Mary Kay® Glamor Look VoxBox

My VoxBox arrived in the mail last week from Influenster and I love the Mary Kay® products they sent me to test. I was happy to try a new makeup brand since I mainly use Mac, Urban Decay and Clinique along with some cheaper brands such as Revlon and Maybelline.

The Mary Kay© kit came with:

~  Lash Love Lengthening Mascara (I ♥ Black)
 ~ Mary Kay Lash Primer

~ Cream Eye Color in Violet Storm

~ Cream Eye Color / Concealer Brush

~ True Dimensions Lip Stick in Pink Cherie

I was impressed with the quality of Mary Kay's makeup products. My favorite is the lipstick ~ I love the smooth/creamy texture which is moisturizing like a chapstick and I really like the color they chose to send me (Pink Cherie).

The lash primer and mascara looked great on my eyes. I've never actually used Lash Primer before but I can see the difference in the density of my eyelashes, which aren't usually very thick or long. The mascara brush is different from all others I have tried and is designed to prevent clumps.

The Cream Eye Color was super easy to apply. The color - Violet Storm - looks like a dark purple but, when applied, it goes on very lightly so it works good for my skin complexion.

I will definitely be purchasing some more eye colors for everyday use.

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes

What's your experience with Mary Kay® products?

Adios Bellas!

High Five For Friday

It's Friday. That's enough to put a smile on my face...along with the white chocolate & macadamia cookie I had for breakfast. (I blame my coworker for this).

Breakfast of champions?

Linking up today with Lauren for High Five for Friday:

1. New Sunglasses for Summer purchased from Aldo on our NY trip (2 for $12).

2. Quick and healthy dinners at home - BBQ chicken with spinach & mushrooms.

3. I'm so excited my Mary Kay Voxbox arrived in the mail this week. Review to come soon on the products they provided me to sample.

4. Visited Downtown Disney on Thursday with my coworkers for "team building" day...turned out to be more like team drinking day ;-)

5. Finally got to use the gift certificate that K gave me for our anniversary last night. New mani & pedi just in time for the weekend. I love this turquoise color for summer.

 

Have a great weekend

Summer Must-Haves

With the holiday weekend in just a few days, I wanted to share some of my summer must-haves and fave products for 2013.

#1 - Mix and match bikini tops & bottoms from VS.

#2 - Banana Boat Sport Performance Sunscreen - I swear by this sunscreen and have spent 5+ hours in the sun without burning.

#3 - A Nice Big Beach Bag - I got this one for free after spending $70 at VS. It looks small in the photo but it fits everything I need - 2 towels, a change of clothes, snacks/water bottles and everything else you need to take with you to the beach or pool.

#4 - Waterproof Mascara - I use Maybelline Volume Express Turbo Boost and it works great.

#5 - A Cute Hat - I found this Straw Fedora for only $9.99 from Charlotte Russe.

#6 - Self Tanning Lotion - I've been using ULTA brand (and Jergens Glow in the past) to get a little head start. It doesn't make you look like Snooky. Promise.

Joining the Wildcard Wednesday Linkup today for the first time...

What's your must-haves for fun outdoors in the sun?

High Five For Friday

Wow, this is officially my 100th post! I feel like only joined the bloggy world yesterday... but I'm happy with the direction it has taken and hope to continue to meet many more funny, beautiful and inspiring ladies in this space.

I'm also gonna have to start planning a giveaway to offer my lovely followers very soon!!

Joining Lauren today for H54F.

 

 (*sorry for the super tiny pics. My blog template restricts me from using anything bigger. I gotta get that fixed.)

#1: We're headed to St. Pete, FL tonight to see one of my favorite bands - Slightly Stoopid! I saw them about 5 years ago but their music has grown so much since then... I'm excited!!

#2: My new goodies from Ulta (saved $100 using my rewards card and several coupons & promotions currently going on). Several products I decided to try after reading Whitney @ I Work Yoga Pants to Work's "What's on my Face" post including Revlon's PhotoReady Foundation and Benefit's High Beam Highlighter.

#3: Having fun last weekend with one of my best friends and her housewarming party.

#4: New favorite snack - Flipside pretzel crackers, with pepper jelly and brie cheese. This is also an awesome finger food to serve at parties.

#5: Painted my nails for the weekend with a sheer pink nail polish called Sheer Blossom. Light or nude colors are much harder to mess up!

Cheers to the weekend!

 

Beauty Buys for ma Birthday

G'morning!

I had a little fun shopping online at Ulta.com recently and decided that my birthday this week was a good enough excuse, right? I've been bored with my makeup and wanted some new additions so I can start experimenting with different "looks".

I got the Brow Kit by Anastasia Beverly Hills for fuller, more defined eyebrows.

High Definition Liquid Concealer by Smashbox to cover up blemishes and lighten under the eyes.

I got a few different pairs of false eyelashes to wear at upcoming parties & weddings.

 

Also the Sunless Tinted Lotion by Banana Boat to try to keep somewhat of a tan going during the colder months, even though it's still like 80 degrees here in Florida...in December. Craziness!!

And I got this 10-piece beauty bag free for spending over $35. 

I am still experimenting with my Naked palette & have recently resorted to watching YouTube tutorials to learn new tricks ;-) (I still suck though).

I'm also linking up for the Tell Me About It Tuesday blog hop.

   

Hope you have a great day!

Product Review: Tarte Pure Maracuja Oil

A couple months ago I received this small purple bottle along with some items that I ordered online from ULTA. I had no clue what Maracuja oil was so I put it to the side and kind of forgot about it. Last week I decided to do some research online.

Turns out Maracuja oil is a nighttime facial moisturizer. After reading about all the benefits mainly the 3 listed below, I decided I must try it:

Smoother: Moisture-rich formula replenishes & hydrates skin
Firmer: Nutrient-rich essential fatty acids repair & rejuvenate skin
Brighter: Vitamin C awakens skin for a healthy, radiant complexion

I have been using it every night for the past week and I LOVE it!  It makes your skin extremely smooth and is perfect for this time of year when the cold weather tends to dry out your skin. It isn't oily and absorbs very quickly also it doesn't have a bad smell...it smells okay. For the past 10 or so year, I was using an Oil of Olay facial moisturizer daily and nightly and so far I prefer how my face feels and looks with Maracuja oil, at least for the nighttime. 

Instructions: After you get out of the shower, rub 2 to 3 drops into the palms of your hands and then spread evenly on your face and neck.

Downside: The tiny bottle of Tarte Maracuja oil is $46 retail at Sephora and Ulta, which is a huge bummer!!