My Skincare Favorites

1. Face Wash
X-trap Daily Gentle Face Wash


http://sircuitskin.com/inc/sdetail/45581

2. Face Scrub
St. Ive's Blemish Control Apricot Scrub

http://www.stives.com/Facial-Products/Fresh-Skin/Invigorating-Apricot-Scrub/

3. Toner
Simple Soothing Facial Toner


http://www.simpleskincare.com/our-products/product/soothing-facial-toner.html

4. Exfoliator
Spa Cell Facial Sponge

http://www.beausavon.com/Spa_Cell_p/facialsponge.htm

5. Moisturizer
Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 30


http://www.aveeno.com/product/aveeno-+positively+radiant-+daily+moisturizer+broad+spectrum+spf+30.do

6. Spot Treatment
Tretinoin gel (Retin-A)

(prescription only)

7. Makeup Removing Wipes
Maybelline Clean Express Facial Towelettes

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4960039

One Dress, 3 Ways

You don't always need to go shopping for each new event.  Items in your closet can be worn in tons of different ways if paired with the right accessories.  Here I'm going to show you how you can wear this summer floral sundress (from American Eagle) three different ways!

1. Boho Chic

-Denim button-down tank: Charlotte Russe

-Earthy belt

-Wooden hoops: St. Lucia

-Golden headband

-Strappy leather sandals: Candies by Kohls

2. Dressy Formal

-Nude heels: Target

-Butterfly earrings: Maurices'

-natural hair

3. Street Style

This picture won't flip on blogger, so we're just going to have to deal with it :) 

-Sparkly sperrys:  Journeys

-Peach oversize cardigan: American Eagle

-hair in a top-knot

Remember: no clothing is ever over-worn.  It only takes the right accessories to bring it back! 

~J<3

My Summer Beauty Essentials

1. Yummy Body Splash

During the warmer months, I prefer to use lighter fragrances and avoid heavy perfumes.  I like to use body splashes with floral or fruity scents.  Victoria's Secret Pink sells a ton of summery body sprays, and this one is my favorite!  It is in the scent "Sweet & Flirty".  It's definitely fruity  and I spray it on my wrists and neck before walking out the door.

2. Neon Nail Polish

The summertime is the ideal time to showcase bright colors.  What better place for a pop of color than your nails?  This China Glaze polish in "Flip Flop Fantasy" is my absolute favorite and looks AMAZING with a tan.

3. Bright Lip Colors


Lip products have high standards to live up to in the summer: beautiful, bright, AND moisturizing.  SPF is always a plus as well!  The Color Whisper and Baby Lips lines by Maybelline are my favorites at the moment :) From left to right here are the color names...Baby lips: Pink Wink, Quenched, Pink Punch; Color Whisper: Pin-up Peach, Rose of Attraction, Petal Rebel.




4. Waterproof Mascara

Mascara's worst nightmare is warm weather.  No one wants to sweat their makeup off, or look like a raccoon after swimming.  I prefer normal mascara any other time of the year, but waterproof mascara is a necessity for the heat.  This one is Maybelline the Falsies Volume Express.

5. Peachy/Rosy Blush

When it comes to blush, colors with peach and rose tones look the most natural. Ideally, for a dewy, summer look, a cream blush or cheek stain would be perfect.  However, I love the color of this NYX Blush in "Summer Peach" too much!!  It is a light rosy pink with a hint of golden shimmer.  Because of the shimmer, I don't bother to use highlighter.





6. Holy Grail Bronzer

I almost never apply bronzer in the fall/winter, but once I start to tan I like to warm up my skin a bit more.  This bronzer fulfills all my expectations!  It's the NYC Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Powder in "Sunny", and you can get it at almost any drugstore for less than $3!!  It's a lighter color and does not look muddy on the skin at all when applied with an Elf Bronzer Brush.





7. Matte Powder

This is a fantastic product year-round, but it is especially wonderful for warm weather.  This powder conquers my oily forehead and keeps me super matte for most of the day.  It's the L'Oreal True Match Super Blendable Powder in "Sand Beige".






8. BB Cream

No one wants clogged pores and a thick face from a full coverage foundation when it's hot.  That's a perfect formula for breakouts!  BB cream feels light on the skin, has SPF, and (if you find the right one) has pretty good coverage for redness/discoloration/etc.  This makeup makes your life easier because you don't have to apply sunscreen first.  I haven't tried any other BB creams because once I bought this one, I stopped looking!  It works very well!  It is the Revlon Photo Ready BB Cream Skin Perfector in the color "Light/Medium".



9. It's a 10 Miracle Leave-In Product Plus Keratin

This is a product I like to use after the shower or the pool, because it untangles even the worst knots.  I spray it four times in my hand then apply it throughout the ends of my hair and brush my hair with a wide-tooth comb.  It also does a bunch of other jobs, like protect hair from heat, seal split ends, and eight more!  Personally, I think the version with keratin smells better than the original.

10. After-Sun Lotion
If I lived in Antarctica, I might have still purchased this product for its scent alone.  I apply it after being in the sun all day, when my skin is feeling dry and tired.  I have not tried it on sunburn.  It refreshes my skin and leaves it smelling like a yummy summer drink.  It is the Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration After Sun Lotion in "Coconut Papaya".

I hope you enjoyed these suggestions!  Comment if you guys would like to see my summer fashion essentials. :)

Concealer Guide

Concealers come in many shapes and sizes-- all with a different coverage, texture and price.  I have three concealers that I turn to the most, and I thought I would write a bit about each of them.

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 1. "Erase Paste" by Benefit

I purchased this product a few years ago in the shade "medium".  Sometimes I regret choosing that color because for an under-eye concealer it is not as brightening as I would like (As for pimples, it is perfect!).  However, the coverage from this is GREAT, and it has never creased on me.  I usually apply it with my ring finger by giving one half-moon swipe under the eye.  Then, I blend it by patting with the same finger until there are no harsh edges.  I finish off by dabbing along with my Super Blender Sponge from Ulta.  After adding a setting powder, this concealer pretty much lasts all day.  It is $26.00 at Ulta.  

2. Concealer Twins 2-in-1 Correct and Cover Cream

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I bought this concealer from Target a few months ago, when I was looking for something cheap to cover blemishes.  The tan side is for covering any imperfections on the face, but the other side is something else.  The yellow tube is made for correcting any blue areas on the face, such as tired bags under the eyes.  However, the formula was almost too watery for it to hold true, so I avoid that half altogether.  I have also tried the green version that is supposed to reduce redness, and did not see any success there either.  On the other hand, the normal concealer is fantastic for blemishes, scars, and redness.  It is not as thick as the Erase Paste, and blends easily.  I apply it with the wand, blend with my ring finger, and follow up with powder.  It is $7.99 at Ulta.

3. CoverGirl and Olay Concealer Balm

This balm concealer lives in my purse.  But, the writing has completely rubbed off and the silver has cracked, so that says something about the packaging.  It is super easy to apply on the go because the stick makes it simple to swipe and blend with a delicate ring finger.  I mostly carry it as a touch-up throughout the day when my makeup starts to wear off.  I use the color "Light" but sometimes I think it may be too dark, or even a bit orange, for my skin tone.  It is $9.99 at Ulta.

~J <3 

Introduction

Hi!  My name is Jen and I am sixteen years old.  I have always been interested in beauty, fashion and makeup.  I am going to use this blog to share with all of you some of my favorite ideas :)  Some things you might see are:

• Shopping hauls
• Seasonal fashion
• Makeup tutorials
• Hair tutorials
• Nail tutorials/designs
• Favorite beauty products
• Beauty product reviews
• Organization ideas
• Celebrity-inspired looks

Feel free to leave comments, ideas, or any questions you have about beauty or anything else.  :)