Chocolate Masque

Doesn't that title sound yummy?

Yum. By the way, I am using my new camera :) 

Hello! So it's been awhile but I want to talk about a new masque I tried. I actually tried it today :) I'm sure most of you have heard of these masques by Montagne Jeunesse. You can find them anywhere really. I picked this one up at Ulta a few weeks ago. It took me awhile to use it because I only use masque's once a week and I was/still using one my Giovanni (check out that post here). So if I had known that this one smelt so good I would've started using it sooner. So a few things about this companies product: it is cruelty free (BUAV certified) and vegetarian.

Cruelty-free and vegetarian

How awesome is that? Also, it is very budget friendly. Because even when you are on a budget you probably still want to treat yourself and let's be honest, LUSH is an amazing company that also makes face masque's but it isn't ideal for the girl on a budget. Or even if you are new to trying face masque's this is a good one to start off with.

Let me start off the major details of it by saying this: It smells like chocolate. Not like that weird fake smell but actual candy bar chocolate. You can't go wrong with that. Just don't try to eat! I'm sure it doesn't taste like candy. This particular masque is for dry skin/ t-zone. T-zone meaning you tend to break out along the forehead down the center of your face. And of course, knowing me, I didn't look at which type I picked up until I got home. Luckily my biggest issue is in the t-zone. It says to wet face with warm water then apply. Make sure you read the back for what to do because some say to apply dry and some say to apply when face is wet. This mask is supposed to hydrate, deep clean pores and an anti-stress. I can agree that the smell of chocolate is de-stressing. I let it on for about 10 minutes and it got very hard. I personally can't tell if my pores are cleaner perse but I do feel like my face is more moisturized.

A real awkward bathroom selfie. The models did it better. 

This definitely a product that I would repurchase and would recommend to others. It is great for those who are on a budget, trying to/are cruelty-free shoppers, strictly vegetarian product users, or for those that like chocolate. 

Have you tried this masque before or another one like it or by this company? Let me know! I would love to hear what you think or your reviews. :)

Halloween costume

I love Halloween. Ever since I was an itty bitty tot and tripped in my ghost costume when I was 5 whilst trick-or-treating. I love dressing up and of course the candy aspect. I think I may be (unknowing) a secret cosplayer to some extent. I love being someone other than me. I love getting into costume and putting on the make up. It's exciting! This year I plan on being either Sailor Moon or Misty from Pokemon. I'm leaning more towards Sailor Moon because I like her costume more.

I love it so much! I also plan on learning how to do the make up for her. I will try my hardest to do it to the best of my abilities and put up a tutorial on how to. I plan on using ELF cosmetics for all the make up aspect. So it'll be a simpler anime make up and budget friendly. Halloween doesn't have to mean $500 worth of stuff. It can be very wallet safe ;)
So check back for updates on the make up! Also, what do you plan on doing for Halloween or dressing up as?

Beauty on a budget

Are you ever having a month (or life) that money has been tight? Many people have been in this situation. In this post I want to talk about where to find make up on a budget! These are some of my favorite make up companies that a budget friendly:

Companies:

E.L.F cosmetics

Wet 'n' Wild

NYX

Physicians Formula

If you guys have any favorite budget friendly make up brands leave a comment! :) 

Everyday face care routine

Everyday face care routine.

My everyday routine really isn't crazy with expensive scrubbers and high end face washes. My three go to things are:
1) Alba Botanica face scrub
I only use the face scrub twice a week (at least 2 days in between uses) I use this to help get dead skin, dirt, make up, etc off. It leaves my skin feeling soft and refreshed.
2) Avalon Organics
I use my face wash 2x a day. Once in the morning and again at night. I only use this face wash because my skin is very sensitive and very picky and so far this is one of the few that doesn't irritate my skin or make it break out. It has vitamin C in it. Also it helps defend against photo-aging.
3) Apple-cider vinegar in water

I use this once a day (sometimes 2x because of the weather in Arizona can be harsh) I take apple-cider vinegar and fill the little blue container about 1/3 and then the rest water to dilute it. This helps the pH in the skin. After about a week of using this daily I have noticed such a difference in my skin. I still get blemishes here and there but my skin looks brighter. 

I only use organic face products because to me using products that have tons of chemicals makes me think that aging and other skin issues are tied together. I'm not stating that as a proven fact but that's my philosophy. Also I only use products that are cruelty-free. 

All of these products I got at Walmart (except the apple-cider vinegar) So if you're looking for a more reasonable price for skin care check out these at walmart or target or wherever you shop. I hope that this post helps!