FACIAL FAVES

Finding the perfect facial products to use is basically one big trial and error process. But once you find the ones that work for your skin type and make you feel good, you're golden!
In this post, I'm going to share with you my top 3 facial products I have been loving lately, as well as a DIY facial to try at home!


1. Exfoliate

Once a week I use the Ocean Salt Scrub from LUSH. This scrub is great for preventing breakouts and keeping your skin smooth, refreshed and bright!

2. Cleanse

Every night I wash my face with Fresh's Soy Face Cleanser. This simply just cleans off any makeup I didn't get off with a makeup wipe and it makes my skin super soft. I feel so much better and rejuvenated before bed and into the morning!

3. Moisturize
With winter starting, I really needed a good moisturizer for my face to make sure it doesn't start to dry up. I randomly chose to try the Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer because I've had good experiences with Aveeno products before. It also has salicylic and blemish treatment within it for "clear, even-looking skin." My face tones tend to get uneven during the winter so I've been using this product for about a week now and I'm loving how soft and moisturized it makes me feel!

4. DIY Face Mask / Spot Treatment


I was never one for using random cooking products for DIY beauty treatments until I tried this one!
All you have to do is mix together these 3 ingredients...

2 tbsp of honeyfor moisturizing
1 tsp of cinnamon powder - for reducing inflamation, redness and drying out acne
1 wedge of lemon juice - for brighteninv dark spots and scarring 

Mix these ingredients up in a bowl until you get a nice paste, then massage it all over your face or use it as spot treatment on certain areas.
I leave mine on for about 15-20 minutes, wearing an old tee incase of drips, and I try to do this twice a week for the best results!

Comment any facial faves you have!

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METALLIC SHINE

I recently received my winter box from Poverty Flats and it's like they know me so well!
I opened up the box and first saw this beautiful, metallic backpack. I was speechless and totally heart eye emoji over it, it took me a minute to realize this bag was all mine now!
I immediately had to switch all of my school supplies over into it and bring it to class.


It's the perfect bag for school and day trips out. I'm also a huge sucker for anything metallic so I was really excited about getting the metallic silver mini tote too!


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THE ESSENTIAL WRISTLET


     Living in the city keeps me busy every day of the week. Whether I have a full day of classes or a day off, I'm always on the go. I like to keep my outfits cute but comfortable. That way I can show off my latest fashion finds or try out new trends, while also being prepared for a long day of walking. The toughest part about a long day out is deciding what bag to carry along with me. This usually depends on where I'm going and how much I need to bring with me. If I'm just taking a trip out to a cafe, shopping, a concert, or a walk, I'll go for the easiest and smallest bag, my wristlet.


     My wristlet is from Poverty Flats by Rian HandbagsIt is the perfect size to fit all my essentials; money and cards, sunglasses, lip balm, a mini lotion, headphones and my phone. It keeps everything safe and easily accessible. And while it is great alone, I also use it as a wallet inside a handbag or tote for my more busier days. 
Poverty Flats is a smaller, growing business, with high quality and trendy products at affordable prices. The mesh style of the wristlet is my favorite because it really fits my athleisure style!

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