updated skincare routine- transitional weather

I thought I would do an updated skincare routine as we approach transitional weather. My skin gets super dehydrated this time of year, sometimes even more than in the middle of winter so I love use hydrating products like Moisture Surge and Kiehl’s midnight recovery oil. Here is my current morning and evening routine: AM…

skincare for beginners

Recently I was having a conversation with my cousin about skincare and I realized how overwhelming it can be for a beginner like her to know where to begin. There are so many options out there and it’s difficult to get started with a routine that is simple yet effective. So I thought it would…

currently loving

You think it I’ll say it-  This collection of short stories was a refreshing read and a great start to the new school year. I didn’t want each of the stories to end and was left wanting more. I wonder if the author will turn any of them into a novel! I also highly recommend Prep…

current skincare routine

I wanted to post an updated skincare routine now that we are in this transitional weather here in New York, and I’ve been really happy with the products I’ve been using lately. One of the most important things I can do for my skin is to keep my routine consistent. If I try a bunch…

tatcha the water cream

I am usually not a sucker for packaging and didn’t even know how nice the packaging was for this product, but oh my goodness!! This is probably the most beautifully packaged beauty product I have ever purchased. Not only is it beautiful to look at, but it applies like a dream and leaves my skin…

best of beauty 2018

It’s that time of the year again! This past year was especially important in terms of skincare and makeup routines. Since I was pregnant, I wasn’t sure which products might break me out so I stuck with a very simple routine, didn’t really try anything new, and was happy to see that my skin balanced…

five ways to take care of yourself- my self care routine

As a (very) new mama, I find it’s even more important to carve out some time each day to take care of myself. Here are some things that I’ve been doing to get in some me time and do the things that I enjoy, now that our daughter is here. Honestly though there are some…

current beauty favorites

 farmacy sunscreen– I’ve been loving this sunscreen recently and use it before applying my foundation. I use it regardless of whether my makeup has spa or not. It is unscented, very lightweight, doesn’t break me out and instead of leaving a white cast, melts right into my skin. Another winner from a terrific brand. bobbi…

spring sephora haul

I thought I would treat myself to some new goodies from Sephora since it had been a while. The reason why I wanted to stop by Sephora was to get a new fragrance. I took home a few samples and fell in love with this one the instant I tried it out. Most importantly though…

current beauty favorites

I’ve been trying to take good care of my skin during this transitional weather and find that it loves milky cleansers and more hydrating products like facial oils. Here are some things that I’ve been enjoying lately. Lancome Lait Galatée Confort Comforting Makeup Remover Milk My mom introduced me to this cleansing milk and my skin…