• Makeup

    My 5 Minute Makeup Routine

    Your alarm clock doesn’t go off or you hit the snooze button one too many times and now you are strapped for time, but still need to look presentable before heading out the door. We all have had mornings like this so I thought I would share my 5-minute makeup routine that will save you time on busy mornings and gets you out the door looking perfectly put together even though you may not feel like you are! Listed below are the products I use for face, eyes and lips when there is no time for a full makeup routine and everything is from the drugstore! Garnier BB Cream Miracle…

  • Fitness

    Common Walking Injuries and How to Avoid Them

    Despite its reputation as being an ideal low-impact exercise, walking can also lay you up if you’re not careful. Injuries ranging from blisters to tendinitis happen to walkers, but that certainly doesn’t mean you should hang up your walking shoes. Here are a few of the most common walking injuries and tips on how to manage or avoid them altogether: BLISTERS – Blisters are caused by friction from ill-fitting shoes and sweaty socks. Even though they’re usually small, these fluid-filled sacs can derail a walk, hike or run. No matter how tempting it might be, do not pop blisters. When you puncture the skin, you open up the potential for…

  • Makeup,  Skin Care

    This Week’s Drugstore Beauty Deals February 19 – February 25

    Here is this week’s beauty deals at CVS, Walgreen’s and Rite Aid: CVS FEBRUARY 19 – FEBRUARY 25 Maybelline: Buy 2, get $5 extrabucks rewards (Maybelline eye, foundation powder, blush, concealer or lip, with rewards card)Revlon: Spend $12, get $3 extrabucks rewards (excludes Super Lustrous & Ultra HD Lip, with rewards card), Ultra HD Lip $6.99 (with rewards card) Covergirl: Spend $15, get $5 extrabucks rewards (any Covergirl eye, nail or lip, with rewards card) L’Oréal: Spend $15, get $5 extrabucks rewards (any L’Oréal foundation, powder, blush or concealer, with rewards card, excludes trial/travel sizes), select L’Oréal Youth Code, Revitalift or Age Perfect facial care $19.99 or select L’Oréal Revitalift,…

  • DIY's, Tips & Tricks,  Makeup

    DIY Makeup Organizer

    You love burning candles, but what do you do with all of the glass candle holders you have accumulated after you finished burning the candles? Make a makeup organizer! The video below will show you how and until next time, stay happy, healthy and beautiful!  

  • Makeup

    Foundation Application: Brush, Sponge, or Fingertips?

    It’s easy to get confused on which way is the best way to apply foundation…brush, sponge or fingertips. While there are pros and cons to each application method, it all comes down to personal preference. To find out which method will work for you, I recommend experimenting with each method to see which you feel most comfortable using. While trial and error is always a good way to determine what will work best for you, I have broken down each application method below. So if you are still deciding between a brush, sponge or fingertips, keep reading… Brush – Using a brush to apply your foundation is a great way…

  • Makeup,  Skin Care

    This Week’s Drugstore Beauty Deals February 12 – February 18

    Here is this week’s beauty deals at CVS, Walgreen’s and Rite Aid: CVS FEBRUARY 12 – FEBRUARY 25 (2 weeks) Maybelline: Buy 2, get $5 extrabucks rewards (Maybelline eye, foundation powder, blush, concealer or lip, with rewards card) Revlon: Spend $12, get $3 extrabucks rewards (excludes Super Lustrous & Ultra HD Lip, with rewards card), Ultra HD Lip $6.99 (with rewards card) Covergirl: Spend $15, get $5 extrabucks rewards (any Covergirl eye, nail or lip, with rewards card) L’Oréal: Spend $15, get $5 extrabucks rewards (any L’Oréal foundation, powder, blush or concealer, with rewards card, excludes trial/travel sizes), select L’Oréal Youth Code, Revitalift or Age Perfect facial care $19.99 or…

  • Health

    Budget Friendly Grocery Shopping Tips For Healthy Eating

    Eating healthy can be expensive, but when you follow the tips listed below, you can eat healthy without breaking the bank. Here’s how to cut down on spending before and during your next trip to the supermarket: Make A List – Before you hit the supermarket, plan the meals you will be making for the next two or three days or even the next week so you can pick up all the ingredients you will need and take advantage of sales. Buy In Bulk – When you buy in bulk, you may buy more but you will ultimately pay less per pound. If you are buying fresh foods in bulk,…

  • Makeup,  Skin Care

    This Week’s Drugstore Beauty Deals February 5 – February 11

    Here is this week’s beauty deals at CVS, Walgreen’s and Rite Aid: CVS February 5 – FEBRUARY 11 Maybelline: Eye shadow palettes $9.99 & buy 2 regular retail Maybelline products and get $5 extrabucks rewards (with rewards card) Revlon: Buy 1/Get 1 50% off (all Revlon cosmetics with rewards card) Covergirl: Buy 1/Get 1 50% off (all Covergirl cosmetics with rewards card) L’Oréal: Select Infallible Paints Pallets $14.99 & L’Oréal regular retail cosmetics buy 2 get $5 extrabucks rewards (with rewards card, excludes trial/travel sizes) Neutrogena: Buy 2 get $6 extrabucks rewards (all Neutrogena cosmetics, with rewards card) Physician’s Formula: Spend $15 on any PF cosmetics get $10 extrabucks rewards…

  • Hair Care,  Makeup,  Skin Care

    Target’s February Beauty Box Is Live

    Target’s February Beauty Box is available now ($10, free shipping & 1 box per customer. Click here to order your box* http://go.magik.ly/ml/3kul/ if you click the link to order and it says the box is no longer available, then the box is sold out). Don’t wait to order because this box will sell out and if you pay with your Target REDcard, you receive 5% off all purchases, including this box. Here’s what’s inside this month’s beauty box: Masque Bar Hydrating Peel Off Mask (1 full-size mask) Raw Sugar Raw Coconut and Mango Body Wash (2.0 oz.) Soap and Glory Face Soap and Clarity Face Wash (1.0 oz.) Gliss Ultimate Repair…

  • Makeup,  Skin Care

    This Week’s Drugstore Beauty Deals

    Here is this week’s beauty deals at CVS, Walgreen’s and Rite Aid CVS JANUARY 29 – FEBRUARY 11 (2 weeks) Maybelline: Eye shadow palettes $9.99 & buy 2 regular retail Maybelline products and get $5 extrabucks rewards (with rewards card) Revlon: Buy 1/Get 1 50% off (all Revlon cosmetics with rewards card) Covergirl: Buy 1/Get 1 50% off (all Covergirl cosmetics with rewards card) L’Oréal: Select Infallible Paints Pallets $14.99 & L’Oréal regular retail cosmetics buy 2 get $5 extrabucks rewards (with rewards card, excludes trial/travel sizes) Neutrogena: Buy 2 get $6 extrabucks rewards (all Neutrogena cosmetics, with rewards card) Physician’s Formula: Spend $15 on any PF cosmetics get $10…