Next Video

Will have a new video up for you guys hopefully by tomorrow :) Below are two quick pictures from it where I show you how I do my everyday, super light makeup whilst still accentuating my features and correcting my skin tone. I have a work event today, which I'm really looking forward to then will finish up the editing tonight. Hope everyone is having a good day! ♥  

South Beach

Hi beautiful ♥ I hope everyone is doing well. It's been forever since I've shared some personal every-day pictures with you. I have to admit I haven't been the best blogger as of late. I will get back into it soon though! Thanks for still visiting my blog & for your sweet comments :) it means a lot! Last weekend, my boyfriend and I headed to Miami for a couple of days to soak up some sunshine. Even though it was a super short trip (planned literally moments before departure), it was so worth it. We stayed right on the beach and took in the gorgeous views. The ocean was the prettiest shade of turquoise and the water was nice and warm. I love swimming in salt water as it really helps to clear up your skin (try this face mask here). The weather was so perfect, not as hot or humid as I had expected.

 

Parasailing was scarier than what I thought, but so fun :) I think I screamed all the way up to the top

 

But once we were up, we took in the scenic views ♥ very pretty

(Bikini from H&M and sunglasses from Nasty Gal)

Part of the south beach boardwalk - we went running here in the morning

Gorgeous turquoise blue waters

 

One of the pools at the Fontainebleau. 

The hotel was nice but super busy! Great for a group of friends, but next time we will most likely stay somewhere more quiet :)

  

Felt so nice going makeup free for a few days to let my skin breath :)

♥ ♥

 

Sandals from Aldo, shorts from F21, purse Chanel

& my love's red lace loafers are by SSENSE :)

 

We went on a tour of the everglades on an airboat ride and saw live crocodiles and alligators

 

We literally zoomed over all these grassy areas as the boat pretty much hoovers over the water

 

The first alligator we saw :)

 

After the boat ride we watched this mini alligator show where our tour guide explained more about these animals

 

He was so soft! 2 year old little baba (but yes I was a little scared lol)

 

This was a live crocodile we passed whilst walking through the park

 

♥

19 Random Facts!

Hi beautiful :) Hope everyone is having a good start to the week! I have another new video up for you guys and this one is the 19 Random Facts Tag. Thought it'd be a fun little way for you guys to get to know me a little better and find out some new things about me :) I hope you enjoy! ♥

My April Favorites!

Hi beautiful! I'm back with another video, woop! This video features my favorite beauty products from April, I hope you find it helpful and maybe find some new products to try out. What are your favorites of the month? Let me know in the comments. As mentioned in the video, spring (almost summer) has officially sprung in New York and I couldn't be happier with this weather. It is perfect ♥ I've been starting up my power walks and doing some light jogging again, but still have to take it easy. The nicest thing about spring in New York is seeing everyone out and about in pretty summery clothes :) Love it. What is the weather like where you live? 

Hope you enjoy the video! XOXO

April Favorites Recap

• Aussie Hair Insurance Leave-In Conditioner
• Sun In Hair Lightener
• YSL Touch Eclat Foundation (B60)
• MAC Pro Longwear Concealer (NW20)
• MAC Blush in “Melba”
• NARS “Piree” Lipgloss
• Urban Decay “Smog” 24/7 Liner
• Real Techniques Contour Brush
• Nivea Smooth Sensation Daily Lotion
• Vaseline Cocoa Radiant Body Gel Oil
• Bailey Wick “Beach” Candle (purchased at WholeFoods)

Recent Hair & Makeup

Here's a closer look at the makeup I was wearing my latest video! I've been loving "YDK" eyeshadow from my Urban Decay Naked 2 palette recently - it's such a pretty rose gold color. I like deepening the outer corner using "Tease" from the same palette and then smoking out a darker brown on my lower lash line. I recently bought the new YSL Touch Eclat Foundation (shade B60) which I have been so in love with! It's a very natural looking foundation since it's not fully matte. I powder down my T-Zone and leave the rest of the face looking slightly dewy. The blush I'm wearing is called "Melba" from MAC which is a great staple blush to have. It looks great on a lot of skin tones. My lipstick is "Fairest Nude" from L'Oreal with "Piree" lip gloss from NARS - love this combo. As for my hair, I just threw it up into a big top bun (usually my go to hairstyle on bad hair days). I show you how I do it in the end of this video - just fast forward a bit :)

New Video! (10 Makeup Tips)

Hi everyone! I have missed you!! I had a little surgery a couple of weeks ago so I was OUT but am all better now. Filmed a video for you featuring 10 different makeup tips that have been working really well for me. (I apologize in advance for the slight constriction noise in the background - this is what happens a lot in New York!) Anyway I am so happy to have a new video up for you guys. I hope you enjoy! XOXO

10 Makeup Tips

1. Re-blend your foundation using face mist & buffing brush
2. Bring Q-tips with you to remove mascara buildup in eyes
3. Wear a primer if you’re going to be out all day
4. Apply your foundation in natural sunlight to see true color 
5. Avoid touching your face (bacteria, blotchy - use tissue)
6. When blotting, first soak up oil with tissue - then re powder
7. Choose a blue-red lipstick to help your teeth look white – use crest 3D white strips
8. Nude lips are so pretty - but go for the color that’s already on your lips (not scary nude, ghostly)
9. Use a color on your lower lash line to make your eye color pop (purple, green)
10. Use a highlighter - it makes your skin glow and look dewy like real fresh skin
11. Don’t forget to smile!! :)

Products Mentioned:

• MAC Fix Plus
• Real Techniques Buffing Brush
• Q Tips
• Cover FX Clear Primer, Benefit PoreFessional, Too Faced Primed & Poreless
• Red Lipsticks with Blue Undertone: MAC “Russian Red”, NYX “Amseterdam” Lip Crème, MAC “Cherry” lip liner
• Crest 3D WhiteStrips
• L’Oreal “Fairest Nude” lipstick & NARS “Piree” lip gloss
• MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish in “Whisper of Guit”

From Me, To Me.

Hi my beautiful. These past few days I've been a bit "under the weather" to say the least. No matter how ill I might be, I never stop being "me", I still get up and try to pull myself together - brush my hair, apply some makeup and do something which will make me feel good - it makes the healing process more bearable :)

In life, we all go through issues with our friends and our significant others - it's inevitable. We all have relationship issues we wish we didn't. But even during the toughest times, I always remind myself that I am the most important person in my life, and even though I compromise and sacrifice for people I love, I never want to forget myself. My mom and grandmother always taught me to be independent. Every girl loves to be treated nicely (and deserves to if they're a good person), I love romance and flowers and little thoughtful gifts as much as the next. But something which came to my attention recently is, if you want those flowers and if you feel like those flowers will make you feel better, go buy yourself some flowers - don't wait around for someone else to bring you happiness. If you want that beautiful car or those new shoes, work hard and earn money to buy it for yourself. Taking care and providing for yourself is one of the most powerful things you can do in life, especially as a woman.

Life is absolutely beautiful - focus your time and thoughts on those people who show you that (and forget the rest). Remember that people will come in and out of your life, but the only person who will always be there, is you. Celebrate yourself every single day. Today was just one of those days. The roses look gorgeous, and they're from me to me ♥ I hope this will help anyone who's dealing with or has dealt with something similar in the past. I'm going to be bedridden for the next couple of days but will be back soon with some new content. Love you guys! XOXO

Neon Pink Lips

In celebration of today's amazing spring weather, I decided to wear this bright pink lipstick from OCC which I purchased back in October at Sephora. This color is called "Anime" and is pretty much the brightest neon pink lipstick I own. The best way to describe an OCC lip tar is like "liquid lipstick". It comes in a tube-like packaging along with a little brush. The consistency and longevity of this lipstick is really nice but this was the only shade I really loved on my lips (the nude ones just looked to pale for my skin tone). Have you tried any of their shades? If so which one?

I first apply a small amount to the back of my hand, then use a Real Techniques detailer brush to apply it to my lips. The consistency is pretty liquidy (yet very pigmented), so it works great with a brush and it will give you a nice control of the color. It's not ideal for touch ups however, since I'd have to bring along the brush. Overall, I'm just obsessed with this color, so fun for spring! MAC's "Girl About Town" & "Candy Yum Yum" are very similar in color and I love those too. (There are also other dupes for this shade found at the drugstore by brands like Wet n Wild and Revlon.) What do you guys think of this color? XOXO

"Anime" Lip Tar by OCC
"Detailer Brush" by Real Techniques