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"I had a little tea party this afternoon at three, Twas very small - Three guests in all, I, myself and me. Myself, ate all the sandwiches, while I drank all the tea, twas also I who ate the pie and passed the cake to me." - Jessica Nelson North

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Links I Love: March

Links I Love: March

I’ve read quite a lot this month, even though the middle of the month was full of loss and heartbreak for my small little family. I’ve been reading about healing crystals, how to make your bathroom feel like a spa, and how to spring-clean your life.

8 Crystals that will help you through Mercury Retrograde

Staying sane during MR can be tough. My inbox has been full of articles about the power of…

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The New Korean Beauty Trend You Need to Know About

Have you noticed the latest influx of imported beauty cushion compacts? No, not the CoverGirl powder compacts your mom/grandma used to use. Known as Korea’s best-kept beauty secret, these products are everywhere — small foundation compacts that require a puff or your finger to dab the foundation onto your skin. Cushion compacts were exclusive to BB and CC creams here and there, but thanks to popular demand, we’re now seeing cushion-themed blush and concealer. From everyday beauty to special-occasion products, here are eight must-try items. 1. Peripera Ah, Much Real My Cushion Blusher ($16): An adorably packaged liquid blush can instantly wake up your face on even your dullest of skin days. This dewy finish is perfect for a glowy effect. 2. ETUDE HOUSE Magic Any Cushion ($30): A multi-functional base is all you need to prep your skin for the ultimate stay-all-day look. You can apply this cushion compact’s formula all over, or just in those much-needed spots. 3. Peripera Peri’s Cushion Lips ($14): Giving lip color a refreshing punch, these cushion-controlled applicators allow for just the right amount of pigment. Guaranteed to give you all-day color, this formula stains your pout for a smudge-free day.   4. IOPE Air Cushion Sunblock XP ($40): A cult favorite, this compact is rightfully dubbed the “Six Second Compact,” as one is sold every six seconds. With light coverage, this compact comes with a skin-perfecting antibacterial sponge to help apply the air-like formula. 5. Too Cool for School Dinoplatz UFO Multi Box ($27): Here’s a multi-tasking kit that fits comfortably in your clutch! This pint-size kit packs some serious must-haves with a BB cushion compact, primer, concealer and highlighter all in one place. 6. Laneige Watery Cushion Concealer ($27): Long-lasting and medium-to-heavy coverage with a light feel? We can’t think of anything else you would need in a concealer. Doubling as a moisturizer, this concealer is an amazing addition to your under-eye routine. 7. HERA Cushion Liner ($32): Take this cushion makeup trend to the next level with a liquid gel liner like no other. No need to pull or tug on the sensitive skin of your eyelids; this formula is opaque and glides like a dream. 8. TONYMOLY Crystal Cushion Eye Pot ($7): Easily apply this wet-to-dry formula for a lasting, glittery look. The creamy texture is easy to work with, whether you’re using a brush or your fingers to apply.

Know of any other awesome products jumping on the cushion compact trend?

This is an original post that I wrote for Brit.co. Featured image via PonysMakeup Instagram.

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Links I Love: May Round-Up

Links I Love: May Round-Up

It’s Memorial Day weekend, meaning we have a three-day weekend to rest, relax, and catch up with friends and family at a BBQ or out on the lake. It also means that I can catch up on some reading, including some links I love. I subscribe to several blogger’s newsletters and sometimes I get their newsletters once a week or sometimes every day. So this month, I thought I’d share link to some of…

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Mango Body Butter

Ingredients:

– 1 cup shea butter

– 1/2 cup mango butter

– 1/2 cup almond oil

– mango essential oil (20-25 drops)

Instructions:

1. Fill your pot with water so that your glass bowl sits half immersed. Add shea and mango butter and melt them in a boiling water.

2. When the butters are completely melted, carefully remove your glass bowl from the pot of hot water. Stir in the almond oil and 20-25 drops of mango essential oil.

3. Chill the mixture in the fridge for about 20 minutes.

4. Once the mixture has cooled, whip it with an electric mixer or whisk until you have soft peaks and a creamy texture.

5. Massage it into your skin for some body butter bliss. To store, place in an airtight container and set in a cool place—it should keep for about 4-6 months.

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