Clinique Stay-Matte Oil-Free Makeup Review

Clinique Stay-Matte Oil-Free

Makeup Review

Back in March, I saw a commercial advertising a free gift with purchase from Clinique in Macy’s. I was in need of a new foundation and decided to try one from the brand. After researching, I had a few in mind but the woman helping me at the Clinique counter said that because of my oily skin, the Stay-Matte Oil-Free Makeup would be my best bet. She color matched me (2 Alabaster) and I got my free gift of two makeup bags, travel sized moisture surge moisturizer, dramatically different moisturizing lotion +, a lipstick/lip gloss duo, a sample mascara and an eye shadow/blush palette. That’s a pretty good free gift!

April Birchbox

April Birchbox 

April Boxycharm

April Boxycharm

Spring Break Beauty Haul

Spring Break Beauty Haul

Drugstore:

L'Oreal Paris Visible Lift Blur Blush in Soft Pink

I’ve never tried a cream blush before but I’ve read they are great for oily skin. I don’t remember what channel on YouTube I saw this blush being used, but after I watched the video I wrote this product down on my phone so I wouldn’t forget to buy it.

L'Oreal Paris Voluminous False Fiber Lashes Mascara, Waterproof in Blackest Black

I always need to use waterproof mascara because I cry easily when I laugh.

March Boxycharm

March Boxycharm

Products in the March Boxycharm:

LVX Nail Lacquer- Full Size ($16)

OFRA Eyeliner- Full Size ($13)

Oscar Blondie Hair Products- Travel Size ($11)

Previse Nutrify Skin Type 1-6 Universal Tonic- Full Size ($48)

Tarte LipSurgence Lip Tint in Charmed- Full Size ($24)

March Birchbox

March Birchbox

What I got in my March Birchbox ($10):

Yes to Cucumbers Facial Towelettes (travel size)

Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid (travel size)

Supergoop! Daily Correct CC Cream SPF 40 in Fair/Light (travel size)

Beauty Protector Protect & Oil (travel size)

Mirenesse Mattfinity Lip Rouge in Paris (travel size)

Teen Vogue Fashion University Experience

Teen Vogue Fashion University Experience

Day One: Friday, March 13^th

6 – 9pm- EXPRESS Shopping Event

EXPRESS Shopping Event

            The EXPRESS Shopping Event took place at the store in Times Square. The store was open to Teen Vogue students and gave us a 25% discount on any purchases. The second floor had a temporary tattoo station, a lash bar and offered mock tails and hor d'oeuvres. Teen Vogue Editors attended the event and met and took pictures with students.

Makeup and Skincare for Teen Vogue Fashion University!

Makeup and Skincare for

Teen Vogue Fashion University

            I’m leaving for New York City tomorrow to attend Teen Vogue Fashion University! I’ll be taking lots of pictures and doing a blog post or two about my experience! But for now, here are the beauty products I’m bringing with me.

Favorite Collections & Street Style Looks: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 2015

Favorite Collections & Street Style Looks:

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 2015

            Fashion Week is the greatest time of the year for any fashionista. Street style during fashion week is becoming just as important, if not more important, as the designers’ collections. Most of us are not lucky enough to snag a seat in the fashion shows but the Internet has made it very easy for anyone in the world to view the latest trends walking down the runway. These are some of my favorite collections and street style looks from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week!

Collections:

1) Diane von Furstenberg- 2015 Pre-Fall Ready-to-Wear

This collection was my favorite of the four. All of the pieces look to be very 70s inspired, which is not unusual for Diane von Furstenberg. When von Furstenberg started her business, her wrap dress quickly became a staple in a woman’s wardrobe. 41 years later at New York Fashion Week, the wrap dress was still my favorite part of the collection. When worn with tall boots, they look ultra stylish and flattering, yet comfortable.

February Boxycharm

February Boxycharm

            February’s Boxycharm finally came! This month I was a little disappointed in one of the products. The box came with a nail polish from ncLA called “Heart Attack” which would have been very cute to wear on Valentine’s Day, but I received the box on February 18^th.

I’m excited to try the Jing Ai Velvet Lip Jewel and play with the Modern Minerals Duo Fiber Mini Round Brush. The face mask from Mullein & Sparrow seems really interesting. The mask comes in a powder form and you mix that with water to create a paste. I’ve never seen a mask like this, so I’m excited to try it!

January Boxycharm

January Boxycharm

            For the last two years, I have been a subscriber to both Birchbox and Ipsy beauty boxes. These boxes are $10 each and offer 4 to 5 small samples of makeup, skincare and hair care products. The samples were so small that I could usually only use them once. Using a product one time will not give you a full understanding of how it works with your skin or hair. Because I felt I was not getting my money’s worth, I decided to cancel both subscriptions and sign up for Boxycharm. Boxycharm is a $21 monthly beauty box with full-size or deluxe size samples of makeup and beauty products.

Two Days in London, England

Two Days In

London, England

            Going to London was one of the main reasons I wanted to study abroad in Europe. Ever since I read the Harry Potter series and learned who the Beatles were, it was my dream to go to London. Since then I have fallen in love with many other British things including English accents, The Smiths and fish & chips. Sadly, I had only two full days (and one afternoon/night) to experience everything London has to offer.

New Year's Resolutions & Goals

Better Late Than Never…

New Year’s Resolutions & Goals

Drink cold water in the morning and right before bed.

I’ve read a million times before that this is super healthy

Go to the gym at least once per week.

Hopefully twice…

Portfolio!

Portfolio on Wix.com

Two and a Half Days in Paris

Two and a half Days in

Paris, France

Bonjour! During my time studying abroad in Florence, Italy, I split my spring break between London, Paris and Amsterdam. Paris was the most beautiful of the three and has inspired me in so many ways. This is the story of my two and a half days spent in the City of Love.