Happy Monday ladies!  How was everyone’s weekend?  I hope all my east coasters were able to safely enjoy the snowstorm.  I spent most of my weekend staying warm and cozy right here inside the apartment.  There was no way I was trekking through the snow to head out to holiday parties and what not.  But now that the storm has passed and I’m able to make it out for a little more holiday shopping, trust that I will be passing by my local M.A.C. counter to pick up some digs from their new winter collection aptly named Warm & Cozy.

Launching this week, Warm & Cozy by M.A.C. is the perfect winter collection including lots of yummy neutrals as well as great skincare to help soothe and heal what the harsh weather has caused.  Earthy combos have always been my fav so I feel like this collection was made just for me! And with the Mineralize All Over Lotion and the Care Blends Essential Oils, my skin is sure to start feeling divine!

Check out some pics of the collection below and head to maccosmetics.com for some fabulous samples of makeup looks.  And in case you were looking to place an order online, enter promo code OVERNIGHT at checkout for free overnight shipping until tomorrow evening.

Until next time ladies…  xoxo

Hello my lovelies!  Today I thought I would share with you some tips that I learned on a recent trek for the perfect red lipstick.  I’m usually one to stick with nude or very neutral colored lips, so going red and actually finding one I liked was definitely a huge feat for me.  And although I didn’t settle on one that I absolutely had to have, I have not given up on my search.  So once I find my match, I will definitely post an update to let you guys know.

These are some of the great tips I picked up from several makeup experts along my way:

If you have fair skin- Choose a red with coral undertones

If you have medium or golden skin- Choose a true red or shades with pink to cranberry undertones

If you have dark skin- Choose a deep red with burgundy or warm undertones

For application tips, try the following:

1. Exfoliate your lips and apply lip balm before applying red lipstick to minimize the appearance of flakes and cracks on the lips
2. Fill in lips with a matching lip liner first to make your color last longer
3. Dot just the middle of your mouth with a clear lip gloss to add some depth and shine
4. Outline the outside of your natural lip line with a highlighter/concealer and powder to prevent bleeding

Well I hope those tips help you out!  Stay tuned for an update on my search for my own red lipstick.

Until next time my lovelies…  xoxo

Now a couple weeks ago I told you all that I would be attending some of the Shecky’s events that were being held in NYC.  Well I did and they were fun!  I purchased some fabulous shadows, one of a kind jewelry, and of course some skin care products.  I also received the infamous Shecky’s Goodie Bag, which came loaded with what else…  goodies!  So I wanted to share with you on this BCB Eco-Friday a brand that I came across called Noah’s Naturals.

I had never heard of Noah’s Naturals before, so when I found some of their products in my goodie bag I was super excited.  I love discovering new organic skincare!  And most importantly, I love bringing it back to share with you.  So Noah’s Naturals is a skincare, body care, and hair care line that is pretty much affordable for anyone!  You can usually find it at your local WalMart and Longs Drugs or online at drugstore.com.

They have two lines called Noah’s Naturals and Organics by Noah’s Naturals that are a family of natural and organic beauty care formulated with the highest quality of natural ingredients and essential oils.  They are certified organic and best of all they are members of 1% For The Planet meaning they donate 1% of all sales to environmental organizations worldwide.  Noah’s Naturals do not contain parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, petrolatums, propylene glycol, artificial colors, phthalates, or animal byproducts and are not tested on animals.  Their products smell good, feel good, and really work well with my tempermental skin.  I actually really, really like it!

The following are products I have tried and genuinely enjoyed:

Grapefruit Shower Gel
Hand Salve with Jojoba and Soy Wax
All Day Moisture with SPF 15 for the face
Rosemary Lip Balm
NEW Age Defying Brazilian Body Polish with Acai Berry

For more information on Noah’s Naturals and their products, visit www.noahsnaturals.com.

Until next time my beauties…  xoxo