Tuesday, August 15, 2017

My Favorite Makeup Products

Pictured are my absolute favorite makeup products that I use for my everyday look. I love my makeup, I rarely leave the house without it on, so yes, I am a diva in that sense!

Lets start with primer; so this NYX Primer is heaven sent. Its so smooth and applies to the skin so nicely, a little bit goes a really long way! It perfectly preps the face for an all day glow. I apply all over including my lashes. This is a new product I have tried and so far I am in love with it.

My RIDE OR DIE: The Loreal Matte Pro Finish foundation is to die for! I have tried so many foundations, from drugstore to name brand and I couldn't find one that agreed with my skin. I have very oily skin, so that matte liquid is a must have. I rarely get greasy with this product and if I do, it's likely I half-assed my makeup that morning. The best part about this foundation is that it lasts months! A little bit goes a really long way on my face and its only $11.99 at target or ulta. You cannot beat that, especially for the high quality product you get. The foundation varies in many shades compatible to any skin type! I go with shade 104, it blends nicely with my skin, even with my self tanner on.

Next up; concealer. Lately, I have a new found love for concealer! I never really appreciated the pop it does for my face. Right now my favorite concealer is the No7 Radiant Glow. Its a click pin concealer, so you click the bottom and the liquid comes out the top, I love that sleek design to it. It's perfectly light and really gives that highlight effect. I always conceal under my eyes, nose, chin and my forehead between my brows!

Brow kit: Maybelline! I honestly don't do much with my brows! Luckily they're naturally a nice shade, which is why I don't feel the need to splurge on high end products for my brows! I simply swatch the medium blonde shade and brush them over my brows until I reach a desired shade.

Pressing Powder: I love love love the medium to light pressed powder from Ulta. You can't be the price or the quality. It goes on very translucent and blends extremely well. It lasts on my skin all day long!

Bronzer: Sun-kissed argan oil from physicians formula. I like this bronzer, it does the job, but by no means am I in love with it. The smell is almost too strong, it reminds me of something my grandma would wear as perfume. I really really like the shade it is on my skin, which is why I am continuing to use it. Once this product runs out, I will be searching for a longer lasting sun-kissed bronzer!

Blush: Loreal Blush has been my go to! I am a huge blush girl. Bringing that color to your face is super important. I really like this color of blush and its a great price, not only that but it lasts all day, and it only takes one swatch with a brush to get that amazing color on my cheeks. I definitely recommend this product to those who love bold colors. While some people do without blush, its one of my favorite make up products.

Eyeliner: Revlon Color Stay. So if I have one ride or die product.. it would definitely have to be this! I have used this eyeliner since I was a freshman in high school. I can't stress enough how amazing this eyeliner is, and how well it stays all day! No smudge, no nothing! I usually buy it in the brown/black shade. I just purchased revlon's liquid eyeliner, but I have yet to test it out! I am also hoping it is another favorite.

Mascara: Maybelline The Falsies. I love love love this product! The volume it does for my lashes is like no other! I don't know what to say other than I highly recommend it. I've been asked if I have eyelash extensions while wearing the mascara. However, I have also heard amazing feedback about Too Faced Better Than Sex mascara and I have also been wanting to give that a try! I think eventually I will gravitate towards extensions, or possibly even do my own! Who isn't obsessed with eyelashes?

Finishing Spray: Urban Decay De-Slick. Need I say more? Oh my goodness this setting spray is something else! I have very oily skin and this keeps my look fresh all day long. I always by the travel size because its only $15 at Ulta! This product is a must have.

                              



Sunday, August 6, 2017

About me

Hi Everyone!
My name is Alexa and I am 21 years old. I am a senior at CU Boulder and studying English and Political Science. I am a complete politics nerd and love political debates, I will also (most likely) correct your grammar somewhere along the way too. After I receive my bachelors degree, I'd like to go to law school. My dream is to be a lawyer by day and a fashionista by night. I am engaged to my sweet fiancé, Craig, whom I've been with for 5 years! We are getting married December 28th, 2017 and we couldn't be more excited! Aside from education and my relationship, I am a total girly girl. I live for beauty and fashion! I am always doing some sort of online shopping for the latest trends, checking Sephora or Ulta for the best deals and surfing Pinterest for some style inspo. You could say I am pretty obsessed.

I first discovered high end make up and amazing fashion after I got my Pinterest account along with watching youtube beauty vloggers. Since then, I have always made it a priority in my life! I think its just so incredibly fun! My hopes for this blog is to inspire others and share my passions with anyone who views my posts! I just want to have fun with this and share more of my life with others. I'd also love to here feedback on my content or what you'd like to see!

Xo,
Alexa