Never Forget These Truths

In my heart, I will always be sure 

of a few things in life. 

Do you care to know what they are?

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I will never apologize for being all or nothing. The answers to life are pretty simple and if you can't reply to a question with a heck yes, then the answer is heck no.

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Read this bad boy here.

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This advice has also done me well with regards to my career. Do you think I've let people in my job walk all over me? If I have, I've made them deeply regret it throughout the years. One needs to understand that no one has ever wholeheartedly understood or accepted my career path. Cue in...

You've got you, boo. I'm too old for this crap of needing anyone's acceptance or approval. Sometimes the only thing holding you back is yourself. So stinkin' what if your circle reeks of suckiness?! Stop your whining and grab your big girl panties. You can do it. I'm sooo exhausted from drowning in your self pity. There are kids starving in third world countries. Let's get real about the fact that you're not really a victim. Furthermore, maybe God is giving you a lesson to show you how thick your skin really is.

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Do good and good will come back to you. It's the law of the universe, bro. One cannot argue with the laws of attraction. Energy cannot be created nor destroyed, correct? Then if that's what we're seriously debating, we all better be transferring around some good energy because again, I'm too old for this mediocre, crappy crap these small-minded individuals be transferring around my universe.

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Say what you want, within reason. Not saying what you want will only leave you feeling mildly dissatisfied. I don't know about you, but I for sure don't want to be knocking on the pearly gates wishing I could of done or said something.

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Enjoy life, especially if it involves things that make you happy, such as but not limited to, bacon.

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Shout Out To These Surprising Beauties

This is a shout out not to my ex, 
but to these surprising beauty wonders. 

They've kinda made me who I am as of lately. Let's all live legit together erstwhile slathering these below recommendations all over our faces.

Shall we?

Milani Conceal & Perfect Foundation, $8.99
Shop Target here.

If you've got some skin issues such as hyperpigmentation or acne, you may want to conceal it about as bad as your last break up. Delete those pics, block those numbers and rejoice in this Milani water resistant concealer and foundation in one easy to use pump. Not that we particularly want you crying over spilt milk, but tears happen people. Now that you've got a foundation on that won't budge, you can grab that kleenex with the lotion inside, dab those tears away and rock out to the best break up playlist known to man. Hallelujah moment. This foundation is soooo smooth, by the way. Probably waaayyy smoother than your ex.

Juice Beauty Organic Lip Moisturizer, $15
Shop Juice Beauty here.

Stop your sniffling and get your smackers in check. Make your lips who they were meant to be, okay? Your new man is going to love the orange vanilla flavor of Juice Beauty's organic lip moisturizer. This is truly the only thing I recommend to clients who come to Ulta in desperate need to fix their parched lippies. It's also a staff favorite. Those in the know use it and these are the very same people that have confidence you'll get your groove back.

Estee Lauder Re-Nutriv Floralixir Dew, $120
Shop Dillard's here.

If the word regenerating in the name of Estee Lauder's floralixir dew water isn't an omen for recovery, then I don't know what is. You're dehydrated, honey. Mentally and physically. Nourishing, strengthening and uplifting, this dew water is the polar opposite of your ex. After washing your face, we enjoy pouring a bit of this into our hand and pressing it into the skin to not only hydrate, but to also boost radiance. 

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Never let your ex or your skin ever bring you down again.

Ya heard me?

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Feel It Coming: Your Perfect Summer Body

I know what your poor body has been through. 

Maybe you were born with it. Maybe you burned one too many times in the frying sun. Or, maybe you got into an accident. Heck, maybe your tattoo artist couldn't spell. No worries. No regerts. Humans deserve to feel good about themselves and these beautiful body products can set you totally free just in time for Summer season. Read on because these beautiful babies will be appearing in a bathroom near you. We can feel it coming. 

Dermablend Leg & Body Cover,  $33
Get it here.

Dermablend Leg & Body Cover
What it does:
Ideal for all occasions, Leg and Body Cover provides medium coverage for up to 16 hours of no-worry wear that is smudge- and transfer-resistant—especially when used with Dermablend Setting Powder. Never cakey or masky, the lightweight liquid texture provides all-day hydration and broad-spectrum SPF 15 for ultimate protection. Featuring camo-pigments® technology, it contains a high level of pigments in ultra-blendable formulas for natural yet flawlessly camouflaged skin. It conceals skin concerns such as tattoos, stretch marks, spider veins, bruises, scars, and burns, gliding on evenly to leave skin comfortable with a natural-looking finish.

Vita Liberata pHenomenal Tanning Mousse Duo, $54
Get it here.

Vita Liberata pHenomenal Tanning Mousse

What it is formulated to do:
pHenomenal mousse leaves skin beautifully tanned, amazingly nourished, and healthy-looking for up to two to three weeks. The fast-absorbing mousse formula gives instant natural bronzing and develops to a deep, natural-looking tan. pHenO2 technology encourages a tan that lasts up to four times longer than regular tans with a patch-free, perfect fade. Certified organic botanicals and moisture locking technology give 72-hour hydration while Odour Remove™ technology ensures no smell whatsoever. The tan mitt included ensures a fast and easy, streak-free application and natural-looking result. Regardless of your natural skin tone, choose Fair for a subtle glow, Medium for a golden bronze, and Dark for a deep tan.

Bio-Oil, $19.99
Get it here.

Bio-Oil
What it can do for your skin:
Bio-Oil is a specialist skincare oil that helps improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks and uneven skin tone. It is also effective for aging and dehydrated skin. Bio-Oil has won 332 skincare awards and has become the No.1 selling scar and stretch mark product in 24 countries since its global launch in 2002. The Bio-Oil formulation is a combination of plant extracts and vitamins suspended in an oil base. It contains the breakthrough ingredient PurCellin Oil™, which ensures that the vitamins and plant extracts in the oil are easily absorbed.

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You've been scared of your body before. But fear not. 

You don't have to rush when you're alone with these body beauties. Here's to enjoying the Summer months.

Premiering At The Makeup Show: The Way I Feel For Smashbox's New 2017 Launches

Spring / Summer makeup launches bring the life back to a chilly Winter and honestly they invigorate a makeup lover's soul. 

Whether you're a professional in the cosmetic industry or a beauty client simply looking to update your makeup and skincare wardrobe, we totally got you for 2017 and beyond.

Actually, Smashbox Cosmetics has entirely what you're looking for. If you're lucky enough to attend The Makeup Show Orlando this upcoming weekend March 18th thru 19th, beauty professionals will be able to feast their eyes on some never before seen 2017 awesomeness. We divulge below. Expect to be stunned and delighted. Nothing's gonna' change the way we feel for these new product launches...

Glow just a little or let those cheekbones be seen from space. The option is yours now. Two easy to use highlighting palettes put you in control of the spotlight. Fearlessly add dimension and depth to your face with three tonal finishes that layer to create your ultimate glow. Fair skin does great in the pearl palette while darker skin tones look amazing in the gold palette. Never did I ever think I'd find one palette with such varying highlight textures. Did we mention they're only $35 for three highlights?!

Watch Casey on YouTube here.

Co-created with highlighting guru and YouTube star Casey Holmes, each tonal palette was inspired by Casey’s ideal lighting. Includes three exclusive get-the-looks and quick tips for optimal placement to keep you always well lit in any light & every pic.

Everyone looks amazing in golden-hour lighting, but it’s gone in a flash! Smashbox developed this primer cream to recreate that glow 24/7 in photo shoots and in your real life. This satin-smooth formula illuminates, perfects and enhances radiance while hydrating for better makeup application.

Shop Smashbox here.

This new primer is packed with hyaluronic acid & shea butter for instant & all-day moisture. Delivering a 4K experience, the high-definition spheres blur imperfections. You're going to love the micro-fine amber & bronze pearls that create a warm glow suitabe for any skin tone.

Get your Makeup Show tickets here.

Hand Claps For The Makeup Show Orlando: Where To Go And Who To See

We can't stop! Turn it up...

The Makeup Show is about to touch down in sunny Orlando this weekend, March 18th and 19th. Filled with amazing exhibitors, keynote speeches and hands-on workshops, come partake in every professional makeup artists' dream weekend. The Makeup Show truly brings together an incredible range of pro-driven brands, services, celebrity artists, educators and beauty insiders.

With all these new product launches it's easy to get way too inspired and lose track of time. Plan your course of action by taking a look at the updated floorplans.

The Makeup Show Orlando
Get tickets here.

For a large and in charge printable floor plan, 

click here.

See you there!

Beauty Products To Take With You Anywhere

"They don't know you like I know you. 

I know they don't."

~ your makeup bag ~

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We all have those beauty items we can't live without. I totally get it. They're a part of you. For me, staples would include an eyeliner, mascara and a few lippies. You never know when you'll find yourself in desperate need of a classic red and a classic nude lip. Some women bring their whole makeup counter to the gym erstwhile others enjoy the minimalist approach. Whatever category you fall into, you deserve to feel happy and confident in your beauty toting decisions. If you're looking for a few small updates for your to-go bag, look no further than these little beauties.

Smashbox Try It Kit, $24
Get it here.

Not only does this bad boy come with a mini smudgeproof, water resistant cream fiber infused Full Exposure mascara, it also comes with a full size waterproof, as black as your soul Always Sharp eyeliner. The self sharpener is awesome, by the way. One can easily make a cat eye without having to be a makeup Jedi. The mini lipstick also easily fits in your pocket and this soft mauve color is universally flattering. One can also multitask by using the Photo Finish primer to tame hair frizzies. It works. We swear. And you're welcome. Heh. Heh.

Dermablend Compact Setting Powder, $27
Get it here.

Ahhh, Dermablend. You're my boy, blue! Dermablend's loose, translucent setting powder is one of the best selling setting powders in the world. Now it comes pressed for all your beauty toting, touching up needs. Allow me to point out that no one, and I mean no one, ever wants to cake on makeup. This powder is a great option for simple oil-absorbing. You can also rub a little on your finger and press it into your lipstick and lipgloss for longer wearability. Who's multitasking now?

Tarteist Pro Glow To Go Palette, $23
Get it here.

What is this? A center for ants? Nope. But it is a center for anyone who wants to tote around some bronzer, highlight and a neutral eyeshadow palette. The contour color is fab for selfies and depending on your hair color, you could hypothetically use it in the brow as well. The two shimmers are also very luxe and look great under the brow and inner eyelid.

Juice Beauty Age Defy Solutions Kit, $40
Get it here.

First things first, this kit is the realest. Perfect for airplane travel or the gym bag, this kit contains minis of the Green Apple line which helps address initial signs of aging and helps to correct dark spots. I've also been guilty of pressing this serum on over my made up face for a quick boost of hydration and radiance. This line is organic, contains malic acid from organic green apples and a potent age-defying cocktail of Peptides, DMAE, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Vitamin C and CoQ10. We simply can't get enough!

Batiste Cherry Travel Size Dry Shampoo, $2.99
Get it here.

Dry shampoos will help combat a sweaty gym hair situation as well as add volume. Spray your roots, then blow dry and brush your hair upside down. The hidden bonus here is that you'll smell like cherries. Not the pits. At all.

Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil, $26
Get it here.

Comforting your cracked lips has never been easier. This nourishing lip oil also comes in three semi-transparent, non-sticky shades. You never know when your lips will need a little love while you're out and about. You'll also fall in love with the size of this lip oil. It's pocket perfect.

Take these little guys anywhere and you're

sure to have a rockin' beauty day.

Enjoy, friends.