A few of you have asked how I get my super straight hair to get and stay in loose beachy waves. I’m currently working on a video to show you exactly how I (lazily) go through the actual process, but in the meantime, I thought I would share the most important tool I use. Any suggestions on best quick video editing tools are welcome here puh-lease.…
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If you’re new here, you may not know that I update my makeup bag every season. Most importantly, I always change up my skincare products to accommodate the change in climate. I tried quite a few moisturizers for fall, and the winner is… Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream. I have combination skin, so finding moisturizers that keep my skin hydrated in the cooler, dryer temps while keep my t-zone from shining brighter than the Chrysler Building is…
I must confess that I have recently received an overwhelming amount of mascaras and lash products. While I realize that is definitely a first world blogger problem, I’m only mentioning it to make the point that I don’t write about all of them because a. most aren’t worth a second swipe and b. I realize that I am gifted by the lash gods / my mama so I don’t want to make it seem like maybe it’s Maybelline or whoever…
I always refresh my beauty routine at the start of every season, and that includes the fragrances I wear. Having a new go-to scent helps inspire my every day style and boost my confidence, but I also love having a few signature scents to choose from depending on my mood. I test drove some new scents, and here are my favorites for fall. Check out these 3 perfect fall fragrances to suit every personal style.…
One of the things I look forward to most during Fashion Week is the new (or revived) upcoming beauty trends. I am still digging the 70’s influence and loving that it’s bleeding over into fresh bohemian hair and makeup styles. Can we try start trying some of these now? Let’s! Here are the 5 best SS2018 NYFW beauty trends and my favorite products for getting the look.…
Now that we can open our windows and turn off the AC, I am readying for fall which for me means prepping for back to school for the first time ever, Fashion Week planning, and burning scented candles. Whenever company comes over, they always ask, “what is that amazing smell?” Luckily, it’s not dirty diapers and damp dog. It’s one of these 5 best scented candles ever.…
Happy National Brazilian Blowout Day! This frizz fighting straightening and smoothing treatment is so popular it has it’s own holiday. A salon habit is pricey, but there are a few products you can invest in to DIY, including the hair dryer I swear by. Here are the 5 best Brazilian blowout products you can use at home.…
August is national breastfeeding month, so this week I’m sharing some of nursing experience and essentials. Nursing comes with some new skin challenges (um, nipple cream!?) and requires avoiding a list of chemicals and ingredients commonly found on beauty counters. Throughout my two breastfeeding experiences, I’ve tested a lot of beauty products and these are my absolute essentials. In my opinion, these are the 5 best breastfeeding beauty buys.…
I’m celebrating National Lipstick Day a little late on here, but you know how the saying goes. I love lipstick so much, because it doesn’t just make your face, it makes an entire look. I grew up watching my mom always apply her lipstick before leaving the house. She still shows up even with no makeup on in leggings for Glamma duty, always with lipstick on her lips. You know how people say you eventually become your mother? These are…
In case you’ve been living under a rock or have no internet access (how are you even reading this right now) you may be unaware that Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale starts 7/21, but they’re currently allowing early access to Nordstrom cardholders. What’s not getting enough attention is the bevy of amazing beauty deals they’re offering this time around. I’ve saved you all some time and rounded up the only deals you need to see. If you don’t have a Nordstrom card,…