Twenty6: Magic Potion

I wish I could say that I don't even have to wash my face at night to have perfect skin.. But the truth is I could wash my face a million times a day and still have bad skin. It's funny since my Mother has PERFECT skin (She's fifty-something and still has amazzzzzinngggg skin), perfect vision, and is tall, while my Father is shorter than my Mom, wears glasses ten sheets of paper thick, and has terrible skin. And guess who's genes I was blessed with? Thanks Daddy-o...

Anyway, since I have been to college, its really been an up and down roller-coaster with my skin. One of my worst moments was my trip to Korea in May. I wasn't used to the pollution and water, therefore I broke out like I had never before and I wasn't even prepared to battle it since my skin had been doing well prior to the trip. The worst part was I knew it wasn't going to disappear into thin air when I returned back to my normal environment.

My sister moved back a month after my return and I started adapting to her skin-care routine. She raved and raved about this brown sugar and extra virgin olive oil mixture and now I'm raving! It left my skin moisturized, exfoliated, and improved my skin radically. I ran out earlier this school year and was too lazy to make more, but since my skin has gone a little crazy in the past week, I definitely will be using it every night.

Ingredients:
Organic Brown Sugar - 1 cup
Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 1/2 cup
Lavender Oil (Additional) - Few drops

Mix it up real good in a reusable container and don't forget to cleanse your face with a gentle cleanser after to get the excess oil off.

It's so easy, it's hard not to try (-;

Twenty4: Bikinis In Rain Or Sunshine

I know it may not be an appropriate time to post about bikinis when it's snowing in some places, but it never hurts to be prepared for the random day of sunshine, right? I mean, it's raining here right now, but the weather is so bipolar, I don't know what to expect tomorrow.

These are some of my favorites that have been bookmarked into my 'Shopping List' and I think it's pretty obvious what I look for in a swimsuit with the selections below.. I love how bandeau tops fit and rather than string bikinis, I prefer a plain and simple bottom. I also make sure the top is equipped with padding  (You do not want any embarrassing moments..) and the bottoms fit snug (Water always stretches the bottoms; avoid a saggy butt and an ill-fitting suit!). Other than that, I love a nice tan.

 1. Victoria's Secret Ombre Twist Bandeau Top & Bottom - $31/$18

2. Victoria's Secret Neon Knot-front Bandeau Top & Bottom - $38/$44

3. Victoria's Secret Bright Stripe Twist Bandeau Top & Bottom - $24/$15

4. Victoria's Secret Floral Shell Triangle Top & Bottom - $34/$15

5. Beach Bunny Walk In The Water Top & Bottom - $111/$87

And my recent purchase (-:

ASOS Mix & Match Bow Back Hipster Bikini Brief - $14.34

(I have a plain bright turquoise triangle top from VS for the top)

Twenty5: Bouffant Bun

Just in time for the weekend!
Hope you enjoy-

Twenty4: Lash Attack

My obsession with lashes probably started when I met Allie (HER) my first year in college. I can't really put into words how ahhhh-mazing her lashes are, but believe me.. If she gave me a fourth of her lashes I would bat them. At everyone. A lot. He he.

But the reality is, I curl my lashes and apply coats of mascara every morning )-:

Gotta work with what you have!

One of the basic tools that everyone should have in their make-up collection is the Shu Umera Lash Curler. It's no secret that this is the best eyelash curler out there. Unfortunately, Shu Umera is no longer available in the States, but we should be thankful for Amazon (I got mine at Sephora when it was still available). After using this baby, I'll never go for anything else other than the Shu..

And speaking of forever.. Another product that'll never leave my make-up collection is the Maybeline Falsies Mascara. I opt for the Black Drama/Waterproof and it really works like magic when paired with the Shu Umera curler. 

BEFORE

(LOST)

 AFTER

(FOUND)

So much better, right?

I'll have to show Allie's one day.....

Twenty3: A Birkin Wouldn't Be Able To Replace This