September Fav!

***drum rolls*** goes to NYX mega shine lip gloss in beige.  Don't let the colour name fool you.  This gloss is the most flattering high sheen neutral pink gloss.  The only thing my lips wanted last month.  Quick, easy, and just what my lips needed for that extra oomph. The perfect my lips but better gloss that takes 1 swipe and smells delicious too!  Bonus!!

Daily Randomness: 

-yesssss boot season is finally here!!  The temperature dropped again this weekend!  I finally got to wear my Steve Maddens!

-awwe nothing beats Sunday morning breakfast in bed!  Thanks Mr!  You really rock my world!

-caught my first salmon of the year! Holy crows! It was hard work to land that sucker!  I think I lost 10lbs yesterday!

-photo credit goes to: http://www.drugstore.com/nyx-mega-shine-lip-gloss-beige-pink/qxp466022

July fav!

There's no question about it ...Ready, Set GORGEOUS foundation takes the cake.  It was literally love at first application.  It goes on smooth, blends easily, feels light on and leaves me matte. Love it! On the weekends I slap on one layer for a more fresh look and on the week days I apply two layers for a more polished look.  It is so versatile and looks amazing on especially with the coordinating powder.  I am truly impressed.  Hands down the best drug store foundation I have ever come across.  If you are a grease monster like myself, what are you waiting for?  You need this in your life!!

Daily Randomness:

 -I'm addicted to Naked and Afraid.  I'm inspired!  Totally going to try to make fire using the bow drill this weekend! 

-I'm free from the witch!! I've been in work hell for the last few months and today I'm free. New work day rocks!! 

-what a view!  The Mr and I are trying really hard to keep up with our work out routine.  Check out the view from our hike today! Gorg!   

-Ready, Set GORGEOUS foundation photo credit : Covergirl Instagram 

May favs!

I'm joining the favorites band wagon!  I know ... it's the middle of June but the truth is i started this post at the end of May but somehow got distracted.  I blame my staycation!  Instead of listing every favorite item for the month I thought i would keep it short and sweet.   This month's favorite item goes to the bareMinerals Matte face powder.  This stuff is AMAZING!  Trust me i don't use that word lightly.  I have been hunting to find a face power that will mattify yet not look cakey.  This stuff is the answer. The powder is so fine that it blends like a dream.  It holds up pretty much the entire day.  I still have to blot ... but less often when using this powder. If you are an oily monster like myself this item needs to be added to your "to try" list.  If you are less oily and more on the dry side i would recommend you try the original version.  It has more of an luminous finish.

I purchased my bareMinenerals Matte face powder at Sephora for $34.  Well worth every penny!

Daily randomness:

-I went to Target to return an item and ended up leaving the store with 2 bags of goodies!  My favourite purchase being their conversational printed cardigans.  I'm rocking one today!  They make me smile!

-arrrrgggg .. is it Friday yet?  Been one of those kinds of days!  

Beauty Favs: Bronzers!

My go to bronzer is Cover Girl pressed powder in Soft Honey.  One of my beauty secrets *wink *wink!  Many many years ago, in my teenage years I picked this shade up by mistake.  At the time I was pretty pissed.   I just spent half my allowance on a powder that was 2 shades too dark.  Little did I know It was going to be the best makeup mistake ever.  Hands down, this is the best affordable bronzer I have ever come across.  It is perfect matte brown, soft, blendable and uber affordable.  This has been my go to contouring bronzer since the 90's. 

My second go to bronzer is Benefit's Hoola.  Recently discovered and well appreciated.  I use Hoola on more natural makeup days.  On days where I just need a fleck of colour.  This bronzer is well worth the Youtube hype!  Jspot approved!!

Daily Randomness:

-last weeked the Mr and I took a road trip to our country's capital.  Ottawa is stunning!!

-going through tv withdrawal.  There's nothing on tv anymore :( Summer tv is underentertaining! 

-addicted to sephora online shopping!!  More goodies in the mail and on its way :)

-I'm off to enjoy the sun now ....

Current Fav: Wet N Wild’s Walking on Eggshells

My current fav eyeshadow palette goes to Wet N Wild’s Walkingon Eggshells!  The best $3.99 I’ve ever spent!  Wowzers!  I am truly amazed with this palette.  I picked this palette up 2 months ago while I was grocery shopping at RCSS and have been wearing it every day since.  The shadows are creamy, pigmented, glide on smoothly not to mention blend like a dream.  

PS: dupe alert!!  According to fellow bloggers the shadows in this palette are dupes for Mac shadows. 

Daily Randomness:

-rocking my new fav kicks today! $10 bucks!! Gotta love affordable fashion.  Thanks Wal-Mart!

-addicted to One Tree Hill.  Seriously, the best series ever!

-addicted to the Mr.  He truly is my better half.  Loves him to death!! 

Fav summer blush: Milani Luminoso baked blush

OMG ... I am so in love with this blush!  It's amazing! This blush has been getting great reviews lately and so I decided to pick one up last month.  I picked mine up at Wal-mart for under $10. 

And it's true ... it's perfect! A true gem.  It is the perfect shade of peach with just the amount of sheen.  It goes on smooth, blends easily and lasts all day. It feels so luxurious!  Great job Milani!  I am so impressed! I will definitely be checking out the other shades.

Daily Randomness:

-ahh gotta love April showers!  I've been eyeing a pair of Hunters ... should I? 

-Last month i placed an order on HauteLook and it is still in transit ... WTF!

-Oh...  i have been so inspired to shop! I've picked up a few great pieces at Smart Set this season.  

I've been loving the cropped sweater look! One of my fav pieces is the cropped mesh sweater (inserted below) in grey.  I pair it over my washed denim blouse!  Love love!

Don't forget to redeem your savings pass if you recieved one!  You have until May 11th!

Beauty Fav: Kiss #2 eyelashes

My ultimate hands down favorite lashes are the Kiss #2's!!  Sometimes i feel these lashes were made just for my eyes!  The band length is bang on! (no trimming needed).  The lash length is perfect; they are not too long, not too short just .... Perfect!  They take less then two minutes to apply and they are super cheap!!  I can wear the lashes multiple times with no issues.

 I always purchase my lashes at Wal-Mart for $6 and change.  Definitely add these on your must try list gals!!

Daily Randomness:
-OMG my Cool Haan's are the most comfortable pair of pumps i have ever owned!  I am in shoe heaven today!
-My Sephora order is on route ... eeek can't wait for my goodies.  Sephora is having a 15% off sale right now.  Use promo code TICKET to get yours
-Ahhhh spring is here!  It's 14 degrees outside today!! Yah!!

She's empty: Philosophy Purity Cleanser

She's empty!!  Last year as I was going through my AA faze (that's adult acne :) ) I discovered Philosophy's Purity facial cleanser.  It has been a life altering, pimple clearing miracle.  It is light, gentle, removes all my make up without drying out my skin. It has become a staple in my bathroom.  Already have repurchased this as I simply cannot live without it. I also picked up a few other goodies :) I seem to have a problem with leaving Sephora with only 1 item!  The closest Sephora is 45mins away from me so if I am making the trip out I figure I have to make the most of it!  Reviews/ thoughts on the other items will be posted shortly. 

 Purity can be purchased at Sephora or HBC $26.  Trust me gals ... If you haven't tried this and looking for that miracle facial cleanser I urge you to head over to Sephora and get yourself a sample!

Daily Randomness:

-omg .... I found a nut free protein bar!!!! I have been searching for one of these for years ..... I am soooo exited !!

-my accent wallpaper wall looks amazing!  It definitely was a lot harder than I imagined.  Who would have thought home decorating would be so hard!!

What's New: L'oreal Studio Silk & Gloss fixing spray

One word : Love! 

I have been using John Frieda's Sheer Blonde hairspray for years and have now fallen in love with L'oreal's new fixing spray.  As many of you know I am not a blonde but it was the only hairspray at the time that did not leave a white residue until now!!!!

Pros:

-Does not leave white residue (I have black hair and really hate sporting the dandruff look!)

-Gives my hair a silky shine (just the right amount of sheen - not greasy looking)

-flexible hold!!! (I still get a bounce)

-the lid is attached to the bottle!!!! Bonus points!! No more missing caps!

- super affordable! (I picked mine up at shoppers drug mart for under $6)

Cons:

-none except ... It needs to come in a travel size bottle!  

Ladies definitely add this to your "must try" list.  You will not be disappointed!!

Daily Randomness:

-Ahhh.. The sun is out.  The snow has melted.  Spring is in the air!!! Check out my new rain kicks!! I'm ready for April showers!!!

-can't wait to watch Chicago Fire tonight!  Best show ever!!

Beauty Favs: Mac's All that Glitters

One of my all time fav beauty item is Mac’s All that Glitters eyeshadow.  It is the one thing that I believe is definitely worth the money.  I have gone through countless pots over the years and will continue to as I absolutely love this eyeshadow.  It goes on smooth, works with every outfit no matter what the occasion. Definetely check this shade out if you haven't already!

Daily Randomness:
-DYI home 101 project is not going well.  The spare bedroom still looks like a junkyard ..eeek!
-I'm not sure if i am loving the new grey walls in my bedroom.  The Mr is definely going to kill me.  It took us 3 days to paint the room!
-ahhhh... with the new 9-5 gig i feel like time is just flying by.  I have no "me" time anymore :(
-ohhh if you are looking to try the L'oreal Youth Code line ... head over to the superstore.  I beleive they are 40% off or some where around there.  I picked up the Pore Vanisher primer for $12!!

Products worth the hype: Sigma F80

Two words - Hell yes!!  The Sigma F80 flat top kabuki brush is worth the hype.  It is amazing.  It blends like a dream.  My foundation looks amazing ... flawless ... just freaken awesome! The brush retails for $21 USD and is worth every penny.  Right now Sigma is running a $5 off promotion.  See coupon code below if you are interested.  Hurry promo ends Feb 21st!

Daily randomness:
-not looking forward to the rain showers this afternoon.  This will make for a long commute home.
-yah! rrrroll up the rim to win is back at Timmy's
-is it Friday yet?

-i heart this photo!

Beauty favs: Clean and Clear Oil Absorbing sheets

Being the grease ball that i am ... this is one product i cannot live without. It removes the excess shine from my face and make me look fabulous all day long! I came across this fabulous deal and had to share.  Time to stock up!!

http://www.cleanandclear.ca/sites/default/files/pdf/CleanandClear_$3_Coupon.pdf

Daily Randomness:

-RRRrrroar ..... just one of those days today. You know what i mean?

-I just discovered audio books and love them!  They are my cure to insomnia!

-I really wish i downloaded the Flappy Bird app :(

Beauty Favs: Batiste dry shampoo Dark

I've tried my fair share of dry shampoos and trust me when I say ... this is the best dry shampoo ever!! Most dry shampoos leave a white residue in my hair thus defeating the purpose.  This little guy goes on dark, absorbs oil and allows me to wear 2nd / 3rd day hair!  I love it!!  

Daily randomness:

-it's 10:30am and I don't feel like getting out of bed!

-excited to try a new foundation from the Artistry make up line today

-holy Cheetos I have zits!  Wtf!!