Friday Fancies: Summer Beauty Must-Haves

As the girls and I went on our weekly Target trip, I was undoubtedly drawn to the beauty and personal care department. All the bright hues were just calling to me, and it doesn't help that my girls love playing with all the makeup. Such girly girls, just like they're mommy.

Beyond that, the Summer Trend Resort collection from Essie was fully stocked and oh so pretty. The lipsticks were all so pink and perfect, I just had to look and maybe take a few hone with me to play with. But it gave me the inspiration for this week's Friday Fancies.

Essie Summer 2013 Trend Collection - These bold colors are perfect for showing off that Summer tan.

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunblock, 100+ SPF - I'm a little neurotic when it comes to SPF and I constantly reapply. So one that's light, doesn't clog my pores, and provides sun protection is a definite must. That's why this Neutrogena one is my fave! I've been using Neutrogena's sunblock for years now and have absolutely no complaints. 

Lush Ocean Salt Body Scrub - I'm in definite need of a great body scrub one that evens my skin tone and keeps it glowing. I've heard rave reviews on this scrub and have been wanting to try it. I may have to make the hour drive to SD to pick up a jar to try.

Milani Statement Lipstick in Flamingo Pose & Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids Lipcolor in Shocking Coral - A bright pink lipstick always looks great with any Summer look. I've slowly becoming a lipstick addict and these are at the top of my list to try. 

Vaseline Spray & Go - I mentioned this once before, and I have to say that I've started to rely on this product a lot lately. I'm thinking I may need to toss one of these puppies into the car glove compartment. I love how quickly and easily I can moisturize while on the go with these crazy kiddos, especially since ashy knees are definitely NOT in style.  This spray is just perfect though for beating that dryness that occurs throughout the day. 

Let's just say Target trips are never quick, and I'm always left wanting more. I guess that's why there's always next week.

And lastly, what a great way to kick off the weekend, then with a fabulous giveaway! Style Elixir's Lauren Slade, myself and several other beautiful bloggers have teamed up for a fabulous giveaway. Go and enter at Style Elixir now!

Have a wonderful sunshine filled weekend!

Beauty by Tiffany: Make Your Own Lip Scrub

Hello again ladies! I'm back for another beauty post before my sister returns from her vacation! Let's jump right into it ... No lady wants wrinkles on their face! Well while we are all using anti-aging products, let's not forgot our lips! Probably the most wrinkly part on our face that gets neglected the most! Lip wrinkles aren't as noticeable and everyone has them, might as well give them some love too! Here's an easy DIY lip scrub and with religious use every other day or a few times a week, you'll see a difference with less wrinkles meaning less creasing for your lipstick! I personally use Bubblegum Lip Scrub from Lush ($9.95), but other lip scrubs are more expensive, especially from Sephora! It's amazing, I rub a tiny amount on my lips before any lipstick application and lick off the excess because it is flavored for the consumer's benefit! 

But here's a quick way to make your own lip scrub at home with things you can find in your own kitchen or bathroom! 1. Grab a dot of Vaseline and tiny amount of brown sugar or regular sugar and go ahead and mix the two into the palm of your hand. 2. Take the mixture and rub it over your lips and the sugar will begin to dissolve and break up the old skin. 3. Take a clean tissue and wipe the excess of the mixture off your lips and apply your favorite chapstick! ... TA DA (as big sister Claire would say)! Now that you scrubbed your lips and they should feel extra moisturized and softer already! Add this to your morning routine and before you know it, the lines on your lips will begin to go away. This lip scrub will allow your lips to absorb more moisture and make your lips appear softer.  Let's take away the wrinkles from every part of our face!
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