Urban Decay Naked Cyber Palette

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A few months Urban Decay released their Naked Cyber Palette and the reviews were mixed from what I read and viewed online. 

A.I. – cream satin

META DATA – champagne shimmer

VIRTUAL – peach matte

ELECTRODE – sheer peach shimmer

CYBERSPACE – peach to mint duochrome

GADGET – peachy pink matte

CALL I.T. – sheer pink shimmer

NOT A BOT – warm silver metallic

STATIC – blue iridescent silver glitter

Y3K – brick red to icy blue duochrome

OVERRIDE – sheer red iridescent glitter topper

BYTE – warm red matte

I've been a fan of the Naked Palettes for years, but I feel that Urban Decay is running out of creativity. Some of the Naked Themed Palettes don't make sense to me. It's true there are so many neutrals palettes one can create, but why not just call it something else? What happened to the Vice Palettes? Those palettes were popular and they offered a variety of colors including brighter shimmer shades.  

I like the color range and duochrome theme. I noticed that some shades show more than others as you can see from the swatches on my arm. At least the fallout is minimal. I'm interested to see how this will work when I create eye makeup looks. Stayed tuned for a upcoming makeup look. I paid a few dollars for this palette. I used my points at Sephora along with it being on sale for $24.00, so I scored a major discount. Honestly I don't think this is worth the regular price of $49.00, so if you get this palette I would recommend getting it when it goes on sale.

Do you have the Urban Decay Naked Cyber Palette? What are you thoughts about it?

Morgan Taylor Professional Nail Lacquer: Full Bloom Spring 2022 Collection

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*Disclaimer: This post is contains samples from Morgan Taylor Professional Nail Lacquer and YCC Agency. I would like to thank them for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information, courtesy of morgantaylorlacquer.com

Last year I was introduced to Morgan Taylor Nail Polishes with their Sing 2 Launch of Nail Polishes, and I've love the brand ever since! These nail polishes for their current Full Bloom Spring Collection 2022 are so gorgeous and perfect hues for Spring! 

Morgan Taylor Professional Nail Lacquer

Morgan Taylor Full Bloom Spring 2022 Collection

Spring is in the air and the Gelish and Morgan Taylor Full Bloom Spring 2022 Collection is here to welcome it! A selection of shades that celebrate all the fresh floral hues of springtime, Full Bloom offers a bouquet of eye-catching, colorful crèmes plus a delicate glitter that may be worn on its own or as an overcoat.

Morgan Taylor Polishes in 

I Lilac What I'm Seeing 

Pick Me Please

Feeling Fluer-ty

These pastel colors are so pretty for Spring! I wanted to use Plant One on Me with this manicure, but it came damaged. I put super glue on the top so I could display it with the rest of the polishes.  Plant One on Me is a beautiful pink shade for Spring as well!

Morgan Taylor Polishes in 

Bloom Service

Best Buds

I love wearing pastel colors during the Spring, but Bloom Service is a dusty teal that is simply gorgeous!

I decided that I'll probably wear press on nails until the Spring since my nails are always so brittle in the Winter. I usually grow my nails longer in the warmer months when they're healthier and less brittle. You can find these polishes on amazon.com

Happy Valentine's Day!

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Happy Valentine's Day! ❤ Since yesteday was Valentine's Day weekend and Superbowl Sunday I decided to make an event of both occasions. 

Truthfully I didn't favor either team this year, but it was a good reason to eat yummy snacks and spend time with my mom. (I enjoyed the half time show though).

I also decided to treat myself this Valentine's Day. Last month I had a few gift cards left over from my birthday and there were a lot of good sales so I took advantage of them. I forgot to show this, but I  was finally able to get my free birthday gift from Sephora (I always get the birthday gift for the upcoming year since they never have the birthday gift for the current year in December).

Omgosh! I just got this beautiful Valentine's Day surprise from my mom delivered to me about 30 minutes ago! My mom is so sweet! Thanks again mama, I love you so much! ❤

I can't remember the last time I had a boyfriend on Valentine's Day it's been a few years lol, but if you read my blog over the years I believe that Valentine's Day should celebrate love in general. So for anyone that feels alone because they're not in a relationship remember to just celebrate love. Remember you are loved!

Valentine's Day Collection feat. Adore Me

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*Disclaimer: This post is Sponsored by Adore Me. I would like to thank Adore Me for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information, courtesy of adoreme.com

Last year I did an introduction post for Adore Me and I've been loving their products ever since. You may have seen their recent commercials on television geared towards Valentine's Day. I usually share Adore Me products on my Instagram page, but today I wanted to do a feature on my blog.

Kaia Unlined Plus

Kaia Unlined Plus is a beautiful classic red bra and panty set for Valentine's Day.

Enny Contour Plus

I have a few of these bra and panty sets. They're so pretty. I know red, pink, and white are popular Valentine's Day colors, but don't forget about purple and black.

Enny Contour Plus

Another Enny Contour set. Black is such a classic and elegant color.

Khora Contour Plus

I haven't worn a corset in years. I've always found them to be uncomfortable, but this one is fitted, but is comfortable to wear. 

Noemi Plus

This Noemi Plus Lingerie set is a perfect girly lingerie set for Valentine's Day.

Muriel Plus

This is such a cute and comfy waffle knit legging set for a cozy night in. 

Remember you don't need a Valentine's to wear cute lingerie. Besides you can wearing cute bra and panty sets, and lingerie anytime! 

Zoya Naturel (5) Transitional 2022 Collection

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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

Today I'm sharing a new collection from Zoya! The Naturel 5 Collection. I love that Zoya does Naturel Collections that are beautiful to wear for Winter, and great colors to transition into Spring.

Zoya in Chelsea and Zoya in Sutton

Zoya in Chelsea can best be described as a powdered blush cream.

Zoya in Sutton can best be described as a muted pinky-nude cream.

Zoya in Evan

 

Zoya in Evan can best be described as a softened saddle cream.

Zoya in Parker

Zoya in Parker can best be described as a warm greige cream.

Zoya in Elyse

Zoya in Elyse can best be described as a gentle aubergine cream.

I usually have a favorite color(s), but in this collection it's hard for me to choose because all the colors are so gorgeous! You can check out this collection on zoya.com 

Weekend Snow in South Carolina

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The weather has been so cold lately. Last weekend South Carolina saw snow (well I didn't since it didn't snow in my area). Thankfully there wasn't any ice in my area. As much as I love to look at snow, I'm glad we didn't have any dangerous weather.

As you can tell from my intro picture it snowed this weekend. The snow started around 9pm Friday night. By morning the snow looked so beautiful. 

Did you get any snow this weekend?

Winter Skincare Tips

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I hope your New Year is off to a great start! Today I want to share a few of my skincare tips I use during the Winter months.

1. Switch up your skincare hydration routine

South Carolina is a state that has unpredictable weather, so our Winters can be mild. There are times that we have extremely cold temperatures. and it can dry my skin. To prevent this I try to use a hydrating skincare routine despite the temperature. 

2. Remember to use sunscreen

Even though it's Winter, your face is still being exposed to the sun. I've gotten better at applying suncreen on my face and neck  over the past few years. 

3. Use warm water, not hot water. 

I love taking a hot shower, but using really hot water can dry and damage your skin. So I use warm water to take showers and baths. 

3. Gently exfoliate your skin.

Since Winter can be harsh on the skin, I gently exfoliate. Vigorously exfoliating your skin can cause irritation. I try to exfoliate my skin at least twice a week to remove dead skin to help keep my skin heathy and glowing. 

4. Moisturizing and hydrate your body during and after showering/bathing

During the Winter months, I use Moisturizing body washes and hydrating body washes. Keeping the rest of your skin healthy is just as important as your face. In speaking of your face, don't forget to gently exfoliate your lips and use a lip balm.

5. Hydrate your body

As you hydrate your skin don't forget to hydrate your body as well. Drink water!

Before I end my post, Today a wonderful person was born! My mama! 🤍 Happy Birthday to my amazing beautiful strong loving kind mother! 🤍 I love you so much! 🤍