This month I spent probably two weeks straight without wearing any makeup, but when I did it was simple basics that are now staples in my collection. As for hair, it's been all about the lazy, but ever-classic sock bun.
Maybelline Baby Lips lip balm in Pink Punch
// A sheer hot pink balm with a smooth & natural finish.
Rimmel London Stay Matte powde
// I'm not one for face make-up, but for days I need to avoid shine at all costs, this is a perfect light powder that lasts all day long.
Claire's Mini Hair Donut
// This little plastic donut is brown, so there's no way people can notice it peaking out in my hair. Plus, it's really tight so it makes it super easy to fold hair into and stays on top of my head without bobby pins!
Body & Skincare
Like I said, makeup this month has been minimal, and that's thanks to my all-time favorite face cleansers that I finally got around to repurchasing.
Neutrogena Naturals Fresh Cleansing + Makeup Remover face wash
// Nothing leaves my skin feeling softer, clearer and looking brighter. I can't believe I went so long without repurchasing this.
Clearasil Daily Pore Cleansing Pads
// These have been a favorite since middle school. The perfect afternoon pick-me-up to leave my skin feeling clean and lightly exfoliated without needing to rinse with water.
Victoria's Secret Sheer Love Fragrance Mist
// White cotton & pink lily result in a fresh, light scent that's perfect for a casual day of class and work.
Life: Home, Health, Music & Moments
This month has been long, but it's been a time where I feel like I've really grown as a person and have renewed an excitement for life.
Slatkin & Co. Cranberry Pear Bellini candle from Bath & Body Works
// "Bubbly and delicious" are used on the packaging description, and that pretty much says it all. It's fresh and tart, which was a nice reminder that it's spring, despite the snow we had.
Tazo Passion Tea
// This month I have gotten into having a cup of unsweetened hot tea before bed to relax at the end of the day. Passion Tea has been a favorite at Starbucks for years, and the boxes of tea bags are way cheaper. It's a really flavorful herbal tea.
Parachute
// My favorite band this month is hands-down Parachute. They have been a favorite for years and in preparation for their concert this month, I was listening to their The Way It Was and Losing Sleep albums constantly, as well as their latest single, "Hearts Go Crazy." Their concert was amazing and meeting them was wonderful. Parachute's music ranges from pop-rock, soul with some bluesy feels. My favorite songs from this month would be "Ghost" and "What I Know." Check them out!
Clean Eating
// For the last two weeks I have been fasting from sweets and enjoying eating "clean." Cutting out processed foods has been fun and instantly rewarding. I've already seen weight loss and feel great putting natural, nutritious food in my body.
Favorite pictures of the month
// My sorority's Kentucky Derby themed semi-formal with my Big Sister & Twin Sister ++ Meeting one of my favorite bands, Parachute.
Ready for April to finish up classes, enjoy warmer weather and likely some neon lipstick and sundresses. Yep, sounds like a good plan to me. Goodbye March, Hello April!
-jh
