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What’s In My Everyday Makeup Drawer For January 2023
I started this series in January 2022, and it lasted for about five months and then the series fell by the wayside. So, starting this month, I will be shopping my stash each month and share the makeup I will be using throughout each month, so last week I shopped my stash and here is what I will be using throughout the month of January: For The Face It has been a hot minute since I have used It Cosmetics Your Most Beautiful You bronzer, blush, and highlighter palette (in shade “Laugh, Love, Live”, $39). This was my go-to for the longest time so I will be giving this some…
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Ways To Cope With The Holidays When You Are Sad
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for almost everyone. The holidays are supposed to be a time of love and holiday cheer, but for those dealing with difficult family dynamics, loss of a loved one, or spending the holidays alone, this time of year can be a reminder of what’s missing in our lives and as isolating as that feels, you are not alone. So, if you are struggling this season, there are ways to make your own memories and enjoy the holidays, even when things are less than ideal. Here are some ways to get through and enjoy the holidays even when you are feeling less than…
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Drugstore Holiday Gift Sets For The Beauty Lover
This is the time of year where all different types of gift sets are available everywhere and when it comes to beauty gift sets, there is definitely no shortage, so I searched Target’s website and there are quite a few beauty gift sets available, so if you have a beauty lover on your shopping list, here is what I found and of course, everything is affordable: Gift Set From Maybelline: Lash Sensational Holiday Mini Lash Bar Mascara Gift Set (in Very Black) $9.99 Lash Sensational Holiday Kit – Sky High Mascara (in Blackest Black) & Lifter Gloss (in shade Moon) $13.99 Baby Lips Moisturizing Lip Balm Holiday Gift Set (in…
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Thanksgiving Survival Tips
With Thanksgiving only a few days away, you are probably having a few discussions with yourself on what to eat, how much to eat, and how to stay healthy, so I thought I would provide you with some suggestions to help you through Thanksgiving. With a few simple adjustments that will be barely noticeable, but highly effective, can help you lower your stress levels this holiday and keep your healthy eating on course. No Guilt This time of year is all about family, friends, tradition, and having a good time together. Mental health and fortitude are very powerful in helping people through challenges such as healthy eating and weight gain,…
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My Favorite Affordable Foundations For Fall & Winter
A good, reliable foundation is a must in everyone’s makeup bag no matter what time of the year it is. But this is the time of year for the appearance of drier skin for many of us, so we start reaching for heavier moisturizers to help keep our skin moisturized and hydrated and that also includes the foundations we use on our faces too. So, in this blog post I am sharing my favorite foundations I use this time of year for my dry/very dry mature skin. These foundations give me the coverage I need, gives me the luminosity I really like and keeps my skin hydrated all day and…
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Shop Your Closet For Fall Wardrobe Essentials
Fall means changing leaves, chilly temperatures, and a wardrobe change! Time to put the tanks, tees, shorts, sundresses, and sandals away and get your closet ready for your fall wardrobe! As you unpack your fall clothes, shoes, and accessories, take inventory of what you have. Chances are you have most of the fall staple pieces in your wardrobe already like I do (which is good especially if you are on a budget that does not have the wiggle room for a fall fashion shopping trip to the mall, but if you are missing some fall fashion essentials, please read my blog post “Fall Wardrobe Essentials You Can Find At Any…
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How To Keep Fit This Fall
Throughout the summer months, we have to get our outside workouts done very early in the morning to beat the heat. Now that fall is here, we can get a cool, crisp outside workout without worrying about the heat and humidity of summer, so I have some tips I am sharing to help you keep fit during the fall months… Take Advantage of The Weather Fall is waited upon for the cooler weather it brings above all else. The perfect time of year to enjoy outdoor exercise activities of every variety such as trail hiking, biking, walking the dog, outdoor aerobics, outdoor sports and more. With only so many days…
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My 4 Step Fast & Affordable Minimal Makeup Routine
Some days we don’t have time to put on a full face of makeup, or we just don’t feel like putting on a full face. We have all been there, right? Recently, I have been doing a minimal, fresh face look. I still add some definition to the focal points of my face, but it’s as close to a no-makeup makeup look I can get while still feeling put together. My current no-makeup makeup routine consists of four steps but makes a big difference. You can recreate it yourself for a naturally enhanced look that can be worn anytime, anywhere! Step 1: Tinted Moisturizer/BB Cream Whether you are dealing with…
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My Best Of The Best Eyeshadow Palettes For Any Budget
A good go-to eyeshadow palette is a must-have in everyone’s makeup collection. From neutral palettes to smokey palettes and every palette in between, there is no shortage of available eyeshadow palettes on the market. So, no matter what your budget is, there is an eyeshadow palette out there just for you! In this blog post, I am sharing my best go-to eyeshadow palettes from my own makeup collection, ranging from $3 to $49. Too Faced Sweet Peach Palette ($49) This palette has been around for a long time which makes this palette a classic! This palette has 18 blendable shades, great pigmentation, a great combination of mattes and shimmers, and…
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Ways To Make The 80/20 Rule A Part Of Your Life
In my last blog post “Simple Steps To Eat Smarter” I briefly talked about the 80/20 rule which is making smart food choices 80% of the time and loosening up the reins for the other 20%, so here are some ways to make 80/20 rule work for you: Jot Down What You Eat When you are first getting started with the 80/20 rule, it can be really helpful to track your food. Otherwise, you might think you are only splurging occasionally when you are really making not-so-great choices half of the time. By keeping tabs on your food decisions and reviewing them at the end of the day will help…