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Beauty Advent Calendar by NARS: Unboxing and Reveal

YAY! Today is Nars beauty advent calendar reveal. I posted a video of it on IGTV last night so check it out but as promised here is a list of everything included plus their values so we can compare it to the $150 price tag. WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDAR: MINI DRAGON GIRL VELVET MATTE LIP PENCIL $10 MINI ORGASM BLUSH $15 MINI BOUND VELVET LIP GLIDE $8 MINI RITA AUDACIOUS LIPSTICK $27 VIA VENETO LARGER THAN LIFE LONG-WEAR EYELINER $13 ANITA AUDACIOUS LIPSTICK $34 MINI LET’S GO CRAZY VELVET MATTE LIP PENCIL $10 PENCIL SHARPENER $6...

The Best Baby Travel Gear: 6 Essentials

Baby•Lifestyle•Travel+Adventure

Last week Olivia and I packed up the car and headed to Los Angeles for a little work trip and some extra Mommy and Me time. To say I was nervous is an understatement. This was Olivia’s first trip and I would be doing it alone. I knew planning was the key to keep her on her schedule and happy. And, me from getting stressed out. I started with a list of things I what I had to get done down on the trip and from there a list of everything Olivia and I would need. As usual, I...

Sephoria 2018 Recap

Beauty•Style•Travel+Adventure

Last weekend I headed south for a few days of meetings and Sephoria 2018! It was such a cool event. Sephora set up a real-life dollhouse full of rooms themed by some of their top brands all in honor of their 20th anniversary. It was the adult glam girl version of trick-or-treating. I had such a good time and I can’t wait to see what they do next year. It was an intimate experience that gave regular beauty fans the opportunity to interact with Sephora’s most luxe brands. Brand founders were on hand to answer questions and gift suggestions on...

Beauty Advent Calendars 2019

Beauty•Holiday

A review and roundup of all the beauty advent calendar 2019 available in the United States!

How To Do a Pumpkin Spice Facial at Home

Beauty•Facial Night

How to get your favorite Pumpkin Spice spa facial at home!

Ergobaby Omni 360 Baby Carrier All-In-One Cool Air Mesh Review

Baby•Home

Since the day Olivia came home from the hospital we used the Original Ergobaby Carrier with the newborn insert. It was a gift from my aunt. As soon as I would put Olivia in she would calm and I would be able to get some things done. We absolutely love it for trips out shopping, keeping her soothed while doing chores and morning walks. Recently, Ergobaby launched a new carrier, the Ergobaby Cool Air Mesh Carrier. After using it for the last 60 days I thought it would be helpful to other Moms if I did a quick review and...

How to Make Your Ponytail Look Fuller

Beauty

How to Make Your Ponytail Look Fuller: After giving birth to my daughter my hair appears thinner, especially around the hairline. I started trying out hair powders and serums to improve the appearance a few weeks ago. In total, I tried 5 different powders and 3 different serums. By far my favorite was the Nanogen Keratin Hair Fibers. It was an instant difference! The fibers adhere to your hair and scalp, unlike powder that just sits on the scalp and can look clumpy. I start with a small amount and then work up. The fibers are totally buildable and...

Popsugar Fall Box Reveal

Home•Popsugar

Must Have Popsugar Fall Box Reveal {Check out more of my Popsugar Box reviews!) Must Have Popsugar Fall Box is a monthly subscription box of curated gift items. Each month has a theme and around 5-7 items that match the theme. The cost is $75 per season. Use coupon code MustHave5 to save $5 off your first box. What’s Inside the Must Have Popsugar Fall Box: Soia & Kyo Larisa Scarf – Retail Value $75 Jules Smith Jane Cuff – Retail Value $90 Tarte Tight & Bright Multi-Mask – $40 Lipstick Queen Method in the Madness in Manic...

The Spa at Sanctuary

Beauty

My friend and I arrived a little before the party at the Spa at Sanctuary to enjoy a glass of wine and a cheese plate at the bar. It was YUM! The house-made jam was delicious! They were hosting an October-fest that looked fun if we had a bit more time. Relaxation Area Esthetics Room We took a tour of the 3 room spa and then had a mini treatment. I had an arm and hand massage and my friend had a scalp and neck massage. Both of us agreed the therapists were great and the ambiance was perfect....

Currently Obsessed: Cute Halloween Tees

Casual•Fall•Holiday•Style

I have a few cute Halloween tees for mommy and me costumes planned but for now here are a few Halloween Tshirts I plan on wearing to a few events. Loving these Cute Halloween Tees feature? Take a look here for more of my favorite Fashion + Style posts!!

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