Benefit Cheeky Sweet Spot Tin Palette for Holiday 2014 Swatches & Review

October 13, 2014 By StephanieLouise 3226 Comments2014-10-13+14%3A01%3A00StephanieLouise

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Benefit is known for a lot of things but the first that pops into my mind are blushes. Their boxed blushes are both iconic & super cute- like a small girly accessory. I steered clear of the boxed blushes for a long time until my husband bought me Benefit’s Rockateur & I totally fell in love. I recently picked up two more blushes that I will review soon but that won’t be half as exciting as this palette. If you love cute packaging & want more bang for your buck then Benefit’s Cheeky Sweet Spot Palette which has been released for Holiday 2014 is definitely a must have. With 5 permanent blushes, a bronzer, a cream highlighter, a brush, & an adorable tin…well it is a steal. [Read more…]

Ziaja Marine Algae + Natural Olive Micellar Waters Review

October 12, 2014 By StephanieLouise 33Leave a Comment2014-10-12+21%3A36%3A00StephanieLouise

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Hey guys & happy Sunday to you all! Ziaja is a brand I’ve come to love-especially for skincare. Everything on the site is detailed, under $15, & you get free shipping on all orders! What’s not to love? Today I want to shine a spotlight on an often overlooked product that I actually love in my skincare routine- cleansing waters! Keep reading to check them out! [Read more…]

NYC Nail Polish in Top of the Gold Top Coat Swatches & Review

October 11, 2014 By StephanieLouise 374 Comments2014-10-11+21%3A29%3A00StephanieLouise

NYC Nail Polish in Top of the Gold Swatches & Review

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I’ve been swimming through my polishes lately (how’s that visual for you?) & looking for new holiday-esque shades that have gone unloved or even untried. This is how I happened upon NYC Top of the Gold which is labeled as a Top Coat. Keep reading to see if you’ll fall in love! [Read more…]

EOS A Ray of Sunshine Limited Edition Rachel Roy Trio Review

October 10, 2014 By StephanieLouise 382 Comments2014-10-10+19%3A23%3A00StephanieLouise

EOS Rachel Roy Trio Holiday 2014 Review with Wings

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As far of holiday releases go…this was definitely unexpected! EOS has come out with 3 new limited edition balms & none of them say fall or the holidays to me. At all. But that isn’t necessarily a bad thing because I am absolutely loving them- & their cute little wing design packaging! Keep reading to see the EOS A Ray of Sunshine Limited Edition Rachel Roy Trio in St. Barth’s Sunrise, Aloha Hawaii, & Indian Summer! [Read more…]

Pillowettes Will Be Your New Beauty Must Have!

September 24, 2014 By StephanieLouise 45Leave a Comment2014-09-24+18%3A47%3A00StephanieLouise

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What beauty item do you go through the most frequently? Face wipes? Cleanser? Well for me it is cotton pads. I use them for my nails, swatches, makeup, & skincare daily. I whip through those like no one’s business! Intrinsics recently gave me the opportunity to try out their Pillowettes– basically the best thing ever. Keep reading to check them out! [Read more…]

NYX Smokey Palette Swatches & Review

September 22, 2014 By StephanieLouise 46Leave a CommentNYX+Smokey+Palette+Swatches+%26+Review2014-09-22+21%3A41%3A00StephanieLouise

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You know those palettes you pick up on a whim without doing research? Me too- which is how I ended up with the NYX Smokey Palette a few months back. I normally always research but it was on sale…I was buy-happy…it just happened. Was it worth the buy or should I have walked on by? Keep reading to find out! [Read more…]

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

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

Thank you to Dr. Brandt skincare for sponsoring today’s post & inspiring me to try their Laser Fx products !

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

Huge thank you to U by Kotex for sponsoring today’s discussion and helping me #savetheundies!

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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…]