Review: Valentia True Glow Eye Cream and Ultra Plumping Hydration Mask*

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Today I am going to share my thoughts on two products by Valentia. I will be talking about their True Glow Eye Cream and Ultra Plumping Hydration Mask. For those of you unfamiliar with Valentia, it is a skincare company focused on creating products with natural and organic cosmetic ingredients to help repair and protect the skin.They provide customers of all different skin types with scientifically advanced products to meet individual skincare needs. The company was named after the Roman Goddess of Healing, Valentia. She used berries, herbs, barks, and other natural products in her healing. This company also uses natural ingredients due to their protective, preventative, and corrective powers, Keep reading to hear more about the products that I have been trying out!
http://www.valentia.com/pages/about-us

Review: Maybelline Face Studio Master Contour

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Today I'm going to share my thoughts on the new Maybelline Face Studio Master Contour kits. Every beauty brand has come out with their on contour kits and these one caught my eye. This palette comes in Light/Medium and Medium/Dark. I decided to pick both up since there was a sale at CVS and I got these at a discounted price. Keep reading to hear my thoughts.

Maybelline Face Studio Master Contour in Medium/Dark $12.99

Both palettes come with a contour, blush, and highlight shade, The Medium/Dark contour shade is a matte warm bronze color. It wasn't too orange in my opinion. The blush is a shimmery coral with gold flecks. Its not overly shimmery and reminds me alot of the Balm Hot Mama blush and the Nars Orgasm blush. The highlight is a shimmery champagne shade. I really liked all three shades in this palette.

Review: Milani Everyday Eyes Powder Eyeshadow Collection in Bare Necessities

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Today I'm going to share my thoughts on the new Milani Everyday Eyes Powder Eyeshadow Collection in Bare Necessities. I used to use Milani eyeshadows back in high school and thought that they were really good. I didn't really hop on the band wagon when they came out with their new shadows however, after seeing Elle's review of this palette on her blog Elle Sees, I had to pick it up! Keep reading to hear my thoughts.

Milani Everyday Eyes Powder Eyeshadow Collection in Bare Necessities $9.99

This palette comes with two matte shadows and four shimmer shadows. The colors range from champage shades, to deep bronze shades.

There are 6 different color palettes to choose. This palette seemed like the one that I would use the most as I tend to gravitate towards neutral shades.

The palette itself is nothing spectacular but I wasn't really concerned with the packaging. The quality of the shadows are far more important.

Review: Wet n Wild Color Icon Blushes

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Today I am going to share my thoughts on the newly formulated Wet n Wild Color Icon blushes. Ashley from Ashley Sue Makeup raved about the Rose Champagne shade so I had to pick it up! Keep reading to hear my thoughts!

Review: Tarte Greatest Glitz Collector's Set

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Today I am going to share my thoughts on the Tarte Greatest Glitz Collector's Set. I recieved this set for Christmas and am just getting around to reviewing it. This set was $49.00 and was exclusive to Ulta but it is no longer available. Just a heads up...this is a very picture heavy post. Keep reading to hear my thoughts on this set and to see some looks that I created!

Tarte Greatest Glitz Collector's Set

The set comes with 3 portable mini palettes plus deluxe sized samples of  a Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara and a LipSurgence Lip Creme in Flashy. 

Review: Korres Wild Rose Vitamin C Petal Peel*

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Today I am going to share my thoughts on the KORRES Wild Rose Vitamin C Petal Peel. I have used their body butters before and really liked them so i was super excited to be able to try out some of their skincare products. Keep reading to hear my thoughts on this two step peel system!

KORRES Wild Rose Vitamin C Petal Peel $64.00

Here is what is said about these products on the Sephora site:

"Peel, heal, and reveal brighter, petal-soft skin—naturally. A powerful natural alternative to chemical peels, this advanced vitamin C brightening system supports natural cell renewal, helps smooth the appearance of fine lines and discolorations, and gives skin an instant boost of radiance. Step one, an aloe-based Activating Peel Gel, cleanses the skin while it opens pores to allow the active ingredients in step two to penetrate deeper. A 10 percent concentration of natural fruit, glycolic, and sugar-derived lactic AHAs peel away dead outer skin cells and remove impurities, dirt, and excess sebum without irritation. An equal concentration of healing aloe simultaneously soothes and softens skin. Step two, an intensive Brightening & Revealing Peel Mask, contains an additional dose of 10 percent AHAs and natural pomegranate enzymes for additional peeling, exfoliating, and resurfacing action. Vitamin C rich wild rose oil is boosted with pure, stabilized vitamin C to brighten skin while and aloe vera and hyaluronic acid heal, hydrate, and plump. "

http://www.sephora.com/wild-rose-vitamin-c-petal-peel-P395719?skuId=1702802

Review: LAVANILA Vanilla Bean Creamy Body Scrub*

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Today I'm going to share my thoughts on the LAVANILA Vanilla Bean Creamy Body Scrub. I have recieved LAVANILA products before in my Ipsy Glam bags. The have a full line of body products including deodorants, body butters, fragrances, and body scrubs. LAVANILA products are made from natural and organic ingredients that are free from any harsh chemicals. They are also eco friendly and do not test on animals. Keep reading to hear about their Vanilla Bean Creamy Body Scrub!

LAVANILA Vanilla Bean Creamy Body Scrub $40.00

Here is what is said about this product on the Sephora site:
"The vanilla bean has been used for years to protect, condition, and repair the skin. The essences of this plant are rich in polyketones and polyphenols that work together to deliver youthful-looking skin texture and powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. This ultra-creamy, non-greasy body scrub is formulated with crushed Madagascar vanilla beans blended with whipped shea butter and five nourishing essential oils. It whisks away dry, dead skin cells—revealing soft, hydrated, glowing skin. "
http://www.sephora.com/vanilla-bean-creamy-body-scrub-P401805?skuId=1761675

On to my thoughts:
I really enjoyed this body scrub! It is creamy yet gritty at the same time. This scrub smells AMAZING! It reminds me of a creamy vanilla coffee drink of some sort. I really enjoy vanilla scented products and this scrub is right up my alley. The crushed Madagascar vanilla beans add just the right amount of texture to help exfoliate the dead skin off your body. My skin felt nice and soft after using this scrub.I hear great things about the LAVANILA fragrance line and would love to try out those products next.

Have you tried any products by LAVANILA? Post your comments below!

*I was sent this product  for review purposes.  However, the thoughts and opinions in this post are my own. I am always 100% honest in my reviews for all products discussed on my blog.

January Favorites

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I can't believe its already February! January definitely flew by. I'm not too disappointed though because I can't wait for the Spring. I can't complain too much about the weather because it really hasn't been that bad compared to last year. It was actually almost 60 degrees on Sunday which was crazy! I had a well rounded mix of favorites this month including makeup, skincare, hair care, and fashion items. Check out my video below to hear about my favorites for February!




Products discussed in video:

Garnier Clean + Balancing Daily Exfoliator $7.99
First Aid Beauty Eye Duty Triple Remedy $36.00 Review HERE
Proganix Volume Root Boost Finish & Body Builder $11.99 Review HERE
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation and Powder  $7.99 Review HERE
ColourPop Ultra Matte Lip in StingRAYE $6.00 Review HERE
ColourPop Lippie Stix and Pencil in Grunge $5.00 each
Tarte Greatest Glitz Collector's Set and Portable Palettes $49.00
BaubleBar Twinkle Stud Duo $28.00
BaubleBar Bar None Layered Pendant $10.00
H&M Platform Boots $49.99

Thanks for watching!

What were your favorite products for January? Post your comments below!

Review: Play! By Sephora December 2015 & January 2016

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I didn't get around to filming my review of my December Play! By Sephora box so I decided to film it with my January box. For those of you unfamiliar with Play! By Sephora, it is Sephora's new subscription box for $10.00 a month. You get 5-6 deluxe size samples of makeup, beauty, skincare, and hair care items. All of the brands included in the box are high end brands that you can find at Sephora. Check out my video below to hear my thoughts on each box!

Play! By Sephora December 2015 "Oh What Fun"

Smashbox Full Exposure Palette $52.00

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb $80.00

Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner $19.00

Dr. Brandt PoreDermabrasion Pore Perfecting Exfoliator $58.00

NUDE Skincare Advanced Renewal Serum $78.00

Fresh Seaberry Moisturizing Face Oil $52.00

Play! By Sephora January 2016 "No Appointment Necessary"

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel $16.00

Tocca Beauty Isabel $68.00

Sephora Collection Green Tea Eye Mask $5.00

Dr. Brandt Skincare Needles No More $89.00

Living Proof Prime Style Extender Spray $20.00

Clinique Chubby Stick Sculpting Highlight $22.00

Here is a picture of me using the Sephora Green Tea Eye Mask:

Overall, I wasn't impressed with the December box. I am getting bored with tiny little eyeliner samples and a bunch of skincare. Also, I didn't like the paper samples or itsy bitsy little samples. I was glad to see the the January box was much better. The items interested me more and I was happy to see the big sample of the Clinique Chubby Stick. I loved the Sephora Green Tea Eye Mask! I'm not sure if I am going to cancel this box or not. I will wait a few more months then decide.

Are you interested in signing up for Play! By Sephora? You can get on their waitlist HERE.

What product interests you the most from this box? Post your comments below!