This weekend I had the great joy of modeling for the very first time! This was an actual paid modeling gig! The organizer of a wedding show contacted me via Instagram and asked me to model wedding dresses at the show. Of course I said yes! What could be better than dressing up in some…
Read MoreThe Beauty Guru's Gift Guide
This weekend is the biggest shopping weekend of the year! But fear not Christmas is still 3 weeks away so you have time! Here are some of the best items to get the beauty lover in your life! Aveda Products– You might think that shampoo is a lame Christmas gift but trust me these products…
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My newest obsession is wigs. I’ve always loved dying my hair fun colors but since my hair is black it’s very difficult and hard on my hair. I honestly don’t know why I haven’t tried wigs before now! It lets me have different hair colors and styles without doing major damage to my hair. I…
Read MoreThe Best Shampoo For Thinning Hair
I’ve been looking for something to help with my increasing hair loss. The amount of products out there for this issue is pretty overwhelming. Most times, if you’re unsure of the reason for your hair loss it’s hard to pick the right product. I was nervous to use something because a lot of the product…
Read MoreHow To Choose Your Eye Shadow Colors
Makeup is meant to be a fun, beautiful way to express yourself. Because of that I honestly feel like when it comes to colors there’s really no rules. It’s all up to what you like and what you want to do with your style. I think of the face as a canvas for a painter.…
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The Secret To Healthy Skin
Ever since I was a little girl my mother instilled in me the importance of skincare. As I grew up and became more interested in makeup and beauty products my love of skincare grew. There’s a lot of areas of my life that I don’t feel very disciplined in but I do have a very…
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After photo using the full contouring technique in video one
How To Contour A Round Face Shape
I used to find the thought of contouring my face very intimidating. I’ve always felt like I was fairly capable when it came to applying makeup but contouring was a whole new ball game. I tried several different powder palettes with no success. It wasn’t until I went to a Maskcara “how to” class at…
Read More7 Things You Need This Summer
Summer is in full swing here in NC! It’s around 98 degrees and 100% humidity everyday! Or at least that how it feels 😉 I love summer and being outside in the wonderful sunshine! Along with that love comes the need for some major sunblock and beauty products. Here are some of the things I…
Read More5 Tips For Using A Curling Wand
As previously stated my hair is very straight, fine, and thin. This doesn’t make for easy curling! Growing up the main thing I found that worked was hot rollers. Now I use my curling wand! It’s one of the few things that’s actually worked and made my hair hold a curl for extended amounts of…
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June Birchbox
As you probably know by now if you’ve been following my blog, I LOVE subscription boxes. Not only does it feel like my birthday whenever I get one they’re also a great deal! Birchbox and Ipsy are the two beauty product subscriptions I use. My Birchbox is only $13 a month and the samples I…
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