Happy Friday loves! Today I'm sharing my top 5 skincare must-haves. A little background on my skin: it's mostly dry and sometimes oily during summer months. My skin needs all the moisture it can get so I tend to reach for products that won't dry out my skin.
After doing some research and reading how amazing oil cleansers are supposed to be I came upon this one. Oil cleansers are supposed to work better at cleaning out your pores because it's oil based just like the dirt found in your pores. So basically the oil helps get the oil out. Another great thing about them is that they don't dry out your skin! Since it's oil based it cleans my skin while leaving some moisture behind.
I've read countless skincare articles that recommend using a retinol in your 20's so I thought I'd give this a shot. Basically, retinol is an over the counter form of Vitamin A that helps with skin cell turnover and collagen production. I'm also hoping it helps with my acne in the long run. I've been using it every four days. I wash my face like normal, apply a tiny pea size amount and then layer my moisturizer on top. So far my skin is taking it very well. I even feel like my complexion has gotten a little glow! One tip: Less is more!
This lotion is amazing! The creams I was using before were good but didn't seem to get rid of my dry flaky skin. But this has helped me and my dry patches tremendously! I apply this twice a day, at night and in the morning before applying my makeup. Now I don't have to worry about my makeup clinging to my dry skin. I only wish I would've found this product sooner!
This is one product that I've been using since high school, on and off. I've always had dark undereye circles and it probably doesn't help that I don't always get the full amount of sleep that I need. I use this almost daily. I love applying this on no makeup days but also under my makeup so it can work its magic.
When it comes to working out I need all the motivation I can get. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy working out because it has so many benefits. I love how it uplifts my mood and clears my mind but getting started is the hard part! One thing I do find gets me to the gym is new workout gear. Whenever I have new activewear I'm always so eager to use it. It's maybe not the cheapest way to motivate myself but hey it works!
Something I want to do is buy more colorful and fun pieces. Usually, my outfit will consist of black leggings, black sneakers, and a black/grey/white t-shirt. Sooo I made a wishlist. Right now I'm really loving light blue and yellow. I think I'll stick with black leggings but with interesting details like these. Also, these sneakers have been on my mind for weeks now. They're out of my size right now, unfortunately. They would be perfect for wearing outside of the gym too. One thing I don't have and need is a reusable water bottle. I love the fun, bright color of the hydroflask. I bought one of these for my dad last year and he loves it. He uses it almost daily and it still looks great.
H&M sweatshirt, same but different motif｜Forever 21 jeans｜Converse shoes｜H&M bag｜All Saints jacket｜Etsy necklace｜RayBan sunglasses
Here's what I wore yesterday for a quick downtown walk and dinner. I wanted to be comfortable and warm so I chose a sweatshirt and sneakers! I also wore my forever 21 jeans that I DIYed. I gave them a frayed hem and knee rips! The best part is that they're under $10 so I didn't care if I ruined them but they turned out amazing! What do you guys think?
Have an amazing weekend! x
Have an amazing weekend! x
Happy Monday! Today I'm sharing my favorite denim shorts and they're all under $50 right now! I wanted to include a good mix of blue denim but also black and white! Plus, today you can get 25% off of shorts, tees, & tanks at Urban Outfitters. You can shop all the styles HERE. Shorts #5 & #6 end up being under $50 with that discount! I actually already own #4 and they were one of my most used shorts last summer and you can't beat the price! Anyway, let me know which of these is your favorite in the comments! :)
target marble board, similar here
Thursdays plans: Enjoy breakfast, read my new books, shower, get ready + makeup, go to an appointment, eat lunch, relax at home, and hope some exciting packages get here. This cold weather has me feeling so unmotivated so I'm hoping that a little bit of reading will help with that! The books I'm reading are: How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie, #Girlboss by Sophia Amoruso, and Capture Your Style by Aimee Song. I started reading girl boss about a year ago and still haven't finished it! It's not that it's not good because it is but I'm so bad at finishing books! Anyone else have the same problem? Please tell me I'm not the only one haha! THIS is a book I actually finished and 100% recommend to any of you creatives out there! Anyway, I hope you guys enjoy your Thursday :)
YSL lipstick in shade 08. I treated myself to this beauty a few weeks ago. Now it has quickly turned into the only lip product I want to use! It smells divine and glides onto my lips so effortlessly. The next color I want to buy is 41!
I've probably already talked about it on the blog before but this mascara combo is my absolute favorite! The mascara is amazing but the lash primer really gives it a nice boost! THIS is the next mascara I want to try!
My nail polish here is called 'missy in pink'. I talked about it on my instagram because I love the color so much!
I've started buying myself fresh flowers to brighten up my desk area. They also make fantastic props for pictures haha! Right now I have a beautiful orchid.
Yes, a burger made it into my favorites! I tried the gyro burger from a newly opened restaurant in my area and it was so delicious!
Every single item in this picture has been a favorite! You can shop them in the widget at the bottom of this post.
So I had tried on this sweatshirt (from h&m) and loved it! They only had two sizes left but I left without buying it. That whole next week I was thinking about it and wishing I would've bought it! So as soon as the weekend rolled around I ran back to the store to see if they still had it in my size and they did! Now it's mine! It's the perfect sporty sweatshirt to wear out or chill around in at home.
Coconut milk mocha macchiato from starbucks! Its's so good - I can't wait to try it iced!
Happy Wednesday guys! Today I'm sharing a few of my favorite spring pieces and most of them are under $50! With spring being right around the corner I really need to refresh my closet staples. I picked out neutral pieces that can be dressed up or dressed down and combined with items that I already own. I have these sandals, these jeans, and these shorts in my shopping cart right now. Which item is your favorite?
H&M top (solid version), simlar here｜Zara jeans, similar here｜Converse shoes｜H&M bag｜Necklace (gold version available too!)
I found this sweater at h&m over the weekend. It's just what I needed! The material is super soft and good quality. The cut is boxy and loose just how I like it. I will be wearing this combo in the warmer months too! Just switch out the jeans for a pair of distressed denim shorts. I completed my outfit with a silver crescent shaped necklace. I think it added the perfect amount of edginess! What do you guys think?
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