Back to School: Natural Makeup

Back to School: Natural Makeup

It's that time of year again, back to school! I love getting new supplies, clothes, and makeup. For me, back to school seems like a fresh start. I like to change up my makeup look every year to fit my day to day life. I prefer a natural look that enhances my features. This makeup look is also great if you are just beginning to wear makeup and don't want to go overboard.

First I like to start off with something with coverage. This year I have chose to use a light foundation. Tinted moisturizer, BB Cream, or concealer are also good options. This Revlon Colorstay Foundation (150 Buff) has medium coverage and blends well.

To follow the foundation I like to use a transparent powder. Its not going to add more coverage, which can prevent the "cakey" look. I mainly use powder to increase the wear of my foundation and prevent oiliness. The Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder (Transparent) does just that!

At this point my face can look really pale and colorless. I reverse that by adding some blush to the apples of my cheeks. A mauve, pink blush is natural but adds the right amount of color. Sally Beauty blush is cheap and effective.

In the mornings I don't like to mess with a whole eyeshadow look so I grab the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil (Yogurt). It is a nice champagne color that lasts all day!

The mascara I have recently been using is the  Maybelline Volum' Express Colossal Pumped Up Mascara. It is waterproof because it is still hot where I live and I don't want it smearing. I have it in the shade Glam Brown so that it is a little more natural than black.

Lastly, I add a little color to my lips. This Jouer Lip Gloss in Hibiscus is perfect!

I hope you were able to get gain some inspiration from the blog today! I wish you all luck this school year!

~Lexi

Back To School: hair and outfit

Hola!

Today I am going to be showing you guys a cute hairstyle and outfit that you could totally rock at school, church, or even to the mall with friends. Let us know what you think, and show us your #btsootd (that's back-to-school-outfit-of-the-day. Pretty creative, huh?!) Ignore my faces, please. I get really focused and forget to smile :)

 Start by sweeping all of your BRUSHED hair onto the side of your choice. You can do a part on the opposite side and bring the hair over your head, if you'd like. Separate your hair into two sections.

 Next, start a simple fishtail braid. To do a fish tail braid, bring a piece of hair from the outermost part of the section and bringing it to the inside of the opposite section of hair. Continue this, switching sections with each stitch of the braid.

When the braid is as long as you want it, or when you are running out of hairs, secure the braid with an elastic.

 Now find the top of the braid, and make a part/hole with your fingers. Grab the braid and bring it through the hole. You can also use a topsy tail for this.

 And there you have it! A cool twisted fishtail braid. It took me ten minutes, but I am really slow when it comes to braids.

 For some beachy mermaid waves, braid your hair using the twisted fishtail at night when it is damp, and leave it in your hair overnight. make sure to braid it on the opposite side that you sleep on, so it isn't uncomfortable. In the morning, blow dry the braid to make sure it sets, and sprits it with a tiny bit of hairspray. Undo the braid for some awesome waves!

 You can add a cool touch by bringing some hair back to show off the waves. It's super easy if you are in a rush.

My #BTSOOTD is a blue floral skirt I made myself and a San Fran fitted Tee from Old Navy. You can find similar floral skirts at most teen-focused stores.

I hope you enjoyed my back to school hair and outfit ideas. Let us know what you think, and have a great school year!