Giveaway featuring NAKED & Kat Von D Palettes!

For those of you who don't know, my good friend Jessika and I are doing a collab giveaway on YouTube featuring...

...Urban Decay's NAKED palette...

and...

The Kat Von D True Romance palette AND the High Voltage Eye Primer in the color Stellar!

For giveaway rules and how to enter, check out my video below!

Update...plus Rockaholic, Tan Towel, and Birchbox

Hey guys!

First off let me give you all my BEST apologies for ignoring my blog for more than 2 months. I have been so incredibly busy :( this is just going to be a quick update!

So my younger sister is attending cosmetology school, and is now able to purchase products from a place called Cosmo Prof, which sells salon brands slightly cheaper than available anywhere else. She was kind enough to let me go with her and I'm extremely glad she did.

Here's what I bought:

For those of you who aren't familiar with Tan Towel, they are AMAZING. I consider them one of my favorite products along with Sun Labs self-tanner. They are half body towelettes that dry in seconds with literally no mess. I got the Tan Towel PLUS which is for medium to dark skin tones. They are available online here!

I also got a few Rockaholic products and I've never tried any of them out before. I bought a dry shampoo, dry conditioner, and a hair spray. I'll let you know how it goes!

And here was my June Birchbox:

Until next time...xoxo

First Tattoo!

Hey guys!

As a lot of you requested, here are some pictures of the tattoo I got yesterday! Let me know what you think. To me, it symbolizes the cross as being a gift...hence the pink bow/ribbon :)

ELF 100 Eyeshadow Palette

Hey guys!

I bought the $10 ELF 100 eyeshadow palette from eyeslipsface.com about a month ago, and have just been experimenting with different looks and colors. I thought I'd show you some pictures and swatches from my latest review video!

On the left is the ELF color...on the right is a drugstore brand

On the left is the ELF color without anything...on the right is the color used over a primer + a damp brush for better application

Over primer and applied with a damp brush

Also over a primer and applied with a damp brush

Watch my video review below!

Until next time...xoxo

Start of Spring Quarter!

Hey guys!

Today was the first day of spring quarter for me. I only have one class on MWF, so today was pretty good!  I went to a spin class with my friend after my regular class, and I'm going to try really hard to make it a habit at LEAST twice a week!
Anyways, this past week I did some shopping...of course...what else is new?! I took a trip to Sephora...

Anyone ever tried any of these products?! I must say, the erase paste from Benefit is amazing. I also love the mini emergency kit, it has so many things such as hairspray, earring backs, a nail file, elastics, a tampon, stain remover, and much more in such a small cute pouch! I saw the BUXOM eyeliner and just had to get it...the fact that you can use it for a shadow, liner, and smokey eye sold me. And last, this product from Ojon Hair seems similar to Tresemme's Fresh Start products...we all know we have those days where we hit snooze one too many times and end up having to skip washing our hair because we will be late to class, work etc. So I wanted something I could throw in my purse in case I needed to spritz my hair and freshen it up. 

If you have tried any of these, please let me know what you think! I'll be doing video reviews soon :)

I also stopped by Sally's Beauty Supply...

I've been looking for some oil for my hair, just to do a weekly hair treatment/mask to keep it healthy and shiny. I'll be doing reviews on this as well!

Also stopped at Forever 21...duh...

I can't wait to do an "outfit of the day" video for this...oh gosh! LOVE this skirt!

Until next time...xoxo

OOTD+Shopping Haul

Hey everyone!

It's been a long Sunday for me. My dad was preaching at a church an hour away this morning. My sister, my boyfriend, and I woke up at 7 am to go with him for support. Then we all went out to eat together! Here's my outfit of the day since some of you requested I do more:

My jacket is from Kohl's and is by the brand Candies, it was on sale for $20. The white top is from Hollister for $29, more pictures of that one below :) the jeans are Hollister Oceanside Super Skinny I think they were $40. The shoes are Vans from Journey's for $39. The earrings are from Charlotte Russe and were part of a set!

Andddd this is my sister for those of you who have not met her yet :)

I look very asian here I think...due to waking up 15 minutes before we had to leave :/

And now for my shopping haul! So I will admit I may have a bit of a shopping problem...but I went to T.J Maxx this past week and got some great deals. I also went to work on Wednesday at Hollister Co. and picked up 2 shirts. So here is everything I bought:

I think this top is so adorable...definitely a top for those days I eat at an Indian buffet...I literally eat 5 or 6 pieces of nan bread with my curry! This is from Hollister Co. for $29.50.

This was on a mannequin paired with a navy cardigan, shorts, and a brown belt! So cute :) this was also $29.50.

I got pair of Jessica Simpson sunglasses and a pair of Michael Kors sunglasses!

These were $12

These were $20

Aren't these adorable?! I got them for $50...online they are $88! They only had 1 pair and it happened to be my size :)

They are a little dirty...I wore them a few times :)

For those of you who wear contacts, this is a perfect little way to carry your contact case and solution!

 They also make a jewelry case...perfect for traveling :)

 The zipper is a ring

 Everything inside is removable

 Of course I had to get something for my dogs! This is perfect for going to the park.

Hope you guys enjoyed! Until next time... :)

St. Patty's Day

It seems as if today is a day to celebrate, especially since it also signals the end of finals, and the end of the quarter for me. The appropriate thing to do must be to go out and "celebrate", whatever that means. But  honestly, after a long week of cramming, missing sleep, and getting off work at 10:30 tonight, the most relaxing thing I can do is just sit. Sit down, relax, unwind, check my e-mail...these are all things I do and to me, it's comforting even though I sound like I'm in my 50's, not a 21 year old college girl!

Ever hear the saying/question "Have you ever felt alone in a crowded room?" Well, have you? I feel like that describes me most days. Right now, in this moment, being alone is so peaceful. Sitting in the quiet with only the sound of the computer humming. Don't get me wrong, I love going out and being with my friends and loved ones. But sometimes, you just need YOU time. In this crazy life, we sometimes forget about ourselves because we are so wrapped up in pleasing others, taking care of others, going to work, worrying about bills, running errands, meeting deadlines, cramming for school, stressing out, among many other things. I crave times like this, the whole house asleep at midnight...these are the best times to relax and talk to God.

What about you guys...do you ever crave alone time? An escape, if only for a short time? Or would you rather be surrounded by people?