Have you been trying to figure out what you want for the holidays or into the new year? I can’t be the only one looking to indulge a tad into something more self-care. People kept asking me what I wanted for Christmas but I’d been feeling…meh. Like- hey what do I want while I’m trapped at home safe & sound but also kind of paranoid & definitely anxious? So instead, I made a list of some of the things I’ve acquired recently that have made me genuinely happy. Some are old favorites wrapped into gift sets while others are new & make me smile. Keep reading to check them out!
While I do love beauty ( & non-beauty on 
Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that changes for me every year. I always try to spend it with Ryan (he’s military so he’s hoping!) & last year was our first with Eloise. But it is also my parent’s wedding anniversary (awww sappy huh?) & there’s galentine’s day activities, friends, family, etc. So I thought it would be fun this year to gather up some of my favorite ideas for gifts that you can treat yourself or someone else with that AREN’T flowers or chocolates! Keep reading to check out 7 ideas & tell me what your plans are! 
I can name 5 of my favorite blushes off the top of my head- & 
I’ve really been missing sharing my favorites! As some of you may remember, I used to post youtube videos. Then I stopped. I’m still getting ready to get back into videos & I’m hoping to be ready for 2017! In the meantime I’ve really wanted to start sharing my favorites again. I’ve done lots of reviews & tutorials lately but favorites let me share updates & seasonal discoveries. I have a ton because I have finally started feeling more like myself this month! Keep reading to check them out! 
Because eyeshadow palettes are life right? No but really- eye palettes are my favorite makeup item to seek out season after season. Red lipsticks make me smile. A gorgeous highlight makes me swoon. But an eye palette make my world turn. Today I’m sharing 9 limited edition options you can get your hands on right now. With gifting & sales around, now is the time to make your list. I apologize in advance if I make yours longer…just kidding I have zero shame which it comes to makeup enabling. 
When a new season comes around the bend, most people change things up. Lip colors for summer? Bright & warm! Fall lip colors? Vampy & sultry! Now I’m not saying you have to go with the crowd because if you feel like rocking a coral blush in the middle of autumn- have at it! What I will say is it isn’t only my color cosmetics I switch out- it is everything! My skincare, hair care, foundations, & concealers all get a new blend as well. For autumn I tend to go for a lighter shade (goodbye self tanner!) & something a bit more comfortable. Keep reading to check out my picks & how I use them! 
Matte lip products are still having a serious moment. I’ve been promising a big matte lipstick post for some time now but I just wasn’t quite ready yet. & now I am! Basically I wanted this post to be BIG. I’m talking huge. Because I love me some matte lips! My lips tend to be more dry so the list I’ve compiled tends to have really comfortable, creamy, & gorgeous shades that don’t tug the lips. I’ve gathered up my absolute favorite formulas & brands here to share with you- keep reading to check them all out including both lipstick & lip cream options!