OOTD: Birthday Glam

Last Thursday I celebrated my 25th birthday and since my birthday was somewhat in the middle of the week, I ended up celebrating it that week. I was meaning to get a few pictures of my outfit but with all the rushing and being extremely tired once I made it home, I couldn't bring myself to do so. So here is a snapshot of my outfit and makeup, minus me.

MUFE Concealer sample in #18 and MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Deep Dark (face),

Wet n Wild Comfort Palette (eyes), Sugar Kisses in Rose (lips)

The Big 25!

 I can't believe today I turned the big 2-5! Although my birthday didn't go as I planned, I am thankful to see a new day and to be a year older.

Hope you all are enjoying the rest of your week and looking forward to the weekend.

Review: Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Lotion Sunscreen

Being of an African American decent, most people wouldn't think sun protection is really important for us, however, skin cancer/diseases doesn't discriminate and it is highly important that we too, important our skin. Since I haven't found a skin screen that I absolutely love, I was a little nervous but excited when I received this one in my Influenster Summer VoxBox. Here are my thoughts...

 

Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration™ Lotion Sunscreen SPF 30
Also available in SPF 12, 30, 50!

Claims: With its ultra-luxurious hydrating silk ribbons, Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration™ lotion sunscreen nourishes and pampers skin while providing broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection, and 12-hour moisturization when out in the sun.

Where to Buy
You can find Hawaiian Tropic products at most major retailers.
Suggested retail price: $8.99 for a 6oz bottle

My Thoughts
The first thing I noticed when I opened the bottle was the scent! Although I can't quite put my finger on what it smells like, it was really refreshing and summery. Granted the scent can tend to be heavy when you first put it on (think perfume lotion), it doesn't bother me. It really calm down and leaves a light scent throughout the day. I love that this sunscreen isn't like other popular brands out there. It goes on creamy like lotion and feels great on your skin. It isn't greasy and doesn't leave a cast on your skin. Very lightweight without sacrificing coverage and moisturizing! Leaves your skin soft all day.

Bottom line: Is it worth the money? Yes. Will you buy it again? Definitely! 

Rating: 5 out of 5!

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Disclaimer: I received these products to test for free through the Influenster VoxBox program. To find out how you can be apart of this program, visit their website at Influenster.com

Room Makeover feat. Istagram

So I have been biting by the diy (do it yourself) bug and have went crazy making over my room. Here are some of the things I have been working on from the past week or so.

1. Sunbrust Mirror. Plan on making 3 more for my room. This one is in the dinning room.
2. Plush inspired headboard...this picture does not do the headboard justice! It looks so good, if I must say so myself!!
3. Wall panels
4. Stained night stand and drawers
5. More stained drawers
6. Canopy
7. Headboard and canopy with special guest
8. Me and my best friend, my drill :)

Influenster Summer Beauty VoxBox 2012

Hey everyone! Hope you're weekend is going well. Just wanted to come in real quickly and share with you all my second Influenster VoxBox. I'll be back with reviews on the items once I have a chance to test them out.

What was included in the box?
1. Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration Lotion Sunscreen SPF 30
2. Tampax and Always Radiant Collection
3. Quaker Soft Baked Bar in Banana Nut Bread
4. Sally Hansen Magnetic Nail Color
5. Sally Hansen Nails and Cuticles Hand Creme

Disclaimer: I received these products to test for free through the Influenster VoxBox program. To find out how you can be apart of this program, visit their website at Influenster.com

Revisit: No. 7 No Shine Primer

It has been a while since I last made a post and boy has a lot of things happened since I have been gone. Maybe I will write a post about it later. Hope things is going well for you all.

For the past few weeks, I have been giving the No. 7 No Shine Primer another try and I can honestly say that I actually like it now. Although I haven't used it with foundation since the review, the primer has cut down the shine that I would normally would have when I decide to wear blush and has worked well with my eye shadow primer. I have visible pores on my cheeks and without the primer my cheeks would be so oily within a hour or so. Maybe the purchase of this primer was worth it after all.

What are some of the things that you use to reduce shine and control oily skin?

Quote of the Day

Happy Hump day everyone!

Hope you enjoy the rest of the week!