30 Make-up Questions (Part One)

1. Do you remember the first make-up item?
Ummmm.... I don't remember my name many days so no. But probably lip gloss. It was probably sparkly and pink.

2. Describe your perfect mascara, have you found one that fits your specification?
Semi-water resistant (not waterproof), makes my lashes long and chunky and BIG. I like the look of LOTS OF LASHES! I am liking the Smashbox Full Exposure mascara that I am using right now!

3. What coverage do you prefer from foundation?
I like full coverage without looking heavy. I like to cover my rosy cheeks, I feel like my skin isn't an even tone so I want to correct that.

4. Favorite high end brand?
Hmmmmm......... Probably Urban Decay because I am Addicted to my Naked Palettes.

5. What cosmetics have you always wanted to try but haven't?
Eyelash extensions- I know those probably really aren't cosmetics but I have tried most of the "make up" type things that I am interested in.

6. Favorite drugstore brand?
Cover Girl! Love their mascaras, haha.

7. Do you wear fake eyelashes?
I did for my wedding and a friend's wedding that I was in!

8. Is there any kind of make-up you can't leave the house without?
My foundation powder, might need a touch up!!!

9. What is your most cherished product?
Currently I would say that I love my foundation made my Make Up For Ever, it is the Matte Velvet +. HOWEVER, if you were to ask me what I could not live without it would be mascara because I have blonde eyelashes (true platinum blonde here).

10. How often do you shop for make-up? Do you like to pick up make-up all at once or here and there?
Too often, lol. Here and there and EVERYWHERE! (I sound like Dr. Seuss now)

11. Do you have a beauty budget or do you spend freely?
I don't have a specific budget but I don't like to spend crazy amounts either. It took me a while to take the dive and buy the Naked Palettes.

12. Do you utilize coupons, rewards and sales when you shop for cosmetics?
No, but I should. Story of my life.

13. What type of products do you buy the most of?
Eyeshadows and mascara.

14. Is there a brand you absolutely can not stand?
Clinique, never lives up to the hype for me.

15. Do you avoid certain ingredients in cosmetics?
Um..... no? I never even look at the ingredients. Ooops.

Live & Learn Thursday: Don't Always Stick To What You Know

I am one of those people who tends to find something that I like and repeatedly purchase it/order it/ eat it/ etc. It is not that I don't like trying new things, because I do, but more that I don't like to mess with something that works or that I like.

I have been using the same liquid and powder foundations for like 10+ years. Estee Lauder Double Wear Make Up. I have always liked it, it has great coverage, lasts a long time, and you get a lot when you purchase. Also, it never made my face breakout, I could even sleep in it!

A couple weeks ago I was shopping at Sephora and I felt like I just needed to try a new foundation, something struck me and I felt like it was time. So I grabbed a sales associate and asked her to help me with foundation. I explained to her what I had been using and that I had been using it  F O R E V E R so I was clueless on where to even begin.

She told me about a few and I ended up deciding on "Make Up For Ever- Mat Velvet +" liquid foundation and "Make Up For Ever Duo Mat" powder.

I love them!!!! The finish is amazing. The liquid foundation starts becoming a matte powder type finish as soon as you start rubbing it on. The feel is awesome and totally squashes and sign of grease, the powder is the perfect finishing touch. 

I am so happy that I decided to try something new instead of sticking to what I knew!

An InLinkz Link-up

The Forehead Chronicles

Let me start off my saying that I am not some crazy fake girl but I have to be honest and say I am fighting this "aging" thing hard core. Knowing that I am about to turn 29 has made me totally conscious that 30 is right around the corner and I am no spring chicken any longer.

One day I looked in the mirror and noticed that when I made expressions my forehead because a wrinkled mess. BLASPHEMY!

I was at the dermatologist for a skin check (important for all peeps out there, noone wants skin cancer!) and I asked her what she thought was the appropriate age to start botox. She said that it depends on your face. She then checked out my forehead and said that this would be a good time for me to start if I wanted to.

***CUE LIGHTBULB ABOVE HEAD***

Also, she said that I must scowl a lot. Ummmm, yeah I do, darn husband.

I am not one to hide these things and pretend that my forehead started working out and became healthy on its own.

I GOT BOTOX ladies and gentlemen (do I have male readers?).

Here is my before... (I am wrinkling it on purpose)

Here is my lovely picture while the numbing cream was on...

 After a few days shot...

 My final before and after pic... (Yes, I am raising eyebrows in the 2nd one too but my glasses cover them)

I am in love. Seriously, obsessed. I will be getting this done every 3 to 4 months. You can count on it!

January Beauty Box Five Review

Beauty Box Five was nice enough to send me a box to review for them. I was so excited to receive this box and rushed inside to open it up. This is one that I have been advertising for but had not had a chance to try yet. It did not let me down!!!!

It comes with a great card to let you know about all of the products and the box!

Here are all of my goodies that came in the box.

NYX Eyeshadow Palette- I will NEVER complain about an eyeshadow palette, they are just so handy. I love that this one has a neutral and warm and cool color in it. These are all colors that I will use and they have some sparkle to them. Love it!

Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facewash- I have actually used this before, I love Clean & Clear and use one of their face washes daily so I am loving that I got a small one to pack with me for my next trip.

Body Drench Hemp Lotion- Let me tell you, my hands look like a 90 year old woman! I am dry and cracked and it is miserable. Being a Nurse Practitioner I was my hands a million times a day between patients and my poor hands take a beating. I am really liking this stuff, I had never heard of it before and now I am so glad to have found it.

OFRA Lipgloss Plumper- This stuff works!!!!! The color is not right for me but I tried it to see how the plumping effect worked and you can actually feel it working!!!!

Foot Smoother- THANK YOU LORD! I needed this. My heels are like crackled alligator skin in the summer from living in flip flops so this thing will be my best friend this summer, for sure!

For more information visit: www.beautybox5.com

Must Have Monday- Gel Nail Week

Welcome to another week of Must Have Monday! This week on the blog is "Gel Nail Week". I am literally obsessed with my at home gel nail kit so I am going to be sharing some tip, tricks and facts about at home gel nails this week. Today I am going to share my latest must haves that I have seen and want in terms of nails colors and polish!

Welcome to the "Must Have Monday" Link Up Party!

Tell us the things you have recently discovered that are on your current "must have" list. They can be from pinterest, your favorite store, anywhere! You can list them, post pictures, the possibilities are endless!

Let's start off the week with a little fun.

Rules are:

-Please follow the host via Blogger or Bloglovin (or both!)

-If this is your first time linking up then please comment on this post and let me know so I can follow you back!

-Place the linky button in your post using the code in my sidebar

-HAVE FUN!

(Submissions start January 20, 2014, 12:00 am)

Link tool by inlinkz.com

The best eyelash curler that I have EVER owned.

I bet there aren't many people that can say they have owned and used the very same eyelash curler for 14 years and are still using it! This isn't because I am cheap, as a matter of fact I am addicted to shopping and trying new things, the truth is that it is just the best eyelash curler in the whole world!

Here it is:

Here is a code for $10 of of an $50 purchase! It is only good through 9/11 so get over there and purchase!

Get $10 off every order of $50 or more - code GIFT10 (valid 9/9-9/11)

Oh, and while you are over there enjoy some free deluxe samples!