow creasing? Eyeshadow primer — yes or no? Which pan would you rather have — a workhorse brown that stays on all day or a blazing bright purple that’s easy to blend? Loose or pressed?...

Makeup as well as beauty blog Monday Poll, Vol. 716

happy Valentine’s Day! So…what is the Monday Poll? Excellent question! It isn’t, contrary to its name, an actual poll, like with bit clicky buttons. It’s just a listing of more or less random concerns I’ve been publishing on this blog every Monday morning for the past quadrillion years (since 2007). 1. Who’s your Valentine? I have the exact same three every year: El Hub, Connor as well as Rosie-Pose. 2. chocolate or flowers? See’s Candies, please! ADVERTISEMENT 3. Red or pink lipstick? I like both, however today I’m feeling pink. 4. Clogs: indeed or no? Ya know, I utilized to...

MAC Unsung Heroes: Mineralize Skinfinish natural

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish natural in medium Tan as well as a Chanel travel0size deal with brush I’ve been using the MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Powders for years, as well as hands down, they’re one of my preferred things about the line. MAC has a looot of deal with powders, as well as I believe lots of of them are rock solid performers (see: MAC Blot as well as Careblends Pressed), however if you as well as I were at a counter at this extremely moment, as well as you asked me, “What’s your favorite, best-of-the-best, a lot of natural-looking, comfortable MAC...
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Saturday Surfing, Jan. 9, 2021

have a tasty day. Salutations on this spectacular Saturday! Hi, friend. ? OK, not-so-serious concern for you… have you found the question of integrating popcorn with a handful of Peanut M&Ms? ADVERTISEMENT Basically, IT IS A REVELATION. It’s my new preferred snack, as well as I can’t get sufficient of it. You get the salty popcorn coupled with the wonderful chocolate. (Even Connor is obsessed!) The technique — yes, there’s a technique to maximizing its greatness — is to begin with a varietal of popcorn that isn’t as well heavily flavored, as well as is only somewhat salty. That method...

A little Chanel Les 4 Ombres Tissé Vendôme Eyeshadow Quad love

Chanel Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow in Tissé Vendôme ($62) Quick shout-out to a quad I’ve been loving lately! — Chanel Les 4 Ombres Tissé Vendôme. I wear the two browns and the beige the most, and the lighter golden taupe-brown has a sheen finish. It’s wonderful for simple, stylish washes of color on the lids. ADVERTISEMENT Golden taupe-y browns forever! Also, I’m wearing the Cats & makeup Sweatshirt. You can buff the darker brown (which also has a sheen finish) into the corners for depth, but I typically like to keep it easy and wear it as a...

Review: Poshé topcoat

This publish is devoted to chicandpolished, who requested that I do a evaluation on Poshé topcoat after I raved about it in my Essie gel-setter topcoat review. It is by far my favourite fast drying topcoat that I’ve tried!  I push it onto all my buddies as well as they love it too. Before Poshé, I utilized Seche Vite however grew worn out of the amount of shrinkage I’d get with Seche Vite.  Shrinkage occurs when the quick dry topcoat is drying so quick that it triggers the nail polish layers to pull back from the edges, making it appear as though there is idea...
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5 things I’ve Been Loving Lately

1. Old Navy high-rise Bike Shorts These are high-rise bike shorts constructed out of soft jersey material. I gotten a few on a whim to wear beneath gowns in the spring as well as summer, as well as they’re fantastic! The material feels great against my skin, as well as the increase is high sufficient to keep my tum-tum feeling supported. They’re offered in a number of neutral colors; I gotten fundamental black as well as two shades of brown. ADVERTISEMENT 2. Appointed Notebooks If you’re into paper goods, I believe you’ll like these notebooks. I got one as a...