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    DIY: Shimmer Body Oil

    May 21, 2017 /

    When I think of summer, I picture sunshine, the beach and tan glowing skin. I always dreamed of being tanned and for a lot of years, I tried. I thought that was the only way to get that summer glow. Unfortunately, my fair complexion does not tan well. Then came the highlighter trend. I fell in love with highlighters and using them all over my body. Finally I could glow without harming my skin. I thought it couldn’t get much better than that. Then I came across the Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Shimmering Body Oil. But, at $42 for 1.5 oz, I couldn’t justify purchasing it. I knew that I…

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    Fab Fit Fun Spring 2019 & Mystery Bag Add On

    April 6, 2019 /

    My Fab Fit Fun box finally arrived, so that means it must be spring… right? I don’t know about you, but I am so ready for pools, sunshine and all around warmer weather. Anyway, I was super excited about this season’s Fab Fit Fun box! I love that it is such a great mix of both beauty and lifestyle products. If you would like to see my unboxing, you can check it out below Now, I have had this box for almost a month already. I really wanted to test out each product and give you a product review, as well as let you know if this season’s box was…

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    Storybook Cosmetics x Mean Girls Palette

    February 19, 2019 /

    “One time I saw Cady Heron wearing army pants and flip flops. So I bought army pants and flip flops.” If you don’t know this quote off the bat, then I’m sorry but you can’t sit with us. Just kidding… kinda ???? I don’t know about you, but Mean Girls was one of my favorite movies growing up. Recently, I even got my husband to watch it for the first time and he loved it! Its basically a classic at this point. When Storybook Cosmetics first released the idea for this plaette, I knew that I needed it in my collection. So here it is, the Mean Girls Burn Book…

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    Colourpop- It’s My Pleasure Palette

    February 11, 2019 /

    A full review, tutorial and eye looks using the Its My Pleasure palette, purple prose bff mascara and creme gel liners from Colourpop.

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    Is Boxycharm Worth It: A Year in Review

    January 7, 2019 /

    Boxycharm is $21 monthly makeup subscription box. In this post, I will review the last 12 months to see what I really paid and were the products actually worth it

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    Pür Cosmetics x The Grinch

    December 24, 2018 /

    One of my all time favorite Christmas movies is The Grinch. I even visited the set while at Universal Studios California. Dr. Seuss had such an imagination and his books always inspire me. When Pür Cosmetics announced they were going to collaborate with The Grinch movie, I was so excited! Then people started posting images of The Grinch Good Enough To Steal Face Palette I was shocked, the packaging was stunning! Included in this palette are 2 glitter, 2 matte, and 6 shimmer shadows as well as a blush and a highlighter. This palette is so unique, not just because of the packaging, but because of the variety of formulas included.…

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    Boxycharm: July 2018

    July 24, 2018 /

    There have been a ton of changes in my life over the last month, some good and some not so great. Either way, its been a little rough. However, one thing I can always look forward to each month is my Boxycharm. This month’s theme was summer road trip and all of the products were curated around that. This month’s box contained five products with multiple possible variations. If you are unfamiliar with Boxycharm, it is a monthly makeup subscription box. In my opinion, it is the best out there. Each month you will receive 5-6 full sized makeup and/or skin care products all for only $21. Even better? They…

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    Boxycharm: June 2018

    June 27, 2018 /

    Happy Wednesday guys! I hope you have been having a good month so far. For me, its been pretty crazy. We were traveling a lot and my in-laws have been with us for the past couple of weeks. Not to mention, I also started school and have been averaging 30 hours a week for studying ????. I have to say, it is so nice to finally be back home and getting into a more normal schedule. The most exciting part about being home again is I get to play with my new Boxycharm! And let me tell you, this months box is extra special! If you aren’t familiar with Boxycharm, it…

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    Kat Von D 10 Year Anniversary Palette

    May 4, 2018 /

    Review, swatches and eye looks using the limited edition Kat Von D 10 Year Anniversary Palette

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    Boxycharm: March 2018

    March 22, 2018 /

    Review and swatches of the March 2018 Baecation Boxycharm. Including products from Pur, Butter London, Pretty Vulgar and more.

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