I am a big fan of makeup! In November of last year I joined BoxyCharm. I can’t believe I did not signup sooner.  I have been a member of Ipsy for 4 years and a friend asked me why I wasn’t a BoxyCharm subscriber so I had to check it out. I was impressed with my first box and have been happy ever since. I actually signed up for the BoxyLuxe subscription also which gives me even more makeup and skincare products every three months. BoxyCharm actually has three memberships you can join and I am also currently on the waiting list for their Premium Box.

With BoxyCharm you get 5 full size products with their Base Box for $25 a month. What is neat is you can pick one of your products that will be included in your box on a certain day of the month. I have now been putting this date on my calendar so I don’t forget. They also have add-ons that can be really FUN to buy at great prices which can also be a little addicting. …

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I have been a member of Ipsy for over 4 years now. I have collected 50 of their small bags and most of them I haven’t used YET but love to have in case I want to use them. Last month I finally decided to upgrade and go with their Ipsy Glam Plus membership that comes with a medium sized bag with 5 full size products instead of sample sizes. This was partially due to me joining BoxyCharm and getting full size products which made me want to switch. I then decided I also needed the Ipsy Glam Bag Ultimate that is a large size bag with 8 full size products. Below is what I receive in my first Ipsy Glam Plus Bag.

Goldfaden MD Doctor’s Scrub

This much-loved scrub features ruby crystals to polish away dead skin cells for a brighter, tighter complexion. Moisturizing jojoba oil, firming seaweed extract, and plumping hyaluronic acid work together to keep skin radiant – even if it’s dull and dreary out. 

I love a good facial scrub! My face always feels like it needs some exfoliation when I am washing it. The Doctor’s Scrub is a super thick feeling scrub that I really like and I like how it makes my skin feel more tight after using it! My bag came with the 1.7fl jar that retails for $38 but they have a 3.5fl for those who plan to use it often that retails for $75 on their website.

Complex Culture Press & Set Bronzer Brush

Every Complex Culture brush is made to multitask and save you time in your day. Thanks to its exclusive, luxuriously dense Syn-tech bristles designed to mimic natural brush hairs, this one sets your makeup, bronzes, and sculpts in a few quick and easy strokes.

I just LOVE the way this brush feels, especially on my face. Right now I am using it with my Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Bronzer which works awesome! I thought this would be perfect for my bronzer that has me smelling like chocolate in the mornings.

Hanalei Company Lip Treatment

Formulated with a unique blend of Hawaiian botanicals (like rare kukui nut oil, aloe, and agave), this lush lip treatment revives chapped lips. One swipe and you’ll be hooked.

This stuff makes my lips SOFT, refreshed and it has a pleasant sent. Definitely something I want to keep in my makeup bag in my purse to use when my lips get dry.

Sugar Cosmetics Wingman Waterproof Eyeliner 

Get the best cat eye of your life with this jet-black liquid liner. Its firm, easy-to-control tip draws clean, crisp lines every single me – no pro skills required. And the best part? The formula is 100% waterproof, so once it’s on, it’s on.

I use black eyeliner almost everyday so I was excited to receive this in my bag. The point is perfect for those wanting to make a wing or just a thin line on their eyes. I like a more thicker line on my eye so i just use it at an angle to make it thicker as I glide it on.

Huda Beauty Obsessions Palette

Achieve Instagram-worthy, Huda-level makeup (even if you don’t have her skills) with this versatile eyeshadow palette. This collection of eight matte finishes and  one duo-chrome shimmers blend like a dream in earthy tones of chocolate, sienna, caramel, and copper.

Achieve Instagram-worthy, Huda-level makeup (even if you don’t have her skills) with this versatile eyeshadow palette. This collection of eight matte finishes and  one duo-chrome shimmers blend like a dream in earthy tones of chocolate, sienna, caramel, and copper.

I love the colors in this palette so I was glad to add this one to my collection. Since I have been liking shimmers more than matte eyeshadows lately, the gold in this one is my favorite and has me wishing they were all shimmery.

I am pretty happy with this bag. I also got the Ipsy Deluxe bag too that I may share here on my blog. If you aren’t a member of Ipsy and like makeup and skincare products you are missing out. They have three different membership levels so you can find which one works for you! I am also a member of BoxyCharm if you want another makeup subscription to check out.

I don’t know about you but shower time (or bath time) is one of my favorite parts of the day! I have a big collection of shower gels, scrubs, etc to use every day! I also like to create my own beauty products that are just as good if not better than the ones that you can buy. Sometimes you might even have all the ingredients at home, especially if you are crafty! Below you will find a list of DIY Sugar Scrub Recipes to keep you buy and happy while you shower!

DIY Lemon Sugar Scrub

DIY Strawberry Sugar Scrub

DIY Pepperment Sugar Scrub

DIY Root Beer Float Sugar Scrub

DIY Chocolate Sugar Scrub

DIY Lemon Lime Sugar Scrub

DIY Coffee Sugar Scrub 

Making your own bath and body products can be fun for sure! It is also FUN to spoil yourself once in a while with a Bath and Body Works shopping trip too! Pampering yourself is a must from time to time and there are so many different products to use to make your skin soft, smooth and smelling good!

With beauty trends constantly changing, it can be hard to keep up. Add all of the responsibilities of motherhood on top of that, and knowing what’s in style is nearly impossible. Whether you plan on working after retirement age or not, staying up to date on beauty trends is a must. Luckily for you, this can be your one-stop shop for hair, makeup, and nail trends. Keep reading and you’ll discover the summer looks that will amplify your natural beauty, give you something different to try, and send your confidence through the roof.

Hottest Hair

Your hairstyle is one of the most noticeable things about you. While some use their hair to express themselves, others look at it in a more practical way. Whether you’re part of the first group, the latter, or fall somewhere in between, trying a new hair color can put a new spring in your step. If you’re part of the 68% of women who are unhappy with their hair, a new hair color can give you much more than a spring.

One of the most popular colors for this summer is boho blonde. Rather than a typical bright blonde, this shade is a bit more relaxed with darker tones at the roots and more vibrant ones at the ends. Another take on traditional blonde this summer is opting for a honey bronde shade. And no, that’s not a typo. Bronde is a shade right in between a brunette and blonde. Professional colorists often consider it a dirty-blonde color with warm gold undertones. This coloring compromise is perfect for those who want something different but don’t want to go completely blonde….

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It’s hard enough to get a handle on your skin when you’re a single woman in her early 20s. Younger people are turning to more severe methods to preserve their good looks — like Botox treatments, which normally last for three to six months. But there are many who would rather go the au naturale route. Of course, things get even more complicated once you have children. Not only will your changing hormones have a big impact on your complexion, but even maintaining any kind of regular skincare routine will be a struggle, given your schedule as a new mom.

And if you’re planning on going back to work shortly after you give birth, taking care of your skin will become even more important. Since 46% of adults in two-parent households work full-time jobs, it’s no surprise your self-care routine may go on the back burner. Although 51% of consumers use hair care products every day, skin care can be considered less important to busy new moms. But if you implement these skincare tips now, you might be able to avoid some of the common dermatological pitfalls and prioritize your own needs while raising your little one. Who says you can’t have it all? Here are some skincare secrets to help you turn your former pregnancy glow into some new mom radiance. …

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