tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18873590151289031772024-03-23T14:05:37.323-05:00Casey FergusonAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03557073605381330339noreply@blogger.comBlogger117125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1887359015128903177.post-14328789655070067912016-06-03T18:30:00.000-05:002016-06-03T18:30:11.186-05:0023 Weeks Pregnant<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey ya'll! Today I am 23 Weeks Pregnant today with a baby girl, and only 17 weeks left of my second pregnancy. It's crazy how fast this pregnancy is going by, I'm already in my 6th month of pregnancy! I have been absolutely loving documenting my pregnancy, sharing my experiences, and showing off things that I have been purchasing for sweet Laney Ann.<br />
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In this weeks pregnancy vlog, I am going over my symptoms for 23 weeks of pregnancy including my sciatic nerve pain, an update on my restless leg syndrome, and my current and total weight gain for my pregnancy so far. I also am sharing the pregnancy app's that I'm using right now including a new one that I just discovered and have been enjoying. I'm not sure how accurate these app's are, but they are fun to look at and read through. I have been feeling baby move a lot more this week, and am hoping that's a sign that she's growing more. I touch on fundal height and uterus size. I'm not exactly sure how to measure or how big mine is, but I've definitely been feeling for it and doing some research on it.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03557073605381330339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1887359015128903177.post-30825045176102719592016-05-20T18:33:00.004-05:002016-05-20T18:33:56.777-05:0021 Weeks Pregnant<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am 21 Weeks Pregnant!<br />
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This week went by so incredibly fast. Not much went on pregnancy symptoms wise, I've actually been feeling pretty great with a few speed bumps at night and in the evenings. I had my Anatomy Scan this week which was pretty nerve wracking and emotional, as well as my routine monthly check up. If you are new to my blog, you can catch up on my pregnancy journey with baby number two by watching my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSX8qOxvvuTbGVDyxmkZcQTGcvWRGDOQV" target="_blank">Pregnancy Vlogs Playlist</a> for weekly pregnancy updates, products I've purchased, and weekly bump shots.<br />
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Pregnancy symptoms for this week are mainly to do with sleeping at night. My sciatic nerve pain is still going strong, but thankfully hasn't gotten to be extremely painful yet. It's more of a nagging ache in my lower back and in the center of my left butt cheek that seems to start in the afternoons after I've been on my feet all day. My restless leg syndrome (RLS) has gotten worse this week and seems to be getting stronger each week which is no surprise. My pregnancy insomnia has already started and I've been having a really hard time falling asleep at night. For the past three nights it's taken me until 2:30AM to fall asleep. Looks like I'm going to be getting a lot of reading done from here on out because I can't just lay there and wish myself to sleep, that only seems to make my other symptoms worse at the same time. Getting comfortable when it's time to go to sleep has been a bit of a challenge as well. My belly has been feeling heavier so laying on my back is out of the question, and laying completely on my sides doesn't seem to help either. The only way I can get somewhat comfortable is to oddly enough lay sort of on my stomach. I can't lay completely on my stomach, so I sort of lay in-between my left side and stomach if that makes sense.<br />
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I had my anatomy scan this week, and it was a pretty emotional day. During the first part of the scan the ultrasound tech checked my cervix, which is nice and long, as well as my placenta. I do in fact has an anterior placenta, which I figured I had if you watched my <a href="https://youtu.be/g2ojz5TMLqc" target="_blank">20 Weeks Pregnancy Update</a> last week. Based on the scan, baby's anatomy looks great, but she's measuring on average about two weeks small. The tech spent a good amount of time on the brain, and that is fully formed thankfully. She also spent a lot of time checking babies heart to make sure it was fully formed and functioning properly. We were able to see clearly all four chambers, and her heart rate was beating steadily at 139 BPM. Baby started out laying in a transverse position, and by the end of the scan was breach, so she's very active. Towards the end of the scan after noticing that she was measuring small, the ultrasound tech checked the blood flow and oxygen levels in the umbilical cord and in baby's brain. Both looked fine and were doing their jobs. The doctor told me that since the anatomy looks good, that there's no need to worry at the moment about baby's size, and that in six weeks I will have an additional scan to check her growth and remeasure.<br />
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Even though the doctor told me everything looked fine, it still made me sad and nervous to hear that my baby was measuring small. I ended up having a little melt down that evening about it and decided to give the doctor a call again the next morning for extra reassurance. I was able to speak with my doctors medical assistant who went over my scan with me. She said that anatomically my baby looks great, and that she's measuring on average two weeks small. She assured me that if the ultrasound tech was concerned about anything going on with my baby anatomically, health wise, or if she suspected any sort of abnormality, that they would have done more testing and requested I do blood work. After hearing that, I felt much better and more at peace about it. I've been doing research about babies measuring small at their 20 week anatomy scans, and surprising almost everything I've read has been positive!<br />
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If you want to hear more, find out my current weight gain, get a look at my 21 Week Baby Bump, and find out Baby Girl's Name, be sure to watch my <a href="https://youtu.be/QUQHC4q_zag" target="_blank">21 Week Pregnancy video </a>and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt8ow_syIn4ChYfD_9NtpgA" target="_blank">subscribe</a> to my channel to be notified every time I upload a new video!<br />
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I can't believe I am half way done with my pregnancy!! I am <a href="https://youtu.be/g2ojz5TMLqc" target="_blank">20 weeks pregnant</a> today and it's just crazy to me how fast this second pregnancy is going by. In just a handful of months, I will have a second baby to love and I couldn't be more excited. In today's pregnancy vlog, I am going over my pregnancy symptoms for the week as well as my crazy hormonal tendencies! Not only that, but I update you on my weight gain and my growing bump. If you want to catch up on my previouse pregnancy vlogs, you can watch them all on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSX8qOxvvuTbGVDyxmkZcQTGcvWRGDOQV" target="_blank">Pregnancy Playlist</a>.<br />
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Hey ya'll! Today's video is a <a href="https://youtu.be/bBLo1K1Sp2g" target="_blank">Chit Chat Get Ready With Me</a> (GRWM) featuring all of my <a href="https://youtu.be/AasBq52Ogxo" target="_blank">current makeup favorites</a> and products from my recent <a href="https://youtu.be/ZS7k3q0l5eo" target="_blank">Sephora Haul</a>. These beauty products have been living in my makeup bag and are my go to beauty products at the moment. If you are interested in seeing more videos like this, be sure to subscribe to my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt8ow_syIn4ChYfD_9NtpgA" target="_blank">YouTube Channel</a> and check out the videos on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSX8qOxvvuTZvXvTZ88Koya6SJvkiyC1C" target="_blank">Makeup Tutorial's Playlist</a>.<br />
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Hey ya'll! I am <a href="https://youtu.be/iUaI_R8mecY" target="_blank">19 Weeks Pregnant</a> and am excited to share with you this weeks pregnancy update. Today's pregnancy vlog is mainly going over my pregnancy symptoms for 19 weeks, my 19 week baby bump, and only a few maternity and newborn items that I purchased this week. If you are new to my channel, be sure to subscribe so you will be notified every time I upload a new video. I post new content every week, and I upload a new pregnancy vlog every Friday. If you want to see my previouse pregnancy vlogs, you can watch them all here on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSX8qOxvvuTbGVDyxmkZcQTGcvWRGDOQV" target="_blank">Pregnancy Playlist</a>. Enjoy!<br />
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Hey ya'll! It has been a really long time since I have posted on my blog. Even though I have not been active on here, I have been very active on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt8ow_syIn4ChYfD_9NtpgA" target="_blank">YouTube Channel</a> and on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/caferg_xoxo/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and SnapChat (caseyferg_xoxo). If you haven't already, be sure to subscribe to me on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt8ow_syIn4ChYfD_9NtpgA" target="_blank">YouTube</a> and to follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/caferg_xoxo/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and SnapChat so you don't miss out on what I'm doing and what I'm up to.<br />
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If you don't follow me on any of those platforms, you may not know that I am pregnant! I am currently 18 weeks pregnant with baby number two and am due on September 30, 2016. I have been documenting my pregnancy by filming pregnancy vlogs that I have been uploading weekly on my channel. I have a whole <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSX8qOxvvuTbGVDyxmkZcQTGcvWRGDOQV" target="_blank">pregnancy playlist</a> saved of all the pregnancy related videos I have done so far if you want to check those out.<br />
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In my pregnancy vlogs, I am doing weekly pregnancy updates where I go over my pregnancy symptoms, pregnancy weight gain, show of my growing pregnant belly, as well as maternity products and baby clothing and items that I have been purchasing and loving that week. I have had a ton of fun filming these videos and putting them together. I love watching pregnancy vlogs and mommy vlogs myself, so it felt very natural for me to document this pregnancy myself.<br />
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My first pregnancy vlog was my <a href="https://youtu.be/jtA1sANaJnM" target="_blank">Pregnancy Announcement</a> video where I shared my exciting pregnancy news, as well as my story and journey with getting pregnant with baby number two. This pregnancy is actually my third pregnancy. I had gotten pregnant a second time in September 2015, but sadly was diagnosed with a blighted ovum when I went in for my viability scan at 9 weeks pregnant. If you have ever suffered a missed miscarriage, a blighted ovum, or a miscarriage at any time in your life, you are not alone and I understand how you feel. You can watch that video, and hear all about pregnancy journey, as well as my blighted ovum story in my Pregnancy Announcement video down below.<br />
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My second video was my <a href="https://youtu.be/8bQUCOmuW_U" target="_blank">14 Weeks Pregnancy Update</a>, making it to the second trimester of pregnancy, as well as an overview of my first trimester. In this pregnancy vlog, I go over my pregnancy symptoms from the moment I found out I was pregnant, all the way through 14 weeks of pregnancy. I also go over my pregnancy do's and don't's and show off my growing baby bump. You can watch my 14 Weeks Pregnant - First Trimester Update in the video down below.<br />
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My third pregnancy vlog was my <a href="https://youtu.be/mMGlNP0WZ9A" target="_blank">15 Weeks Pregnant Update</a>. This video includes my pregnancy symptoms for the week, products I had been loving at the time, as well as my growing pregnant belly. If you are interested in watching my 15 Weeks Pregnant Update, click the video down below.<br />
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My fourth pregnancy vlog was all about my 16th week of pregnancy. In this pregnancy video, I go over my 16 week pregnancy symptoms, old wives tales pertaining to gender as well as the gender reveal, and share products I had purchased and loved for the week. If you are interested in knowing all about my 16th week of pregnancy, you can watch my <a href="https://youtu.be/KF1jcs7QUw0" target="_blank">16 Weeks Pregnant Update</a> down below.<br />
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My fifth pregnancy vlog was my <a href="https://youtu.be/Z8ZyOyWA6vY" target="_blank">17 Weeks Pregnancy Update</a>. In this video I go over my routine doctors appointment with my OBGYN including what happens at my routine pregnancy appointments, my weight gain for the past month and total weight gain for the pregnancy so far, as well as the baby's heart rate. I also go over new and recurring pregnancy symptoms, show off my growing belly, and share recent baby clothes I had purchased after finding out the gender as well as clothes I had purchased for myself to keep my big belly cool in the summer. If you are interested in watch my 17 Weeks Pregnancy Vlog, the video is listed down below.<br />
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My sixth, and most recent, pregnancy vlog is my <a href="https://youtu.be/ImxNupoRdDQ" target="_blank">18 Week Pregnancy Update</a>. In this video I go over my usual topics such as pregnancy symptoms, show off my growing belly, and share with you a baby haul and clothing I have purchased for myself to get my through the heat of the summer here in Houston. I have some really great dresses that are not maternity, but will be perfect for my growing belly. I am a firm believer that you don't have to buy a whole new maternity wardrobe to get you through your pregnancy. There are a lot of great options that are non-maternity, that work perfectly at fitting a pregnant belly. If you are interested in my maternity and pregnancy shopping tips, as well as my 17 Weeks Pregnant Update, watch my video down below.<br />
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I am so excited about this pregnancy and have been loving sharing my journey with not only my friends and family, but my fellow preggo's out there! Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel to be notified when I post a new video. I post a new pregnancy vlog and pregnancy update every Friday going over my pregnancy symptoms, pregnancy experiences, pregnancy tips, my growing pregnant belly, as well as my favorites pregnancy products, baby clothes and baby products, and pregnancy fashion, maternity clothing, and non-maternity clothes to keep you looking pretty and fashionable despite your weight gain and growing belly throughout your pregnancy. Thanks so much for being part of my journey and I will talk to you again soon!<br />
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Today's review is going to be on the Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Blush Palette. The Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Blush Palette retails for $45 and includes six brand new Urban Decay Blush shades. The blush palette is currently available online at <a href="http://urbandecaycosmetics.com/">UrbanDecayCosmetics.com</a>, and will be sold in stores at Sephora and Ulta in the near future. Each blush pan contains about 0.1 ounces which is a little less than half the amount of product in the Urban Decay Afterglow blushes (0.23 ounces), and half the amount of product in the Becca blushes (0.2 ounces). Do the math, and you're getting close to three full sized blushes in this palette which is a really great value.</div>
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The packaging is identical to the Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Eyeshadow Palette, except this palette is all white, and the eyeshadow palette is black. They are the exact same size, same magnetic closure, and the same oversized mirror. The packaging is sturdy and perfect for traveling.</div>
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There are six blush shades in The Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Blush Palette, with three satin-matte finishes (Cherry, Lo-Fi, and OC) and three shimmer shades (Easy, Angel, and Hush). The three satin-matte blushes aren't completely matte, and have a slight sheen to them rather than a shimmer. They remind me a lot of the Becca blushes because they give a soft glow to the cheeks without any glitter or shimmer. The three shimmer shades do not have any chunky glitter what so ever, and instead are glowy and shimmery similar to a highlighter. All six blushes are very soft and silky smooth. The shimmer blush shades do have a little texture to them, and aren't as silky as the satin matte shades, but are still very soft. All six blushes are a bit powdery, and you can really see that after you dip your brush in them. I know that can be a big drawback for some, but that sort of thing doesn't bother me at all. The blushes are a sheer to medium coverage, and are buildable which I really like. I would much rather have a blush that I can build up in intesity and color, that way I have more options when it comes to how pigmented I want to go. Out of all six blushes, Easy applies the heaviest and needs the lightest hand. You only need a very small amount to get a nice wash of color with that one. </div>
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The first shade in the Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Blush palette is Cherry. Cherry is a cool toned, bubblegum barbie pink. Second is Easy, which is a shimmery fuscia pink. The third blush is Angel which is more of a highlight, or a blush topper, rather than a blush. It is a mix between a peachy gold highlight and a champagne shade. The fourth shade, and first in the second row, is Lo-Fi which is the bronze shade in the palette. Some people may want to use this as a bronzer, but I really like these sort of shades as a blush so I'm really happy that it is in here. The fifth shade is Hush and it is a light peachy pink with gold shimmer. The sixth and final shade in the palette is OC and it is a true peach with just a hint of golden sheen. It's definitely the most unique blush in the palette, and one of my favorites. </div>
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One thing that I have really enjoyed doing is mixing different shades together. So far my favorite pairing is to apply Lo-Fi on my cheeks, pop OC right on the apples, and then pop Angel right on my cheekbones as a highlight. I think that any of the blushes can be mixed together to create custom shades and the possibilities are endless. Out of all six blushes in the Gwen Stefani Blush Palette, Angel, Lo-Fi, Hush, and OC are my favorites. Cherry and Easy are beautiful colors, but they aren't shades that I typically wear. I do see myself getting use out of them every now and then by mixing them with other shades in the palette instead of wearing them on their own.</div>
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The Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Blush Palette is a really great value. The palette has a ton of product, and a great variety of blush shades that are suitable for many different skin tones. Like the Gwen Stefani Eyeshadow Palette, the blush palette is high quality from the packaging to the formula. This palette is perfect if you are a beginner in makeup, if you don't have many blushes, or if you are a makeup lover like myself and like to collect really great products. </div>
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If you are interested in seeing this palette in action, I have a video review on my <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/cafergxoxo" target="_blank">YouTube Channel</a> where I demo this palette. Just click <a href="https://youtu.be/vLuCjDSjN34" target="_blank">HERE</a> to watch it and be sure to subscribe while you're there! I hope you enjoyed this review, and be sure to let me know if you purchased the palette or if you are going to!</div>
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Hey ya'll! Today I'm going to share with you the makeup I've been loving for the past month (some for the past couple of months). I've been using all of these on an every day basis and am absolutely obsessed with them.<br />
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First favorite is the Tartelette 2 In Bloom palette. I have not been able to put this eyeshadow palette down since I got it. Tarte really knew what they were doing when they created this eyeshadow palette. The Tartelette 2 is a gorgeous eyeshadow palette full of cool, mauve, and warm toned shadows. If you are interested in seeing a review and swatches, you can check out my <a href="http://caseyfergusonxoxo.blogspot.com/2015/11/tartelette-2-in-bloom-palettereview.html" target="_blank">blog post</a> for picture or you can watch my <a href="https://youtu.be/hI6xiL88v2U" target="_blank">video</a> on it.<br />
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I have been using the Armani Eyes To Kill Mascara for a few months now and I have been loving it. It's one of the best mascara's I have ever used. It's a dryer formula which I love, and it makes my lashes super full while lengthening them at the same time.<br />
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The Tarte Tarteist Liner is another product that I have had and been using for a while now. This eyeliner is like a hybrid of both a gel eye liner and a liquid eye liner. It's a lot thinner than a gel liner, but it's not quite as liquidy as a liquid liner. If you are a fan of gel or liquid eye liners, this is a different kind of formula that is worth trying out.<br />
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I have really been enjoying the Charlotte Tilbury Air Brush Flawless Finish Powder in the shade 2 Medium to set my foundation. It is a very light powder that sets foundation without leaving you looking overly dry or matte. It is impossible to over-powder with this, and the light application sets your face while leaving you with a slight glow.<br />
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I purchased the Buxom Lip Glosses in Bellini and Hot Toddy during the Sephora VIB Sale and they have been the only glosses I have used since. Buxom is my favorite lip gloss brand, and the lip creams are my favorite formula. Both of these are so perfect for every day.<br />
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These three have been in constant rotation for me all month long. My main combo has been MAC's Honey Love lipstick and MAC's Lip Liner in Soar. Honey Love is an awesome nude that works with so many different lip liners. I really like pairing Honey Love with Soar because the combination results in a beautiful muted mauve shade. I also love wearing Honey Love with Staunchly Stylish. Staunchly Stylish is a warm nude that looks great with just about anything.<br />
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Those are all my favorites from this past month. Hopefully you enjoyed getting a peak at all these beauties, and maybe will pick one or two up for yourself!<br />
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Tarte just came out with a brand new Tartelette palette called the Tartelette 2 In Bloom for their Spring 2016 collection and it is beautiful! It hit the shelves online at Ulta this past Sunday, and as soon as it went live I placed my order. I did not buy the original Tartelette palette because it is a more cool toned palette and has a lot of purple shades, which is kind of out of my comfort zone. As soon as I got the email that Tarte had made the Tartelette 2 In Bloom palette, and once I saw pictures of it, I knew I had to have it. I posted a <a href="https://youtu.be/hI6xiL88v2U" target="_blank">review video</a> on the Tartelette 2 In Bloom palette on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt8ow_syIn4ChYfD_9NtpgA" target="_blank">YouTube Channel</a> in case you’d like to check that out!<br />
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The Tartelette 2 In Bloom palette retails for $45.00 and is available only on <a href="http://ulta.com/">Ulta.com</a>, and will be available in stores on November 29. It has twelve shades just like the original Tartelette palette, but instead of all matte shadows, it has three shimmer shades with nine mattes. The original Tartelette palette was cool in tone, and the new Tarelette 2 In Bloom palette is more warm toned.</div>
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The packaging is absolutely adorable! I love the floral design with the gold print. It looks like it would be in a metal or tin container, but it is packaged in a very nice quality plastic, making it perfect for travel. When you open the palette, there’s a giant mirror that takes up an entire half of the palette, again making it perfect for traveling and doing your makeup on the go. </div>
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I haven’t been very impressed with many palettes lately, but I am really impressed with the Tartelette 2 In Bloom. It is a beautiful eyeshadow palette that will be appropriate to wear all year round, and can create an endless amount of looks from soft and natural, to smokey and sultry. If you are looking for a palette to ask for for Christmas this year, I highly recommend asking for the Tartelette 2 In Bloom. You will not be disappointed!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03557073605381330339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1887359015128903177.post-49655191902160626932015-11-18T10:00:00.000-06:002015-11-18T12:19:20.215-06:00Erin Condren Life Planner<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I recently decided it was high-time that I get my life more organized. Between a new business, kids, appointments, and bills, I was in need of some structure and something to keep all of my so-called reminders in. I decided to check out the Erin Condren Planner’s because they are extremely popular when it comes to planners.<br />
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The planner I chose is called the Prism Metallic Gold & White Life Planner. I recently filmed an <a href="https://youtu.be/3JZTWqYe7F8" target="_blank">UnBoxing video</a> for this so be sure to head over to my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt8ow_syIn4ChYfD_9NtpgA" target="_blank">YouTube Channel</a> to check that out! The front and back cover of the planner is a thick, laminated plastic which I think is ideal for keeping shape, resisting water, and retaining a clean and sleek look. My design is a white background with a metallic gold design. I was also able to personalize the front cover by adding my initials. The planner is binded together with a large gold spiral, which I happen to love.<br />
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Located along the edges of the planner are all of the monthly tabs. The tabs are all different colors which adds a little more pizazz and personality. Inside each “month” you have an overview calendar of the entire month laid out. Behind the overview, the month is broken down into weeks, giving you a lot more space to write down what you need to get done each day. There were two different layouts I could choose from for the inside of my planner. I decided to go with the vertical layout versus the horizontal layout. The vertical layout means that the days are laid out in vertical columns, versus horizontal rows. This is completely personal preference, and how you prefer to view your days and weeks.<br />
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Located in the very back of the planner are a few planner stickers, a pocket for loose papers, and some Erin Condren sample products. I was really excited to see these, and think it’s really awesome that they are included with the planner.<br />
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Upon first impression, I am really loving this planner! I have never been one to plan, but it’s something that as I get older and more busy, I’ve realized is definitely a must. I really want to get into decorating my planner, and turning it into sort of like a scrapbook/journal. I enjoy watching planner videos, so that’s something I’m definitely interested in trying for myself. Problem is, I’m completely new to the Planner World, so I need help figuring out which stickers to get, what all the different ones are used for, and what they all are called. I know there are tons of sticker shops on Etsy, so let me know which ones are your favorite, as well as what kind's of stickers I need to get to decorate and write on!<br />
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CaseyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03557073605381330339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1887359015128903177.post-74699638151929252142015-11-17T12:44:00.003-06:002015-11-17T14:49:49.341-06:00Favorite Fall Lipsticks 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Fall is one of my favorite seasons! The weather gets cooler, the clothes get cuter, my hair looks great all day, my makeup stays on, and the warmer/darker colors come out to play. Here in Texas, the weather is just now starting to cool down, making it finally feel like Fall is here. I figured since the air is getting a little crisper, I would go ahead and share with you my Top Fall Lipsticks for this year. I posted a video last year with my 2014 picks, so I will link that <a href="https://youtu.be/RowbsB6cNnk" target="_blank">HERE</a> in case you are interested in checking that out. I still have a really enjoy all of last years picks. I have a whole new round of shades this year, so if you are interested in seeing those in action, you can check out this years video <a href="https://youtu.be/3qlQBWTHwd4" target="_blank">HERE</a>!<br />
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Last Fall I was really into dark, vampy lip shades. Don’t get me wrong, I still love a dark eggplant or oxblood lip, but as I was getting my lipsticks together, I noticed that I’m definitely gravitating more towards the dark browns, nudes, and grungy lip shades this season. I have a good mix of both high-end and drugstore lip options, so there’s definitely something in here for everyone depending on color and budget.</div>
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I’m going to start with the nudes first. First up is a lipstick from the drugstore and it is the Maybelline Matte Lipstick in Clay Crush. This is a really soft and creamy, warm nude shade that I think would look beautiful for Thanksgiving. Second is a liquid lipstick by Colourpop and it is in the shade Beeper. Beeper is a matte, taupey-brown shade that is definitely in that grungy, 90’s lipstick family. I got this lipstick because I really wanted Kat Von D’s Bow & Arrow, but that has been sold out for months! I was doing some research and looking for dupes when I saw swatches of Beeper. They are incredibly similar, so if you have been wanting to get Bow & Arrow, I really suggest checking out Beeper. The next two lipsticks are both by MAC and they are both Satin finishes. Twig is one of my favorite lipticks of all time. It's a gorgeous dark nude with a berry undertone. It is very universally flattering, so I really think it would look great on anyone. Next is the shade Spirit. Spirit is a dark nude that is very similar to Velvet Teddy. If you like Velvet Teddy, but want something about two shades darker, I would definitely go with Spirit. I have another liquid lipstick, and this one is a cult favorite that has been popular for some time now, and that is Kat Von D’s liquid lipstick in Lolita. Lolita reminds me a lot of Twig by MAC because it’s a dark nude with a berry, or reddish, hint to it. The last nude I have to share is the most expensive and luxury out of the bunch, and that is the Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Liptick in Very Victoria. Out of all the browns and nudes I have, this is more on the cool toned side and it’s not as opaque and pigmented as the rest, which I am perfectly ok with. I can definitely appreciate different finishes and formulas, and this one is really great. </div>
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Moving right along are my darker shade picks of oxblood reds and eggplant purples. The first one I have is a drugstore lipstick by Milani called Black Cherry. Milani is one of my favorite lipstick brands from the drugstore, and my favorite drugstore line for dark colors. This shade is a dark oxblood red which is absolutely stunning and perfect for Fall. Next I have another drugstore pick, and it’s the NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in the shade Transylvania. NYX is another great line from the drugstore, and the soft matte lip creams are awesome. They are a liquid lipstick, but they are much more comfortable to wear compared to most liquid lipsticks. It doesn’t last as long as the Kat Von D liquid lipsticks, but they have a huge shade range and are much more affordable. The last dark shade I have is one by Bite Beauty and it’s a Matte Cream Lip Crayon in the shade Truffle. It is a dark eggplant shade that is really similar to NYX’s Transylvania, but it is much more creamy and has a really nice sheen to it.</div>
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I decided to include two lip glosses because I think these are great Fall lip options as well. The first is the Anastasia Beverly Hills Lip Gloss in Vintage. It’s a mauve, neutral pink shade, similar to the popular "Kylie Jenner" lip shade that is still very popular. This lip gloss is highly pigmented. It is not the kind of lip gloss that you add as a topper to add a hint of color and shine to your lipstick. This shade will cover up anything you put on your lips that is similar in shade or lighter. The second lip gloss is the Smashbox lip gloss in the shade Vivid Violet. This is not as pigmented as Vintage, so it’s the ideal lip gloss to add on top of your favorite dark, vampy lipstick to add lots of shine and just a hint of color. This is also really nice to wear on it’s own if you’re wanting a dark berry lip, but want something really glossy and a little bit sheer.<br />
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Those are my 2015 Top Fall Lipstick picks! I hope you guys enjoyed it, and be sure to let me know what your favorite Fall and Winter lipsticks are in the comments below.</div>
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Hey ya'll!! Long time no see! I haven't posted in a while, but now that school is back in session and our family life is getting back to a regular schedule, I feel like I can finally get back to blogging. I haven't posted a favorites in a while, so I'm excited to talk about my August Favorites with you today. If you are interested in watching my favorites video then just <a href="https://youtu.be/MQILBLIYjso" target="_blank">click here</a>.</div>
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<i>Becca Highlighter in Champagne Pop: </i>I think this is a lot of people's favorite right now, and I'm pretty sure you've all heard about it by now. This is seriously one of the best highlighters EVER. For one, Becca is one of my favorite brands for powder products. Their blushes and highlighters are some of the best on the market, and this collaboration with Jaclyn Hill does not disappoint. This peachy gold highlighter looks amazing with virtually any makeup look. Even though this was created to compliment any and every skin tone, I think that if you are extremely fair complected, this highlighter might be a little too dark, but could easily be used as a blush topper and be equally just as gorgeous.<br />
<i>Benefit Blush in Dallas: </i>I have been reaching for this blush a ton and for good reason. It's a gorgeous matte mauve-tan, border line bronze shade. It is seriously a beautiful blush that has worked wonderfully all Summer, but it's going to be absolutely stunning in the Fall and Winter. If you are looking for an everday, all year round blush, this is one you should definitely pick this one up.<br />
<i>MAC Blush in Eternal Sun: </i>This has been another well-used and well-loved blush the last couple of months. Eternal Sun is a matte, orange-tan blush that is very pigmented so you only need a small amount to add a nice wash of color to the cheeks. I have been obsessed with matte blushes lately, and this one is one of my top 10 for sure. Like Dallas, this will transition into the cooler months just fine. It will look especially pretty in the Fall.<br />
<i>Lancome Hypnose Drama Mascara: </i>I got this as a 100 Point Perk from Sephora and couldn't put it down. I used it over all of my other mascaras, and used it so much that I've already finished the tube. I am a big advocate for drugstore mascaras, but this is definitely a high end mascara that is worth the splurge, and I absolutely want to purchase this in the full size. The wand is wavy, which I was very unsure of upon first impression, but it worked just fine. The formula is absolutely fantastic. It's a dry formula, which I prefer, and it adds tons of volume without clumping. It reminded me a lot of the Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara in that sense , but it didn't transfer to my undereye area like the Better Than Sex did which I am ecstatic about. <br />
<i>MAC Lip Pencil in Dervish & Lipstick in Brave</i>: This has been my most used lip duo for sure. Dervish is a my lips but better shade that would pair easily with a lot of nudes and mauve shades. Brave is another my lips but better shade, leaning towards the mauve family. This is an every day duo that will go with anything, and be appropriate at work and take you through Happy Hour.</div>
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Hey ya’ll! Today I’m going to be sharing with you everything I loved this past month. I have some makeup, makeup brushes, hair care, and a few lifestyle favorites as well. May was a great month for me, and I hope it was for you as well! I’m excited for Summer, and all the beauty products that come along with it.</div>
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I have been mixing the Maybelline Fit Me! Matte & Poreless Foundation with equal parts of the Loreal True Match Lumi Foundation, and love the coverage and finish that they give when combined. I don’t really like the Fit Me! Matte & Poreless on it’s own, because my skin is dry and I prefer a dewy foundation. I really like the True Match Lumi, but it’s more of a light to medium coverage, and if I had to choose, I prefer a more true-medium coverage foundation. The two of these provide the luminosity that I am looking for, as well as my desired coverage and color.</div>
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I got this eyeshadow with a set from ColourPop at the beginning of the month, and have been wearing it so much that I’ve already hit pan! This is the color Blaze from the KathleenLights “Where The Light Is Palette” and I absolutely love it. It’s a antique, shimmery bronze shade that is gorgeous on the lids. It’s a mousse-like texture, and applies similarly to the Loreal Infallible Shadows. I apply it with my finger, and then use a brush to clean up along the crease and in my inner corners. The only bummer about this shade is that it’s not currently being sold individually; it’s only available in the “Where The Light Is” set. I will say that it’s worth it to buy the set to get this color, because the other three colors that come with it are really great.</div>
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There’s three brushes that have stood out to me this month. Starting on the left, the Sigma Large Shader #E60 has been a really great brush to use with cream eyeshadows. I have been using it to apply Blaze in my inner corners and to clean up, and apply, product along my upper lid, bordering my crease. I also like to use it to apply pigments, and shimmery eyeshadows because it transfers color and shimmer much better than a standard shadow brush. The next brush I purchased at the beginning of the month, and it’s the Real Techniques Sculpting Brush. It’s a dense, angled brush that can be used to apply liquid, cream, and powder products. I initially purchased it to apply cream bronzer, and it does a fantastic job at that. What makes it even better is how well it applies liquid foundation. It’s an awesome multipurpose, affordable brush. The last brush is the Kat Von D Shade + Light Contour Brush. The setting side of the brush fits perfectly under the eyes to set concealer. I don’t use the contour side to contour my face very much, but I do love it for contouring my nose. It’s very soft, so it creates a really soft contour, which is what I have been gravitating towards lately. </div>
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I have been doing a lot of organizing and cleaning out recently, and this blush was just hanging out in the back of my blush drawer. I have had this for a very long time, and have hit MAJOR pan! I decided to pull it back out a use it again because it’s a great color for Spring and Summer. It’s a light coral shade that has a bit of a highlight effect to it. It goes on sheer, giving you a natural flush to the cheeks, and the highlighting effect gives you a nice glow. It’s one of those blushes that goes with everything and isn’t going to interfere with any other makeup you decide to wear. This would be a great blush to bring on any summer vacations you may have planned because of that reason.</div>
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The Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in #57 and the YSL Glossy Balm in #10 have been my go-to lipsticks lately. I really enjoy lip products like these in the warmer months because they are both a sheer formula that add the perfect little pop of color. They are both balm-like in texture, but the YSL is much shinier and glossy. They are both expensive lip products, but like I’ve said before, I don’t mind spending extra money on a product that I know I’m going to be using on a daily basis.</div>
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The Living Proof Perfect Hair Day mask has been good food for my hair. I’ve been using it once a week and have seen a difference in my hair. I apply it at night to unwashed hair, sleep in it, and wash and style my hair the next day. My hair is left feeling softer, it’s shinier, and it holds a style better. I have also been able to go longer between washes, and I really feel like it’s because of this product. I still use the Batiste dry shampoo on days that I don’t wash my hair, but ever since adding this into my weekly hair care routine, my hair has been less greasy and I’ve been able to go a good three, even sometimes four day’s without washing my hair! </div>
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Kevin and the kids got me the Kendra Scott Danielle earrings and the Rayne necklace for Mother’s Day, and I have been wearing them so much since (both are in White Pearl). I’ve wanted them both since Winter, but decided to wait until Spring or Summer to purchase. I love white and gold paired together, and these two pieces are perfect accessories for Summer.</div>
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My favorite book that I read this month was Cinder by Marissa Meyer. It’s a Young Adult Fiction, fairytale retelling that is the first in the series The Lunar Chronicles. It really surprised me, was entertaining, and was a fast read. If you want to know more about this book or the series, check out my May Book Haul.</div>
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My favorite song has hands down been 'Where Are U Now' by Skrillex featuring Justin Bieber. I’ve been listening to this song non-stop for the last month and a half or so, and am still not tired of it.</div>
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The tv show Fixer Upper on HGTV is my new obsession. The show follows Chip and Joanna Gaines who are based out of Waco, Texas. If you like home improvement shows, like to decorate, or are interested in renovations, you will love this show. It will make you want to redecorate your house (as if I needed another reason to go to HomeGoods…)!</div>
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Hey ya’ll!! Today I’m going to share with you some new clothing items I picked up from Forever 21. I wanted a few new things for Spring and Summer, and Forever 21 is one of the first places I go. They have cute and comfortable pieces that are really affordable.</div>
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I absolutely love wearing rompers in the Spring and Summer I practically live in them! They are not only easy to wear and comfortable, but you can make yourself look great with very little effort. I get most of my rompers from Forever 21 because they have a really nice selection, and most of them range anywhere from $10-$20, and you just cannot beat that price.</div>
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I am a huge fan of Kimono’s. I have a lot of basic tee’s and tank’s, and a kimono is a great way to dress up them up. This one in particular is really nice quality for the price. It’s heavy in the neck line, the colors and print and very vibrant and bright, and it’s nice and long.</div>
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For some reason, I am really picky when it comes to tops and I always have a tough time picking them out, which is why my closet is full of basics. I really like this paisley printed top. It’s got a little bit of an aztec print as well, which I really like. It’s flowy and comfortable to wear. The yellow top is also nice and flow, and has a peak-a-boo lace detail around the bottom, so you get just a little pop of skin poking through. I don’t have any yellow in my closet, so this was a nice added piece for Summer.</div>
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Hey ya’ll! It’s been a while since I have done any "book related” posts, and I have really missed them! I really miss doing lifestyle related posts, so I am definitely going to start doing more of them. Today I’m going to share with you some books I have picked up recently. I will have each book linked, in case you want more information. I’ve also included link to their Goodreads pages, if you want to read reviews and ratings. </div>
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<i><a href="http://bit.ly/1HUPSR6" target="_blank">Paper Towns by John Green</a></i></div>
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Paper Towns is about a boy named Quentin Jacobsen who has had a long time crush on a girl named Margo Spiegelman. They randomly become friends one night when she shows up at his house. They spend the entire night together and then everything changes the next day at school. From what I can gather, Margo disappears but has left clues for Quentin to find her. The movie adaptation comes out in theaters this summer, on July 24.<br />
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The Isle of the Lost is a Disney adaptation about the Disney Villains and their children. The Villains are Maleficent, The Evil Queen from Snow White, Jafar, and Cruella Deville. The Villains and their families live on an island called Isle of the Lost and it is ruled by Maleficent. The Disney Villains were banished to the island and stripped of their powers 20 yrs ago, and are unable to leave due to an invisible fortress. There is key to help them possibly regain their powers and unlock the fortress somewhere hidden on the island that they must find. It seems to me that this is going to be a coming of age story about the children, and the lesson is that just because you come from an evil family, doesn’t mean you can’t choose to be good.</div>
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<i><a href="http://bit.ly/1FlfXD3" target="_blank">-Goodreads Page-</a></i></div>
Outlander was originally published in 1991 and there are 8 books in this series, with the ninth book in the works. It’s about a woman named Claire Randall who is a combat nurse in the year 1945. She has just come back from the war and has been reunited with her husband. They are on a vacation in the British Isles when she walks through a standing stone in one of the ancient stone circles, and is transported back in time to Scotland in the year 1743. This has been made into a TV Series on Starz network and I have not watched it. I have heard really amazing things about this series, and I’m excited to start it. I’ve heard is all things romantic, dramatic, fun, exciting, and adventurous.<br />
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These are all fairy tale retellings about Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, and Rapunzel. The prequel to this series called The Fairest came out in January of this year, and the next book in the series comes out in November titled Winter, which is going to be featuring Snow White. So far I have read Cinder, but have yet to start the next book in the series, Scarlett. I believe that each book features the character(s) from the previous book in the series. I really enjoyed Cinder, and have heard really awesome things about this series in general, so I am excited to continue reading it.<br />
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The Coldest Girl in Coldtown is about a girl name Tana who lives in a world where there are caged cities called Coldtowns that house vampires. There’s another thing, if you enter a Coldtown, you aren’t allowed to leave it. One morning after a party, Tana wakes up to find herself surrounded by dead bodies. She, her ex boyfriend who has been infected, and another boy whom she does not know, are the only three survivors. They have to find a way to save themselves, and the only way to do that is to entire a Coldtown.<br />
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Hey ya’ll! Today I’m going to be sharing with you everything that I’ve picked up from Sephora this past month. I’ve been to Sephora a few times, so this haul is collective. Some of these products are repurchases, and things that I actually needed! I have a couple makeup products, and the rest are hair care and skin care items.<br />
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My hair has been really dry and not looking it’s best lately, so I’ve been in the market for a new hair mask or serum. Living Proof recently came out with this new night mask, and since I had never tried anything from the brand, I figured now was a better time than ever. I have used this twice so far, and have seen a difference in my hair’s overall appearance and texture. I apply about four pumps of this to dry, dirty hair, and wash it out the next day. My hair is left feeling softer and smoother, shinier, and more manageable.<br />
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Last summer I purchased the original Bumble & Bumble Surf Spray. I ended up using the whole thing, but wasn’t 100% happy with it because it made my hair feel gritty and dirty. I like my hair to be moveable, touchable, and soft, so when I saw this hot new product it sounded like it was made for me. This is the same original spray, but with oil added to it. The new Surf Infusion creates softer, smoother texture, which is exactly what I’m looking for.<br />
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I recently finished up my night time moisturizer, and wanted to try something different. This is my first time trying anything from First Aid Beauty. The Ultra Repair Hydra-Firm Sleeping cream is really thick and creamy, and keeps my skin hydrated until morning, without leaving my overly greasy. It sits nicely on my skin, hasn’t broken me out, and a little bit goes a long way.<br />
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I’ve heard bloggers talk about Benefit’s blush in Dallas for years, but never picked it up until now. Dallas is a matte, mauve/plum/bronzer shade that looks beautiful on the skin. I think this will make a nice blush for Summer, but will easily transition to Fall as well. It adds the perfect amount of warmth to the face.<br />
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I love YSL lip products, and have been collecting them the past couple of years. This is a Glossy Balm in the shade #10 Tangy Mandarine. It’s a sheer, bright orange/coral. One of my favorite lip products is the Dior Addict Lip Glow, so I wanted something similar but in a different shade. This product goes on sheer, but can be built up for more added color, and is hydrating like a lip balm. It adds the perfect pop of color, and is perfect for Summer. This is a pricey item, but I don’t mind spending more money on a product that I know I will get tons of use out of. This is going to live in my purse, along with my Dior Addict Lip Glow, and will be in constant rotation this Summer.<br />
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I have repurchased the Benefit Gimme Brow more than once now, and haven’t found any reason to try anything else. I get the shade Medium/Deep because I like my brows to be a little darker than my hair. This adds a little bit of color, slightly plumps the brows, and holds them in place all day.<br />
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I have noticed more fine lines under my eyes lately, and it’s freaking me out! I decided it was time to start using a retinoid under my eyes and decided to try this one since I like the Miracle Worker facial pads so much. The consistency of this reminds me of the Benefit Porefessional because it has that same thick, silicone texture to it. I’ve only been using it for a week so I haven’t seen any major changes yet. It says I should see a difference in about 8 weeks, so I will be sure to let you know how I liked it once it’s used up.<br />
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Another repurchase is the Tarte Maracuja C-Brighter Eye Treatment. HOLY GRAIL EYE CREAM right here! I recently decided to try the Bobbi Brown Hydrating Under Eye Cream, and honestly wasn’t that impressed by it. It was a nice eye cream, and I finished it up, but I do prefer the Tarte one. The Tarte eye cream is much thicker, and hydrates my under eye area a lot better, and longer, than the Bobbi Brown did.<br />
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This is the Kat Von D Shade + Light Contour Brush and it is awesome. I will say, I prefer the “setting” or “light” side. It fits perfectly under the eyes, and in the setting powders in the Shade + Light Contour Palette. The “contour” or “shade” side is nice, but it’s not dense enough for me to contour with. I like a really dense brush for contouring my cheeks, but this works nicely for contouring the nose. It also comes with a protective case that is perfect for storing and traveling.<br />
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Hey ya’ll! Today I’m going to show you how I style my hair into loose, beachy waves. I’ve been styling me hair like this for a while now and absolutely love it. I have been getting a lot of questions lately on how I do my hair, and what products I use, so I figured I would share that with you today.<br />
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I have medium length hair with long layers cut into it. My hair is fine, but very dense, meaning that my hair is thin and I have a lot of it. I don’t have naturally curly hair, but it’s not super straight either. My hair dries straight in the front, and then I have a natural wave in the back.<br />
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The tool I use to curl my hair is the <a href="http://numeproducts.com/hair-styling/hot-tools/curling-wand/titan-3-curling-iron-set/" target="_blank">Nume Curling Wand</a>. I received the Titan 3 set for Christmas, and have been using the 22mm barrel which is the medium sized attachment. I also keep handy a paddle brush, a wide toothed comb, a teasing comb, shine spray, hairspray, and a hair clip to section off my hair.<br />
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Before I start I like to spray the Granier Brilliant Shine Spray all over my hair for added shine. I then brush my hair out with a paddle brush so that the product is evenly distributed. Since my hair is so dense, I end up curling my hair in five different sections. The first two sections are the bottom half of my hair. I start by taking about one inch pieces, and curl them away from my face. I’m not super precise when I’m curling the bottom two sections. These bottom sections aren’t easily seen after the finished product, so I just want to get them curled that way the hair blends with the top three sections.<br />
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The third section is when I start alternating my curls. I begin by taking the front pieces, and start curling towards my face. Then grabbing the second piece, I curl it away from my face. I repeat these two steps for the rest of this section. The reason I alternate the curls is because I want the waves to be distinct and different, resulting in a more textured look. If you curl your hair in the same direction all the way around, they are all going to meld together, resulting in one giant wave. By alternating the curls, you will have distinct separated waves that create more volume and texture to the finished look.<br />
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The fourth section is where I decide whether I am going to do a side part or a middle part. For today’s look I decided to go with a side part. I start by creating a deep side part, and create one last section on the parted side of my hair. I repeat the same steps that I did with the third section. I start by curling towards my face again on the parted side, because that piece of hair lays before the first piece in the previous section. As a result, every curl in this section will lay on top of it’s opposite curl from the third section. The right side (my right) is actually going to be the top section of hair because of the side part, so instead of curling the first piece toward my face, I am going to be curling that piece away from my face. I like to curl the hair closest to my face, on the top layer, to curl away from my face.<br />
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Now to the fifth and final section, which is all going to lay on my left side. I curl the first piece closest to my face, away from my face. Like I did in the previous sections, I add in alternating curls until all the final pieces are finished and curled.<br />
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Once the entire head is curled, I like to let them sit for about 20 minutes before I brush them out. The wait time allows your curls to cool, and lock in their shape. If you brush our your curls while the are still warm, they will lose their shape. During this time, I usually do my makeup to help pass the time.<br />
When the curls have cooled and set, I like to start shaking the curls out with my fingers. I start with the bottom, putting my hands at the base of my head and gently shaking the hair from the root, and gently pulling my fingers through the hair. I repeat this step with the middle of my head, taking my hands through the sides, gently pulling my fingers through the entire middle section. Once I have gently ruffled my curls, I take a wide toothed comb, and gently start brushing through my hair.<br />
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When I’ve finished brushing out my hair, I like to go back in and add in a few small curls to any place that needs it, or if I accidentally missed a piece. Once I’ve done that I like to spray a light weight hair spray to really lock in the work I’ve just done. My favorite hairspray to use in the Garner Sleek & Shine Hair Spray. It’s a light weight hair spray that holds my style in place, without leaving my hair heavy and crunchy.<br />
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And that is how I style my hair! I hope you enjoyed it, and got a few tips on how to achieve texture beachy waves. Be sure to watch my video to see the tutorial in action. And as always, if you have any requests for me, or questions, just leave them in the comments down below!<br />
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Hey ya’ll!! I recently made my first <a href="https://colourpop.com/" target="_blank">ColourPop</a> purchase and decided to try out the “Where The Light Is” quad that KathleenLights helped to create. I’ve seen tons of YouTuber’s talk about ColourPop for a while now, but never personally tried anything. When I saw a few reviews and swatches of the “Where The Light Is” set, I decided that it was time I bite the bullet and try them out.<br />
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I have been loving cream eyeshadows lately, and these ColourPop shadows are right up my alley. They are very affordable ($5.00 each) and are comparable to the <a href="http://caseyfergusonxoxo.blogspot.com/2015/04/maybelline-color-tattoos-vs-loreal.html" target="_blank">Loreal Infallible Cream Shadows.</a> They are a cream to powder formula and are very pigmented. They are really soft and smooth, with a bit of a bounce to them, similar to the Bouncy Blushes from Maybelline.<br />
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The set retails for $20.00 and comes complete with four shades, two matte and two shimmer. The first matte shade is called Glow and is a creamy white shade, great as an all over lid color or brow bone highlight. Next is Cornelius which is a soft brown that is a perfect crease shade; it’s not too warm and it’s not too cool. The first shimmer shade is called Blaze and it’s my favorite shade in the quad. It’s a toasted bronze with lots of glitter and shimmer. Lastly is KathleenLights, which is a shimmery golden bronze. It’s an exact dupe for the shade “Unleashed” from the <a href="http://caseyfergusonxoxo.blogspot.com/2015/03/lorac-unzipped-gold-palettereview-demo.html" target="_blank">Lorac Unzipped Gold Palette</a>, which happens to be my favorite shade in the palette. If you like the shade KathleenLights then you would really enjoy the Lorac Unzipped Gold Palette.<br />
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All four shades wear extremely well with zero fading or creasing. I wore them on top of the Urban Decay Primer Potion for a good 12 hours and they held up perfectly. If you are a fan of cream eyeshadows, and have not tried any of the ColourPop shadows, I really recommend them. Shipping is fast, they are affordable, and the quality and pigmentation are awesome. Next up on my list to try are the ColourPop Lippe Stix!<br />
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Hey ya’ll!! Today I’m going to be talking about all the things that I’ve been loving this past month. I purchased a bunch of new goodies this month, some I’ve been able to use a good bit to make them favorites, while some I didn’t get a chance to use enough to call favorites just yet. I have been using, and loving, a lot of the same products the past couple of months, so I don’t have a ton of new beauty items to talk about. To make up for the lack of beauty items, I decided to add in a few lifestyle favorites as well. If you like me adding in a few lifestyle favorites, let me know!<br />
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Let’s start with beauty favorites first. The first thing, hands down, is the Kat Von D Shade & Light Eye Palette. I picked this us during the Sephora VIB Sale and have been absolutely loving it. It’s a great, every day, matte eyeshadow palette. The shades are pigmented, buttery soft, and perform beautifully. I did a whole r<a href="http://caseyfergusonxoxo.blogspot.com/2015/04/review-kat-von-d-shade-light-eye-palette.html" target="_blank">eview and demo</a> on the palette if you want to check it out.<br />
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Next up is the Becca Blush in Wild Honey. I have been wearing this blush non-stop since I got it. It’s a warm, apricot shade that’s perfect for Spring and Summer. I love the Becca blushes and want to collect the whole blush line. The next ones on my list to get are Songbird and Flowerchild.<br />
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This next product is the one I have used the most this month, and that is the It Cosmetic’s CC+ Radiance Ombre Bronzer. I am so in love with this bronzer, and it is one of the best I have ever owned. I like to wear shimmery bronzers in the Spring and Summer, and was in the market for a new one since most of the bronzers I own are matte. I was unsure of this when I purchased it, but am so glad I decided to bring it home with me. It’s so versatile with the three different shades in it, giving you multiple options depending on what kind of look you are going for that day.<br />
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The last beauty product I have to share is the Too Faced Shadow Insurance in the shade Champagne. I own a deluxe sized version, which is exactly half the size of the original. I got this, along with the shade Angel, during the Sephora Black Friday Sale this past December. I have been wearing it a lot over the past couple of months and decided it was high time I mentioned it. What’s great about this, is that it can be worn as an eyeshadow primer, or on it’s own. It is a shimmery champagne gold color that layers well under shadows, and looks really pretty on it’s own. I like pairing this with matte shadows. The shimmer gives matte shadows a really nice "satin glow” that I’ve been really into lately.<br />
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First up I have a nail polish, and it is Essie’s polish in Mint Candy Apple. This is not a new product, but it’s new to me. I’ve heard tons of beauty bloggers rave about it for forever now, so I decided it was time I see what the hype was about. I really like the fun, light blue color against tan skin. It really pops and adds a nice pop of color.<br />
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Next up I have a candle from Bath and Body Works that was a complete surprise. I really love the Fall candles from them, but haven’t ever found a good Spring/Summer scent until now. The scent is Lemon Mint Leaf, and it smells so amazing. The description says it’s "freshly cut lemon balm and spearmint give a refreshing lift to a blend of vetiver and citrus”. It’s the perfect mix of mint and citrus, and I’m absolutely loving it.<br />
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I fell in love with the show Empire this month. The season is already over, so I marathoned it on Hulu. When I saw the initial promo’s for the show, I honest thought it was going to be dumb, but man was I wrong! The music first off, is so amazing, I downloaded the soundtrack and have been listening to it on repeat. Secondly, the story line, the characters, and the drama are so addicting. I cannot wait for Season 2.<br />
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I haven’t posted anything from my Beauty & The Books series lately, so I though I’d throw in a book favorite. I recently finished Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas which is the third book in the Throne of Glass series. The fourth book in the series is set to come out later this year and I am so excited. This book series is one of my favorites. It’s a Young Adult Fantasy series with lots of action, drama, mystery, magic, and of course a love triangle. If any of that strikes your fancy, I highly recommend this series to you.<br />
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That’s going to be it for my April Favorites! I hope you enjoyed getting a peak at everything I’ve been loving this month, and I hope you liked seeing some lifestyle favorites as well. I’m not sure if I will continue to add in my lifestyle favorites, or if it will just be an every now and then sort of thing. Let me know your thoughts down below in the comments! :)<br />
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Hey ya’ll! Today’s post is all about my foundation routine. This is the foundation routine that I do every time I do my makeup (except for my lazy "No-Makeup" Makeup Days). I know that may seem a little excessive, but if I’m going to take the time to put makeup on, I’m going to go all out and do the full routine. I don’t use a ton of products in my foundation routine, so it really doesn’t take a long time for me to do it.<br />
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To get the best possible base, you first need to cleanse and exfoliate your skin. This will not only smooth your skin, but also will rid it of any left over makeup, dirt, and oil, allowing for the best possible makeup application. Next is to moisturize. I have normal to dry skin, so I like to mix in a little bit of oil into my daily moisturizer. The Tarte Maracuja Oil is my absolute favorite. I usually wait about 15 minutes or so after I’ve applied my moisturizer to start my makeup application, but I like to apply my under eye cream right before I apply my makeup. I have dry under eyes with fine lines, so applying my under eye cream right before I apply my makeup really helps my concealer blend in without creasing, or caking up.<br />
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I first prime my skin using the Hourglass Mineral Veil Primer. This product is pricey, but it works really well at keeping my makeup in place, and lasting throughout the night. It’s light weight, and dries quickly, without leaving any sort of residue behind.<br />
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Next I apply the Make Up For Ever HD Foundation using the Sigma F80 Flat Top Kabuki brush. This is one of my favorite foundations and it works great with normal, dry, and combination skin types. If you have oily skin this foundation can still work for you, but you will just have to set it with a powder, and probably do touchups throughout the day. This is a medium coverage foundation, dries down to a normal finish on me, and looks amazing on camera and in pictures.<br />
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After I’ve applied my foundation I like to conceal and highlight using the Maybelline Instant Age Rewind. This is the best concealer I have ever used, drugstore or high-end. I have dry under eyes and have fine lines. It’s not necessarily wrinkles, but because I have full and high cheekbones, when I smile my eyes naturally crease which causes the fine lines. Because of that, most concealers crease on me and can cake up really easily. This concealer is lightweight, super creamy, and very pigmented, making it the perfect two in one product for both concealing and highlighting. I like to blend it in using a dampened Real Techniques Sponge. Since the sponge is dampened with cool water, it adds a little bit more hydration, and blends in the concealer perfectly.<br />
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Lastly, I like to set all of that concealer with the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Diffused Light. I only set the areas that I put concealer at, I do not set my whole face because I tend to be on the dry side. This powder is very finely milled, soft, and light weight, making it perfect for my under eyes. It’s a translucent powder with a pale yellow undertone, so it does a great job at brightening up my highlighted areas too. The powder isn’t heavy at all, so it really helps to set everything without looking super powdery or cakey. The Hourglass powders are on the expensive side, but they last a really long time. I’ve been using mine a ton the past two months and have yet to hit pan.<br />
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Today’s post is an exciting one on the brand new Kat Von D Shade & Light Eye Palette! I have been really enjoying the Shade & Light Contour Palette, so of course when I saw that Kat Von D was coming out with a Shade & Light eyeshadow palette I knew I had to have it.<br />
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The palette retails for $46 at Sephora and on <a href="http://sephora.com/">Sephora.com</a> (the same price at the contour palette). Another similarity to the Shade & Light Contour Palette is the packaging. They are pretty much identical except for the foiled accents. On the eyeshadow palette, the foil is gold, and it is silver on the contour palette. You also get an outline of the palette on the back of the packaging with the names of all the shadows.<br />
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The top three shades in the palette: Laetus, Lazarus, & Ludwin, are the same size as the highlighting powders in the Shade & Light contour palette (.08 ounces). The other nine shadows in the palette are .04 ounces each and are vary comparable in size to the shadows in the Urban Decay Naked Palettes (.05 ounces each). All of the shadows in this palette are matte, there are no shimmery shades in this palette. There are two shades however, Lucius & Latinus, appear to have a little bit of a satin finish.<br />
There are three different sections to the palette: neutral’s, cool tones, and warm tones. That’s what makes this palette so amazing, ANYONE can use this palette no matter what your skin tone is, because there’s shades in here for everyone. The different sections in the palette are perfect for beginners, because it helps take a lot of the guess work, and confusion, out of trying to decided which shadows go together. But of course, there are no rules when it comes to makeup. All of the shades can be used interchangeably, and can be mixed and matched to create your own perfect, individual, look.<br />
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All of the shadows are super soft, buttery, blendable, and pigmented. I have been trying out every shade, and coming up with different combinations, and they all perform beautifully. The combinations you can create using this palette are endless. You can create natural eye looks, soft smokey eyes, and really intense smokey eyes.<br />
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This is a very high quality palette with amazing shades. The only “downfall”, or negative, I have noticed is that the shadows are very powdery and there’s a lot of fall-out. It’s particularly noticeable when you go to apply them with a brush. Fall-out isn’t a deal breaker for me personally, but I do know that there are people out there who aren’t a big fan of shadows that do that. A tip to dealing with fall-out from powder products is after you have picked up the product with your brush, tap it off lightly, and then apply it. When you tap your brush, all the excess product will fall off, which then decreases the amount of fall-out onto your face.<br />
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I hope you all enjoyed this review and found it informative and helpful! I definitely recommend this palette to anyone and everyone. I would have to say that this is a MUST-HAVE palette. If you are looking for an eyeshadow palette with all matte eyeshadows, check out this little beauty. It’s absolutely stunning and the amount of looks that can be created with it are endless. I really enjoy the Kat Von D line. Everything that I have tried from the brand has been wonderful. Be sure to check out my video below to see the Shade & Light Eyeshade Palette in action! :)<br />
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Casey<br />
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Hey ya’ll! Today I’m going to share with you my current favorite, go-to smokey eye. I have listed and pictured all of the products I used for this look, as well as my video on the full tutorial down below. This is the look I have been going to a lot recently, and it is great for a lot of different occasions from date nights, to parties, and for attending weddings. </div>
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<b><u><i>Face Products:</i></u></b> Hourglass Mineral Veil Primer, Kat Von D Lock-It Tattoo Foundation in Light 48, Maybelline Instant Age Rewind in Fair, Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Diffused Light, Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip Brow in Soft Brown, Benefit Gimme Brow in Medium/Deep<br />
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<b><i><u>Cheek Products:</u></i></b> It Cosmetics CC+ Radiance Ombre Bronzer, MAC Blush in Eternal Sun<br />
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<b><i><u>Eye Products:</u></i></b> Too Faced Shadow Insurance in Champagne, Maybelline Color Tattoo in Creamy Beige, Makeup Geek Shadows in Shimma Shimma, Creme Brulee, Frappe, Mocha, & Latte, Maybelline Gel Liner in Blackest Black, Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara<br />
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<b><i><u>Lip Products:</u></i></b> Milani Lipstick in Nude Creme, Buxom Lip Gloss in White Russian<br />
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Hey ya’ll!! As you may already know, the Sephora Spring VIB Sale is in full swing. This sale only comes around twice a year, and when it does I participate. I only picked up two things during the actual sale this year, but I’ve also picked up a couple goodies from there over the last few weeks that I decided to throw in as well. Along with a few trips to Sephora, I’ve also visited Ulta, so I decided to toss those little babies in here to give you a nice little collective haul. Everything I’m sharing today can be found, and purchased, at Sephora for the VIB discount except for one item that can only be purchased at Ulta.<br />
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Kat Von D Shade & Light Eye Palette<br />
This is the purchase I am most excited about! I have the Shade & Light Contour Palette, so naturally when Kat Von D decided to make the Shade & Light Eyeshadow Palette, I couldn’t resist. I haven’t even touched this little baby yet, but can’t wait to dive it! I plan on doing a review, demo, & swatch of this beauty, so keep an eye out for that.<br />
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Becca Blush in Wild Honey<br />
This blush is perfect for Spring and Summer! It’s a bronzed apricot shade that perfectly compliments a tan. It’s a matte blush with a bit of a satin finish.<br />
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Buxom Lip Gloss in Mudslide<br />
I have had my eye on this gloss for a really long time, but decided to hold out until Spring to purchase it. I absolutely love this color! It is super shiny with zero shimmer. The color itself is very unique. Buxom describes it as a Petal Pink, but I would have to disagree. I wanna say it’s in the terra-cotta family, but definitely has a pinky coral hint to it as well. It’s gorgeous!<br />
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I purchased this because I have been out of a high-end foundation that matches me at my lightest. I had two foundations from the drugstore, but neither one of them offer the kind of finish and coverage that I like for evenings and events. I normally go for a medium coverage foundation, so when I first applied this I felt like I was painting my face. It’s very full coverage, but the finish and the color are amazing. The shade I got is Light 48, and it matches me perfectly.</div>
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It Cosmetics CC+ Radiance Ombre Bronzer<br />
This bronzer was an unexpected purchase for me. I received a $10 off coupon from Ulta for my birthday, and had been saving up my points, so I decided to go ahead and go for it because I don’t have many shimmery bronzers (which is what I prefer to wear during the Spring and Summer months). This bronzer is so amazing! It has three different sections with a matte shade, a shimmery bronze shade, and a straight highlight. This bronzer is very versatile, and I have been wearing it non-stop.<br />
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Tarte Maracuja Oil<br />
I cannot live without this stuff. It is a staple in my skin care routine and I use it every single day. This was on-sale during the 21 Day of Beauty at Ulta, and the timing was perfect because I had just run out of mine. This oil has completely transformed my skin and leaves it super hydrated and glowing.<br />
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Hey ya’ll!! I’m really excited for today’s post because it’s one that I’ve been wanting to do for a while now. I have been really into cream shadows lately and have been playing with these beauties the past couple of months so that I could give you my 100% thoughts, opinions, and experience with them.<br />
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The Maybelline Color Tattoo’s and the Loreal Infallible Cream Shadow’s are two of my favorite products from the drugstore. There are things that I like, and don’t like, about each line which is what we are going to get into today.<br />
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The Maybelline Color Tattoo’s are a true cream formula. They are best applied with your finger, and dry down to a powder finish. They come in a glass pot similar to the Anastasia Dip Brow Pomade’s, or a potted gel liner. You get .14 ounces (4 grams) of product in each pot and they retail for $6.99. You can find them at any drugstore, and most often there are coupons available for Ulta and CVS, so you typically won’t have to pay full price for them.<br />
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The shades I have, from left to right, are: Bad To The Bronze, Tough As Taupe, Bold Gold, Vintage Plum, and Creamy Beige. The first three are from the original Color Tattoo line and the last two are from the Leather Collection. I do find there is a difference in formula between the original’s and the Leather’s. The original formula is a bit dryer, where the Leather’s are much more creamy and easy to work with. Bad To The Bronze and Tough as Taupe are great everyday shades and have great pigmentation. My favorite Color Tattoo, and a new holy grail item for me, by far is Creamy Beige. It is super creamy and pigmented, and is the perfect lid color. It is beautiful on it’s own, with a little definition in the crease, and with a smokey eye. My least favorite shades are Bold Gold and Vintage Plum. Vintage Plum was the biggest disappointment because it is very patchy, and the color separates and cannot be built up. Bold Gold isn’t what I hoped it would be. Instead of being a bronzed gold like I was hoping, it comes off more like a Deli Mustard color, which I’m not fond of.<br />
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The Loreal Infallible Shadow’s are much different from the Color Tattoo’s. The Color Tattoo’s are a true cream formula, where as the Loreal Infallible’s are more of a Hybrid between a cream and a powder. You can apply them with your finger or with a brush. I prefer applying them with my fingers because I think you get a much better color payoff, and effect that way. The shadow’s are packaged in a pot form similar to the Color Tattoo’s, but are flatter and in a plastic container versus a glass container. What I like about this packaging is that they come with a plastic stopper that sits under the lid, on top of the product. This really helps to keep the shape of the shadows, and helps to keep them from drying out. You get .12 ounces (3.5 grams) of product and they retail for $7.99. You do get a little less product for $1.00 more with the Infallible's. Again, you can find these at any drugstore, and there are coupons available.<br />
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The shades I have, from left to right, are: Amber Rush, Iced Latte, Bronzed Taupe, Bottomless Java, Golden Emerald, and Gilded Envy. As you can see they are all high-shimmer, and super pigmented. There are no matte shadows available in the collection. My favorite shadows from this line are Amber Rush and Bronzed Taupe. Amber Rush is a true dupe for MAC’s “Tan” Pigment. It’s a beautiful rose gold shade that is perfect for Spring and Summer, and will be stunning with a bronzed summer glow. Bronzed Taupe is another beautiful Spring and Summer color. It’s one of those shades that can be worn on it’s own and look exceptional. I already know that both of these shades are going to be go-to, easy color's to pop on my lids this Summer. Bottomless Java and Golden Emerald are both beautiful shades that have small specks of glitter in them. The great thing about the formula of these is that there is zero fall out, so you aren’t going to end up with glitter all over your face after you’ve applied them. My least favorites are Iced Latte and Gilded Envy. They are both a lot dryer in texture, and crumbly, than the other four. It’s really a bummer about Iced Latte because the color is very pretty. It’s a great brow bone and inner corner highlight color, and would be really pretty to apply in the center of your lids for an extra pop. I just wish it was creamy and smooth like the other’s. Gilded Envy just isn’t the right color for me. It’s not a bad shade by any means, it’s just not a great shade on me. I actually purchased it by mistake. I meant to grab Golden Emerald, but saw the green in the package and bought it thinking there was only one green in the collection.<br />
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If I had to pick one line over the other, the Color Tattoo’s or the Loreal Infallible Shadow’s, I would have to go with the Infallible’s. It kills me to have to choose because the Color Tattoo in Creamy Beige is one of my new, holy grail products and is my favorite shadow out of all of these combined. But when you get down to performance, formula, pigmentation, and application for the shadows as a whole, the Loreal Infallible Shadow’s win in my opinion.<br />
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I hope you enjoyed today’s post and found it helpful! I would love to know which one you prefer out of the Color Tattoo’s and the Infallible’s, and which shades are your favorites. Like I said, I’ve been really into cream shadows lately, so if you have a favorite brand other than the two I mentioned, I would love your recommendations in the comments down below whether they be high-end or drugstore!<br />
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Today I am going to be sharing my March Beauty Favorites with you. This past month I decided to pull out all of Spring and Summer makeup and start incorporating them back into my beauty routine. I am so excited for bronzed skin, shimmery eyes, and coral lips and cheeks, and the products I’m sharing today fit those descriptions.<br />
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<b style="text-decoration: underline;">Too Faced Sun Bunny:</b> This is a warm, shimmery bronzer that I love for Spring and Summer. It adds the perfect amount of bronze and luminosity to the skin, making you look glowing and healthy. It’s not a glittery-shimmery bronzer, but it definitely adds a nice sparkle and shine to the face. It can look orange if you apply too much, so less is more with this one. With the right amount you will look like you spent the day at the beach.<br />
<b><u>Becca Blush in Damselfly:</u></b> This was a favorite of mine last year, and is going to be another go-to this year. I got so many compliments when I would wear it and there were multiple times when I would get asked what blush I was wearing, and it was always this one. It’s a pinky-coral blush that’s not matte, just has the slightest sheen to it. It is very pigmented and buttery soft. Becca is one of my favorite brands for face products. I recently picked up my second blush from the line, and am contemplating getting another one during the Sephora VIB Sale.<br />
<b><u>Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Diffused Light:</u></b> This has been my go-to setting powder the last couple of months. It’s very light weight, and is a white powder with a slight yellow undertone. I use this to set all of the places where I’ve concealed and highlighted, and it adds a bit more brightness and light to my face. I absolutely love it!<br />
<u><b>YSL Rouge Volupte Shine in #15 & YSL Glossy Stain in #27:</b></u> This has been my favorite lip combo this past month. I wore this a ton last year and am going to do the same this year. It is a pricey combo, but when paired together they give the perfect, light pinky-coral lip color that can be worn during the day and at night. The Glossy Stain helps the lipstick to adhere to my lips, making my lip color last a lot longer than if I wore the lipstick on it’s own.<br />
<b><u>Maybelline Color Tattoo Leather Collection in Creamy Beige:</u> </b>This is one of my new Holy Grail products. This is one of the best shadows I have ever used and I have been wearing it so much since I purchased it. It’s a cool toned brown/beige/gray color that is very universal. I have worn it on it’s own, with a little shadow in my crease, and with a smokey eye and it looks amazing every way. It’s very pigmented, easy to apply, and is a very creamy consistency that dries to a powder finish.<br />
<b><u>Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara:</u></b> My lashes are loving this stuff! I am an advocate for drugstore mascaras because the drugstore has amazing options, but this high-end mascara is definitely worth the extra money. I have been wanting to try this for a long time, so once I finished up almost all of my drugstore mascaras I decided to take the plunge and try this one. Two coats and my lashes are extremely full! I will say that more than two coats of this and your lashes will be Clump City.<br />
<b><u>Loreal True Match Lumi Foundation in W3 Nude Beige:</u></b> This is a really nice drugstore foundation. I typically use high-end foundations, but have been making it a point to try more drugstore options. This foundation gives a medium coverage, and a natural luminosity to my face. I have normal to dry skin (leaning a little more on the dry side), and this works great for me. I wouldn’t reach for this if I were getting ready to go out at night, but it’s great for daytime. I’ve applied it with a Beauty Blender and the Sigma F80, and like it applied both ways. The Beauty Blender sheers it out a little, and it can be built up a little more with the F80.<br />
<u style="font-weight: bold;">Lorac Unzipped Gold Palette:</u> If you love gold shimmery shadows you are going to want to add this palette to your collection for this Spring and Summer. These shadows are pigmented, soft, and look amazing on the eyes. I did a Review, Demo, & Swatches of this earlier in the month. If you are interested in knowing more about this palette just click <a href="http://caseyfergusonxoxo.blogspot.com/2015/03/lorac-unzipped-gold-palettereview-demo.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>!<br />
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I hope you enjoyed this month’s Favorites! The Sephora VIB Sale is starting very soon so I would love to know what your Spring & Summer must haves are. Also, I am working on my Maybelline Color Tattoo vs Loreal Infallible Cream Shadow’s video. I’m hoping to get that up very soon, so keep an eye out for that!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
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