My Holiday VoxBox!!

Hey guys! I just got my holiday vox box the other day and I'm having so much fun trying out the products!! I got soo many awesome things!! I feel so lucky! I want to give influenster a BIG thank you for picking me to get another voxbox!! To get one yourself just go to www.influenster.com and you can sign up, and unlock different badges. You can qualify to receive awesome boxes like this!! To actually see what I got click on the video..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_B0epwQC1eI
But here's a list of what I got!

1. Xout Wash in Treatment
2. Press On Nails By Broadway Nails-Over the Moon
3. Softsoap Coconut Scrub Bar Soap
4. Montagne Jeunesse Face Mask-Cucumber
5.New York Color Liquid Lip Shine -Nude York City
6. Mentos Pure Fresh Gum
7.Larabar-Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Review of my VoxBox items!!

Click Here to watch me talk about it instead of reading. lol!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OySpFfGKzSs

I got my first VoxBox a few weeks ago! I was so pumped! I got the 3 step Proactive skin care system, Vitabath body wash, and Gillette Venus Razor.

ProActive
I loved it, it actually really worked!! It cleared about my skin faster and better than anything I've ever used! I do have some major cons though. I have very sensitive skin, and I had to stop using this because it was burning my skin so badly. Con number two, it smelled like a nursing home. And I know the smell shouldn't matter when the product is so good, but I thought it was worth mentioning. I will use this when I'm having bad breakouts, but it won't be everyday due to my sensitive skin.

VitaBath
I got the scent Cucumber and White Tea, and I wasn't too excited when I saw that, I'm not a big cucumber fan. But I fell in love with this scent!! I actually really enjoy it!! It's very relaxing, so I use it when I'm showering/bathing in the afternoon/night to help unwind and relax! This was definitely my favorite product, and what I will be repurchasing.

Gillette Venus Pro Skin Moisture Rich Razor
I was very impressed with this! I was nervous to shave without a gel, but let me assure you this was the BEST shave I have ever had! I couldn't even feel the razor on my skin, no lie. The moisture pads did start to wear off after 2-3 shaves, but don't need to be replaced for a few weeks. (that's just when I started to feel the razor again lol) These are a little pricey for me (I'm used to paying $1 for 10 razor type o' deals..) but I will most definitely be repurchasing and using for special occasions!! :)

I know this is a little lengthy..sorry but I wanted to get everything out there!! Have you guys used any of these products? What where your thoughts? I'd love to hear how you liked them, and how they compare to other products you've used!

Get your own voxbox, and try products out!!
www.influenster.com

Nails of the Week!!

I had a lot of fun with this nail design! I just got some nail art application glitter and bead chips, I was really excited to use them! But for this design I think it would have been better if I had waited..I still like it though. Looks very 'beachy' to me.
Polish and things used!
*maurices nail color (I wasn't able to find an actual color discription but its a light shimmery pink)
*cina white nail art pen
*Konads red special nail polish on plate m51
*cina nail art kit 133443 over the rainbow
*sally hansen advanced hard as nails top coat

What should I do to keep on track?

My friend and I started training for a 5k this summer, but when she went back to college we were kind of on our own. I discovered I'm not very motivated to run when there's no one waiting for me! Our run is this coming sat and I want to run every day this week, to get back into shape a little bit! Do you guys have any suggestions on how to train the best way, and to keep myself on track?

How should I wear these?

My friend got me these boots for Christmas last year, and I've only been able to wear them once. I got soo many judgmental looks! I wore them with a knee high knit dress, I didn't think it was inappropriate. But I also live in a very small town where people aren't used to seeing people wear things like that. lol! But I'm wondering if you guys have any suggestions on how to wear these, I'd like to give them a second chance!

Hot or Not?

Hot or Not: Over-sized sweater with a maxi skirt

I've seen this style a lot this fall, and I do like it, but I'm scared to do it myself. I feel like I would look like I'm drowning in fabric! I want to know, what do you guys think? Is this a look that only looks good on the runways?

Face of the Day: Punk

I had a little photo shoot today and I wanted a punk/80's look. Let me know what you guys think! I've never done a look like this before..but I had a lot of fun with it!
Eyes:
bh cosmetics 88 color standard matte palette
e.l.f natural looking lush lashes
e.l.f brightening eye color drama
maybelline one by one volume express
Face:
cover girl advanced radiance pressed powder 105 ivory
(i'm out of bronzers so I used an eyeshadow to contour) L'Oreal studio secrets professional eye shadow 506 rose fields
hard candy glamoflauge heavy duty concealer
Lips:
perfectly pure natural vitamin e moisturizing stick
wild shine 923 rapture

LUUUX review!

I just signed myself up for a LUUUX account yesterday, and I'm already in love with the sight! You can write little posts about anything from food to makeup to technology to even your latest vacation! Something very unique about this sight is that you can earn 'LUUUX bucks'. You can earn them by posting blogs, by commenting on other peoples posts, and by sharing on other sights such as facebook and twitter. When you collect enough LUUUX cash you can buy yourself REAL items! anywhere from tvs and iphones to makeup and shoes! You can even donate that cash to different charities! This is such a cool sight and I'm totally loving it right now! It's so interactive and not only do people actually read and comment on what you put, but you get such a unique chance to learn about such a wide variety of different things! I highly recommend checking this sight out! Heres a link for you guys! http://www.luuux.com/

If you have any questions or want me to talk about anything else just send me a little message! Thanks for reading! 

-Laura Lye <3

Konad Nail System!

 Before I start my little review on how much I love this system I just want to apologize for such blurry pictures! I didn't realize they were coming out so badly!

             You can get everything you need to do this at http://www.wowsocool.com/ I absolutely love it! It's super easy and super cute!!

First you put a coat of the Konad special polish on top of the design you want. A couple of my girlfriends got this before me and told me any thick polish would work..and it does. (My sister can do it just fine too..) But I really struggled with it. I think the Konad special polish is worth it! Makes the process a looot easier!! (for me at least!)

Then you take the scrapper and scrape the nail polish off the top of the design 

Then you take your stamper and roll it across the top of your design, picking it up.

(Again, sorry for the blurriness!)

Here's the finished product!!  Such an easy way to get such awesome designs!

Let me know what you think about this and what you'd like to me to talk about in the future!

- Laura Lye :)

How to get pearly whites!

 Having white teeth is defiantly something I've always obsessed about, I started whiting my teeth sometime in late Jr. High-early High School.

I used the first version of Crest white-strips. I wasn't a huge fan of those, but they did the job. I started using them again about a week ago and I've very pleased with the improvements!! The old version would always slip around on my teeth, and I would taste that gross stuff.

With this updated version it sticks to your teeth so its not sliding all over the place, which I feel much more comfortable with! I know that my teeth aren't going to be bleached unevenly this way! The only complaint I have with these (besides price ;)) is these seem to hurt my teeth more. I don't know if that's just because I have sensitive teeth (I do..) or if that's a common complaint with everyone. BUT besides that, I'm extremely pleased with how they've been whitening my teeth! I even saw results after the first use, and I still have two weeks to go with this system!!

 I started using the toothpaste and mouthwash from the Crest 3D collection about a year ago, and I was so excited to be seeing improvements after just a couple brushes!! I've been using them since, and I wont use anything else! I'm totally a fan of the crest 3D whitening system!

   I bought another whitening system a little over a year ago and only used it once, but I think once I run out of the white-strips I'll give it another shot. It worked well, but I didn't like that it took a whole hour to do. With the white-strips I can run around and do whatever I want and they'll work just fine. (I'm using them now!!) but within that first hour of use I defiantly went up at least one shade. So if you're patient that is a good whitening system!!

One other thing that I just started using is the OraBrush, It's a little tongue cleaning brush that does a much better job than a toothbrush or anything. It helps eliminate bad breath since 80% of bad breath is from your tongue. I must say, I'm a fan!!

Thanks for listening to me ramble! Let me know what you think or would like me to talk about next!

-Laura Lye:)

The Beauty Benifits of Vitamin E

Lips

When you apply Vitamin E on your lips it acts as a natural lip plumper. It stimulates the growth of new cells and replaces old cells with healthy new ones. It increases the elasticity and firmness of the skin, and that makes the lips look plumper. I bought myself a Vitamin E moisturizing stick last spring and I won't use anything else! Its so moisturizing and I love how it makes my lips look! It makes them look much more plump, and even like I have a gloss on! (without the icky gloss feeling!) Its def my new favorite!! 

Wrinkles and Brown Spots

  While I'm a little on the young side to have problems with brown spots and wrinkles, this is a good way to prevent and to lessen the look of them. The Vitamin E boosts the production of collagen, which supports new skin cells and helps cells regenerate more quickly. 

Sun Protection

The Vitamin E lotions protect the epidermis layer of the skin from early stages of ultra violet light damage. Applying the lotion before you put on your regular sunscreen can also improve the effectiveness of it as well. Just be sure you give yourself about 20min for the vitamin e to get absorbed deep into your skin for maximum protection! It also helps prevent skin cancer not only because it acts as a sunscreen but because it has such powerful antioxidant properties.

Scars

I bought a Vitamin E cream that I put on my stretch marks and some facial scars that I have, and I've been amazed at the results!! I am watching this scars fade! I've been applying it after I shower for the past few weeks to a month, and I can't tell you how amazed I am with it! (the reason I'm writing this post!) The cream or oil goes under the scar tissue and promotes the production of collagen; which increases elasticity in the skin. 

Nails

You can buy vitamin oil cuticle oil which deeply moisturizes and help your nails flexibility to help prevent breakage. It conditions the the cuticles to prevent ridges from growing in the nails. It helps prevent the skin around your nails from peeling.

Hair 

If you look at your shampoo or conditioner I'm sure you'll see that Vitamin E mentioned on that bottle somewhere!  I know with my shampoo/conditioner (TRESemme') says it right on the front. Vitamin E is awesome for your hair and scalp! It provides great moisture that helps stop breakage and relieve dandruff.

Where to get it!

You can get Vitamin E in many different forms! Vitamin supplements*, creams, oils, and of course the most natural way, food. Some foods that are rich in Vitamin E are; vegetable oils, nuts, green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, wheat germ, sweet potatoes, avocados, spinach, and broccoli, eggs, canned tuna, and salmon. 

*Warning

Mixing this vitamin with other medications, or taking to much can be deadly. So please, be safe! Ask your doctor!  

Thanks for reading! If you have any questions or comments, feel free to write them below! Let me know what you'd like to hear about next! 

-Laura Lye <3 

Beauty Subscriptions!

  If you're like me, you loove to try out new beauty products. I love it all! From hair, to makeup, to nails. But what I hate the most is buying a bad product! I hate feeling like I've just wasted $10 on a foundation I'm never going to use again! But, I still go out and end up wasting money on products I end up hating in the end. 
            But I have found a solution!! There are subscription services that send you beauty product samples to let you try things out! how exciting!! No more wasting my money on products I'm going to hate! I've done a little research, and I've found a few different subscription services that I think sound awesome! I'm definitely going to be subscribing to at least one!! (I will be posting my own personal reviews of how I liked the services, and products after I start! So stay tuned for that!)

 Birch Box

With birchbox you get a monthly shipment of a variety (usually 4-5) of sample-sized high-end beauty products. They have yearly ($110.00 that's one month free!) and monthly ($10.00 a month) subscription plans. When you sign up you fill out a beauty profile to get products picked specifically for you! How cool is that?! And if you like what you try you can go onto their online store and buy the full sized product! When you buy from their online store you rack up 'Birchbox Points' that can be used to buy more full sized products!

Test Tube

Testtube is similar to birchbox. But you get a shipment every three months (four times a year), instead of every month. When they ship out that charge your credit card for 29.95 + 8.95 for shipping. The products look to be sample-sized to normal-sized. (15 products + magazine and gift card) You also get a New Beauty Magazine, and a $20 gift card to spalook.com which is like $20 back in your pocket so the approximately $38 your spending every three months goes down to $18..that's how I like to look at it anyway..;)

 Beauty Fix

You pay $49.99 four times a year, and you get a package once every season, with up to $400 worth of products inside! The unique thing about this subscription is you get to pick exactly what you get in each shipment! From nails, to hair, skin, and makeup! You get everything in a good-sized complimentary makeup bag. One bad thing I've heard is that it can be difficult to cancel your subscription. You have to call in to cancel instead of being able to cancel online.

Eco-Emi

Eco-emi is an organic monthly subscription. For $15 dollars a month you get 5-10 products, you'll get a variety of hair, makeup, food and more. The unique thing about this subscription is all of their products are either Eco-friendly, green, or fair-trade. The product sizes vary from sample sizes to full sized products.




Something in common with all of these subscriptions that I forgot to mention is that you do fill out a beauty profile. So they don't send the wrong foundation color or something for curly hair when you have straight. Things like that. :)

If you have any question or comments feel free to leave them below or send me an email! If you have anything else you'd like me to talk about please, let me know!

-Laura Lye :)