June Birchbox

I feel pretty bad posting another one of these so soon but at the same time, I wouldn't want to skip one, so I will start trying to post more. Getting to this months birchbox, wow I was so much more impressed. Last month's box was a bit of a disappointment, so it was really nice receiving this month's box to refresh the bad impression left by last month. If you don't know what Birchbox is, refer to the link for Birchbox Info. 

Kate Spade Twirl

 I loved this stuff, and it had a spray applicator. I hate it when fragarance samples just have a cap. It smells very fresh, crisp, and feminine. It's definitely what I would imagine Kate Spade's fragarance to be. Its sweet, but not obnoxiously so. I mostly smell vanilla and citrus.

More Kate Spade Twirl

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Lotion

I have the most awful oily skin, and not many products suit it very well, but this stuff is AMAZING! I couldn't believe it when I read on my birchbox card that this isn't even in stores yet. I would compare this to Clinique's dramatically different gel. It's just a tab bit thicker. It's great for summer because it's cooling and light. I found it to be really mattifying, so I even used it as a primer for my foundation, which worked really well. It kind of creates a good four hour barrier to combat oil from my skin.

Laura Geller Blush-n- Brighten in Apricot

Anything from the Laura Geller Baked Collection has been on my wishlist for a while. I was sad to see this brand leave Sephora before I even got to try it. I've really only seen it on QVC (yes, I watch qvc and I love it). Even better, this is a full sized product valued at $30.   I've been using this all this month on it's own without highlight or bronzer. The marbeling in this allows me to have it all in one application. I will say however, it doesn't have the greatest staying power.

Blush-n-Brighten

As for the other 2 products, herban essentials towelettes and Xen Tan, I'm saving them for vacation. If you're interested in my critique of them though, tell me in the comments below and I could definitely review them during next month's box.

Happy Summer!

Beachy Waves Tutorial

We may not all love their fashion choices, but you've got to admit, Mary-Kate and Ashley have amazing hair. They always look like they've just spent the day at the beach even though they are both crazy busy. This look is great because it's achievable for almost all hair types and it requires no heat! I bleach my hair so often I always worry about frying it, so I probably do this look about 3 times a week. People tell me my hair looks so healthy when I do this.

The Look

 Products

  

Paul Mitchell Super Sculpt Glaze, Paul Mitchell Soft Sculpting Spray Gel, and Paul Mitchell Worked Up Hairspray

 How To

1.) After shampooing and conditioning , allow your hair to set in a towel for 30 minutes. (I suggest brushing hair before getting in the shower to prevent tangles as you can't brush your hair at all during this tutorial, otherwise it will loosen the wave to much).

2.) Add about about a quarter sized amount of glaze to your palm.

3.) The key to this look is flipping your hair upside down rather than upright. Scrunch the product into your hair adding more as needed for about 3 minutes.

4.) To add extra body and hold, liberally spray gel into your hair, and scrunch upright for another minute or so.

5.) If you plan on sleeping on this look, I highly recommend a lightweight hairspray such as worked up.

6.) Style the look. It's hard to tell in this pic (sorry!) but I usually twist both sides of my hair for a bohemian look.

So that's about it! It usually only takes me about 10 minutes to style after the towel. You can definitely sleep on this look and not worry about it flattening out which is awesome for those mornings when you just don't feel like messing with your hair. 

I do this look the night before, hence no makeup and glasses. I hope this inspires other girls not to be so afraid showing their imperfections. I love makeup just as much as the next girl, but I also think it can be so empowering to accept your natural unfinished self.