Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Fall Favorites

I've been terribly sick with a fever lately, so what better thing to do than curl up under a cozy blanket, drink tea and watch youtube? Not that I don't do that everyday... IRREGARDLESS. I found this tag done by makeupTIA and I figured I'd give it a shot because I absolutely love fall (minus the allergies that are quite obviously trying to kill me); something about the crisp, fall air and sipping on your hot coffee while bundled up in a cozy scarf just screams comfort to me. So, enough talking writing; here we go!



BEAUTY FAVES


1. Face product: I don't want to give up my summer glow just yet. Not that I ever really had one to begin with (Irish girl probs), but I think a nice glow goes great for the beginning of the fall. Enter: Pixi Flawless Beauty Primer. Yes, yes, I know it's a primer, but dotting it along your cheekbone and browbone gives you this wonderful shimmer/shine/don't-I-look-lovely kinda thing. Just trust me on this one.

2. Cheek product: I do need to work on getting a berry-colored blush... maybe Rocketeur from Benefit? Right now I've been loving my Mary Kay Shy blush, but I'm thinking that sparkly pink should end with the summer.

3. Eye product: Winged liquid liner! I've been loving my Maybelline Master Precise felt tip liner for a more elegant look than the basic mascara

4. Lip product: I'm so not big on lip color, but I love me some lip balm. You can find me multiple times a day slathering on Burt's Bees.

5. Hair product: I'm finding myself to be very boring... I don't often change up my hair products or hair care. I use a Critical Care Serum by BioInfusions on my hair everyday after showering that makes my hair feel smooth and soft.

6. Fragrance / candle:
I love me some darker, muskier scents for fall. A new scent I've been legitimately obsessed with is Juicy Couture's Viva La Juicy Gold Couture. As for candles, fall scents kill me! Caramel Pumpkin Swirl by Bath & Body Works is to die for. To. Die. For.


7. Nail polish: I couldn't possibly choose a favorite... Several nail colors that you can find on my fingers in the fall are as follows: OPI Got the Blues for Red, Essie Warm & Toasty Turtleneck, and Essie Under the Twilight.


FALL FASHION FAVES

1. Trendy clothing item: I'm not so sure I go along with trends anymore... Although I totally love the kimono/cardigan kind of look! I'm sure I'll end up purchasing some kind of mix between the two this fall.


2. Comfy clothing item: Scarves and cardigans forever. Also, fuzzy socks.

3. Shoes: Over-the-knee boots! Working at DSW certainly has its perks...

4. Accessory: Scarves! Can I use that again? I'm totally using that again.



FUN FAVES


1. Halloween or Thanksgiving: Thanksgiving! Ever since graduating college, I find that it's no longer acceptable to get all dolled up in a skanky outfit and get completely sloshed at a party/bar. Sad times, people. Alas, the fat girl inside of me is choosing Thanksgiving.

2. Favorite festive food and/or drink: Pumpkin bread! Carrot cake! Red sangria!

3. What's the happiest part about fall for you: I'm someone who will actually go out of their way to step on a crunchy leaf. I'll also go out of my way to take the long way home to view all of the pretty trees slowly changing color.

4. Who do you tag: You!


Thursday, October 2, 2014

DIY Sugar Scrub

Somewhere between watching a million youtube videos today, I decided to finally get off my ass (for literally 5 minutes) to make myself a yummy scrub for dry skin.

I've been experiencing some lovely dry hands lately due to the drop in temperature and I've finally had it. I'm going to try to use this little scrub every night before bed.*

*Definitely don't use before trying to write a blog post, because you'll surely leave a nice oily residue all over your keyboard... you've been warned.

Simply mix brown sugar with some olive oil and voila -- an all over body scrub your skin will love. The sugar will exfoliate your skin, which is perfect for the inside of my lips that get super peely and gross (you're welcome for that image), and I don't have to worry about ingesting any weird ingredients because you could pretty much eat this stuff if the urge really strikes. The oil will feel super hydrating on your skin and all will be well in the world.


Side note: this mixture needs a bit more sugar, but feel free to play with the amount of ingredients as you please, and even add some essential oils for an even better taste!