Hair Dryers Matter....

Hi Friends,

I know the importance of having a good hair dryer from personal experience.  I have had the same hair dryer for about 5+ years and before this dryer belonged to me, my best friend used it for a couple of years while in hair school. This dryer has had a lot of mileage and worked really well until one day it had enough! It is expected for things to break and need to be replaced but unfortunately I did not notice that my hair dryer was malfunctioning. My malfunctioning hair dryer resulted in dry, frizzy and DAMAGED hair.  My hair was so damaged that my hair dressed believed that someone had purposely cut it as it was so short and blunt. I had to cut my longer than mid length hair to the "safe haven" haircut a la Julianne Hough. I put this puppy through the wringer.... the nozzle was long gone and after being dropped repeatedly, the barrel began to chip away. The nozzle is VERY important because without out your hair becomes a frizzy dry mess with hair going in every direction. My fly away's were also so "Miley" as in they couldn't be tamed! Get it?

Don't know how much this puppy costs... just glad it is outta my life!

Enter in the Babyliss PRO. I absolutely LOVE this dryer! It is basic and does not have the crazy bells and whistles as other dryers but it gets the job done. It is 1875 watts with three heat settings and a cool shot button.  It is also SUPER lightweight which is more important than one would think when I am trying to round brush my hair.  The concentrator nozzle also does not come off easily which is important because it concentrates the airflow by getting the air to go one direction instead of all over the place thereby reducing frizz and general ridiciulousness. 

Like I said, I love my new dryer. I really should not have waited so long to replace it. Perhaps if I would have acted sooner I would have more hair. Hindsight is always 20/20. 

xoxo

And remember you're beautiful! 

Highlighters

Hi Friends,

To clarify, this post is not about the stationary products university students cling to during finals. This post is about one of the most overlooked (in my opinion) makeup products ever.  A highlighter is something that you put on specific areas of your face to cast a glow to your complexion. Sometimes the results are beautiful, and other times it goes horribly wrong.  I have amassed quite the collection of highlighters and the majority of these products are samples and thus do not reflect the actual retail size (or packaging for that matter).  

Stila eyeshadow in Kitten $23 at Sephora.ca

Yeah, yeah yeah. I know this is an eyeshadow. But it works so perfectly as a face highlighter (and in the brow bone).  See swatch below. This colour is a great peachy pink shade that really seems to compliment my skin tone leaving me looking refreshed and awake (which is a feat... trust me!). If you are looking to save money this would be my go to because it is so versatile. Looks great on the face, lid etc.

Benefit Sun beam $32 at Sephora (for full size)... sample size pictured here
This product is waaaay better when you have a tan. Right now my skin is much to pale to pull off this shade. However, come July or post vacation this puppy will be in heavy rotation. Sun beam is a nice bronze shade but still light enough that it acts as a highlight (ie. Not a bronzer). 

Benefit High beam $32 at Sephora.ca (for full size).... sample size pictured here

This is a pretty highlighter but a bit predictable. It also can be a bit too white in the summertime. I also tend to reach for powder highlighters and thus this puppy does not get as much love. I guess the name is fairly accurate as this little guy is not very subtle on the face. However, if you are looking for extreme highlighting this guy would do the job... probably should reserve this guy for nights when you are going to a ridiculous disco or something.

Benefit Girl Meets Pearl $36 at Sephora.ca (for full size).... sample size pictured here

I have had this sample for some time and pretty much never give it love. For a long time I thought this product was a primer and so I avoided this puppy as I had a BAD reaction to POREFESSIONAL. This product is pretty but seems to be fairly obvious (although more subtle than high beam) and wears quite nicely. I don't think I will be running out to buy the full size any time soon. 

bareMinerals All Over Face Colour in Pure Radiance $24 at Sephora.ca (for full size)... sample size pictured

This product is nice and has really awesome complex microshimmer (well thats what it looks like to me). I wore this to work today to see what would happen and it had faded away by my typical 10am bathroom break.  I loved the colour but the MESS this product creates is not worth it. I won't be buying the full size. 

LORAC Perfectly Lit Oil Free Luminizer $32 at LORAC.com

THIS. PRODUCT. Has me wanting to run out and buy the full size and find a backup or two. I included this puppy in my 2013 favorites for very good reason. I get compliments everytime I wear it, it's buildable, usually looks natural, makes me look awake and healthy. LORAC is no longer stocked at my local Sephora so I WILL be buying this online once the makeup ban is over (2 wks down, 2.5 months to go!).

Hard Candy Blush Crush in Pinup $7 at Walmart.com (likely more expensive in Canada)

This product is worth the price. YOU GET SO MUCH! I have had this puppy for a VERY long time. Lucky for me I invested in a sanitizer that cleans powder products so I don't mind holding on to this one. I will probably throw it out soon as the lid it cracked (thats what you get for cheap packaging). You can't really go wrong with this one. This puppy is a good way to dip your toe into the highligher pond if you are looking to experiment but don't want to spend too much. 

L to R: High Beam, Sun Beam, Girl Meets Pearl

Just some swatches so you can see what I am talking about. Note: My face is a couple of shades darker than my hands. I think that is because I have been taking A LOT of vitamin D lately to compensate from living in constant darkness of Canadian winter.  I also have a lot of freckles... this shot does not do them justice or explain the complications they cause with foundation application.

L to R: Hard Candy Pinup, Lorac Perfectly Lit, bareMinerals Pure Radiance, Stila Kitten

Hang on a sec, in this picture I am not loving LORAC. I promise it looks much different on my face with all the bells and whistles of my usual makeup.  

You might be wondering why I have so many sample sizes. I prefer sample sizes because there is less waste, it allows me to try many more products while spending less money, it allows me to avoid addressing my commitment issues head on. What I mean to say is I don't want to invest in a product I don't love. If I am shelling out 30 bucks for a product it had better be love and fireworks. For example, I will not buy the majority of the highlighters featured in this post.  I will have a lot of fun using them up and experimenting with different looks. Promise. 

 Which luminizer/highlighter is your fav and why? What should I check out?

Thats about it for me!
...and remember you're beautiful
XOXO



Note: All opinons are my own.  All photos are my own (unless otherwise specified). 

REVIEW: Kim Kardashian Perfume

Hi Friends,

I am a sucker for celebrity fragrances. Well at least I used to be. Now I am really into fragrances from various fashion house (Daisy by Marc Jacobs, Florabotanica by Balenciaga) but unfortunately I am left with many celebrity scents that I must use up.

I think a fragrance tells you a lot about a person. For example, are you more floral? woodsy? musk? sweet? citrus?  With that premise a celebrity fragrance is a perfect way to get to know your favourite celebrity in a up close and personal way.  The only catch is how many celebrities are actually involved in the development process of the fragrance. In virtually every interview celebrities claim to be very involved through every step of the way in creating a fragrance claiming they are not like those other celebrities who will slap their name on anything.

Anywhoo, when this scent came out I was dying to try it. The only problem is it was expensive and didn't want to pay full price for it. Finally, an eternity later it showed up on the $20 fragrance shelf at Shopper's Drugmart and I did not hesitate to pick up this puppy.

Kim has been releasing fragrances pretty much every year since 2009 and apparently has 6 in total (according to Fragrantic). This self titled fragrance has notes of white floral, tuberose, animalic (no clue what this is), woody, warm spicy, and balsamic.  To be honest I can't smell the majority of the notes in this fragrance as I do not have a developed nose and the tuberose is very overpowering.  The fragrance does not seem to have a good lasting power.  I know this because I dowse myself in this stuff and it seems to fade away very quickly.  So typical of a celebrity scent.

Overall, I like this perfume especially since the price was right. I am not eager to run out and repurchase this puppy because I have a gazillion other fragrances that I must get through before I can buy more.

Have a great day!

...and remember you're beautiful!
XOXO

EMPTIES

Hi Friends!

I have always loved posts about empties because if someone uses up a whole product then they have a good idea about how it performs. I have been collecting empties for a while now. Some of the products I absolutely LOVE and will continue to repurchase and some I won't.  I have been on a big natural product kick for the last year so the majority of these products are "natural" and purchased from Planet Organic.

Giovanni's Golden Wheat Deep Cleanse Shampoo $9.79 at Well.ca

I purchased Giovanni's Golden Wheat Deep Cleanse Shampoo because I needed a clarifying shampoo you know to remove all the gunk and product build up in my hair.  This shampoo was mediocre. It also left my hair feeling very stripped. Part of the problem is that this line is natural and therefore it doesn't have the powerful punch of "salon" shampoos.  I won't be repurchasing this.

Fekkai's Brilliant Glossing Olive Oil Shampoo $28 at Shopper's Drugmart... as you can see I crushed this with my bare hands to get out every last drop of product!

I love Fekkai's Brilliant Glossing Olive Oil Shampoo. The smell is out of this world AND makes my hair very glossy! The downside is this shampoo is very expensive. So expensive that for two years this was my "fancy day" shampoo. What is a "fancy day" you ask? It is a day when you want to look your best and have some extra pep in your step from your fancy expensive shampoo.  I will absolutely repurchase this shampoo however it will be through Shoppers Optimum points or if I win the lottery.

Alba Botanica's Natural Hawaiian Conditioner in So Smooth Gardenia $9.99 at Well.ca

When I think of Alba Botanica's So Smooth Gardenia Conditioner the only thing that comes to mind is meh. This conditioner was alright. Fairly good in fact for being a natural product but it just didn't help my hair. At times it really weighed it down and tangled easily. I won't be repurchasing this.

Rusk Sensories Brilliance Leave-In Conditioner $12 at Rusk.com

Next up is Rusk Sensories Brilliance Leave-In Conditioner. The smell of this product is incredible! The grapefruit really shines through and leave my hair smelling citrus fresh.  I have had this product for a very long time and it replaced my Moroccan Oil and Chi Silk Infusion when I ran out. Let's just say this conditioner does not hold a candle to the fancy hair oils, but I would repurchase it again if the price was right.

Bath and Body Works -price unknown probably a 5/$25 deal or something

I love apple scents. Probably more than I like actual apples. This is your run of the mill Bath and Body Works Soap, it foams and cleans but the smell is out of the world. I'll repurchase once I get through my stash. It's a nice fall scent.

This is one of my favourite Christmas soaps because it makes your hands smell like fragrant Christmas trees sans inevitable allergic reaction.  I do adore this scent but restrained myself when in BBW recently and did not pick up anymore. Why didn't I repurchase? Because it is no longer Christmas and I have more than enough soap to get me through until spring... and possibly summer. 

Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash in Pink Grapefruit $11.49 at Well.ca

I have saved the best for last! Neutrogena's Oil Free Acne Wash in Pink Grapefruit. This is probably my fourth bottle of this stuff and I do not anticipate discontinuing using this product. I often switch back and forth between face washes and thus breaking the cardinal rule of skin care (sticking to a skin routine).  When my skin gets VERY bad or starts to look like it's going in that direction, I reach for this stuff and it does not disappoint. The wash foams into an deep cleansing lather with little beads that exfoliate your skin.  I use this wash in the evening to remove all my face makeup and it does a good job of removing everything. Did I mention it smells AMAZING???

And there you have it! All my empties ready to be recycled!

... And Remember... you're Beautiful!
XO

Note: All products were purchased by me (except for Rusk, it was a gift from a friend), and all opinions are my own :)

Review: Andalou Naturals Beta Hydroxy Complex Recovery Cream

Hi Friends,

I wanted to do an in depth review of this product because I really think it is helping to clear my skin.  If you read my blog regularly you will know that I recently purchased this puppy from Planet Organic . I included it in my 2013 favourites because I LOVE what it is doing for my skin. 

PROS: It is very affordable and seems to be less chemically (a clinical term I invented) than other clearing treatments.  It smells like ORANGES which is relaxing before bed.  It soaks into my skin nicely (provided I don't use too much). It doesn't feel greasy or annoying. The results speak for itself! After using it my skin is clearer, brighter, and moisturized in the AM. 

CONS: I usually end up using too much of this product (ie. the jar is almost gone after using it for a month). I dislike that it is in a tub (bacteria gets in there!). The orange smell also makes me very hungry which is inconvenient after brushing my teeth. 

VERDICT: I will repurchase this product but will likely only use it in the winter (probably too hydrating in the Summer making me an oily mess). 

Click here for more info about this product 

...and remember... YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL!
XO

Note: All pictures and opinions are my own. I purchased this product. 

10 Skin Clearing Tips

A big focus of this blog is my quest for clear skin. For some reason my skin has gone CRAZY in the last 6 months. It could be due to stress, diet, hormonal changes... I don't care what is causing it, I just want it to stop. In this spirit I have complied my top 10 Skin Clearing Skin Tips. Mostly to remind myself!


1. Change Your Pillowcases Often

When I was in high school my Mom worked part time at her friend's spa and the esthetician told me to only sleep on one side of the pillow, flip it the next night and then wash the pillow case. This is a lot of work but the result are obvious. This has lead me to investing in several white pillow cases for this purpose. I chose white because they typically go on sale and can be bleached should I go to sleep with makeup on and smear it everywhere. Of course I get lazy with this and do follow through but notice a big difference when I am consistent. 

2. Wash Your Makeup Brushes

Makeup brushes are a breeding ground for bacteria and product to gunk up your pores. Washing your brushes consistently removes all that crap thus limiting the chances it gets on your face. 

3. Use a Fresh Wash Cloth

After washing my face there is ALWAYS water everywhere. I need something clean and bacteria free to remove the excess water. I use white wash clothes so I can bleach the crap out of them.  I grab a new wash cloth every.single.time.

4. Salicylic Acid is YOUR Friend!

My favorite Salicylic Acid Cleanser

Here is an easy to read article about Salicylic Acid: http://www.teenvogue.com/beauty/skin-care/2012-12/salicylic-acid-versus-benzoyl-peroxide

5. HYDRATE!

When I stay hydrated I notice a HUGE difference in the clarity of my skin.  I've been told that the water  helps to remove the waste from your body so it's not trying to escape from your skin. Isn't that a powerful visual. 

6. Be Consistent

I really need to take my own advice! I have a hard time being consistent with a skincare routine, luckily, this is improving with age.  I would agree that every bit counts but the more often you practice these tips, the clearer your skin will look. 

7. Dot your Face

I regularly go to sleep and chill in my house with dots of spot remover all over my face. This is also very entertaining for my roommate.  I like to dot spot treatments and masks on a concentrated area so it does not dry out my face. I like doing this with masks that contain sulfur. They seem to be the most effective. 

8. Exfoliate

This seems to work for me because I am removing the old skin and revealing the new skin. It also prevents the skin debris from getting too clogged. 

9.  DO NOT go to sleep with your makeup on!!!!

Sigh. How many of us do this and know it is a bad thing to do! Part of my problem is I can fall asleep at the drop of a hat. The other part of the equation is my natural laziness. Whenever I fall asleep with foundation (especially LONG WEAR formulas) my skin revolts. I am trying to wash my face when I get home from the day to reduce the chance of me falling sleep in my Estee Lauder Double Wear. 

10. Hands Away from YOUR FACE!

I usually always have my hands from my face. You can tell where my hands have been because there are usually breakouts there too! Limiting bacteria transfer can occur by keeping your hands clean. 



.... and REMEMBER you're BEAUTIFUL!
XO

Note: All pictures and opinions are my own. Also I am not a doctor or skin care professional and my ideas are based on personal experience. 

Another Year Older!

Hi Friends,

Today is my 29th Birthday and in the spirit of getting older I wanted to do a little blog post on the subject.  I experienced an interesting beauty evolution in my 20's going from a girl who didn't really wear any makeup and was hopeless at liquid liner to taking 45 (!) minutes to put on my face. I am slowly scaling back now and going for a more put together professional look.

I didn't really have anyone to show me about makeup and learned everything I know through youtube and trial and error (emphasis on the error).  I went through a phase where I never wanted to leave my house without makeup and now I only wear makeup when I want.  I don't feel the same pressure that I did when I was younger.  The truth is I really enjoy makeup. It is downright relaxing. I have a high stress occupation and taking 30 minutes to focus on something completing frivolous feels good.

I'm not really worried about moving into my 30's.  I can't recall ever being afraid of getting older, but I do have a fear of not accomplishing everything I want to do. A focus of my 30's will hopefully be centred around financial stability instead of seeking out a limited edition MAC eyeshadow.  I have amassed quite a collection and I think it's time to start scaling back.  How much makeup could I possibly need?

I'm excited for the year ahead!


.... And Remember You're Beautiful!
XO

13 Favorites of 2013!!!

Hi There Friends,

I am shocked that 2013 is over! It was a bit of a roller coaster year for me with highlights of graduating from graduate school, going on my first real vacation as an adult, got a grownup job with A LOT of responsibility and I got a new car (because I crashed the other one). Below are my favourite products of 2013. Most of them I would not want to live without and have repurchased.

Moroccan Oil Luminous Hairspray (travel sized can) $9 at Chatters

I was introduced to this product following a frantic call to my hairdresser and bestie after an attempt to duplicate a Nicole Guerriero hairstyle from Youtube. She suggested it for its shine and flexible but sturdy hold. I decided to buy a small can because I have another GIANT can that makes my hair so helmet hard that I could probably play for the Stamps and not receive a head injury (I kid, I kid). I also do not wear a lot of hairspray in general so I didn't want a big can to have to use up if I hated it. Anyways... the hairspray is fabulous and held my style from mid afternoon into the wee hours of the morning (I was at a wedding). 

Here's the link for the hairstyle I was attempting because I know you are interested: 

Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat $9 (or around there) at Sally's Beauty Supply

I love this top coat! It is a quick dry formula and makes my polish last longer.  The quick dry is key here because my attention span does not allow for me to sit  quietly for an hour while my nails dry. This is my third bottle of this stuff. The only draw back is once you are halfway through the bottle it turns into a glue like consistency and you can't use it. To fix this I drop in some nail polish thinner and it is good to go again!

From L to R: Benefit They're Real Mascara $29 at Shopper's Drugmart, Maybelline Great Lash Clear Mascara $7.59 at Well.ca, Maybelline Colour Tattoo 24 Hour Cream Gel Shadow $8.99 at Well.ca

I picked up Benefit's They're Real Mascara after EVERYONE on youtube was raving about it. I didn't care for the price tag and didn't really like it at first. It has really grown on me and now it is my go to mascara for when I'm feeling dramatic (which is always).

I stumbled upon Maybelline's Great Lash after being disappointed by the high cost of eyebrow gels in Sephora. I started using it to keep my brows in place and it works like a charm!  It is also VERY affordable. I like that the brush is straight because it is easy to work with.  I've used clear mascaras with curved brushes and I end up making a much bigger mess than I intended.

I picked up the Maybelline Colour Tattoo 24 Hour Cream Gel Shadow (that is a mouthful!) after I ran out of my beloved MAC paintpot. Superstore was having a massive sale on these puppies so I picked up all the colours that interested me. I recommend keeping an eye for sales and picking them up them. I reach for this one the most and have hit pan on it.   It also compliments all of my crazy colour eyeshadow colours when I'm feeling "creative".

Back to Front: Urban Decay The Great and Powerful Oz Palette in Glinda (Limited Edition) around $45 CAN on ebay.ca, Stila All Day Waterproof Liquid Liner in Carbon Black $26 at Shopper's Drugmart, NYX Eye/Eyebrow Pencil in 915 Taupe $7.99 (approx) at Rexall.

 It should come at no surprise that I am a sucker for all things OZ. I named my blog Ruby Glitter makeup after Dorothy's beloved shoes.  I was so excited when I found out UD was releasing these pallets and forced my roomate to drive me to multiple Sephoras to find it.  This pallet works for my skin tone and most of the colours are very wearable everyday so I get a lot of use out of it. I also REALLY REALLY love the packaging. It's very whimsical. 

Top to Bottom: Laura Mercier Shimmer Bloc in Golden Mosaic $49 at Sephora,  LORAC Perfectly Lit Oil-Free Luminizer $32 at lorac.com.  

I picked up both of these mini's in a sample box from sephora that contained luminizers, bronzers and blushes. I like to do that so I can try out many different products without committing to a full size.  The Laura Mercier Shimmer Bloc to contour and bronze my face. I also have used it as eyeshadow. It's very versatile and multipurpose. 

I am absolutely OBSESSED with the LORAC Perfectly Lit Oil-Free Luminizer and get compliments almost every time I wear it. Also- it does not leave me looking like a 16 year old discoball which is important because I am a grown up now (or so they tell me).  I don't know what is happening with LORAC because the brand is not carried in any of the local Sephoras.  I will be ordering this online at some point (hopefully with the LORAC pro pallet as well). 

Top to Bottom: MAC Powder Blush in Well Dressed $21 (US, I couldn't find the Canadian price), Vaseline Lip Therapy in Cherry $1 at Field's (a discount bargain store). 

I have been longing to pick up MAC's Well Dresses for several years now. It is a pretty pink blush that is buildable but prevents me from looking like a circus clown (I generally go in that direction).  I highly recommend this blush for people who don't want to fuss with thousands of blushes and simply want something that will always look good. 

I picked up this Vaseline Lip Therapy while working in Ft. Smith, NWT. It was crazy on sale at the Field's Store so I bought a couple. I was probably going through beauty product purchase withdrawal at the time. This is one of the few lip balms out there that does not create a crazy dependency cycle of hydrating then drying (I'm looking at you EOS lip balms!).  These lip balms last FOREVER and have a pleasant taste without colour. 

L to R: Peter Thomas Roth Glycolic Acid 10 percent Hydrating Gel $55 at Sephora, Andalou Naturals Beta Hydroxy Complex Recovery Cream $24.95 at andalou.com

I love this Peter Thomas Roth product! This is my third time purchasing it.  I notice a big difference in my skin when I use it.  It also appears to help clear up my skin which is important. My skin looks fresher and clearer too! Highly recommend this one!

The Andalou cream is a new favourite but definitely earned it's spot on this list! It is an overnight hydrating AND clearing cream. In my opinion this cream defies the laws of science. When I wake up in the morning after using this cream the acne scars and hyper pigmentation have faded and the inflammation is noticeably reduced. For a while I had brutal cystic acne on my jaw line and this cream managed to shrink it. It is also not harsh and does not leave your skin flaking off. I will obviously repurchase this one. The only down side is it smells strongly of oranges which made me very hungry for mandarins at bedtime. I guess I can live with that!

L to R: Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micelle Solution $39 at Shopper's Drugmart (on sale), Queen Helen Mint Julep Masque under $10 at Salley's Beauty Supply

I love bioderma! Especially the LARGE bottle with the convenient pump. I am a notorious heavy handed pourer (don't ask me to make your drinks) so the pump helps me save a A LOT of product spillage. The only problem is the giant bottle of bioderma is very difficult to find. When I do find it I usually stock up on two bottles so I don't need to worry about it. I use this product on my eyes and face to begin the makeup removal process. The only problem with Bioderma is it doesn't do a good job removing high quality and waterproof mascaras which means I have to have an elaborate mascara removing process to get everything off. Am I the only one who has this experience? Nobody seems to be talking about it.

I have had this tub of Queen Helen's for an eternity. That explains why it looks so busted up. It is only a halfway done too! I'm not concerned about bacteria because I always use a q-tip. My advice to you is do not buy the giant tub of this product. You won't need it all. The smaller jars are also inexpensive and you can always repurchase as needed. I use this mask as both a spot treatment and mask. It has that classic green mask look and reduces the appearance of my pores. It draws out the impurities in the skin (I have lots of those!) and makes your face look and feel refreshed.

And there you have it! All of my 2013 favourites! Apparently I can't count because there are actually 16 favourities. Guess I got carried away! I am very excited and optimistic for 2014 and hope you are too! 

... And Remember You're Beautiful!

XO

Note: All pictures are my own unless otherwise specified.
Another Note: Prices are approximations and may change depending on the store and sales :)

2014 Beauty Resolutions

I can't believe it is 2014 already! I rang in the new year with a bang last night and have spent the day relaxing. New Years Resolutions seem to be a divisive topic. I religiously make resolutions that I always forget about and break. One of my best friends thinks New Years Resolutions are ridiculous and she will make changes in her life as they need to happen. In the spirit of a New Year and fresh starts here are my beauty resolutions! 

Wash my face before falling asleep

I can fall asleep anytime, anywhere which means that I frequently fall asleep with makeup on.  When I do this my face typically revolts and giant mountainous zits crop up on my face. I am not looking for perfection but I would like to get into more of a routine.

Wash makeup brushes more often

Sadly, I do not do this enough which leads to a lot of bacteria spreading all over my face.  Germs aside, I think dirty brushes do not show the true colours of products which can lead to a colourful mess all over your face. 

Drink more water

I do not drink enough water which is likely not helping my skin.  I notice a big difference in my skin when I am drinking water and when I am dehydrated. 

No new makeup purchases for 3 months

My friends regularly make fun of me for the amount of makeup I have amassed. There is nothing that I will be running out of in the next three months and I am planning on putting a dent in my stash. This means that I will not be blogging about hauls, and hopefully be talking about products I have used up. (There will be an upcoming haul from Hautelook. I haven't received the package in the mail yet).

Blog More

I really have been sucking at blogging regularly and know very little about maintaining a blog. This year I hope to expand my readership, blog more regularly and develop my style as a writer. 

Best of Luck in 2014!