What's HOT HOT HOT Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Palette BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 21,2014

What's HOT HOT HOT- Quick reviews to make your shopping fast and easy!

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Palette
From left to right
Luminous Flush- Champagne Rose
Incandescent Electra- Cool toned peachy coral
Mood Exposure- Soft plum

PACKAGING:

-Comes in a plastic gold case (Looks fancier than it is)

-Palette contains 3 miniature versions of Hourglass's Ambient Lighting Blush (0.11 oz each)

FORMULATION:

These blushes have the same texture as the original Ambient Lighting Powders. They are very finely milled making it super soft and blendable. The Ambient Lighting Blushes combines the best of a blush and highlighter in one. These blushes are nicely pigmented yet give a settle color along with a beautiful glow on the cheeks. They are not shimmer or glittery. I like using my MUA BB/CC cream brush to apply. I notice that if you use a duo fiber brush it tends to take off the actual color and if the brush is too dense you can end up looking like a disco ball.

You can purchase this palette for a limited time @ Sephora stores as well as Hourglass's online site

The palette is a bit on the expensive side retailing at $58, however given the price of a single blush which retails for $35 you are getting yourself a good bargain.

This palette makes great for travel and not to mention a great gift for makeup lovers this holiday season! 

Lazy Fall Day Makeup Routine- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 20, 2014

As much of a makeup addict I am, I still have my lazy days where I do not want to do anything. But life is unpredictable, so I devised myself a quick little standby routine that I can easily apply with no fuss and still look somewhat presentable.

Step 1: Foundation/Concealer 

Any makeup look always starts out with a good base. On my lazy days esp. when I have to leave the house quick I don't like to fuss with heavy foundation. My go to product this season has been my Maybelline Pure BB Cream. I just apply it with my fingers and viola! It is super easy to blend and has great coverage. After I apply my BB Cream it is time to cover up my dark under eye circles. I been loving the Cover Girl Ready Set Gorgeous concealer. It covers my pesky under eye circles and brightens up my complexion as well. Even on days where I don't apply any sort of foundation I still apply concealer on my under eye circles. Trust me it makes all the difference in the world!

Step 2: Powder

Any time you wear any type of liquid product, it is always a good idea to set it with a powder. Powder not only keeps your makeup on but also blends your foundation a little more. I been using my Maybelline Dream Wonder powder quite a lot this season. When I first bought it I didn't really like it. It made my skin really shiny and my foundation cakey, however I started to apply it with a lighter hand and it's been working pretty well keeping my makeup together. 

Step 3: Bronzer/ Blush

Just to give myself a bit of color. I like to contour a bit with my Rimmel Bronzer and the blush I been obsessing over is my Benefit Dandelion. It is a pretty netural pink that is great with all looks and skin tones. 

Step 4: Brows

I don't like to put on eyeshadow on my lazy days but I do like to fill in my brows a bit. It makes me look more alive and not like I just rolled off my bed. The Maybelline Master Brow has been a holy grail. It combines my brow color and gel in one so all I have to do is apply and I get nice looking brows.

Step 5: Lip color

Probably the easiest step. Just take you favorite lip color swipe on and go. I been using my L'Oreal Balm in Tender Mauve. It is perfect for fall and a great all around neutral color that won't wash you out. 

XOXO

Chef Sisi: Roast Beef Sandwich w/Sautéed Zucchini "Pesto"- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 19, 2014

A delicious and easy sandwich great for either lunch or dinner!

How to Make:

Zucchini "Pesto"

This really isn't what you expect when you hear pesto. I call it pesto because it has a very similar consistency and used as more of a condiment. Take a zucchini and shred it into tiny long strips. Sautéed it in some salted butter along w/ garlic & onion powder, chicken bouillon, salt & black pepper to taste and if you like it spicy add some dried red pepper flakes.

Cook until it's a little brown and set it aside.

Take you favorite bread (I used this white challah like bread from Wal-Mart (it is soooo good!) and spread some mayo on each side. Put a nice thin layer of your zucchini "pesto" on one piece of bread and top with mozzarella cheese. On the other side of bread layer some roast beef (I used a deli style from the Sara Lee bread which also can be purchased from Wal-Mart). Top with tomato or whatever other veggies you like. Sprinkle a bit of balsamic vinegar, put together and ENJOY!!! 

Get To Know Me WOULD YOU RATHER BEAUTY TAG- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 18, 2014

1.Would you rather go out with messy hair and nice make-up or Nice hair and no make-up?

Messy Hair & Nice Makeup (Messy Hair is def. more laid back and plus I'm not much a hair person)

2.Would you rather shave your eyebrows or have your eyelashes fall out?

Shave my eyebrows, I can always draw them back in but putting on false lashes everyday... nope.

3.Would you rather be forced to shop at only MAC or Sephora for the rest of your life?

Sephora, they have a variety of brands.

4.Would you rather wear lipgloss/lipliner look or 80's perm?

Lipgloss/lipliner look

5.Would you rather leave the house with an obvious foundation line or overdone blush?

Overdone blush, I can always lie and say it's a new trend, there is no excuse out there for poorly blended foundation.

6.Would you rather wear MC Hammer pants or biker shorts in public?

MC Hammer pants duh (can't touch this)

7.Would you rather have a bad orange-y spray tan or really weird tan lines that can't be covered?

Weird tan lines, I love sports so I can always say I got these tan lines from playing soccer

8.Would you rather have a bad haircut or bad hair color?

Bad hair color, you can always find some way to change it.

9.Would you rather have youtube or twitter taken away forever?

Twitter, YouTube is too entertaining. 

10. Would you rather give up using makeup brushes or mascara? 

Quick & Healthy Fall Lunches- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 17, 2014

1. VEGGIE WRAP

Take your favorite tortilla wrap and spread some hummus on it. Then layer your favorite veggies on it. My favorite hummus is the Trader Joe's Garlic Hummus. As for veggies I like romaine lettuce, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and shredded carrots. Before rolling it up top it off w/a bit of balsamic vinaigrette. 

Example from www.myrecipes.com 

2. SALAD IN A JAR

Take a mason jar and layer your veggies. Start with your favorite lettuce (I like romaine it is heartier and sturdier) then continue layers with veggies like beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives even chicken or qunioa. Store your favorite dressing in a small separate container to prevent the veggies from wilting. 

Example from www.theyummylife.com

3. EGG SALAD SANDWICH

You can make this the night before.

Chop your boiled eggs and mix with vegannaise (healthier alternative to mayo and actually pretty good), salt, black pepper, paprika, and a touch of garlic powder.

You can also add a celery stalk for extra veggies and crunch.

Spread on your favorite bread (try Ezekiel Bread- sprouted grain bread and super good for you) add some spinach and VIOLA!!!

Example from www.seriouseats.com

Get to Know Me: Skincare Tag- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 16, 2014

SKINCARE TAG

-How many times do you wash your face daily?

2 Times (Once in the morning and once in the evening)

-What skin type do you have? (dry,oily,combo)

Dry, sensitive, & acne prone

-What is your current facial wash?

Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne Facial Cleanser (Morning)

Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser (Evening)

-Do you exfoliate?

Yes

-What brand do you use?

Mario Badescu

-What moisturizer do you use?

Mario Badescu Ginseng Moist Cream (Morning)

Vaseline Deep Moisture (Evening)

-Do you have freckles?

Nope

-Do you use eye cream?

Yes

-Do you or did you have acne prone skin?

Yes

-Did you ever have to use Pro-activ?

Yes once and it almost completely destroyed my skin...

Current Reading- BLOGTOBER OCTOBER 15, 2014

Never Have I Ever: My Life (So Far) Without A Date
by Katie Heaney

I been really stressed the last couple of weeks so like most people I needed a good laugh. 

Never Have I Ever is Katie Heaney's memoir and her experience or lack of experience in the dating world. She is pretty much the white version of Mindy Kaling. She is super hilarious and witty yet totally relatable to the everyday girl. I highly recommend this book for anyone out there that needs a good laugh!

Sisters by Raina Telgemeier

At first glance I admit it looks like some little kid's book. But trust me people of all ages will love this coming of age story focusing on the relationship of 2 sisters (Based on the author's own life). I was intrigued by this book because much of the story is a parallel to my own life and relationship with my younger sister. The book is written in comic form so it is pretty entertaining to read. 

Both of these books are available at book sellers nationwide as well on the Kindle and Nook.