Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab – Whimsical Scents for Literary Lovers

Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab. AKA, the reason why I've spent hundreds of $$$ on perfume. Granted, that's over the course of several years so I don't feel too guilty. This amazing company sells hand-blended perfume oils that are cruelty free and ethically made. Perfume oils are different from traditional perfumes, because they have a base of …

How To Get Mega Volume Waves In 10 Minutes! (Feat. Jose Eber Trio Clipless Curler)

Summer's here. It's pretty damn hot. Nobody wants to spend an hour curling their hair in the summer, sweat dripping down their neck, totally miserable. I mean, unless you stand in front of an open freezer door. If you can afford the electric bill, hey, go for it! Or, if you are like me, maybe …

Tarte Pro Glow Liquid Highlighter in ” Exposed” (Review + Swatch)

Remember when I said a couple weeks ago that I have a serious highlighter addiction? Well this Tarteist Pro Glow Liquid Highlighter is only throwing fuel on the fire! I received it in a Boxycharm a couple months ago, but I wanted to wait to test it until I used up at least one of …

Create a Gorgeous Glow With E.L.F. Shimmer Palette [Review and Swatches]

I have a guilty little secret: I'm a highlight hoarder. I didn't even use highlight as part of my daily makeup routine a few years ago, but now I have a whole drawer stuffed full of them! There's something seriously addictive about getting the perfect glow. Well, today I'm feeding my own addiction and reviewing …

Etsy Find: Nightshade Cosmetics LipCrete [Review + Swatches]

I've always wanted to buy more makeup from Etsy to support small business owners, but it can sometimes be tricky. I've had issues in the past with orders taking forever to arrive, or the makeup just being private-label products. It's disheartening to pay more on makeup than you would normally spend, just to find out …

My Favorite Face Oils for Combination Skin

Hello friends! It's great to be back on my blog. In the last month and a half, I've moved twice and gone out of the country - so I've been a busy bee. Everything is settling down, and I finally have time to write! My skin has gone through a lot of changes over the …

One Month on Curology Acne Treatment

Hello friends! Those of you who have been reading my blog for a while know that I struggle with acne. Cystic acne, in particular. You know, those huge, hard inflamed lumps under the skin that are impossible to pop and linger for weeks... They feel like painful marbles under my face, and I HATE them. …

My Favorite Summer Lip Products

Hello friends! I know summer doesn't officially start until June 20th, but this 90 degree Florida weather has me raiding my lippies drawer for summer shades. These are some of my favorites for this time of year! First up, we have Covergirl's Melting Pout Gel Liquid Lipstick in the shade Gelebrate ($6.99). Click here to …

Holy Grail Hair Repair: Pantene Overnight Repair Serum

Three years ago, after a very bad breakup, I decided that the only way to truly move on was to dye my hair blonde. And, being an 18 year old nugget wise in the ways of the world, I knew that I could take matters into my own hands. Why go to a salon and …

Holy Grail Foundation for Oily Skin: Too Faced “Born This Way”

Let me start this off by saying: I am a makeup fanatic. I watch beauty guru Youtube videos as I eat breakfast, do my face up every day, and am always on the lookout for new products to try. However, it can be frustrating trying out cool new products, when so many of them clash …