01.19.2011
Fusion Beauty PrimeResults Anti-Redness Primer

So I’ve always been a primer skeptic but recently I tried out Fusion Beauty PrimeResults Anti-Redness Primer and I have to say, I’m now a believer.  I always thought primers were all marketing hype to get you to spend more money on additional items that you “must use” but ok, I can admit when I’m wrong…and I was wrong this time. 

What I love about this line of primers (there are 3 others!) is that you can pick one that’s uniquely for you.  I chose the Anti-Redness Primer because well, I have a mild case of Rosacea that drives me bonkers.  The shade of this product instantly neutralizes the appearance of inflammation and transformed the red patches on my skin into a lighter, peachy tone.  But if you have acne, need some help fighting wrinkles or think you need some brightening up, there are 3 other primers from Fusion Beauty that are right for you.  Love it.

 

 

02.09.2023
The Valentine’s Day Edit

 

collage of Valentine's Day gifts

Because these are the gifts you should get yourself or your best girlfriend…

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11.11.2022
The Best Singles Day Beauty Sales

mascara from Singles Day Beauty Sales

Because it’s important to celebrate your single self (and your single friends)…


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04.06.2021
15th Blogiversary giveaway: Your New Favorite Face SPF For Urban Environments

Jamie holding Shiseido SPF For Urban Environments

It’s hard to believe it, but today marks my blog’s 15th anniversary (“blogiversary,” if you will).  As I’m sitting here typing up this post and prepping the giveaway with Shiseido’s SPF For Urban Environments (don’t worry- getting to that below, lol), I’m honestly just SO appreciative of everything that this blog has given me over the past 15 years. From the ability to share my honest thoughts, opinions and favorite products with strangers to the job opportunities both in the writing and marketing worlds. I’ve also made REAL friends that I never would’ve met or bonded with if not for this silly little website I started on a late night whim. This blog will forever be a part of my foray into adulthood and it also served as a creative outlet for me during some really hard times in my life.

(Yes, the tears are streaming now).

15th Blogiversary giveaway: Your New Favorite Face SPF For Urban Environments

Reflecting on my life since I started this blog on April 6, 2009…well, let’s just say I never would’ve predicted that I’d end up where I am now and, quite honestly, I’m really, really happy that I still get to do what I love AND the way my life has turned out…and I owe a big part of that to not only this blog, but also to YOU GUYS.

I’ll never be the influencer with half a million followers on IG and I’m ok with that.

I have all of you. Some of whom have been reading this blog since 2009 (!), and that truly just warms my heart with joy.  To those readers – I’m honored that we got to “grow up” together.  Thank you for all your support over the last 15 years.

To new/newish readers – thank you for trusting me when there are soooo many other voices that you could trust instead.

P.S. don’t forget to check back every day this week (Monday – Saturday) for a new giveaway every day.

I’m really just a ball fall of love right now and I’m excited to share today’s giveaway with one my ALL-TIME FAVORITE brands, Shiseido!

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07.27.2020
Glossier Product Reviews: I tried 3 Best-Sellers from the IG Famous Brand

Glossier Product Reviews

Because you can’t open Instagram and not see at least one Glossier product…

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07.13.2020
7 Fun and Easy Eyeshadow Palettes To Try With Your Face Mask

Fun and Easy Eyeshadow Palettes

Because you can really make your eyes pop with your face mask…

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06.25.2020
The Best Drugstore Moisturizers, IMO.

The Best Drugstore Moisturizers

Because there are some real gems at the drugstore…


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