Coffee Scrub

I found a truly awesome exfoliating/moisturizing scrub that I use now constantly. It's a coffee scrub that makes my legs feel awesome and makes them look better too! Here's the recipe:

3 tablespoons of coffee grounds
1 teaspoon of Cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon of cinnamon
1 teaspoon of honey
3 tablespoons of coconut oil

Just stir together and voilà!  I use this on my legs and behind. The coffee exfoliates and gets rid of dead skin and little bumps.  The caffeine will also perk the skin up and reduce the appearance of cellulite, at least temporarily. The Cayenne does the same. The coconut oil leaves the skin super smooth.
Some recommendations when using:
You can use this on dry skin or slightly damp. I would recommend putting an inch or so of water in the bath tub and then stand in the tub, without the shower running, to rub the scrub into your skin. If you don't, you'll leave a lovely brown oil slick on the bottom of the tub. (Words of experience)
Per usual with exfoliating scrubs, rub the skin LIGHTLY in a circular motion.
Rinse well! Including the shower.
I don't use any body wash after using the scrub because soaps will just dry the skin out again.

Try it out and I'm sure you will like it!

Matte stilettos

Tried a new look! I'm loving the matte nude color.

New French stiletto nails

I tried a new style of French manicure. As of now, I'm not a fan. We'll see what I think in a few days. It might grow on me. Any comments?

French stiletto nails

I've tried the french manicure for my stiletto nails. I haven't seen any pictures of this on the Internet until today, but I thought I might as well give it try. Next time I'm going to ask that the white be pointed on the inside as well. Stay tuned!

Lorac Pro Palette 2 Review and Demonstration

I know it’s overdue, but I finally am ready to do a review of the Lorac Pro Palate 2. I bought this (for myself) for Christmas after reading some good reviews, but every girl has a different type of skin and method of using makeup. I’ve had people ask me how to do a smokey eye with eye shadow, so I’m making this post into a review and a tutorial all in one. First the review.

I really enjoy and recommend this palate to anyone and everyone who has any type of knowledge on how to apply makeup. The shadows are SO rich in pigments. You will require so little amount of shadow to make a big impact. That is the reason why I stipulate for users who are decently practiced at putting on makeup. You’re going to need a bunch of different brushes and know how to use them, because the smallest mistake with this palate and you’re going to need some makeup remover, it’s that rich in pigments. That’s the downside, but the positive side is that you (and I hopefully) will have this palate forever. The palate comes with a magnetic closure and a mirror in the upper portion for travel purposes. That’s another thing… travel. Lorac has seemed to accommodate for those who are on the go but I wouldn’t recommend taking this palate too far from its resting spot unless you have some bubble wrap.

Those who know me know that I’m clumsy. I am terrified of dropping the Pro Palate 2 because I know all the shadows will shatter everywhere. I was being serious when I mentioned bubble wrap. When I have to travel, I will be wrapping it up! It’s too nice to leave behind, but too nice to let get ruined.

I did not do any swatches for you in this review. Honestly, the internet is full of them and all they basically prove is that what you see is what you get with this palate. The pigments are going to be exactly on your skin as what you see in the case. Here are some links to other who have done some swatches for you. 

LORAC Pro Palette 2 Eyeshadow Palette Review, Photos, Swatches
NEW LORAC PRO PALETTE 2 | SWATCHES, REVIEW + COMPARISON
Lorac Pro Palette 2: Review, Swatches + Look

Now, I did a purple smokey eye in these pictures, but I did use several of the colors in the palate. I didn’t take pictures after each shadow, but I will note which colors I did use. 

So, overall, I do recommend this palate to those who have to brushes and some experience. To those who don’t have the experience or the tools, Lorac makes other 3 shadow preset palates (I own 2 of them) that are so easy to use and come with a two sided brush and instructions. If anyone wants information on those, the Pro Palate 2, or anything else remotely related, leave a comment!