TOP 3 FAVORITE FACE MISTS

Ever wondered what facial mists actually do for your skin and makeup??  .....me too!  I will say that I have added them to my daily routine, not only because they feel really good but I do notice that it helps my makeup look fresh and helps refresh my face throughout the day.  After trying a couple different brands...these are the top 3 that have stuck in my collection!

BeautyCounter No. 2 Plumping Facial Mist - This one has such a pretty scent!  I use this in the mornings right when I get out of the shower after completing my skincare routine.  It gives off the perfect mist to refresh and plump your skin - plus the packaging is beautiful and looks so pretty on your countertop :D

Makeup Forever Mist & Fix - I always get this one in the travel size because I use it the least and it's good for traveling.  This one is great for on top of your makeup if you are wearing a full face.  I don't normally wear a ton of makeup (just a tinted moisturizer) but if I have an event or I'm going out on the town, I always spray this on top of my makeup so it doesn't end up looking cakey or dry.

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs & Rosewater -  This one is such a great price...only $7!!  I use it the most and just constantly spray my face throughout the day.  It smells amazing and feels soooo good and refreshing <3

xoxo Lisa

Safe Beauty Products I Love

It's been a while since I hopped on here (sorry :X) but I have discovered some products that I LOVE SO MUCH, so I decided to dedicate a whole post to them!  I have been slowly swapping out my everyday beauty and skincare routine for safer and cleaner products that I can feel confident about putting on my skin!  During that research, I have found some truly amazing brands and products that I am so excited to share with you!

Kora Organics Noni Radiant Eye Oil - I have been eyeing this brand for quite some time and I finally decided to try out this eye oil.  It has a rose quartz roller ball as the applicator and that's what really sold me haha!  It's so nice to put on in the mornings underneath (or on top) of your makeup and also very hydrating to put on before bed.  Since it's an oil...a little goes a long way.

MILK Makeup Blur Stick - I don't normally use a primer but this stuff is beyond easy to apply and doesn't leave your skin feeling sticky.  Plus it "blurs" your pores which I'm sure we could all use a little help in that department :D

MILK Makeup Holographic Stick in Supernova - I was little nervous about this purple-y color so I opted for the mini version but I am OBSESSED!  It's such a cool color and surprisingly looks more natural than I thought.  I highly recommend this if you're in the market for a new highlighter!

RMS Un Cover-Up in shade 22 - If you're looking for a full coverage concealer, this is not for you!  This is very natural and dewy on the skin and provides minimal coverage...perfect for a no makeup day or going to the gym etc.  It's sooo creamy and applies perfectly.

BeautyCounter Brow Pencil in Medium - I have pretty thick brows to begin with but if I do fill them in I usually just use a powder or gel to set them...until I found this brow pencil!  It has a spoolie on one end and a pencil on the other end.  I don't know what it is but I really enjoy using this to fill in my brows.  It looks a bit more polished than just using a gel or powder and pulls my makeup look together.  I don't use this everyday...but when I'm going out I like to get a bit more fancy with my makeup :D

BeautyCounter Lip Sheer in Poppy -  This is my new go-to lip color and I LOVE LOVE LOVE this product!  Not only in this color, but Poppy is my favorite - it's a bright pinkish-red color!  These are the smoothest consistency and a sheer finish so nothing too over the top for everyday wear.  I am on my way to purchase every. single. color! haha  I'm a lipstick fanatic so I enjoy that this is a safe option for my lips!

Alright, sorry for babbling on so much but I hope you enjoy these products and let me know if you give any of these a try! <3

xoxo Lisa

FRESH NATURAL SKIN

Happy Tuesday!  Spring has finally sprung and I could NOT be happier :D  I am in the mood for FRESH, GLOWING, NATURAL looking skin (aren't we all?) and I have been testing out a few new products that help me achieve just that!

Laura Mercier Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer

This stuff is beautiful!!  I use 'warm radiance' and it gives me the perfect glow and a little tan.  It's so lightweight and still shows freckles, but that's what I'm looking for in a natural makeup look!  Highly recommend trying this out!

GLAMGLOW Gravity Mud Firming Treatment

I've been obsessed with this mask over the past year.  Although it says 'firming treatment' I do believe it gives you glowing skin as well!  It's a peel (and so fun to use...it dries metallic!!) so it peels off the top layer of your skin and gives you a refreshed, firm feeling to your face!

Fenty Beauty Glass Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer

After seeing so many reviews on this, I decided to try it.  It's very pretty and very glossy.  It doesn't have much of a color to it but would be great over your favorite lip liner or lip stick.  I also LOVE the smell...it's like a warm vanilla candle from B&BW <3

Enjoy the rest of your week and this gorgeous weather!

xoxo Lisa

PERFECT IN PURPLE + FITNESS FRIDAY

Purple dress (LOFT outlet), floral scarf (LOFT outlet), MK boots (old), MK purse (old)

Lips: Charlotte Tilbury - Amazing Grace

So I just realized that this whole outfit is old pieces and outlet finds so I'm sorry I can't post links to these exact items :X  BUT, this is an easy look to achieve with any sweatshirt type dress and floral scarf!  I just LOVE the colors in the scarf paired with the bright purple of the dress + purple is my favorite color <3

I just ordered this Charlotte Tilbury lip color from Nordstrom and I LOVE it!  It's the perfect pinky, natural color and can be worn everyday.  It is matte so if you don't like that just put a gloss over top!

FITNESS FRIDAY

Here is this weeks workout - PiYo Fusion!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9xC05FRNA8 

xoxo Lisa

SPRING WISHLIST

 

Usually I am the person wearing black all year round....but I am trying to step out of my comfort zone and make sure that when I'm shopping to almost ALWAYS go for bright colors!  Especially for the spring and summer months...you can't go wrong with anything bright, fun, flirty or floral :D  My Nordstrom wish list is never ending but here are some cute new arrivals I am crushing on.

Going from top left to right and down...

Navy floral jumpsuit - this would be so cute with a denim jacket over the top!

Hot pink ruffle blouse

Tan leather slide - these could be worn with ANYTHING! 

Blue & white striped jumpsuit

Off the shoulder floral dress - so cute for a wedding/baby shower :)

Cropped flared denim - love the uneven hem and color of these!

Let me know where your favorite places to shop for spring clothing are below in the comments <3 HAPPY SHOPPING!

xoxo Lisa

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

H&M blazer, black jeans, turtleneck, slides (similar), Tory Burch purse (old), necklace (old)

No surprise here, I'm wearing all black :)  BUT, I adore this necklace and think it's so unique and different!  It was a gift several years ago but I'm pretty sure it's from Charming Charlie.  They have so many different and unique pieces of jewelry and accessories at a GREAT price!  If you're looking to add some statement pieces to your wardrobe...definitely check out their website I have linked for you.  

This look is very simple to put together.  Add a fun necklace to dress it up and make your outfit look "special".  I'm sure almost all of you have similar pieces like this in your closet right now and could put this together in a flash!  

Thanks for stopping by!

xoxo Lisa

FITNESS FRIDAY

JCREW vest, graphic sweatshirt, leggings, tennis shoes (similar), headband

Warm weather and sunshine instantly make me want to start moving and create a new fitness plan for the Spring.  Since the temps are already warming up in DC, it's time I get to it!  Like most people, I get pretty lazy in the Winter and usually end up doing short little workout videos that I find on YouTube - if I do anything at all :Z  

I normally will find a video that I like and do the same video consistently for the whole week.  For example; I found a really good Zumba workout on YouTube and I will do that same routine for the whole week Monday-Sunday.  Once Monday rolls around I will start a new video like PiYo or Pilates and do that for the next week.  This way I don't get bored of doing the same old routine at the gym (elliptical, crunches/legs on the mat, stretch).  It's pretty simple and actually pretty fun trying out all these different ways to get moving and get in shape!  I have named this series "Fitness Friday" as a way to share the workout I chose for the week!  Let me know if you end up trying the video below and I will post a new video every Friday!

ZUMBA WORKOUT!

xoxo Lisa