My Lipstick Obsession

 Good Morning Lovelies.

 

Today I wanted to talk about some of my favourite Lipsticks. These are just a few of the colours that I am loving at the moment.

 

My Current Favourite Lipsticks

 

 

1.Essence: All about cupcake:

This lipstick is perfect. It looks like a tinted lip balm more than a lipstick. Its a deep rosy pink,non-glittery and it has a stunning cupcake sent to it. If you suffer from fry lips this product would be perfect because of its creamy texture - it softens and moisterizes your lips. The colour does not last that long due to the creamy texture but for its price it is definitly worth it. This is one of my most "go to" lipsticks for what ever occasion. Its perfect for a casual day out or a night out on the town when you have bold makeup and you want a soft lip colour.

 

2.Revlon: Silver City Pink: 

I love this colour. It comes out as  a frosy pink and the texture is very consistent. It does have a shimmery texture which many people arent fond of but personally I love it. Revlon always makes excellent lipsticks. Once applied the Lipstick does stay on for some time before you have to apply it again. There is no smell from this lipstick which I think is great. I always add a lipgloss to bring out the pink in the lipstick.

 

 

3. Rimmel London New Moister: Oxford St Fushia:

This colour is a cool-toned bubblegum Pink. It has excellent consistancy and gives full coverage once applied. You only really need 1 or 2 swipes for full coverage. It lasts about 2 - 3 hours before you have to apply it again. For me it kind of stains my lips which I like but it is very easy to rake off. It has a slight frangrance which is actually quit pleasant but it does fade after it has been applied. This lipstick is very moisterizing which I like because my lips do tend to get dry very quickly so anyone that suffers from the same problem would really love this lipstick.

 

 

4. Yardley: Frosted Pink:

The texture of this Lipstick is very light and creamy. It has a glittery effect to it once it has been applied. It is quit pigmented but you have to reapply it after about 1 - 2 hours. It has excellent coverage one applied. It goes on quickly while giving abit of a shimmer. This isnt a colour I would wear if I was just running to the shop due to the glittery look it has but it is perfect for a night out. This Lipstick has a fruity smell which I have to say I love. There is nothing nicer than putting on Lip Balm or Lipstick with a fruity smell.

 

5. Nicka K. Cosmetics: Awake:

This lipstick has a Nude colour with extracts of glitter in it. The glitter that is in it is very light and not to much. When applied it is very creamy and thick. You do have to watch how much you apply because it is very easy to apply to much. Its very pigmented and once applied it last up to 3 - 4 hours. It has a fruity fragrance which is not to much. Its very light and you cant really smell it or notice it until you apply it. It does disappear once applied. This is one of my "go to" Lip sticks that I love for a natural look during the day.

 

 

These are just 5 of my favourite natural/pink lipsticks at the moment. I have endless amounts of Lipsticks that I want to do reviews on and endless amounts of Makeup that I actually need to try so that I can do reviews on them.

 

New Fashion Post will be coming soon.

Have a Beauiful Tuesday Darlings

Xoxo

 

 



Essence Maximum Definition Volume Mascara Review

Hello Darlings :)

 

 

I really need to start making more time for my blogging. I will admit that I have definetly been slacking but I am here with a new with a new beauty review.

 

Today I wanted to speak to you about a new mascara that I am absolutley loving at the moment which is the Essence Maximum Definition Mascara. I will admit that when it comes to Mascara I am very fussy. I prefer to only use a certain type of Mascara wand which most Mascaras dont have so when I saw Essense Mascara had the wand I was looking for I was quick to buy it.

 

As I said I absolutley love the wand. Its thin and has tiny brissels on it which makes it so easy to apply and not mess or smudge. It also helps seperate all your lashes which gives your eyelashes more volume.

The formula of this Mascara is just perfect. It is not to thick nor to runny. When you apply it to your lashes it gives you just the right amount.

 

If you are looking for definition and longer lashes this is definetly the Mascara to go for. It doesnt give a thick or falsh lashes look but it does give you a natural look which is great for your day to day makeup routine.

 

This Mascara is not waterproof yet it does not run when in the shower but it does easily come off without any struggle which I think most of us ladies are looking for in a Mascara.

 

I will be sticking with this Mascara until another one can impress me more.

 

I have been trying out quit a few Essense products and I have to say that almost every product of theirs has impressed me. They are affordable and always give excellent products. I would definetly recommend this Mascara. Some may like it others wont but at this moment I am loving it.

 

 

Pictures below:

 

Outcome after Mascara Applied - Long lashes
 



Essence Maximum Definition Mascara
 



The Wand

Have a Beautiful Thursday all no matter where you are in this world.

Love & Hugs



The benefits of detoxing your body.

Good Morning Beauties :)

 

Finally it is an absolutely stunning day in Cape Town and the sun has decided the shine a bit. Unfortunately I am stuck at work behind my desk but I can see the sun showing itself.

Today I wanted to talk to you about the benefits of detoxing your body and why we should detox our bodies. We sometimes don't realise what junk we are putting into our bodies and what that junk does to our bodies.

Detoxing your body is the process of removing toxins from your body. This is one of the best ways to rid the body of unwanted toxins which can slow it down or make it unhealthy.

 

 

1. Physical Benefits:

Since the unwanted toxins store up in our major organs, detoxing will help these areas the most. The organs that are affected the most will start to work more effectively. Once your detox is complete you should start feeling lighter and have a lot more energy. Your bodies immune system will become stronger because you had gotten rid of the harsh toxins in your body. Detoxing not only helps the major organs in your body but it also helps clear your blood which will in turn help it circulate better. 

 

 

2.Mental Benefits:

Many of us did not know that the build up of toxins in our body can affect your brain functions. Yu may find that you are having trouble sleeping, you feel fatigued or you have trouble concentrating. Once you start the process of detoxing many of these issues may decrease and fall away. Your mind will become clearer and your brain functions will also become more efficient.

 

 

3. Clearer and Shinier skin: 

Detoxing your body not only makes you feel better but it can also make you look better. Getting rid of all the toxins can actually make your hair look shinier and clear up your skin.

 

 

4. Strengthen Immune system:

Once you have gotten rid of the toxins in your body your immune system will be strengthened and you will notice that you don't get sick as often. Your body will be able to fight off illness better because it is not contaminated with toxins.

 

 

Food that help you detox

 

I will just mention a few foods that I mostly eat when I feel I need to detox. There are so many other foods that aid in the detox process and they are great tasting.

 

1. Apples:

Apples contain many nutrients that are vital to the detoxing process. Apples contain fibre, vitamins and minerals. There all help with the detoxing process in your liver and other major organs in your body.

2. Almonds:
These are the best but source of Vitamin E. They also contain Fibre, Calcium, magnesium and protein that helps stabilize your blood sugar levels.

3. Avocados:
This fruit is packed with antioxidants. it lowers cholesterol and helps you lower your body weight and keep you healthier for longer.

4. Garlic:
Garlic boots the immune system as well as helping the liver. One amazing thing is you never have to worry about having to much garlic because your body never grows a resistance to it. Garlic plays as a natural antibiotic. It helps heal the body.

5. Green Tea:
Drinking Green Tea while detoxing helps because of all the antioxidants it contains. Green Tea is the least processed tea and that's why it contains all the antioxidants.

These are just a few benefits of detoxing. Many people have sworn by detoxing because of the way it makes you feel once your detox is finished. Once you realise how you feel after this could motivate you to live a healthier life style.

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



My Favourite Fashion Must Haves

Hello Darlings

 

I hope everyone is well no matter where you are in this world. At the moment it is Winter and all I can say is that I am suffering. Winter has always been my least favourite season but just a few more months to get through and summer will be here.

Anyway I have never written a fashion post so I wanted to share with you some of my favourite pieces that I always make sure I have in my closet or with me wherever I go.

 

 

1. A Leather Jacket:

I absolutely love Leather Jackets. Personally I think they are so elegant, classy and timeless. You cannot go wrong when you add a leather jacket to almost any outfit you have put together. If you buy a good quality Leather Jacket they can last years without looking like they have been worn at all. It all depends on how you take care of them. If you are unable to afford the original there is nothing wrong with buying a knock off Leather jacket that looks just as good as an original one would.



 2. Plain Black Leggings:
A pair of black leggings has the ability to make you look absolutely stunning. The best thing about black leggings is that they can be paired with almost anything without it looking odd or out of place. One pair of leggings can be dressed up with a Leather jacket and pair of heels or it can be dressed down with a plain T-Shirt and pumps. They are so versatile

3. Plain Black Skinny Jeans:
There is nothing like a plain pair of black skinny Jeans. High waist or low rise but having a pair of plain black skinny jeans is a must in every closet. Just like leggings black jeans are so versatile. I love the way a decent pair of black jeans can fit the body. It can compliment your curves in the right way. Honestly there is nothing sexier than the way a girl looks in a pair of tight black skinny Jeans.

4. Plain Black Heels:
Always and I mean always make sure that you have at least one plain black pair of heels. A plain black pair of heels can be worn to an interview because we all know its never good to be two flashy with your clothes when you for an interview or they can be dressed up for a night out with the girls. When in doubt choose your plain black heels. You can never go wrong.

5. Gold Chain:
The moment you hear gold chain many people start to cringe but finding an elegant and classy gold chain could be the ultimate fashion accessory. Pairing a gold chain with a pair of black jeans and a stunning top can just make the whole outfit. An outfit is never complete without accessories.

6. Long sling Bag:
A long Sling bag is a must. Yes we all love our big bags because they can practically carry everything and anything and you never run out of space but sometimes your going out and you don't want to carry anything heavy. This is where the sling bag comes in handy. Its always big enough to carry the essentials like your purse, lip ice/Lip stick, sunnies, gum and a few extras, and if you think about it sometimes that's all us ladies really need sometimes.  Invest in a decent Long sling bag. You wont regret it.

7. Sunglasses:
I never leave my house without my sun glasses. Let it be winter or summer no matter what, my sun glasses will be in my hand bag. yes there has been the occasional time that I have left them at home and I felt like a part of me was missing but majority of the time they are with me. A stunning pair of sunglasses can make you look stunning and fashionable no matter what you wearing. Just one thing ladies please make sure you get sun glasses that actually fit your face and suit you. There is honestly nothing worse that wearing a pair of sunglasses that don't suit you.

8. Plain Jersey:
ladies invest in a plain black jersey. We all have those days where we really don't feel like dressing up but you also don't want to look like a complete slob when running to the shop or the mall and this is where a plain black jersey can never go wrong. Put on your plain Jersey with either your leggings or Jeans, hair up and your ready to go while still looking like you actually put thought into your outfit. You never know who you going to run into.

Ladies these are just a few of my favourite fashion must haves that I feel I always need. Yes I know there is a lot of black but personally I like black. its so easy to work with, pair with and it goes with absolutely everything and anything. I will be posting more about my favourite fashion pieces.

 

Stay Beautiful & Be Beautiful

Love & Hugs

XOXO

 

 







A little inspiration can go along way.

Hello lovelies.

 

When I first started my blog I planned on just sticking to Health & Beauty but as time went on I decided to incorporate some inspirational posts and pictures in it as well. I have been blogging for about a year now and during this time I have seen so many people that just have such negative out looks on life. In all honestly I was like that at one stage as well. I think we all go through a rough patch some time in our lives and sometimes reading one picture with inspirational words or reading about how someone over came a struggle can actually give someone hope and make them feel less alone.

 

So if you feel like being inspiring here are just a few simple ways to inspire other and help others feel better.

 

1.Be a good example: People tend to watch what you doing more than they listen to what you say so be someone worth watching and eliminating.

 

2. Care about others: Take a genuine interest in people. People don't care about how much you know until they know you actually genuinely care about them and how they are feeling. be someone they can confide in.

 

3. Be encouraging: Everyone needs a bit of encouragement from time to time. When you support them and encourage them it helps them to see the best within themselves.

 

4. Surround yourself with things that inspire you like people, books or environments. If you stay inspired this will help you to carry on inspiring others.

 

5. Be Vulnerable: Always be willing to share your failures and successes. This will make it easier for others to relate to you. They will realise they are not the only ones who are going through the same challenges and that they can over come it.

 

6. Be a good communicator: Watch how you speak to people and watch what you say. being able to communicate properly will help you inspire people more and they will find you easy to approach and talk to.

 

Tell Stories: Share you personal life stories with other. People find it easier to open up to others that are willing to open up to them. It puts people at ease and they will fell more comfortable talking to you and they will trust you more.

 

I find it so much more rewarding when you help others. Even when its something so tiny, its huge for them. We all need to inspire and encourage one other instead of us bashing and bring one another down. I see so much of that and it is honestly heart breaking. Why would we want to hurt one another.

 

Some Inspiring quotes:

Have a Beautiful day where ever you are.

Love & Hugs



 

Face Oils

Hello Beauties :)

 

I hope everyone is doing well. I was recently in the pharmacy and I came across Face Oils. Now I have to admit that I have always been kind of sceptical about using facial oils because I already have oily skin and the last thing I want is excess oil on my skin that will cause breakouts but ever since using facial oils my skin has done the complete opposite. Its basically flourished.

 

 I have gone from breaking out regularly to hardly breaking out at all. I had quit a few blemishes on my face that where so dark and noticeable that I was always embarrassed to leave the house without makeup but it seems that the facial oil has helped the blemishes fade. My skin feels a lot smoother and hydrated and this is all from using Facial Oils.

 

People that have Oily skin should actually embrace face oils more because when the skin is stripped of oil or is not properly replenished with natural oils it continues to produce more oil so the best way to restore balance to oily skin is to use lightweight face oils that contain organic plant oils. By doing this the glands can slow down natural oil production because the skin is being replenished with natural oils that it needs to stay healthy and clear.

 

We not realise how crucial and essential fatty acids are in maintaining the hydration and nourishment of our skin and since our body cannot make them itself it is important that we get it from outside sources like facial oils.

 

The best time to apply facial oils is after the skin has been freshly washed or splashed with water. Once the facial oil has been applied it will hold the extra water on the skin and help the skin replenish itself.

 

The facial oils that I love the most are Argon Oil, Avocado Oil, camellia Oils. Remember that higher prices oils are less refined, processed and they are purer. Less expensive oils have additives and bleaching processes. So less processed means better quality and higher prices.

 

Me and my Momapoo in bed after applying out facial oils

Blemishes are less visible and acne breakout is less

Have a beautiful day lovelies.

Xoxo



Benefits of Change!

Hello My Lovelies. 

Change is the best word to describe my life in the past few months. From bad changes to even good changes its always scary. Change shakes up your life, it removes you from your comfort zone and makes us explore undiscovered territory. Some of us jump into it and we are ready to take on any challenge that change brings or some of us freeze up because we are too afraid of leaving our comfort zones. Some of the changes I welcomed with open arms but other changes where a lot harder to grasp or make sense of.

So many of us are going through changes, such as new environment, new job, end of relationship or the end of a situation that we where so familiar with. When change is positive, of course we are excited for the opportunities but when change pulls at out feelings and emotions it seems easier to just get into bed and not think about it. 

Change is not there to break us and bring us down, ultimately change is there to build us up, make us stronger and push us closer to where we are actually meant to be. Change allows growth within ourselves and allows us to experience things we would never have normally made an effort to experience For those of you like myself that are scared of change but constantly seeking something better, new and exciting, this will be helpful:

1. Personal growth: When things change you grow and learn new things. you discover new things about your life. You learn life lessons from change that build you up and make you stronger. 

2. Improvements: we all have things in our life that we would like to improve. we also know that nothing will improve by itself. We need to do things differently to make things happen. Without change there would be no improvement.

3. Life Values: Change makes us re-evaluate our lives and it makes us look at certain things differently. Sometimes we realize we need to make certain changes or sometimes change makes us reinforce out life values. It all depends on the change. 

4. Strength: Change isn't  always pleasant. Overcoming the tough changes in our lives makes us stronger.

5. Progress: Change triggers progress. This move forward with change. Different opportunities arise with change. 

6. Opportunities: We never know what new opportunities will happen with change. Change brings new choices and happiness. Change opens doors when the old ones close. 

Remember everything happens for a reason. In every situation there is an opportunity for growth and experience. Keep an open mind about change and when it happens go for it regardless of how scared you are. 

Have a Beautiful week lovelies & I hope you enjoyed this post. 

Love & Hugs

xoxo

How to take care of your Makeup Brushes.

Good Afternoon lovelies :)

It has been absolutely freezing in Cape Town but I am loving this weather after a hot hot summer. I recently bought a 24 piece MAC brush set and I wanted to share with you how to take proper care of your brushes after you have used them. Makeup brushes are so important and I honestly don't know what I would do without them so here's how you can take care of them and make them last as long as possible.

1. Clean your brushes frequently to avoid bacteria: Washing your brushes often keeps them in better shape and makes them last longer. Brushes used with creams need to be washed shortly after use. If you leave it longer than a couple days it can be a pain to wash out when you finally do.

2. Stand your brushes upright or lay them flat: After you have washed your brushes it is best to lay them flat because this helps them retain there shape. Make sure that when they are drying you keep them out of direct sunlight to prevent breakage and fading.

3.Always reshape your brushes after you have washed them: Your brushes will dry to the shape they are left at wet. So you will want to shape them into the shape you expect while they are wet or damp.

4. Never blow dry or use direct sunlight to dry your brushes: This can cause permanent damage to your brushes which is what we don't want. If you don't have time then rather go for an alcohol based Brush cleaner because they have a much faster drying time compared to shampooing with water.

Brush Sets are so expensive its vitally important to take good care of the one you have so you don't end up buying a new one.

Have a Beautiful Tuesday afternoon Ladies
Xoxo

10 Beauty Tips and Tricks :)

Good Afternoon Lovelies :)

It has been a while since I have posted but I have 10 Beauty Tips and Tricks for you. These are the tips that I absolutely live and swear by. I am always looking for new and better beauty tips to live by and these are the few that I have really been sticking to lately.

Lets get started: 

1. If you have greasy hair like me then avoid directly conditioning the roots and condition from the eat down. This will help keep your hair looking clean, sleek and Smooth.

2. If you are going to be out all day and you are worrying about keeping the volume in your hair then avoid running your fingers through your hair. the oil from your hands can weight down your hair which will leave it looking flat and greasy at the end of the day.

3. If you don't have nail polish removed and you really need to remove old nail polish then apply clear nail polish over and wipe off. This will remove old nail polish.

4. Make sure that you change your Beauty routine from spring to summer months. Your skin needs less coverage during spring so switch form the heavy products to the lighter ones.

5. If you are planning on having a late night out and you want your eye shadow to stay on all night use concealer as a base on your eyelids. This will help the shadow stick for longer.

6. If you straighten your hair with a flat iron like I do, cause less heat damage by letting your hair air-dry before straightening. The less heat, the better.

7. If you have chipped nail polish and you are in a rush then add glitter on top to disguise the look of chipping.

8. Always hydrate your under-eye area with an eye cream to prevent puffiness and bags.

9. If you find you are too tired to wash off your make up make sure that you always keep makeup removing wipes at your night stand to prevent breakouts in the morning.

10. The best time to apply creams is after the shower because the skin has been de-oiled.

I hope you are all having a beautiful day no matter where you are and stay Beautiful

Love and Hugs

XoXo

Health: Benefits of Sweet Potatoe

Good Afternoon Lovelies

It has been ages since I have posted but I have been extremely busy. I will make sure I post at least twice a week. Anyway as you all know from my "New Years Resolutions" post I have decided to become more healthy. I did a whole bunch of research on different types of food and the healthier options.

I stopped eating normal potatoes and switched over to Sweet Potatoes. Did you know that normal potatoes contain 400 - 500 calories in one potatoes whereas a Sweet potatoe only has 100 - 112 calories in one potatoe. 

Here are more benefits of Sweet Potato:

1. They Contain Vitamin D. This is very important for the boosting of your immune system and your over all health throughout the year. Vitamin D plays a big role in your energy levels, moods,helps builds healthy bones,nerves,skin and teeth and it supports the thyroid gland.

2. Sweet Potatoes contain Iron which helps aid in giving us energy but iron also plays other rolls in our body, including the production of White and Red blood cells, resistance to stress and the metabolizing of protein in your body.

3. Sweet Potatoes are a good source of magnesium which is the relaxation and anti-stress mineral.

4. Sweet Potatoes are naturally sweet tasting but there natural sugars are slowly released into the blood stream, which helps ensure that you have a balanced and regular source of energy.

5. They are high in potassium which helps regulate your heartbeat and nerve signals. Potassium also helps with relaxing muscle contractions, reduces swelling and protecting and controlling the activity of your kidneys.

There are just a few benefits of sweet potatoes and how they help regulate your bodily functions. I eat a sweet potatoe 3 times a day with each meal and I hardly ever have cravings for chocolate or sweets because of the natural sweet taste of the potatoe.

This is just one of the healthier foods that I love. I will be doing more blog posts on many more.
Enjoy and thanks for reading
XOXO

4 Makeup Mistakes to Avoid.

Hello Ladies :)

We have all made makeup mishaps that we would much rather forget. So here are 4 rules to stick by to make sure that it never happens again.

1. Mismatched Foundation: When choosing a foundation make sure you know what skin type you have. For example, if you have oily to combination skin make sure you choose a foundation that is oil free or not oil based because if you don't, by midday you will be looking like a full on grease mess. In summer I highly recommend avoiding heavy makeup. Rather switch to a BB cream as this is very light on the skin but still gives great coverage. Always make sure that you apply your foundation in natural light. This will help you make sure that the color of the foundation is perfect for you and you can avoid streaking or blotching. 

2. Lumpy Lashes: First things first toss out any Mascara that is older than 3 months. Every time we use mascara we expose the wand to air, germs and dust and this can lead to spoiling the mascara or even an eye infection if you are not careful.When applying Mascara make sure you wiggle the wand a bit to get rid of any excess product. This will make sure you get an evenly spread application to you eyelashes. If you are planning on applying more than 1 coat of mascara make sure that you apply the second coat before the first dries to avoid lumpy lashes.

3. White Eye shadow below the eyebrow: When you watch makeup tutorial you always see the makeup artist applying a highlighter under the eyebrow. This just completes the look but one thing many girls are doing is applying a frosty white eye shadow under the brow. This is just going to make you look like a clown. Ladies make sure you just use a highlighter and not actual white eye shadow. 

4. Over-plucked eyebrows: Ladies I cannot mention this enough. Avoid over plucking your eyebrows. Rather just neaten your brows up by removing fine hairs that grow outside the area. If you want a more defined look try using a brow kit to get a more polished and natural look.

  Check out my review on Essence Brow Styling kit.

So ladies these are just a few mistakes you should avoid. Remember, makeup is there to enhance your beauty not to take away form it. 

Have a great day

xoxo

Charlie Foundation Review :)

Hello Muffins :)

I want to talk about Charlie Foundation. Like i have said in my previous posts Almay is my go to foundation because it has more natural extracts in it and I don't break out at all when I apply it to my skin for a long period of time but the other day I decided to give Charlie foundation a try again. I started using charlie foundation when I first started applying foundation which was years ago. All I can say is that I forgot how amazing this foundation is. 

Charlie Foundation has a fairly thick texture and spreads easily to my skin once I started applying it. This foundation gives 100% full coverage. I have 2 blemishes on my cheeks that I am always trying to cover up and this foundation does it perfectly. Once applied my skin literally looks flawless and blemish free. 

I have very oily skin so It is so hard for me to find a foundation that doesn't make my skin shiny and oily which is why I always stuck to Almay but after using Charlie foundation again, it doesn't make my skin oily or shiny at all. My skin stays looking matte all day. Now and then I will take shine control blot sheets and blot my skin just to make sure but other than that I'm good for up to 12 hours wearing Charlie Foundation.

I have now gone out and stocked up with an extra 2 bottles of Charlie foundation. This is such an inexpensive foundation and it does such a great job. I still absolutely love Almay foundation and it will always be my #1 go to foundation but for those nights out where I want to stay looking flawless I will stick to my Charlie Foundation for a matte even look all night. 

For all you ladies looking for a decent inexpensive foundation definitely consider Charlie.

Hope everyone is having a great day

xoxo

Know your worth! :)

Hello Muffins. :)

Its been forever since I wrote a post because I have been so busy but I had time to do a lot of thinking about what my next post should be and this has been on my mind for sometime and that is us as woman need to know our worth. 

Recently I have seen so many girls in abusive relationships or abusive relationships with family or friends. We as woman should know our worth, we should know what we deserve and what we don't deserve. Yes we are very sensitive and we have our moments but that honestly gives absolutely no one the right to call you names, say mean or hurtful things to you or put you down. More and more girls are letting things slide like how they are spoken to and what is said about them and that gives the person hurting you more power and it makes the way they treating you or speaking to you ok! 

ladies we are woman and every women deserves the absolute best. We are responsible for what we allow people to say to us,how they speak to us and how they treat us. We need to know what we are worth so that we don't tolerate what we don't deserve.  

You are responsible for how you feel, You are responsible for how people see you, You are responsible for making sure you are happy. There is absolutely nothing wrong with putting yourself first and loving yourself before loving someone else. 

I recently came out of a long term relationship and I could never see what was wrong because I was in the relationship but what I did know was that I was so unhappy for so long and I put up with so much that most girls would never put up with. When I finally gpt the courage and removed myself from that relationship I felt like a weight was lifted off my shoulders. It was like I could breath again. Now I think back and I know what I don't want in another relationship or a person.

So ladies you need to know your worth. You are strong, beautiful, independent, amazing and hard working. Know what you deserve because we all deserve nothing but the best 

I hope you all having a great day

Love You

XOXO

What are you Thankful for?

Good Afternoon Lovelies :)

Its Monday and my 2 week holiday has officially come to an end. When my alarm clock went off at 6am this morning I literally had to force myself out of bed. I woke up feeling miserable as ever and all I could do was think about all the things I need to do once I get to work which made me feel even worse. So what I decided to do was totally change my train of thought to more positive thoughts and I reminded myself of all the things I should be thankful for.

 Like my Job. I see so many people that are starting off 2014 jobless, stressing about money, stressing about bills and feeding their families. Jobs are honestly so hard to come by these days that we need to be grateful that we have a job regardless if we hate our boss or the job we do.

I am so thankful for my family. I get to go home to people that love me and people that I can sit with while eating dinner and chat about my day. Family is so important and a lot of people take that for granted. Some people don't have family. Their parents have passed on or they recently lost a partner. Even though we have our days where we want to kill each other and fight over the most petty things we still love each other and we have more good times than bad times. Appreciate your family because they are the people that love you and they never stop loving you. 

I am thankful for my friends. I have such amazing supportive friends. No matter what I am going through, let it be good or bad and they are right there next to me helping me get through it. Appreciate your friends especially the ones that have never left your side no matter how bad or good the situation was. 

I am thankful for the roof over my head. When I am on my way to work some mornings or even when Im on my way home from work I see people that are homeless and struggling and it literally breaks my heart and yes some people will come back and say that person did it to themselves ect ect but this is just how I feel. Its upsetting to see someone cold and homeless while I go home to my warm bed and a hot bath. So we need to be thankful that we have a place we can actually call home. 

These are just some of the things that I am truly thankful for. What are you thankful for?

My New Years Resolutions

 Hello Beauties :)

 

I don't really make New Years Resolutions because I never seem to keep them but this year I decided to make a concerted effort to stick to any New Years Resolutions made.

So here are some of my resolutions.

 

# START GYMING: During the year I always start working out at home a little and then I get lazy and keep putting my workout off so today I dragged my brother and mom out of bed and we went to the closest gym and signed up for a gym contract. I will be gyming with my brother so that will give me more motivation.

 

#DRINK MORE WATER: Water has become my last choice when it comes to choosing something to drink so I have decided to start drinking as much water as I could. obviously I have started off slow with drinking water and I am going to try and drink more water than anything else.

 

#TRY NEW MAKEUP STYLES: 2013 has been a great year for me with regards to Makeup, gaining more clients and discovering what makeup suits me and getting into my routine but this year I want to try and experiment with new and more fun makeup styles.

 

#EAT BETTER: I have always been very health conscious but I have been with my mom a lot lately and we all know nothing beats moms cooking and the one thing that my mom makes that I just cannot say no to is her Roast Potatoes. So this year sorry mom but I have to eat less of your "Roasties" and move to healthier alternatives.

 

These are just a few of my New Years Resolutions... Do you have any?

Inspiration for the New Year 2014

Good Morning Beautiful Ladies :)

 

Its officially 2014... 2013 has now come and gone and has become just the past. We all have a chance to stick to our New Years Resolutions and make sure that 2014 is a year to remember. 2013 has had its ups and downs for many people and sometimes we just need a little motivation and inspiration.

Yesterday my baby cousin faith that is 10 years old sent me this video before I rang in the new year and I was so touched and inspired by this I wanted to share it with all of you ladies so that you can all be reminded how beautiful you are. You are not defined by what the scale says, or what a bullie at school or work says. You are unique in your own way and no matter how hard things get in time you need to realize that you are loved.

 

We are all beautiful and we are all loved by God. He has a plan for us and he will only put opsticals in our path because he knows that we are strong enough to handle it.

I am so inspired by this video and I hope that all of you ladies are just as inspired as I was.

 

Happy New Year

I wish you all an amazing year filled with lots of love and happiness.

xoxo