Saturday, February 25, 2012

Say Yes to Cucumbers Facial Towelettes

Hello Lovelies! 

Spring break is next week, and I've begin packing for a family ski trip to Colorado. Mentioned a little Here

When traveling I, admittedly, get a little lazy with my skin care routine. Also, I don't generally pack my entire skin care routine, because of the liquid limitations for carry ons. 

Enter Facial Towelettes. 
Specifically Say Yes to Cucumbers
Soothing
Hypoallergenic Facial Towelettes

I picked up the travel size, which contains 10 towelettes, perfect for a week away. 
[You will also notice, they are paraben-free and 98% natural!]

Can I just say I love these things? 
Is that too much, too soon?

I'm not generally a fan of face wipes, as I feel like they either dry out my skin or leave a residue on my face. 
These on the other hand, leave my face feeling great. 
The biggest problem is that my boyfriend loves them more than I do... 

*On a side note, these are not makeup removing wipes, and while they do pretty great with foundation and other face makeup, they're a little intimidated by mascara.

Some questions for you:

What are you favorite facial Towelettes?
and
Do stay true to your skin care routine when traveling?


Wednesday, February 22, 2012

February Birchbox

Ok... So I know I'm a little late, 
but better late than never right?

If you haven't heard of birchbox, 
It's a monthly subscription
($10)
In which you receive 4-5 beauty samples, and many times a small gift. 
The box also comes with a product description card (Upper Left Corner) in case you are not familiar with the products.

This month's box contained:
1. Orofluido beauty elixir- "This hair treatment taps into a trio of nourishing essential oils to keep hair smooth and sleek"
2. Jouer luminizing moisture tint- "The votes are in, and this award-winning tinted moisturizer tops the list. It's our daily shortcut to dewy, glowing skin." 
3. Beautyblender, the original beautyblender- "This hot pink sponge is a pro favorite that helps your foundation look airbrushed, no photoshop required."
4. Violent Lips temporary lip tattoos- "These celeb favorites are a fun way to sass up your usual lip color- wear them when you're feeling bold."
5. Nail file- "There's no shame in filing your nails in public with this heart-shaped, neon looker."
6. Birchbox Digital Download- "Six free tunes from Green River Ordinance, an indie rock band poised to hit the spotlight."

*Look for a follow up post if you'd like to see a review of any of these products, as I have not used them enough for a proper review. 


Monday, February 20, 2012

Monday Mornings

Good morning Lovelies, 

I know my usual mondays contain some harping on the evils of monday mornings, but in reality...

So even though I still think Monday mornings are awful, horrible things. 
I'd take a monday morning, with everything it could throw at me over someone else's problems. 

Enjoy your woke up late, can't find your keys, spilled coffee on your white shirt monday. 

[and please share]
What gets you through Monday?

Monday, February 13, 2012

Monday Mornings

Good morning lovelies,

Happy Monday!


Monday Mornings: Taking the good with the bad
Not enough sleep
A great cup of coffee
Practically subzero temperatures
Sunshine


Look forward to some new topics as I get a little better at winging it.

Saturday, February 11, 2012

Have an Adventurous Weekend


Take a Chance. 
Enjoy your Adventure. 
Happy a beautiful weekend!

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

My Not So Personal Problem

Good Evening Lovelies!

So I'll just get right too it. 

I've been having a problem with decision making lately. 
I was discussing this with some friends, and apparently many of them have the same problem. Many even classify themselves as 
"An Indecisive Person"

At times I'm admittedly indecisive to a ridiculous point, which can cause problems. 

-Time Wasted-

-Unneeded Stress-

-Relationship Troubles-
(have you ever argued 
about where to go for dinner?
 "I don't care" is my favorite place)

Coincidentally, my indecisiveness has led me to feel as if I simply don't have an opinion at all; I really don't care what I do/where I go/ what I eat, etc. Which is not the case.

So What Now?

1. Realize that not making a decision is a decision in and of itself. 
Technically, I can do A. Option 1, B. Option 2, or C. Nothing. Choosing nothing does have an effect on the individual. Is doing nothing the choice I want to make?

2. Almost every decision is trivial. 
I have very few monumental decisions in my life. 
Honestly, I do not believe I've ever had a monumental decision. 
Previously, I would have thought buying my first house was a big deal, but if I bought the one down the street would my life have been all that different?
Probably not.
Maybe deciding between red-ish pink lip gloss and pink-ish red won't change much either. 

3. If you don't care, pretend like you do. Eventually you will. 
In my relationship, one of our biggest arguments is, essentially, over decision-making.
"What do you want for dinner?"
"I don't care"
Or even better, I try to choose what I think he wants (which is a topic for another day). 
Well, then we sit around trying to decide.
Maybe an hour later well go somewhere neither of us wanted to because it was the only place open once we made a choice.
If you pretend to care, and pick somewhere/something/etc.
Eventually you will care, and be able to say "hey let's try here"

4. Don't analyze. 
Individuals who have lost the ability to feel emotions also loose the ability to make decisions. Decision making is strongly based in emotions. 
(Who has some GREAT decision-making tips)
Just because you can overanalyze something doesn't mean you should, go with your gut.

5. Practice makes perfect.
As with anything, decision making comes with time. 
What's unique here, is the better you get at it, the more time you have. 


What's your best tip for changing a behavior pattern?