Favorites Summer Nail Polishes ♥

Here are a few of my summer O.P.I. nail polish picks! These are the pastel and bright colors that I wear most in the summer. Enjoy xx

                       Color: Gargantuan Green Grape                      Color: Do You Lilac It?

                        Color: Pink-Ing Of You                                 Color: OPI On Collins Ave.

                        (how cute is that name?!)

I hope you found these colors as precious as I do! Thankyou for reading! xx

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Haul ♥ Clothes, Accessories, Beauty

While I was so busy the last few days (which I mentioned in my previous post) I had some time to shop around. I think I just have a natural instinct for finding things in stores that I don't really need. But alas! I had money and my hands were empty! And so forth came this haul. Enjoy xx

The first place I stopped at was Forever 21 (my weakness despite how poorly made everything is) after a hair appointment I had a few days ago. And the one closest to my house is two levels, so life is just great there all the time. I picked up this little top for $11.99 on sale. I've been looking for one of these denim tops for forever! This one is a sleeveless denim top with small studs by the shoulders.

The next thing I snagged from Forever was this cute little makeup bag, for only $6.80. I wanted a new one for school that was big enough to hold all of my beauty and girly related things, because mine last year was thin and flat and barely even held my makeup. This one is perfect size, its coral colored with small gold triangles.

I also was in major need of a new wallet. My old one--which used to be white--is now torn and disgustingly gray. I found this one on ebay for $6.99 (with free shipping yay!) and couldn't resist. It also has a little pocket to hold your phone, which is great for me because I'm always running out the door just grabbing my phone when I don't want to carry my purse and end up not having my debit card, cash or ID! So this is just perfect, its small but spacious and mint green. 

While I was out shopping with my friend we stepped into Bath and Body Works (which was a mistake because we ended up buying things we obviously didn't need). These cute little travel sprays were 3 for $10 (they're normally $6 each) so clearly I had to grab some! I got Pure Paradise which is a new scent and is very fruity and summery smelling, which I love. I got Pink Chiffon which is very sweet and kind of smells like cotton candy and love. Then I got Country Chic, one of my favorites, which isn't too sweet or feminine, but just mild enough to be a perfect everyday scent. 

Because I was out so much and almost always near a Target or Walmart I picked a few little beauty items. I bought the Maybelline Falsies Mascara ($6) because Tanya Burr always raves about it and I thought I'd try it too (review soon maybe?). Next I got two Color Whisper lip products ($6) which are my all time favorite (definitely a review coming soon). I got Orange Attitude which is a corally-orangey color and very pretty on. And I also got Pin Up Peach which is a sparkly pink and I swear would literally look good on every person. 

While my sisters and I were at Ross shopping for apartment essentials and such, I came across this beauty. Ross has such an amazing selection of dresses right now I had to stop myself from buying more! This dress was $12.99 and the top is sleeveless denim with small silver buttons and the bottom is mint green chiffon. It absolutely lovely on as well! 

Lastly, a purse I ordered from Shopko.com finally arrived! I was in desperate need of a new purse considering my old, brown satchel was--though much loved-- extremely tattered and overused. This purse is a neon pink, cross body and reminds me of a cute little briefcase. I thought this would be perfect for spring and summer months, and also because I wear a lot of muted colors, monochromes and such I though it would brighten up all my outfits! It was originally $40, but I got it for $7.99 with free shipping! 

And thats all for this little haul, hope you enjoyed xx

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Review ♥ Monistat- Chafing Relief Powder- Gel (Primer)

Because of my lack of posting yesterday, here's one more today! Yay! 

Monistat- Chafing Relief Powder-Gel (used as primer) Review

$6 at Walmart

(Sorry for my weird scar hand!)

So yesterday I was snooping around online looking for a good primer. I just ran out of my Neutrogena Shine Control Primer (which I didn't like very much at all) and was using the L'Oreal Studio Secrets Professional Magic Perfecting Base (mouthful much?) which does not control oil. I was in desperate need because my combination skin leaves me dry and patchy on my cheeks and super oily around my nose and on my forehead. I happened to come across a post about using the chafing gel as a primer and decided to check it out on Makeupalley.com. The reviews are about half and half it seems, but I decided to pick it up anyway. And considering it was only $6 at Walmart I figured I had nothing to lose. And let me tell you it was totally worth standing in the vagina cream and pregnancy test section of Walmart for like 10 minutes just trying to find this little beauty. 

This powder-gel comes out clear and thick, so a little goes a long way. It spreads easily and smoothly and leaves you with a soft and silky base. After I applied it to my t-zone I went about my normal routine, using NARS Sheer Glow Foundation. I then had to leave this morning to babysit, and let me tell you it was hot--and I had to walk home after. But my makeup stayed completely put. Even after 7 hours of wear I'm still not oily! Although it seems an odd substitute for a primer, this gel definitely works definitely works. I will absolutely be repurchasing and recommending! 

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Ways To Wear ♥ Denim Shirt

 

Hello! Sorry I didn't post yesterday, I was planning on doing at least an OOTD, but I was at a hair appointment for 3 hours (hence the temporarily straight/curled hair) and I was just too tired when I got home. But I am here today and being out at the mall yesterday and shopping around got me inspired! While I was in Forever 21 I saw several denim shirts and I kept thinking of all the adorable outfits I could make with them, so I've decided to show you the ways that I wear my favorite denim shirt! Enjoy xx

Denim shirt: Forever 21, $19

Lace dress: Kohls, $20

Skinny belt: came with another dress from Kohls

Combat boots: Forever 21, $15

Extremely similar to my last OOTD!

Shorts: Ross,

Converse: Ebay, $40

Maxi skirt: One similar to this at Tilly's, $23

Sorry for the disgruntled face :/ I was looking RIGHT at the sun!

Lana Del Rey top: Etsy, $20

Shorts: Kohls, $23

 Skater skirt: Kohls, $10

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And here's just a couple pictures to brighten your day. As you can tell I was already over the photo shoot by this time. :) xx

Review ♥ L'Oreal Infallible The Super Slim Liquid Eyeliner

Hello all! I've decided to do a review today! Recently my sister and I heard Zoella (so of course I had high hopes!) talking about this L'Oreal Infallible liquid eyeliner and thought that we'd give it a go. We picked it up at Walmart for $9, which is quite pricey compared to other drugstore brand eyeliners. 

Overall this product was good. Not fantastic, not horrible, just good. The packaging is nice and looks higher end, which I like. It has a felt tip and applies very smoothly and easily. It applies a lot better than most liquid eyeliners, I find. Its not as liquidy so its easier to control and keep your line as thick or thin as you want it (I am notorious for having thick eyeliner--unintentionally--so its perfect for those of you like me!). Its after I've applied it that it starts to go downhill. It claims to last 12 hours and be smudge-proof. But it's not! It runs and smudges when its warm out, leaving you with raccoon eyes. I was very disappointed that I wouldn't be able to wear this in the summer (because its literally 115 degrees every day where I live). If you live in a cooler climate I definitely suggest given this product a go. And I haven't completely given up hope in this product! I will try this again in the winter when the sun doesn't threaten to melt me. xx 

Summer OOTD: Out & About

 I was out today-- to the dentist (my god it was horrible), visiting my sister, out to lunch, and running errands-- and thought I'd do an outfit of the day. My sister and I found this pretty little spot right outside our dentist and took a few pics :) xx

Top: Kohls

Shorts: Ross

Shoes: Converse 

A very simple outfit today, and quite cheap actually. I got my sheer, cream, button down top from Kohls (a small department store) for around $10. I got the loose, black and floral shorts from Ross (a discount department store) a year or two ago for around $8. My chucks I got off of ebay (but for around the same price as you can get them at Converse.com) for about $50. I hope you all enjoyed! I will definitely be doing more of these soon!! xx

My Favorite Hair Products (For Curly and Relaxed hair)

For years I have fought with and struggled to tame my unruly curly hair. Being mixed (black and white) also didn't help because my mother had no idea what to do with it either. But a few years ago I decided that enough was enough and took my hair issues into my own hands. My beloved hair stylist suggested that I get it relaxed, but I also didn't want to lose my curls--it felt like losing a part of me. So I went for the next best thing--texlaxed! Texlaxed is different from relaxed, it means that although your hair is chemically treated, the chemicals aren't strong enough to completely straighten your hair. Getting your hair texlaxed simply means its relaxed, but still curly, just not as curly as before. And now I have concoted a list of my most beloved products, accessories and tools for my sometimes unruly hair. And all of these products are under $10 (good for me because I'm a poor teenager)! xx

1. Pantene Pro-V Truly Natural Hair Cleansing Conditioner

$5 at Walmart 

I started using this conditioner a few months before I got my hair relaxed and have been using it ever since! Or at least this conditioner's sister, Pantene Pro-V Relaxed and Natural Conditioner for Women of Color (its name literally makes me cringe, but its a great product nonetheless). Both of these conditioners are absolutely wonderful (and literally are the same product with a different bottle). They will give your dry hair just the right amount of moisture it needs and it smells like coconuts! :) Tip: if you have extremely, extremely dry hair like I do, don't completely rinse out this conditioner in the shower--it'll keep your moisture in all day!

2. Pantene Pro-V Truly Relaxed Hair Intense Moisturizing Shampoo

$4 at Walmart

Look its my conditioners best friend! This shampoo I've been using since the conditioner, and it works very well. I only shampoo once or twice a week (don't freak out my hair stylist told me to), but it works fabulously every time! And its definitely a bargain for its quality.

3. ISO Tamer Foam Smoother Hair Styling Serum 

$9 on Amazon

I absolutely love this stuff! I have repurchased over and over again, it is so amazing. This serum has the look and feel of a mousse product, but doesn't leave your hair sticky or crunchy. It gets the frizz and fluff out, but leaves it soft and smooth all day long! I recommend this to everyone, not just those with curly hair. This is definitely on my top 10 list of best products I've EVER used!

4. Cantu Conditioning She Butter Cream

$6 at Walmart ($10 on Amazon for a pack of 2)

This is by far the best leave in conditioner I've ever used, and I've tried quite a few. It super thick and creamy and will keep your hair soft and frizz-free even without a gel or mousse. It smells amazing and also doubles as a deep conditioner. This is definitely one of the best conditioning treatments I've ever used. Anyone who's hair needs a good moisture treatment needs this product!

5. Garnier Fructis Style Hi-Rise Lift Root Booster

$3 at Walmart

If you're thinking that this is a strange product to find on a curly girl's list of best products, you are absolutely right. But I have good reason for loving this product! Whenever I get my hair touched up no matter what I tell my stylist ("It was too straight last time, can you please, please do a formula that's a bit lighter?) I walk out of the hair salon with completely flat hair. And I. Hate. Flat. Hair. So for the next month or two when I'm trying to give my flat roots some life, this product is my best friend! If you need a little a volume definitely check this out!

6. Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Replenishing Conditioner 

$6-8 depending on specific store, Walmart

This is definitely my favorite deep conditioner, and it smells ah-ma-zing (like fresh oranges!). This product is very creamy and works wonders! I leave it on with a shower cap overnight and wake up in the morning to perfectly soft and supple strands, its like my hair had never been damaged at all! But this can sometimes be tricky to find, but what else isn't when the ethnic hair care aisle in Walmart is approximately 3 feet long? If you really want to try this (and I suggest you do), but can't find it at Walmart, Amazon also has it for around $8.

7. Garnier Fructis Style Extra Strong Curl Construct Mousse

$3 at Walmart

Although I'm not a huge fan of mousse, this is by far the best I've tried. I like how lightweight it is, and doesn't make me feel like I put 10 pounds of product in my hair like a lot of other mousses do. It also really cheap which my bank account thanks me for, anyone in search of a nice and reliable lightweight mousse--look no further!

8. Scunci No-Slip Grip Flat Soft Hairbands

$3 for a pack of 3 at Walmart

Another strange occurrence on this list, but I'm telling you this headband is like a godsend. If you ever feel like your hair is everywhere, in your face or just kind of blah, these will be your savior. They're a lot thicker and more durable than other elastic headbands. They are also smaller, so they don't stretch out easily or feel lose. I am absolutely in love with these headbands and where them around the house almost everyday.

9. Diane Ionic Extra Wide Comb With Handle

$3.50 on Amazon

I've had this comb for most of my life and this is the top of my list of "Things Jordan Absolutely Can Not Live Without." This is a must for not only curly-haired girls, but every girl. You're actually supposed to use a wide tooth comb on your hair rather than a hair brush when your hair is wet. If you are tired of nasty split ends or ripping your hair out, try investing in a wide tooth comb.

10. A lace bow! 

$2 at Forever 21

And last but not least a lace bow! Of course I couldn't complete this list without it. Though not quite the little lace bow you may have imagined because this bow is massive, but it is by far one of my most beloved hair accessories--along with all my other hair bows! :)