Icy Blue Tones

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Last year I had my eye on Tarte's Icy Betch Palette. This palette's blue tones are gorgeous, so I purchased it at Sephora for $30. Today I wanted to share an Icy Blue Toned Eyeshadow

Tarte Icy Betch Palette

The packaging is so pretty. I hear that this is a sticker, but I'm not destroying the packaging to find out lol.

This was a limited edition Palette, so unfortunately it's no longer available. I have a few Tarte Eyeshadow Palettes in my collection and this is one of my favorites. As I mentioned the colors are gorgeous and very pigmented. 

All Products Used 

Icy Blue Tones 

I planned on creating another Blue toned look, but I used one of the wrong colors. What a happy accident because I love how icy my eyeshadows looks.

I also think this is a good look for Spring. The blue tones aren't dark or pastel, but the icy blue tones make for pretty Spring colors.

To keep this makeup look soft and subtle I paired a nude lip with a peachy blush.

Icy Blue Eyeshadow 💙

Thank you Chique Tools for reposting my photo on your IG Page! I received a notification from IG this morning and I quickly screenshot my repost 💙

I want to wish my mother, and all the mother's, mother figures, etc a Happy Mother's Day tomorrow. May you ladies enjoy your day! 🙂 Mom I love you very much!! 💙💙

Derma E De-Stress Calming CBD Skincare

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* Disclaimer: This post contains PR Samples provided by Derma E for review purposes. I would like to thank Derma E for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information, courtesy of dermae.com

Today I will be sharing my thoughts on CBD Skincare Products from Derma E. I've used many different types of skincare products, but I'm new to using CBD infused skincare products. I've heard of the benefits of using CBD skincare products, so I was interested in trying this new line of products from Derma E. All three of the Derma E CBD Skincare products are unscented. 

Derma E De-Stress Calming CBD Calming Skincare Products are Enriched with:

Phytocannabinoids (CBD) known to deliver potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits to help skin feel soothed and calm. Hemp Seed Oil helps to promote a protected, hydrated skin barrier.

Pycnogenol is a powerful anti-inflammatory antioxidant that helps reduce redness.

Aloe Vera Herbal Extracts delivers soothing properties to calm skin discomfort.

Skin De-Stress Calming CBD Cleanser

Description

Our fragrance and sulfate-free, broad spectrum CBD calming cleanser gently lifts away impurities without over-drying. Formulated with Hemp Seed Oil to moisturize sensitive skin, plus a unique Calming Complex of Pycnogenol and Aloe Vera with Vitamins A, C and E to nourish and condition the skin.

This gentle cleanser helps stressed, sensitive skin feel soothed, calm, and hydrated.

My Thoughts

My skin has been stressed lately due to allergies so I use the during the evening. This Skin De-Stress Calming CBD Cleanser is very refreshing, soothing, and helps reduce redness. I also like that this cleanser is moisturizing and doesn't leave my skin feeling dry. I mentioned in the intro that these products are unscented. I'm glad since I don't like the scent of cannabis.

Skin De-Stress Calming CBD Moisturizer

Description

This fragrance-free, broad-spectrum CBD cream with 500mg of CBD is uniquely formulated with Phytocannabinoids to help soothe dry, uncomfortable skin and help reduce the appearance of redness while Omega-6 and Omega-3 acids derived from Hemp Seed Oil promote a healthy, hydrated skin barrier function, reducing susceptibility to irritants.

My Thoughts

I've been using this moisturizer the past few days and my skin stays moisturized throughout the day. This moisturizer does feel thick, but it absorbs well into my skin. Allergy issues tend to cause my skin to feel dry and irritated, but I've seen improvement with those issues since I started using this moisturizer.

Skin De-Stress Calming CBD Serum

Description

Our fragrance-free, fast-absorbing broad spectrum CBD serum is uniquely formulated with Phytocannabinoids to help soothe dry, uncomfortable skin and reduce the appearance of redness while Omega-6 and Omega-3 acids derived from Hemp Seed Oil promote a healthy, hydrated skin barrier function, reducing susceptibility to irritants.  The Skin De-Stress Calming CBD Serum relieves redness, sensitivity, and irritation leaving skin ultra-moisturized, nourished, and stress-free.

My Thoughts

This Skin De-Stress Calming CBD Serum feels smooth, silky, and hydrating. Since it's starting to get hot and humid, this serum is lightweight to wear under my makeup as well. I also like to wear this serum before I apply the Skin De-Stress Calming CBD Moisturizer during my nightly routine.

Have you tried any CBD infused skincare products? Will you be trying these products from Derma E? You can find these products at dermae.com and Ulta.

Mental Health Matters

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I hope that everyone's month of May is off to a great start. Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness Month? I've mentioned numerous times over the years on my blog that I first started having depression symptoms when I was 15 and I started struggling with anxiety during my senior year in college.

I ask myself why is it that in 2020 mental health isn't discussed more? Yes, mental health is discussed, but in my opinion not as much as it should be. Since many people are still quarantined, it is important to pay attention to your feelings and thoughts etc. As the title of my post states, mental health matters, you matter.

I choose me over the drama

I choose me over my obstacles

I choose me over people and things that don't benefit my overall health and well being


I've accepted a long time ago it's a possibly that I could have anxiety and depression for the rest of my life. I don't pretend everyday is a good day, but every day isn't a bad day either. At one point I was having more bad days than good and I decided to go back to counseling. I'm still in counseling and I take an antidepressant to help ease my anxiety and depression symptoms. Whatever you're going through, you're not alone and there is help to cope with mental health issues. My hope is that by sharing my story I'm helping others to know there is light in the mist of darkness.

Always remember to be kind. People may be fighting a battle you know nothing about.

I wanted to share my previous links from last month for my self care posts. Self Care is very beneficial to mental health

Self Care: Mental Health

Self Care: Hair Care Wash Day feat. Curls

Self Care: Quarantine Makeup Routine

Self Care: Current Morning Skincare Routine feat. Derma E

Self Care: Pamper Routine

Self Care: At Home Manicure feat. Zoya Gelie-Cure

Self Care: At Home Manicure feat. Zoya Gelie-Cure

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* Disclaimer: This post contains PR Samples provided by Zoya for review purposes. I would like to thank  Zoya for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information is courtesy of zoya.com

For my latest self care post I to discuss at home manicures. You can't forget about caring for your nails! When I was in high school and during my freshman year of college, I used to love going to get my nails done at the nail salon. As I got older, I spent more time doing my own manicures at home. Today I will be sharing with you a new step system from Zoya Naked Manicure Gelie-Cure.

Naked Manicure Gelie-Cure System

Zoya Remove Plus Nail Polish Remover 2oz

DESCRIPTION 

Zoya Remove Plus is an award wining, gentle, yet highly effective 3-in-1 nail polish remover, nail prep and nail conditioner. Longer nail polish wear starts with Remove Plus. Now available in a 2oz travel size container!  

Gelie-Cure Rescue Serum 0.5oz

DESCRIPTION

The Rescue Serum is the first and most important step of the Gelie-Cure System. The Serum is the ultimate treatment skin care for nails and cuticles. It revitalizes the nail by replenishing the sebum on the natural nail plate and fills the open spaces in the keratin fibers of the nail improving nail strength and flexibility. If your nails are perfect, it will help keep them looking and feeling that way. But if your nails are less than perfect, the Serum immediately starts working its magic helping to improve the look and feel of the nails.

It’s the first line of defense against potential damage from excessive moisture, dryness and brittleness. The Serum is the solution to nail damage from prolonged wear and removal of gel nail polish, acrylic nails, dips and other nail enhancements. The Rescue serum can also be used as a daily stand-alone cuticle treatment.

The Gelie-Cure Rescue Serum is a naturally derived combination of oils, nutrients and conditioners never before used in nail care treatment.  It is the first of its kind, nail treatment that allows you to paint directly over it without washing it off your nails or cuticles.

The Rescue Serum is designed to be worn as a cushion underneath the Gelie-Cure Repair Base Coat. Read the Gelie-Cure Rescue Serum Instructions and Usage Guide and see all the unique possibilities it holds for your nails and cuticles. Say goodbye to unsightly damaged nails forever!

Gelie-Cure Repair Base 0.5oz

DESCRIPTION

The Gelie-Cure Repair Base Coat is a groundbreaking formula that is applied directly over the Gelie-Cure Rescue Serum. The Repair Base is able to adhere to the nail and uses a pinpoint locking mechanism to lock the Rescue Serum into the keratin of the nail.  The Repair Base contains invisible fillers strengthen the nail as well as smooth out nail ridges, flaking and separation. The Repair Base also contains optical diffusers that brighten the appearance of the nail for a healthier looking nail.

The Repair Base is the second step in the Gelie-Cure System and is designed to be applied directly over the Rescue Serum. The Gelie-Cure Repair Base is a “Big 10 Free” breathable formula, free of formaldehyde, toluene and DBP.

Some people who choose not to do the complete Gelie-Cure system opt for using the Rescue Serum and Repair base as stand-alone nail treatments.

Gelie-Cure Naked Gelie 0.5oz

DESCRIPTION

The Gelie-Cure Naked Gelie is the first ever demi-gel multi-purpose clear gel coat. The Naked Gelie formula is ultra-light, self leveling and offers a high shine, flexible, fileable and damage free results. It’s designed to adhere directly to the Gelie-Cure Repair Base and Rescue Serum and removes in 2 minutes (we’re not kidding) without scraping, soaking in acetone, filing or pushing, simply using Zoya’s award winning Remove polish remover.

This product should only be used with the complete Gelie-Cure System and only within the Recommended Gelie-Cure Usage Guide.

The Naked Gelie formulas is self-leveling, cures in 1 minute with any of Naked Manicure LED lights.  Please note only Naked Manicure LED lights are guaranteed to work with 100% certainty.  This is due to the unique light cross-array that is not standard on many LED light brands.  It’s not about the power, it’s about the coverage. Until you perfect usage do not try with any other light brand. We’re not kidding!

Gelie-Cure Clear Shine

DESCRIPTION

The Clear shine is essential for use with the Naked Gelie. It’s a quick and simple wiping formula that removes and reside after curing and amps up the shine of the Naked Gelie layer. The Clear Shine formula can be used with any other brands of LED curing products.

Gelie-Cure Pro LED Light

The Gelie-Cure Pro LED Light comes with an adapter and different time settings ranging from 10 seconds to 90 seconds. I forgot to mention try not to get the Gelie-Cure Naked Gelie on the sides of your fingers because it can be a little difficult to remove. Try to get coat your nail thin as possible.

I chose the large Light, so I could get more of  an "at home nail salon manicure." You have to set your time on the back, but Once you place your hand inside the lamp it automatically lights up.

I cured my thumb by itself so I could lay my thumb flat under the lamp. I only used clear, but with this system you can use any color you want after you cure your nails. 

The finished result

The photo doesn't compare to how amazing my nails look. My nails look so healthy and shiny.  I've done plenty of home manicures, but by far this is my favorite. My nails look at feel like I went to a nail salon. Since most people are at home during this quarantine, you can still have beautiful nails done at home. I'm so proud of how my nails are growing  and becoming healthy again. I grew my nails long a few years ago, but they became brittle due to my severe iron deficiency anemia. Thank you Zoya for providing products to help treat my nails! 

I also wanted to mention, if you're in search of hand Sanitizer Zoya is selling it on their website

Self Care: Pamper Routine

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*Disclaimer: This post contains products sponsored by Derma E. Thank you Derma E for sending over products for review purposes. All opinions are 100% my own

Today I'm sharing my Self Care Pamper Routine, Quarantine Edition. Lately I've been sticking to showers, but I wanted to take a nice relaxing warm bath and full skincare routine.

To take a relaxing bath, I have to have a candle or candles burning. This time I also sprayed some of the mist into the air. The Aromatherapy Line at Bath & Body Works has a variety of scents. For today's scent I chose Love Rose & Vanilla. This scent is a perfect blend of rose and vanilla without being too floral. I added Cuccio Yogahhh Detox Bath to also help me relax.

No wine this time, but I did drink ice cold water. When I'm taking a warm bath I keep myself hydrated.

For the past week I've been having pain throughout my arm and knee. Come to find out that the pain I've been experiencing came from an old injury from when I had a bad fall in my room at college 10 years ago. I had pain from that fall off and on over the years, but this past week it got pretty bad. I'm just glad I'm able to move my arm again. My regular doctor was unavailable, so I had to verbally talk to the doctor on call due to social distancing. If you remember during the Summer of 2017 I mentioned that I had a back ache that left me bedridden for almost 3 weeks. This is that same type of issue, so warm baths/heat sources tend to help with managing the pain and discomfort.

After my bath I used my favorite Sleep Care Items from Bath & Body Works, Sleep Lavender + Vanilla. I reviewed these products in 2018. Lavender is supposed to be calming so lately I've been using these products throughout day, not just at night.  The Sleep Spray can be usee on your pillowcase, but the spray can also be used as a body mist. I use the spray more as a body mist.

I try to use unscented products to moisturize my elbows. Derma E's Eczema Relief Cream is my go to product for the eczema on my elbows. It's unscented, and helps reduce irritation. I don't have eczema too badly but, my eczema issues cause dryness and irritation.

Pamper Skincare Facial Routine feat. Derma E Skincare

Hydrating Gentle Cleanser

After my bath I decided to do an at home facial routine. As always it's so important to cleanse your face before any skincare routine. 

Purifying 2-In-1 Charcoal Mask and Mask Applicator

I try do a face mask at least once at week. Can you really pamper yourself without a good face mask?! lol

Purifying Daily Detox Scrub

I didn't want to over stimulate my face with this scrub since the Mask has an exfoliant, so I only used a small amount of this Purifying 2-In-1 Daily Detox Scrub. 

Essentials Radiance Toner 

Up until a few years I didn't use toners that much, but now I try to use a toner twice a week, specifically this Essential Radiance Toner. 

Radiant Glow Face Oil By SunKissAlba and Rose Quartz Face Roller

I love how this Rose Quartz Face Roller glides across my face. I've used this roller with serums, but I like to use the roller with face oil. This Radiant Glow Face Oil truly lives up to its name, and it absorbs well into my skin without feeling greasy.

Ultra Hydrating Alkaline Water Eye Gel

I've been working on my under eye area the past few weeks because I have dark circles. I know that I should get more sleep, but this eye Gel has been helping puffiness and keep under my eye hydrated.

Remember during this time, to pamper yourself. Self care is the best care :)

Don't forget to check out my other self care posts

Self Care: Quarantine Makeup Routine

Self Care: Current Morning Skincare Routine feat. Derma E