January Favorites 2014

The first month of 2014 is already over. WHAT? That went fast. January has been filled with lots and lots of snow. I also think the warmest day in January was 22 degrees.
That being said, here's what made the list for my January Favorites!
MakeUp Favorites:

^I have been using my Naked 3 palette this month. My two favorite shades have to be 'burnout' and 'limit'. They are the perfect everyday pigment. I put 'limit' on my eyelid and then add 'burnout' to my crease to add some shimmer.^

^CoverGirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3in1 has been my foundation for January. I have officially lost all of my summer color and needed to go down to a lighter shade (again). This works great for me. It has fuller coverage and last all day. It also doesn't rub off on clothes or scarves. 

I also love the pump on it. 2 pumps and I'm done. ^

^I have started a habit of doing a face mask at least twice a week. I love all the masks that freeman makes but this one is the favorite of January. It is really calming and really gets the grime of the day out of your pores.^

^I have loved the So Pink scent from GAP for years and years. It's kind of a summer-y scent but I will just pretend it's summer. It's a citrus and flower scent. I think it smells a lot like grapefruit. 

I always purchase more when I see it at a Gap Outlet.^

^NYX Blush in Terra-Cotta is a perfect winter shade. I haven't been using any pink or red shades for blush this month. It looks a little too extreme on my ever fading skin. This blush adds some color without being too obvious. It has the perfect amount of shimmer in it too.^

^I featured this pixi bronzer in my latest makeupmenu. I will use this on my cheeks to add some color and definition. I normally use laguna bronzer by Nars but find that when I am lighter during the winter that it can look too orange. This pixi bronzer is perfect for the winter. Pigment, shimmer, and no orange.^

TV: Chicago Fire & Chicago PD
^If you like intense rescue shows than both of these are for you. Fire is in its second season and PD is on its first. They crossover with each other. Plots and characters overlap between the two. I love it! An episode of either of these will make me cry, hold my breath, gasp, and cover my eyes. Bravo to the writer!^

Local: Silver Sage Headache & Stress Reliever
^A while ago I ordered some products from Silver Sage. She makes everything herself right in Ada, Michigan. She makes all natural vegan soaps and body products.  I started using this rollerball every night before bed and have fallen in love with it again. I roll it on my temples and behind my ears. If I know I am going to be in a car for a long time I will also throw it in my handbag and rub it on my wrists.^

Music: 'I am Mountain' by Gungor.
^It took me a while to warm up to this album and I'm not really sure why. It is great. I think it's so much different than their other albums (which I also own). I kind of feel like I have my itunes on shuffle when I listen to this album. Each track is so unique that it almost seems a bit disjointed. But that is what I like about it!^

HAPPY FEBRUARY!

MakeUp Menu [using urban decay naked 3]

I have been inspired by one of my favorite youtube beauty gurus ViviannaDoesMakeup to start something new, MakeUp Menus. These new posts will be a menu of all the makeup I use, what it looks like, and a small review of the products used. I am really excited about starting these posts and hope to include some giveaways eventually. 

In order of use >>

Maybelline Super Stay 24 Foundation [pure beige] used with Real Techniques Expert Face Brush

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Dark Circle Eraser [medium]:used under eyes and on blemishes & hyper-pigmentation 

Milani Baked Blush [09 red vino] used with a Real Techniques Blush Brush

Naked 3 Palette 

'Burnout' on my lid: used with a Sonia Kashuk Flat Top Brush

'Factory' in my crease blended along my brow bone: used with an Urban Decay blending brush (came in palette) 

'Limit' tapped a little on my lid to mattify the shimmer a bit: used with a flat top brush

'Strange' as a brow highlight: used with a Urban Decay flat top brush (came in palette) 

BLEND eyelids: used a Real Techniques Setting Brush

Curl Lashes [revlon lash curler]

Elf Black Liquid Liner [best liner ever and it's only $1]

Maybelline The Falsies 'Big Eyes' [very black waterproof] *tip- use the lower lash brush to get the inner and outer corners of your top lashes*

Revlon Photo Ready Powder [light/medium] used with a Real Techniques Powder Brush [blend out the face] 

NYX Butter Gloss [not pictured: vanilla cream pie]

DONE

Let me know if you enjoy these kinds of posts, what looks you want to see, and how I can make them better! I welcome your comments! 

Bee's Christmas List: 2013 Edition

I love Christmas time so much! Not only do I get to celebrate the birth of Jesus but I also spend a lot of time with family and friends. Finding presents for all the important people in my life can be challenging but it's so fun to bless them with something that they wouldn't buy for themselves.

Of course I love getting presents too. 

As I get older I find that I don't really need anything but there are some fun things that I would want that I probably wouldn't buy myself. (who am I kidding... I would probably buy it for myself eventually.) Here are a few things that I want for Christmas. 

Black structured handbag from Daily Look 

I have been wanting a tote like this for A LONG time. I just haven't been able to take the plunge and purchase it. For those that know me, I love to have a big bag and be the friend that always has what you need in their handbag.  

Hello Apparel Anchor Color Block Tee
I have several shirts from Hello Apparel and have been very pleased with them. They are my go-to gym outfit tees. I would love to add this one to my collection.

Black Wedge from ModCloth
I mean, who doesn't need a perfect black wedge? Size 8 please. :)

Drawstring neck warmer by Brinkley+Mitchell at Nordstrom
I think this scarf is so cute and cozy. I love a good knit... anything.

Black Ankle Boot 
I have been becoming a bit more daring and started wearing the boots that I bought last fall/winter and am starting to fall in love with them. I think this one is absolutely gorgeous! (again...size 8 please)

Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette 

If you are able to get your hands on this once it is released... um DO IT! These palettes are amazing and if you're thinking that $52 is too much for eyeshadow... honey, no it's not! 

Infinity Necklace from Oh Abigail

My amazingly talented and fashionable friend Abigail has, not only a great blog but has an online jewelry store filled with great finds. I want this necklace so bad! I think it's perfect for everyday and for layering more pieces from the Oh Abigail site.