no makeup monday

    I was inspired by this music video below to go without makeup more often. I often find I get caught up and looking good for the "camera" and that is with make up. Even though I don't wear a lot of makeup I like it because it just gives me an extra boost, which is perfectly okay. But, I need to learn to be okay in my all natural skin and honestly I am okay with my natural skin. I don't really like makeup but I know for some people, they can't be seen without it. Other people like me, prefer not to wear it. Still though, I feel like I am not complete without it.

    What I am trying to get to is that starting next Monday I am going to wear no makeup (except some Burt's Bee's lip balm, ha)  for just that day and then the following Monday, and maybe so on and so on. I just think this will help me feel even more comfortable in my own skin. It even gives me five extra minutes in the morning, ha.  :) So, what do you think, would you be willing to go at least one day without makeup? If you need a little boost go watch this video or even if you don't this will brighten your day....



I have always loved Colbie Calliat but she just put this over the top.



It is worth your time, I promise. 

makeup brush deco

    I saw this Pinterest pin and was inspired to do something like it. So, I tried to paint my brushes and that was a fail. So, my next attempt was washi tape. Success! I love the vintage look it has. I thought I would make my own tutorial as part of my summer series. This brush deco is super simple, all you have to do is wrap the washi tape around your brush and ba-bam!

What you will need:

-makeup brushes

-washi tape

-scissors

 

1. Start wrapping the washi tape around the brush and keep wrapping until the end. 

 

There ya have it, I love the vintage, artsy look to them. Thanks for reading. xoxo

diy lip balm

    For you procrastinators, who need something for your valentine fast, I have something for you! Two Ingredient Lip Balm. It only takes you all of 10 minutes and since you made it yourself, it is even more special. As many of you may know coconut oil has become extremely popular. So, I have been looking all over for it and I finally found some at Wal-Mart. Coconut Oil is a little expensive but it is a multi-purposer. You can use it from everything from lotion to lip balm to a healthier version of oil in your recipes. Strange, right? But, I love it! Anyway, if you couldn't guess for the lip balm you will need, coconut oil or vaseline and lipstick. 

How To:

1. Take a forkful of coconut oil/Vaseline and mix it with a chunk of your lipstick.

2. Then, stick it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften up.

3. Mix together and pour into your container.

4. Freeze for 10-15 minutes and there you have it!