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Ways to Organize Your Bathroom
If you are a beauty junkie, you probably consider your bathroom to be your safe haven. Between face masks, moisturizers, hair straighteners, and nail polishes, nothing will get between you and your beauty products unless you physically can’t reach them or don’t know where they are. Having your products organized is just as dreamy as having your bathroom filled with every beauty brand known to every woman. By utilizing your cabinet space, using unique containers to hold beauty tools, and organizing your products with a variety of different containers, your bathroom will not only be your safe haven, but also a beauty oasis. Plus, when you randomly remember having that…
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My Favorite Things From Amazon
We all have ordered a thing or two from Amazon. Ordering from Amazon is convenient (whether online, smartphone app or from your Amazon Echo device), you can order pretty much any product you can think of and you can receive your order within two days if you are an Amazon Prime member (if what you want to order is offering Prime shipping). I love when I find what I am looking for on Amazon, so here are a few of my favorite things from Amazon: Whitmor Adjustable Rolling Garment Rack This is a great basic clothing rack! I use it for extra space when there isn’t room in my closet,…
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My Beauty Empties-Summer Edition
It’s time to take another trip through my beauty trash (there is a lot as always since I do this every season) and see what I liked or loved, what I didn’t like or love and what I would repurchase again: Skin Care CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser* – This is my go-to nighttime cleanser. It cleanses, hydrates and doesn’t leave my skin feeling dry after using. I repurchase this all the time! CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion* – This is also repurchased all the time too! This contains ceramides, niacinamides and hyaluronic acid, doesn’t have any fragrance, and moisturizes my skin. I use this morning and evening without fail! Alpha Skin…
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What’s In My Makeup Bag For September
This is a new series here at Glam Budget Beauty! I will be sharing with you what’s in my makeup bag each month. For the month of September, I have put a few of my holy grail favorites from It Cosmetics, e.l.f., NYX, Essence and Revlon as well as some “new to me” products that I purchased from Ulta or were in my August Boxy Charm. So, here is what I will be using throughout September: For The Face Essence Fresh & Fit Awake Primer*: This is a healthy glow primer with pore minimizing effect and contains a vitamin complex and cranberry water. I picked this up at Ulta a…
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Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty Event
Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty Event starts Sunday, September 1st both in-store and online and runs through Saturday, September 21st! Each day two to three top shelf products will be discounted up to 50% on items like highlighters, mascaras, glosses, eye shadow palettes and even skincare! Here is the list of what will be on sale each day during the event: Sunday, September 1: Peter Thomas Roth FirmX 360 Eye Renewal & Retinol Fusion PM Eye Cream $27.50-$28.50 (reg. $55-$75) Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Face Primer $16 to $27 (reg. $32-$54) Monday, September 2: Ofra Cosmetics Highlighter Singles $14.50 (reg. $29)) Foreo Luna Play Plus $24.50 (reg. $49) Tuesday, September…
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How To Take Care Of Your Makeup Brushes
Makeup brushes are every beauty junkie’s secret weapon. But ask them when was the last time they washed their brushes, and the answer is likely longer than it should be. Consider this your personal reminder to wash those brushes sitting on your vanity. Below, I am sharing five rules of thumb to follow when caring for your beauty tools: Wash Once a Week How often should you wash your brushes? While it varies depending on how often you use your brushes, I recommend washing them once a week. Your brushes are home to bacteria which can result in unwanted breakouts on your face. Set aside one day in the week…
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Walmart’s Summer Beauty Box Unboxing
Walmart’s beauty box is a subscription service, costs $5 per shipment and is released 4 times a year. Since the boxes are released every season, the makeup, skin and body care products (sample size and/or full size) will represent the season the box is being released. I have been receiving this beauty box for a few years and I will say the beauty boxes are hit or miss, but I do enjoy receiving my beauty box every season from Walmart! This season’s box has 6 products inside (3 full size and 3 sample size). Here is a breakdown of each product: RoC Retinol Correxion Eye Cream* (full size) – This…
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Become A Savvy T.J. Maxx Shopper With These Tips
If you are a fashionista working with a budget, you are probably no stranger to T.J. Maxx. I have found some great pieces at T.J. Maxx over the years, and I know I’m getting those pieces for a lot less than if I were to shop at other retailers. However, there are a ton of tips and tricks that can save you even more money when shopping there which I have listed below: Check the Clearance Rack If you find an item that’s been marked down, check the clearance rack before you pay to ensure that exact same item hasn’t been marked down even further. If you find that it…
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These Lash Serums Are Better Than False Lashes or Lash Extensions
We used to think that the only way to reach lash-envy status was to wear false lashes or get lash extensions. But thanks to lash-growth serums, it’s possible to have full and fluttery lashes without the hefty price tag of lash extensions or buying countless boxes of false lashes. So, whether your lashes are fragile, sensitive, or you want more volume and length, there is a lash serum for what you need for your lashes and your budget: Peter Thomas Roth Lashes to Die For Turbo Conditioning Lash Enhancer $85 Just like the lovely locks on your head, eyelashes are prone to breakage and damage if they are overworked from…
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The Best Sheet Masks for Every Skin Type
There is no denying that sheet masks are an all-time favorite skin care essential. They are convenient, offer amazing benefits, and there is no annoying cleanup. But with all the options out there, how do you choose a sheet mask that’s right for you? It comes down to your skin type and concerns, so whether you have acne prone, dry or oily skin, there is a sheet mask for you! Tatcha Luminous Deep Hydration Lifting Mask $95 This Tatcha sheet mask is good for all skin types. It’s formulated with red algae, which has outstanding moisture-retaining properties, and hyaluronic acid, which is another moisturizing ingredient that’s especially beneficial for dry…