The Best Skin Exfoliator and Face Scrub I Have Ever Used ..

Happy Sunday Beau!!

As many of my readers know I have worked in the beauty industry for about 10 years. I started when I was in high school and instantly fell in love. With that being said - I have tried so many products within those 10 years. These were either purchased by me, given to me from the company I worked for, or won through a contest. Brands can include, Kate Somerville, Dr. Gross, NARS, Estee Lauder, GlamGlow, Kiehl's - just to name a few.

When I tried the Acure Organics Brightening Facial Scrub Sea Kelp + CGF I knew this was it! I received a sample in my Birchbox a few months ago and I am so happy I did. For the price it is absolutely amazing! Taken from the Acure website - the product description says, "'Seas' the day with natural exfoliation from the ocean!  Organic Sea Kelp gently exfoliates your skin while French Green Clay and Organic Lemon Peel remove impurities from your pores. Organic Chlorella Growth Factor and Argan Stem Cells help stimulate new cell growth while providing a deep cleansing, brightening experience. 'Sea' the difference today!"

Click read more below for pictures and my other favorite and glamorous scrubs!

My Shopping Outfit of the Day ... OOTD

Hi Beauties!

I have been in such a blah mood recently. I need to get more motivated because I start my internship again soon! I think it's the cold weather. It has been brutal outside. I am currently in the works of making some beauty products but more details on that later.

On to more fun things to talk about ... shopping! I had to go to the mall to get mascara, pay a bill, and to get a pair of sneakers that I desperately needed to work out in. I wanted to get some ankle boots but I am waiting until they go on sale (I never buy anything full price - unless it's designer and I know it's either going to sell out or not go on sale.)

I wanted to show you a glimpse of what I wear when I go shopping, I haaaate when girls wear heels or tight jeans when they are going to do a lot of walking and probably going to be trying clothes on. It's not cute!!!!! Anyway, I think you should be comfortable. This is what I wore to the mall the other day.

Jacket: Helmut Lang .. from Fall '14 but similar here

Sweatpants: H&M 

Scarf: H&M ... similar here

Shoes: Gucci ... from last year but find exact shoe here

Bag: Forever 21 ... again bought in fall but find similar here

Coffee: Starbucks obviously!

Click read more below to see what I bought and more pictures!

3 Things You Need To Have in Your Home - and a sneak peak at my new apartment!

Hi Beauties!

I haven't been able to blog that much due to work and the holidays. Now ring in the New Year - I made a promise to myself that I will publish a blog at least twice a week! With that being said, I have been recovering from a herniated disc the last few months. Yesterday, New York finally decided to snow, after having such a dry or rainy season. I live on a really big hill and needless to say I slipped, fell and back to the hospital I went. Ugh!!! Do NOT wear UGGs in the snow or in slippery conditions .. I can almost guarantee you will bust your ass.

On to the blog post ... I just moved in to my new apartment and I am in love. It took forever to get here but it finally happened. Besides beauty and fashion I love to decorate. I believe having an a home decorated and organized can make you feel so relaxed. I also love scents - candles are my favorite because of the soothing glow that emits fragrance into the air. Below are three things that I think should be in your home that are in mine!

A Cozy Comforter
You should get into bed and feel so comfortable that you don't want to get out in the morning! Although you have to unless you want to be homeless because life - well we won't get into all of that. Let me give you a word of advice .. your bed should never have anything else on it other than pillows, comforter, sheets, your dog, etc. Don't ever take off your clothes and put it on your bed - or my biggest pet peeve, putting a purse or shoes on a bed. Your bed should be clean - sheets washed once a week!!! I could go on and on. I haven't bought my new mattress yet, but this is the bed set I bought for my room. Doesn't it look so comfy?!

A Buddha Statue Candle Holder
Okay this is a necessity for me! It brings me so much zen. This candle holder is also the statue of a Buddha which is known for protection, relaxation, and warding off negative energy. I have the candle Marshmallow Fireside from Bath and Body Works which is a really warming scent for me.

 I bought my Buddha candle holder from Party Lite about 6 months ago and it has been discontinued. But you can find one similar here!
Find the Marshmallow Fireside Candle Here! - on sale now for $10 that is 55% off!!

Memory Foam Bath Mats
I can not stand the feeling of a wet floor when I get out of the shower. I love stepping out onto my new memory foam mats. I got them from Home Goods for FREE! haha I had a gift certificate from Christmas so I didn't pay a dollar.

As you know Home Goods is inconsistent with product and not available online so I found a similar one here! P.S. isn't my shower curtain so chic!

I hope you all will implement at least one of these into your home! I promise you will love it! On that note - goodnight I'm going to watch tv next to Buddha :)

Top 5 Favorite Drug Store Products!

So with Christmas just around the corner your wallet probably seems lighter than ever. Need a holiday party makeup look, or just something for every day? There are definitely products that are worth splurging on .. however these products you don't have to! Here are my top 5 favorite drug store products at the moment.

1. Foundation - L'Oreal True Match Liquid Foundation
L'Oreal True Match is the ONLY drug store foundation I will use. It is comparable to MAC Studio Fix. It is oil free and medium to full buildable coverage. It leaves a  semi matte finish and makes your skin look even. It is also super easy to blend and stays all day. I wear W3 in the winter and W5 in the summer. $6.99-$11.99

2. Powder - L'Oreal True Match Powder

Again L'Oreal does it again. This also is the ONLY drug store powder I use. It is great for carrying in your bag for touch ups throughout the day. It gives a matte finish and I use the same colors that I use in the liquid. $8.99-$14.99

 

3. Eyebrow Pencil - Maybelline Define-A-Brow

I love love love this brow pencil. I use light brown and it has a little warmth to it. Although it is no Anastasia, it is a great, cheaper alternative. $4.99-$7.99

 

4. Blush- Hard Candy Fox in a Box 

 
I love these blushes! They are similar to the Benefit boxed blushes. With Spicy & Sweet you can do at least 8 different colors combinations. You can find these at Wal-Mart for $6.00

5. Eye shadow - NYX Cosmetics

NYX eye shadows are almost EXACTLY like MAC eye shadows but HALF of the price. They are very, very pigmented and easy to blend. $5.00-$7.00

 

In this picture I am wearing each and every one of these products!

Happy Shopping!! I hope these drug store finds leave you as happy as they have made me :)

 

Top 5 Advent Calendars for Christmas! A Great Holiday Gift Guide ...

Hello Gorgeous! 

So we are a week away from December! This is my favorite time of the year. Not just because it is my birthday month but because it's Christmas time! And no, I don't love Christmas for the sheer fact of presents (although that is a plus). I absolutely love the spirit, the kindness, and the decor around me. I like to call my mom and I Christmas Crazies!! We both love to decorate and shop for others. 

Have you every heard of an Advent Calendar? Of course you have! It is those calendars that you pop a chocolate out each day until December 25th. It is very popular in the UK! To make it a little more fun I have gathered 5 Advent Calendars for the Fashionista's and Beauty Lovers out there. It is a great holiday gift to your boss, your best friend, or your daughter! Okay let's get started ... 

 #1 Starbucks Advent Calendar - $29.95 www.Starbucks.com

If you know me you know my love for Starbucks! This is a perfect gift idea with chocolate covered grahams and even a $5 gift card! The best part is the tins are reusable on the magnetic chalk board that hangs perfectly. You can use this as a monthly calendar all year round or a to do list.

#2 Benefit Cosmetics Advent Calendar - $99.00 www.Ulta.com

What I LOVE about this Advent is that Benefit has included their best selling products in this calendar. Any beauty lover would be obsessed with this. You receive 24 deluxe sample sized products including, POREfessional primer, They're Real Mascara, and Highbeam Liquid Highlighter. The only downside is this year they included a few hair ties and a doodle pad. Last years was ALL samples and much more worth it! But still a great gift idea.

#3 Yankee Candle Advent - $24.99 www.Yankeecandle.com

Who doesn't love Yankee Candle? It is always a top gift for family members on my Christmas list. This advent calendar is awesome because each day you get a tea light that you can light. Scents can include some of my favorite Holiday scents, White Christmas, Balsam & Cedar, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Cookie. This is perfect for a someone who loves to make their home smell like Christmas cheer!

#4 The Body Shop Advent www.thebodyshop-usa.com

This is perfect for those dry December days. The Body Shop has very emollient body creams that smell amazing! It includes, Vitamin E body cream, Strawberry Lip Butter, Almond hand and nail cream, and nail polish. 

#5 Ciate Nail Polish Advent $60.00 www.Sephora.com

For the mani/pedi lover this set is perfect! It is packed with daily nail treats. This selection of high-pigment, pro formula nail polishes features an array of shades and textures for over 145 different nail looks. It houses mini paint pots, glitter sprinkles, caviar pearls, cute nail transfers, and a full-size paint pot treat in a special, limited-edition shade—each hidden behind a daily window. I love this nail set!

Happy Gift Giving and buy one of these adorable Advent Calendars for yourself! I know I am giving my supervisor the Starbucks advent and my mom the Yankee Candle set! 

Cheers to me getting over this terrible cold and the most wonderful time of the year!!!!!!

xo, KC

P.S. Please share on your Facebook or Instagram - I would be happier than Santa eating Sugar Cookies!

MAC x Nasty Gal Collection Beauty News!

Hi Beauty!

 

So MAC has teamed up with my ultimate idol Sophia Amoruso.

You yourself can channel your inner #GIRLBOSS with this MAC collection scheduled to come out December 4th at select MAC locations and sometime in February internationally.

 

 

Not only am I obsessed with this book, Sophia, and makeup but the collection is insane.

 

Lipstick $16.00

Stunner - True Red (Matte)

Runner - Burgundy (Matte)

Gunner - Deep Plum (Matte)

 

Nail Polish $12.00

Flming Rose - True Red

 

I will be grabbing Runner and Gunner as I don't wear reds (except for my Louboutin Nail Lacquer.)

 

A few months ago I even posted on Instagram the book #GIRLBOSS. I feel like I am Sophia Jr. always coming up with business ideas. She is my role model for sure!

 

Happy Veterans Day! Happy Beauty News! Now I am off to lay down with a face mask and research more beauty facts for you all to enjoy!

xo, KC

 

 

Introducing .. Burberry Holiday Festive Winter Glow Collection

The Winter Glow Festive Collection is inspired by the crisp air and soft light of winter. It can include limited edition shades and beautiful gold packaging. It illuminates skin, enhances eyes with a shade of gold, and lips and nails can include festive hues. 

New to the collection is Gold Glow, a Limited Edition Fragranced Luminising Powder infused with notes of My Burberry, the brand’s new timeless fragrance for women.

Inspired by the trench coat and its heritage of British design and craftsmanship. 

I have had my hands on all of these products and they are absolutely gorgeous! The Luminising Powder smells amazing!

This picture was actually taken by me at Burberry! It's a sneak peak of the collection!

BURBERRY FACE:

GOLD GLOW - FRAGRANCED LUMINISING POWDER - $68       Gold No.01 – New product

FRESH GLOW FLUID - $48                                                                  Nude Radiance No.01

BURBERRY EYES:

COMPLETE EYE PALETTE - $60                                                     Gold No.25 – New shade

BURBERRY LIPS:

LIP MIST- $33                                                                                      Gold No.217 - New shade         

LIP MIST - $33                                                                                     Oxblood No.214

LIP GLOW - $29                                                                                  Gold No.25 - New shade

LIP GLOW - $29                                                                                  Oxblood No.23

BURBERRY NAIL POLISH:

NAIL POLISH - $22                                                                              Gold No.447 - New shade
NAIL POLISH - $22                                                                                     Oxblood No. 303

Now available at Burberry and Nordstrom

Happy Friday!!

xo, KC