A few weeks ago I went to a beauty event at Nordstrom and had the opportunity to sit down with a few of Charlotte Tilbury's lead makeup artists. I always use that time to ask questions, listen and most importantly LEARN about new products and makeup hacks. It's so much fun for me. ...
How To Do Beach Waves When You Have About 5 Minutes
You may have seen me wearing these beachy waves here and there on social media and I am loving this incredibly EASY and quick hairstyle. This is my go-to look when I'm in a time crunch.
Per your request, I posted an IGTV sharing how I get these beachy waves from start to finish. Head over to my Instagram to check it out!
Before I started using the Bed Head Wave Artist, I used the One Step Volumizer Hot Air Brush and the Gisou Heat Protecting Spray. ...
10 Products to Upgrade Your Summer Beauty Bag
It's always this time of year where I pursue a "less is more" approach to my summer beauty routine. I try to find products that give me breathable coverage, dewy skin, and of course, double as my SPF. But there's more to summer beauty than just SPF — and if we're being honest, we should be wearing it year-round, right? ...
This 4-Step Skincare Regimen Guarantees Glowing Skin
It goes without saying that no matter what type of skin you have, we all want it to feel hydrated, smooth and radiant. If you've kept up with "Beauty Talk", you know my struggle with hormonal acne and uneven skin tone has been going on for quite some time. But since going to my dermatologist, I've learned to simplify my routine and focus on the ingredients I'm using on my skin. ...
The Clean Beauty Brand I Can’t Stop Using
A few months ago I went to a local popup in Dallas focusing on clean beauty. As someone who has been striving to make improvements in her beauty and skincare routine, this was a real treat for me! When I was perusing the shelves of various products, I came across Necessaire — a brand I have seen trending all over social media but hadn't been able to try myself. ...
What I Packed in my Hospital Bag for Labor and Delivery
It's been 2 weeks since we've been home with baby George and I'm constantly asking myself what life was before this little one. While it has been a big adjustment, I don't think we've ever been happier.
I know many of you have requested a "hospital bag" blog post and it's still a question that continues to pop up in my inbox. The reason I didn't share this before baby was because I wanted to wait and see what we actually used and what we could have left at home. You guys know I am a minimalist when it comes to packing and I wanted to keep it that way for the hospital. ...
My Pregnancy Skincare Routine
Since finding out I was pregnant last October, I knew I needed to make some changes in my skincare routine. And while I love getting to test new things, I'm pretty loyal to my skincare products. But when I started talking with my doctor and researching on my own, I learned many of them were not considered "pregnancy safe" due to higher amounts of Vitamin A or Salicylic Acid.
Thankfully my doctor and nurses were very kind and generous with their time and let me send them product labels of anything I was questioning. Since each pregnancy is different, I would recommend asking your doctor and nurses before trying anything new. ...
How To Do a Hair Detox (and Why You Should)
We've all heard that a detox can be a great way to restart your body, but have you ever tried a hair detox? If you are someone who uses dry shampoo, colors your hair or wants to extend your blowout, this might be something worth exploring. ...
The Sephora Spring Bonus Event is here!
The Sephora Spring Bonus Event is here! And if you are a self-proclaimed beauty junkie or simply wanting to update your beauty bag, now is the time to take advantage of these site-wide discounts. I listed below my tried and true products that can all be found on sale. Let me know if you pick any of these up during the beauty event! ...
How Double Cleansing Changed My Skin
You guys know I swear by double cleansing. Ever since my dermatologist recommended it to me a couple of years ago, I've been loyal to this Japanese skincare regimen.
I broke it down a few months ago in this blog post and have mentioned it a few times in our newsletter, but I wanted to share a more detailed update on HOW to double cleanse. ...