Fall 2013 Color Trends!!

Hey lovelies!! Sorry I have been so m.i.a, but I am back today with new content and new ideas!! I will be telling you about the fall 2013 color trends. Everyone always wants to know about the fashion and beauty trends, but everyone forgets about the color trends!! But have no fear, I am here to tell you!! So let’s begin… - Emerald (color of the year) - Mykonos Blue - Linden Green - Acai (which is also a great food) - Samba - Koi - Deep Lichen Green - Vivacious - Turbulence - Carafe So I hope this helps you when you go shopping during black Friday, or whenever you have a chance to indulge in some retail therapy!! I hope this post helped and have a great day!! Come back for some more fun!! Source: Pantone.com - AM

Summer 2013 Fashion and Beauty Trends!!

Hey lovelies!! So, today I will be talking to you about the summer trends!! I know we are already half way through summer but at least I made this post!! You should try some of these trends out, but always remember, you should only try them if you like them!! So lets begin...

Fashion:

• Crop Tops
• Circle Skirts
• Mini Dresses
• Black and White
• Neon
• Chevron
• Maxi Dresses

Beauty:

• Colored Eyeliner
• Matte Lips
• Beach Waves
• Low Buns
• Glowing Cheeks
• Bold Eyebrows

So, I hope you like some of these trends and try them out!! I know I will definitely try all the beauty trends and some of the fashion trends!! Thanks and have a great day!! Congrats to the Royal Family on their little Prince George of Cambridge!! 

- AM

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DIY Sea Salt Spray!!

Hey Lovelies!! So today I will tell you how to make a sea salt spray for your hair!! It can give your hair beachy waves that look good on everyone!! Since it is the summer, I know a lot of people don’t like using heat on their hair but still want those nice waves! You can use this spray on dry or wet hair; you can use it on hair that just came out of the ocean too!! Just spray it evenly on your hair and you can scrunch your hair a little to get more of a curl!! So let’s begin!!

What you will need:

· Hair Gel

· Spray Bottle

· Coconut Oil

· Sea Salt

· 1 Cup of warm water

· Teaspoon

Steps:

1.      Put the warm water into your spray bottle.

2.      Add a teaspoon of sea salt to your spray bottle. 

3.      Add half a teaspoon of coconut oil to your spray bottle, the reason for this is because it will prevent your hair from drying out because sea salt will dry your hair out.

4.      Add half a teaspoon of hair gel to your spray bottle to help keep the curl.

5.      Shake all the ingredients are mixed together!!

I hope you liked this DIY!! Come back for more fun!! Have a great day!!

- AM
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WHO, WHAT, SPF??

                Hey Lovelies!! Sorry I haven’t posted in such a long time!! But today I am back and ready!! It is getting hotter and many of you are ready to go out in the sun, but, I decided to let you know some facts and that important SPF and some great sunscreens!! So let’s begin!!

                There are so many sunscreens out in the market. Some say they will defend against sun damage, others premature aging and others waterproof, and then you have the tanning lotions. What was the difference between sun block and sunscreen?? What is UVA/UVB and broad-spectrum?? Waterproof versus water resistant? The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) passed a law that ensured new and improved packaging coming out this year! You will only see water resistant for solutions that last up to 40 – 80 minutes. Broad spectrum on solutions that live up to the highest protection levels of UVA/UVB sunrays. UVA are the rays that age skin, while UVB are the rays that burn skin. Any solution that doesn’t meet the broad-spectrum level will be called UVA/UVB protection.  Always look for broad-spectrum! Anything under SPF 15 will have labels that indicate a risk for skin cancer. Skin cancer is rising in the USA and is the most common cancer in the USA. You should be using at least SPF 45 every time you are in the sun! JUST REMEMBER, you can still get a tan with SPF 50, and it will be the safe way too!!

Here are some great sunscreens:

Dry or Sensitive Skin: Aveeno Protect + Hydrate Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 ($10): The oatmeal is great for dry and sensitive skin because it will sooth the skin while still being hydrating, nourishing, and the biggest thing of all, protecting your skin from the sun!! It soaks into the skin fast and is not oily as an added plus!!

If you burn easily: Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 70 ($11): it is a light creamy formula, that doesn’t smell bad (like all of these sunscreens I am showing you). You do need to reapply it (like all the other sunscreens) but it gives a very good protection, and you will still get a tan!! Does come in spray form!! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

Bronze Glow: Australian Gold Sheer Coverage Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Spray ($12): Bronzing oil, with SPF 50!! Like who doesn’t want this!! It gives a bronzy glow and does everything tanning oil does, but without the harmful part!! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

Non Aerosol Spray: Alba Botanica Very Emollient Sunscreen Sport Spray SPF 40 ($11): It does need to be rubbed in but does get sprayed evenly on the skin!! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

Sunscreen/Antioxidants: Dr. T's Supergoop Continuous Mist Broad Spectrum SPF 30 ($19): The sunscreen has antioxidant vitamin C which helps to brighten skin. Natural citrus oils make this sunscreen smell oh so fresh!! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

Water Sports: Nature's Gate Aqua Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Aqua Sunscreen ($7): This sunscreen was designed for water sports. It is the thickest consistency and has a mixture of zinc oxide and chemical sunscreen ingredients for that super SPF 50. Shea butter, chamomile, and rosemary give it hydration effects. This is perfect for any person that stays in the sun and water for a long time! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

                You should be able to find most of these sunscreens in the drugstore!! I hope you liked this post and I will be getting back on track with the blog posting, starting now!! Have a great day!!

-          AM

Valentine's Day Outfit Ideas!!

Hey Lovelies!! I have a lovely (get it, love, like Valentine’s Day), posts for you today! I have 3 outfits for every occasion!! No need for a date to wear these outfits on the 14th, your friends, or maybe even alone time is exactly what you will need on Valentine's Day!! I love getting dressed up even if I will be watching the movie Valentine's day at home cuddled up with my dog!! You can wear these outfits everywhere and feel gorgeous!! So let’s begin…


Foreign Film Red Dress


This outfit is for a date night, maybe with someone special or your best girlfriends celebrating singleness!! Love It!! I like the color, and the longer sleeves, since we still are in the winter season it will keep you a little warmer. I like that it is body con so it will show off your curves. I like the V neck that isn’t too low but perfect for showing a little decollate skin! I would pair this with gold jewelry and nude heels.

Someday Sweetheart Strapless Blush Pink Midi Dress

Next outfit is a little more casual but perfect for date night like the first outfit. I like the sweetheart neckline, a very girly appeal. The color is perfect for everyone! I would wear gold or silver jewelry on this outfit, you can be daring and wear red heels also, or stick to nude for a very sweet look.

Red Cropped Pants

The last outfit is casual dressy. I would wear this to a movie date, or a less casual affair. It is girly but still gorgeous. I like that the red pants are incorporated to stay with Valentine’s Day colors. The black blazer is an essential and gives a more dressy appeal to the outfit. I would wear flats or go with wedges/ heels to make it more glam; nude or black is perfect. Like every look here, you can wear silver or gold jewelry. Whatever you think works well with your complexion and style!!

All the outfits here today are from LuLu's; a great store for everything girly and glam!!

I hope you liked all the outfits and try them out!! If you do take inspiration from any of these outfits, tweet a picture to me!!

-         AM

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OOTN

Hey Lovelies!! How are you today on this fine Saturday!! I attended a party last night for my friends birthday, so I decided to share what I wore!! So lets begin...

I was going for sophisticated glam and I think I achieved the look. My dark grey tanktop is from Sugarlips. My essential blazer that every girl should have, its a staple, is from Forever 21. My black sparkly skirt was a gift, so I don't know where I got it. I am wearing black tights with my nude heels. I really didn't add any pop of color, I really wanted to go for neutrals. My bracelet and Necklace are also from Forever 21. I wore my hair straight and my nails are Sally Hansen Nail Polish Strips in kitty kitty, it is just cheetah print, I love them!!

Thanks, and sorry for not posting in a long time, I think I will start posting blog posts on Sundays and Wednesdays. So look out for 2 every week! I swear!! Come back for more fun!

P.S. If you attended a party tweet me a pic of your outfit, I would love to see it!

- AM
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How I Curl My Hair: Everyday Curly Hair!!

Hey Lovelies!! So I haven't posted a new blog post in such a long time and I am so sorry for that; I have been in love with curling my hair for an everyday look so I decided why don't I show you how to do it also!! I like to use a regular curling iron to get looser and more "natural" curls, when using a wand I seem to get more tighter curls which I don't prefer for an everyday look!! I love the Conair Instant Heat 1 inch Curling Iron. I got it from Target last year and it is still going strong. I personally think Conair curling irons are great, I have another one that is 1/2 in and that also works great!! I think the 1 in just makes amazing curls!!

Before I curl my hair I always use heat protectant, I use the Tresemme Heat Tamer Spray, it works with all heat products but I primarily use it for just curling my hair. If I do straighten it I will use the John Frieda Straight Heat Protectant. It is really important to use a heat protectant, it is essential to shield it from over heating and damaging or breaking the hair. I like to flip my head over and spray this on the front and back of my hair then brush it through with a wide toothed comb to distribute it all over my hair evenly.

When I curl my hair I split my hair into 2 parts, from the top of the ear and up; I first work with the bottom section. I like to wrap the hair around the curling iron away from my face. I keep the hair smooth on the surface of the iron, if you keep it like bunched up it will come out with a different curl. I like to keep my ends out of the curl so I don't damage them and get split ends.

I hold it for 10 - 20 seconds, on 9 which is probably 200 - 250 degrees.

After I am done I like to drop the curl into my palm and hold it there for 5 seconds while it curls off.



Usually I don't like to put any product on my hair after I curl it but if I did I would put a pea size amount of the John Frieda Secret Weapon Finishing Creme. I scrunch it into my hair and it just tames frizz and adds some more curl and shine. I would also spray some Big Sexy Hair Spray and Play Volumizing Hair Spray to add volume and keep the curl all throughout the day. I also like to scrunch this after spraying to add more of a curl.



First picture is when it is completely done (without hairspray and finishing creme). I flip my hair over and shake it a little and this is the complete finished look in the second picture. Now I am completely done!! You can add a braid, twist, clip or any hair accessory to add more glam!!

Thanks!! Hope you try this out!! If you do, send me a picture on twitter!! https://twitter.com/FashionForwardA

- AM

Have a great day!! Do you have any techniques or products you love to use for curling your hair, let me know in the comments!! 

Say What: Lemon Water

I drink alot of water every day, and just drinking plain water gets boring, I have done my research and learned a great tip about lemons!! Not only do they add flavor to your boring water but they have amazing benefits also!!

1.      Lemons have a lot of Vitamin C, antioxidants, and Citric Acid which help boost your immune system, and increases collagen for smooth glowing skin!

2.      Lemons will actually reduce hunger and it is also amazing for detoxifying your body which will get all the toxins out and keeping all the good stuff in! Also it is great for digestion!

3.      Research has shown that it will actually keep you more alert, which is a plus for those Monday mornings in class where you’re just too tired to pay attention!

I like to put a lemon slice in my water every morning and just drink it while I get ready in the morning, which will keep me hydrated for the day! Fun fact: when you wake up you are actually dehydrated since over night you have not drank any fluids so drinking water right when you wake up will help, like I said, in hydration! Finally, water can also clear your skin, so say bye bye to breakouts!

Hope you drink a lot of lemon water today! Thanks and come back for more!

- AM
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Drugstore Makeup Favorites!!

Hey Lovelies!! Today, I was thinking what I should do for a post, and I was thinking, since I do alot of high end favorites, I decided to do a favorites for the drugstore. This tag is perfect because the drugstore is affordable, and close to really anyone. Over the years, drugstore makeup has become amazing quality! So lets begin!!

1. Favorite drugstore makeup brand!
- I would have to say, it is a mix between Maybelline, Revlon and L'Oreal. I like all Maybelline products. I like the Revlon Colorstay/ Photo Ready products and from L'Oreal I like their lip products.

2. Favorite face, cheek, eye and lip products!
- Foundation: Revlon Colorstay is by far my favorite! It stays put ALL day and it does not fade, look cakey, or crease. It is also super build able which is great for everyone because you can put just a little on for light coverage or build it up for full coverage, suited for all skin types.

- Concealer: Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer! I put this under my eyes to camouflage my dark circles and just by putting this on over my foundation it looks like I got a full nights sleep (but really who ever does)! You can also highlight your features (top of cheekbones, bridge of nose, cupids bow, below lips, forehead) with it which is great, it is basically a 2 in 1 product.

- Setting Powder: Maybelline Dream Matte Powder! It really locks in your concealer and foundation and keeps it in place all day. It is really perfect for anyone that has combination/ oily skin types. I like to pat my settingpowder onto the skin because, once you put your foundation and concealer on, it isn't exactly into your skin and if your sweep the powder on you can move your foundation and concealer; so i pat it into to really lock in everything!

- Bronzer: Physicians Formula Bronze Booster! This product is amazing for contouring, it gives you an all over glow that wont make you orange but gives you just the best tan! It also has some benefits like, carob tree extract which helps to naturally enhance a healthy-looking bronze glow. Vitamin C and E are potent antioxidants which help to improve skin's clarity and radiance. If you use it daily it helps to boost skins natural luminosity.

- Blush: Revlon Photo Ready Cream Blushes! They may only have a few colors but they are really great for a natural blushing color! Blush is basically a way to brighten the face and this is just great for that!

- Lip Balm: Maybelline Baby lips! They are so nice! They come in clear and have some colored balms if you want a little color on your lips. They last well and just make your lips so smooth and soft, even in the winter season! Also I love the L'Oreal Color Riche Balms!

- Lip Sticks/ Gloss: Really any L'Oreal gloss or lip stick is nice! All of the ones I have are smooth and apply nicely! I love the 8 hour Infallible Le Glosses from L'Oreal though, they are amazing! They have great color, are opaque, and last for such a long time! They also have plumping lip glosses that do the trick for any one who just wants to enhance there lips and make them fuller!

- Lip Stains: Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains.

- Lip Butter: I Love the Revlon Lip Butters! They are amazing, that's it, just amazing!

- Cream Eye Shadows: Maybelline 24 Hour Cream Eye shadows are amazing! I have some of the Makeup Forever cream shadows and the Maybelline ones are just as amazing for a fraction of the cost! They stay on great, don't crease and are perfect for eye shadow bases for any eye look. I like Bad to the Bronze the most, it is just an amazing product!

- Mascara: I like any of the Maybelline mascaras, they all are great and just make your lashes look fantastic!

- Eyeliner: I like the Revlon Color Stay Eye liners, they are creamy, stay in place, and are pigmented!

- Gel Liner: Maybelline gel liners! I like to put this on my lower lash line to pull a look together and it just gives me the neatest line ever! I just love how nicely it applies!

- Liquid Liner: Revlon Color stay Liquid Liner Pen! I love just putting this on my upper lash line and it just makes them look so much thicker and great!

Thanks! Have a great day!!

- AM
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Beauty Awards!!

Hey lovelies!! I was looking at ElleandBlair.com and they posted a link to a website called Daily Glow. They held the top beauty and skin care products of 2012 recently. I thought you may want to look at some of the different products that got awards! I went through them and saw some of my favorite products so I thought you may want to go through and see if some of your favorite products got an award!
Here is the link: http://www.dailyglow.com/awards

Thanks and have a great day!!

- AM

Fabulous Fitness!!

Hey!! So today I have a really smart workout plan for you! I love being fit and working out, it makes me feel so good about myself! Today, I have the smartest workout plan ever!! 2 of my favorite trainers, Karena and Katrina, the founders of the amazing fitness website, Tone It Up!, have made a 6 week fitness program for everyone wanting to shape up after the holidays and get ready to look fantastic for a special someone on Valentines day, its called the Love Your Body Series!! If you haven't looked at the calender recently then you may want to know that Valentines day, or the day of love, is in just 6 weeks!! Karena and Katrina have made a calender for the month of January that has a different activity/ workout for everyday! Better yet, they are giving away prizes from Victoria's Secret throughout the 6 weeks! You can join for free just by giving your name and email, and you will be entered in the series, easy, right! It really isn't that hard, I mean, you know you will not be alone, I will be doing it also, so why not do it with me! Get off your butt's and kick off the new year right with getting toned, slimmed, and looking/ feeling great! They even have full workout videos on YouTube that you can do in the comfort of your home!

- Tone It Up! Love Your Body Series Page: http://toneitup.com/blog.php?L-VE-Your-Body-Series-5657

- Tone It Up! Website: http://toneitup.com/

- Where to sign up!: http://toneitup.com/blog.php?New-Year-s-Challenge-...-What-could-it-be-5655

- YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/ToneItUpcom

Hope you love it as much as I do! Thanks and Happy New Year!!

- AM
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Review: Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette!!

Hey Lovelies!! Guess What! My first review ever! Today I am talking about the new Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette!! It has 6 shadows, ranging from light to dark, perfect for every look!

It is small and compact so it is perfect for traveling, or throwing in your bag for touch ups! It is the same size as an iPhone if you were wondering the size.

It has a mirror when you open it, perfect for applying/ reapplying makeup!

As you can see, the shadows are perfect for any look, preferably a matte neutral look.

Venus - skin tone, light color, this is the only shadow that has a slight shimmer to it. I would use this as a highlight color for the inner corner and brow bone.

Foxy - skin tone color with yellow undertones. perfect for an all over lid color to hide any redness or veins.

W.O.S - skin tone color. I love to sweep this over my lids and it brightens up the eyes!

Naked 2 - Perfect light brown color for the lids. You can use it to fill in your eye brows, or you can use it as a liner for the bottom lash line just to make them a little more prominent.

Faint - Brown color, perfect for crease, lining, or lid color. I like to put this is my outer corner and crease then line the bottom lash line with it, it just looks perfect with Naked 2.

Crave - Deep brownish black color. Perfect for the smokey eye looks, or lining your upper and lower lash line. You could also put this in your crease to give the ultimate drama eye. I like to line my upper lash line with crave because it makes them look fuller!

Thanks!! Have a great day and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

- AM

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Some of My Favorite Fashion Quotes!!

• "Fashion has two purposes: comfort and love. Beauty comes when fashion succeeds". - Coco Chanel

• "Fashion fades, only style remains the same". - Coco Chanel

• "Success is often achieved by those who don't know that failure is inevitable". - Coco Chanel

• "Simplicity, good taste, and grooming are the three fundamentals of good dressing and these do not cost money". - Christian Dior

• "It is unforgivable to do what one doesn't love, especially if one succeeds". - Christian Dior

• "I think we have to be aware that people are allowed to make mistakes in their life". - Christian Dior

Have a great day and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

- AM

Favorites: Hair Care!!

It is the end of the favorite’s series! Today is my favorite hair products! I do not do a lot to my hair; I leave it natural about 99% of the time. Occasionally I will curl it and, omg if I ever straighten it, something is going on. I do not want to damage my hair so I do prefer leaving it natural so that I keep my hair healthy! I have very thin flat hair so I really like to use things to give me more volume! So let’s begin!

Favorite…

1.       Shampoo: I am using the Big Shampoo from Lush. I just started using it last week though, but I already fell in love with it! It gives me volume, shine, and leaves my hair so soft! This shampoo has seaweed in it to soften the hair and citrus for mega shine! It also contains sea salt which is great for de greasing the hair! It’s natural too! It has a much different texture then regular shampoos but don’t worry, you use it exactly the same way!

       2.       Conditioner: To go hand in hand with the shampoo, I also like Big Solid Conditioner from Lush. It gives your hair mega volume, shine, and softness. Basically you rub it all over the place where you would normally put your conditioner, don’t be fooled by the way it looks.

3.       Fortifying Shampoo: I like the Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Fortifying Shampoo. I remember using it for the very first time and I was like “HOLY MOLY” I do not use a lot on my hair but I felt a difference with the texture of my hair. It felt clean. This shampoo is great for taking all the buildup and dirt out of your hair and deep cleaning it.

4.       Oil Treatment: Bio Silk Silk Therapy is my favorite! I also like Moroccan oil but bio silk is my holy grail! I have been using it forever and it just adds shine and softness to my hair. I also use it as a detangle product; before I brush my hair out I like to put a dime sized amount in my hair and it helps take out all the tangles.

5.       Heat Tamer Spray: Tressemè Heat Tamer Spray is my favorite for blow drying and curling (it also can be used for flat ironing) my hair. I like the pump because it evenly distributes the product all over my hair. My favorite for flat ironing is the John Frieda Frizz Ease Heat Defeat which is ideal for straightening your hair. This product weighs down the hair so that it is easier to flat iron, which means using less heat!

6.       Hairspray: L'Oreal Elnett Hair Spray is the bomb.com! I can spray this all over my head and it won’t get crunchy! My #1 pet peeve with hairspray is crunchiness, I can’t stand it, and I need to be able to move my hair. I usually will spray it right after doing my curls and then run through them to separate and my curls will stay in place and won’t lose the curl, love it!

7.       Dry Shampoo: I like the Batiste Dry Shampoo. I do not like oily roots and this baby zaps them away! Whenever I am running somewhere and I feel like my hair looks gross, (it happens to all of us) I will add a little bit of this all over my roots and my hair will look better! I also like the Sauve Keratin Infusion Dry Shampoo which also does the trick.

8.       Blow dry Cream: Organix Moroccan Smooth Perfection Blow Out Cream is great! It makes my hair extra soft and smooth and adds a bunch of shine! I like to use it at night right after my bio silk silk therapy and both of these products just make wonders for my hair!

9.       Sea Salt Spray: Not Your Mother's Beach Babe Texturizing Sea Salt Spray. If I ever use anything to get more refined lose curls then I use this product when my hair is damp. I love to put this in my hair at night before bed and twist little sections around my fingers and when I wake up I have nice lose curls! They do look great if I might add!

10.   Finishing Crème: John Frieda Frizz Ease Secret Weapon Flawless Finishing Creme. This is the ultimate product to hold, add shine, and put the cherry on top of any do. After I straighten or curl my hair I just add this and viola, my look is complete!  

11.   Curling Iron: Hot Tools Curling Irons are amazing! I love them! I just love how they are great quality, and last for a long time!

12.   Flat Iron: KQC Flat Iron. This is supposed to be one of the best flat irons on the market, and omg I can agree! It takes me 5 minutes to straighten my hair when I use this, even though I never do it, but that’s okay. I go over my hair once and it is straight, I love it! I also have used it on my friend who has thick, long, coarse hair and it makes her hair look really good also, so it works on every hair type!

Thanks!! Have a great day!! I hoped you liked this series!! I will have my first makeup and hair tutorial up very soon!!

-          AM

Favorites: Skin Care!!

Hey!! Part 3!! Today I am talking about skin care, probably the most important part of this favorites series!! I do a lot of research in skin care just to make sure I know exactly what I am doing/ applying to my skin, I mean your skin is really important to you! So let’s begin!

Favorite…

1.      Face Wash: Cetaphil Cleanser is probably the best face wash I have ever had, it is my holy grail. Every time I run out I always end up going right back to Cetaphil. It is a very gentle cleanser made for all skin types that cleanses but doesn’t strip your skin of natural essential oils. I use this in the morning and at night!





2.      Face Moisturizer: I love the Aveeno Daily Moisturizer. It brightens and smoothes the skin, basically it is suppose to improve the tone and texture of the skin. It’s perfect for the morning because it isn’t too thick but just light enough for morning application. But you should always moisturize in the morning and night!

3.      Body Moisturizer: I like the Nivea Smooth Sensation daily body lotion. It’s not too thick for a daily lotion but it absorbs fast and for me it doesn’t leave an oily base on the top of my skin which I hate. I use this right when I get out of the shower.

4.      Under Eye Cream: Lush Enchanted Eye Cream is my favorite. For one thing it is all natural, which means no phosphates or parabens, which aren’t the best for your skin. Also it really is good for soothing the eye area and smoothing fine lines. I like to put this on after my toner and eye roller and just before my face moisturizer. Always Remember, DO NOT put eye cream right under the eye, it will irritate your eyes, always put it about an inch below the eye, the cream will crease up to the desired place and set into the skin. You just need a VERY small amount because a little goes along ways!

5.      Under Eye Roller: Now most of you will probably be saying “what the heck is an eye roller?” Well the Garnier Skin Renew Anti Puff Eye Roller is amazing. Sadly I do have puffiness underneath the eye area so I love to use this product every morning before moisturizer and it just reduces the puffiness and freshens my eye area. I love using this product, seriously it is a life savor! Using this product and the eye cream makes wonders for my eye area!

6.      Toner: I like the Breath of Fresh Air Toner from lush. It’s perfect for soothing the skin and calming it. I use this product at night before my moisturizer. The aloe vera cools the skin while rose and clarifying herbs sooth and balance skin.

7.      Body Wash: Dove Cool Moisture Body Wash. I like the cucumber and green tea scent. For one thing this moisturizes, cleanses, and calms the skin at once! It kills 3 things in one use!

8.      Face Scrub: St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Scrub is my holy grail! I use it about 4 times a week; I like to use it at night. It really just deep cleans and gets all the buildup in my pores out. Apricots are great antioxidants that gently clean and nourish skin! This product brightens the complexion of your skin.

9.      Body Scrub: Ocean Salt from Lush is a great scrub. It really deep cleans your skin; it also isn’t so harsh on the skin which is also an advantage. The sea salt is perfect for really getting into the pores and zapping all the dirt, makeup, and oil build up to reveal fresh skin! It is also a face scrub! This product has avocado and coconut which is perfect for hydrating your skin; the vodka and lime works as an antibacterial property.

10.  Face Mask: My favorite right now is the Freeman Facial Clay Mask. Avocado and oatmeal (which is in the mask) are ideal for deep cleaning and softening the skin.

11.  Self Tanner: (1) St. Tropex Tan Bronzing Mousse is amazing! I love the way it gives such a natural tan and it isn’t streaky for me, they also have a mitten for application so that your hands don’t get that unruly irregular color between the fingers (self tanner’s worst nightmare!). (2) But if I want a gradual tan then I will use the Jergens Natural Glow Revitalizing Self Tanner.

12. Makeup Remover: I love the Mac Cleanse off Oil and Tranquil. I will use this then right after I wash my face, all my makeup will vanish, this really gets everything off. It also soothes the redness from irritating your eye area from the tugging of the lashes and eyes. It gets off waterproof mascara also, which is a major plus!

13.  Hand Cream:  Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion is a great hand cream. I apply it in the morning and at night and my hands are always smooth. I hate when my hands are even a little dry and with the use of this hand cream I don’t have that problem, ever (especially since I am a germ phoebe).

Thank you!! Come back soon for a complete look for NYE (New Years Eve)!! Have a great day!!

- AM

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