These day, we can carry almost everything and anything in our bags. Bags have been getting bigger and bigger with each and every year and it’s no wonder either with all the beauty products out there, a girl’s gotta have her stuff! So here is a list of the top 10 things your bag should never be without! Number 1: The first thing your bag should never be without is chapstick. Even in the summer, your lips still need lots of moisture. So make sure you always carry a chapstick with you! It’s small, compact, and doesn’t weigh anything so there are no excuses! Number 2...

Makeup is a very fun tool to use when we feel we need a little improvement, or just to make ourselves feel better. Of course nowadays, it’s hard to step out of the house without putting on a little makeup. And as you may or may not know, the best makeup trick there is out there is to make it look like you’re not wearing any at all! So how do you achieve natural looking makeup? Start off with a clean face. Apply a good moisturizer. Follow with a foundation (make sure it matches your skin tone.). Apply just a touch of blush- don’t make it obvious that you have blush on. ...

When you’re strapped for time, the best thing you can do is maximize your time at night with quick, overnight remedies! These remedies will have you waking up with beautiful, moisturized skin so you don’t have to waste time in the morning or during the day! Take a Bath A bath is ultimate relaxation. Not only does it soothe and relax your muscles, but it relaxes your mind and soul too. Soak up in a hot bath before bedtime and use a little lavender which will calm and relax your mind and body. For super soft skin, use a body scrub. Renew Your Hands Your hands are the first ...

You know when you get home from a party and the last thing you want to do is wash your face? Well it might be more important than you think. If you just fall asleep with all that makeup on, you’ll end up with a big surprise in the morning. So here’s what you need to do for a post-party skin prep. Slather on Albolene, a cleansing lotion that also removes makeup. Wipe it off with a cloth or cotton pads, any any residue left behind acts as a moisturizer. If you’re just too tired for a two-step process, sweep away makeup with pre-moistened towelettes or pads. Makeup wipes are the...

So we all know that Evian makes water, but did you know that they also make beauty products as well? As far as I know, Evian has now launched a skin care line complete with face wash, moisturizer…the works. So does this product do justice to its fancy name and water? I just bought the Evian Oxygenating Cleansing Gel and I have to say that I love it like no other product. It works great for both face and eyes, so you don’t have to worry about getting tears, and it eliminates any trace of makeup and dirt on your skin. This gentle and soap-free gel removes makeup, excess oil a...

Organic beauty products is your best bed; not only are you helping Mother Earth but you’re helping yourself too! These green beauty products are all natural, without the chemicals, so you can be your skin, hair, and whatever else will get a good dose of healthy ingredients! Shampoo and Conditioner Shampoo and condition the right way with organic products. Alba, an Avalon Organics company, is committed to help preserve and heal the planet. Alba products are enriched with vitamins, certified organic herbs and pure plant proteins to foster healthy, manageable hair that will radiate ...

What better way to unwind than spend an entire weekend relaxing and pampering yourself without ever having to leave the house? Fast and easy nature-inspire fixes take the guesswork out of knowing what’s inside all the products you use. MAKE YOUR OWN HAIR SHINE Mix 2 T of apple cider vinegar, a c. of water, and juice from half a lemon. Run through your hair and rinse! MAKE YOUR OWN SCALP MOISTURIZER Combine 3 t. of honey with 1 pint of warm water. Massage it onto your scalp and wash it out! SUGAR SCRUB Add 1/2 c. of safflower oil to 1/2 c. of brown sugar. Mix in essential oils suc...

Foundation can be hard to work with at times. It can leave your skin looking streaky, cakey, and oily all at the same time. So what can you do to get a streak-free foundation application? Start by removing the dead skin on your face: exfoliate! Next, apply an oil-free primer. This will provide you with a clean and even canvas for makeup. Apply your foundation by using a damp makeup sponge to blend everything in for a seamless finish. Swipe it on in circular motions. If you still see streaks, especially around your chin or neck, later on, dab a little moisturizer over those areas to smo...