Blogmas 2017 Day 13: Christmas Wishlist

Blogmas 2017 Day 13: Christmas Wishlist

I'm not sure what I really want this year. It's been a rough year finally for me and some close people to me, mainly due to the impact of Hurricane Irma. Many of us lost jobs, homes and family members.

I have a few things I've wanted to try this year or would like to have refills on.

Clarisonic Cleansing Brush Drying Stand
I saw this online and thought, how cool is that. I normally put mine on a seperate towel on my bathroom counter with the brush head facing down to let it air dry.

Clarisonic Cleansing Brush Head Replacement (Normal)
I really need a new one.

Beautyblender Pro Beauty Sponge
I use the pro version on their blotting sponge and I love it for blotting myself throughout the day. Maybe the beauty sponge is just as good. I hear the different colors have different benefits? Who knows.

Urban Decay Naked Heat Palette
I love orange to rusty eyeshadow colors and I've been wanting to have this ever since it came out.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Palette
I love this brands eyeshadow and contour palettes. This palette is another one of those everyday looks that isn't too dark or too light for me.

Morphe Jaclyn Hill Eyeshadow Palette
I love Morphe eyeshadow and I'm a huge fan of Jaclyn Hill (I met her in person)

Clinique Pretty Easy Liquid Eyeliner Pen
I love this eyeliner pen. It's an exact dupe for the Kat Von D one. Only difference is the price, $2 cheaper.

Too Faced White Chocolate Bar
Not sure if this is still in stores but I love their chocolate bar palettes and I love white chocolate. Does it smell like white chocolate?

Sephora or Ulta Gift Card
Sometimes people forget or don't how to find makeup for me, so they just get me a gift card to there instead so I can the makeup I asked for.
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IKEA Alex 9 or 5 Drawer Unit
I already have the 9 drawer unit that is sharing makeup and crafting supplies. I'd like either of the sized to replace my sterilite drawer system that has my crafting supplies in it. It's just not practical anymore.

Michael's Gift Card
I'm a huge crafter so I would like to have one of these!

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Blogmas 2017 Day 12: Favorite Christmas Songs

Blogmas 2017 Day 12: Favorite Christmas Songs

I love holiday songs, specifically around Christmas. Here are some of my favorite Christmas songs;

- A Charlie Brown Christmas (Soundtrack)

- O Holy Night

- We Three Kings

- The Grinch Theme

- Jingle Bell Rock

- Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree

- Frosty the Snowman

- Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer

- Silent Night

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Blogmas 2017 Day 9: Animal Lovers Gift Guide

Blogmas 2017 Day 9: Animal Lovers Gift Guide

I know it's not makeup or beauty related but, some of us (such as myself) love animals and our pets as much as we do beauty and makeup! I love my birds and I love things that resemble birds from scarves to journals!

Personalized Dog Bone Ornament ($16.00)

These are so cute. They are made of wire and you can get them personalized with your dogs name on them! 

Etsy Seller: Foxblossom

Sterling Silver Dog Bone Charm ($15.00)

Have a charm bracelet? Have a dog? Why not put their name on a cute dog bone on your bracelet?

Etsy Seller: UnmistakablyMine

Bird Mom Mug ($12.59)

I died when I saw this! I have two birds myself and I just think this is adorable!

Etsy Seller: StrictlyBusinessMugs

Cat Mom & Dad Cat Lovers Mugs (19.95+)

These are absolutely adorable. If you're a cat dad or cat mom, these are for you!

Etsy Seller: ErikaLesavageDesign

Customizable Cat Necklace ($12.50+)

These are also adorable for car lovers. You can personalize them with the initial or your cats name on them! 

Etsy Seller: MignonandMignon

DISCLAIMER: ALL photos are credited and belong to their original owners. They were used only for this blog for gift guides and to also help the sellers. I DO NOT own these photos. If the owners of the photos have any concerns, please contact me.

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Blogmas 2017 Day 5: Who will you be spending this Christmas with?

Blogmas 2017 Day 5: Who will you be spending Christmas with?

This is going to be a very, very short post. 

I will be spending Christmas with my parents, just like every year! We don't usually travel anywhere during the holiday so it will be at home.

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Blogmas 2017 Day 4: Gift Guide for Him

Blogmas 2017 Day 4: Gift Guide for Him

Let's just honest ... guys are the hardest to shop for during the holidays. Unless you know exactly what he wants! I know my dad, brothers and significant other is always hard. Here are some ideas I whipped up for the guys!

The Art of Shaving Unscented Mid Size 
This brand a great reputation for shaving and grooming. This kit is unscented, which is great for skin that is sensitive to scents. The kit is targeted to prevent ingrown hairs and razor burn, which is painful to deal with. The kit includes their pre-shave oil, shaving cream, genuine badger shaving brush, and after-shave balm pump.

Jack Black Power Trip Travel Set
The Jack Black brand is a big favorite among a lot of guys I hear. This set is targeted for all skin types. It helps with oiliness, pores, dullness and uneven texture. The set comes with their facial cleanser, facial moisturizer, face scrub, and a therapy lip balm to help with prevent those chapped lips. It's free of parabens as well.

Clinique Happy for Him Set
This scent for men if you don't know what they usually wear and want to get them a cologne. I've gotten this for my father a few times and he's loved it. It's not too harsh or too light.

Clinique Great Skin for Him Set
This is another one that I've gotten for my father and he's enjoyed it. Let's face it, men aren't the biggest on taking care of the skin on their face, let alone washing it twice a day. This set is targeted for all skin types and comes with their cleanser, face scrub (great getting that smooth skin and for pre-shaving), sunscreen, and aloe shave gel.

Clinique for Men Sonic System Deep Cleansing Brush
This is much cheaper version that is close to the clarisonic system that I'm about to mention. It's a sonic cleansing system designed to get all that gunk out of the face; dirt, oil, environmental elements and cleans the skin a lot better than hands.

Clarisonic Alpha Fit Cleansing System for Men
Although this is pricey, these systems are worth the money. I have a clarisonic myself and love it! It defenitely cleans my face a lot better than just my hands. This system is targeted for all types of skin on men and is great for pores, blemishes and redness.

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Blogmas 2017 Day 3: Gift Guide for Her

          

       Blogmas 2017 Day 3: Gift Guide for Her

I know, I know... every year. What do I get for my girlfriend, wife, sister, or friend? Women can be the hardest to shop for, especially when we have multiple interests and hobbies. If there is one thing that all women love secretly, is makeup!

Kat Von D Tattoo Liner

This is hands down, my favorite liquid eye liner. It's great for making thin or think wings, easy to handle, has a long ling during the day without fading or smudging and, the product itself lasts a long time. You get a lot of product in this tiny tube!

Anastasia Beverly Hills Contour Kit

This is my favorite contour kit. A little pricey, but worth every penny. The pigmentation is ridiculous, you get a lot of product in the pans, and the color lasts all day! There are three different skin tone palettes; light, medium, dark. The pans are removable, which means you can pop them out and put them into another palette of your choice or take it wherever you need to. As a bonus, Anastasia Beverly Hills sells refills for the pans on their website that you can purchase and refill when the pan has ran out.

Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette

This is my top favorite palette from Too Faced, probably the one that got me into their brand of makeup. All the shades are great for everyday looks, easy to blend, long lasting and they smell like chocolate.

Morphe Jaclyn Hill Eyeshadow Palette

This palette was made and dedicated for Jaclyn Hill's subscribers. It has more of her Morphe eyeshadow color favorites in them that she came up with. I personally love Morphe eyeshadows, they are highly pigmented, bendable, long lasting and are affordable. 

Beautyblender Blotterazzi Pro

Oily skin? I have that too! Instead of using those annoying blotting sheets that are a pain to use or throw away, the blotterazzi was specifically made for this. It has the same concept as their beautyblender, except it absorbs oil without messing up makeup. The sponge itself is washable and you get a second sponge you can replace it with. The case also has a handy mirror. A must need in every purse for women with oily skin.

Sephora Face Mask Magic! Face Mask Set

I love face masks. They're a great way to get all that excess oil, dirt, and gunk out of your pores and to refresh your skin after a long week. A week can do a lot to your face and neck; dirt, oil, wind, makeup, etc. These masks are for ALL skin types and targets solutions for dryness, fine lines,  wrinkles, dullness, and uneven texture.

Beautyblender Original

I love this makeup sponge for putting on liquid foundation! It helps apply it faster, easier and evenly through the face. It's washable and can used many times before needing to be replaced. A must need in every makeup box!

Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette

This palette is all about rose gold, rose gold and rose gold. They are perfect rose gold shades for everyday and even night time looks. They are beautiful, high pigmented, long lasting shades.

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette

To this day, I still use this palette for any everyday look. They are such beautiful neutral shades, you can create any look from simple to dramatic!

Urban Decay Basics Palette

This is one of Urban Decays simple palettes for everyday looks. And I mean simple! You can make a look that's barely noticeable to dramatic with this little palette. Six shades that are high pigmented, long lasting and perfect for anyone who just wants a simple everyday look!

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Blogmas 2017 Day 2: Favorite Christmas Drinks

When it comes to Christmas time, I'm all about the drinks, food, candy... everything! Ever since I was a young girl, I loved having the special drinks around Christmas time. They just brought so much joy to me during the time and I still have such great memories of them. I do have a few favorite drinks.

Silk Soy Original Nog

I used to drink regular dairy egg nog as a child but, since I no longer consume dairy products (I haven't drank cow milk since high school ... or a lot of dairy products either), I drink soy or almond milk. I discovered Silk brands egg nog a few years ago. It is so good!

Starbucks Classic Hot Cocoa

I usually get these in their K-Cups, these are so delicious!

Starbucks Holiday Blend 2017

I also get these in their K-Cups. Every year, it seems to change a bit on the notes but overall, this blend is hands down, the best dark roast coffee during Christmas time!

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Blogmas 2017 Day 1: December Goals

I don't have too many goals for the month of December:

1. Complete the entire Blogmas this year

2. Film at least once a week (or try to..) 

3. Lose at least 5lbs

4. Work on arms and core everyday

5. Donate presents to at least 3 organizations

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Blogmas 2017

It's that time again! December is back and so is Blogmas! Here is my list!

Day 1: December Goals

Day 2: Favorite Christmas Drinks

Day 3: Gift Ideas for Her

Day 4: Gift Ideas for Him

Day 5: Who will you be spending this Christmas with?

Day 6: What's your least favorite thing about Christmas?

Day 7: Last minute Christmas gifts

Day 9: Gift Guide for Animal Lovers

Day 10: Christmas Nails

Day 11: Christmas Crafts To Try

Day 12: Favorite Christmas Songs

Day 13: Christmas Wishlist

Day 14: Share your Christmas Decorations

Day 15: Gifts Under $10 for Her

Day 16: Gifts Under $10 for Him

Day 17: What to do when it's too cold to go outside

Day 18: Gingerbread Houses

Day 19: Favorite Christmas Candy

Day 20: Christmas Lights

Day 21: Christmas Decorations

Day 22: Last Minute Gift Ideas

Day 23: New Years Resolutions

Day 24: Christmas Eve

Day 25: Christmas Day

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Blogmas 2015 Day 6: Favorite Christmas Movies!

Blogmas 2015 Day 6: Favorite Christmas Movies!

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Every Christmas they show tons of movies about Christmas. I try to watch a lot of them, especially if they are my favorite movies. Over the years, I've fallen in love with many Christmas movies.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Jingle all the Way

The Polar Express

Rudolp the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Home Alone (Movie Series)

A Christmas Carol

It's a Wonderful Life

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What are your favorite Christmas movies?

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Blogmas 2015

Hello again beautifuls. Sorry I was away for awhile again. I got caught with working a lot of hours at work and dealing with the Thanksgiving holiday. I'm going to be participating in Blogmas this year. Last year, I couldn't finish because I got busy with school, work, holiday related things, and I got sick like three times in a row. I've already missed the first three days, but that's ok!

I put together a list... 

Day 4: Why do You Love Christmas?

Day 5: Dealing with Holiday Stress

Day 6: Favorite Christmas Movies

Day 7: Wreathes

Day 8: Favorite Places for Christmas Decorations

Day 9: Nutcrackers

Day 10: Gift Guides:Her

Day 11: Gift Guides: Him

Day 12: Favorite Christmas Scents

Day 13: Most favorite thing about Christmas

Day 14: Favorite Christmas Books

Day 15: Christmas Nails

Day 16: Christmas Wishlist

Day 17: Least favorite thing about Christmas

Day 18: Christmas Shopping Tips

Day 19: Secret Santa Gift Ideas

Day 20: Christmas Decorations

Day 21: Gift Guides: Kids

Day 22: Christmas Desserts

Day 23: Christmas Tree Reveal

Day 24: Christmas Eve

Day 25: Christmas Day

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I hope you all enjoy my future posts during the month of December!

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Blogmas 2014 Day 22: Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Blogmas 2014 Day 22: Stocking Stuffer Ideas!

Blogmas 2014 List

Wow... the days are counting down fast. I already posted a Stocking Stuffer guide for my Holiday 2014 Gift Guide which you can check out HERE if you'd like. But! I thought I'd throw in even more stocking stuffer ideas! I've rounded up some more small sized gifts that are perfect for stockings and don't need to be wrapped up!

DryBar Hold Me Hair Clips ($16.00) 

These are perfect for any woman who uses a hot tool on a regular bases to straighten, curl, flip or blow dry their hair. These large mouth clips hold large amounts of hair sections in place so you can style the other sections.

Sephora Collection Face Masks ($6.00) 

These masks come in different types depending the on the needs of different skin types from oily, ance prone, dehydrated, dull to sensitive skin! All you do is put the fiber mask on, wait 15 to 20 minutes and you take it off. Great gift idea for a girls night in!

Too Faced Batter Than Sex Mascara ($23.00)

I have completely fallen in love with this mascara myself! It gives great volume and length to lashes. The brush head is large enough to fully coat all lashes, including the bottom lashes!

Beauty Blender Micro ($17.95)

These little guy are just like their bigger version, the original beauty blender, except they are smaller for blending out concealer underneath the eyes, around the nose, mouth, and other parts of the face. They are always great for blending out liquid contouring.

Sally Hanson Salon Effects ($6.00 - $9.00)

We all love paint our finger nails, including myself, but the mess and mistakes I make are terrible, so I end up going to the salon or finding some other way to get my nails to look pretty. These are real nail polish strips that come in a huge variety of different colors, patterns, and designs. They are easily to apply, remove, and wear.

Smashbox Step-by-Step Contour Kit ($45.00)

This small compact contour kit has three perfect shades for any skin tone to use for contouring the cheeks, nose, brow bone, and other places for desired high lighting and contouring. It comes with a angled fluffy brush and is the perfect size palette for traveling with or using everyday.

Tangle Teezer Original ($13.00)

I know I'm not the only one who hates tangles in my hair in the morning or after I wash hair... it's annoying and down right painful trying to get them out! I discovered this tool a few months back and I believe every woman should have this in her life, especially if she has long hair or easily tangled hair. This brush gets tangles out in seconds with no pain or tearing hair and can used on dry or wet hair!

Sephora Collection Eyelash Curler ($13.00)

I know... $13 for an eyelash curler?! Believe me, I know it's a bit much, but I absolutely love this eyelash curler next to my trusty Sally Hanson ones. This gives amazing curved lashes that any woman would love to have. These eyelash curlers come in different colors and extra spare curler cushion replacements.

I hope I helped with some more stocking stuffer ideas for you all! 

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Are you putting your stocking out this year for Christmas?

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Blogmas 2014 Day 17: Christmas Countdown

Blogmas 2014 Day 16: Christmas Countdown

Blogmas 2014 List

Hello again beautifuls! So, counting down for Christmas when I was younger was marking off the days on the calendar as it got closer to Christmas, or I was just so busy with school everyday the day just came! A few years ago, we found this cute long snowman who helps you countdown the days until Christmas Day with pockets and a little snowflake! I put him up every year above the television in the family room and I change the day everyday as it gets closer. 

Christmas just wouldn't be complete without him hanging on the wall!

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How do you and your family countdown the days until Christmas?

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Blogmas 2014 Day 16: Gift Guide (Her)

Blogmas 2014 Day 16: Gift Guide (Her)

Blogmas 2014 List

I'm so sorry I haven't been blogging on my Blogmas this year. I just started working a new job and I've been working like crazy! Today is a gift guide for her; mothers, wives, girlfriends, sisters, or any girl you want to get something special this year but can't decide what to get her!

GlamGlow Gift Sexy ($69.00)

As a woman, I'm always on the hunt for the best face mask ever! I can never seem to find it or when I do find it, they discontinue it! GlamGlow makes several different types of masks, all targeted for certain abilities from moisturizing thirsty skin, clearing breakouts, to sopping up excess facial oil. These are perfect for all skin types.

Urban Decay Primer Potion ($12.00-$20.00)

You know she loves to put on eyeshadow, so why not give this little guy to her! This Urban Decay Primer Potion will ensure her eyeshadow looks stay on all day without fading, smearing, budging, or creasing!

GLO Science GLO Brillant Personal Teeth Whitening Device ($199.00)

This device is awesome! I know we all want white teeth and a bright smile but dread getting it done by professionals... well this makes it easy! This teeth whitening device can used at home or wherever you are in your travels and you need a quick teeth whitening fix!

Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette ($52.00)

I personally love the Naked palettes by Urban Decay, simple because they have a wide range of neutral colors, are perfect for any occasion, and you can create quick looks with the palettes. The Naked 3 is rose gold hue colors so creating champagne and rose gold eyeshadow looks! Plus, the palette comes with a double-ended eyeshadow brush.

Sephora Favorites: Perfume Sampler ($60.00)

This set comes with Sephora's favorite perfumes to try out including brands such as Juicy Couture, Prada, Marc Jacobs, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Lancome, Versace, Tom Ford, and Giorgio Armani! The set comes with a voucher to turn in for a free full size of whichever perfume you desire.

Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation Duo External Battery ($99.00)

This bad boy is an awesome buddy to have around, especially for us women who are always on our phone! Whether it be for personal, work or family related phone use, if you know a woman who is a heavy user of her phone for different reasons (such as myself), a portable charger is a great option since she can connect her phone and it'll charge wherever she is. This can fully charge any mobile device or tablet with a USB cable twice.

Mia2 Skin Cleansing System ($149.00)

Getting a Clarisonic is a more personal gift if you know of someone who suffers from troubled skin and has gone above and beyond to cope and deal with it. I, myself, suffer from troubled skin and resorted to ridiculous ways to help my skin. Getting a clarisonic for any woman you know takes care of her skin is a great gift, as these are not only great for troubled skin, but for any skin for that matter!

Sonic Radiance Brightening Solution Kit ($249.00)

Doesn't every woman what bright and radiant skin without spending a fortune? Well now she can! This system is targeted towards uneven skin tone and dark spots to achieve more youthful and radiant skin. And, it works the same way as a Clarisonic!

Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette ($49.00)

I absolutely love this palette for everyday looks! Not only does it provide the ability to get a quick everyday look, but it smells like chocolate, which always makes me smile. These eyeshadows are high pigmented, high quality, and long lasting and create endless looks for any occasion!

Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy Gift Set ($76.00)

Juicy Couture's Viva La Juicy is one of the best selling fragrance due to the reason that is smells so girly and sweet! It's perfect for anytime of the year, it's not too strong or overwhelming, it's pleasant long lasting scent, and the bottle can be used a s decoration when the fragrance is all used up! This set comes with the 1.7 oz fragrance, 4.2 oz body lotion, and a cute storage bag!

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