Derm Exclusive!

I just got in my order from Derm Exclusive by Beachbody.    I cannot wait to start using this. 

What was included with my kit?

Derm Exclusive® Micro Peel Resurfacing Pads- Inspired by professional chemical peels, Micro Peel Pads gently remove dead surface cells to exfoliate, refine, and polish your skin. Now you can reveal a smoother, brighter, more even-toned complexion.

 Derm Exclusive® Intensive Repair Serum-  Helps undo years of premature aging—like dark spots and discoloration—as it speeds up skin's natural DNA repair process. Powerful enzymes accelerate recovery from everyday sun damage, while antioxidant vitamin C helps fade spots and even out skin tone. Use twice daily for brightening results equal to a photofacial.

 Derm Exclusive® Collagen Lift Moisturizer-  Get the look of a laser firming treatment at home. Boost collagen production for firm, lifted skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles with astonishingly powerful results

 Derm Exclusive® Fill and Freeze®-Instantly plumps lines and wrinkles while reducing the appearance of dark circles. Dr. Ordon's breakthrough discovery gives injections and fillers a run for their money!  I got 2 of these in my intro kit.

Derm Exclusive® Intensive Repair Serum- Helps undo years of premature aging—like dark spots and discoloration—as it speeds up skin's natural DNA repair process. Powerful enzymes accelerate recovery from everyday sun damage, while antioxidant vitamin C helps fade spots and even out skin tone. Use twice daily for brightening results equal to a photofacial.


Derm Exclusive®Age Defense Moisturizer SPF 24- This creamy moisturizer with antioxidants and broad-spectrum UVA and UVB sunscreen helps protect skin from the sun's damaging rays.

 Derm Exclusive® Volume Lip Therapy SPF 15-Adds luscious volume to your lips without painful injections. Volume Lip Therapy is formulated with Hyaluronic Filling Spheres and natural moisturizers to smooth and plump lines, while helping to relieve dryness and promoting fuller, softer, nourished lips.

Ulta/Target Haul and swatches!

Here are the swatches I promised from today's haul video.

I love the NYX and Revlon lip colors.  They are such pretty spring time colors.  I cannot wait for spring and warm weather.  In the mean time, I will just wear these colors and wait.

Here are the NYX lip colors

The Revlon pinks are from the Just Bitten Collection and the nude is a colorburst lacquer balm.

And also as promised here is a close up of the Naked 3 palette!  I love all of these colors.  They are very pigmented and everything I have come to expect from Urban Decay!

Beauty tips every girl should know

To prevent hair color from fading in the summer months, use a conditioning treatment weekly or bi-monthly.


Always allow about two fingers from your nose to where blush starts.


Make sure you hydrate the skin and put on a primer


Balance out your shimmer. If you're doing a shimmery eye, do matte lips


To make your manicure last, apply a thin layer of clear every two days


 Take a shimmery gloss to the center of your lips, top and bottom – this will attract light to your lips, making them look pouty


 To make your cheek bones appear higher, use bronzer under the cheekbone and highlighter on the actual cheekbone


 Always wash your makeup off before bed


 Clean out your makeup bag at least once a year to get rid of old products that may be expired or you no longer use.



 Change your beauty routine for Spring/Summer months. Your skin needs less coverage during the spring so you can swap the heavy products for lighter ones.


 If you’re not a fan of liquid liner, get the look of liquid eye liner by using a gel instead.


 To help you find the right shade of foundation, choose the product you think is closest to your color and try it on your jawline in natural light. You will be able to easily compare it to your neck’s color to see if you need to go for a different undertone, lighter or darker.

January Favorites

I wanted to do this in a video but I scratched my eye and it is very red and angry. So I am doing my favorites in a blog post instead.

My first favorite for the month of January is Coconut oil.  My skin is so dry here in the south.  I have tried so many moisturizers and nothing worked for my skin.  I use the coconut oil in place of my night time moisturizer. I wake up with soft and hydrated skin!

Next up is a new to me item. I got this lip product in my January Ipsy bag.  I have been using this at night time as well, and my lips are so hydrated when I wake up.

On to some make up favorites!  The Urban Decay Naked BB cream is new this month.  I love the even coverage, yet it is not too heavy on my skin!

I have also been loving the Loreal Telescopic mascara.  It makes my almost non existent lashes actually there.  I do not think I will ever switch to another brand.  Its cheap and it gets the job done!

My next favorite of the month is the Nars blush in Sex Appeal.  I have very fair skin so this light blush is perfect for my skin tone!

And lastly my face wash.  I use Philosophy's Purity, along with my clairsonic.  This combo is great for my skin.  In addition to dry skin, I also have sensitive skin.  This does not break me out at all and leaves my face nice and clean!  As you can see I need to buy some more!

Hopefully next month I will be able to film my Favorites!  I am also getting a new camera this weekend so the pictures will be much better!

Bombshell Volume Mascara Review

I did go ahead and make a video of my initial reaction to the Bombshell mascara.  My view is not favorable for this product.  I really wanted to love it.  My eyelashes are not very long or dark and I had high hopes for this mascara.  I was left disappointed and with product on my face that I had to use makeup remover to remove it.  Normally if I get a bit of mascara on my eye lid or under eye, a q-tip with some water on it gets it right up, that did not work with the Bombshell mascara.  For ten dollars its not a huge investment, however this product did not work for me.

Ulta Mini Haul

I just wanted to share my mini haul from Ulta.  I know its not very long, but I promise longer ones will be up soon!