March Beauty Favorites

Yes it's that time again....Favorites time! This month I have some new products that I tried out and am excited to share! Check out my video below or head to my beauty channel and find out what I was loving in the month of March.

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What were your favorite products last month?

December & January Lifestyle Favorites!!

One of my New Year goals was to pay more attention to my lifestyle channel,which I will admit is in need of some serious attention, but it starts with one foot in front of the other. That being said I filmed a video today that is all about my lifestyle favorites for the months of December & January.

The topics include; food/drink, movies/tv shows, gluten free, house hold items, and much more!! I wanted to do a quick post to let you know that I have a lifestyle channel and blog. Some of you may not know that, but it's true!! So hopefully you will go and check out both! Please remember to subscribe if you like!!

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Thank you - Kendra xoxo

January Beauty Favorites

I can't believe January is coming to a close- I hope everyone's New Year is off to a fabulous start. Find out what beauty products I was loving this month! What were your favorites?

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November Favorites

It's that time again! You guessed it-monthly beauty favorites! I am so excited to share with you what I have been loving for the month of November. Some new goodies as well as some oldies that I found myself reaching for alot.

You can head over to my beauty channel to find out what products I was reaching for the most.

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September Beauty Favorites

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September has come and gone and that means it's time for beauty favorites once again! I can't believe how quickly this year is flying by! I still don't know where the summer went.

I hope you are all having a great start to the new season! Head over to my channel and SUBSCRIBE for more fun Fall videos!!

What were your September beauty favorites?

July & August Beauty Favorites

Well it is that time again! I can't believe how quickly the summer has come and gone! I had a fantastic summer and I hope you all did too.

I didn't do a July beauty favorites, because I kept it pretty low key as far as beauty products were concerned so I wrapped July and August into one video! I hope you enjoy seeing what I loved this summer.

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What were your favorites this month?

PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Dove Refresh + Care Invigorating Dry Shampoo, Pacifica Indian Coconut Nectar Body Butter, Katy Perry Meow Perfume, Beyonce Heat Perfume, *Hydroxatone, Nicole by OPI in Kourt is Redy for a Pedi, L'oreal nail polish in Pistachio Dream, China Glaze in Neon & On & On, Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation, L'oreal Magic Lumi Primer, Real Techniques brush, Maybelline Color Tattoo in Barely Branded, L'oreal Infallible eyeshadow in Bronzed Taupe, Revlon lipstick in Siren, NYX Mega Shine Lip Gloss in Dolly Pink

June Beauty Favorites

Another month has come and gone and it's time to talk all about our favorites!! This month was a bit skim on the beauty products for me. I was sick this month and so it really cut into my beauty time. Nevertheless what I did end up using...I LOVED!

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Garnier Fructis Fortifying Shampoo

Conair Instant Heat Curling Iron

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer

AE Bohemian Perfume

Teasing Brush (Target)

Ralph Lauren Aviator Sunglasses

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder

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May Favorites: Beauty, Hair & Fashion!!!

I can't believe that June is here! That means it is time for May favorites!! Last month was a bit of a different month. I really only used a handful of products and stuck with them.

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Products Mentioned

Revlon Smoky Shadow Stick in Torch
Revlon Lip Butter in Creme Brulee
MAC Lip Liner in Magenta
MAC Lipstick in Nicki 2
NYX Mega Shine Lipgloss in Sugar Pie
NYX Mega Shine Lipgloss in Salsa
Wet n Wild Palette in Silent Treatment
Tresseme Tres 2 Hairspray
Kenra Heat Styling Spray
Fedora Hat (Target)
Well Worn T-Shirts (Target)
Neon Owl T-Shirt (Target)
Lace Tank Top (Target)
Jean Shorts (American Eagle)

What were you loving in May??

April Favorites

So I guess another month has come and gone and I missed the gone part! Ha! I am sooo late posting about my April favorites, but it's better late then never! Right?!

If you haven't read my new big news I started my beauty channel on YouTube! It's a little rusty, but I think once I get the hang of it, it will be sooo much fun! I think the biggest thing is finding my groove! Still have the training wheels on! Anyway completely off topic!

This past month was a mix of new products and products I have rediscovered that were in my collection! I hope you enjoy and don't forget to check out my video about these products and my thoughts about them! I will post a link at the bottom!! If you like, please show love and subscribe!! YAY! Thanks for all the support!!

from left to right:

1. Philosophy turbo booster C powder
2. L'oreal Revitalift Miracle Blur
3. MAC Sheen Supreme Lipstick in Quite A Thing
4. Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush
5. Rimmel ScandalEyes in Nude
6. Maybelline Color Tattoo  in Barely Branded
7. Pacifica Tuscan Blood Orange Body Butter
8. Khroma Joystick Lip Lacquer in Sea Coral
9. MAC Mineralize SkinFinish Natural in Medium Plus

Check out my video about my favorites HERE!!!!

What were your favorites this month??

March Favorites

Hi! I hope you all are having an amazing Saturday and enjoying your long weekend! I am on my way to Kemah Boardwalk with my little family and decided to post my March Favorites on the road! It's a beautiful day here in Texas!

So let's get to it!

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1. Biosilk Beach Texture

Now that Spring is in full gear and summer is just around the corner I have been using this product like crazy! I love this time of year, because you get to have what I call "lazy hair days". It's a put together kind of messy! I love to let my hair dry about 90% and then spray some of the Beach Texture in it and scrunch. I also love that it gives my hair a break from all the heat tools. There are so many different beachy salty sprays on the market right now, I like this one because it smells amazing and gives me that beachy texture without leaving my hair with that gritty feeling some can. You can also make your own salt spray, check out my recipe here!

2. L'oreal Nail Color in Royalty Reinvented

This made an appearance in one of my Manicure Monday posts and all I have to say is that this is the perfect color for this season. I think I will probably be going back for other colors in this collection. 

3. Covergirl & Olay Simply Ageless Concealer in Very Light

I have been using this product like crazy over the past couple of weeks and I have to say I am really impressed with it. I will be reviewing this product very soon, so I won't go into too much detail, so stay tuned!

4. Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner in Perversion

I have had this for quite some time and have used it a couple of times, but for some reason this month I have pulled it out and been using it alot! It works amazing on the water line and is a deep true black. I also love using it on my upper lid and smudging it out to create a quite smoky look.

5. Revlon Lip Butter in Cotton Candy

I know that these have been raved before by me, but with this bold lip happening I can't help but use my Cotton Candy Lip Butter. It's perfect for a day to day bold look. It has enough pop of color without being too over the top. Great for those quick out the door days, it allows you to stay with the trend!

6. L'oreal Telescopic Shocking Extensions Mascara

I am so in love with this mascara. It has proven itself and I will definitely repurchase! This holds up to high end mascaras. Check out my review here!

So that concludes this month's favorites! What were you loving this month?

February Favorites

I am in shock that another month has flown by. I can't believe it's time for February favorites!  This is a bit of a quick favorites post due to the fact that I am still in shambles from the move to Texas. Whew!

I have to say that I really went back to some basics for this month. There are a couple of new products, but I kept it really low key this month, because of all the packing and shuffling around. I had to tone it down a bit this month and use products that made me feel put together, but were super quick and easy.

1. The Naked Palette

I think that this is a product that is an essential for any makeup lover, from beginner to expert. There are so many looks that can be created, from day to night wear and it packs up really easy! I should know it has been everywhere with me on my travels lately. So many times this month I would create a daytime look and then would have to quickly create and evening look and this makes it easy, just layering some of the darker colors with what I already had on.

2. Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo in Inked in Pink

This is one of the newer products that I have picked up and I have been waiting to try this for quite some time. I have used these shadows before in other colors and loved them! I have to say the Inked in Pink is amazing because you can swipe it across your lid and go! Not to mention the color is so beautiful and I am not normally one to wear pink shadows, but this one is to pretty to pass up!

3. Essie's Fifth Avenue

It's no big shocker that I am a huge fan of Essie's nail polishes. This month I have been obsessed with Fifth Avenue, it's the perfect intro to Spring. It's a color that you don't really need to think to much about.

4. Maybelline Vivids Lipstick in Pink Pop

Helloooooo gorgeous! That's what I thought when I picked up Pink Pop. This is definitely going to be my favorite lip color this Spring as far as pinks go. It is the perfect pink. It's eye catching but not too over the top! I love using it with a basic, naked eye. This really shows off the color! I highly recommend this one if you are looking for some new Spring colors!!!!

5. Revlon Nearly Naked Pressed Powder in Light

I normally am not one to use a powder, because I have extremely dry skin. Usually I find that these dry my skin out more. However, I heard some really great things about this powder and thought what the heck I'll give it a go! Boy am I glad I did!! It is fantastic! It really helps seal my foundation. I don't have to use very much to get the job done either which I love! Two thumbs up for this product!!

6. Makeup Forever HD Foundation

I have always loved this foundation, but with the discovery of the Revlon ColorStay I had put it on the back burner, but pulled it out again this month when I ran out of my Revlon! I forgot how much I love this foundation. The coverage is excellent and it lasts and lasts. It also is really gentle on my dry over sensitive skin. My shade is #117.

7. Mac Extra Dimension Skin Finish in Whisper of Gilt

This product is so gorgeous and I normally leave it for evening wear, but with Spring just around the corner and my look for the month really being that of a basic nature. I thought it added a little something extra to pull my look together this month. It makes my skin look fresh and dewy, which works great, because of my dry skin. It really adds some life to my face!

So there you have it! Another month of favorites! 

What were your favorite products last month??

January Favorites

I can't believe another month has gone by!! With that being said it's time for another favorites! Yay! I will admit I get really excited when I get to talk about my favorites! I love sharing what products I am loving and I also love reading or watching others favorites!

So without further ado...here are my favorites for the month of January!!

I have to say that for some reason this month I had quite a few lip products and I think it's because I really struggled this month with my lips being so dry! It was a real pain but I think I have a good combo that seems to be working for me!

OLAY SILK WHIMSY MOISTURIZING BODY WASH 

I usually use It's Raining Men from Lush as my body wash, because my skin drastically improved in terms of dryness after using it. About a week into this month I ran out!!! Out of convience I ran to the drugstore to try and find something to hold me over until I could make my way to Lush. 

I picked up the Olay Silk Whimsy Moisturizing Body Wash and I have to say that I am LOVING it soooo much! First of all it smells amazing! It has a really beautiful rose scent, but not just that it really has kept my skin hydrated!! I was pleasantly surprised, because I haven't been able to find a body wash from the drugstore that doesn't dry my skin out!! Very impressed!! A bonus is that it is a fraction of the cost of my regular body wash, which always helps!! 

 
 L'OREAL VOLUMINOUS POWER COLLAGEN MASCARA

I have been loving the L'oreal Voluminous Power Collagen mascara this month! This is probably one of the easiest mascara formulas to work with in terms of build-ability. I also really love the wand, it is a big bigger than the average mascara wand, but it allows the application to be completed in a couple of swipes!! No muss, no fuss! Plus this product can be found at the drugstore so it is easily accessible!

 SWEET LIPS LIP SCRUB

As I mentioned before I really struggled with dry lips this winter, more than usual. :( I have gone through so many products this winter to try and get things under control. One day this month I was in picking up some bath products from Lush and they had these Sweet Lips Lip Scrubs by the till and I decided "what the heck why not I have tried everything else!" Well to my surprise this has been a miracle! It has really helped remove the dry skin. Bonus being that it smells and tastes like honey! Yes, you can eat it!! I know it's almost like a little beauty treat!!! 

C.O BIGELOW ROSE SALVE

This is the second part of my amazing lip combo to combat dry lips this winter! I picked this up at Bath & Body Works on a whim! What caught my attention is the fact that this is a multi purpose product, it can be used on lips, knees, elbow, cuticles, etc. I figured if it didn't work for my lips I could put it to other use, but it has exceeded all my expectations. It's amazing!! I have also put it to other use, other than my lips. 

As I have mentioned in other posts, my skin is super dry and my knuckles split in the winter, which doesn't look nice, but is also soooo painful and I have been using this product on them! It really helps heal faster and works well to prevent the splitting! I really recommend this product if you suffer from multiple dry skin problems!!

  

 VICTORIA SECRET ANGEL PERFUME

I received this perfume in a gift set from Victoria Secret for Christmas and I can't get enough of this scent! It's super feminine and pretty! I think it adds an extra element of coziness in these cold winter months.

The scent is described from Victoria Secret's website as;

"Sparkling plum, sheer violet,and amber."

REVLON COLORSTAY ULTIMATE SUEDE IN HIGH HEELS

I couldn't wait to try these lip colors, I had heard really great things and just had to see for myself!! I picked up the shade High Heels, which I thought was a really cute name first of all. It's this really pretty pink and the formula was really interesting to me. It glides on almost like a satin lipstick but dries like a lip stain and is very matte. I also like to put a gloss over top to give a different look! I will definitely be going back for more colors!

TARTE AMAZONIAN CLAY BLUSH IN EXPOSED

This is such an amazing blush formula. I really love how this blends out onto the skin and the fact that it lasts all day! I think that Exposed is the perfect everyday color. I have fair skin, so if you have fair skin and are looking to try a new blush I recommend this one! I already want to go back and get other colors!! LOVE!

BURT'S BEES TINTED LIP BALM IN HONEYSUCKLE

I can't tell you how much I love the Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balm! It's so yummy, especially in Honeysuckle! I love anything honey flavored or scented! This is the perfect product to keep in your bag, because it keeps your lips hydrated in this weather and has a slight tint so add some glam! 

So that concludes my January Favorites! What beauty products were you loving this month?? 

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November Favorites

I can't believe another month has passed by again! November is finished, which is ok with me since my favorite month of the year is here! I have officially gone into Christmas mode! Yay for December!

Anyway I wanted to share what products I have been loving this month and there are quite a few, so this post might be a little longer than usual. :S

Click the jump to read all about my November favorites.....

October Favorites

Happy November 1st! I can't believe October is over and done with and in saying that I wanted to share a few products that I couldn't get enough of last month. It's time for my October favorites! I will link all the products so that if you want to read more about them you don't have to go searching!

Since the weather has become drier I always like to make sure that I have good lip products that keep my lips from chapping. I have tried so many different lip products, everything from drugstore to high end and I found two last month that I absolutely fell in love with and have kept my lips in great shape.

The first is the Burt Bees original lip balm. I love this stuff! I am a huge fan of mint and this lip balm is the perfect mint, but not just the flavor it is so nourishing. Here's what Burt Bees has to say about the product;

"Give your lips the soothing feeling they deserve. This natural lip balm is loaded with coconut and sunflower oils, rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids, to nourish, condition and soften lips. Beeswax seals in hydration. We've even added peppermint oil for a refreshing tingle. No wonder it is our most popular product."

I highly recommend this product if you are trying to find a good lip product that you can carry around with you this winter. I also love that you can pretty much find this product anywhere.

The second lip product that I found and was loving for the month of October was the Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15 in Rose. I wasn't sure if I would like this product at first, because I usually tend to steer clear of anything rose scented. I am usually not a fan, but this product has restored my faith in the rose scent. 

I love that this product offers SPF which even though the weather is changing and our climate doesn't see as much sun so to speak, it is still important to remember SPF.

I also love that this product offers a slight hint of juicy color to the lips. I also love the formula, it is soft and creamy and to be honest every time I put it on I just can't wait until I get to reapply it again! This lip balm is a bit pricy but well worth the splurge if you want to treat your lips to a luxurious product!

The next of my October favorites is the Sonia Kashuk Eye Makeup Remover. This one I actually picked up while I was in the US and I am not sure if it is available in Canada, I got mine at Target. I wanted to include it though, because it is amazing! 

I have a really sensitive eye area and can't use just any old product. This product is so gentle and feels like you are removing your eye makeup with plain old water. The formula allows you to remover eye makeup with out any tugging or pulling of the eyes. It even works on tough to get off water-proof makeup.

I also love that this product is inexpensive compared to some makeup removers, running around the $10 mark.

You simply shake the bottle to activate the remover, it separates into two colors, a white and a lavender when it sits. Once shaken it becomes a milky-lavender like consistency. It feels great, it works amazing and I recommend you try it if you can get your hands on some!!

 Another of my favorites was the NARS Laguna Bronzer. This is the ultimate bronzer I must say and I know it is a top favorite in the beauty world. It is the perfect texture and adds the most amazing glow.

I have extremely dry skin and sometimes I run into a complete fail when trying to find a bronzer that works. If the product is too chalky it literally flakes right off my skin as my skin has a really hard time holding onto products.

This bronzer buffs really well into my skin and stays put. 

The only down side to this product is that it is pricy, but for me personally I justify it because I haven't been able to find anything else that works quite like this bronzer. 

If you are like me and suffer from dry skin and are looking for a product that will stay put and give an amazing glow then I recommend this for you! I get mine at Sephora!

As I mentioned a few times throughout this post my skin is really a delicate issue and I have to really go through a trial and error process for most products. Something that can really be a big issue for me is foundation. Finding one that works for my skin type is just that, a process.

I have dry skin with various spots of hyper-pigmentation so I usually have to find something that is rich and moisturizing, but that gives me great coverage and that combo can sometimes be a difficult one.

However, that being said I found one last month that I actually fell in love with and that is the Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Treatment Makeup SPF 18. 

I was a little confused at first because it was being called a treatment makeup and I wasn't sure what to expect as far as the formula goes, but I must say it is great. It definitely feels luxurious for a drugstore foundation, almost like a serum. 

I also really became a fan of the applicator which is a soft fluffy sponge. Not to worry it is anti-microbial! You simple click the tube and the product fills the sponge tip and then you can apply it to the face.

I will apply mine and then use a foundation brush to buff it in. You could also use a sponge or fingertips! Just remember that whatever you use needs to be clean to avoid transfer of bacteria.

I am in the color Buff Beige, but there are twelve shades to choose from, which is a decent selection, there should be something for everyone. The formula is light weight and I would probably say this is a light to medium coverage, but because of the serum like formula, it offers really great build-ability. 

Probably the best feature for me about this foundation is the fact that it doesn't flake or become chalky on my dry skin. That would be the deal breaker for me, but after using it for just about an entire month I haven't run into that problem yet.

I also found myself loving the Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil in the color Ransom.

It is the most beautiful purple color and the formula is perfect. Something great about this eye pencil is that is is soft and doesn't rip up the eyes when trying to apply it, which can be common for some eye pencils. You don't need to worry about warming up this one!

It has great staying power for a pencil and I must say that can be a hard feature to find. I usually don't use eye pencils for that reason, they usually don't last very long and move around to much on the eye. This one however can be used on the water line and still wont budge.

I will definitely be going back to grab the black for sure! 

They are pricy, but if you are looking for a good eye pencil they are well worth the money. Again I found mine at Sephora.

Another favorite beauty product of October is the every so famous Urban Decay Naked Palette. I am a little late picking up this product, simply because I wasn't sure I wanted it in the first place. It is definitely a pricy product as far as eyeshadows are concerned, but I broke down and picked it up and I am SO glad that I did.

I love the colors, they are perfect for this time of year and they are one of the best textured eyeshadows I have ever used. 

When you purchase the palette it comes in a beautiful case that I really appreciate, because it makes traveling with it a breeze. You don't need to worry about the shadows breaking. It also comes with a really nice brush and a baby sized Primer Potion, which is their version of a eyelid primer and it is the BEST!

There isn't a shade that I dislike, which says alot about the thought that went into this product. So many looks can be created from it, both day and night!

Watch for my everyday eye Naked Palette tutorial!

Last but not least I have to give an honorable mention to the Wet 'n Wild eyeshadows again.  These are at the other end of the spectrum compared to the Naked Palette, speaking with regards to price of course.

They are such a gem find for October! Really inexpensive, they are perfect for any budget really and the quality I must say is something to talk about.

Walking on Eggshells

They have amazing pigments and the formula of the shadow is very soft and transfers beautifully. Although because it is soft it is a little dusty. So if you use them make sure to tap your brush well before applying the shadow to the eye so that you have minimal fall down.

All in all a great product though and it is really nice, because when you can find something that is inexpensive but really can hold up against the more expensive products it really is exciting!!

So there you have it! My favorite products for the month of October!! 

Please let me know what your favorites were!!