Dr. Brandt Laser Fx Line Review for Even More Beautiful Skin

September 19, 2014 By StephanieLouise 47Leave a Comment2014-09-19+20%3A24%3A00StephanieLouise

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Dr. Brandt Laser Fx Line Review for Even More Beautiful Skin

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Am I the only one constantly trying to find the perfect skincare routine? It seems like once I have something down I have some kind of hormonal, emotional, or just plain ironic dilemma that screws up everything. Right now I’m really dealing with some uneven skintone & dry patches that have seemingly come out of nowhere. With the colder months right around the corner I know I need to get this in gear NOW or else things can only get worse! Keep reading to see how Dr. Brandt skincare is changing my skin for the better & how to save some cash! [Read more…]

Tarte Rainforest After Dark Disk Palette + Envy Gloss Swatches, Review, & Demo

September 17, 2014 By StephanieLouise 48Leave a Comment2014-09-17+17%3A48%3A00StephanieLouise

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Fall- is it here yet? With all these beautiful fall releases I feel like it must be riiiight over there waiting in the wings. The Tarte Limited Edition Rainforest After Dark Disk Palette definitely has me feeling the fall-ish spirit as I finally get to transition to my gorgeous plummy/taupe looks. I also paired this look with the Tarte Limited Edition Lip Surgence Lip Gloss in Envy which is- well it is amazing to cut myself short. Keep reading to check these beauties out! [Read more…]

Tarte Limited Edition Amazonian Clay Dual Liner in Black/Bronze Swatches & Review

September 16, 2014 By StephanieLouise 50Leave a Comment2014-09-16+21%3A18%3A00StephanieLouise

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If you’re a big fan of cream liner than this Tarte Limited Edition Amazonian Clay Dual Liner in Black/Bronze is going to blow your mind. Two absolutely beautiful, waterproof cream shades in one pot? Yes please. If you’re ready to see my new favorite eyeliner- just keep reading! [Read more…]

My Simply Glam Overnight Bag for Fall with Some New Favorites!

September 10, 2014 By StephanieLouise 51Leave a Comment2014-09-10+23%3A46%3A00StephanieLouise

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Lately I’ve been dreaming of cooler weather, pumpkin everything, & maybe getting away for a few days. Since it has finally cooled down (seriously today is the first day!) I thought I’d break down some of my favorite fall fashion, beauty, & travel items that I’d pack in my overnight bag in the coming months. I also get to offer some U by Kotex samples from the Save the Undies campaign! Check it out! [Read more…]

Milani Bella Eyes Full Eyeshadow Line Swatches & Review

September 9, 2014 By StephanieLouise 522 Comments2014-09-09+18%3A38%3A00StephanieLouise

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When Milani brings out new products- you better pay attention. Milani has dropped 30 new shades in their brand new Bella Eyes Gel Powder Eyeshadow line of singles. Each shade can be used wet or dry & is labeled on the bottom by finish for easy differentiating.These swatch & blend beautifully. With a wide variety of different shades you’re bound to find multiple shades to add to your list- check all of them out below!
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L’Occitane Frisson de Verveine Ice Gel & Hand Cream Gel Review- Summer Favs!

September 3, 2014 By StephanieLouise 53Leave a Comment2014-09-03+13%3A44%3A00StephanieLouise

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Growing up in southern California I thought our summer season was hot- I had no idea what hot was! After spending years in Arizona & Nevada I now know what the dry heat way past 110 feels like- & now we’re in Nebraska. The humidity here is disgusting- like walking through soup. Just walking to the car my dainty self is already to call it a day! So how do you make summer a bit more bearable? With new beauty products of course! Keep reading to check out why the L’Occitane Frisson de Verveine Ice Gel & Hand Cream Gel are summer must-haves! [Read more…]

Lip Monthly Bag for August 2014 featuring City Color, Pixi, & More!

August 26, 2014 By StephanieLouise 54Leave a Comment2014-08-26+15%3A11%3A00StephanieLouise

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So this month’s Lip Monthly left me a bit confused because I didn’t have one last month- but apparently City Color was a big hit? I’m definitely glad they included the card (which you can see below) because I was pretty darn confused upon first opening! I was also surprised to see my items in a bag- it fit everything inside unlike some past boxes so I think that’s great! Keep reading to see what was inside & my thoughts!

So here’s my card for this month which definitely helped me fill in some of my blanks! You can see prices & official names here as well. Normally I have a video as well but my camera has been out of commission & HOPEFULLY it will be okay to pick up tomorrow!

Inside my Lip Monthly Bag for August 2014-

Jesse’s Girl Cosmetics Liquid Glass Lip Gloss in Lickity Split– I really enjoyed this gloss! It is really small so perfect for a purse. This shade has iridescent, cool-leaning shimmer & is a semi-sheer fuchsia-leaning purple. It is a bit tacky but that isn’t something I mind because it will last longer.

City Color Cosmetics Magic Balm– I actually can’t this on the City Color site which is a shame because I quite like it. This applies nearly clear then I assume color adjusts like some blushes do. I really like the texture & the color on my lips is actually quite pretty.

City Color Cosmetics Be Matte Lipstick in Phoebe– This is my first Be Matte lipstick from this line & I love it! This is so creamy & has beautiful pigmentation.

City Color Cosmetics Lip Balm in Ultra Pink– Another product I love! Super smooth & comfortable but I don’t think of it as a balm. It doesn’t seem to help cure my oober dry lips but it also don’t seem to make them worse. I can also apply a balm underneath which is key for me right now.

City Color Cosmetics Glossy Kiss Lip Gloss in Flirty– This is the main product that just isn’t for me- rarely do I wear really sheer shimmery nude glosses. I just don’t think it looks good on me & it smells like a lip product I used in middle school. I also didn’t find it wore off evenly.

Pixi Lid Last Shadow Pen in Gentle Gold– My favorite product this month! I love these Pixi shadow pencils & Gentle Gold is no exception. I use these as eyeshadow bases, eyeshadows on their own, & even eyeliners. This color is a beautiful gold that is more wearable than a lot of other gold pencils I currently own.

Left to right- Pixi Lid Last Shadow Pen in Gentle Gold, City Color Cosmetics Glossy Kiss Lip Gloss in Flirty, City Color Cosmetics Lip Balm in Ultra Pink, City Color Cosmetics Magic Balm, City Color Cosmetics Be Matte Lipstick in Phoebe, & Jesse’s Girl Cosmetics Liquid Glass Lip Gloss in Lickity Split.

I was actually really happy with this month’s box but I do prefer a more varied selection from brands & colors since this was definitely a pink-toned box. Anyway- for only $10 I think this is an amazing value & definitely feel like I got a great selection.

What lip products are you loving right now? have you ever tried anything from City Color Cosmetics?

Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Flawless Fluide Foundation Demo & Review

August 25, 2014 By StephanieLouise 5510 Comments2014-08-25+13%3A11%3A00StephanieLouise

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I’ve been on the hunt for new foundations for some time now. My skin changes pretty drastically season to season & more recently I’ve been dealing with some new issues. & not the fun ones. I’ve been getting awful dry patches, my eczema has been flaring something fierce, & on top of that my pores aren’t looking too hot. Not exactly a dream come true when combined with the whatever the heck it feels like weather going on around here lately either. Then in walks in the Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Flawless Fluide Foundation– & she has rocked my world.
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Birchbox for August 2014 featuring Model Co, Supergoop, & More!

August 22, 2014 By StephanieLouise 56Leave a Comment2014-08-22+17%3A13%3A00StephanieLouise

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It has been awhile since I showed a Birchbox here because they haven’t been all that exciting. I’ve just been kind of…paying for the service. Which is awful to say but it is true. I told myself if I was going to continue being subscribed then I needed to start making blog posts about it again- because I really do like their points program. A lot. Keep reading to see if this month was some redemption! [Read more…]

Covergirl Outlast Stay Brilliant Nail Polish in Violet Flicker Swatches & Review

August 21, 2014 By StephanieLouise 57Leave a Comment2014-08-21+18%3A07%3A00StephanieLouise

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I’d eyed this Covergirl Outlast Stay Brilliant Nail Polish in Violet Flicker when it was part of the Hunger Games Glosstini collection…but I’m not a huge fan of mini bottles. Recently while shopping I saw this baby in a full size! I snapped it up & decided I liked it best as a topper- check it out with lots of photos below! [Read more…]