July Favorites!!!

I decided to do a favorites post today instead of a review...well it's still a review since these are items that I was loving for the month of July. Holy cow! I cannot believe we are already going into August...where has this year gone? School is starting soon and stores will be packed with teachers and students going back to school shopping. I know I will be one of them since I am a NEW TEACHER!!!! Yes, you read correctly! I have been offered a position in a wonderful district and I couldn't be happier!!!! :)) I'm ready to take you on a journey as a Special Education Collaborative Teacher. I may make a separate blog that will be designated for that journey, but we shall see...

Okay now let us get into my favorites!!! I have been dying to write a blog about my monthly favorites...seriously you have no clue.

This month I have been obsessed with the following: 

1. Bath & Body Works Shea & Vitamin E Body Lotion in "Oahu: Coconut Sunset"---OMG guys!!! This stuff seriously smells SOOOO GOOD!!! This scent will stay with me all day. This month I hardly put on perfume because this lotion just does the job. I know BBW has other scents for their Hawaii collection ( I actually have another one...but I have yet to use it). I know I will definitely be stocking up on this baby. 

2. LORAC Alter Ego Lipstick "CEO"--I have been loving this lipstick as an everyday wear. I can do minimal makeup put this bad boy on and I'm out the door. Seriously when I wear this I feel like my inner "alter ego" comes out. It's like I'm bad and I know it (not really...I'm hardly a rule breaker). 

3. Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hour Blush "Captivating"---I literally have not stop wearing this blush everyday. Sometimes I look at my Nars blush in "Orgasm" and I'm like "sorry not today". This blush is the perfect peachy-pink tone for my skin and a little goes a long way. 

4. NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder "Taupe/ Ash"---So, I am not sure how long this product has been out because I recently discovered it....OMG! I love my Anastasia Eyebrow Wiz, but this powder seriously takes the "cake" (just like it's name). I am OBSESSED!!! The colors are just right for me (I have to admit my husband helped me decided).  It's so easy and effortless to use. I'm not sure if I will every go back to spending $20+ after using this baby. 

5. Anastasia Contour Kit "Banana & Vanilla"---I have been using this religiously to set my under eye concealer and T-zone. I literally stay matte all day! (I wrote a post reviewing this product.)

6. Sigma E25 Blending Brush---This brush is travel size and has made my life so much easier when it comes to blending my eyeshadow. It's small enough to just throw in my travel makeup bag. Seriously, if there is one brush you have to have in your life this would be the one. 

7. NYX Eye and Eyebrow Pencil "Dark Brown"--- I have been using this pencil all month long. I like to line my lower lash line and then take a pencil brush to smoke it out. 

8. Maybelline Pumped Up Colossal Mascara---WHERE HAS THIS BEEN ALL MY LIFE?!?! I love this mascara...it's seriously the bomb.co. It lengths and volumizes my lashes. It took me awhile to fall in love with this mascara, but I am so glad we became best friends. 

9. Alex & Ani "Shell Bangle"---(I forgot to include this in the picture...oops!) I'm obsessed with Alex & Ani bracelets. I want every bracelet on the website, but I just don't have that kind of money. I bought the shell bangle/bracelet because I just thought it would be cute to wear for the summer. I have it in the gold finish...in case you are wondering. :)

10. "Bailando" Enrique Iglesias--This has been my go to song! I feel exotic when I listen to this song...is that weird? Seriously, listen to it and you will not be sorry. The beat just gets you going, plus it makes a good workout song. :)

XoXo

AHumbleLiving

Review: Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer

Hello darlings,

As promised today is "Review Wednesday"and today's review is going to be...yup you guessed it...on the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer. This product also goes by the name of Hourglass Mineral Veil Primer, but it is your preference. I purchased this little guy (and I do mean little) over 3 weeks ago. I heard a lot about this primer being raved about on Youtube and thought..eh why not try it out?!

This product is meant to conceal redness, minimize pores, and soften fine line and wrinkles.  It is also suppose to create a "perfect" canvas for flawless makeup application. This primer does contain SPF 15.  It is oil free, paraben free, fragrance free, nano particle free, gluten free, synthetic dye free, sulfate free, phthalate free and most of all it is vegan. Wow, that is a mouth full!

I ordered the smaller size bottle which is .33 FL OZ just to try it out. I am combination oily and dry. I tend to be oily on my "T" zone. I don't usually use primers. To be honest I didn't think they were necessary. I have tried a few and honestly I don't like the feeling of them on my face.

Well that all changed when I purchased this little bad boy. Now, I am not going to say that this is a "miracle in a bottle", but it was worth my $18. So, yes it is on the the more pricier side. Especially if you want to purchase the full size bottle. The formula in this primer is amazing! I just love the texture and feel of it on my face. Literally when I pump a tiny amount onto my hands and press into my face it almost feels like it turns into a powder finish. It's weird and interesting all at once. The only thing is that I wouldn't know if it minimize pores or soften fine lines just because I don't have those issues with my skin, but it does help with my makeup application.  I don't use this primer on a daily bases just because 1. I don't want to use the product up quickly and 2. I am usually in a hurry M-F. So the weekends is when I get to play with this little guy. I do recommend that if you are an oily girl then this product will be your go to. If you need something for a special event, once again this will be your saving grace.

Just a reminder, what works for my skin may not work for your skin. We all have different skin types so, please keep that in mind. Im highly sensitive when it comes to products. So, I have to be careful when trying out new items.

I think that is all for now, so until next time my dears...

XOXO
AHumbleLiving

Update...

Hello gorgeous!

So, I know I have been MIA for quite some time....I completely apologize for that. A lot has been going on since May 28th. From weddings, to family, to personal issues....basically life happened, but don't worry I am back and I have A LOT of ideas to write about (yay). I am trying to figure out a schedule for the week. This way ya'll will know when I will be posting. I do know for a fact I will keep Wednesdays as my "Review Day".  I also plan (in the next couple of months) to revamp my blog, but I will let ya'll know when that will happen.

Seriously girls, there is so much to talk about! Let me start by saying, I know in my last post I mentioned about going to San Diego...sadly that did not happen. It's okay...I got a refund for my tickets and I plan to use them in the near future (maybe a mini-vacay). It just wasn't a good time to take a trip with work and life coming at you all at once. However, I will be taking a mini-vacay to the beach with family and friends soon (this is desperately needed).

I am in the works gathering classroom items because August is quickly approaching. If you read my very first post I mentioned that I am a certified teacher looking for a position...well I am still actively looking. I really hope my time is coming soon though! I just love inspiring little minds and helping them grow by feeding them knowledge. I have such a huge passion for teaching and working with children. :)

I did try creating a Youtube channel because I thought it would be much better for me to just talk rather than having ya'll read a book every night. Unfortunately, that did not go as planned. I uploaded a quick video as a "test" and asked some friends to critique. I took what they had to say and did  another video...well (I am going to take this as a sign) I spent ALL DAY Sunday editing...all I had left to do was a voice over. I left it alone, went to dinner and came back to find that iMovie did not want to open (it still doesn't want to work). Needles to say, it was not meant to be at the moment. For now I am going to stick to my blog until the time is right. Plus I enjoy writing! :)

A few quick things (before I go), please do let me know if ya'll have any recommendations for any type of beauty product(s) or if ya'll want me to review on something specific. I am more then willing to try out new things and give ya'll my honest feedback. I may try to post little videos on here I haven't fully decided just yet. Girl, trust me there is a lot of new stuff coming and I can't wait!!!!

*OH! I am working on the social media aspect (I wish ya'll could see my arms as I am talking). I haven't decided if I want to use my personal accounts or create new accounts. Once I decide I will let ya'll know. :)

Until we meet again....

XoXo
AHumbleLiving