Autumn is Ending...

HELLO EVERYONE!

I hope you all are having a wonderful week so far! I haven't been blogging an incredible amount lately and I apologize. I have been working and I am currently sick and with Thanksgiving coming up I want to spend time with them and wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving. I really love the Autumn season and I am sad to see it go but I am also very, very, very happy that it is almost Christmas.

I have to say I love Christmas so incredibly much and I am just so, so, so excited for this year because with me working I have the money to get everyone gifts this year and I have the extra money to have a lock-in with the children! So I have been planning that and just planning some December posts to do because I really need to get up with my blogging again. I love blogging but sometimes finding the time is a challenge. Anyways, I hope you all have a wonderful holiday and I hope to see you all soon! Love Lots, Kayla!

Benefit They're Real Mascara: Review

Hello Everyone!

I hope you all have had a lovely weekend! Sorry I have not blogged much, I am constantly incredibly busy and have a full schedule on my hands- that I may need to free up sometime in the near future! Anyways, if you are a Sephora Beauty Insider (and if you are not then I strongly recommend you go sign up) you know about the birthday gifts you can receive, now these are always really amazing gifts (or at least for the past two years they have been) and they are no cost to you at all. This years birthday gift was Benefit Cosmetics products: They're Real Mascara and Watt's Up Highlighter. I love both products but as for now I am only reviewing the mascara.

 

I am constantly looking at Sephora because they are ALWAYS so informative about everything and here is what they had to say about Benefit They're Real Mascara:

 

What it is: A jet-black mascara that lengthens, curls, volumizes, lifts, and separates lashes for a spectacular "out-to-here" look. 

What it does:
This breakthrough bestseller reveals lashes you never knew you had! The specially designed brush features staggered bristles that grab close to the root, boosting length and volume beyond belief. The custom-domed tip uses precision bristles to lift, define, and curl even your tiniest lashes. With a glossy, jet-black, long-wearing formula, you’ll flaunt luxurious, silky lashes that won’t smudge, clump, or dry out. True story!

What else you need to know:
Go horizontal! The staggered bristles grab close to the root, boosting length and volume. Then go vertical! The custom-domed tip with precision bristles lift, define, and curl even your tiniest lashes.

Research results:
In a consumer panel survey, the following results were reported:
- 94% saw dramatic length and volume
- 90% saw base-to-tip curl
- 94% saw visible lift
-100% saw long-wearing results

 

 

My Thoughts:

This mascara runs for $23.00 at Sephora, which to me is way more than my usual $7-$8 mascaras from the drugstore. I do love the mascara and I think it is totally worth the hype... BUT, I also think that purchasing the product one time and keeping the brush to use for a different mascara will accomplish the same look with half the price.

 

 I love the rubber bristles the wand has. I also enjoy the bristles on the end that allows me to get those little inner lashes that can sometimes be rather difficult to get even the tiniest amount of product on.

 

(Left: curled with the mascara and Right: no mascara)

 

I love the fact that this really does lengthen and volumize my lashes but still keeps them separated, but a lot of rubber bristled wands can achieve that same look... however most do not contain the bristles on the end. I curl my lashes before I even apply mascara so the whole curling lashes claim they have going on... I don't agree with entirely, but it does HOLD my curl.

 

 

 

Okay, so the mascara is perfect, other than the price. WRONG! We all know I am in colorguard with the marching band and yada, yada, yada. With that being said, I expect a lot from all of my make-up because I don't want to have to reapply it before every game, that's a waste of product and a waste of time...  that said... I have no problem with the mascara not being there from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm, because it most surely is... but the mascara flakes. I usually have no issues with flaking, but I do with this mascara and if I am even going to consider $23.00 for anything... it best be PERFECT!

 

Moral of the story... I really do love this mascara but it is incredibly pricey, and it isn't perfect. However... it does achieve the look I want, just doesn't hold up to my 16-hour days! Would I purchase? Yes, but I would keep the mascara wand to use for other mascaras such as Maybelline Great Lash.

 

 



DIY: Decorations for your bedroom!

Hello Everyone!

I hope you all are doing good! Today I have a few Do It Yourself projects that I am wanting to do, when I hopefully re-decorate my room. I really love all of these ideas and I think they are especially perfect for the preppy, girly-girl I am. This will also help keep me organized and give my room more elegant look!

 

 

Makeup Brush Holder:

I would need about 3 of these for 22 brushes. A clear wine glass from the Dollar Tree or a Thrift Store would be fantastic, add a light pink or white ribbon and it would be perfect!

Lighting:

Adding icicle lights behind a sheer white curtain on the head of the bed would look beautiful.

Candle Holders:

Wine glasses flipped upside down with a pale pink flower, and my candles on top of each one, would really de-clutter my bedroom!

Perfume Stand:

White or clear plates with wine glasses glue to them for perfumes and lotions!

Where have i been?

Hello Everyone

 

I know I have been M.I.A. for a few days, I apologize, I just wanted to let everyone know what is going on. Those of you who have read my past post or even have become very close to me on social media, you know I am a senior in high school. I have attended the same school for three going on four years now and I have been through ups and downs like anyone else in high school. I have survived being hated, being loved, having a crush, being in relationships, being made fun of and so much more... just like every teenager has. In these 3 years I have become close to very few people and even less people I claim as a friend. Saturday, November 9th, 2013, a classmate, Sammy Jackson, of the Class Of 2014 from my high school died. His life came to an end when his father shot him and his brother, thankfully his brother was only shot in the leg and ran for help... he is okay. I can not even imagine words to describe how much this hurts not just me but my classmates as well. As a class we have stuck through everything together and I could not be more thankful or grateful for that. In 10th grade the class lost Gernishia Barnes, a basketball champ, and in 11th grade we lost Jalen Cowart, an all around wonderful young man, and now as seniors in 12th grade we lost Sammy Jackson, a football player who was loved by so many.

 

 I don't think people realize how fast you can be taken out of this world and how everyday you should be grateful because in the blink of an eye, you can be taken. We all have a choice to make and a life to live, but no guarantee for tomorrow. One thing I can say is I will miss this young man walking past me in the hallways and saying hello, asking me how to work a problem in math class, and just being a talented person. But I know where he is, and I know he will never be in pain or suffering again. We may have lost him here on Earth and we may miss him but on November 9th, God and Heaven gained a very special angel.

 

I hope you all understand that it may be sometime before I do post because this situation is really difficult and it is going to take some time to gather up thoughts and get my mind off of this. I do have plenty of posts coming up soon: Cover Girl Outlast 3-in-1 foundation review, Benefit They're Real mascara review, N.y.c. Smooth Skin Perfecting Primer Review, Christmas List for several different types of people, and a few fall makeup looks. I would also like to announce that football season is over with for high school, we have a few practices for a Christmas Parade and that will be it as far as band goes, I will be getting caught up on my access classes over Thanksgiving break (if not sooner), so I will be having more time to do more things for my blog and I will hopefully be working on YouTube very soon!

 

My focuses for the time being is to get the access classes together and finished and to clean my room, as well as my bathroom and then I will worry about everything else, so please you guys just bare with me and I will get back in the game as soon as I can! I love you all lots and stay beautiful!

 

 

XOXO,

Kayla <3

October Favorites and Haul!

Hello everyone!

Its November! That means its time for OCTOBER FAVORITES! I loved, loved, loved October... it was honestly a pretty good month, I had an amazing 18th birthday, amazing friends to hang out with, and even started liking someone (which went downhill- but that's okay!). Despite that November has been a pretty rough month so far I'm still gonna manage to do my favorites... even if I don't have many!

***Will have a picture soon***

Avon Nailwear Pro+ in Decadence and The Color Workshop in 7: I have been LOVING this nail combination! I use Decadence (a duo-chrome deep purple) on my ring-finger for an accent nail (two coats) and 7 (a shimmery crimson shade) on all the other nails (2 coats). Both have really nice formulations and dry fairly fast, but the look of Autumn is gorgeous!

 

Bath and Body Works Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin Body Mist: Who doesn't want a pumpkin perfume for fall?!?! This definitely screams Autumn/Fall to me! Lavishly spray your skin with a cozy blend of New England pumpkin, crisp apple and ginger kissed with spiced vanilla and a hint of rum. Our sophisticated new pump delivers great coverage and delicate mist for the lightest most refreshing way to fragrance! A cozy blend of New England pumpkin, crisp apple and ginger kissed with spiced vanilla and a hint of rum. Yummy!
 

 

Bath and Body Works Wallflower Bulb in Leaves: Ummmm... everyone and their mama knows about this scent from Bath and Body Works... its like a staple for everyone's home! Its a must for fall! A fragrance that embodies the richness of fall - with all of its colors and pleasures - featuring notes of golden nectar, ripe delicious apple and red berries  

 



Benefit Cosmetics They're Real Mascara: A jet-black mascara that lengthens, curls, volumizes, lifts, and separates lashes for a spectacular "out-to-here" look. This breakthrough bestseller reveals lashes you never knew you had! The specially designed brush features staggered bristles that grab close to the root, boosting length and volume beyond belief. The custom-domed tip uses precision bristles to lift, define, and curl even your tiniest lashes. With a glossy, jet-black, long-wearing formula, you’ll flaunt luxurious, silky lashes that won’t smudge, clump, or dry out. True story!... I don't wanna get into too much details with this because I soon have a surprise for you all!
 

Dairy Queen Pumpkin Pie Blizzard: I'm seeing a pumpkin pattern here. I love this blizzard it is by far my favorite... and I love pumpkin pie!

 

Royals by Lorde: This has been stuck in my head all month!

Hannah: Someone I adore! She is my best friend and Lord knows we've had our moments but she is definitely the one I talk to when all seems to go downhill... and we agree on a lot!

 

 

HAUL TIME!

I went shopping for a few things I needed and thought I would share them with you all.

 

 

Cover Girl Outlast 3-in-1 Foundation: I have been wanting to try this for a while so decided to pick up a bottle. I will have a review.

 

 

Dial Spring Water Body Wash: I really wanted a body wash with a scent this time around and I've had this once before... it smells like watermelon and doesn't leave a residue!

 

 

N.Y.C. Smooth Skin Perfecting Primer: I ran out of my E.L.F. primer and was wanting the Rimmel London Fix and Perfect but my local Walmart was sold out so I thought I'd try the next one I wanted. This is an Allure Beauty Winner. Will have a review.