For the last year I have this obsession with eyeshadow palettes. I think that I probably have more untouched palettes than the ones I have already tried and use. Last month I received the Venice Fling Bailey Sarian Estate Palette that I am happy that I received in one of my IPSY bags. I used to always prefer to go with all neutral shades but these days I love using sunset shades to this was a palette that I couldn’t wait to try once I had my hands on it.

This palette comes with 9 beautiful shades to create a bunch of looks! I have tried 8 out of the 9. I haven’t had a chance to do a look with the Rose Tattoo shade yet but I will.

I really like this palette because I love shimmery and glittery shades and I LOVE Sol, Ocean Ave, Roller Skates, Puppy Love and Venice Fling. Such pretty shades!

I love this palette so much that I redeemed 1,800 of my IPSY points for another one of these palettes so I have a backup! This is the first palette that I will have doubles of.

I really like when a palette comes with names for each of the shades. Here is names of the shades in the amazing palette:

• Sol – Yellow gold shimmer 
• Bonfire – Coral
• Rose Tattoo – Papaya
• Tan Lines – Warm brown
• Ocean ave- Rose gold shimmer
• Toasty – Brown terracotta 
• Roller skates – Purple shimmer
• Puppy love – Red rust shimmer
• Venice fling – Cool dark brown with silver foil

Once I used the palette I had to learn more about it. I think I love it even more after watching this video from Bailey Sarian about this palette release.

Every month I always tell myself I am going to cut back on my subscription boxes that I receive but it’s like an addiction. I don’t need them, I just want them! I thought I would share a picture of what I received in my Boxycharm September Premium Box this month. This is box variation #13 and has a retail value of $222.

Here is what was in my box:

• Eloise Beauty The Queen Eyeshadow palette ($46.00)

• Marc Jacobs YouthQuake Creme ($59.00)

• Emma Hardie Brilliance Facial Oil ($55.00)

• Kitsch Ice Roller ($18.00)

• Milk Makeup Kush Lip Scrub ($22.00)

• Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner ($22.00)

I think I am most excited about the eyeshadow palette because it has some pretty colors in it. I am least excited about the eye liner because it is a brown shade which I don’t wear. The Kitsch Ice Roller sounds fun to use as well as the Milk Makeup Kush Lip Scrub.

If you get Boxycharm feel free to share a comment below with what you received in your box.

We’ve all heard that we should be hydrating regularly. Although the morning routine of the average American uses 20 gallons of water, that doesn’t mean your body is getting all of the H2O that it really needs.

Dehydration can have many adverse effects, but you might not realize what it’s doing to your skin. Skin that’s dehydrated can appeal dull and can bring out wrinkles and dark circles. It’ll also feel tight and may be more prone to inflammation and congestion. In other words, your appearance actually depends on proper hydration. Drinking enough water can help both your skin and your teeth, which might be a huge selling point for the 80% of Americans who would like to have a whiter smile. But you’ll need to do more than refill your water bottle to take care of your epidermis. Here are some tips you’ll want to keep in mind if your goal is to create a properly hydrated beauty regimen.

Apply a Moisturizer to Damp Skin

Some people assume that if their skin is naturally oily, they shouldn’t apply moisturizer. But that’s actually not true. If your skin is dry and dehydrated, your body may actually produce more oil to compensate — and that leads to breakouts and other skin issues. Regardless of your skin type, you need to apply a facial moisturizer; the type of moisturizer you choose will depend on your skin’s unique needs. Skincare experts may suggest using a water-based moisturizer or one that has hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, or retinol. You should always apply your moisturizer to your skin when it’s damp to lock in that hydration!

Try a Serum, Eye Cream, or Face Mask

Ultimately, you may need more than one product to ensure your skin stays hydrated. While ordering a product with overnight or two-day delivery may cost you 50% or more than normal delivery fees, a rush charge may be well worth it if you need specialized products right away. Face and eye serums contain hydrating ingredients and are generally applied before moisturizer, while a high-quality face mask can usually be applied on a weekly basis to increase skin hydration. Since the skin under your eyes is more sensitive and more prone to hydration than the rest of the face, it’s a good idea to use an eye cream to prevent wrinkles and dark circles.

Turn Down the Heat and Turn Up the Humidity

If your goal is to keep your skin hydrated, you’ll want to be careful about exposing it to overly dry air. During the winter, this can be a problem, as your home’s heating can quickly make your skin look dull and listless. To offset the heat, be sure to use a home humidifier to restore moisture in the air. You may also want to rethink taking a long, hot shower or taking a trip to the sauna. Although these pampering sessions might feel good in the moment, they can dry out your skin and create problems later. In general, you should keep your bathing routine on the shorter side and lower the temperature of the water for the sake of keeping your skin moisturized.

Give Your Diet a Makeover

What you eat might be impacting your skin more than you realize. Fortunately, there are certain foods that can help keep your body moisturized and working as it should. Fruits and veggies like tomatoes, strawberries, watermelon, cucumber, citrus fruit, spinach, and avocadoes have a high water content, which means they’ll help your skin stay supple. Any food that helps with liver and gall bladder function — like grapefruit and endive — can actually help your skin look beautiful too, as your skin tends to look dry and red if your liver isn’t eliminating toxins in the right way. Berries can also be a great dietary addition, as their vitamin C can help your skin look fresh. Foods that are rich in omega 3, such as salmon, tuna, nuts, and flaxseed oil, can help your skin’s cells stay hydrated and may even reduce redness from sun damage.

In the end, dehydration can have a number of adverse effects. But if your skin is chronically dehydrated, you might become frustrated whenever you look in the mirror. By incorporating these tips into your beauty regimen, you can feel more beautiful from the inside out and achieve that natural glow you’ve always wanted.

I use multiple skincare products on my face everyday. First I use toner, then I use a serum. Sometimes I use an essence in between those two steps too! When it comes to serums I like to rotate using the ones that I have. I recently added the PurHeals Centella 90 Ampoule to my serum routine that I received in one of my BoxyCharm boxes I wanted to share.

What I like about this product is how it makes my skin feel once I put it on. Some serums make your face feel sticky or tacky. Just a little bit goes a long way.  I am not too much of a fan of the scent as it has an herbal scent which is okay but I love how thin it is and easy to apply. Since I use a moisturizer next, I like using serums that thick. I haven’t tried this but I also heard that some people buy this to help with acne scars so it sounds like a product that can be used for multiple things on your face.

Here is the description from Boxyharm:

A soothing serum containing 90% of centella asiatica extract. Relieves irritations of sensitive skin and strengthens the skin barrier. This serum contains Ceramide-3 which helps strengthen damaged skin’s moisture barrier and keeps the skin clear from the external environment.

I have been a member of Ipsy for almost 5 years now if not longer. I actually get all three of their monthly subscriptions right now.  I like their subscription because for one I love makeup but I also like bags. With my monthly subscription to Ipsy, not only do I receive new makeup and skincare to try, I also get a 3 new makeup bags to add to my collection since I have all three memberships.

Below is what I received in my Ipsy June 2020 Bag.

• House Of Makeup Nail Lacquer “Flat White”
• Lock-It Setting Powder “Translucent” 1.4 g
• Nanette Lepore Colors Of Nanette Body Lotion 1 fl oz
• Eggplant Mud Cream Mask .50 fl oz
• Ofra X Talia Mar Highlighter Covent Garden .35oz

I am most excited about the TALIA MAR Covent Garden Highlighter that was included! Just a little goes a long way with these types of products so I don’t mind if I don’t get a full size sometimes.

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