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January Glossy Box

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January Glossy Box c/o || Blush Sweater || AG Skinny Jeans || Flats || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || Stella & Dot Brier Ring || Stella & Dot Engraved Ring || Stella & Dot Rainbow Earrings || 

 

Good morning, friends! I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend. We had a little bit of a warm up and it was heavenly!  Also, a huge congrats to the Patriots and Eagles!! I’m so excited for the Super Bowel. I actually root for both teams so I’m happy, haha. My dad is a long time Eagles fan and I’ve always cheered along the Patriots since I was in grade school. 

Now, without further ado, below are all of the goodies included in this months beauty box from Glossy Box. As always, the products are amazing and deliver on their promises. This box is all about a new year, a new you with the focus on healthy fresh skin. Ava likes to take a peak at what is included in each box (she’s a beauty gal in the making!) and always goes for the lip products! 

  • Lumene Lähde Purity Dew Drops  : These dew drops revive the delicate eye area, while making you look and feel more awake. Featuring natural extracts and Lumene’s advanced hydra-technology, it will keep your skin moisturized throughout the day. 
  • Steve Laurant Lip Tint In Dusty Rose  : Think pink with this lucius lip tint, which I’m wearing in the photos above. Ava loves it too! Both shiny and non-sticky, the lightweight formula is also deeply hydrating. It also gives a perfectly flushed look on every skintone! 
  • Buxom Big Tease Plumping Mascara  : Buxom’s Big Tease Plumping Mascara imparts larger-than-life lashes without any clumping. Yes, please!! Containing 3 high performing waxes and a conical-Shoes wand, you'll enjoy a smooth application and a base-to-tip intensity.   
  •  Theorie Maryland Oil Transforming Hair Serum  : This is what dry hair is thirsty for! Maryland Oil Transforming Hair Serum goes deep into the hair follicles to restore moisture and strengthen cuticles. As you apply this special formula to damp or dry hair, watch as it transforms jnto vibrant, softer strands. 
  • Dr. Botanicals Moroccan Rose Superfood Facial Oil  : Vegan-certified Dr. Botanicals Moroccan RoseSuoerfood Facial Oil comes packed with antioxidants, minerals and vitamins. Not only will the lightweight formula britghten tired skin, but it will also protect it from future damage. Perfect for anyone seeking a shortcut to a healthy complexion.

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xo, Amanda  

Cheers! x Glossybox

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December Glossybox c/o || Sequin Top || Black Skinny Jeans || Similar Fuzzy Chair || Stella & Dot Ring || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || Bauble Bar Bracelets c/o ||  

Good morning, friends! The holidays are in full swing and with that comes soirées where you’ll want to be looking your best. Luckily, this months Glossybox is filled with party ready looks and brilliant breakthroughs to help you step things up and out in style!  Below are all the goodies included. 

  • MakeupDrop Original:  Smooth to the touch and flawless on your skin, this drop shaped blender instantly smoothies and sets product, from natural matte finishes and contoured looks  
  • Laura Geller New York Easy Illuminating Stick  : Glow on all season long! This oil-free, all flattering stick adds gorgeous shimmer to collarbones, cheeks, and eyes while fending off the unwanted shine.  
  • Show Beauty Riche Grooming Balm:  Say goodbye to split ends, frizzy flaws and flayaways! SHOW Beauty’s Rich Grooming Balm conditions your hair for smooth, soft finish with long lasting shine without the greasy feeling! 
  • Beauty For Real I-Line 24-7 Eyeliner In Platinum Blonde:  The sleek, precise finish of a gel with the no fail ease of a must have pencil! Not only will this liner make your eyes literally sparkle, but it’s instsbtly drying formula means it stays put all day long, too.  
  • UNANI  Dermo Defense Face Mask:  The Dermo Defense Face Mask provides skincare, protection, nutrition and hydration while removing impurities. When you apply the treatment or mask once or twice a week, you will notice a profound improvement in cell renewal and skin regeneration.

Cheers darlings!  

xo, Amanda

LipSense

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Red Pearl Sweater c/o || LipSense in Blue Red c/o || Stella & Dot Ring || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring ||  

Good morning, friends and happy Tuesday! The holiday season is in full swing and with that comes holiday makeup! My obvious favorite color to wear for any holiday party is red, but we all know how hard it is to maintain with the worrisome smudging or rubbing off. I was recently introduced to LipSense by a friend of mine and was completely impressed with it! No smudging or rubbing off. It’s kiss proof too! I tested the lipstick out for a few weeks and can honestly say it works wonders. It comes in a set with the lipstick color, a top gloss, and a remover for any mistakes made during the application. Below is a step by step guide on how to apply the product and a discount code for my followers! 

  •  Thoroughly clean and dry your lips
  • Shake your LipSense  
  • Start on the bottom lip and apply from corner-to-corner in one swipe on the outer lip. Then repeat on he inner lip.  
  • Apply from corner-to-corner on the top lip in one swipe. Then repeat on the top inner lip.  
  • Once you have applied your first coat, let it dry. This should only take a couple seconds. Try not to touch your lips together. Your lips will feel sticky.  
  • Repeat steps 3-5 two more times for a total of 3 layers of color. Be sure to let dry between layers.  
  • Once the color is dry, you’ll apply your gloss and even out by gently rubbing your lips together. 
  • Apply gloss as needed throughout the day

This may seem like many steps, but once you practice a few times you’ll get the hang of it. I can do mine in about 1-2 minutes and it’s totally worth it! LipSense does have to be purchased through an independent distributor (kind of like Avon.) I get mine from Maddie. She is great and totally helped me the whole way!

Use the code  enchant10  to receive 10% off of your order! 

xo, Amanda  

November Glossybox

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Grateful November Glossybox c/o || AG Skinny Jeans || Rose Velvet Flats || Similar Pearl Bead Sweater || Stella & Dot Ring || Jackie Kennedy Ring ||  

Hello dear friends and happy Monday! I hope everyone truly had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with their family and friends. Mine was very relaxing spent with loved ones. We ended up having some nice weather too so everyone made sure to spend some time outdoors. Ava and I also decorated our home for Christmas! She loves all of the twinkle lights.  

In the spirit of giving, Glossybox created their Grateful beauty box for November. Inside are goodies that will not only look good, but do good too. Ava wanted to be a part of the fun also! She loves looking through all of the beauty products, especially the lipstick and perfumes. She had a ton of fun during the shoot! Below you’ll find what’s included: 

  •  Tarteist Brow Gel : Tame and maintain those brows! A paraban-free, water-infused formula means no drying, no flaking, and a naturally clean finish with just a few strokes. I have thick brows and love how this product kept mine in place all day! 
  •  Kat Von D Beauty Saint Eau De Parfum : This parfum is customized based on your own body heat. SAINT features classic floral notes of vanilla, musk, and jasmine. Ava and I both loved it! 
  •  Nature Queen   Shampoo & Conditioner : Nourish, balance, and cleanse your hair more beautifully with help from this cult-loved natural hairline. Aromatic ingredients like honey locust, lemongrass, and patchouli make every hair wash a home spa experience! 
  •  Evoo Beauty Green Tea Primer : This silky green tea and avocado oil blend means a smooth start (and finish( every time.  
  •  Laqa & CO Cloud Lips Airy Matte Lipstick In Daydream : This chubby lip pencil packs a long-lasting, just-applied look that stays put all day. This has avacado oil in it making it a smooth finish that’s high on pigment too! Another favorite of Ava and mine! The color is a dark blush which I tend to wear as my everyday color. Very flattering!  

xo, Amanda  

September Glossy Box // Be Your Own Kind Of Beautiful

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September Glossy Box c/o || Glossy Box x CEW Beauty Insider Awards 2017 Box c/o || Gray Skinny Jeans || Similar Chambray Top || Bauble Bar Bracelet c/o ||

Good Morning and happy Tuesday! I'm super excited to talk about one of my favorite beauty subscription boxes, Glossy Box, for the month of September. I don't know about you, but I am a confessed beauty junkie. I always get a giddy as a school girl to try new products out, which makes this subscription box so great. You can try out new products, some full sized and some travel size.

Not only does Glossy Box have their regular monthly box for September, but they also have a special limited edition collaboration box with CEW for the Beauty Insider Awards 2017. Think of it as the Oscars of the beauty awards. This special box contains 7 full sized finalist products. For those of you who do not know, CEW is compromised of over 9,000 members across the U.S., U.K., and France. These are influential professionals driving the conversation around the industry's most game-changing trends and brands. I absolutely ADORE every product in this box, especially the perfume, which Ava loved as well! Below is a list of all that's included.

  • IT Cosmetics Heavenly Skin CC+ Skin Perfection Brush #702: Each bristle is infused with anti-aging collagen, silk and antioxidants to deliver beautiful results with ever swipe!
  • Butter London Sheer Wisdom Nail Tinted Moisturizer In Fair: This do-it-all nail moisturizing treatments infuses nutrients like vitamin E, tea tree oil, and keratin straight into your nails, while leaving them shiny and perfectly polished in the process.
  • Bare Minerals Gen Nude Matte Lipstick In Scandal: This creamy liquid lipstick offers a universally flattering color in a unique cream-to-matte finish. Its infused with a lip primer and lip softening ingredients too!
  • Jafra Paris Et Moi Eau De Parfum: Inspired bythe perfumer's seasonal journey through Paris, essences of Mara strawberries, rose petal macaron, and silky woods are like the beautifully bottled scent getaway.
  • Supergoop Shine On Lip Screen SPF 50: This lip shine offers a glossy finish and serious SPF 50 protection against sun damage. Wear alone or atop your favorite lip color to prettify now and protect for sunny days to come.
  • Laneige Water Bank Soothing Gel Mask: This soothing gel mask is packed with healing mineral water and a propietary Biogen technology that relieves tension and stress on contact, while giving a dose of long-term hydration.
  • Manuka Doctor Drops Of Crystal Cashmere Touch Serum: This cult-favorite face serum is compromised of skin plumping active ingredients to smooth and firm on contact. The formula's star ingredients include a rare oil derived from a Greek evergreen tree, purified bee venom, and Manuka honey. 

xo, Amanda

Glossybox And Lancome Giveaway

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Hello all and happy Friday! One of my favorite monthly subscription beauty boxes, Glossybox, is teaming up today with Lancome to provide a very exciting giveaway to celebrate the last week of summer. The prize is a set of Lancomebeauty products valued at $2008. Simply click on the link to see how to win. Good luck everyone!

Click here to enter the contest!

Happy first day of September too! I hope everyone has an amazing Labor Day weekend.

xo, Amanda

Auto Steam Curler

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Irresistible Me Auto Steam Roller c/o || 

Good morning, everyone! My favorite hair style to wear is curled, but I don't always have a ton of time to curl my hair everyday. When I saw this auto curler, I thought, yes! something that can save me time and get the job done. Basically, you need to really brush your hair out so its smooth and without any knots. After taking a one inch section of hair and pulling straight down on it, you place the hair into the roller, shut it, and let the roller curl your hair. It'll beep when the curl is finished. I do mine on the 12 second setting since my hair is thicker and never holds a curl very well. There was a bit of a learning curve for me with this. It definitely took me a few tries to get it just right. I used the auto curler on the left side of my hair in the photos above so you can see the difference. I found my hair looked more beachy waves than the curls I'm used to with my curling wand. I did like how there is a setting that will allow the curler to automatically switch the direction of the curl each time you use it for a more natural look.

xo, Amanda

Tropical Beauty

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Hello all and happy Monday! I feel like it's been forever since Ive done a beauty post so without further ado, here is the July box of goodies from Glossybox! This box is all about tropical beauty with summer fun in mind. Even Ava wanted to check it out! Below is the list of what's included:

  1. Dr. Paw Paw Multipurpose Soothing Balm: Containing aloe, olive oil and Carica Papaya extracts, this multi purpose formula is here to soothe your skin for the summer!
  2. NCLA Clean Up Your Act: This precision nail lacquer remover pen is hereto help clean up any accidents and contains three replacement tips.
  3. Aerin Luxurious Soap: Aerin's body soaps leave skin feeling refreshed and cleansed all while imparting a luxourious Mediterranean-inspired aroma.
  4. La Roche-Posay Toleraine Purifying Foaming Cleanser: I always hate when my skin feels tight after cleansing. La Roche-Posay's gentle products remove impurities and reduce excess oil while helping to prevent over drying.
  5. Luseta Beauty Coconut Milk Shampoo & Conditioner: This nurishing shampoo and conditioner duo help combat brittle locks with vitamin-packed coconut milk and a healthy pH level. Plus, they smell amazinggggg!
  6. Doucce X Glosybox Blush Duo Palette: This limited edition Blush Duo includes a summer shade in *oh-so-cute* that will highlight the apples of your cheek, leaving behind a soft, sun-kissed glow. There is an empty spot in the palette where you can select the complimentary shade on your Glossy account to complete your one of a kind color combo via your August box.

xo, Amanda

T3 Volumizing Hot Rollers LUXE

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Hello all and happy Wednesday! If you're like me, then time is of the essence and something I seem to never have enough of! I try to make my morning routine as quick and efficient as possible so I can get my day started with little Ava. When I was in college, I used hot rollers every day. I loved the big bouncy curls they created and how I could keep them in while I was getting other things done like my makeup, brushing my teeth, and so on. I always felt they saved me time while doing my hair. Typically, I don't do very much to my hair so whenever I want a polished look, it has to be with a tool that will be quick and easy.

T3 is quickly becoming a go-to brand for all types of hair styling tools. Their quality and price point cannot be beat! Their newly enhanced hot rollers deliver shiny hair with lots of volume and curl. I was amazed at the amount of volume I had. Powered by advanced T3 HeatCore Technology, equipped with dual temperature settings for all hair types, each roller ensures optimal heat transfer for lasting volume, body and shine. The velvet flocking on each roller boosts shine and grips with no tangles, a huge plus for me! Having long hair, tangles do happen so this is a nice feature to have. Their insulated rim makes handling and wrapping your hair a breeze. 8 crease-free clips are included to hold the rollers firmly in place. These hot rollers are great for shoulder length or longer hair.

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Hello, World!

xo, Amanda

April 2017 Glossybox

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Happy Friday, everyone! Another month means another beauty box from Glossybox, a monthly subscription box filled with beauty goodies to delight. Each product in this months box is literally so good. I've used them all and so far I am pleasantly surprised by their results! My favorites are the the matte lip colors from Colourpop Cosmetics. I'm wearing the shade Tuesday in the above photos and love how creamy smooth it is with a highly pigmented color that is 100% kiss proof! Below is a list of what you'll find in April's box.

  1. Doucce Maxlash Volumizer Mascara: This mascara will intensify your lashes with both volume and length. Yes, please! The brush is big and fluffy, which glides though lashes evenly, coating them with a velvet carbon black formula.
  2. Vasanti Cosmetics Birghten Up! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator: This triple acting formula brightens and breaks down dead skin with papaya enzyme, exfoliates with micro-crystals to help smooth your skin's surface, and cleanses with an aloe-enriched cream gel. As I get older, I definitely notice my skin becoming dull and need formulas like this one to keep my skin looking fresh. I read that if you are in your 20s, you should exfoliate twice a week. If you are in your 30s, then you should exfoliate three times a week.
  3. Colourpop Cosmetics Ultra Matte Lip: As I said above, this was my favorite product from the box. The colors are highly pigmented, 100% kiss proof, and have a creamy texture with a matte finish. It glides on smooth and leaves a bold look. Love!
  4. Beauty Shampoo And Conditioner: The Beauty Shampoo and Conditioner work with all hair types and is safe for everyday use and for color-treated hair. I noticed immediately how soft and smooth my hair was after using these, plus they smell great!
  5. Vince Camuto Ciao Eau De Parfum: Ciao celebrates the spontaneity and energy of the modern woman's lifestyle. With notes including Italian Mandarin, rose, jasmine, Indonesian Patchouli, and Glowing Amber, that is sure to become your new favorite!
  6. Aromafloria For Feet's Sake Intense Repair Spa Foot Butter: I put this on after I got out of the shower and then went to bed. The next day my feet were so soft! A must for sandal season. This combines shea butter, vitamin E, tea tree and mint, leaving skin moisturized and feeling fresh.

I hope everyone has a beautiful and lovely Easter weekend spent with family, loved ones, and friends! I can't wait for little Ava to find her Easter basket from the bunny. I'm so excited to watch her explore for it this year.

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xo, Amanda

T3 SinglePass Luxe

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You may have noticed in a few recent posts that my hair was straight. I always wear it wavy or curl it, but wanted to try something different instead of my go-to looks. T3 is a company that I've heard quite a good deal about. I can't help but love the white and rose gold detailing too! Their SinglePass Luxe features their digital SinglePass technology delivering consistent heat without over exposure. This ingenious tool will style your hair in one effortless pass. The ceramic plates create long lasting results. You can create waves, flips, add volume, straighten,  and even curl. This tool really is too good to be true!

I like to air dry my hair, which helps create my natural waves, but also because I feel it keeps my hair healthier. Once my hair was mostly dry, I used the Featherweight Light Hair Dryer. After that, I used the SinglePass Luxe to straighten my hair into a silky finish. I added little flips at the ends of my face framing layers. That's about it! It's a super easy style created with luxurious tools that are versatile and leading in technology.

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xo, Amanda

March Glossy Box

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March Glossy Box c/o || Blue Striped Top || Pink Sweater || AG Ripped Jeans || Jackie Kennedy Unity Band || Jackie Kennedy Emerald Unity Band || Rose Gold Love Bangle || Daniel Wellington Petite Rose Gold Watch c/o || Baublebar Star Drop Earrings c/o || Lip Color: Ava ||

Hello and happy Thursday! Things have been crazy busy for me lately, which makes me appreciate these monthly beauty boxes from Glossy Box even more. For a busy mom on the go, these are essential for getting some beauty goodies! Below is a list of what's included for March and some details about them. I'm personally loving the Rose Eye Shadow Palette from Catrice Cosmetics. You know I'm a sucker for anything rose gold inspired!

  • Tarte Cosmetics Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30: This is a first ever for Tarte, a non-chemical sunscreen that helps protect, moisturize, and brighten skin for a youthful-looking aooerance with its hypoallergenic and vegan free formula. Simply apply this to clean dry skin alone of under makeup in the morning and as needed before sun exposure.
  • Catrice Cosmetics Absolute Rose Eye shadow Palette 010: This has to be my favorite product in this months box. These soft nudes and trendy rose shades combine in this palette to showcase those gorgeous eyes of yours!
  • Emite Make Up Millesis Active Eye Light, Shade 101: This formula strengthens skin and works as a color corrector to help achieve a luminous appearance. It also effectively reduces signs of aging and minimizes the appearance of dark circles.
  • Figs and Rouge Advance + Mattifying Emulsion MT+ Sheer: This product can be used alone or as a base for make-up. This will refine pores and minimize breakouts leaving skin with a matte, luxurious finish.
  • Mary Kay Timewise Repair Volu-Firm Set: Lift away years with this scientifically innovative 5-product regimen that proves it's never too late to help rescue skin from damage of the past.
  • Bonus Item: Incoco Nail Polish Applique: These nail appliques are made from 100% real nail polish and feature modern designs with a long-lasting finish.

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xo, Amanda

Fab Fit Fun Spring 2017

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It's that time of the year again for another Fab Fit Fun box. I've mentioned this many times before, but this is without a doubt my favorite lifestyle subscription box. One year ago I started receiving them and haven't looked back since then. I'm always impressed each time I receive a box and think they keep getting better and better each time. Each season you get a new box filled with goodies perfect for that time of the year. This one is chalk full of springtime favorites! Here's what is included:

  • Gyypsy Roundie: These blankets are fantastic if you're headed to a picnic, going to the beach, or even a concert. They would even make for some cool wall art of a nice photo backdrop! Mine is the blue tie-dye.
  • Milly Zip Pouch (Mine says Beach Please): These zip pouches are super cute, especially if you need something to carry your wet bathing suit in or to keep your valuables safe in this water resistant bag. You can even use it to stash your beauty products in.
  • Briogeo Rosarco Milk Reparative Leave-In Conditioner: I used this the night before I took these photos. I loved that it is a light weight formula fortified with a unique blend of rosehip, argan, and coconut oils to help improve hair's softness, strength, and moisture levels. This even acts as a barrier against heat. I used mine as soon as I got out of the shower, focusing on the middle to ends of my hair. 
  • Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Age Defying Exfoliator: I also used this the night before and loved the creamy texture and how soft my skin felt afterwards! The formula contains aluminum oxide crystals, lactic acid, and smoothing botanicals to polish away dead skin cells and leave you with bright, smooth, healthy-looking skin.
  • Karuna Hydrating + Face Mask: I'm pretty excited to try this out. These deep-conditioning single use face masks contain 100% natural wood-pulp fiber, allowing pores to fully adsorb essential nutrients and nourishing ingredients for ultimate hydration.
  • Realher Lip Kit in Deep Red, Deep Nude, Or Neutral Pink: This liquid lipstick, plumping lip gloss, and lip liner are made from natural ingredients making for quite a pretty trio. A little tip is to draw an X with your liner where your lips meet your cupid's bow to define and contour your pout.
  • Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish Set in Blue Orchid/ Like A Virgin, Shape of My Heart/ Like A Virgin: Talk about springtime in a bottle! I got the blue orchid, which is such a lovely soft shade of baby blue.
  • Either a Emerald DUV Cage Bracelet or Luv AJ Diamond Kite Ear Crawler Set: My box contained the cage bracelt which is inspired by the vibrant and destinctive nature of the West Coast. Add this piece for some effortless flair to your timeless look.

You can use the code ENCHANTING for $10 off your first box at wwww.fabfitfun.com.

 

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xo, Amanda

Ritual Of Sakaura // Glossybox

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Happy Friday, friends! In all honestly, there are tons of products that I test out for the blog and then tell you about them. Some make it into my everyday routine, but most do not. Being the beauty junkie that I am though, it's incredibly fun to try out new products and see how they work. I took the photos for this limited edition Ritual of Sakura Glossy Box last night so the lighting is horrible, haha, but some unexpected things came up during the day. After the photo set, I got this post put together, then took a shower to test the products, and now I'm writing this. I'm actually really excited to talk about these because I was so impressed with them! This box is available for a limited time with subscribers paying $25 and non-subscriber paying $30. FYI, everything smells AMAZING! I would add every single one of these to my daily routine. They are that good.

  • Ritual Of Sakura Showering Oil: This was one of my favorite products from the group. It smells amazing! Cherry Blossom has always been a favorite scent of mine. The oil comes out as a golden color and then turns into foam once its rubbed in. My skin literally felt like silk. It also has purifying properties of rice milk.
  • Ritual Of Sakura Body Cream: After my shower, I put this body cream on. It has a whipped texture and also smells amazing. Every one of the products smells soooo yummy! This has antioxidant-rich ingredients including vitamin E and Centella Asiatica.
  • Ritual Of Sakura Shower Scrub: This scrub is absolute perfection. It isn't too gritty or coarse, but feels really nice and gentle to rub in and remove dead skin cells. My skin felt so smooth and soft afterwards.
  • Gingko's Secret Hand Balm: This hand balm also smells like cherry blossom with purifying properties of rice milk. Its an oil that turns into a silky foam when it comes into contact with water, leaving skin soft and hydrated. My hands really take a beating in the winter and this is exactly what I need to whip them back into shape! I cannot get over the beautiful scent too.
  • Ritual Of Sakura Bed And Body: This beautiful fragrance will put a smile on your face and in your heart. You can apply this fragrance to your body, bed sheets, around the home, or even in your washing machine to give your clothes the floral aroma of cherry blossoms. I'm addicted to this scent! it also contains moisturizing ingredients and comes in a pretty glass container. 

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xo, Amanda

My Makeup Brush Set

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If you're like me then you pretty much have your makeup routine down to a science by now. I know which products work for me and what looks best on me. I rarely stray from my everyday makeup routine unless I'm going for a bold look for a night out. Other than that, I stay true to my classic look of a winged eye, blushed cheeks, and pink lipstick. Have you ever thought about the application of your makeup?

Obviously, there are many options out there, but the typical ones are brushes. I remember the first time I saw oval brushes come onto the market and thought they looked interesting. I always wondered how they would work. Would they blend better into a flawless coverage over traditional brushes? I was excited to try this 10 piece set out from My Makeup Brush and see how they actually performed. Each brush handle has what the intended use for the application is. I found that I liked how the bigger brushes were for foundation, blush, powder, and contouring. The smaller ones for eye makeup and highlighting were a bit difficult to navigate, though they were small enough for a precise application. All in all, the brushes definitely work, especially the larger ones. The brushes were soft and felt nice when applying my makeup. The smaller ones I could honestly take or leave and prefer my traditional brushes for that type of makeup appilcation.

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xo, Amanda

Never Stop Dreaming

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This one is for the dreamers. Last night was the 74th Golden Globes awards show. Did anyone else watch it?? I love awards season. I seriously get as giddy as a school girl watching these shows, haha! There were so many great moments, especially if you love tv and movies and get all of the little inside jokes. Congrats to La La Land for winning all 7 of their nominations. They are now the most awarded film in Golden Globes history! I was clapping so hard. It's exciting when a film genre, movie musicals, that isn't as popular anymore gets all of the awards. Oh my, Emma Stone and Ryan Gossling too. Need I say more?! Both of their acceptance speeches for the movie had me feeling some kind of wonderful. Emma's resonated so strong with me.

 I had made my New Years goal earlier in the day when I was thinking of my #glossygoal for their January campaign. I came up with "Never Stop Dreaming." My dad gave me a mug for Christmas with that phrase on it and I kept thinking about it since then. My dad has always been one of my biggest supporters to chase after my dreams and its a goal I want to teach Ava about when she gets older. During Emma's acceptance speech later that night she said, "this is a film for dreamers, and I think that hope and creativity are two of the most important things in the world and that's what this movie is about." So to 2017, I plan to never stop dreaming of all that can be possible in this life. To peruse those dreams and to never give up. To always have hope for a better tomorrow.

Below is a list of all that is included in the January Glossy Box. My favorite is the cream blush! I tried it on as soon as I opened the box. Also, for all the glossy gals out there, Glossy Box is hosting a giveaway of a gold iPad Air to 2 lucky winners! To enter on Instagram, simply write #glossygoals on your January box and then your own personal goal for 2017. Use the hashtag #glossygoals and your all set!

  • AG Hair Cleansing Cream Foam-Free Hair Wash: This product is great for dry or brittle hair. It has a Sea Complex of anti-aging seaberry oil with natural seaweed extracts in a nourishing and conditioning base to gently remove dirt and pollutants from your hair. There's no need to even condition afterwards.

  • oOlution Eye Love: This eye cream has over 65 active ingredients that are 100% naturally derived to make your poppers really pop! No more tired eyes.

  • Daily Concepts Exfoliating Concepts: This body scrubber has two sides, one gentle for areas such as your face and the other course for smoothing rougher edges.

  • La Theorie des Volcans Noir Eternea Youth: This can be used as either a daily cleanser or a purifying scrub mask. Going from pink to gray, the volcanic paste removes impurities, redness, and dead skin cells to let your gradient skin shine through. Allow the paste to sit on your skin for two minutes and massage with fingertip for a deeper exfoliation if needed.

  • Universal Beauty Cosmetics Secret Flush (fave!): This doubles as a lip stain and a cream blush. I love the color and it instantly brightens any dull moment! I'm just one of those people that needs some color on my face or it looks flat. The blush smoothed onto my skin and soaked right in. It was such a breeze to blend in. Definitely a new favorite.

xo, Amanda

La Roche Posay Giveaway & Glossybox

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Happy Friday, friends! Not only is it Friday, one of the best days of the week, but there's also only two more days until Christmas! I've been extremely busy this week with Christmas prep and celebrations. I'm sure I'm not alone in this, haha! Anyway, to continue on with the excitement and the season of giving, I've partnered up with Glossybox and La Roche Posay to giveaway two 21-piece sets valued at over $950 each! The photos above only show about half of what you'll be getting. This giveaway will only be lasting for 24 hours and starts today at 10am.  To enter the giveaway, click here

Below is the full list of products included in the giveaway:

1) Lipikar Body Milk Body Lotion http://www.laroche-posay.us/lipikar-body-milk-3433422402461.html
2) Anthelios SPF 60 Cooling Water-lotion sunscreen http://www.laroche-posay.us/anthelios-60-3606000403826.html
3) Anthelios SPF 45 Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid http://www.laroche-posay.us/anthelios-60-883140012993.html
4) Anthelios SPF 50 Mineral Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid http://www.laroche-posay.us/anthelios-50-mineral-883140000907.html
5) Anthelios SPF 60 Ultra Light Sunscreen Spray http://www.laroche-posay.us/anthelios-60-883140500841.html
6) Anthelios SPF 50 Mineral Tinted Daily Tone Correcting Primer http://www.laroche-posay.us/anthelios-50-mineral-tinted-primer-3606000430525.html
7) Anthelios SPF 50 AOX Serum http://www.laroche-posay.us/anthelios-aox-3606000403703.html
8) Hydraphase Intense Riche Moisturizer http://www.laroche-posay.us/hydraphase-intense-riche-3337872412264.html
9) Hydraphase Intense Eyes Moisturizer http://www.laroche-posay.us/hydraphase-intense-eyes-3337872412646.html
10) Hydraphase Intense UV Moisturizer http://www.laroche-posay.us/hydraphase-intense-uv-3337872412615.html
11) Toleriane Ultra Moisturizer http://www.laroche-posay.us/toleriane-ultra-3337872412486.html
12) Mela-D Pigment Control http://www.laroche-posay.us/mela-d-pigment-control-3337872413162.html
13) Substiane Eyes http://www.laroche-posay.us/substiane-eyes-3337872412677.html
14) Substiane Moisturizer http://www.laroche-posay.us/substiane-3337872412592.html
15) Redermic C Eyes http://www.laroche-posay.us/redermic-c-eyes-3337872413735.html
16) Redermic C UV Moisturizer http://www.laroche-posay.us/redermic-c-uv-3337872413728.html
17) Redermic C Moisturizer http://www.laroche-posay.us/redermic-c-3337872413704.html
18) Redermic R http://www.laroche-posay.us/redermic-r-3337872413063.html
19) Redermic R Eyes http://www.laroche-posay.us/redermic-r-eyes-3337872414039.html
20) Active C Eyes http://www.laroche-posay.us/active-c-eyes-3433422402829.html
21) Pigmentclar Dark Spot Correcting Moisturizer http://www.laroche-posay.us/pigmentclar-moisturizer-883140036647.html

xo, Amanda

 

 

FabFitFun Winter 2016

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One of my favorite things to get in the mail are my FabFitFun boxes. Getting one of their boxes is like Christmas coming early! They're the best lifestyle subscription box out there. I say lifestyle since their boxes include a variety of beauty, home (decorating, garden, stationary,) exercise, and fashion. Each box keeps getting better and better too! If you're new to FabFitFun, you get full size premium products four times a year. Each box costs $50, but has a value of over $200 and shipping is always free. To get $10 off of your first box, use the code ENCHANTING. Without further ado, here are the products included in the box with some of my personal reviews:

  1. D.L. & CO Candle: The scent I received is Bergamot Woods, but you can also get Blackberry Nectar in a gold holder. These scents will bring winter into your home in the warmest of ways. I'm a huge candle fan and always end up buying a ton of them. This one smells so good! I love the chic holder this candle comes in. It'll make a nice decoration piece once the wax burns out. A little tip my mom taught me if you still have some leftover wax is to freeze it. Then the wax will pop right out! 
  2. Gorjana Necklace: You can receive either the taner toggle lariat in gold (what I have) or the kiernan double pendant necklace in silver. Both necklaces are so versatile and will pair perfectly with your everyday favorites. You can also turn my necklace into a choker. The little circle moves up and down. Pretty neat!
  3. Marie Mae Company Thank You Card Set: There is nothing like opening your mail box to find a beautiful hand written card. While technology is great, there is something very special about someone taking the time to write out a little note or a thank you card. I always send thank you cards out after going to a house party or receiving a gift. I'm old fashioned like that! This thank you card set is what my stationary dreams were made of. The words "cheers" is written in gold foil, which I'm a complete sucker for!
  4. Moleskin 2017 Weekly Planner: As a busy mom, I love having something to jot down my to-do list and appointments or meetings. Staying on schedule is crucial and what better way to do it than with this new sidekick. A weekly planner can help keep you on track and I don't know about you, but I love being able to cross off items from my to-do list. There's something so satisfying about it!
  5. Butter London Iconiclast Mega Volume Lacquer Mascara: If you've ever tried Butter London's nail polish, than you know what good quality this company can produce. This mascara voluminizes, separates, defines, and lifts your lashes to epic heights. I'm wearing the mascara in these photos. As always, wiggle the wand at the base of your lashes to create extra volume. The wand has a little ball on the end, which makes getting into the corners super easy!
  6. O.R.G. Skincare Mineral Peel Face: Brighter, smoother, softer skin? Sign me up! Simply spray this on, wait 3 seconds, and then start to massage the natural enzyme exfoliant for about 1 minute and then wash it off with some warm water or use a wash cloth. This definitely felt refreshing and I really liked how the defoliators weren't hard or scratchy.  
  7. Anderson Lilley Beach Butter Body Cream: Oh this smells soooo yummy!!! My fragrance is Manhattan Beach, but you can also receive Sicilian Tangerine. This rich, hydrating body cream can be applied to your hands, feet, elbows, or any other part of your body that is prone to dry skin. I use mine after I get out of the shower. Make sure to use your body cream within 3 minutes after getting out of a bath or shower to lock in the moisture. I remember reading that after 3 minutes you start to loose the moisture in your skin.

The star pin I'm wearing is for the Star Light Children's Foundation. FabFitFun partnered up with them to bring awareness to their incredible cause and I hope to spread their message through my social media channels. This was my post for instagram:

✨My holiday wish this season is for all children to have happiness and love in their lives ✨ The Starlight Children's Foundation's mission is to brighten the lives of seriously ill children. Just because you're sick doesn't mean you stop being a child, and it shouldn't mean missing out on all of the fun of childhood. I'm wearing this star ⭐️ pin to share Starlight's amazing cause.

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xo, Amanda

Glitz and Glossy // December Edition

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Hello, December! A new month means a new glossy box with the theme being glitz and glossy. Hey there holiday season! I'm so excited for all of the glitz and glamour that goes along with it. As a reminder, you can get glossy box for $21 per box each month with free shipping. There's nothing like getting five new luxury beauty products each month.

  • MDMflow Semi-matte Lipstick in Bossy: This semi-matte lipstick is jam packed with hydrating ingredients to keep lips from drying out which always happens to me in the winter. Ugh! The color is inspired by the street style of hip hop superstar Kelis. I would describe the shade as a nude taupe.
  • Kristais Cosmetics Diamond Select Anti-Gravity Spark Eye Mask: I haven't used this yet, but I'm planning on using it before some upcoming holiday events. The diamond powder works with the collagen and lavender oil which helps reduce sagging and provide hydration. No more tired eyes!
  • Luxie Beauty Onyx Noir Small Tapered Blending Brush: Blending eye shadow colors was never easier than with this precise brush. I think its important to note that Luxie Beauty is hypoallergenic, cruelty free, and all of their products are vegan.
  • MeMeMe Beat the Blue Skin Illuminator: This has to be my favorite item in the box this month. Obsessed! I'm all about adding a little glow to my daily makeup routine and who doesn't want to look their best for the holidays?! I used the brush to draw on some of the highlighter on the bridge of my nose, top of my cheekbones, cupids box, and on top of my brow bone. Simply use your finger then to blend.
  • Harajuku Lovers Pop Electric Eau de Parfum Spray by Gwen Stefani: I've actually been wanting to try Gwen Stefani's perfumes ever since they came out so I was pleasantly surprised to see one in this box! The vibrant colors of the bottles are eye catching while the pop art theme takes me back to the 1950s. Scents will vary between boxes.

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xo, Amanda

Be Merry & Bright With Osea Skincare

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OSEA Brightening Serum c/o || OSEA White Algae Mask c/o || OSEA Sea Vitamin Boost c/o || OSEA Sea Minerals Mist c/o || Pink Fringe Top || Foil Dot Skirt || Humble Chic Tassel Necklace c/o || Jord Watch c/o || Jackie Kennedy Unity Band || Bauble Bar Star Drop Earrings c/o || Lip Color: Ava || Marble And Gold Table ||

I've been using OSEA skincare products for a few months now and my skin has never looked better. I've shared my skin issues before on here and feel its important to continue to update and let everyone know what has and has not worked for me. With winter on the horizon and the holidays right around the corner, it's important to refresh your routine to make sure you're getting the most out of your skincare products for the weather you're experiencing. I know I want my skin to be bright and clear for all of the holiday events/parties coming up and also to be moisturized with the harsh weather. If you have a friend or loved one that likes vegan skincare or simply skincare products in general, these would make excellent gifts, especially the mists. Some new products I've recently tried from OSEA are pictured above and listed below:

  • Brightening Serum: I use this on my entire face every morning. It feels so lightweight going on and instantly sinks into the skin. Serums are one of my favorite products to use because of the intensity of the ingredients. It's an instant boost! I do wish it came in a larger container, but this stuff definitely works. I noticed a slight lightening of some red leftover acne marks. From their website, "This ultra lightweight serum contains potent botanicals that help to visibly brighten your complexion, diminish the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, and create the appearance of a more even skin tone. Vitamin-rich ingredients such as Indian Gooseberry, Cumin, Japanese Matsutake Mushroom and Bearberry give your complexion a refined, radiant look."
  • White Algae Mask: You can use this mask as either an overnight treatment or for 10-20 minutes before you rinse it off. Once a week I would wear this to bed and then again during the week I'd wear it for about 1 hour. The mask tingles a bit as you put it on and then dries to a very light white-green color. What I love about this mask is that my skin does not feel tight and dry when I take it off, but rather looks refreshed. From their website, "This age-defying, antioxidant mask instantly improves the appearance of dull, uneven complexions and delivers long lasting hydration. Formulated with White Algae, White Wine, and White Tea to visibly diminish redness and surface inflammation for a brighter, more luminous look."
  • Seam Minerals Mist (Green): Whenever my skin would start to feel dry, I would spritz this on. Usually I would spritz this on top of my makeup part way through the day. It feels nice and refreshing and even gives my makeup some new life. From their website, "This refreshing elixir delivers immediate hydration to dry, depleted skin. Organic Patagonian Seaweed, Dead Sea Salt, and Aloe Vera neutralize surface impurities and diminish the appearance of inflammation and redness on the surface of skin."
  • Sea Vitamin Boost (Red): This mist and the serum are my favorite products from the bunch. I would spray this after I applied my moisturizer and before my makeup. I'd let it sink in for about 5-10 minutes before putting my makeup on. That gives your skin an extra glow! Then I would use this at night after my moisturizer. From their website, "This refreshing, rose-hued spray delivers an immediate feeling of hydration and instant fresh glow to dry, sun-damaged skin. Visibly reduces the appearance of signs of aging associated with dry skin and dry climates."

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xo, Amanda