Bath Luxuries

Recently, I went in search of a shower filter/softner to protect my tresses and skin. Where I live, there is harsh hard water and after so many years -- I was noticing it on my hair and my skin. I had heard that converting your shower head helped enormously with my dilemma, so... I went out in search of it. I found it at Home Depot. Im sure you can probably also find it at any hardware store. The installation was extremely easy, even a 10 year old can do it. :) I then attached my shower head to the filter, which I decided to splurge on, as well.  The filter was about $18.00 and the shower head (Moen) was $27.00, but oh, so worth it. I had no idea how the right shower head made all the difference in the world, especially with the water pressure. Now when I shower, I am confident that my filter is removing awful contaminants such as; Chlorine, mildew, etc., which can be so harmful to your health, as well. Changing your filter every six months is recommended. 

Photograph by: Ooh La La Everything Lovely

Makeup Accessories

We all know that to have the perfect made up face, entails having and utilizing the perfect application accessories. That's where this tool comes into action. It's called the "Bionic Flat Top Buffer, a.k.a. Stippling Brush by Coastal Scents." This little tool is amazing! It gives you an airbrushed look after makeup application, every time! I LOVE it! I bought mine on Amazon, for maybe $9.00, if that and it was a wonderful investment. This makeup accessory assists in keeping your makeup "germ" free and making you look like you just had your makeup applied by a professional. Other companies make this little tool, too. Mine just happens to be by Coastal Scents and so therefore, this review is based on it. 

Smashbox

 Great Summer 2013 Makeup Ideas

Amazing Skincare

 

I am "Coo Coo for Cocoa Puffs" over this product! It's Allure's 2012 Reader's Choice Award Winner. This product is the holy grail of skin care. It's an all-in-one product, which means; it's a makeup remover, cleanser and toner all in one. You're gonna LOVE it!

Hair

Editor's Picks

Shiseido's Best

Beauty FREEBIES

Makeup by Shiseido

 

Philosophy

Luxury is what comes to mind when I think of Philosophy products. Their skincare line was created for all skin types. They have bath & body, skin care, fragrances, makeup... There is not a stone they have left unturned. Their motto, to feel well and live joyously and I couldn't agree more.

Where to buy: Sephora, Ulta, Fine Retailers

Tips & Ideas

Accessories

All About The Eyes

Mac has the best "Falsies" anywhere. Their fake eyelashes are so natural and easy to wear. They are sexy lashes made easy... They are everyday GLAM!

Where to Buy: Mac Cosmetics

Favorite Places

                                            Photography: via Ooh La La Everything Lovely

Hairstyles

It's all about Braids...

This is the year of the Braid. It's definitely not the way our mother's used to braid our hair, by any means. It's delicate, soft and so girly. This elegant look can be used for formal affairs, such as; weddings, graduations, anywhere you want to feel glamorous and beautiful. Simplicity at it's best!

theBalm

Makeup Palettes

Oh, let me count the ways... The different ways these makeup palettes are oh, so wonderful, that is. No.1 Their staying power. No.2 Their vibrant colors. No.3 Their consistency. No.4 Oh, the compliments! That's right! I get so many wonderful compliments whenever I use these makeup palettes. They're bold, yet sophisticated. Go from a daytime look to an evening look in no time. Mix and match matte shadows, along side brilliantly intense frosty shadows. The looks and the effects you can achieve with these palettes are endless. I know you will just love them, just like I do. Run, don't walk and get your hands on these palettes!

Where to Buy: Sephora

Clarisonic

Mia

Literally, the #1 tool to your beauty skincare regimen. It all begins here. Perfectly cleansed and hydrated skin with no dry patches or tightness. Just silky smooth, prepped and radiantly fresh skin. Definitely an investment that will ultimately pay off. I use my Clarisonic everyday, twice a day, with my own skincare products, which I will blog about at a later time. Clarisonic also has their own skincare line (sold separately). However, it can be used with any skincare product of your choice. You will absolutely adore your skin! I can't rave about this product enough!!!  
 

Where to Buy: Fine Retailers, Ulta, Sephora, $119.00 - $149.00

Coastal Scents

88 Color Palette - Warm
   
Let's dive right into this beautiful makeup palette by Coastal Scents. It's not only affordable, but the colors are vibrant, highly pigmented and long-lasting. I LOVE, LOVE this palette! It blends beautifully with other makeup brands, such as; Mac, Tarte, Urban Decay, Smashbox, the list is endless. 

Where to Buy: Amazon.com, $16.79