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My favorite beauty sale is here again! Twice a year, Sephora offers dicounts on all their products , which is the perfect time to stock up on some your favorites and try out some new ones. There are three tiers for the sale (VIB, Rouge and Insider) that determines the dicount you receive and when you’re able to shop the sale. If you’re not already signed up you can go here, so you can use the 10% off discount to start earning points from your purchases. The best part about signing up is that it is FREE for everyone. Make sure to look at the dates so you know when you can start shopping.

Below I’ve included my everyday makeup products, my tried and true favorites + what’s in my cart.

Fenty Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Primer | This primer is so smooth and moisturizing going on the skin. I really like that my foundation goes on with no issues after I have applied it. This primer does give the skin a more smooth blurred look, which I really like.

Fenty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Foundation (I wear shade 200) | I purchased this foundation last month and I love it! It is a soft matte which I really like because some matte foundations are a little too matte for me (even though I have oily skin). Though it is full coverage, I do not find that it is cakey at all. It gives a healty glow while still staying on throughout the day.

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter | This can actually be used several different ways: primer, highlighter or complexion booster. So I don’t actually use this as a primer. On the days I feel my skin needs a little boost, I will mix it in with my foundation to give me a nice glow (a little bit goes a long way). It’s really pretty as a highlighter as well!

Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder | I will admit this is a pricey setting powder but I gave in because so many other bloggers raved about it. It is so weightless, it honestly doesn’t look like you have any powder on at all. I find it gives my skin a really nice soft finish and doesn’t settle into any fine lines.

NARS Orgasm Blush | If y’all know anything about NARS, this is one of their best selling blushes. I purchased this blush for the first time years ago and I can say, it’s worth the hype. It’s such a pretty peachy pink shade that is extremly pigmented (do not go heavy with your brush). It does have some shimmer to it (nothing that is crazy) but if you like all matte blushes, do not get this one.

Tartelette Tease Palette | Tarte eyeshadow palettes are some of my favorite. Like most of tarte’s palette it is infused with amazonian clay that helps the shadows stay on longer and have better pigment. This palette is great for an everyday neutral look and perfect for travel. I use wink as my crease shade and heartbreaker in my inner v.

Urban Decay Half Baked Eyeshadow | I fell in love with this shade because of the orginal naked palette. It’s a golden bronze shade that is so pretty and the pigment payoff is amazing. I use this as my lid shade in addition to wink and heartbreaker from the tease palette for my go to eye look. This single shadow lasts me at least a good 3-4 months because of it being so pigmented.

NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Sex Machine | This has been my go to shade for years now. The formula is so comfortable and long wearing. If you love wearing mauve lipsticks and this is right up your ally. I use this alone without adding any lipliner to it because it’s a lip pencil.

NARS Audacious Lipstick in Anna | Again, another one of my go to’s because it’s a smoky rose mauve shade. The formula is super soft and doesn’t feel like you have anything on them.

NARS Precision Lip Liner in Cap-D’ail | This liner goes hand in hand with Anna. It’s super easy to apply and very pigmented.

Fenty Gloss Bomb in Fu$$y | Fenty has one of the best lip gloss formulas I’ve tried. These are high shine, pigmented and don’t stick to your lips like most glosses. I wear this alone or on top of Sex Machine or Anna. It’s the perfect pink gloss.

Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Drops | I know y’all have seen a ton of bloggers rave about these drops. I have been using these drops for well over a year now and y’all they are that darn good. They come in light, medium and dark (I use the dark) to fit your skin tone needs. They do not make you look orange because they have color correcting technologies to give you a natural looking tan. These drops I use primarily on my face by adding a few drops to my moisturizer at night. When I wake up in the morning I have a natrual bronzed glow. You can also use them by adding it with your favorite lotion and apply it all over your body (I typically use their Express Ultra Dark Mousse for my body). I also love these drops because when I get a spray tan my face usually fades quickier then the rest of my body and these help keep that tan going.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer | Another splurge item that is well worth it. I have yet to find a moisturizer that is as good as this one (I’ve tried a ton). It contains hyaluronic acid, bionymph peptide and shea butter. Which helps the skin look plump, glowy and moisurized. I purchased the 1 oz jar back in June last year and it lasted me until November (a little goes a long ways). In addition to using this as a moisturizer, you can use it as a makeup primer. I found that it kept my makeup on really well when I used it as a primer.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Cream | I purchased this right before going to Germany last year and it made a world of difference with my dull jetlagged undereye area. I put it on before going to bed and woke up with my eyes looking so much more refreshed. It’s extremely moisturizing and helps a ton with puffiness, dark circles and wrinkles.

Amika Bust Your Brass Shampoo & Conditioner | Seeing my hair is really blonde, I do anything to be able to not have it brassy. I love how well this combination keeps my hair bright blonde. I use it once a week because if you use it more than that, it can dry out your hair (this was something I learned from my stylist). So if you’re looking for a great blonde shampoo, try this one out!

Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintainence Shampoo | I’ve been coloring my hair for 20 years now, so of course it does cause some damage. This shampoo helps to repair your hairs bond and reduced breakage. I use this a few times a month to help my hair stay healthy. It makes my hair feel super soft and smooth.

SuperGoop CC Cream Daily Correct Broad Spectrum SPF 33 Sunscreen | I purchased this last Summer after hearing great reviews of the brand. There are a lot of days when my rosacea causes my cheeks to be very red, so I wasn’t sure if I’d even like it. I was really surprised with how well it covered up my redness though it’s lightweight. I applied it with my fingers and then I took my beauty blender to ensure it was completely blended out. It’s extremely easy to apply and gives great coverage.

Moroccanoil Root Boost | My stylist used this on my hair (back before the virus went crazy) and I loved the volume it gave my hair. My hair is straight and flat, so I love a little extra volume.

Huda Beauty Pastel Obsession Eyeshadow Rose Obsession | Lately I’ve been trying to branch out to try more fun colorful eye looks. I saw a look someone had done on Instagram with this palette and fell in love. I can’t wait to give it a try.

Dr. Brandt Oxygen Facial Flash Recovery | I can’t remember who recommended this on Instagram but they said it is like a hydrafacial but at home. I’ve had two hydrafacials before and loved them. So I am curious to see how well this works.

Becca Cosmetics Under Eye Brightening Corrector | This is a cult classic around the blogger world. I love having brighter undereyes, expecially on those days were I look like a zombie. I’m hoping it lives up to the hype.

Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow Contour | If you can’t tell I love CT products and this was highly recommended. I love a good highlight and contour palette.

Laneige Hypoallergenic Cica Sleeping Mask | I love their regular sleeping mask because it leaves my skin hydrated and soft. This one is supposed to help reduce redness, which I hope will help with my rosacea.

I hope you enjoyed this roundup of all my Sephora Sale picks! Will you be shopping it? What are some products you recommend?

Hey There! Check out my roundup of 7 Beauty Products I’m Currently Loving including some hair care and skincare products as well!

Hey Friends! It’s been awhile since I’ve shared some of my beauty favorites. So I’m excited to share my roundup of 7 beauty products I’ve been loving over the past few months.

7 Beauty Products I’m Currently Loving

Pixi Beauty Glow Tonic // Y’all know I love me some Pixi skincare products. When they sent out their 20 Year PR package, it included their Glow Tonic. It’s seriously a cult classic in the Pixi Beauty world, so I was super excited to give it a try. I’ve tried several other toners that have worked really well, but I found they dried out my skin more than I cared for. This toner is complete opposite because it’s so hydrating! It contains aloe vera, ginseng, and botanical extracts that help nourish and treat the skin. It’s super gentle even with it containing 5% Glycolic Acid. It’s suitable for all skin types and it doesn’t irritate my rosacea which is also great. So if you’re looking for a gentle and great toner that exfoliates your skin without drying it out, give it a try! I use it three times a week in the PM.

L’Oreal Lash Paradise Primer // I’ve been using the Lash Paradise Mascara for about 2 years now and love it! I had seen a few other bloggers talking about how great the primer was in addition to the mascara. Before that I honestly never thought about using a lash primer but I thought what the heck! I apply one coat to my lashes and put my mascara on before it completely dries (I’ve also applied it when it dried and had no issues). I can say that I have seen a huge difference in my lashes when using this along with the mascara. It helps separate, lengthen and thicken lashes like crazy!

Grande Lash Enhancing Serum (Travel Size) // About two years ago I decided to getting lash extensions to be able to wake up with long beautiful lashes. I’ve never had short lashes by any means but I loved how lash extensions looked. Well long story short…after deciding to stop getting them, I felt my lashes were not the same and so short. I’ve been using this for the last month (off and on) and noticed that my lashes are getting longer and much thicker. It’s a little pricey being $34 but it’s well worth it!

Tarte Base Tape Primer // I love their Face Tape foundation, so I was really excited to try this primer. It contains coconut, jojoba and grapeseed. It’s a little more liquid like than what I’m used to with my Smash Box Primer. Though it’s more liquid like, it absorbs really quickly. I found that my makeup stayed on really well with the primer (states to extend the wear of foundation for at least 12 hours). I love that it gave my skin a really healthy glow and feels so smooth on my face. My makeup also looked so pretty! Seeing that I typically am oily in my t-zone, some oil did peak through but nothing bad. It works on all skin types but I think this would be really great for those with dry skin.

Pixi MatteLast Liquid Lip in Berry Beauty // I love a good liquid lipstick but sometimes I find the matte ones are way to drying. I was shocked that this one was actually not drying but more hydrating. It dries really quickly once applied! It’s super pigmented and for me it lasted for several hours (through drinking & eating). I love the shade!

Amika Bust Your Brass Shampoo & Conditioner // Seeing that my hair is very blonde, I hate having any brass like tones show through. I like keeping my color fresh and bright. My hair was starting to look a little brassy due to it being almost two months since I had my hair done. Seeing I had my eye on these for awhile, I deiced to finally purchase it. It has def helped make my hair brighter and less brass like. The formula is thick so you don’t have to use a lot of product because it lathers well. It smells really nice too!

I hope you enjoyed some of my recent beauty favorites!

Tell me what beauty products that you’re loving!

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Skincare is something that I have always found to be so important, especially more so now with me getting older. I take all types of measures to make my skin look more youthful and glowing. I’m a skincare junkie, so I’ve tried out a lot of different brands/products. I’ve used some great products and some that have just been awful. So of course I am super picky with what I use.

If you follow certain bloggers like I do, I’m sure you’ve seen a ton of them raving about how great Tula products are. I was introduced to Tula back in 2016 when I attended a blogger brunch and received some sample size products of theirs. I loved both products but did not purchase more after that (because I had so many products on hand already). Fast forward to November 2019, I kept seeing some of my favorite bloggers talk about their cooling eye balms. I decided to purchase the Glow Getters gift set that included the eye balm. So if you’ve been wondering if Tula truly is worth it, I’m here to share my thoughts with you today.

About Tula

All Tula products contain probiotics which is beneficial in so many ways! I’m sure you’re thinking wait…probiotics…don’t we use that for our stomachs? Yup we do but Tula thought why not use it to help nourish and balance the skin. Probiotics helps promote hydration, reduces inflammation, targets signs of aging and gives you a healthy glow. Their products are free of harsh chemicals, parabans and full of natural ingredients that give you that healthy glow.

My Skin

I typically have always had oily skin but once I got rosecea my skin can be a little dry on my cheeks. Thankfully I have found an awesome product that has helped my skin be super hydrated (non Tula product). I haven’t found that my skin is super sensitive with my rosecea but some products I’ve tried out have made it flair up. I occasionally also get hormonal break outs when aunt flow comes to visit.

The Glow Getters Kit $88

Cult Classic Purifying Face Cleanser // This cleanser is so gentle and moisturizing! Though its gentle don’t let it fool you with how well it works with taking dirt and makeup off. In the mornings, I apply a dime size amount to my face while in the shower and during the night I take about a quarter size amount in the palm of my hand (I wear full coverage makeup most days). It lathers really easy, which is a plus because you don’t need much product to clean your face. I love that it does not make my skin feel tight or dry. It has also helped reduce the redness from my rosacea significantly, which has been amazing especially on those days when it flairs up. My skin has never felt so soft after using a cleaner. It contains ingredients that help cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate, firm and reduce inflammation. Its good for all skin types, especially dry skin. If you’re looking for a super gentle cleanser that doesn’t strip your skin, this one is so awesome.

Face Filter Blurring & Moisturizing Primer // I really love how glowy my skin looks when using this primer. It does a great job of making fine lines less noticeable and my skin does look more smooth. When you first squeeze it out of the tube it is white then when you rub it on your face, you see the glow particles that gives a warm glow. I used this primer with the Charlotte Tilbury AirBrush Flawless foundation and loved how my skin looked. I will say that due to me having skin that is more on the oily side by the end of the day, the foundation had peeked through a little, so I would have to use a more matte foundation. It didn’t really bother me because the foundation was still in place for the most part, though I could see some imperfections showing. (Picture below using the primer and Foundation-with no filters).

Rose Glow & Get It Brightening & Cooling Eye Balm // Y’all I purchased this kit just to get this product. I had seen so many bloggers talking about this eye balm and how amazing it was. I know there are mornings that no matter how much sleep I get, my under eye area is still puffy. When I saw that it helped reduce puffiness and brightened the under eye area, I figured why not give it a try. It works wonders when it comes to de-puffying and brightening! I swipe a little bit of it under my eyes before I put on my makeup, blend out, let it dry and apply my makeup as usual. As soon as I apply it, I can instantly feel the cooling happening. It contains rosehip oil, rosewater, caffeine, aloe, apple, watermelon and blueberry. This product can also be used as a highlighter! Seriously get you one! (they also have that does not contain rosehip oil).

Star Bright Nourishing & Brightening Face Mask // I love me a good sheet mask! This one was super soothing and moisturizing. It was easy to apply and I kept it on for 10 minutes. Once I took it off my skin looked so refreshed and was super soft.

Have you tried Tula before? If so what are your favorite products?

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There is no denying that I am addicted to buying eye shadow palettes. Today I am excited to be sharing my review of the Tarte Unleased Palette. This palette has quickly become a staple in my makeup routine. I’ve shared it a ton on my Instagram because it’s just that good of a palette (I’m sure my followers are tired of seeing it. Lol). It’s such a fun palette that isn’t typically what I reach for but I thought what the heck, just buy it. So here I am sharing all about it.

The Tarte Unleashed Palette has 14 shades with a mixture of mattes and shimmers. You can create so many looks with this palette rather it be an everyday look to something more bold. All of the shadows contain Amazonian clay, mineral pigments and vanilla. The palette also smells like chocolate (it’s not overpowering)! I also really love that it comes with a mirror, which makes it super easy to use anywhere you go.

The formula of the shadows are awesome! They are very pigmented and they blend out with no issues and I experienced very little fall out when I applied them. I really liked that the mattes were not chalky when I did the swatches, which is a plus in my book. Granted some matte shadows are chalky when you swatch them but perform great when applied. The matte shades were just as creamy as the shimmer shades.

Top to Bottom: Swan Song, Oh Deer, Hippocritical, Bear Neccessities, Koalified

Top to Bottom: Toucan Do It, No Fox Given, Iguana Love You, Irrelphant and Toad-Ally

Top To Bottom: You’re Lion, Monkey Business, Camelflauge, Hawkward and Party Animal

Again this palette is one of my new favorites that I have been constantly reaching for. I love the different shade range in the palette. My favorite shades are Toucan Do It, No Fox Given, You’re Lion and Party Animal. Tarte added another amazing palette into the mix that is well worth purchasing. I hope you enjoyed this review!

What are your favorite shades in the palette? Do you own any Tarte palettes?

Hi Friends!!! I can’t believe that we are half way through August! I’m not complaining though because I am ready for all things Fall! How about yourself? Are you looking forward to Fall or still wanting to hold on the Summer a little bit longer? I recently tried out some really great beauty products and I couldn’t wait to share with y’all. Hopefully you’ll try some of them out and love them as much as I have.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream $64 (30 ml)// Now this is one pricey item for sure but I seriously can not get enough of it! My brother in laws gf has been obsessed with CT for quite some time and she raved about this cream (her skin looks amazing all the time). I have tried a ton of other really great moisturizers for half the price, so I went back and forth about purchasing it. I decided to make the purchase because they had a hydration kit for $99 that included the magic cream and night cream. I figured that was a pretty darn good deal for both.

Once I started using it my skin was so soft and moisturized. I had found that even though with other moisturizers that I loved, my skin was still a little dry around my cheeks because of my rosacea, This would be a perfect birthday gifts for wife, let me tell you why with this cream it has brought back so much of the moisture that my skin had lost. There are days were I wear it by itself or I wear it under my primer before applying my makeup. I find that I have no issues with it making me look oily, as it is very light weight and a little bit goes a long way. Needless to say I am happy that I decided to purchase it.

L’ANGE Violet Toning Shampoo $25// I have used their regular purple shampoo and conditioner and loved how well it kept my hair from turning brassy. This anti hair loss shampoo came out at the perfect time as my hair was in a little bit of a brassy funk (not sure why. I was using some other shampoo and conditioner). I knew I needed to order this product after seeing some great reviews from others who had used it. These are great birthday gifts for her if your are looking for a special someone. With only one use my hair was so much brighter and a lot of my brass had been eliminated. It does say wear gloves when applying the product because this stuff is potent (in a good way). I however, do not wear gloves because I use it in the shower but it can slightly make your hand purple (it comes off easily). So if have blonde hair like myself get you some of this! It’s amazing!

Too Faced Peach Mist Mattifying Setting Spray $32// I received this in a kit for my birthday (which I shared about the primer here). I love a good setting spray and I’ve always loved Too Faced products. I used the spray when I celebrated my friends birthday and it worked very well! My makeup did not budge after dancing and gambling for over eight hours. Seriously my second choice when it comes to setting sprays (UD is always going to be my #1).

IGK Mixed Feelings Leave In Blonde Drops $29// I picked this up awhile ago on a trip to Sephora but it got lost in all the beauty products I have stashed. Seeing it had been over a month since I had my hair colored, I needed a little pick me up. I used these drops before blow drying my hair and it helped make my hair brighter.

Pixi Peel & Polish $24// Pixi skincare products have recently become some of my go to products. The polish and peel is extremely gentle and a great way to spoil yourself with an at home facial. I use it 2-3 times a week to help exfoliate and get rid of any dead skin. It makes my skin look softer, smoother and brighter. If you love facials, you need to try this out! The best part about this is it’s super affordable!

Drunk Elephant Jelly Cleanser $32// I got a travel size of this for my birthday at Sephora. I use a dime size and lather it up under water, as a little bit goes a long way. I love that it’s extremely gentle on my skin and washes away my makeup with no issues. I also feel that it does not strip my face which is a huge plus! It is a little more on the expensive side for what I typically pay for a face wash but seeing I am a huge skin care lover, I might just purchase this on my own.

Have you tried any of these products? What have you been loving lately?