Everyday Makeup

21 Wednesday May 2014

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Good morning! Yesterday, I shared with you some of my first things first beauty routine. Once I’m ready to conquer the day, which is not until after my coffee or tea (which I pack several of to go) I use these makeup essentials:

1. Thanks to Birchbox I have gotten to try lots of new products that I wouldn’t necessarily pick off the shelf. Plus, each month you can accumulate points by reviewing items. This Hot Mama Blush is one that I buy with my points over and over again. It has a bit of shimmer to it and the shade is just perfect.

2. Laura Mercier Eyelash Curler. The thing I love most about this is that it is compact. Most eyelash curlers are SO bulky!!

3. Milani Liquid Like Eyeliner.

4. They’re Real Mascara.

5. Bare Minerals Powder Foundation and Brush. Liquid foundation is usually too intense color wise for my face. Powder foundation blends better and is more practical for me for everyday use.

6. Bare Minerals Powder Concealer and Brush. Oh my. I don’t know what I did before I found this. Works wonders on dark circles.

7. Laura Mercier Gloss in Bare Pink. As an everyday lipgloss, I love the way this stays on your lips for awhile. If I’m feeling feisty that day, I’ll put it on over a red or pink lipstick.

8. Viktor and Rolf Flowerbomb. I love this travel size. Plus, it smells amazing.

These are pretty much my everyday staples. I also have ‘fancy’ makeup I save for getting gussied up–like primers and finishing powders–but for everyday I keep it pretty simple!!

So how about you? What are your favorite makeup staples? Anything you swear by?

Happy Wednesday!
Erin

First Things First…

20 Tuesday May 2014

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The first thing I do when I wake up is swish coconut oil. I know. Disgusting. I gagged like the first 15 times I did it, but you get used to it. You swish for 20 minutes and the health benefits are amazing. Read more on oil pulling here.

If you’re anything like me, you’re not ready for full makeup first thing in the morning. Whether we are talking weekday or weekend…I need just a wee bit of time to get going. So before I leave the house (usually around 6 am) or before entering the next room I do these simple things:

1. I always keep my beauty items stored in a to-go bag. I don’t know about you, but I like the snooze button. Why not be prepared by storing your items in this adorable cosmetic bag? You’ll notice I also have travel size versions of everything (I refill from the larger containers) so that I am able to throw everything in this bag easily.

2. I talked more about my elaborate hair routine here. Ha. Mostly, when it comes to my hair…I’m a ‘can I get away with one more day?’ kind of gal. WEN has done wonders for me and this replenishing mist gives your hair an instant lift!

3. This polish. Oh my. It’s like an instant manicure and it dries quick. A quick once-over every few days does the trick!

4. Bobby pins. I always have one in my hair. And they are all over the house. Matt loves it.

5. EOS Lip Balm. Heaven.

6. Simple Revitalizing Eye Roll-on. This thing has a metal ball on it that feels like a million bucks first thing in the morning.

7. I have fairly normal skin–except in the winter and then I feel like my face is literally flaking off–this Kiehl’s ultra facial moisturizer works all times of the year. It’s fabulous.

8. And of course my glasses are never off my face. They are my permanent accessory.

So what are your first thing in the morning beauty essentials? Anything you can’t live without?

Happy Tuesday!
Erin

Should I Wash My Hair?

15 Thursday May 2014

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Good morning! Next week, I will be sharing more of what’s in my beauty bag, but I couldn’t wait until next week to share this fabulous print with you!

Anyone who knows me, knows that my hair is a real beast. And that I will do anything to get out of washing it. I recently started using WEN and this really does wonders for my hair. It’s a conditioning cleanser…no more lather! It was weird at first, but it really decreases frizz and it lengthens the amount of time you can go between washes. Win! Dry shampoo is another staple in my hair routine. Whoever invented this and spanx deserve the same award.

One Truffle Pouch/WEN Intensive Hair Treatment/Lemon Drop Brush/Detox Dry Shampoo

Stay tuned next week for more on my beauty routine!

Happy Thursday!
Erin

Tuesday Treats!

13 Tuesday May 2014

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Good morning! Hope your week is off to a snazzy start. If it’s going anything like mine, you could use a little pick me up! Here are some treats to get you going!

1. Pink Pebble Print.

2. Tortoise double headband.

3. Cocktails Sign.

4. Cutout floral chiffon top.

5. Calf hair key fob.

6. Yellow tote.

7. Pink and gold woven bowl.

Happy Tuesday!
Erin

Mother’s Day

12 Monday May 2014

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We know it’s the day after Mother’s Day but we happen to think our mom is pretty dang fabulous that she deserves an extra day!

Here are the top 5 things we’ve learned from our momma:

1. Never leave the house without lipstick on, preferably a bright shade of red or pink.

2. You have to really dig to find ‘treasures’ at antique malls. We owe all of our antiquing skills to her.

3. There is always something else to look forward to. When you get sad that a certain trip or event is over, there’s always something else to plan and be excited about.

4. Take one day at a time. We heard this a lot when we’d call her crying over failed tests or difficult boys. It’s still the best piece of advice she gives us.

5. Raising three kids and working a full-time job is totally doable. And you can do it with style and grace.

Mom, we love you more than words can describe! We’re so lucky to have you as our mom.

Nennie and Erin