My Top Beauty Must Haves!

Feb
09
2012

 

 

Do you have any beauty must haves?  I do.  You know it’s those things that you use all the time and when either you can’t find it or you run out nothing else can seem to take it’s place.
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 AlmondThis is what I use pretty much everyday.   I love that it’s light, has SPF and gives me a little natural color. I don’t like the oil free version as much.  I use Almond, Caramel in the summer, but there are several shades.  It can get a little pricey for just 1.5 oz, but now there’s also a limited edition 3.4 oz luxury size so you get more for your dollar.

Shiseido Eye Lash Curler-I could not live without this, well I could I would just have no lashes.  This is the only one that curls my Asian lashes.  I’ve even tried some other popular ones like Shu uemera and other more expensive ones, but this one is the best!

NARS Highlighting/Bronzing Blush Duo Orgasm/ LagunaA make-up artist introduced this blush to me.  It looks really bright in the pan, but you can put on just a little for a natural *** glow, hence the name. I love the pinky-peach color with some golden shimmer.  It comes separate too, but I like the bronzing duo.  It’s great for contour and all over color when your feeling a little blah!


Olay 2-in-1 Sensitive Daily Facial Cloths (Pack of 2)
Olay Facial Wipes- I’ve tried all kinds of make-up removers (liquid, gel, cream), but I always come back to these. Even though they are not specifically for eye make-up they are the only ones that get all of it off so I don’t look like a raccoon in the morning.  They are fast and convenient and I can tear them in half if I don’t need a full wipe.

Maybelline New York The Falsies Volum’ Express Washable Mascara, Blackest Black, 0.25 Fluid Ounce

Maybelline Volum Express-I have tried dozens of mascaras and for the last few years I have been loving the Volum Express line.  They come in 5x, 8x, even Falsies, I can’t tell a major difference, but the more volume the better right?   I’ve always loved Lancome Definicils too, but for the price you can’t beat Maybelline.


Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer This is my must have for special occasions or when I do any type of photo or video shoot.  It gives a smooth silky base and makes my makeup last all day.

What’s in your purse?

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Appreciating Your “Meaningful Moments” Of Life

Feb
08
2012

Life is filled with meaningful moments, but the problem is that sometimes we get so caught up in life that we may miss them. So when I was asked what was my MOST meaningful moment of last year I had to think a little. I’ve had a few ups and downs and many great moments from celebrating my 5 year anniversary, traveling with the family, getting back to my pre-baby weight, but what was truly meaningful was not something I did or achieved, it was really a moment.

A moment in time where you feel and notice that, “Yes, this is what life is about!”

That moment was watching my kids play with their great grandfather. It’s amazing that my kids even have a great grandfather in their lives. I could hear their giggles and see the joy in my grandfather’s face. My grandfather is losing his hearing so he usually doesn’t always say that much, he just sits there smiling. But this time we had a long conversation. He confided in me and told me how he was feeling, his fears and frustration with aging, and how thankful he was we came to visit. I felt happy that I was able to be there for him and that my children get to know him. We don’t see him often and I fear I don’t know how many more times they will see him. He is 94. But that moment when I realized truly how meaningful it was, made me tear.

It’s one of those times that fill you with joy and sadness at the same time. I’ve never truly experienced death of a loved one. My grandparents on my father’s side died when he was young, so I never met them and my maternal grandparents and parents are still alive. I’m scared of the day when I will have to cope with that reality, but for now it makes me realize that we always need to make time for these life moments.

We can always say we are too busy for this or for that, but remembering what truly matters are those meaningful moments in life that if you don’t stop to appreciate they will slip by.

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Glimmer and Lashes: Dare To Try Holiday Make-up

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Skincare From the Inside Out: Mama Mio Face Line

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