It is no secret that I am beauty product obsessed! Luckily, with my Birchbox subscription and my Ulta and Sephora obsession, I am never too far away from discovering my next and newest favorite beauty product. This post originally had double the products in it (I have been a busy, primping lady) but I cut it in half for maximum exposure. In no specific order, here we go:
one: Sephora Instant Moisturizer
First of all, I was sure that this moisturizer would be TOO heavy for my combination skin. It is advertised as "intense," and I feel that is does just that without being greasy. I LOVE the smell, and it feels great on my face.
two: Maybelline BB Cream
If I have tried one drugstore BB cream, I have tried them all. I like the consitentsy of this one... it's a little bit thicker and not runny. Save your money for the $40 BB creams from Bobbi Brown or Jouer. It is worth it to see the results.
three: Benefit They're Real Mascara
I had heard raves and raves about this mascara that boasts to lengthen lashes that "you never knew you had." I definitely agree. It coats really well and the bristles are staggered, even on the end. Reading the directions leads to optimum lash lengthening.
(After applying mascara while holding the brush horizontally it is recommended to coat the lashes while holding it vertically to lengthen! IT WORKS!)
four: Buxom Insider Eyeliner
I loved the color I received as a free points reward gift from Sephora beauty insiders, and it stays on really well! I love stick eyeliners that you do not have to sharpen! It won't replace my one true love, Stila.
five: Vaseline Spray & Go Lotion
I saw an ad for this in a magazine and instantly ran to Walgreens to find it. Well, I finally found it at Target. I really love the idea of this and it is perfect for lazy gals. You still have to rub in it, but you are guaranteed total coverage. Perfect for the summer time!
(It comes in the cocoa butter & aloe lotions, too)
six: Urban Decay Naked2 Palette
I will always love my NAKED palette, but I was read to mix things up and finally invest in the Naked2. I love the shades, all great UD quality, with a two sided brush. (My favorite colors? Pistol, verve, & YDK.)
If you have been around this little blog for any period of time, you may have noticed that I am a beauty fanatic as well. I am always game to try a new trend, product, or styling device. When Misikko.com asked me to review their premier hair dryer, the Hana Air, I was completely ready to accept the challenge. It's rated as their best hair dryer and was voted the as the Premier Hair Dryer in 2010 and 2011!
Preface: It is important to note that I have naturally curly, unruly hair and like (almost) every curly headed lady out there, I have always coveted sleek, silky straight locks. I have long been searching for products and tools to make my hair that way for the longest time now. The hair drying process used to be a mundane step that I loathed daily! Not anymore...
First Impressions: The packaging on on a product from Misikko.com makes you feel like a kid at summer camp getting a care package from Mom. I mean, they go the extra mile to make you feel special!
Product: It's lightweight, it's sleek, and it's got a long cord. CHECK CHECK CHECK!I plugged in this baby and it blew me away, literally. The power and wattage is truly impressive. It has many different settings from cool, warm, & hot. This is honestly the first dryer I've owned that truly blew cool air when you wanted it. I like to blast my locks with cool air after blowdrying and this dryer really did it!My hair felt softer and there was ZERO static.I can honestly say that the HANA air hair dryer passed every curly hair ---> straight hair item on the check list.Best of all, I was frizz free :)
(Pic on right: After using the dryer, very smooth hair with my natural wave)(Pic on left: after straightening, my hair has never been this sleek and smooth!)Even for those not hair care obsessed (like me), this product will simplify your beauty routine and make you feel and look lovely!Check out the other amazing styling products available from Hana, I know I have my eye on the Hana Elite Ceramic Flat Iron.Check out Misikko.com and check out their wide variety of products (including CHI Hair Products!!!)
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I recently fell in love with the turban headband trend (and wanted to buy a handmade one)CHECK!So now- I am having trouble styling it for everyday life.I never turn down a headband. So check out how I styled it and let me know what you think.
The turban itself is cranberry red. I love love love the color, the possibilities are endless.It is so well made and comfortable. Let's get down to it.
1) Turbo-Turban: the most normal way to wear it. Over hair that is completely down. May look better with hair in waves.2) Fake Bangin': aka I pinned my hair back to appear as if I had bangs. I'm anti-bangs for myself, but everyone wearing turbans HAVE bangs. SO I gave it a go, P.S. totally fooled my family.3) Party Pony: My hair is parted like normal, with a normal ponytail and some volume.4) Vintage Vibe: Front of hair pinned back. Turban worn like regular headband.
So what do y'all think is the BEST look for me?Which one would YOU wear?
I bought this turban from one of my favorite blogger's online stores. Kim from Yellow Songbird sold them bid-like on twitter.She's the cutest.
^ This is how Kim wore it ^
Whoa, that grid of pictures is like Bekah overload.Sorry...you're welcome.
I got dressed today... AND I looked super cute.
