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What’s In My MakeUp Bag {October}

October 18, 2016 By Lisa 14 Comments

What’s In My MakeUp Bag {October}

I have a serious obsession with beauty products!  I love them! I love seeing what my friends are using. I love seeing what celebrities are using. I love trying new products.  Whenever I get a new issues of US Weekly, the first thing I look at is the What’s In My Bag section.  If you’ve never checked out What’s In My Bag in US Weekly, they share what’s in a celebrity’s purse.  I have a seriously huge purse and it’s always jam packed with stuff and while some day I may dump it all out and show you what’s in it, I figured I’d start small and share what’s in my makeup bag!

whats-in-my-makeup-bag

I have a variety of products that I love from a variety of companies.

What’s In My MakeUp Bag

Primer:

  • Touch Glorious Face Primer
  • PrimeTime Foundation Primer (not pictured because my makeup bag spilled in my car and the primer rolled under the seat)

Foundation and Concealer:

  • Dior HydraLife BB Cream
  • Too Faced Born This Way Naturally Radiant Concealer
  • Touch Mineral Liquid Foundation
  • Touch Mineral Skin Perfecting Concealer

Powder:

  • Bye Bye Pores Silk HD Anti-Aging Micro Powder

Palettes and Eye Color:

  • Poppy Picnic Palette (This may be my favorite palette of all time)
  • Moodstruck Addition Shadow Palette #4
  • Splurge Cream Shadow in Victorious

Lip Color:

  • tarte LipSurgence Lip Colors (I have multiple colors with me at all times)
  • Origins Liquid Lip Color in Wild Flower (I’ve been using this for over 10 years and I still love it)
  • Clinique Long Last Lipstick
  • Lip BonBons Tinted Lip Balm in Red Velvet Cake

Pencils:

  • Moodstruck Precision Eyeliner in Proper
  • Moodstruck Precision Eyeliner in Pristine
  • Beauty for Real Eyeliner (came in an Ipsy glam bag…FYI…I LOVE Ipsy)

Brushes:

  • Pro Airbrush Foundation Brush
  • Liquid Foundation  Brush
  • Airbrush Powder Brush
  • Airbrush Blurring Concealer Brush
  • Full Flawless Face Brush
  • Duo Brow Brush
  • Liner/Shadow Brush
  • Cream Shadow Brush

Travel Wipes:

  • Savvy Travelers Girly Girl Essential Wipes (These are a must have)

Have you noticed what’s not in my makeup bag?  Anyone???

If you guessed mascara, you’re right!  I got eyelash extensions and they are absolutely amazing!  I wake up every morning feeling beautiful and I don’t have to use any mascara!  It’s awesome!!!

If you don’t have extensions, my favorite way to get great lashes is with the 3D Fiber Lashes.  I typically put on a coat of mascara (I typically use either Mary Kay or Too Faced mascara) first and then use the 3D Fiber Lashes kit.

These are my current favorites!  I’d love for you to share your favorites in the comments!

 

 

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Filed Under: Beauty Tagged With: Beauty, makeup, makeup bag

Natural Anti-Aging Cream With Basil

October 11, 2016 By Lisa Leave a Comment

Natural Anti-Aging Cream With Basil

One of my favorite homemade beauty products is this Natural Anti-Aging Cream with Basil Essential Oil.  I love the idea of using an anti-aging cream on my face to help with those little fine lines around my eyes and mouth.  Even though I know that these are part of the aging process, it never hurts to use something to moisturize and gain some benefits to help slow down that aging process.

Anti Aging Cream doesn't have to be expensive! Make our easy Natural Anti-Aging Cream with Basil in just minutes!

 

Natural Anti-Aging Cream With Basil

There is no magic cure to get rid of all of your wrinkles and fine lines.  You can, however, create a smoother skin appearance by using a quality moisturizer.  This natural homemade anti-aging cream with basil and rose hips essential oil is a great choice.   The rich base of shea butter is perfect for deep moisturizing.  The addition of witch hazel tightens your skin and makes the fine lines appear to actually disappear.

Ingredients: 

  • 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves and stems
  • 1/3 cup witch hazel
  • water
  • 1 teaspoon almond oil (or your favorite oil)
  • 2 teaspoons Shea Butter (or your favorite butter)
  • 1.5 teaspoons Emulsifying Wax
  • 7-10 drops rosehip essential oils

Anti Aging Cream doesn't have to be expensive!  Make our easy Natural Anti-Aging Cream with Basil in just minutes!

Directions: 

  • Using a food processor combine witch hazel and basil leaves and witch hazel and blend well. Strain the now-green witch hazel into a half-pint canning jar, until you have ¼ cup of basil liquid. If you don’t have enough liquid add a little water to reach the ¼ cup.

Anti Aging Cream doesn't have to be expensive!  Make our easy Natural Anti-Aging Cream with Basil in just minutes!

  • In a microwavable bowl add Shea butter, Almond oil and emulsifying wax. Heat in 30-second increments until melted and smooth.

Anti Aging Cream doesn't have to be expensive!  Make our easy Natural Anti-Aging Cream with Basil in just minutes!

  • Add basil mix to the butter mix and slowly stir and allow it to cool and thicken.

Anti Aging Cream doesn't have to be expensive!  Make our easy Natural Anti-Aging Cream with Basil in just minutes!

  • Once fully thickened add 7-10 drops of Rosehip Essential Oil. If your skin is dry add 10.
  • Once fully thickened and cooled pour into half pint storage jars and seal.
  • Keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks

Making your own homemade natural anti-aging cream is super easy and affordable.  Many of the popular brands on the market cost upwards of $50 for a tiny jar.  You can spend the same amount and have enough to last for 2-3 years instead of 2-3 months!  I love how budget-friendly this recipe is.  For gifting to your friends, you can even add this to small beauty jars and add into a gift bag with some other homemade products.

Being happy with yourself doesn’t mean you can’t do little things like this to improve your appearance.  These little things can be just what you need to boost your self-esteem.  Accepting fine lines and wrinkles is part of aging, but adding our natural anti-aging cream into your daily routine is a great way to make them look a little better in the process.

If you’re not a DIY girl, no worries! I’ve got you covered too!  Check out these Royalty skincare products! I’m obsessed with the Detoxifying Mask!

 

More Beauty Tips:

  • Homemade Natural Best Cellulite Cream
  • 5 Ways To Hide or Cover Roots Between Salon Visits
  • Best Places To Find Wide Calf Boots For Plus Size Women

Anti Aging Cream doesn't have to be expensive!  Make our easy Natural Anti-Aging Cream with Basil in just minutes!

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Filed Under: Beauty Tagged With: Anti Aging, Beauty, DIY

Homemade Natural Best Cellulite Cream

September 26, 2016 By Lisa 9 Comments

Homemade Natural Best Cellulite Cream

The best cellulite cream you’ll ever try is this great homemade natural version.  We all know that cellulite is something that happens to almost everyone, but on bigger women, it is much more noticeable.  This super easy homemade cellulite cream is a great option for helping you smooth the dimples on your skin.

Make our Best Cellulite Cream using this simple method!  Natural products and essential oils make it easy to smooth your skin!

Homemade Natural Best Cellulite Cream

I am a huge fan of homemade and natural beauty products.  Essential oils are another favorite product in our home.  Realizing that there is no miracle cure for cellulite is one thing I have had to accept.  That said, I don’t have to live with it being as noticeable when creams like this can reduce some of the visibility.

The best cellulite cream is a simple recipe that you can throw together in minutes in your bathroom.  Making this in small batches makes it affordable and easy to keep handy year round in your bathroom.  When you see how great it works, you’ll probably start offering to your friends.  That means you’ll want to make a few batches to share.  I love these simple small lidded jars to give sample batches to my friends and family when they ask for some to try.

Ingredients: 

  • ¾ cup Coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoon beeswax
  • 2 tablespoon Witch Hazel
  • 10 drops Lemon Essential Oil
  • 30 Drops Grapefruit Essential Oil

Make our Best Cellulite Cream using this simple method!  Natural products and essential oils make it easy to smooth your skin!

Directions: 

In a small bowl mix witch hazel and essential oils, stir until well blended.

Make our Best Cellulite Cream using this simple method!  Natural products and essential oils make it easy to smooth your skin!

Add coconut oil and beeswax in a small pan and place over low heat until completely melted and well blended.

Make our Best Cellulite Cream using this simple method!  Natural products and essential oils make it easy to smooth your skin!

In a small jar mix coconut oil mixture with essential oils mixture and combine evenly.

Store in a cool, dry place

This homemade cellulite cream works because, grapefruit and lemon essential oils both work to increase circulation, eliminating toxins and help with fluid retention. Grapefruit oil is a strong anti-inflammatory and contains the enzyme bromelain, which helps to break down cellulite.  The witch hazel refines and tightens the skin; this helps deflect the visual effects of cellulite.  Additionally, the beeswax and coconut oil act as a cream base and quickly absorb into the skin allowing for maximum benefits of the oils.

The combinations above make this the best cellulite cream around, and even better since you can make it at home for such a low cost.  I hate the idea of spending a ton of money on a cream that may not do any good.  This is not just the best cellulite cream, but a great inexpensive option you can easily make with ingredients you probably already have on hand at home.

While you are working on getting fit, it is always a good idea to do those little things that make you feel better about yourself.  This best cellulite cream is homemade and natural making it an easy choice to add to your daily routine.  You know it isn’t a weight loss product, but if it smooths your skin a bit and helps you feel better about yourself, it is a great option to create and use regularly.

More Beauty ideas:

  • Designer Purses And Handbags For Under $150 Each
  • Best Places To Find Wide Calf Boots For Plus Size Women
  • Plus Size Maxi Skirt Worn As A Shirt
  • 5 Ways To Hide or Cover Roots Between Salon Appointments

Make our Best Cellulite Cream using this simple method!  Natural products and essential oils make it easy to smooth your skin!

Flabby Fashionista

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Filed Under: Beauty Tagged With: Beauty, Beauty Products, Homemade

Valentine’s Day Nail Ideas That Won’t Break The Bank

January 11, 2016 By Lisa 4 Comments

Valentine’s Day Nail Ideas That Won’t Break The Bank

Valentines Day Nail Ideas That Won't Break The Bank

I gave up my acrylic nails a few months ago.  They always seemed to break at the most inopportune times and the salon would always be crazy busy when I needed a fill or a fix.  It just seemed easier to ditch them.

Now that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, I thought I’d share some great nail ideas that won’t force you to run to a salon and that won’t break the bank!

Kiss Gel Fantasy Nails in Rush Hour

I love the Gel Fantasy Nails by KISS.  The nail shown above is Rush Hour and is my personal favorite.  These are my go-to special occasion nails.  I thought for sure I’d be able to find a picture of me wearing them, but the only one I could find was this one on Instagram.

valentine's Day nail decals

If you’re great at painting your own nails, but need a little design help, the Valentine’s Day Nail Decals (pictured above) may be what you need.

heart nail decals

I’m also a big fan of these Heart Nail Decals (pictured above).

red heart decals plus nail guides

 

If you’re looking for multiple options, these Mini Red Heart Decals also come with Tip Guides so you can create fabulous french manicures at home.

Nails By Marie with Messy Mansion

 

The heart nails above were done using a Messy Mansions Stamping Plate.  This is a really cool tool for decorating your nails, but it may take a few tries to get them looking this fabulous! 🙂

If you go with any of these nails, I’d love to see how they turn out!  Share a pic and tag me on Instagram or Twitter.

For more Valentine’s Day fashion, beauty and style ideas, visit a few of my favorite bloggers:

  • Rose Petal Bath Salts by The Socialite’s Closet
  • Valentine’s Day Outfits for Your Little Sweethearts by The Guavalicious Life
  • Dress in Red for Valentine’s Day by Day by Day in Our World
  • Valentine’s Day Outfit for Warmer Weather by How Was Your Day?
  • Great Nail Polish Shades for Valentine’s Day by Style on Maine
  • Kiss Me, Sugar Lips! DIY Sugar Lip Scrub Recipe for Valentine’s Day by Pretty Opinionated
  • DIY Trendy Cuff Bracelet For Valentine’s Day by Teen Entertainment Guide
  • Easy Rose Scented Massage Oil by Confessions of an Overworked Mom
  • How to Add a Hint of Red to Your Valentine’s Day Outfit by Jennifer Sikora
  • Mad for Buffalo Plaid by Sweet Lil You
  • Valentine’s Day Fashion for Moms by Family Focus Blog
  • Sexy Valentine’s Day Outfit by April Go Lightly

 

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Filed Under: Beauty, Fashion Tagged With: nail art, nails, valentine's day

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