40 Beauty Questions

Skincare:

How many times do you wash your face daily? Once during my shower. 

What skin type do you have? (dry,oily,combo) Oily

What is your current facial wash? Garnier Gel Brusher cleanser

Do you exfoliate? No. 

What brand do you use? --

What moisturiser do you use? Benefit's Total Moisture 

Do you have freckles? Yes I sure do. 

Do you use eye cream? Benefit's It's Potent eye cream. 

Do you or did you have acne prone skin? I do, mostly when my brushes need to be cleaned or I don't wash my face good enough after I workout. 

Did you ever have to use Pro-activ? No

Makeup:

What foundation do you use? I don't use foundation. :( 

How about concealer? Rimmel's Match Perfection, and Neutrogena Healthy Skin

Do you know your undertone colour? No

What do you think of fake eyelashes? Requires too much time in the morning. 

Did you know that you are suppose to change your mascara every 3 months? I sure did

What brand of mascara do you use? I'm not brand specific. I use every brand as long as It appeals to me. 

Sephora or MAC? Sephora has a lot of brands. Or are you talking about the brand Sephora? If you're talking about the brand Sephora, I'd go with MAC. If not, then the store Sephora. 

Do you have a MAC Pro-card? Nope

What makeup tools do you use in make up application? I don't like this question. Not specific enough. 

Do you use make-up base/primer for the eyes? E.l.f Eyelid Primer. All day. 

For the face? Porefessional by Benefit. 

What is your favourite eyeshadow (color or shade)? Toasted in the Original Naked Palette 

Do you use pencil or liquid eyeliner? Pen. Revlon Colorstay. 

How often do you poke your eyes with an eyeliner pencil? I haven't yet. But I'm sure I will tomorrow. 

What do you think of pigment eyeshadows? Cool Man. 

Do you use mineral makeup? Nope. 

What is your favourite lipstick? Plumful by MAC

How about lipgloss? Coralista by Benefit 

What is your favorite blush to use? Melba by MAC

Do you buy your makeup on eBay? No. I think there are way too many fakes for me to try to decipher the real ones. 

Do you like drugstore makeup? Yes

Do you go to CCO's? (cosmetic company outlets) No

Did you ever consider taking make-up classes? No 

Are you clumsy in putting on makeup? I wouldn't say clumsy, I'd say more lazy. 

Name a makeup crime that you hate? Way too much blush. Yo--TONE IT DOWN 

Do you like colourful shades of makeup (lipstick,eyeshadow) or neutral ones? Neutral

Which celebrity always has great make up? I have no idea. 

If you could leave the house using just ONE make up item,what would you use? Concealer. 

Could you ever leave the house without any makeup on? Yes, everyday. 

Do you think you look good even without any makeup on? Yes. 

In your opinion, what is the BEST makeup line? Benefit

What do you think of Makeup? Makeup is meant to enhance your beauty. It won't create it. You need to believe that you are beautiful without it to fully get it. 

Fun fact. This post has been in my drafts since the beginning of 2012. Yay me for finally getting around to filling it out! :) 

Also, I have not figured out how to reply to comments in the comments below. If you comment, I will comment back. You'll just have to check back because it won't allow me to reply directly. 

Nails of the week: Sonia Kashuk's Tauped

 

Cue awkward hand holding of the nail polish. I haven't actually painted my nails in months, and I mean months. I kept getting the worst nail polish that would chip almost instantly and that turned me off nail polish. I've had this one for a while--it got packed in Hawaii, and I love the color. When I went to paint my nails I wanted a pure nude color and this is the only neutral shade that I had so I settled. Well, settling was the best decision I've made this week because I love the color. The staying color is great as well. I used Sally Hansen's double duty for a top coat. I have been wearing it for 4 days now and I only have minimal chipping. A lot of it happens in the shower or while I am washing dishes--we have no dishwasher, yuck I know-- but if I compare it to a lot of my other nail polishes this one takes the cake. 

I have used instadri but that one creates a lot of bubbles on the nails and that just irritates me so I stopped using it near the end of the bottle, just threw it away. I won't be buying another one either. I'd say the picture is pretty close to the real thing. I love the color. It's suitable for everyday wear, pretty professional, and not off putting or too in your face. 

The one complaint I do have is the bottle is a defective one. The brush is crooked, it comes out of the lid at about a 45 degree angle. I have to force it into the bottle. I easily could of returned it to the Target I bought it from and got another, but it's not that big of a deal. It makes applying it a little awkward at times but I can still apply it pretty well.

EDIT: 1/27/2014 

I applied the polish on the 17th, and I took it off on the 26th. There were two chipped nails, and most had the top rubbed away with little teeny chip marks. So overall I'd say it did amazing. Almost 10 days without any huge chips.

What color is on your nails right now?

I landed an interview and then landed a job.

 

I have probably applied to at least 100 places since I moved to Cali a month and a half ago. I have heard back from 4 by email saying something along the lines of "we appreciate you taking the time out to apply, but unfortunately you suck and you won't be getting the job" I'm just kidding, companies would never say that; but it's kind of how it feels to be rejected by email, youknow? I mean, I appreciate it completely because then I know not to hold my breath about that job, but it still kind of sucks. I also applied for companies that I have worked for before and they were the ones to call for an interview--of course-- and hell yeah because I know how to do that job and that's easier for me. I interviewed at one and the shift wouldn't work for me, but they really wanted me to apply for the part-time position, I'm not looking for part-time. The second person called me on Friday, had an interview yesterday, and they told me today that I got the job! I go in tomorrow for all the paperwork and stuff, but I am now feeling a little bit better about myself. 

I really needed a pick me up. Honestly, I really did. 

I'm not one to let my husband handle all the bills and right now we are drowning in them, this blog will not suffer because I have discovered Bloglovin'--details on that in another post-- and now that I don't have to write about only one thing I feel more into it and I love writing. I'm getting positive feedback on my blog and even though it's small, I still love it. I'm feeling like I can go places with it and connect with people. Anyway, I digress. I have a job now and I'm really happy about it. I don't know when I start yet, BUT I can still be happy about it! :) and besides getting out of this house for a few hours a day would be a breath of fresh air.

Things my new supervisors said about me that told them they needed me:

-High energy

-Great attitude

-Positive attitude

-I talked highly about my strengths, but did not hide my weaknesses

-I love to talk, straight up love to talk.

First Impressions: Yuko Anti-Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner

I received this sample in one of my many beauty boxes that I was subscribed to at one point. I really never tried any of the products so they have been just sitting since I received them. I spent all the money, so I have to try them out right? The Yuko Anti-Frizz shampoo and conditioner was the lucky first product that I have to try out. I used them this morning right after I finished my workout. I have extremely curly hair that tends to be very dry and frizzy so naturally this would be a great product for me to try.

Motivational Wednesday #5 & December 18th LEG DAY;

Since another year is coming to an end, many many thousands of people are going to wish to get fit, lose weight, eat healthy, etc. for their New Year resolution. Of course, only a few people will actually stick with it and do it. Now, a lot of people fall of the bandwagon because either they believe it will happen in one day or they start too drastically(i.e.. going out and running 5 miles in one day, completely cutting out caffeine) and so they quit.

Everything is a work in progress, but this quote says a few things: think about what you eat, work for what you've always wanted, you have control over your own body. Generally food that I crave, like McDonalds, will make me feel really crappy soon after I eat it. But when I crave a salad it never makes me feel bad after I eat it and that was a realization that I had to make on my own; and I do still eat McDonalds every once in a while because their fries are just so good. It's just not nearly as much as I used too.

Also junk food is just fluff calories, not good calories, not filling calories.

Motivation Wednesday #3

Hey! I'm happily settled into the hotel now and I saw this on tumblr, and this is my motivation for this Wednesday! I like this one because it's not just motivation for working out or staying fit. It's motivation for life in general. The last one is incredibly important and that's the one that means the most. In fact, that's the reason for it being my MW--motivation Wednesday-- because it's that important. Just try your best and believe me, your best is good enough. 


Your best will get better in time. Just keep trying your best and you will achieve your goal.




Sorry this is so late! I've been stressing out trying to find a house and such here. :) Follow me on Twitter and Instagram to keep up on my daily life!

I'm moving!

Hey guys!! I'm moving! Right now as you read this, I'm somewhere in the country without any internet access. We're going to be tackling about 3000 miles in just a few days. Then we'll be settled in a hotel and I'll start posting again from there! Exciting part is new home interior posts. I'm a huge interior design buff. Are you excited? I'm excited.

Follow my instagram--linked on top. For pictures of my journey. Also they will be uploaded to my Twitter as well-- also linked on top. 

See you soon guys!! 

Picture used in this post is the view from my apartment. Lovely fall view. 

Motivation Wednesday #2

This one is special to me because it was what got me outside everyday when I lived in Hawaii. I printed it and posted it on the wall right next to my bed. It's true every time you push your body it is worth it. Every line in this I cannot disagree with. All you gotta do is just keep at it. It's not easy nor is it a quick fix. It requires dedication and motivation. But do it for you. Nobody else.


See you guys next time!!

December Wishlist!

Links for all items pictured will be at the bottom of this post. 

I've been drooling over a nice pair of boots, all these people I see have these great boots. My big thing is I'm 5'10" and I don't feel the need to be any taller. Most boots on say JustFab, they all have a pretty big heel on them, the ones that I would like anyway. I'm not that much into heels I want a nice pair of flat boots. I found three that I really like two at h&m and one at Guess. The ones from Guess are a nice pair of combat boots, and what girl doesn't need a good pair of combat boots? Listed on Guess.com they are $129, but I also found them at Macy's for $99. The other two pair of boots are from h&m and they're the same boot, just different colors. These are a more casual pair of boots. Listed for $69.50 These are also knee high, and the combat boots are a little above the ankle.

The next item is a scarf, it's a tube scarf. But I honestly just really like the print it's a nice delicate little floral. Really feminine scarf and I love it and it's only $2.95.

OCC lip tar value set from Sephora. It contains 5 different colors of lip tars. Colors are as listed from Sephora: Vintage (deep burgundy), Stalker (true blue based red), Melange (terracotta neutral), Grandma (classic coral), Ophelia (basic ladylike pink). Of course I've heard all the hype on the lip tars and I have one in my collection, but I'm not a fan of the color. This would be a good variety to start out with. $49

Tips for running during cold weather;

So I went out and I got some cold weather gear today and I thought that maybe some people would be just as unmotivated to get out in the weather as I was. So I put together a list of things that I find important when you go out this season. They are not in a particular order.

Motivation Wednesday #1

So I saw this on Pinterest today; and I really thought about it. This is about 95% true. Thinking that you can't do it or won't do it is all in your head. But the 5% is knowing when pushing your body any further is going to do more harm than good. You shouldn't just jump up one day and run 5 miles, take it slow, but push yourself. You know your limits, you'll know when something isn't right. But don't give up! You'll get stronger! Don't listen to your head saying you can't do it!

Also getting yourself off that couch or chair or bed; is mental. You won't do it if you're telling yourself you can just do it in an hour or tomorrow, that hour won't ever come. Get up and do something now!

Did you actually get up and do something?

Cause I did! :)


Hope you enjoyed today!

First Impression: Rocket Volum' Express Mascara

Source

I picked this mascara up months ago, and never even opened the package until about a week ago. Then this morning I decided to actually use it--ha, anyone else have this problem? buying things then not using them forever??-- and do a first impression on it. I haven't used many different kinds of mascara, I usually just stick to my favorites and not branch out in anyway--I used Benefit's They're real for 6 months straight for example-- but I really liked the packaging. I hadn't heard anything about it and was in a buying mood so I just bought it. I believe it was around 8 dollars.  Anyways, 

Missing my babies

Have you ever run a busy household and then suddenly it all stop? That's how I feel right now,  and have been feeling for the passed few months. I saw the original post on instagram--which was a repost-- and all the sudden it hit me. I miss my babies. I have three pets. Have any of you lived with three pets? I bet some of you have. I have two large dogs---Rogue, a seven year old black lab mix and Le'a, a 2 year old hound mix-- and a cat-- Ratchet, she's two--. I was living where something is always going on.

Okay. Let me throw a disclaimer in here, I don't have kids, but yea I understand that it would be more difficult with kids. But right now, these are my kids.

I've been without them since July 16th, when we drove to Virginia. We left them with family so they are being taking care of, but I miss them. Missing that greeting at the front door, or --I never thought I'd say this-- but the rushing home after work to make sure the dogs go out to do their business.  I miss not being able to do whatever I wanted because I got dogs at home who wouldn't last 9+ hours without me. I just miss them. Their energy and being an everlasting animal lover, its super hard to live without animals.

And, they're super cute.

Ever feel like that?

My Running Shoes: Mizuno Wave Precision 13.

All images used in this blog post are from Google, they're not mine.

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After my horrible experience with the Nike Free's, I decided I was not going to choose Nike again. Read about my experience here. The shoes I decided on were the Mizuno Wave Precision 13. 

November 8th;

First time use: Soap & Glory's Sit Tight

Posting on my phone again because my hubs has the computer!  I just finished my workout and I was looking at my legs when I got out of the shower and I thought they could use a little help. I remembered I bought this awhile ago and thought what a good time to use it.

If you don't know what this product is; its a firming lotion that is targeted at people who sit down for most of the day. Its supposed to work with the heat of your legs on the chair, couch etc to firm up your legs.

The application is smooth and easy; twist the top from off to on, squeeze and roll on the area you would like to firm. I used it on my thighs and glutes. About a minute later I had a cooling feeling on the area. Not so much on my glutes, mostly on my thighs. I waited about 10 minutes to put my pants on and now that they're on and I'm sitting,  that cooling sensation has changed to a cooling heat. Its odd, its not so hot that its uncomfortable but its noticeable. 

Sephora says it takes about 4 weeks to see results. I'll keep you guys updated on how it goes.

Benefit Facial Moisturizers!

Have you been looking for a good moisturizer? or night cream? or eye cream? These three products have worked for me. I've been using them consistently for the passed year. I purchased the whole line of benefit b.right line including the face wash, scrub, remover. These three are my favorites. They are the Facial emulsion, the eye cream, and the total moisture facial cream.

Things I miss about Hawaii- PHOTO HEAVY

It's almost been a month since I moved away from Hawaii. I lived there for a reasonable amount of time. Got into a rhythm. It was the first place I had lived without my mom and with my husband so Hawaii was pretty big for me. I worked the entire time I lived there so I do miss that too especially my co workers and my friends. Those won't be pictured though. :) onto it!

Shopping the stash!

A couple of posts ago I didn't know how much makeup I would be bringing with me on my trip, well I brought all of it. Hah, I just couldn't leave any of it behind. To justify bringing it all, I shopped my stash. If you don't know what that is; it's getting out of the comfort zone and using products that you don't use on a daily basis. I cheated though used my regulars which are Rimmel stay matte and the revlon color stay eyeliner.

Jillian Michaels: Extreme Shed and Shred.

Since my last post; I have driven across the country to Virginia and am now staying in a hotel. Let me just say that the stress of moving is the worst. My headaches were related to a Sinus infection but I feel like if I wasn't so stressed it wouldn't of affected me like that. We got to Virginia yesterday and we have already applied for an apartment. Lucky that a lot of places around here are open on Sunday's. In Washington most places like that aren't open on Sunday's. 

I was so busy moving that I didn't run or workout for weeks. I did two of my 4.5 mile hikes but that wasn't enough. Also I've been eating a whole bunch of junk food on the road so my body has just hated me. I was halfway to clean eating and then I just threw all that to the wind. I have gained about 10 pounds and since I knew that I would be having a lot of time on my hands enter a new workout dvd.