Hi Friends!!! Last week I shared my review on the Huda Beauty Desert Dusk palette and decided to create a look with it. I will admit that I had some mixed feelings about how some of the shades swatched, so to be able to see how the shadows really perform I created this look.

The Look

I started off with taking Eden and placing it all over the crease as my transition shade. Next, I took Amber and placed on top of Eden in the crease to deepen the transition shade. Building these colors into the crease and blending them out will help the look come together seamlessly. Once those shades are blended into the crease, I then used OUD in the outer V . Last but not least, I placed Turkish Delight all over the lid.

Products Used

Eyes & Brows: UD Eyeshadow Primer Potion / Huda Beauty Desert Dusk Palette / L’Oreal Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara / Sephora Collection Luxe False Lash Quill Natural Style / Benefit Cosmetics ka-Brow! Cream Gel Eyebrow Color in 3 Medium

Face: Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Primer / Tarte Face Tape Foundation / Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer / OFRA Blush in Chameleon

Lips: NARS Audacious Lipstick in Anna / NARS Precision Lip Liner in Cap-D’ail / NYX Butter Gloss in Creme Brulee.

So after using the shadows for this look, I will say that I like the palette more than I had when I swatched it. I plan on creating some more looks l in hopes that I love more of the shadows with time. I hope you all enjoyed this look!

Shop My Look

I’ve had my eyes on this palette for quite some time but wasn’t too sure I really wanted to spend $65 on it. I finally purchased it during the last Sephora VIB sale because who doesn’t love a good discount!? The palette has some beautiful shades ranging from reds, oranges and shimmers, which fits perfectly seeing it’s an Arabian inspired palette. It contains 18 shades consisting of mattes, pressed pearls, duo-chromes and glitter. Let’s get to the swatches!

1st row L to R: Desert Sand, Musk, Eden, Amber, Blood Moon & OUD.

2nd row L to R: Celestial, Nefertiti, Twilight, Amethyst, Royal & Retrograde.

3rd row L to R: Cashmere, Angelic, Cosmo, Turkish Delight, Saffron & Blazing.

After purchasing this palette I have mixed feelings about it. It’s a beautiful palette when it comes to the range of shades it contains. However, I did find that when swatching some of the shadows, they were very dry and did not transfer well. This was a little bit of a bummer because I’ve seen so many beautiful looks from this palette. Even though some of the shades didn’t swatch that great, I did l fall in love how buttery and pigmented the others were. I’m hoping that once I create a look with the shadows the pay off will be much better than the swatches.

My favorite shades from the palette are Eden, Blood Moon, Twilight, Angelic & Turkish Delight. I think Eden would be a great all over the lid shade for Spring or even used as a crease shade with Angelic all over the lid. Seeing there are 18 shades in the palette, I know that so many different looks can be created with it.

I do love the packaging of the palette as it is very sturdy and has a mirror in it. Overall, I don’t feel like this is a must-have palette because there are probably much more affordable dupes. I know that goes against what most others say about the palette being amazing but my first impression is that it’s not the best palette I’ve owned. I’ll be creating a look with this to share soon and my opinion might change. I’ll keep y‘all posted!

Have you tried this palette? If so what are your thoughts? What’s one of your favorite palettes?

Happy Wednesday!!! I am so excited to be sharing my very first makeup look on the blog today! It’s been four years in the making!!! I have made a promise to myself to start stepping out of my comfort zone and to start sharing makeup looks. Makeup has been a huge passion of mine every since I was a little girl. From watching my mother apply her makeup, to doing beauty pageants and dance recitals, I quickly became obsessed. Of course, I’m no MUA but enjoy putting together looks.

In addition to this being my first makeup look on the blog, I have paired up with two of my blogging besties Summer and Laura to share some easy everyday makeup looks. I love that we all have similar yet different styles with our looks! I hope they inspire you to re-create our looks or to create your own. To see a full review and swatches of the palette visit here.

The Look

When I create an everyday look, I want something that is perfect for the office, running errands or dinner. I love that the Pixi Natural Beauty palette allows me to create just that look!

Products Used

Eyes & Brows: UD Eyeshadow Primer Potion / Pixi Natural Beauty Palette / L’Oreal Voluminous Lash Paradise / Sephora Collection Luxe False Lash Quill Natural Style /Benefit Cosmetics ka-Brow! Cream-Gel Eyebrow Color in 3 Medium

Face: Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Primer /Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup / Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer / OFRA Blush in Chameleon /

Lips: Nars Audacious Lipstick in Anna / Nars Precision Lip Liner in Cap-D’ail / NYX Butter Gloss in Creme Brulee

Don’t forget to check out these amazing ladies looks as well!

Laura’s Makeup Look

Summer’s Makeup Look

What does your everyday makeup look consist of? Have you tried any Pixi eyeshadow palettes?

Pixi recently sent these beautiful palettes to me in a PR package and I could not wait to start playing with them. I am a huge eye shadow lover, so I had no problems adding them into my collection. These palettes have quickly become some of my go-to palettes to use. I’m so excited to share my thoughts about them with y’all today!

I had never used any products from Pixi previously until I received these palettes. So of course I was extremely excited to see what the hype about their products was all about. Once I started doing swatches, I was immediately impressed with how pigmented and buttery they were. I love that these palettes are extremely affordable ($24), especially with the amount of product you’re getting.

Natural Beauty Palette

I love a good neutral palette and this one does not disappoint! It reminds me a lot of the UD Naked Palette but way more affordable! It contains a mixture of mattes and shimmer shades, which is a huge plus because I’m not one to wear a lot of matte shades alone. I’m more of a shimmer girl. If you’re looking to create everyday makeup looks, this palette is perfect for that! It’s my favorite out of the two!

Swatches Top to Bottom (I was not able to swatch all on my arm so they are separated into two photos): Sheer Sand (this one barely shows up on my skin), Metal Mauve, Petal, Antique Rose, Rose Clay, Metallic Rose, Deep Taupe, Foiled Bronze, Soft Brown, Chocolate Brown, Cocoa Shimmer & Bronze Gleam.

Reflex Light Palette

Though the Natural Beauty palette is my favorite of the two, this is such a pretty palette! It has a lot more warm toned shades compared to the Natural Beauty one. These are also perfect for an everyday look but would be really pretty in the fall time. This palette contains all shimmer shades and I will just say…the pigmentation is crazy! I did one swatch of each shade and you can see how great the pay off is.

Swatches Top to Bottom: Vanilla Glitz, Nude Lustre, Gold Foil, Pink Lustre, Vintage Gold, Brillant Bronze, 3D Peach, Auburn Blaze, Cooper Penny, Antique Bronze, Chestnut Glitter and Cocoa Glaze.

If you can’t tell I am in love with these palettes. All of the shadows blend out easily, they are so buttery and extremely pigmented. When I applied them to my eyes, I had very little issue with fall out which was great! If you’re looking for some new palettes to add to your collection, consider these! They are high-quality shadows that are only $24! You honestly can’t beat the price for these type of shadows.

I hope you enjoyed my review today! Tomorrow I am pairing up with two awesome ladies to share some looks that we created with the palettes! So make sure you come back to see them!

Which palette are you loving? Have you tried any Pixi products before? Let me know in the comments below.

I discovered Farmacy Beauty a few years ago when I received my Play! by Sephora box. The box included their Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm which I was hooked immediately after using it. I love that Farmacy Beauty products contain ingredients straight from nature as their approach is farm to face skincare. Their line features a potent plant called Echinacea GreenEnvy, a variant of Echinacea Purpurea that contains a high concentration of Cichoric Acid. Cichoric Acid is an anti-oxidant that helps break down collagen. All of their products are clean and cruelty-free. So today I’m sharing five products that I’ve tried and can’t get enough of.

Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm $34// I have been a huge fan of this balm for a few years now. It gently removes makeup and impurities while being super gentle on the skin. I love that it comes with a spatula to scoop it out making it a lot less messy. The cleanser is a solid balm that melts into an oil when you massage it on your face. Once the balm has melted on my face my makeup comes off with no issues (it does take a little bit more to get off waterproof mascara but still works). I use a quarter-sized amount for my whole face because a little bit goes a long way! The balm includes sunflower/ginger root oils, turmeric and morning extract, and papaya enzymes. All of these ingredients help remove impurities, fight the effects of pollution and exfoliate pores without stripping your skin. If you have been looking to add a cleaning balm into your skincare routine, I highly recommend this one.

Bright On Vitamin C Mask $38// This has been my go-to mask when my skin has needed a huge pick me up! I’m talking about those nights where I don’t sleep and wake up with my skin looking a hot dull mess. Not only does this mask work wonders for my dull skin it helps to remove the gunk I have built up in my pores. When you put the mask on it turns from lavender to green due to the vitamin C capsules bursting to ensure your skin looks brighter and healthier. I keep this mask on for 10-15 minutes. Every time I use it my skin looks so much brighter and smoother.

Honeymoon Glow AHA Resurfacing Night Serum $58// As I’ve gotten older I look for products that help stop the aging process. This serum has been amazing at doing just that! This contains AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) which helps fight free radical damage, signs of aging and helps to resurface the skin. I know it sounds a little scary to use acid on your face but it’s really good for your skin! Many acids help assist with the anti-aging process as well as making your skin look/feel smoother.

Coconut Hydrating Gel Sheet Mask $6// I can never get enough of sheet masks. I’m addicted especially when I find ones that are amazing. I’ve been using this mask like crazy during the last few months as the weather has gotten colder. I keep the mask on for at least 15-20 minutes each time. It’s extremely hydrating and gives my skin a healthy glow. I love that it adheres to my face and that the product absorbs fairly quickly after taking it off.

Coconut Brightening Gel Sheet Mask $6// This goes hand in hand with the hydrating sheet mask. When I use it my skin looks a lot brighter and less dull. It contains plant based collagen (which I am all about as I’ve gotten older) and anti-oxidants.

As you can see I love Farmacy Beauty because the products are gentle yet effective. My skin looks and feels amazing when I use any of these products.

Have you tried any of their products? What product interests you the most?

Hi, friends! I recently popped into Ulta to repurchase some products I was running low on and of course, I found some new ones to try out as well. It typically never fails that I go in to get a few things and walk out with way more than I planned on. I’m not mad about it though. So in today’s post, I will share everything that I bought because it’s what I love to do! And I know it can be extremely overwhelming to walk into Ulta at times. So let’s get started!

Dose of Colors Desi x Katy Eyeshadow Palette Friendcation $55 for 0.72 oz// I really didn’t need another palette but I had been eyeing this one for months. A lot of other bloggers have raved about how amazing it was, so I finally gave in. As soon as I swatched it I knew why it was highly recommended! The palette contains both matte and shimmer shades which I found to be very pigmented. I have yet to use the palette on my eyes but just from swatching them the formula of them was very creamy. This palette is on the pricey side but there are a ton of dupes for it. Overall I was extremely impressed with the palette. My favorite shades are dirty money and try me.

First Row Swatches Top to Bottom

Basic is a muted light pink with a matte finish.

Cheens is a deep chocolate matte finish.

Necessary is a neutral mid tone brown

Dirty Money is an olive green with an antique gold shift.

A moment is an electrical blue with a purple shift

2nd Row Swatches Top To Bottom

Try Me is a cranberry red with a burnt orange shift.

Just a Kiss is a iridescent champagne with a pink and gold shift.

Girl Bye is a smokey marsala

Churro is a rich warm brown.

Marsala is a midnight black with silver reflects.

Beauty Bakerie Lip Whip Remover $14// I wear a lot of liquid lipsticks that are long lasting so taking them off can be a bit of a pain. When I came across these and figured it couldn’t hurt to give them a try. They work wonders at taking off those no budge lipsticks painlessly. It is oil based so if you plan on putting on another liquid lipstick after using one, wait a few minutes before applying.

Buxom PillowPout Creamy Plumping Lip Powder $22// Kelsie wrote a post about these and I loved how the shades looked so I wanted to pick some up for myself. I have several Buxom lip products and have yet to be disappointed with any of their formulas. I was a little skeptical about the formula as it is a wet powder with a semi-matte finish. I was very surprised with how creamy and comfortable it was on the lips. It also lasts for several hours without having to re-apply.

T to B: Turn Me On, Seduce Me & Cozy Up

Origins Clear Improvement Charcoal Honey Mask $34// Y’all know I love a good face mask especially if helps unclog my pores. It was super easy to apply though it was a little messy but what charcoal mask isn’t messy. I kept this on my face for ten minutes and saw a slight improvement in it clearing my pores. I did love how extremely soft and nourished my skin felt! They recommend using this once or twice a week to see clearer skin.

Kylie Cosmetics Koko K Lip Kit $29// Another product that a lot of people have talked about so I gave in to purchasing it. The formula is very matte but not uncomfortable by any means and it is long wearing. I love the shade as it’s a really pretty nude. However, I will say that there are a ton of products that are much cheaper and just as good.

I hope you enjoyed my round of beauty products! Have you tried any of these products? What beauty products are you loving lately? Let me know in the comments below! Be on the lookout for more beauty posts coming soon!

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored. I did receive some of these products as PR gifts and fell in love with them. I only share products I truely believe in. All opinions are my own.

I honestly can not believe that 2018 has come and gone y’all. Today I will be sharing my favorite products of 2018- beauty, hair, and skin. One thing I love about being a beauty blogger is that I get to share my tried and true products with you all. I know it can be overwhelming to figure out what products to try out because you don’t want to waste money and there are so many to choose from. When it comes to beauty products, I typically use more high-end brands but I decided to try out some drugstore products this year. These are the products that stood out in 2018.

Cosmetics

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Makeup// When it comes to makeup that stays in place and doesn’t move, this foundation has you covered! It is very matte and works great for normal to oily skin (at least in my opinion). I do not feel that it looks cakey or feels heavy on the skin.

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer// I had seen so many other beauty bloggers raving about how great this concealer was, so I decided to take the plunge and try it out. I was extremely impressed with this concealer right off the bat. It’s very creamy, blends easily and does not crease. By far one of my favorite drugstore concealers.

Smashbox Photo Finish Primer// This has been a favorite of mine for years. It makes my face look extremely smooth and my pores much smaller. The formula is very smooth and my makeup glides on effortlessly when applied.

Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Powder// This of course goes hand in hand with the foundation. I personally like to set my foundation with a face powder.

Tatcha Silk Canvas Protective Primer// This primer is extremely pricey ($54) but after seeing a ton of reviews, I decided to purchase it during the VIB Sephora VIB sale. It is worth the splurge! This primer is so silky and creamy. You warm it up in your hands and then apply it which a little bit goes a long way. My foundation stays in place and looks extremely airbrushed.

Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer// Another recommendation from several other bloggers. I love a good bronzer that adds a natural glow to my skin without making it look muddy. This bronzer is extremely creamy and smell amazing!

Ofra Blush in Chameleon// I got this blush in one of my Ipsy bags and I was really impressed. I had just ran out of my MAC blush and this shade was very similar to the one I use. The formula is very pigmented so you only need a little bit!

Buxom Plumping Lip Polish in Savannah// This is apart of my most worn lip duo this year (which I shared in this post). It’s a peach shade and is very natural looking. It does contain some glitter but it is not overwhelming.

Nars Audacious Lipstick in Anna// I wear a lot of mauve shades and this one is no exception. The formula has a satin finish and is long lasting. It feels like nothing is on your lips.

Nars Precision Lip Liner in Cap-D’ail// This liner matches perfectly with the Anna lipstick. It is very pigmented and glides on smoothly.

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask// By far one of the best lip masks!! I hate having dry cracked lips, so I always make sure my lips get a little extra TLC. If you wear a lot of liquid lipsticks this mask is a lifesaver! You apply a little bit before bed and wake up with your lips smooth and moisturized. I also love the smell of it.

ColourPop Liquid Lippie in Notion// So this shade is no longer available but it’s amazing! It is a matte formula but is super comfortable. If you haven’t tried Colourpop Lippie products you should. Great formula and very affordable!

Tarte Tartelette Toasted Palette// One of my favorite palettes from Tarte. This palette is perfect for creating looks during the Fall; however, I use it year round. This palette contains seven matte and five shimmer shades. All of the shades blend out effortlessly and are very buttery. If you love warm shades this palette is for you!

Tarte Tartelette 2 In Bloom Clay Palette// You can see a pattern here when it comes to me loving Tarte palettes. I’ve had this palette for a few years now and never really reached for it until the last six months. I’m so happy that I did! This palette is much more neutral though it does contain some warm shades. The formula is the same as the Toasted Palette.

Urban Decay Born to Run Palette// I love how versatile this palette is. It has 21 shades with a good mixture of neutrals and colorful shadows. The shades are very pigmented and have a velvety texture. I love that the palette has a full sized mirror which makes it extremely handy if you’re on the go.

MUG Magic Act Foiled Eyeshadow// I love putting this shadow on my lid with smarty pants in the crease and rebel on the outer corner (both from the Tartelette 2 in Bloom Clay Palette). The formula for this shadow is unreal y’all. I have never felt a more buttery formula for an eyeshadow.

Skin Care

MaskerAide Let’s Face It Purifying Cleansing Stick// This cleanser is amazing at removing dirt and makeup. I wear full coverage makeup and this cleanser wipes away all of it with no fuss.

Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Peeling Gel// If you’re looking for a great product that exfoliates your skin I highly recommend this gel! It gently takes away dead skin by massaging it into your skin. Its safe to use on sensitive skin!

Farmacy Bright On Vitamin C Mask// This mask is a lot of fun because when applied it is lavender and then turns green once dried. This mask does a great job at brightening and moisturizing the skin.

MaskerAide Hydrating Eye Gels// Let’s face it sometimes when we wake up our under eyes are puffy AF. These gels do an amazing job at de-puffying, hydrating and brightening the under eyes. They are also extremely affordable! Check out some other of my favorite MaskerAide products here.

Peter Thomas Roth Potent-C Power Serum// When it comes to skincare I love products that are going to help brighten my complexion. I know as I’ve gotten older my skin is not as vibrate as it was when I was younger. This serum works wonders for brightening the skin and making it firmer.

Youth To The People Superberry Hydrate + Glow Oil// If your skin needs a little pick me up get you some of this!!! I have normal to oily skin and this does not make my skin look greasy. I put this on before I go to bed and wake up with my skin looking hydrated and glowing. I have also put a few drops in my foundation and used it as a primer. Seriously it’s amazing!

Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleaning Balm// Another great cleanser that melts away makeup. I’m talking about it even taking off waterproof mascara. It’s extremely gentle on the skin and it smells like key lime pie.

MaskerAide Bubble Bubble Pop Mask// A fun yet effective charcoal mask! You put this mask on and within minutes it bubbles up. It’s great at clearing out your pores!

Hair

Amika Un-done Volume & Texture Spray// I have extremely fine hair which makes it a little difficult for my hair to curl. This spray is amazing with helping my hair hold curls without making it gritty.

Kenra Root Lifting Spray// I have had extensions for almost four months and as my hair has grown out I’ve needed a product to hide them a little better. I love Kenra products and this one did not disappoint. I spray this in my hair right before I blow dry it. It gives my hair just enough lift without going too overboard.

Dry Bar The Wrap Party Styling Wand// I find that my hair curls so well using this wand. It creates beachy waves and is super easy to use! I really love that the curls hold even after I’ve slept in them.

Dry Bar Detox Dry Shampoo// I never used dry shampoo until four months ago. I always washed my hair every day because I could not stand the thought of my hair looking greasy. That all changed once I got my extensions. I knew that I had to find a great dry shampoo so that I could keep my extensions looking fresh. I can not say enough about this dry shampoo! It takes all the oil out of my hair and helps add volume as well.

Kenra Blow Dry Mist// Protecting my hair from being damaged by heat is so important. This spray provides protection and also reduces the amount of time it takes to blow dry my hair.

Kenra High Grip Hair Spray// I have yet to find a hair spray that makes my curls stay in place while still being able to run my fingers through my hair. It does not make your hair feel gritty whatsoever.

There you have it! All of the best beauty products of 2018! I know this list was long but I hope you find some new products to try out soon.

What were some of your favorite beauty products from 2018?

I’d love to know in the comments below!