Nothing has made me happier than the fact that I have been able to travel again. I just made it home from a family trip to Scottsdale and have a few planned for later this year. One big thing I've learned over the years is spending a little time getting organized before traveling can really help cut down on travel stress! Something that really helps, especially when traveling by plane, is to have
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Beauty Splurge Must Haves
Trying new beauty products is one of my favorite things. There are so many new ones that come out and I love finding new ones that I love. One thing that is important to figure out is what is effective and what isn't. In many cases, some of the best products have a larger price tag. Luxury products have nicer textures, more effective ingredients and better scents. But what is misleading is that
Plane Beauty Routine
Traveling, in any form, can wreak havoc on your hair and skin. Air travel can take a particularly big toll on everything. The dry, recycled plane air dries my skin out and even can cause me to break out. Who wants to start a vacation with skin issues? When I'm on longer flights, I like to use the flight to do some skincare. While I don't go thru my entire skincare routine there are a few things I
Top Sephora Products
Don't we all love a sale? It is even better when it is somewhere like Sephora! While some brands have sales time to time, beauty products can be hard to find on sale. It can be a bit overwhelming to know where to start, so I've put together a post of my top Sephora products.
I love the use the Sephora sale as a time to stock up on items I love and use all the time. You'll see in my picks below
5 Best Medium Coverage Foundations For Dry Skin
Just like skin care, there isn't a one-size-fits-all when it comes to foundations. Several factors go into finding the perfect foundation. Foundations come in all types of coverage levels and haven't different ingredients that offer different results. Each skin type has its own needs in a formulation and finding the right foundation for dry skin can be a bit of a challenge. But the right
How To Clean Your Makeup Brushes
Earlier this week I posted about Spring cleaning your skincare routine (see here). It reminded me that not only are the products you use in your skincare or makeup routine important but so are the brushes! When is the last time that you properly cleaned your brushes? If you are like me, it is probably longer than you care to admit. In today's post I'm going to share how to clean your makeup
The Ordinary Peeling Solution Review
In my constant search for the best beauty products for my skin (see my current routine here) I have recently started trying some products from the brand The Ordinary. When I started researching the brand, I learned their mission is to “raise pricing and communication integrity in skincare.” They want to bring high quality, science backed ingredients to customers. Because of their commitment to
A Quick Daily Make Up Routine
Most of us don't have a lot of time to get ready every morning. Even if we did, a quick make up routine saves us time for more important things, like sleep! On a daily basis, I want to look put together and polished while highlighting my features. After some trial and error I have come up with what works for me and gets me out the door quick. So today I am sharing a quick daily make up
Best Red Lipsticks for Pale Skin
I have a serious passion for lipstick, it is my absolute favorite beauty item! And I truly believe there isn't a better beauty look than red lipstick! With the right shade, every single skin tone can wear a red lip! Not only does it make a statement but the color makes your whole face light up. If you have pale skin, as I do, red lipstick can add color and bring out your cheek color too. If your
Beauty Counter Brightening Oil Review
I first posted about Beauty Counter Brightening Oil almost 4 years ago, after using it for about 6 months. I loved it then and it is still my number one skincare item! So I love love love this oil! It's the one item I suggest to everyone anytime I talk skincare. I would bathe in it if I could afford to fill a bathtub with the oil. lol. No matter what is going on with my skin, this oil is part of
15 Cold Weather Skin Care Tips
As much as I love the change of seasons it can really wreak havoc on your skin. Winter weather, indoor heating, and cold dry air all mess with our skin's natural barrier and can cause a ton of problems. during the winter months. If you have sensitive skin, you can be especially effected by it. Dryness, flaking, eczema flare up, and chafing are just a few of the issues. Taking care of your skin
My Top Face Masks
I love talking about skincare, I have plenty of posts on it. I try to apply a face mask at least once a week. I change up which ones I use based on my skin concern at the moment. Below are some of my top face masks that I rely on. They all help with different concerns. Some are for breakouts, some work to add moisture and others exfoliate or detox my skin.
The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2%
I’m Kara, a 30-something living in Oklahoma City. I’ve always had a passion for fashion and beauty and like to make it approachable for everyone!