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February Empties

Wow last month I emptied out a lot of skin products. I am going to start from left to right hehe. I see a theme here and it is my love for the brand Clarins. Oh Boy! First is empty is the Exfoliating Scrub for the body. You are going to smooth away dry skin with a nourishing texture. This product is best on dry skin. You are going to warm the scrub in your hands then rub in circular motions.…

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Dollar Tree Lashes

My eldest daughter drags me to Dollar Tree and goes gaga over these lashes. I didn’t get it at first and bought a couple of pairs. Soon after she say Mom these lashes are all over TikTok. Naturally , I didn’t believe her at first and looked them up and yes these lashes are all the rave and look great on too. In this picture I have on the natural faux mink pair. The following day I went back and…

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Give Them Lala Palette Review

#Give Them Lala Beauty make up palette in “The Grown Women” and my thoughts on this beauty. First I have to note I was super bummed that I did not get this palette in my Boxy Charm . Nonetheless, when my girlfriend asked if I wanted to do a trade and this was in her mix I jumped on it. So here we go let’s get down to the nitty gritty. Love the packaging the simplicity is so chic. Can we have a…

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Sam Edelman Signature Scent

Sam Edelman is known to be a fashion house for clothing and shoes and now a Signature Fragrance. The bottle is to represent the craftsmanship to not just ware beautiful, but to be beautiful on the vanity too. Here are the notes of the fragrance: Top Notes: Mimosa Accord, Airy FloralsMiddle Notes: Margarita Froth, Green FloralsBottom Notes: Sandalwood, Heartwoods Grab yours today by shopping…

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Holiday Gift Guides

Who doesn’t love shopping? HAHA! As we speak my husband , “Hey shopaholic stop putting things in to your online cart.” Me , “huh?” All you can do is smile and laugh. It is the holiday time. What do you expect of me? Oh I know ; ding ding. It means to start shopping and put together some great gift guides for you all. This week it is all about skincare and makeup.

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New Trends at Macy’s

Macy’s is on the forefront of diversity and adding many new brands for all. With diversity in supporting Black Owned, Asian American, Pacific Islander, Latin owned business and many more. I am so proud to work and shop at a company that supports diversity and inclusion. Below is a stunning jewelry line by Syd and Pia NYC a women Afo-Latina owned business that started in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The…

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Color Street

My new beauty obsession is Color Street!!! I love putting on polish and have found memories of watching my mom putting on her red nail polish as a kid. With that said regular nail polish never lasted. Within a day of traditional nail polish was already chipping within a day. My high school days were all about the acrylics. Then fast forward to my 30’s it was all about the gel nail polish.…

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Skincare in Your 40's

Skincare in Your 40’s

As the season’s change so does my skincare. When I hit my 40’s it became more about hydration and glow to my skin. First things first; skin prep is where it is at. Cleansing your skin with makeup wipes do not cut it. Makeup wipes are great to remove makeup on the surface but nothing more. In your gym bag before a workout is the only place that I keep them. Here are my skincare steps that I do…

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Perks of Becoming a VIP Client with Monat

Why Monat? It is simple I just love all the products haha. First let’s start why I love the product so much. It has helped my scalp beyond words. For the past 10 plus years I have suffered from Dermatitis Psoriasis and have used many topical medications . However, since I have used Monat I am proud to say that I have not used my topical medications for over 6 months now. YAY!!!! What is my…

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Sky High Mascara

What is all that hype from the new Sky High Mascara that is all over social media currently? Of course being someone that loves all beauty I had to run out and buy it. Let me tell you that was a task in its own, I went to five different stores looking for this mascara and finally found it at Walmart. Here is what the web says about the mascara: Sky High lash is to impact every lash from every…

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Macy's Celebrates Black History Month

Macy’s Celebrates Black History Month

Support UNCF & Black Girls Code Beautiful Clothing Pieces These Candles are absolutely beautiful. Here are just a few brands that I have highlighted . Please click here Macy’s to shop and support all these brands . You can also click any of the images to support as well. Thank you XOXO -Christina Make sure to follow me on Social I post daily on Instagram ❤️

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Fall In Love

Earring // Dior Fragrance // Too Faced Palette // Lounge wear Set // Shoes // Chocolate Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and it is not to late to create that perfect gift basket for yourself or hint hint drop a list to your loved one. I put together my wish list from Macy’s that anyone would love. What are you waiting for? Click the photo items list above to shop. Now don’t get me…

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Recent Walmart Fashion Picks

Faux Leather Pant // Twist Knot Top // Animal Print Flats // Black Cardigan // Tiered Tank Top // Bootie Here are some recent finds from Walmart. Yes, I said Walmart! One of my personal favorite brands is Sophia Vergara which is a great fit for more athletic and mid size women. I am a more fit momma with a butte and really dislike when pants do not fit right. These faux leather pants are great…

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Hello There!!

I know it has been a minute. This year my goal is to be more present in my blog and social media. It was all just a snow ball effect after my hand surgery. Now fast forward to almost 7 months later and still recovering; I finally got cleared to build up my strength and get back to normal business. So here is to me and pushing myself to all my goals in the following year. I was talking to my best…

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Walmart Fall Capsule Pieces

Man it has been a minute. With returning back to work, being a wife and mom it is a real struggle. I just need to make the time is what I keep telling myself. So here is to me carving out the time to share my passion of sharing fashion, beauty and my life.

This week I wanted to share some pieces from Walmart that are great timeless pieces. It always puts a small smile on my face when…

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Fall Skincare

Wow!! It has been a hot minute. Life has fully gotten the best of me between distance learning with my youngest, work and being a mom and wife. Trying to balance it all is tiring but it is all worth it when I get a simple Thank you from a client, or a hug from my daughters.

As we transition into fall so does my skincare. Finding the right cocktail to good skin is all trial and. Wearing a…

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Life &Working Out After Surgery

Life has been interesting after my most recent hand surgery but I am adjusting to asking for help when needed. The biggest adjustment was getting used to only having one hand. Sounds east right? Those simple things we take for granted such as tying and fixing your hair to washing dishes. Oh let us not forget this momma loves to move, so modifying my workouts was big for me.

First things first…

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