Fall Essentials Part V: Bold Lips

I received a couple questions about the look I wore in my Chicago post, so I’m keeping this one short and sweet and just linking the details below!

I hadn’t planned on doing a style post on this look, so this photo is the closest I could get to the details. This is my mid-sentence-freezing-without-my-coat-for-the-mural look.

P.S. does this bold lip not scream F A L L?

What are your favorite fall lip shades??

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TOP: ASOS | SCARF: Nordstrom | DENIM: Agolde | BAG: Target | LIPS: MAC

Wind Down Wednesday: Yes To Paper Masks

It’s that time of the week again, you’ve made it, you’re halfway through! Now, it’s time to take 15 minutes for yourself! So far in this series, I’ve touched on the relaxing benefits of adult coloring and Buddha Boards. I’ve neverbeenso excited to share with you my next little wind down secret: Yes To Grapefruit Pore Perfection Paper Masks. I buy these things in bulk. 

  
I am constantly looking for the next best beauty product, especially face masks. Finally I was in Target browsing the aisles, as usual, without a cart, hoping that would cut down on my purchases, until I saw these bright pink packets staring at me.

I had heard of Yes To in passing, so I figured why not try it out. But how to did I arrive at Grapefruit?

Yes To Grapefruit: Evens Skin Tone/Brightens
Why Grapefruit? Grapefruit is packed with vitamin C, an immune system booster that encourages collagen production for younger-looking skin. It also contains citrus flavonoids, powerful biological actives which help prevent the over production of melanin in the skin resulting in a brighter complexion. The extract and essential oil come from the peel of the fruit, which has a refreshing effect on the body.

So, not only are grapefruits great in a drink, but they’re also great for your skin! I picked up a single packet of the Yes To Grapefruit Pore Perfection Paper Masks and eagerly went home to test it out. This is, you guessed it, an actual paper mask you apply to your face, rather than a cream-based product.

Yesto Mask

The instructions state to leave the mask on for 10 minutes, I left it on about 15. I felt a tingling sensation that I didn’t want to end because it had to be working right? I peeled off the mask, face was a little red, but we’re talking SERIOUS pore reduction. I am one of those who can spend hours staring at my pores in the mirror and there was nothing left to stare at! It was brilliant! Once the reddening faded, my skin looked even too!

I try to use these at least once a week; I promise, you’ll have neverbeenso relaxed.

The other great thing about Yes To products is that they are made with 95% natural ingredients. They never include parabens, phthalates, SLS, silicones, chemical sunscreens and other potentially harmful ingredients. AND they don’t test on animals! One more thing, Yes To gives back a portion of company profits to the YES TO Seed Fund, whose goal is to inspire kids to lead healthier, more positive lives.

So while you’re winding down and making your skin feel good, you can feel good about it too.

Yes To offers something for everyone:

Yes To Carrots: The Original – Moisturizing
Why Carrots? A carrot is brimming full of beta carotene (they have the most of any vegetable!), a fabulous antioxidant that helps protect and nourish skin.

Yes To Cucumbers: Rejuvenation
Why Cucumbers? A cucumber is packed with rejuvenating vitamins which soothe and soften the skin.
They also have cooling properties to help keep your skin supple and fresh, with a fragrance that soothes and relaxes.

Yes To Tomatoes: Balancing
Why Tomatoes? Tomatoes are rich in lycopene. If your pores were a secret club, Lycopene would be the bouncer. This powerful anti-oxidant helps blocks free radicals and keeps your skin balanced. Fruit (remember tomato is a fruit!) acids naturally help clear your complexion – so your skin can party on.

Yes To Blueberries: Anti-aging
Why Blueberries? Blueberries are packed with antioxidants such as anthocyanins which help fight the formation of free radicals that damage the skin’s microstructure. This helps protect you from premature aging. And who doesn’t want that?

NEW Yes To Coconuts: Hydrate and Restore
Why Coconuts? Coconut (Cocos nucifera) is one of nature’s most multi-tasking offerings, rich in essential vitamins. Coconut oil is light, nongreasy and exceptionally emollient. Whether you’re interested in the fruit’s water, milk, meat, shell or oil, there are plenty of reasons to appreciate the natural awesomeness of Coconut!

What’s your favorite Yes To product? What are other face masks you’d recommend?

 

GIFT GUIDE: Monthly Subscription Boxes

Gift Guide: Monthly Subscription Boxes

Monthly subscription boxes are quickly taking over and with good reason. They’re a unique, personalized and who doesn’t love getting surprise things in the mail?! And there is literally something for EVERYONE. I subscribe to quite a few of these and could easily add 50 others if money was no object. I decided this year these monthly boxes are going to be a huge part of the gifts I give for the holidays; hello online shopping without the wrapping! You can either give one box as an introduction or buy a few months for your someone special; it’s up to you! Here are a few of my favorite monthly subscriptions.

FOR THE MAN IN YOUR LIFE:

Mantry: jerky, hot sauce, bacon-everything etc.
Dive Bar Shirt Club: Each month they’ll receive an authentic t-shirt from the best of America’s most interesting and unusual bars.
Bowtie of the Month Club: Each month receive 1 bowtie in the shape of your choice.
Root Bizzle: If bow ties aren’t their thing, sign them up to receive regular ties, once a month. Choices vary between skinny, whimsical and business and sizes of their choice.
Birchbox Man: Box filled with grooming and lifestyle samples from both up-and-coming and well-known men’s brands.

FOR THE TRAVELER:

Try the World: 8 authentic gourmet foods from a new country every month
Escape Monthly: Luxury products from new destinations each month

FOR THE HEALTH NUT:

Bestowed: 7-10 healthy snacks, beverages and lifestyle items
Buddhi Boxes: Delivers mindful products that enhance your yoga practice on and off the mat

FOR THE CREATOR:

Smile Create Repeat: Quality art supplies, hand selected by artists with creativity card and additional surprises (from kids 3+ to adults)

FOR THE SWEETS LOVER:

The Cravory: 1-2 dozen cookies at your door each month!
Mystery Chocolate Box: 3 mystery chocolate bars from top chocolate makers; for every box sold, two meals are donated to charity, so you can feel good while you’re stuffing your face with chocolatey goodness.
Treatsie: red velvet milk chocolate bar, lavender sea salt caramels, cinnamon peanut butter cups etc. (DROOL)

FOR THE BEAUTY BABE:

IPSY: 5 beauty products in a darling reusable cosmetic bag
Julep Maven: $40 worth of never before released polishes and luxurious nail treatments.
The Clean Getaway Box: Receive luxurious bar of soap and other beauty faves such as lotions, lip balms, candles etc.

FOR THE BOOK WORM:

Crate Joy: Each box contains 1 YA hardcover book and 3-5 other bookish goodies
Gift Lit: Allows you to choose the theme of books for your subscription (i.e. mysteries, history, favorites for women etc.)

FOR THE FOODIE:

Bacon of the Month Club: 2 lbs of bacon to your door monthly…nuff said
Taste Trunk: Gourmet items under various themes chosen by you each month
Carnivore Club: 4-6 different selections of cured and smoked meats, charcuterie and jerky from around the world

FOR THE COCKTAIL CONNOISSEUR:

Crafted Taste: full size bottles of alcohol and mixers..need i say more?!

FOR THE NEW PARENT:

Citrus Lane: toys, books, snacks etc. newborn – 5 years

FOR THE KIDS:

Kiwi Crate: Ages 5 – 8
Tinker Crate: Ages 9 – 16+

FOR THE BEER BUFF:

Craft Beer Club: Each month receive 12 bottles of craft brews from around the country
Cooler Can Monthly: To accompany those bottles, check out this monthly koozie subscription from around the country.

FOR THE GAMER:

Loot Crate: Hand-picked geek and gamer products, such as shirts and gadgets.

FOR THE FASHIONISTA:

RocksBox: 3 designer jewelry pieces, wear up to 60 days and then decide if you want to keep or return!
The Trendy Box: 3-4 fashion accessories such as necklaces, belts, wallets, ring etc.
Stitch Fix: A personal stylist gets assigned to you and instantly sends you 5 products you can choose to keep or return. They even take a look at your pinterest boards for inspiration.

FOR THE TEA/COFFEE LOVER:

Tea Club: 4 oz of premium loose leaf tea per month.
Craft Coffee: They find the perfect coffee blend for you & ship it right to your door monthly!

FOR THE NEWLY ENGAGED:

The Bride Box: Fun full-sized products and samples specifically catered to brides!

FOR THE COUPLE:

Lovebird: Once a month, your favorite couple will receive a creative date at their door!

FOR THE CAR FANATIC:

Box of Car Stuff: Mixture of luxury, commonly known brands and eco-conscious value product brands including interior and exterior products.

FOR THE ANIMAL LOVER:

Bark Box: Dog treats, toys and goodies for your pup each month!
Meow Box: Unique toys and goodies specifically catered to your favorite feline!

FOR THE GOLF GURU (I have a lot of these in my life):

BirdieBox: Premium golf, lifestyle and nutritional products. Every box includes the current Golf Digest magazine. Can be customized for Men or Women and logos can be added for corporate outings.
BogeyBox: $40 worth of golf goodies, lifestyle products and food & beverage samples to help you focus on improving your golf game and time on the course.

What are some of your favorite monthly box subscriptions for yourself and/or to give as gifts?!

Sweater Leather

I love pairing sweaters and knits with [faux] leather pants, it’s one of my go-to styles for Fall. Add a harvest colored lip and the look is complete! Brands below.

Sweater Leather [Weather]

Sweater Leather [Weather]

SWEATER: old (similar here) | PANTS: sale! Lauren Conrad | SHOES: Steve Madden | BAG: sold out but HUGE sale here! | LIPS: Ulta