Beauty and the Budget: Skincare

So in this segment of BATB, I’m going to tell you about my favorite inexpensive skincare products.  There is a common misconception that expensive products will be more effective than cheaper ones, and sometime this is true.  But most of the time, you can find great products on Amazon or at your local drugstore that […]

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Fitness Firsts

So in the past few months, I’ve been on a real health kick, and I’ve seen positive results in a few different aspects of my life.  In addition to losing weight, my skin has improved, I feel good almost every day, and I haven’t even had one nasty cold since winter started!  It is so […]

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Inspirations: Week 7

1.  In case you missed it, Lady Gaga’s Grammy’s tribute to David Bowie was incredible.  Arguably the highlight of the entire show, and this comes from someone whose cousin won two Grammy’s with Taylor Swift! (via Glamour) 2.  I’ve been rocking this hairstyle since I was a little girl, so someone should hire me as […]

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Beauty and the Budget: Haircare

I love discovering new products, but I hate how much money I’ve spent over the years trying to find the best ones for me.  One of the reasons I started this blog is to help people skip all the spending and go straight to the products that work!  So today I present to you some of […]

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Inspirations: Week 6

1.  I love my iPad, but theres nothing like a real book.  (via PopSugar)  2.  Before you love someone, you have to love yourself. (via PopSugar) 3.  I love everything Kate does, so I can’t wait to try her recipe for Green Goddess Hummus. (via Cookie and Kate)  4.  I consider Lush to be a seriously underrated mecca of […]

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Bring on Spring!

It’s official: the groundhog did not see his shadow, so an early spring is forecast!  Spring is my favorite season; I love watching the flowers bloom and feeling the weather get warmer.  Even though its only February, I’m already dreaming of the seasons changing, so here’s a few ideas to make the wait a little […]

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Dry Skin Defense

You know the old saying, “the best offense is a good defense.”  In this case, protect your skin before a problem arises!  I wrote a post at the beginning of the season about some products I use, but I’ve improved my routine since then… Cerave Healing Ointment – it took me years to finish up a tub of […]

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January Beauty Buys

Happy February!  In honor of the first day of a new month, I’m going to share my favorite new products from last month… Nexxus Diametress Headress Leave In Conditioning Crème Klorane Make-Up Remover Water with Soothing Cornflower Beautify Acrylic Cosmetic Makeup Organizer CoverGirl Super Sizer by Lashblast Mascara Maybelline New York Color Sensational Vivid Matte […]

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Inspirations: Week 4

1.  With this 7-minute workout, you are out of excuses!  I can’t wait to try it. (via Byrdie) 2.  Ever see your favorite bloggers’ Instagrams and feel totally envious of their globetrotting?  Now you can buy some of the gorgeous accessories they buy without leaving your house – even if I totally need a vacation. […]

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Inspirations: Week 3

Sorry for the late post; I’ve had a crazy week at work, and my 1996 car finally bit the dust on the coldest day ever.  Here’s what’s keeping me sane this week… 1.  I love Chriselle Lim’s blog, and basically everything she does is flawless, so I really want to try out her detox smoothie recipe. […]

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