April showers

It is officially April! Time is flying way to fast.

Since it requires some April showers to bring May flowers, I thought I would share some ideas for rainy day looks!

Makeup

Since it is wet outside and you probably won't be out and about as much, a really simple and waterproof look would be best. I would use a foundation that includes SPF since the clouds reflect harmful rays onto your skin. Boo! This cream from Coola is tinted and has SPF 30. Then, apply a waterproof mascara to open up your eyes. Try this mascara from Maybelline New York. Feel free to add concealer or primer to this look for a longer lasting style.

Hair

Frizz-alert! The humidity in the air can turn the softest hair into a frizzy madhouse. Start by towel-drying your hair, not blow drying it. While damp, apply an anti-frizz mousse or spray. Try this one from John Frieda. It has 304 out of 305 stars! Then, try putting your locks into a topknot or braid to keep every strand in it's place. If you don't have problems with frizz and humidity, go ahead and try a smooth ponytail. Try to not curl or straighten your hair, as it will be ruined the second you step outside. It's a nice excuse to give your hair a much needed break.

Outfit

Today's look should stick to two words: cute and comfy. Pull out those cute rain boots, or pick up these cute ones from Target (best place EVER!). On a grey and gloomy day, stick to bright colors. Who wants to be sad on a day made to splash in puddles and hang out with the ones you love? Leggings will keep you warm. 

I hope this helped to kick away the rainy day blues! 

~Ella~

Get Ready with Lexi: Weekend

Hello all! Below is a description of what products I use to get ready on the weekends. My weekend look is minimal makeup. This is a great makeup look if you are young and want to start wearing makeup. I included my getting ready from start to finish.

Basics



I begin, like always, with brushing my teeth. This is always a priority. My current toothpaste is the Colgate MaxFresh in mint. I never stick to the same toothpaste so I can't say I have a favorite!

My toothbrush is the Reach Design brush. I love the fun pattern! It happens to motivate me to brush my teeth! :) Target





    Next, I put in my contacts! Francescas

Skincare

 In order to make your makeup stay all day, you need a clean face. I have been enjoying the St. Ives Apricot Scrub. This has always been a favorite but I have just recently rediscovered it.

TIP: If you have extremely sensitive skin use this scrub and mix it with a bit of baby wash. It will allow the scrub to be exfoliating but not too abrasive. Target

 After I have washed my face, I follow up with a moisturizer. I live in an extremely sunny area so in March I begin wearing sunscreen on a daily basis. In order to keep the number of products I use low, I opted for this moisturizer. This is technically a sunscreen but is very thick so it is hydrating. It also smells AMAZING!! Whole Foods





I would like to say that I scrub my lips everyday but more often than not, I don't. But when I feel like I need some pampering  will add this step. Lush's Mint Julips lip scrub is made from easy to read ingredients!! So you can eat it if you like. This particular scrub smells like chocolate mint! By doing this step you are removing dead skin cells so that your lips can absorb moisture better. Lush

Makeup

On to the makeup. I begin, like everyday, with a concealer. This one happens to be my favorite and it is cheap. Hard Candy Glamoflauge is said to be so thick it can conceal tattoos. While I don't know if this is true, I do know that it is thick. And I mean thick. Three globs can cover my entire face! Walmart

 To make everything stay in place, I follow up with a pressed powder. I don't want to make my face look cakey so I bought the translucent powder. Basically all it does it set your makeup in place. In this case, the Rimmel powder also combats shine. Walmart

 Adding some color is an important step for me. On the weekends I tend to only use the blush in this duo. I bit of color can prevent my face from looking too pale. Elf's blush is the perfect color!

TIP: Want your blush to look extremely natural? Try mixing the blush and bronzer together to get a brownish pink color. Target

Last but not least, lip balm! I recently purchased the EOS Lemon drop lip balm. This lip balm has SPF 15, just in time for summer. Target

  

I hope this was a helpful blog post today! Let me know if you have any questions! Talk to you later! :)