Beauty File: Top 5 Skin Savers

With this cold weather hitting us or shall I say hitting us in the morning then coming back at 5pm and maybe having a humidity period... anyway, my skin does not know what to do most of the time with this Texas weather. So, I have to make sure to keep it moisturized and protected for our unpredictable weather. Thats were the beauty products come in! Now, you don't have to go spending $50 or $70 on moisturizing products. If you are a college student like me on a budget, Target or Walgreens can be your best friend. You can definitely get quality with a low price. Here are my top 5 favorite skin savers!

{Pictures from Target and Lush}

Beauty Review: Indie Lee

So, I really want to tell you all about this awesome facial product that I have been using for about 4 months now. It is Indie Lee! Indie Lee is an organic, all natural facial line that I discovered by reading one of my favorite blogs The Sparkle. Immediately something that stood out to me was all natural. I have started to really think about my body and the things I put in it and on it, so this really got me interested. I can honestly say it is one of the best decisions I have made for my face! My skin has never felt softer, brighter, and cleaner in months. Plus, the smell is awesome!! and definitely affordable for what you are getting in return.

Products in Picture:

Brightening Cleanser-smells like strawberry and washes all the day dirt away!

Squalane Facial Oil- this oil helps diminish age spots, and boosts cell regeneration and oxygenation. Leaves my skin soft and nourished.

CoQ-10 Toner- definitely one of the best toners I have used and its alcohol free! Plus has aloe vera for extra hydration.

Finals Essentials

If you are a college student like me you have already taken or are getting close to finals. I had my finals this week and all I can say is there is no time to sleep, eat, or function normally. Long nights keep your eyes dark and long days call for a lot of caffeine. This puts some wear and tear into your body such as tired eyes, skin loosing hydration or glow, stomach aches, headaches, etc. Plus, you don't even feel like dressing up or looking good for the day ahead. So...I have come up with some tips and tricks to keeping sane throughout the day.
1. Don't stop your skin care regimen. Even if your tired try to at least wash your face and moisturize at least once if you can't twice like usual. If you don't have enough energy for both then I would recommend definitely washing your face of all the dirt from the day. Cleansing wipes are an easy and quick way to get your face clean.
2. Caffeine can be great to keep you up but if you have too much it can be horrible for your body. So try some green tea. It has caffeine and is healthier for you than coffee.
3. Try to get sleep! I know it will be hard but even an hour or thirty minutes is good.
4. If you have no time to eat, stock up on snacks. I like to eat trail mix with chocolate mixed in. Nuts are a good way to get protein and chocolate is just delicious.
5. My hair tends to get kind of crazy around finals because I have no time to fix it so I use dry shampoo and hair ties, lots and lots of hair ties.
6. Your bags are going to be killer so conceal, conceal, conceal.
7. BB Cream is a fast way to save your face and moisturize it at the same time.
8. Lastly, once you finish with your finals throw your hands in the air and wave them like you just don't care!

Happy studying fellow students!

beauty file: new tries you should try

Over the past month I have been trying different products out in the beauty department. I tend to do this more often than I should which is kind of bad because I accumulate quite a few products that I already have. Anyway, some of these more recent products that I have purchased have really stood out to me and are rapidly becoming my favorites! I defiantly recommend these to anyone and can honestly be used by any skin range. I hope you all try these products out and enjoy them as much as I do!

1. burt's bees tinted lip balm (sweet violet)- $7, this lip balm gives the right amount of moister to my lips during the harsh cold winds, plus gives them a tint of color!

2. maybelline falsies volume express mascara- $7.77, I wasn't to sure if I would like this mascara at first but it keeps my lashes full and doesn't clump them together.

3. olay fresh effects bb cream- $14.99, this bb cream has been the most moisturizing and smooth bb cream I have tired yet. It makes my face feel fresh on those dry skin days.

4. say yes to grapefruit daily facial scrub + moisturizer- $9.99 + 15.99, these products together have brightened my face and kept it soft to the touch. The scrub is gentle enough to use everyday, plus it smells great!

Make Up File: Foundation

Hi everyone! Blogging late this week :/ School has begun and these past four days have been hectic. I need to get back on track. Anyways, now I have final found time to relax a bit and write about an important topic...foundation. Foundation is the start of our daily makeup routine. We use foundation as a way to protect, prepare, and keep our face looking flawless. Sometimes though not all foundations go with your type of skin. That is why everyone should look into getting the appropriate foundation type for your normal, dry, or oily skin. Here are some different forms of foundation that I have tried and looked up for everyones' unique skin types. Enjoy!

1. Solid Mineral
Best for oily, acne prone, sensitive skin. To use: Buff on face in small circular motions. Bare Minerals Ready SPF 20 Foundation

2. Foam
Medium to full coverage. Best for normal to dry skin. To use: Use a quarter size blob, stipple onto face with a damp sponge for an air brushed, clean look. Maybelline Dream Nude Airfoam; Revlon Photoready Airbrush

3. BB Cream
These are beauty balms! A tinted moisturizer with sunscreen and acts as a primer as well. Quick and easy to use. To use: Work with an almond size amount from the center of your face and go outward. Estee Lauder BB Cream; L'Oreal Magic BB Cream

Weekender

Thinking about taking a weekend trip to get away for a bit. I know I did this past weekend. It was the best decision I made especially since school begins for me this next week and it will be my last free weekend. Here a few essentials that I think are important to take along on any small getaway. Always go for travel size since you won't be there that long and try to use pieces that you can use twice like a statement necklace or earring. The most important thing is to go out with an open mind to have fun and be relaxed. Also, document everything! I personally like to use my iPhone or my Nikon. Have a good week everyone!