ELF Haul

On Fourth of July, ELF had a gift with purchase that was a surprise…so I didn’t know what I was getting, but knew it was worth $13. I have had my eye on a few items from ELF, but have had difficulty finding them in stores. So I went for it! Plus you get free shipping when you spend $25.

I have been wanting to try the Poreless face primer for some time, and it is $6. It has a white, creamy texture. It glides on the skin nicely, but doesn’t fill pores like Benefit’s Porefessional or Makeup Forever’s pore primer. I need to use it more, as I have only used it once. I also needed a new liquid black eyeliner, so I opted for the Intense Ink Eyeliner in Blackest Black. My desire for a winged eye look with my hooded eyes has never been fulfilled, so I also got the cream eyeliner in black to see if would work…I don’t have high hopes…

I need another bronzer and blush like a hole in the head, but I decided to try the matte version in Fiji. I love the bronzer so far! It applies nicely and evenly and works well as a contour for me (as you can see the swatch barely shows up!). The blush is nothing incredibly special, but I will get use out of it on low key makeup days. I also got the large kabuki brush, which I mainly use to buff out/blend my color cheek products.

I purchased two other tools: the Precision Smudge Brush and The Pore Refining Brush and Mask Tool. I have looked for both these items in stores and can never find them! I’m excited to test them out.

Lastly, the gift with purchase: I am already decluttering two of the items because I know I will never use them. There are the Liquid Highlighter which came out oily upon application and the Lustrous Eyeshadow in sheer (second swatch from top). The eyeshadow is just something I will never wear. The gift also included another cream eyeliner in Teal which I have always been drawn to. So I am going to give it a shot. Then there was a matte lipstick in Blushing Brown. It’s a creamy matte texture and the color will be nice come fall, so I am going to keep it as well.

I am excited to use the items I purchased, but am mildly disappointed in the GWP. Oh well! Would you like to see me review any of these items for the blog?

 

June Empties

I used up a lot of skincare this month! Check it out! I show the products I have used up and give reviews on whether I would repurchase them in the future.

Sephora Haul | June 2017

My wife was really sweet after I cared for her two weeks ago after she had major surgery. She said she wanted to thank me with a gift. While she definitely didn’t have to do that, I took her up on the offer and made an order at Sephora. I show you what she got me in the video below. Check it out!

Labor of Love Update #1 | Project Pan

I created a project pan challenge about a month ago where I focus on four products I love but have trouble using up. This project will go until Labor Day. Check out the video below to see my progress on these products.

Pan That Palette | Update #5

Today I am sharing my fifth update for the pan that palette 2017 challenge. As a reminder, I am panning two palettes: Urban Decay Naked 1 and Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit (from holiday 2015). I hope you enjoy!

Use 6 by Summer | Project Pan Finale

Today I am sharing my final update on the Use 6 By Summer project pan challenge. This challenge I focused only on skincare items. I am really happy with how this project turned out. Check it out!

Everyday Makeup Drawer | June 2017

I thought I would share an update on my everyday makeup drawer (last one featured was in April). This time I have added some fun and colorful products to reach for during the hot summer days. What products do you reach for everyday during the summer?

Empties | May 2017

Today I am sharing the products I have used up over the last month. I was able to empty skincare, hair care, body care, and makeup! Use what you have and love what you use! Thanks for watching!

Netflix Shows You Should Binge Watch

I thought I would share a different post than what I usually do, where I share the shows I have loved on Netflix and would recommend to you! Happy binging!

The OA

This show is thought provoking and chilling. I couldn’t stop watching this series, and became obsessed with the characters and back stories. The story centers around a girl who has been missing for years and has been brought home after years being held captive by a scientist. The main character has visions and hopes to find her fellow captives with the help of some local boys and teacher.

Orange is the New Black

This is an oldie but a goodie on Netflix. The original “original Netflix series” is entering its fifth season in June, so if you haven’t watched this yet, you better get on it! The story follows a woman who is incarcerated and the viewer gets to know her and all the other characters one by one. The end of season four will tear your heart out, but the social and political subjects that are addressed in this show are relevant and important.

Girl Boss

This is the newest Netflix series I just binged. It’s about Sophia, who created Nasty Gal online retail store, and follows her start up on eBay and the trials she faces opening a business in a man’s world with man’s rules. Sophia does things her own way, and at times, I really couldn’t stand her selfishness, but the side characters (hello, RuPaul!) make this show a gem. It’s a quick binge with thirteen episodes at 30 minutes each, that’s just a regular Saturday!

The Crown

While The Crown may not be completely binge-worthy, as it took me a few weeks to finish, it is still a wonderfully acted, scripted, and directed show. The Crown focuses on Queen Elizabeth’s early days as Queen with young children and a husband (who at times, I’m not sure is worth her time…). The politics of the time period come through with Elizabeth’s relationship with Winston Churchill, her sister and her lover, and more. An intimate look into the life of Queen Elizabeth is a must see on Netflix!

Making A Murderer

Now this show had me captivated from the first scene until the last. I believe I stayed up all night finishing it from beginning to end. I would not miss this show if you love murder mysteries, Law and Order, or true crime. Steven Avery has been in jail for a murder he says he didn’t commit. The filmmakers of this documentary followed his story for years, interviewing his family and friends to understand what happened to Teresa Halbach. While there is controversy behind the film and Steven’s story, it continues to be an intriguing case that has infatuated many viewers.

I hope you enjoyed this different kind of post, and if you have (or will) watched these shows, let me know what you thought about them!

*Images came from Google Search.*

Labor of Love Project Pan | Introduction

Today I am introducing a new project pan challenge that I created! I am entitling this the Labor of Love challenge, as I picked items that I really do love, but I have had a hard time in the past panning. I have issues panning lip products and foundation, and I added in a highlighter, which I have never panned!

If you’d like to join me in this challenge, pick four items that you love but are having trouble using up, and aim to finish them by Labor Day, which is September 4, 2017. I will be posting updates every 3 weeks. I would love for you to join me in this project! Let me know in the comments below if you opt in! xoxo