As someone who tests makeup and skincare quite often (perks of the job, I guess), it's a big deal to find something I love so much I continue to reach for and repurchase over others. My neutral lip combo from THIS Beauty (read here about the brand I started in 2022) is my tried and true lip color over anything else. I prefer a more softer approach to my makeup and I find these shades compliment any look. ...
Tested (and approved) from The Sephora Spring Savings Event
The Sephora Spring Savings Event is here and it's one I never want to miss. It only happens a couple times each year and it's the perfect time to restock on or try something new that's been on my radar. As someone who has conducted hours of makeup research and gathers tips and recommendations from makeup pros, I feel confident about this list Tested and Approved items you can grab at the Sephora sale. ...
The Tinted SPF I Wear as Makeup
There's no greater find for your beauty routine like the perfect sunscreen. With sunnier days approaching, it's so important to find an SPF that you love and wear daily. Enter, the Hydropeptide Solar Defense Tinted SPF. I have used this since 2020 and it is still the one I reach for most.
Trust me when I tell you I have tried nearly every tinted SPF on the market. It's all I wear most days and with my skin being sensitive and acne prone, there's been a lot of trial and error. ...
My Favorite $8 Mascara
Admittedly, I tend to buy pricey cosmetics. You know I can't pass up a Sephora run. But I have found an $8 drugstore mascara that honestly works better than the expensive stuff. Trust me when I tell you I've tried many (many) brands and this is the one I keep going back to. ...
My #1 Tip for Glowy Foundation
It's no secret I want glowy, hydrated skin. Aside from skincare (which is most important IMO) the best way to achieve glowy skin is when you mix foundation with a liquid highlighter. I love the Valentino Beauty V-Lighter in Rosa for that glowy foundation look and I knew I had to test it out when I saw it had over 2.4K reviews. ...
What’s In My Makeup Bag For Summer
Let's talk summer beauty. Honestly, I switch things up pretty drastically when it comes to makeup during summer vs. winter because my needs are different. Also, like most of us, I like to go with something lighter in the summer months - especially if I'm going to be outside on a hot day...which is often in Texas. ...
The One and Done Eyeshadow Palette
If you love a neutral eyeshadow look, this “one and done” palette is for you. I took this neutral eyeshadow palette with me on my trip to California and it’s been perfect. It’s all your need for an everyday eye. ...
Soft Smudge Winged Eyeliner
I've always found it hard to do a winged eyeliner. But recently I've been playing around with a few techniques and this is definitely one of the easiest I've tried. I love doing this for date night! ...
Easy Summer Makeup for Glowy Skin
Summer for me usually means less makeup, more bronzer and lots of SPF. And now that life in the newborn and toddler stage are both in full swing, I don't have quite as much time for getting ready like before. It's key for me to find products that work well and won't melt off my face (like this all-in-one face palette or tinted BB Cream with SPF from Nordstrom)
I've found a routine that works great for me and leaves me with that glowy summer skin that I desperately want to achieve. This look is breathable, has SPF and still gives you a little coverage even without an actual foundation. Need I say more? ...
I Tested 30 Affordable Makeup Brushes. Here’s My Top 15.
A few months ago I got a DM asking if I could review and share a list of affordable makeup brushes. Specifically brushes under $20 that blend nice and don't shed. I love a good challenge and was pretty excited to work on something like this. Makeup is something I've always enjoyed and it's been fun to test out over 30 brushes (yes, 30) and pull together a list of my top recommendations. The best part? They are all $20 or less. ...