Monday, December 17, 2012

On the Wishlist!

Christmas gift to myself this year....

Urban Decay's Naked Basics Palette
http://www.sephora.com/naked-basics-palette-P376213?skuId=1458157

Very excited to try this one out!!  The Naked palettes line by Urban decay is a HUGE best seller for several reasons.  They make the most wearable colors all in one set, the array of shadows blend well together, they are rich in pigment, and one little portable case has every eyeshadow you could want for a day to night look!

That being said...I do not own a Naked palette.  Naked (1) has been around for some time and Naked2 made its debut earlier this year.  The second naked swapped out a few more basic colors from the first.  Why don't I have a Naked palette yet?  Well...because I kinda hate palettes!!  I don't like little windows of eyeshadow all in one package because typically I'm just not going to use all of them.  I usually will stick to 1 or 2 and then the rest is a waste.  And most of the time, you can get that exact shade you use more frequently in its own little pot!

However, along came Naked Basics...and that means along came my favorite types of shadows....MATTE!!!!!!  See earlier posts on where I rant and rave about how I love everything Matte!

This palette has your everyday basic shadows all in one place. For the smoky eye look, the golden taupe look, the pink look, the natural crease look, the fully awake look, and even slight concealing and setting! (Yes, I made up some of those names but I can picture in my mind what the look is, and can send pics and info if you so desire :).  Naked Basics may not translate to night if you want some shimmer, however, any well blended shade can be enhanced by a separate shimmery topping...a little frosting on top as I like to call it!

I plan to buy it soon...review to come!

 

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Luxury is for Babies Too!!

Before and after the birth of my daughter...baby products have been very high on my shopping list.  And not just any product...the BEST, SAFEST, and MOST LUXURIOUS!  Considering how much time, effort, and money I put into the products I buy for myself, how can I not want the absolute best for my little one?!

We all know baby skin is super duper sensitive and so only the most natural and gentle products will do.  However, gone are the days where Johnson and Johnson ruled the market...as now you can find literally 100s and 100s of babies and kids goodies online and in stores. 

Here are some of my favorites.  There are actually many more brands that I use, but these are probably my most favorite.  I did not include a description on each of them because I love them all for basically the same things.
They are:
- Organic and/or Natural
- No: Sulfates, Parabens, Phthalates
- Gentle
- No odd scents or odors
- They do what they claim to

Sunscreen
LaVanilla The Healthy Baby Block 
http://www.lavanila.com/The-Healthy-Baby-Block-SPF-40_p_64.html





Bath Wash
J.R. Watkins Baby Wash
http://www.jrwatkins.com/jrwatkins/productdetail.cfm?Store=E4C33ACF-2542-3708-4D6BFDC7F0F83A31&Group=6DBA1EAA-C3FF-9D4B-27B50DAC3218953F&Family=86DAEA1B-A5E2-0152-969B8EC38B5C7D4C&Product=FDF0D01E-B3F4-D181-40C7E187A5B8C94C&Country=Usa



Diaper Cream
Burt's Bees Baby Bee Diaper Ointment
http://www.burtsbees.com/natural-products/baby-mom-diaper-care/baby-bee-diaper-ointment.html



Shampoo
Earth's Best Tear-Free Shampoo
http://www.earthsbest.com/products/product/7852200735



Lotion
LaVanilla The Healthy Baby Lotion
http://www.sephora.com/the-healthy-baby-lotion-P261605



Bug Spray (you never know)
California Baby Natural Bug Blend Bug Repellent
http://www.californiababy.com/natural-bug-blend-bug-repellent-spray-6-5-oz.html


Face/Nose Wipes
Yes to Carrots Face and Nose Wipes
http://www.yestocarrots.com/product/face--nose-wipes?product_id=4421009



Hand Sanitizer
BabyGanics The Germinator
http://www.babyganics.com/Hand_Sanitizer_250ml_The_Germinator