New Favs for February

This is my first blog!!!  With a little nudging from my Hubby and friend Jill. 

So I decided since I cant make YouTube videos (because personally, my voice is not made for broadcasting!!), next best thing is a blog!!! 


I am soooooooooooo ridiculously obsessed + in love with all things makeup.  I wanted to share a few of my February favs that I'm currently loving. 

1.  Clarisonic Mia Face brush - I give this 5 stars!!!  This is the best thing since slice bread.  REALLY!!! I've been using it since around Christmas time, and I can totally see a difference in the texture and glow of my skin.  I use it daily 1x in the shower with a regular facewash from the drugstore.  And ta-da, one minute later my skin is clean and smooth like butter!!!  Definitely a little bit on the pricey side, but well worth the $$$.  I got mine during the Sephora friends & family sale (20% off + free shipping).  I even made my friend Jill buy it and she loves it too!!! 

2. The SUPER DUPER elusive and gorgeous NAKED palette from Urban Decay.  Another 5 star winner!!!  How is it possible that not only am I in love with the eyeshadows....but I'm in love with the packaging too!  Love at first sight.  Colors are neutral and easy for every day makeup looks and super pigmented.  It's a must have if you can find it.  I got mine from Ulta @ Northpark Mall earlier this week.  I bought 5 of them in one week for myself and friends.  Hurry before they're out again.  I've been waiting since Thanksgiving for it to be re-stocked. 

3. Face mask - No particular brand to recommend, but these are the face masks that look like the Jason (serial killer movie character) mask.  You apply this scary but soothing face mask on....leave it on for 15-20 mins, remove, and your skin feels like silk.  I've been using a brand from some Korean makeup line but I have seen some at my local grocery store.

4. Sigma Makeup brushes - These brushes are awesome for the $.  Most bang for your buck and super nice customer service.  I've had to return a few because the hairs were defective and the customer service couldnt be nicer or more prompt.  Got my exchanges in the same week I mailed them back.  Excellent quality brushes and very affordable compared to MAC.  I still love MAC brushes though. :)

5.  I dont have a fav 5 product!!!  But the list seems off/awkward without a #5 spot....so, TBD.

Update:  ***LIGHT BULB*** Omg, how could I forget about my beloved Instant Matte by Boots!!!  I only reach for it every day. It's a tiny little bottle of magic that packs a strong punch against your oily face.  It's only $5.99 at Target.  I love it.  Better than any other high priced oil/mattifier that I have ever tried before.  This is how I use it:  1. Wash my face.  2.  Apply face serum. 3. Followed by sunscreen (also another fav product...Neutragena Ultra Sheer Liquid) 4. Moisturizer and 5. Finally, 4 tiny drops of Instant Matte.  Of course after all those layers of creams, I apply my daily makeup face.  My face is matte all day and it's just lovely. 


I hope this helps anyone who is thinking about buying/trying the above mentioned products. 

B