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Ingredients You Should Never Mix In Skincare


Hi there my beautiful lovelies! Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe. Today, I want to talk to you about ingredients that you should never mix in your skincare products. If you have very sensitive skin like mine, it will be detrimental to your face skin.

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Benzoyl Peroxide and Retinol: While these ingredients are both used to fight acne, they can cause irritation when layered. They can, however, be used on the same day. Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are the biggest acne-fighting ingredient on the over-the-counter market, usually found in cleansers and spot treatments. Using benzoyl peroxide with retinol can lead to them deactivating each other’s potency. On the other hand, salicylic acid and retinol can cause dryness and flaking. Instead, use these acne products in the morning or on opposite nights that you use retinol.

Vitamin C and Alpha Hydroxy Acids: This acidity in these two ingredients can cause an irregular pH balance on the skin, rendering the products ineffective. Although vitamin C is labeled as a vitamin, it still is technically an acid (L-ascorbic), and combining two acidic ingredients can lead to irritations like peeling and dryness. It can also cause vitamin C’s low pH to be altered, leading to redness and inflammation. A good rule of thumb is to use acids like AHAs/BHAs at night since they can make your skin more susceptible to sunburn if used in the morning. Again, using vitamin C in the morning can give added benefits to the skin.

Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) and Alpha Hydroxy Acids: The low pH produced by AHAs can cause vitamin B3 to produce nicotinic acid, which can irritate the skin. Vitamin B3 is most effective when the skin has a neutral pH balance. Moreover, niacinamide consists of high pH levels, which go around 5-7, whereas acids have low pH levels of about 3-4. If they are layered together, niacinamide will increase the pH levels of acids that can turn less effective and cause a problem absorbing into the skin. This combination can also result in flushing and redness.

Vitamin C and Retinol: Retinol is a powerful skin care product that can cause drying of the skin. Therefore, some ingredients simply do not work well with retinol and can cause skin irritation. The ingredients in each of these have different purposes (vitamin C’s pH level is lower), which can work against each other and cause irritations. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, it’s best used in the mornings, while retinol, being photosensitive, is best used at night. That way, retinol can work overtime while you sleep, and vitamin C can give you antioxidant protection when you wake up.

Alpha Hydroxy Acids and Retinol: Some ingredients simply do not work well with retinol. Oftentimes, different hydroxy acids will be used in face washes or exfoliators, and while you can use two different products with these ingredients on the same day, it is not recommended to layer one on top of the other. Adding retinol after acidic skincare can increase dryness and lead to extra irritation. If retinol is a part of your everyday routine, skip out on it on days you use AHAs. But this doesn’t mean you can’t have both in your routine. It is recommended to apply your AHA in the morning and retinol at night, but you should always proceed with caution and take it slow. Dermatologists recommend starting with only one, and once you are stable after a few weeks, consider adding the other. Start by using your retinol once a week, and slowly increase your frequency. Then, add the AHA slowly as well. This also depends on what type of AHA you’re using. Using a cleanser with a bit of glycolic acid vs. a 20 percent AHA/BHA treatment is very different; a cleanser is much more easily tolerated, while a high-potency AHA should only be used once or twice a week.

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America’s kids need us. The coronavirus is closing schools nationwide, and millions of vulnerable children are losing the school meals they depend on. For some, it’s the only food they’ll receive on a given day. We have a plan to feed kids, but we need your help today to continue our work to ensure every kid gets three meals a day. You can click above to donate to my gofundme page donation going directly to the organization, or you can click on the direct link to the site.

Food Bank of Maryland:

PLEASE DONATE ANY AMOUNT YOU CAN AND SHARE THE POST WITH EVERYONE YOU KNOW.

Manna Food Center, a nonprofit organization, strives to eliminate hunger in Montgomery County through food distribution, education, and advocacy. Millions of children go to bed hungry in America every year, sadly it’s worse now! Today, 14 million children regularly miss meals — three times more than during the Great Recession and five times more than before the pandemic.

Many parents have lost their job during the pandemic. Sadly, that shows no sign of stopping. Your donation can bring relief to the millions worried about where their next meal will come from. It’s even worse for Latino and Black families, whose rates of nutrition insecurity have spiked to 25% and 30%. In the world’s wealthiest country, this is unconscionable.

Even before the pandemic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimated 37 million people in America struggled with hunger and nutrition. The Centers for Disease Control reports 76% of people killed by COVID-19 had at least one underlying condition, most of which were diet-related. Diet-related diseases also fuel skyrocketing health care costs, which rose from 5% to 28% of the federal budget in the past 50 years.

Let’s make the world better, kinder, brighter. Every dollar you give will create real change. $1 will feed 5 hungry children here in the US, but $1,000 will feed 50,000 starving children overseas. Be the good in the lives of many by giving right now.

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Have A Very Sensitive Skin? This is What I do


Hi there my beautiful lovelies! Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe. Today, I want to take the time to talk to you about something very important to me. It’s taking care of sensitive skin.

What is Sensitive Skin?

So, what is sensitive skin and how do you define it. Well I will use the definition from a special interest group of international experts who defined sensitive skin as:

Using the Delphi method, sensitive skin was defined as “A syndrome defined by the occurrence of unpleasant sensations (stinging, burning, pain, pruritus, and tingling sensations) in response to stimuli that normally should not provoke such sensations. These unpleasant sensations cannot be explained by lesions attributable to any skin disease. The skin can appear normal or be accompanied by erythema. Sensitive skin can affect all body locations, especially the face”.

Misery L, Ständer S, Szepietowski JC, Reich A, Wallengren J, Evers AW, Takamori K, Brenaut E, Le Gall-Ianotto C, Fluhr J, Berardesca E, Weisshaar E. Definition of Sensitive Skin: An Expert Position Paper from the Special Interest Group on Sensitive Skin of the International Forum for the Study of Itch. Acta Derm Venereol. 2017 Jan 4;97(1):4-6. doi: 10.2340/00015555-2397. PMID: 26939643.

My Experience With Sensitive Skin

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When my skin contacts household or skincare products, it causes stinging, burning, itchiness, redness, or tightness. As you can see from the picture above if I am not careful about what’s touching my skin, I end up with dry skin patches, red bumps, and just redness. I have a combination dry and sensitive skin. Hence, I have to be very careful about the product I use on my skin. I will give you an example, I tried a new exfoliator which led my skin to the above situation. I also get a similar effect if I use those acne/blackhead removal tools. Basically, exfoliators or any of those skin tools are a big no-no for me.

What Do I Do Take Care of My Sensitive Skin

Cleansing – When it comes to cleansers, I don’t use harsh products. Each person responds differently to different cleansing methods. However, I can tell you for sure that “deodorant” soap or highly fragranced soap are no-nos for me since they contain strong detergents and shouldn’t be used on the face. Soap-free cleansers such as mild cleansing bars and sensitive skin bars along with most liquid facial cleansers have less potential for facial skin irritation than soaps. The same is true for cleansing creams and disposable facial washcloths. I love using Honest Beauty Gentle Gel Cleanser with Chamomile. My skin just loves them. I just use gentle cleansers with my fingertips. I never scrub my face, and just rinse with plenty of warm water, then pat dry. If my skin dries out or gets oily, I just try a different cleanser.

Exfoliating always irritate my skin and I never exfoliate. I always make sure not to use products that have alcohol, soap, acid, or fragrance. Instead, look on the label for calming ingredients like aloe, chamomile, green tea polyphenols, and oats. The fewer ingredients in a product, the happier my skin is.

Moisturizing – One thing that is needed for all skin types is moisturizing. I have a combination and sensitive skin. Half of my face is drier than the Sahara desert, and the other half (namely, my T-zone) is oily and prone to breakouts. on top of that, I have sensitive skin. Hence, when it comes to my skin, I always go for a lightweight, water-based, and oil-free moisturizer. Most of all, apply it while your skin is still damp from washing or rinsing to help seal in moisture. I also try to look for soothing ingredients when it comes to my moisturizer and again less is better.

Sunscreen – I cannot say it enough when it comes to any skin type, sunscreen is a must. You will not only protect your skin from cancer but also irritation and sunburn. I wear it every day, even if it’s not sunny and even if it’s cold. 

Makeup Product – I just stick to few products for makeup.

If you have sensitive skin, the American Academy of Dermatology recommends the following:

  • Use face powder, which has few preservatives and minimal risk of skin irritation.
  • Use a silicone-based foundation for minimal skin irritation.
  • Do not use waterproof cosmetics; you need a special cleanser to remove them.
  • Use black eyeliner and mascara; they appear to be least allergenic.
  • Use pencil eyeliner and eyebrow fillers; liquid eyeliners may contain latex and may cause an allergic reaction.
  • Throw out old cosmetics; they can spoil or become contaminated.

Skin Test – Before trying any new product and I try a little bit behind my ear and leave it overnight. I have a dry red patch behind my ears than on my face.

My lovelies! I would love to know what you do to take care of your particular skin type? Please comment below.

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America’s kids need us. The coronavirus is closing schools nationwide, and millions of vulnerable children are losing the school meals they depend on. For some, it’s the only food they’ll receive on a given day. We have a plan to feed kids, but we need your help today to continue our work to ensure every kid gets three meals a day. You can click above to donate to my gofundme page donation going directly to the organization, or you can click on the direct link to the site.

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PLEASE DONATE ANY AMOUNT YOU CAN AND SHARE THE POST WITH EVERYONE YOU KNOW.

Manna Food Center, a nonprofit organization, strives to eliminate hunger in Montgomery County through food distribution, education, and advocacy. Millions of children go to bed hungry in America every year, sadly it’s worse now! Today, 14 million children regularly miss meals — three times more than during the Great Recession and five times more than before the pandemic.

Many parents have lost their job during the pandemic. Sadly, that shows no sign of stopping. Your donation can bring relief to the millions worried about where their next meal will come from. It’s even worse for Latino and Black families, whose rates of nutrition insecurity have spiked to 25% and 30%. In the world’s wealthiest country, this is unconscionable.

Even before the pandemic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimated 37 million people in America struggled with hunger and nutrition. The Centers for Disease Control reports 76% of people killed by COVID-19 had at least one underlying condition, most of which were diet-related. Diet-related diseases also fuel skyrocketing health care costs, which rose from 5% to 28% of the federal budget in the past 50 years.

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Natasha Denona Trichrome Palette : A Review


What is Natasha Denona Trichrome Palette?

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Natasha Denona Triochrome 15-Pan Eyeshadow Palette ($129.00 for 1.2 oz.) is a new, limited edition palette that’s centered around three, Multichrome eyeshadows (the third column!). As the name suggests, it is a palette with three different pressed-pigment, multi-chrome shades in the center of each row and their complementary tones to complete a makeup look. This palette provides maximum color payoff with minimal effort, blending seamlessly to create vibrant, ultra-pigmented, long-lasting looks. These resplendent shades can be used for playfully-bold creations or effortlessly-wearable everyday looks.

What’s in the Trichrome Palette?

The Trichrome Palette is paraben and cruelty-free. In addition, the palette contains 15 eyeshadows. The eyeshadows are: Scrap (cool dusty army green) , Andradite (pastel mint), Scarab (poison green / warm gold / blue), Ion (acid green) , Vert (vibrant mustard), Naga (pastel lavender), Manganese (vibrant eggplant), Kinetic (purple / pink / muted green), Redox (dusty lilac), Tungsten (toasted mauve), Vertex (cool Ivory), Plutonium (burnt mandarine), Color flip (fuchsia / nude / dusty green), Garmon (peachy taupe), Diatonic (vibrant light coral) .

Swatches:

As you can see it is opaque even after 3 layers.

Looks:

The Verdict:

I don’t think that the palette is worth the hefty $129. The matte eyeshadows had semi-opaque to opaque, buildable pigmentation with lightly powdery, though blendable, consistencies; they were less substantial and a bit thinner compared to the brand’s matte formula, generally. It required a lot of layering in order to get the same consistency. Furthermore, there were a lot of fall off. Only 3 of the 15 shades are actually “trichrome” and the rest are sort of odd color story matte’s. I would not recommend wasting $129 for this palette. To me it’s mediocre at best.

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America’s kids need us. The coronavirus is closing schools nationwide, and millions of vulnerable children are losing the school meals they depend on. For some, it’s the only food they’ll receive on a given day. We have a plan to feed kids, but we need your help today to continue our work to ensure every kid gets three meals a day. You can click above to donate to my gofundme page donation going directly to the organization, or you can click on the direct link to the site.

Food Bank of Maryland:

Help make sure all hungry Marylanders have reliable access to nutritious food when you join Sustainers Circle.

Manna Food Center:

PLEASE DONATION ANY AMOUNT YOU CAN AND SHARE THE POST WITH EVERYONE YOU KNOW.

Manna Food Center, a nonprofit organization, strives to eliminate hunger in Montgomery County through food distribution, education, and advocacy. Millions of children go to bed hungry in America every year, sadly it’s worse now! Today, 14 million children regularly miss meals — three times more than during the Great Recession and five times more than before the pandemic.

Many parents have lost their job during the pandemic. Sadly, that shows no sign of stopping. Your donation can bring relief to the millions worried about where their next meal will come from. It’s even worse for Latino and Black families, whose rates of nutrition insecurity have spiked to 25% and 30%. In the world’s wealthiest country, this is unconscionable.

Even before the pandemic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimated 37 million people in America struggled with hunger and nutrition. The Centers for Disease Control reports 76% of people killed by COVID-19 had at least one underlying condition, most of which were diet-related. Diet-related diseases also fuel skyrocketing health care costs, which rose from 5% to 28% of the federal budget in the past 50 years.

Let’s make the world better, kinder, brighter. Every dollar you give will create real change. $1 will feed 5 hungry children here in the US, but $1,000 will feed 50,000 starving children overseas. Be the good in the lives of many by giving right now.

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Sephora Epic VIB Sale November 2020 – Unboxing and Try-On


Hi there my beautiful lovelies! Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe. Today, I want to share with you my latest Sephora Haul from the Epic VIB Sale from November 2020.

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Primera Chamomile Micellar Cleansing Water – $32

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This is a pH-balancing, no-rinse formula that gently removes makeup and impurities cleanly off the skin. This cleanser is exfoliating which can be drying or stripping for the skin, so we recommended following up with a hydrating product to moisturize the skin.

Primera Gentle Comfort Concentrate for Sensitive Skin – $35

It is a serum that nourishes, hydrates, and helps relieve irritation with a mix of soothing botanicals. After toner and essence, apply three to four pumps evenly over your face and neck.

Natasha Denona Tropic Eyeshadow Palette (Sale $64.50)

It is a limited-edition eyeshadow palette with 15 brand-new tropical shades. These are long-lasting cream-powder formulas, combined with her classic, signature formula. With a range of matte and metallic finishes in complementary tropical pop colors and pastels, you’ll be inspired to create endless looks, as far as your imagination leads you—from soft and natural to colorful, vibrant, and bold. The top and center rows are pastels and nude shades that can be applied on the eyelids and the crease, while the bottom row is full of colorful, tropical, and exotic shades for the upper and lower lash line.

Natasha Denona Bronze Eyeshadow Palette – $65

It is a go-to eyeshadow palette that’s a summer essential. With a range of formulas and textures from sultry, cream powder mattes to vibrant duo-chrome, metallics, and shimmers this palette creates a variety of looks. It’s the perfect complement to your summer glow, flattering every skin tone and texture.

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No Kid Hungry:

America’s kids need us. The coronavirus is closing schools nationwide, and millions of vulnerable children are losing the school meals they depend on. For some, it’s the only food they’ll receive on a given day. We have a plan to feed kids, but we need your help today to continue our work to ensure every kid gets three meals a day. You can click above to donate to my gofundme page donation going directly to the organization, or you can click on the direct link to the site.

Food Bank of Maryland:

Help make sure all hungry Marylanders have reliable access to nutritious food when you join Sustainers Circle.

Manna Food Center:

PLEASE DONATION ANY AMOUNT YOU CAN AND SHARE THE POST WITH EVERYONE YOU KNOW.

Manna Food Center, a nonprofit organization, strives to eliminate hunger in Montgomery County through food distribution, education, and advocacy. Millions of children go to bed hungry in America every year, sadly it’s worse now! Today, 14 million children regularly miss meals — three times more than during the Great Recession and five times more than before the pandemic.

Many parents have lost their job during the pandemic. Sadly, that shows no sign of stopping. Your donation can bring relief to the millions worried about where their next meal will come from. It’s even worse for Latino and Black families, whose rates of nutrition insecurity have spiked to 25% and 30%. In the world’s wealthiest country, this is unconscionable.

Even before the pandemic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimated 37 million people in America struggled with hunger and nutrition. The Centers for Disease Control reports 76% of people killed by COVID-19 had at least one underlying condition, most of which were diet-related. Diet-related diseases also fuel skyrocketing health care costs, which rose from 5% to 28% of the federal budget in the past 50 years.

Let’s make the world better, kinder, brighter. Every dollar you give will create real change. $1 will feed 5 hungry children here in the US, but $1,000 will feed 50,000 starving children overseas. Be the good in the lives of many by giving right now.

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Fabfitfun Winter 2020 Subscription Box | Unboxing & Try-On


Hi there my beautiful lovelies! Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe. Today. I will share with you the unboxing of the try-on video of the Fabfitfun Winter 2020 Box.

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Tula Skincare Rose Glow and Get it Cooling & Brightening Eye Balm – $30

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It is a new formulation of TULA’s eye balm, featuring even more glow-enhancing ingredients. s made with the same probiotics and superfoods as the original (which include caffeine, aloe, blueberry, and hyaluronic acid), plus a special addition of rosehip oil, which acts as a plant-based retinol alternative. It also includes hydrating rosewater so your skin feels instantly energized, awake, and ready to glow.

Phase Zero Makeup Making Moves Blusher – $27.50

Enhance your radiance and enliven your skin with Phase Zero’s cruelty-free, vegan-friendly blushers. Our silky smooth formulation is subtle and buildable, blending seamlessly onto your skin for a gorgeous veil of natural-looking color. For a smooth, even result, add a little product to a blush brush and run it up to the cheekbone. Or if you want to create a gentle burst of color, dip the brush into the product, then apply it to the apple of each cheek.

Noir Jewelry Ombre Leopard Scrunchies – $25

Set of 3 Ombre Leopard Print Scrunchies made of 100% Polyester

Beautaniq Beauty Guardian Angel Revitalizing Eye Gel – $25

These uber hydrating, green tea and hyaluronic acid-infused eye patches do everything to help depuff and brighten tired eyes. We know we can’t all get perfectly rested eyes, and ‘Guardian Angel’ patches are here to help! Cucumber hydrates while rose extract reduces puffiness under your eyes. From the one-of-a-kind, shape to form to any eye and reach all fine lines. Everyone needs a Guardian Angel.

Whish Lip Scrub in Vanilla Bean – $20

Velvety smooth lips are just scrub away! Our Vanilla Lip Scrub is exceptionally moisturizing and leaves lips softer, smoother, and plumped up. Pamper your lips with the taste of warm vanilla sugar, with hints of shea butter and organic raspberry. Use this gentle exfoliating polish regularly and you’ll never have to worry about chapped lips again. Another Whish granted!

Laura Geller Cinnamon + Spice Eyeshadow Palette – $45

Playing around with different looks is at least half the fun of makeup, but it’s always nice to have a go-to look you can turn to for any occasion. Laura Geller, the founder of Laura Geller®, shares her favorite eyeshadow look using her Cinnamon + Spice Eyeshadow Palette. This tutorial looks great on any skin tone and is perfect for day or night.

“The best color combinations are warm colors with a touch of cools,” says Geller. “This palette delivers just that. No matter what your eye color or complexion there’s a color for everyone that enhances and magnifies.”

Vera Bradley Compact Organizer – $50

This is a super soft Velvet pouch in the color Majestic Magenta with a super cute floral pattern lining on the inside. This has a zipper pocket on the front that contains a zip and two slip pockets. Super cute Organizer to hold makeup or even to carry in your purse!

Voir She’s Like the Wind Invisible Dry Shampoo and Conditioner – $20

She’s Like the Wind: Invisible Dry Shampoo & Conditioner is an exhilarating rush of wind for your tresses. Voir Haircare’s innovative micro-powder is not your ordinary dry shampoo. The oil-absorbing formula is enriched with nourishing botanicals that soften your strands and withdraw impurities, while the aerosol-free pump releases poufs of the finely milled powder to blend beautifully with all hair colors and textures, leaving no white residue behind. A savior when you’re short on time. It instantly boosts volume, mattifies roots, and leaves hair feeling fresh and lifted between washes.

Lilly Pulitzer Ceramic Mug Set of Two – $42

The ceramic coffee cup is featured in the blue Lilly Pulitzer print. It’s high maintenance cup, with a metallic gold handle and interior saying for an elevated look. Tea/coffee cup is made of heavy-duty ceramic and holds 12 ounces. The mug is BPA, lead, and phthalate-free to keep drinks safe from any harsh chemicals or tastes.

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Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palette – Unboxing and Try-On


Natasha Denona eyeshadow palette – unboxing and try-on Hi there my beautiful lovelies! Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe. Today, I want to share with you the unboxing and try-on video of my very first Natasha Denona Eyeshadow Palette shopping spree.

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I will provide a quick and short review of the Love and Sunrise Eyeshadow Palette. I hope you enjoy the video. Don’t forget to like the video if you find the video helpful, entertaining, and/or informative in any shape or form. Also, don’t forget to share and comment. Most of all, if you have not done so don’t forget to subscribe to the channel! I hope you have a safe, blessed, and wonderful day. From my heart to yours, happy viewing!!!

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America’s kids need us. The coronavirus is closing schools nationwide, and millions of vulnerable children are losing the school meals they depend on. For some, it’s the only food they’ll receive on a given day. We have a plan to feed kids, but we need your help today to continue our work to ensure every kid gets three meals a day. You can click above to donate to my gofundme page donation going directly to the organization, or you can click on the direct link to the site.

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Manna Food Center, a nonprofit organization, strives to eliminate hunger in Montgomery County through food distribution, education, and advocacy. Millions of children go to bed hungry in America every year, sadly it’s worse now! Today, 14 million children regularly miss meals — three times more than during the Great Recession and five times more than before the pandemic.

Many parents have lost their job during the pandemic. Sadly, that shows no sign of stopping. Your donation can bring relief to the millions worried about where their next meal will come from. It’s even worse for Latino and Black families, whose rates of nutrition insecurity have spiked to 25% and 30%. In the world’s wealthiest country, this is unconscionable.

Even before the pandemic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimated 37 million people in America struggled with hunger and nutrition. The Centers for Disease Control reports 76% of people killed by COVID-19 had at least one underlying condition, most of which were diet-related. Diet-related diseases also fuel skyrocketing health care costs, which rose from 5% to 28% of the federal budget in the past 50 years.

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My Latest Beauty Blog – Too Faced


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Hi there my beautiful lovelies! Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe. Today, I want to share with you the latest unboxing and try-on video of Too Faced cosmetics. I really enjoyed making this video. I hope you enjoy the video as well. Please let me know what you think. I love to hear your feedback.

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Boxycharm October 2020 Base Box


Hi there my lovelies! Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe. Today I will share with you my October 2020 Boxycharm Base Box Unboxing and Review.

Boxycharm is a subscription subscription box service that offers monthly subscription boxes to its customer. Additionally, it the YouTube video above, I also shared some makeup tutorial hacks so keep watching.

What do you think about this month’s box? Please comment below.

Luxie Wonderlust Set – MRSP $45

This chic black travel case is filled with five cruelty-free, synthetic, and vegan eye makeup brushes. These brushes are ideal as they create a perfect eye look just like their full-sized companions.

This brush set contains the following brushes: LUXIE 205 Tapered Blending brush for applying and blending out transition colors in your crease; LUXIE 237 Blending brush is ideal for applying transition colors to the crease; LUXIE 207 Medium Angled Shading’s angled head is perfect for sweeping highlight over the brow bone; LUXIE 209 Large Shader can be used with any cream, powder, or liquid eyeshadow to apply an even wash of color over the eyelid; and finally, LUXIE 201 Brow and Lash is ideal for shaping and grooming brows before makeup application.

Symbiosis London Tightening & Resplendent Eye Mask – MSRP $93

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Eye Mask in-cream to tightens, rejuvenates and brightens the delicate eye area. This eye mask is fortified with Hyaluronic Acid, Pullulan as well as shea butter, and works to visibly reduce puffiness and the appearance of fine lines and dark circles. I can’t wait to try it.

Dose of Colors Meet Your Hue Concealer – MSRP $24

Dose of Colors Meet Your Hue Concealer is vegan and cruelty free. This multitasking, full coverage concealer has a lightweight easy to blend formula. Conceals dark undereye circles, blemishes and other skin imperfections. It is currently available in 30 all inclusive shades, and six different complexion categories: fair, light, light medium, medium tan, dark and deep. Each category features five different concealer shades.

Ace Beaute Draw It Lip Liner Duo – MSRP $16

The Draw it Lip Liners are super pigmented liners that draw on smoothly and can be used to line the lips or fill them in completely. It includes a sharpener at the base that can be used to sharpen the liners tip. I really love this liner duo. It glides easily.

Beauty Bakerie Breakfast in Bed Eyeshadow Palette – MSRP $38

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When we have Breakfast in Bed it feels as though we have it all! Beauty Bakerie’s Breakfast in Bed Eyeshadow Palette is a delightful morning medley of saturated mattes and shimmery shimmers. This palette is perfect for the classic office to happy hour transitional touch up. I love the colors and there is very little fallout. I give it two thumbs up.

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My Latest Sephora Haul – September 2020


My Latest Sephora Haul – September 2020

Hi there my beautiful lovelies! Hope you guys are doing well and staying safe. Happy first of October you all. Well, this month reminds me of the beauty of the fall. Today, I want to talk to you about my latest Sephora haul from September 2020.

As you may know, I am a huge Sephora fan. In fact, I bought my very first makeup kit from Sephora years ago. I still remember the warm greeting from the associates. When they heard that that was my very first makeup shopping they were so helpful in finding the right product that matched my skin tone and type. They even gave me a quick makeup tutorial. Thanks to Sephora, my very first beauty haul experience was relaxing and stress-free.

KVD Vegan Beauty Lock-It Precision Powder Brush – ($16 – Sale)

This is a pretty nice brush. This a powder brush with a unique arched shape and a flat profile that is specially designed for setting undereye concealer and precise highlighting. You can tell how good the quality of the brush is just by the weight. The brush itself is so soft, holds onto products with dear life until you put it where you want it. So worth it on sale and even full price honestly!

Marc Jacobs Beauty Eye-conic Multi-Finish Eye Shadow Palette in Extravagance! Limited Gold Edition – $49.50

This is a limited gold edition eyeshadow palette with seven ultra-pigmented shades from unexpected neutrals to smoky shimmers for gilded looks. Decked out in luxe gold stripes, this limited-edition eyeshadow palette covers lids in the same velvety-rich, super-plush pigment of the original Eye-Conic palettes. Style your eyes with its four fashion finishes: buttery matte velvet, shimmering satin, sparkling silk, and metallic lamé.

Oh, how I love this Extravaganza palette! The eyeshadows are creamy, pigmented, and last pretty long on my oily eyelids without primer. The shades are just beautiful and the shimmery shades don’t leave fallout all over my face like other palettes twice the price do. That last shade works so well for lining the eyes, no wet brush needed. And the shade before that is a metallic wonder. This lovely palette is a reminder that one can still buy and receive a beautiful, quality palette that is exciting to use without spending a ton of money.

What Others Are Saying? (4.5 stars by 29 reviewers)

“Love Marc Jacobs eyeshadow. Great color story, travel friendly. Great glam look and complements the color stories of the other Marc Jacobs palette. I’d give it a 9/10 only bc I like other Marc Jacobs palettes better and I think they could have thrown in more unique shade.”

“Love Marc Jacobs eyeshadow. Great color story, travel friendly. Great glam look and complements the color stories of the other Marc Jacobs palette. I’d give it a 9/10 only bc I like other Marc Jacobs palettes better and I think they could have thrown in more unique shade.”

“This was my first Marc Jacobs purchase. The shadows are pretty and blend well. They last a decent amount of time when used with an eye primer. The packaging is luxurious – this does not matter as it doesn’t contribute to the finished look. The eye shadow pans are small and the colours, while pretty, aren’t anything overly special. The price tag is hilarious, and not in a good way.”

Lancome SKIN FEELS GOOD Skin Nourishing Foundation – $35

This is my first Lancôme makeup product that I bought. This is a hydrating and oil-free foundation with SPF 23 that is infused with antioxidants, is lightweight, and ideal for that “no makeup” look. It has the perfect coverage and offers hydration without getting cakey under a mask all day. This product keeps my skin feeling fresh while providing coverage.

What Others are Saying? (4.3 stars by 2602 reviewers)

“I barely ever write a review, but let me tell you this product is AMAZING!!!! Personally I purchased the wrong shade because the testers were in the wrong spots and the description of the shade color wasn’t on there or was covered up. Since this shade is a little bit lighter than my complexion I blend the outside of my face only with a darker foundation now. When I first bought it I wasn’t blending at all and as time passed I realized my face was off but wasn’t aware until I left the house and took photos. I have bad house lighting anyways that was 4 weeks ago. For 3 1/2 weeks I’ve been wearing this product. Let me tell you when I mean my small acne and skin cleared up, it completely cleared up. Not only is my skin tone more evenly balance without makeup but it’s smoother and clearer. I have an uneven skin tone so my under eye area is a little darker and the skin is thin there. You can see my veins under my eye and my complexion is Rihanna’s skin tone so yea and I don’t use concealar with it. I use concealer with EVERY product I’ve used. I have never felt confident about my under eye area to leave my house without it being covered but now because of this product, my confidence with my face without makeup has grown so much. First time I felt naturally beautiful. My skin on my face is basically hormonal or occasional break outs. It’s always on my T-zone area which is my oily area. I have combination skin and I only get oily on my T-zone. It’s a few little bumps. I know everyone is different but for females who have a similar situation as mine this can be very helpful. I love to wear makeup period but I prefer a lightweight moisturizer foundation for everyday wear. This does last long but towards the end of my work day I look more like a person with really good skin than a girl wearing good makeup. It’s literally the definition of the name of the product. I told everyone who doesn’t wear makeup regularly or doesn’t like foundation to invest in this.”

BETTER NOT YOUNGER Superpower Fortifying Hair and Scalp Serum – $47

This is a lightweight, non-greasy, leave-in serum that strengthens the scalp, nourishes the follicle, and restores essential nutrients to support healthier hair. This serum is formulated with vitamins, caffeine, and a blend of strengthening ingredients to help support healthy hair, while ceramides and kelp promote hydration and nourish the scalp. It is also safe for color-, keratin-, and chemically treated hair.

What others are saying?

Rate: 4.6 Stars by 70 reviewers

“I like this serum, it’s not greasy and I don’t have a dry itchy scalp anymore. So it’s definitely helping, I think I need to use it more often (I use once every 3 days or so). I also have thick hair, and a lot of it, so I feel like I end up using more than it says I should. My hair and scalp is never oily after I use this. It absorbs nicely. Repeat use is key.”

“Love this product!! Best results if you use it daily, my hair is growing!!! Only been using it for a week and I’m happy with the results. I was a bit hesitant to buy it since it had mixed reviews but I’m happy I did. Doesn’t leave any weird residue in my hair either. Only complaint is the dropper, but it’s not too bad just annoying.”

“No much difference in my hair even though I used every night.”

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Dream Eye Cream – $49

It is an overnight eye cream formulated to visibly smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, firm the look of skin, and actively hydrate while you sleep. This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and gluten-free, and comes in recyclable packaging. This potent overnight eye cream harnesses the power of high-tech goji stem cell, plant-based ceramides, vegan hyaluronic acid, and THD ascorbate (vitamin C)—a complete overnight eye recovery in one step. Dermatologist tested for safety.

What Others Are Saying? 4.9 stars by 69 reviews

“I received a sample size of this product, so my review is based on my initial thoughts and not any long term benefits. That being said, I am very impressed with this eye cream. I have tried almost everything and over the past 5 years been using a Japanese eye cream that I love. Whenever I tried a new product (I love product testing) I’d usually noticed a decline in the look of the skin around my eyes within a week. However, the TTTP eye cream is fabulous. The skin around my eyes continues to look bright and dense. The texture could be slightly thicker for night time, but for the day works perfectly. It sinks in immediately and feels great. I have sensitive eyes and this causes zero irritation. I really love this eye cream and would consider purchasing the full size. I would love to see this cream in a tube form, I think the texture would work for this and would keep it a bit more sanitary than a dip pot. That is my only suggestion, other than that, I really think YTTP knocked it out of the park with this eye cream. Well done!”

“It’s a very nice moisturizer as is all the moisturizers from YTTP. I’ve been using YTTP products for many years and religiously use their face wash and air whipped moisturizer (which I’m obsessed with). I recently added their enzyme face scrub which I really like. I can’t say this eye cream is any kind of miracle, like I said it’s a very nice moisturizer but it doesn’t do much beyond that for me personally. I’ve been using it nightly for over 2 weeks and occasionally during the day but I haven’t seen any dramatic change. I’m in my mid 30’s so maybe I need something stronger. It’s not a bad product just not working for me personally.”

SEPHORA COLLECTION Colorful Wink-It Felt Tip Liquid Eyeliner – Waterproof: $14.

These colorful liners can be applied like a traditional liner or used to create a dramatic look. From the blackest black to pastel perfection, each shade offers the highest concentration of pigment, leaving bold lines that never smudge or fade. The no-fray, felt tip applicator ensures extreme precision, so you can achieve your favorite liner looks—quick as a wink. This not my favorite liner. It took me a few tries to get the look I wanted.

What’s Others Are Saying? 3.8 stars by 972 reviewers

“I used to purchase high-end eyeliners assuming they would work better than “cheaper” ones. I have super oily eyelids so by the end of the day, my eye makeup would be eaten by my eyelids and everything would melt off (maybe a tiny bit over-exaggerating haha). A Sephora employee recommended this one to me and I have used it ever since (for about a year). I love that it’s affordable and has long-lasting power. I have purchased it in black and brown multiple times and always carry a backup with me in my purse in case I need to touch up. I’m very happy with this eyeliner and will continue to purchase!”

“This liner is not only not waterproof but the liner is dry at the tip of the pen. I definitely will be returning both the liners I bought. If you like to create a wing this is not the liner for you. I used this for a week and it is dry already.”

Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer – $32

This is a full-coverage, oil-free concealer that conceals and blurs imperfections with a soft-matte, natural-looking finish. NARS’s Soft-Focus Smoothing Complex contains Optimal Diffusion Powder, which transforms the look of skin by blurring imperfections with light-diffusing spheres. The formula delivers all-day wear and high coverage that’s non-cakey, and won’t settle into fine lines and pores. I for one always use an eye cream with concealer for a smooth, crease-free application.

What Others Are Saying? 4.5 stars by 2,082 reviewers

“So I bought this because of Jackie Aina, a YouTube beauty vlogger.
I’m in the shade caramel in the original concealer. That one is my favorite. This is one is great for when really weakening up the eyes, as it appears to be a bit brighter and thicker than it’s lil sis lol. I like this for when I’m doing a full face and want the brightness but also want FULL COVERAGE!!! It’s more full coverage than the radiant one. Happy shopping. Hope this helps someone.”

“This concealer was sooo drying and patchy on me. Couldn’t wear it at all under the eyes, it just did not work. Sadly, had to return.”

Cover FX Glitter Drops – $22 on Sale

It is a multidimensional glitter highlighter that imparts a high impact, light-reflective finish. It is ultra-concentrated and customizable, and these liquid glitters can be used alone, under or over makeup, or mixed into your favorite beauty product for an incredible luxe glitter effect on the cheeks, eyes, lips, and body.

What Others Are Saying? 4.2 stars by 282 reviewers

“Ugh, can I please just tattoo these into my skin?
Seriously so beautiful and multi-dimensional, I feel like a fairie in these.
I’ve found that using a TEENSY bit and layering it on in thin layers will not disturb any makeup I have on underneath. So far I’ve tried it on my ultra-sensitive eyes, lips, cheeks, shoulders, and hair. I wore this all over my shoulders and mixed into my favorite Ouai hair oil in my hair for a recent night out and people were almost gasping at my dinner table every time this caught the candlelight. It can be a little messy to apply if putting it on the body or in the hair, but I found it washed off easily with soap and water. I was skeptical of wearing a glitter highlight since I’m out of my 20’s but the fleck on this is so fine, it’s really a sophisticated glitter. Like, I could see Dita Von Teese wearing this on stage. I definitely want to try Aurora next.”

“Don’t bother if you wear foundation
I tried to love this product because of the hype, but it didn’t work for me. I tried under makeup, on top, mixing with foundation, but it kept settling and disturbing my foundation. I tried a beauty blender and a brush. I really wanted it to work! It made my foundation, which is usually smooth, patchy, and gross. I’m not sure how people are using this, perhaps on bare skin. It might be worth it if you don’t wear concealer, foundation, etc.”

Givenchy Le Rouge Metallic Peony Lipstick – $29 on Sale

It is a glittery, metallic, and iridescent iconic Le Rouge lipstick that is reinvented for the Givenchy Gardens Collection. This unique shimmering formula delivers a frosted effect in one stroke. The result is a glittery veil coat on the lips for a fresh makeup look that is perfect for springtime. This lipstick also features a new floral look to its couture Le Rouge Lipstick case reinterpreted in an impressionist style. I love the color and the softness of the lipstick.

What Others Are Saying? 5 stars by 9 reviewers

“If this had not been on sale I would not have tied it. But it looked so pretty. It’s gorgeous on and the color would be spectacular on anyone. Highly recommend.”

“This is a beautiful shade of lipstick that comes in a beautiful case. I love the peony color and the glitter is so beautiful. Even though I only applied a little bit in the morning, it was still visible after a full day of eating, drinking, etc. I am in love with this lipstick and I totally recommend it for others to buy it as well!”

Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Frost Lipstick – $16 on Sale

In just one sensual swipe, Le Marc Lip Frost Lipstick delivers high-impact metallic shine that’s never sheer or glittery. The unprecedented color payoff comes from concentrated, color-boosting pigments that are triple-milled and enriched with hydrating ingredients—imparting ultimate long-lasting color and moisture. Powerful peptides, antioxidant-rich seaberry, and natural humectants—including meranti and cocoa butter—leave lips feeling nourished. The subtle vanilla taste and scent mimic a decadent dessert.

What Others Are Saying? 4.3 stars by 43 reviewers

“Bought this item while on sale to give it a try and I’m glad I did. It applies smoothly and very noticeable on my deep lips from the very first swipe. Gives a subtle shimmer but nothing that makes you look to juvenile. The packaging has a magnetic top which was a great surprise. Love the wild print as well. It’s sleek and perfect for a clutch! Stays put as well once applied and doesn’t feel dry or caked on, but definitely requires minor touch ups throughout the day. It’s so cute to look at though that reapplying is not a hassle.”

“Thought it would have a little more red, as that’s what the picture shows. Either way, I love the shade, the feel, smell, the packaging, and love the magnetic close!! More makeup should come in animal print. Is snakeskin next?! Glad I got it on sale, rn in my life I wouldn’t pay full price, in the future, absolutely.”

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My Latest Beauty Finds at Mac Cosmetics


Hi there my beautiful lovelies! Hope you all are doing well and staying safe. Today I will share with you my latest beauty finds at Mac Cosmetics. I love the products from Mac Cosmetics.

To be honest, when I first started buying makeup products years ago, I first started at Mac Cosmetics. I love their products but it was hard for a novice makeup person to find her way through Mac. It was hard for me to navigate through the vast collection at Mac. The only item I absolutely loved is their lipsticks. At Sephora, I had someone color match the products to my skin tone, and learn the basics of makeup and beauty products. Once I learned about my skin tone and type along with my products suited to my skin tone and type, I was able to use that to buy more beauty products at Mac Cosmetics.

After a long time, I finally did a small shopping spree (with cash of course) at Mac Cosmetics. I got the following items: Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation, Mac Studio Fix Perfecting Powder, Powder Kiss Liquid LipColour in Got A Callback, and Powder Kiss Liquid LipColour in Over The Taupe.

Mac Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation ($33)

It is a one-step pressed powder and foundation that gives skin a 12-hour ultra-matte finish while controlling shine and without causing acne. It does not look cakey at all. I give a light no-makeup makeup look. This foundation gives skin a smooth and even ultra-matte finish with medium-to-full buildable coverage, with a velvety texture that allows the skin to breathe. M∙A∙C Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation is long-wearing, color-true, non-caking, non-streaking, and non-settling – all for 12 hours.

Mac Studio Fix Perfecting Powder ($29)

A pro-quality, refined loose powder to set makeup with a matte finish. Infused with nourishing ingredients, it wears comfortably without feeling drying. With sheer coverage, M∙A∙C Studio Fix Perfecting Powder is a universal makeup must for beginners and buffs alike.

Powder Kiss Liquid LipColour in Got A Callback ($24)

This is a liquid lipcolour with a whipped, mousse-like texture that delivers soft-focus moisture-matte, comfortable color with ten hours of hydration. I love the way the color looks on my skin tone. The special blend of vitamin E, powders, and emollient properties provides excellent cushion, flexibility, wear, and moisture that will leave lips looking and feeling soft and smooth all day.

Powder Kiss Liquid LipColour in Over The Taupe ($24)

This is a nude tone. I love the color. I love wearing nude colors at work on a regular basis. I again love the way it looks on my skin tone. and the soft, hydrating, and yet matte lip color.

Verdict: Overall, I love each of the products that I got at Mac. Through items, Mac does live up to its reputation as a provider of quality beauty products. While trying these items, I went back to my regular trip to the Mac Store in Union Station in Washington D.C. I love the interactions, the quality you never get online.

My dear lovelies! I hope you enjoy the post as much as I loved sharing it. Please let me know about your favorite products at Mac Cosmetics.

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