March Favorites | 2015

Can you believe it's April already? I have no words to describe how great March was for me. Well ok, let me try. Amazing. Incredible. Life changing. Between my brother turing 24, getting planted at my church even more, seeing a friend perform her music and poetry, nights out downtown with my bff, and weekends spent with friends. March was the best! 

Also, something happened in March that I didn't expect. I decide that I am no longer going to move to Texas. God continues to say, "root yourself" to me over and over. It has been confirmed by an overwhelming sense of peace and by that word "root" showing up everywhere. I am so excited for God to keep moving in my life! It just goes to show that the more faith you put in Him, the more He can move in you [without actually having to move you]. With all of that being said, here's what I loved in March! 

Maybelline Master Conceal [30 light/medium]: I have been using this more as a brightener under my eyes and I like the effect it gives. I do notice that I do have to blend quite a bit to avoid any creasing though.

Maybelline Fit Me Matte+Poreless: I have a love/hate relationship with this foundation. Sometimes I find that it dries me out and is too matte. Other times I get super oily. The reason it's in my favorites is because of the coverage, it gives amazing coverage! 

First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Pads: Adding these to my skincare routine has added an extra boost of daily exfoliation and toning. They are very gentle and help to remove the excess makeup and dirt from the day. Using this in combination with the serum has helped my skin so much!

First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Serum: This serum has been a game changer for my skin. I have been using it for over a month now and have notice my skin getting brighter and scars fading. It's on the pricey side but it's worth it! I have used 2 drops on my face each night for more than a month and have about 1/4 of the bottle still left! A little goes a long way! 

Gap So Pink: One of my go-to Spring scents. I love the floral and citrus notes, it's subtle and not overwhelming. 

Milani Baked Blush [Rose D'Oro]: This color is so gorgeous! I always find myself picking up a new milani baked blush when the seasons change. This is a perfect coral/pink that can be your everyday Spring shade. 

Essie Maximillian Strasse Her: I am aware that this was in my January favorites but it's just too good and I wore it a lot in March. I had to mention it again. This is a must have polish for any Essie fanatic out there! It is the perfect combination of a cool green and grey. Although sometimes on my skin it looks more blue. Whenever I have this on I always get people asking about the color!

Rimmel Exaggerate Lip Liner [Eastend Snob]: This is a great lip liner that is a 'your lips but way way better' shade. For $4.99, you need this in your purse!

Sunday night movie nights are becoming a tradition! It might take us 4 best friends 30 minutes or more to decide what to watch but that is a part of the fun! 

What were some of your March favorites? 

October Favorites | 2014

October has been a busy busy month. On top of it, I decided to tackle the Whole30.  I had rehearsal on rehearsal and full weekends of marching band shows. October is one of my favorite months because it's so busy. Knits and boots also have me loving the switch from Summer to Autumn. I also love switching my makeup to more darker matte shadows and a muted berry lip. Also, this past month my cousins and friends at Tree of Life in Texas dropped their first Worship EP! Here are my favorites from October.

 Ardell Individuals [Flare Short Black]: Adding 3 or 4 individuals lashes to each eye has been my favorite lately. It makes me look like I got 8 hours of sleep when I definitely did not get that much. Trust me when I say, I am not the best at this though. Practice makes perfect.
Duo Eyelash Adhesive [Dark Tone]: I've tried a few different ones and this is my favorite lash glue by far. It turns black once it dries and gets hidden by your lashes and liner.
Yankee Candle [Cherries on Snow]: I have successfully burned through this candle this month. The fruit scent isn't overwhelming because it's muted with a fresh hint of almond. I didn't like seeing the word 'snow' so early in the autumn but I got over it.
Honey Crisp Apples: Weird favorite but I seriously think I have eaten my way through 3 dozen honey crisp apples during October. I kept buying them from the grocery store and was paying top dollar. After too much money spent there I finally found some time to head to an orchard and get a bushel for myself at a more reasonable price. YUM!
Hello Breath Spray: Since I can't have my chicle during Whole30, I wanted something I can use to freshen my breath. I found this at the checkout and picked it up. I think the packaging of this supermint breath spray got me at first. Some breath sprays can be nasty and sting your mouth. This one doesn't and is actually refreshing. For sure going to purchase another one for my purse.

Milani Baked Blush [09 Red Vino]: In the autumn I switch out my peachy pink blushes for more of a red berry color. This is the perfect blush for this time of year.  Tap a little on the apples of the cheeks and you're good to go, a little goes a long way. Milani baked blushes were my favorite last year and I feel like they still are. Tarte blushes are in a very close second though.

Wet N Wild EyeShadow Palette [The Naked Truth]: This little palette has been my go to for a darker/evening look. I love the dark coffee brown shade in the middle. I tap a little of the shimmer shadow on the bottom to the center of my lid. To add a little brow highlight I use the cream shadow in the top right. Perfect autumn evening eye.

Laura Mercier EyeShadow Quad [French Vanilla]: I don't know when I got this eyeshadow quad but I have been using it all month. I love the matte brown shade. It's one of those shades that you can use all over the lid and it adds so much dimension.

Maybelline Brow Drama [Deep Brown]: I have been using this everyday all month and LOVE it. It keeps my stray brow hairs in place while filling in the sparse spots. Read more about it here.

CoverGirl Outlast LipColor [621 Natural Blush]: Ok, this took a couple tries to get right but now that I have the hang of it, I love it! First you take the color and apply it to your lips. Let it sit for 60 seconds and then apply the gloss on top. The lip color seriously lasts 24 hours, just apply the gloss throughout the day as needed. Eat an apple, give a kiss, your lip color is not going anywhere.

The Wet Brush: I was roaming Target and was excited when I found this on the shelf. I know it's bad to brush your hair while it's soaking wet but I have to or else my long hair just gets extremely frizzy and the curls are out of control. This brush is amazing. I feel like the amount of random hairs that fall out throughout the day has decreased and my hair feels thicker. This brush is so gentle and detangles so easily after I have washed my hair.

I am one proud cousin! This EP has 5 original tracks of amazing heart felt worship. I love having this playing and feeling like my cousins are right in the room with me. You need this EP: The Loft Project in your life. P.S. Yes, it's on Spotify. Thanks for asking! 

HAPPY NOVEMBER! 

Ulta Haul [Sping Break Edition]

I have been diligent about saving up my pennies for a while now. I needed to buy a few things for Spring Break. [which starts tomorrow!] Some travel size items, a new mascara, and an eyeshadow pigment that I have been wanting for a while. Shopping at Ulta with two of your bffs is the most fun and entertaining thing ever. Testing products, smelling products, laughing and laughing. Never a dull moment. Here's what I bought. 

L'Oreal Infallible Shadow [amber rush]

Mario Badescu [oil free moisturizer/enzyme cleansing gel] 

L'Oreal Telescopic Shocking Extensions Mascara [blackest black waterproof]

Mini Sized Benefit Primers [the pore fessional/that gal]

Maybelline Elixer [glistening amber]

Travel Sized Ulta lotion/body gel [passionberry]

Maybelline Fit Me Concealer [medium] 

^ This L'Oreal packed pigment is so incredible. I have been wearing it for the past two days.
It's perfect for during the day and then can be built up
for a more dramatic glitz & glam night look. ^ 

^ The Maybelline Elixer's are really nice. I think the packaging is so cute! This shade is super glossy and has lots of shimmer. It does have a weird scent to it, kind of smells like a cleaning product. Still super loyal to my NYX Butter Gloss though. ^

^ I walked out of Ulta with a full hand of Essie & Zoya polish swatches. They were not painted very neatly, but we had to see if we needed to buy them or not. That happens on normal trip to Ulta. :)  ^

NOW IT'S TIME TO PACK IT ALL UP FOR VACATION!!! 

No Money March Makeup Edit

It is so easy these days to get influenced by what others have, what we see online [pinterest anyone?], and all those great coupons that flood our inbox daily. That's why for March I have decided to go on a spending freeze [after buying new spring clothes at Gap this past weekend... that sale was too good to pass up. see what i mean... inbox coupons.] 

Instead of spending my money on myself and what I want, I am going to save it for the month of March and pass on the blessing to someone else.

"Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." [2 Corinthians 9:7] 

When you're on a journey to save money you need to get creative with things you already have. Go on a treasure hunt in your closet and bathroom to find items that you have neglected. Give your old converse some love. Jazz up your eyes with an eye shadow palette you wouldn't normally use. Go through your lip gloss and pick some new ones to stash in your handbag.

^ After rummaging through my makeup products these items have been neglected and will be shown some love during March. ^

Tarte High Performance Naturals Palette
NYX cream blush [tickled]
NYX Mega Shine Lipgloss [Nude Peach/LA-LA/ Nude Pink]
Maybelline The Rocket [very black waterproof]
Benefit Erase Paste [no. 2 medium]
Cover FX cream concealer [medium]

^ Sinful Colors Nail Polish [folly] ^ 

Favorite Drugstore Brand

The drugstore really has some excellent options for makeup and beauty products. If I were to pick one brand to use exclusively, Maybelline wins!  [I did go back and forth between Revlon & Maybelline. Mascaras were the deciding factor.]

Here's what I love from Maybelline. 

Instant Age Rewind Eraser Concealer: This is one of my favorite under-eye concealers. It's moisturizing, doesn't crease, and covers up my tiredness. 

SuperStay 24 Hour Foundation [pure beige]: I have re-purchased this foundation 3 times and it does not disappoint. The color is a perfect match and it really does last 24 hours!

Maybelline Master Glaze Glisten Blush Stick  [pink fever]: One of the best cream blush sticks I have used. Pretty pigment and long lasting color. 

Eye Studio Color Tattoo [bad to the bronze]: Eyeshadow in a flash is what I like to call this. Swipe some on your eyelid and you're good to go. No creasing and tons of pigment. 

Expert Wear Eyeshadow Quad [designer chocolates]: A great basic eyeshadow quad to create so many different looks. This is a mush have! 

Eye Studio Lasting Gel Liner  [blackest black]: When I know I am going to be out & about and need an all day liner, this is the one I go for. Easy to apply and doesn't melt throughout the day. 

Great Lash Clear Mascara: This is a great eyebrow setting gel. It's not flakey and will keep your eyebrows tamed all day.

The Falsies Big Eyes Mascara [blackest black] Both The Falsies and Falsies Big Eyes are excellent mascaras. 

Color Whisper LipColor [coral ambition]: Lasting color and moisture, I have a few color whispers and love them all but coral ambition is my fav. 

BabyLips & BabyLips Dr. Rescue: These are perfect for in your purse/pocket lip balms. Gorgeous color stain and moisture in super cute packaging. Dr. Rescue has a menthol scent to it that I don't really like but it doesn't last long. 

Clean Express Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover: A gentle eye makeup remover is a must and maybelline makes a great one. 

Best In Beauty 2013: Makeup

Now here comes the fun post! MAKEUP!!! I have enjoyed branching out to new brands and products all year and these are my standouts and most used products for makeup during 2013. Most of these products I have purchased multiple times throughout the year as well as recommended them to friends. Remember to leave a comment telling me your favorite makeup item(s) from 2013!

1. Make Up Forever HD Foundation [N160]: This full coverage foundation is worth the price. It gives an HD flawless coverage that lasts all day. 

2. Maybelline Super Stay 24hr Foundation [pure beige]: I have bought this 3 times and love it. It has full/lightweight coverage and it's a great price! 

3. Make Up Forever Mat Velvet+ [N65]: I like to use the matte version during the summer/fall months when I can tend to get more oily. It has the same HD coverage but a flat finish.

4.  Maybelline Instant Age Rewind [medium]: My go-to under eye concealer! 

5. L'Oreal True Match Crayon Concealer [n4-5 light/medium]: This is my new favorite concealer for blemishes and spots. The coverage is thick and full and helps with under eye circles too. 

6. Rimmel Stay Matte Powder [018 creamy beige]: This is the perfect setting powder to finish off your look or to touch it up during the day. I keep it in my purse and have used it a lot and still haven't hit pan yet. 

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1. Milani Baked Blush [luminoso]: A light pink sheen that is perfect all year round.

2. Milani Baked Blush [red vino]: If I want a more dramatic look this is my go to blush. The pigment is strong and last all day. 

3. Wet n Wild [pearlescent pink]: A great everyday blush that gives a "just pinched" look. 

4. Wet n Wild [heather silk]: I think it's obvious that this blush is very well loved. The pigment is strong but is very blendable. 

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1. Elf Eyebrow Kit: I use an angled brush to just fix and fill in my eyebrows. The gel formula helps keep my brows in place too.
2. Urban Decay Primer Potion: I accidentally bought a professional size of this primer potion and I still have a lot left after using it everyday.

3. Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil [zero-black]/ Elf Waterproof Eyeliner Pen/

Elf Liquid EyeLiner: I use the urban decay liner for my lower water line. It doesn't smudge and lasts all day. Stand out product of the year are these two e.l.f liners. For $1 and $3 these are the best liquid liners out there in my opinion. They are easy to apply and have all day lasting power. 

4. Urban Decay Naked Palettes: Each of these palettes is a great investment. The packaging and the shadow colors are gorgeous. 

5. L'Oreal Infallible Lacquer Liner [171-blackest black]: If you want a good gel liner that stays put all day this is it. I use an angled brush to apply it.

6. Wet N Wild Eyeshadow Trio [walking on eggshells]/ Wet N Wild Eyeshadow Trio [silent treatment]: I think Wet N Wild has some of the greatest eyeshadow trios. You also can't beat the price. These two are great basics to have in your collection. 

7. Maybelline The Rocket Volum' Express/ Avon Wash-Off Waterproof: I use the rocket as a workday mascara, it's light on my lashes and doesn't smudge. I use the wash-off waterproof during the summer. You seriously can go in the pool or to the beach and it does not come off.
8. Maybelline Falsies Big Eyes: Overall this mascara is amazing! I have converted several friends to this one and they love it too. It keeps the curl and adds lots of volume to my lashes. 

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Checkout my skincare/hair/nails/fragrance 2013 favorites here. 

November Favorites

Another month has come and gone. November seriously felt like it was only one week long. Here are some things that I have been loving during the month of November. 

Tori Kelly EP: Forward

I have followed Tori on youtube for a while and knew how talented she is. I saw her performance on Ellen and was once again blown away! Go buy her new EP. You will not be disappointed!

NYX Butter Gloss: Each one of these glosses are amazing! Everyone I recommend them to has bought one and loved it! If you want to start your collection, creme brulee and apple strudel are great nude options. 

Bath & Body Works Winter Candy Apple & Vanilla Snowflake Mason Jar Candles: The candles are basically amazing and are a perfect sweet scented combination. And you can reuse the mason jars when you have finished the candle. Win-Win! 

Elf Liquid Liner: Ok, first off this liner is $1! If you have a pretty steady hand when it comes to liquid liner than this one is for you. It stays all day long and is very pigmented. If you are new to using liquid liner than stay away from this. It's tough to try and fix it with a q-tip and can get quite messy. If you're willing to be patient with it, than for $1 it can be an inexpensive way to learn how to use it. 

Maybelline Super Stay 24hr Makeup Foundation in Soft Beige: This has great coverage and is very light. I have used this all month and it's just about gone. I will for sure be purchasing another one. 

Maybelline Falsies Big Eyes: I love falsies original mascara but I love that this one has a smaller brush for my lower lashes. 

Milani Baked Blush in Red Vino: This blush is pretty dark but also very blend-able. It's a perfect winter/holiday shade. The shimmer is very subtle too. 

Boots: During the month of November I think every girl got out their boot collection. Whether you're the girl that wears Uggs, rain boots, tall boots, or ankle boots. The boots for sure came out of storage this month! (I'm wearing the teal rainboots in the pic) 

No better way to end my November favorites than with some yummy treats. 

Chocolate Chex: What is there not to love? It's definitely a treat cereal that's for sure but for someone who can't have dairy, it satisfies my chocolate sweet tooth. 

Mike and Ike's: I have gone to the theater twice this month and these are for sure my choice for theater candy! Because each box is $1, you can stock up and save some for whenever your blood sugar needs a little help.

That's it! Tell me what you have been loving during this past month!
Tweet Me @SuperBeeMoore or leave a comment! 

September Favorites

Maybelline Fit Foundation Stick: I have 220 Natural Beige. This blends in perfectly with my fading summer tan. It has medium coverage and is so lightweight and smooth. For $5 it's worth trying. I have only used it for a week and I am loving it.

Lush R&B Hair Moisturizer: I bought this a few months ago and have been using it a lot in the past month. It leaves my hair so shiny and it smells amazing!

Biggby Black and Tan Coffee: Halfway through September I ran out of my favorite coffee grounds, sea salt carmel mocha from Herman's Boy in Rockford. Yes, I drive 45 minutes for my coffee grounds. Since I was not making a trip to Rockford for leisure in September I started using Biggby grounds that my brother brought home. Of course, they don't compare to the deliciousness that is Herman's Boy but the black and tan grounds were really good. They definitely stand on their own and have a smooth taste to them.

Chambray Shirts and Vests: Fall fashion is my favorite! I have been using my chambray shirts and layering them under vests or scarves. A good chambray shirt can go with anything. 

Jelly Bellys: For the majority of September I have been on a gluten/dairy free eating plan. I found that jelly bellys are both gluten and dairy free. So after finding that out I went to Costco and bought a mega jar of jelly bellys. The only flavor that I don't care for is the pear one.