Random Favorites: 2/3/2013

Currently Smelling....

Yankee Candle Whoopie Pie!

This literally smells like chocolate and cream.

Smells great before you even light it, and I got it

on sale at a local Yankee Candle store - IT SMELLS SO GOOD, 

please pick it up, you won't regret it!

Where to Buy: YankeeCandle.com, Yankee Candle Stores, 

Bed, Bath & Beyond Stores, etc.

Currently Eating....

Wright's Chicken Farm Dinner

Well, you can only get this in Harrisville, RI but - it's amazing!

You get fresh roast chicken, pasta, hand-cut fries and salad -

ALL YOU CAN EAT!

You have to put on your eatin' pants when you go here, believe me!

http://www.wrightsfarm.com

Currently Wearing....

Ballet Flats!

For some reason, I have been fascinated by these things

for years! I've always wanted a pair, and now I actually

do have a couple pairs, and I AM IN LOVE with them!

They are so comfy but not frumpy - just what I need!

You can obviously buy these ANYWHERE but,

I got mine at Payless!

Currently Listening to....

"Flight" by Sutton Foster & Megan McGinnis

Just listen to this - it's beautiful. The harmonies are

AMAZING and it's such a haunting song with such a wonderful

message! LOVE this!

*RAVE* - TV show Bloopers!

Personally, I think watching bloopers from TV shows are some of the best parts of enjoying your favorite show. Thanks to trusty YouTube, here are a few of my favorites:

Roseanne Bloopers

The best part is when Sara Gilbert knocks Roseanne over trying to answer the phone!

Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Bloopers

When Will is "singing" gospel, you will crack up!

The Nanny Bloopers

"Keeping secrets is not that butler's EM-YO."

If you are bored one night, just look up TV bloopers and you will be entertained for awhile! Have fun!

*RANT* - iPhone's progression!

I have been a loyal iPhone user since 2008. I had the 2nd generation unlocked iPhone with T-Mobile until 2009, then switched to AT&T and got the 3GS, and in 2011 I got the 4S.

Now, the phone has changed since then, obviously. It's faster, it's slimmer, it's lighter, it's more durable, etc. However...the OS and Interface is pretty much THE SAME.

Come on, Apple! Shape up your game, here. I am getting sick of the same old same old!

Here is what the first gen. iPhone looked like:

And here is what the newest iPhone, the iPhone 5, looks like:

This year marks the iPhone's 6th anniversary, it was the first smartphone of it's kind, but it really hasn't changed THAT much. I want real multitasking, I want to be able to change the look without jailbreaking, etc. I'll be eligible for an upgrade in a few months and if the new iPhone that is coming out this year hasn't changed DRAMATICALLY, I am switching to a Droid. And believe me, if you know me, this is a big deal. I am an apple products girl, and still am, but I am just starting to get so bored with the iPhone.

Switch it up, Apple!!! It's not that hard for you to do!

My Current Skincare Routine!

Being a beauty guru can be high maintenance, and I wouldn't have it any other way! I wanted to show you all my current day and night skincare routines, and threw in a few extras as well! Hopefully this will give you all some ideas. I'm really liking my routine right now, though it definitely changes from time to time!

Daytime Routine

1. Biore Combination Skin Balancing Cleanser: This stuff is awesome. I have combination skin and it's not easy to find a cleanser meant for combination skin in the drugstore. It lathers up well and doesn't dry me out OR make me oily. Perfect for my combo-skin!
2. Origins Never A Dull Moment Skin-Brightening Face Polisher: I use this 3x per week. It smells amazing, has a VERY FINE grit to it, and always makes me feel refreshed after I use it.
3. Neutrogena Alcohol-Free Toner: I apply this with a cotton ball. It helps wake me up a bit more and is extremely non-irritating to the skin.
4. Olay Complete All Day Moisturizer With Sunscreen - Combination/Oily: This stuff has been around FOR YEARS. My mother uses the sensitive skin version and hasn't strayed from it since the 90s. It's just a great, no-frills daytime moisturizer!
5. Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller: This stuff is cooling and has caffeine in it, so it makes you look awake when you might not be. Highly recommended for anyone who can't get their eyes open in the morning!
6. Carmex Moisturizing Lip Balm - Cherry Flavor: Just a great lip balm to use in the morning before putting on my makeup. It primes the lips for a smooth lipstick application!

Sorry about the lighting!!!! :-(

Nighttime Routine

1. Pond's Clean Sweep Original Fresh Wet Cleansing Towelettes: I like that these wipes are textured, and they smell nice, too. A few sweeps around my face gets most of the makeup and residue OFF my face.
2. M.A.C. Cleanse Off Oil: I wipe this gently into my eyes, rinse with warm water and voila! Eye makeup is all gone!
3. Bioderma Crealine Sensibio H2O: I put some on a cotton pad, wipe my face, and repeat. It is a no-rinse cleanser and it feels like you are washing your face with pure water. Awesome stuff! Just pat dry and you are all set!
4. Claudale Beauty Elixer: This stuff is so great to use at night. A quick shake and a few spritzes onto your face makes you feel instantly refreshed. And it SMELLS AMAZING!
5. Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado: This stuff is so great to moisturize under the eye area. It's unscented and very good for the sensitive eye area. A little goes a long way!
6. Korres Wild Rose + Vitamin C Advanced Brightening Sleeping Facial: LONG name, but a great nighttime moisturizer. I like that this eliminated the need for a dark spot correcting serum. I have acne scars and so far it's really helped!
7. Lush Lip Scrub in 'Sweet Lips': This tastes like mint chocolate chip ice cream. Just scrub your lips with it and then you can lick it off, because it's made with pure sugar and natural flavoring!
8. C.O. Bigelow Rose Salve: This is just such a GREAT night time lip treatment. Smells great but doesn't taste like anything, and keeps my lips soft all night long!

Extras (used sparingly/when needed)

1. Neutrogena On-the-Spot Acne Treatment: A spot treatment used at night if I have a blemish. You put it on the blemish without rubbing in, and in 2-3 days it's gone!
2. Origins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask: I use this once a week after removing my makeup. It is AMAZING and clarifying, keeps my skin clear. And it's black which is interesting.
3. Josie Maran 100% Pure Argan Oil: I use this stuff on my nails, hair, or my face and neck if my skin is feeling extra dry (like right now due to cranking the heat in my house) - it's amazing. A MUST HAVE!
4. Freeman Chocolate & Strawberry Face Mask: This is a deep pore cleansing mask and it literally smells like chocolate. So much so that you have to keep it from the kids! Used once a week.
5. Almay Oil Free Makeup Eraser Sticks: A makeup artists must-have. You break one end of the stick, then the remover that is in there saturates the other side, and you can get in and erase any residue left behind in your eye makeup. Great stuff!