Speedy How to: Fix Broken Makeup

That the moment your favorite blush hits the cold hard ground is truly a tragedy. You may think, "Well that's 20 bucks down the drain" but fear not I have a solution! All you need is rubbing alcohol too, something you probably already have. I have used this on multiple different occasions and it always works. 

1. Break up all the pieces of makeup until its fine. 

2. Add cap fulls of the isopropyl alcohol till the texture becomes like a paste

3. Smooth the paste it looks good as new !

4. Wait overnight for it to dry! 

5. WAHLA brand new powdered makeup. 

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Haul of Wonderous Items

I did a little mother daughter shopping today so I thought I would share what I picked up because I'm psyched about everything!

First is Ulta. I had a 20% off coupon, but I didn't buy anything huge just some small things I've been eyeing.

Maybelline Great Lash Lots of Lashes Mascara
I was running out of mascara so I needed to pick one up! Maybelline has my favorite mascaras and this is one I haven't tried yet. One of my favorite beauty gurus on Youtube, MissMeghanMakeup, raves about this mascara and her lashes always look phenomenal so I thought hey why not? It was $4.40 with the coupon. I will def do a review on this.

Maybelline Color Show Holographic Nail Polish in Blue Blaze 05
I just now realized that everything but one was from Maybelline... whoops. I think these holographic nail polishes are new and they're so stunning. I have yet to try this line of nail polishes so let's hope its a goodie! I also picked up another shade that I will show right below this. Oops almost forgot to mention that this was $3.19! SCORE

Maybelline Color Show Holographic Nail Polish in Alluring Rose 15
I thought both colors were so stunning for year round that I had to get both. Plus they were such a bargain! I can't wait to paint my nails for once! Also $3.19 :)

Real Techniques by Samantha Chapman Fine Liner Brush 
I'm a huge real technique brush fan. I think they're great quality for a very reasonable price. I have been needing a smaller eyeliner brush for more precision as I hate a really heavy eyeliner look on me and that's all I can achieve with the brush I own now. I think it will be a winner! $4.79              

Maybelline Super Stay 10 Hour Stain Gloss in Pleasing Plum 170
I bought this on a whim as it was marked down to only $2.29! That's not counting the 20% off so it came to only a whopping $1.83. I already tried it on and its pretty rockin. It gives nice look to my lips and is surprisingly moisturizing! The color is definitely something I would wear in the winter/fall, but that's not too far away...



Next is Jo Ann Fabrics where I only picked up one thing. I thought it had a really nice vintage quality to it and I have been need more space to hang my bags and jackets.

On sale for only like $5.50! Man I'm on a roll!

I also stopped in a local boutique where I picked up three really nice clothing pieces. I can't list the store as it's local, but I will list the brands/ sites to hopefully find the items if you like them.

Ya Los Angeles Knit Poncho $30 in size M http://www.yalosangeles.com/Main.aspx
Really like this for year round. I love very baggy, comfy sweater type tops so this was right up my alley.

Cecine Navy Sweater $29.95 in size M http://www.cecico.com/ This is an awesome lightweight sweater I can't wait to wear for fall and winter. Love the detailing on the side. 

I put on the flash as the detailing wasn't showing up 

 

M. Rena Unique Printed Top with Lace Detailing along the back $50 in One Size fits all http://www.m-rena.com/

I love the huge arm holes as it's pretty flattering with a bandeau. I love the pattern and loose fit of this shirt. Definitely a "me" piece. 

Back detailing 

Speedy How to: Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment that Kicks BUTT

Helloooo. For this next How to I wanted to talk about conditioning your precious hair. In the summer time the heat, pool, and sweat will leave your hair feeling just plain old nasty. So it's especially important to deep condition your hair in the warmer months to revive and moisturize your locks. This is the easiest conditioning treatment I have used because its cheap, natural, and effective. COCONUT OIL. This is all you need. Pick it up at any grocery or health food store and you won't regret it. I will be doing a whole post on the benefits of coconut oil in the near future as well.

1. With dry hair, goop on a hearty amount of 100% pure virgin Coconut Oil (magic). Don't be afraid to get the scalp as this is a good oil that will help with your hair's natural oiliness
2. Let it sit anywhere from 10 minutes to overnight to penetrate it with all of its goodness
3. In the shower shampoo your hair before it gets wet as this will remove the oil more effectively
4. Condition as usual or skip, but I always condition because my hair is naturally pretty dry and frizzy.
5. Air dry or style as usual and WAHLA beautiful, shiny, soft mane you will have

P.S. I try to do this at least once or twice a week. I wouldn't do it anymore because it can cause buildup.

Fashion at the Moment

Flower crowns. High waisted shorts. Crop tops. This is your basic outfit of way too many girls between the ages of I wanna say 14-18. And quite frankly when these trends first started I liked it. The whole boho, effortless vibes was something I totally dug. Until everyone and their mother and their mother's niece was wearing a Coachella inspired "hipster" if you will style. The stores of Brandy Melville, Urban Outfitters, and Topshop ate this shit up. Giving girls hundreds of different washes of "vintage" looking short shorts and a basic white crop top became all too easy. I am totally for dressing how you want to dress so I'm not saying that this look is something you shouldn't wear, but I would like to see more variety. Fashion to me is about the patterns, shapes, colors, and the masterpiece you become when you put on the clothes you love. I think of fashion as makeup in the sense that I can become who I want and feel good while doing it. I would like to say I loved clothing right out of the womb, but then I would be lying to you. I first remember my love affair with designing clothes when I was around 9 or 10. Since then it has been something I have loved and cherished. I could do a whole post about my journey with fashion if I end up thinking that's interesting enough. For now I just want to give a piece of advice that will probably end up sounding cheesy but I will tell you anyway. Don't be afraid to wear something because its not what everyone else is wearing. Choose to wear things that make you happy because they will. I find it pretty incredible that wearing a certain outfit can impact a person's confidence and mood.
This is my first all fashion post and I really want to continue to do more even though it might be a challenge snapping outfits I wear. This will be  something I will definitely  have to work on  and for now this is just an introduction of sorts <3

Back to School? Eh.

Sadly, summer has to come to a close. And for a lot of us, its ending sooner than we would like. I think everyone deserves time to do things they love with the people they love so my summer break has been great. I haven't done anything extravagant, just fun little things here and there. It seems as though its one of my best summers yet for a few reasons. 1. I had a great season with my softball team. I just ended tonight, which is very bittersweet as my teammates have become such good friends of mine that I spent practically my whole summer with. 2. I really got into shape/eating healthy as I have had more free time and motivation to be a better me. 3. I started this blog! I only started it 20 days ago out of a mix of curiosity/hope. I wanted to start a little project for myself as I didn't find a job to keep me occupied most of the time. I use it whenever I have free time, but I also try to carve out some time for posts. Its been a really great thing that makes me feel happy and proud. 4. My friendships have grown stronger than ever. I have four awesome best friends that I feel are closer to me now more than ever. I think that the future holds exciting things for me and I can't wait to take a fresh start on my journey. I will be facing one of the toughest school years yet, junior year. The words ACT and college sum up most high schoolers junior year. I am optimistic about my academics next year as well as my social life. I feel myself wanting to take charge more and look for better things to be doing. I hope that one day I can look back and know all the little things are what add up to make one big great thing. So for now I bid you goodnight and I hope you have had and are having a truly spectacular summer <3