Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Mini Haul: CVS

Hi Beauties!

This past weekend I stopped in CVS to pick up a few beauty essentials. I have been in dire need of purchasing a new powder to set my foundation with, ever since my MAC Mineralize Skinfinish hit pan. While I absolutely love how the MAC powder sets perfectly, I'm not too in love with the price tag ($30).

After going up and down the beauty aisle a few times, I finally decided on Maybelline's Shine Free Oil Control Pressed Powder. I also believe CVS was having a Maybelline sale (buy 1, get one 50%) which prompted me to try a new mascara as well. I've heard mixed reviews about the Volum' Express The Rocket Mascara, but decided to give it a try anyway.

I absolutely hate everything about winter, from the snow to the freezing cold. I hate the fact that it drys out my skin even more, so I knew it was time to start repairing my skin with Aveeno's Active Naturals Daily Moisturizing Lotion. This is the only unscented lotion that locks the moisture back in my skin.

Overall this mini shopping trip was successful. I'm looking forward to trying out some of these new products. Happy Wednesday beauties, the weekend is almost here!

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Retail: $6.49

 
Retail: $7.49


Retail: $3.79



Disclaimer: All photos in this post are mine, and captured with the iPhone 4s. The products listed above that are bolded will redirect you the CVS website.

Sunday, February 10, 2013

Behind the Beauty Blog

Welcome! 

My name is Samantha. I am currently a junior at West Chester University majoring in Secondary English Education. Instead of doing my normal "cliche" English blog, I have decided to venture out and share one of my hobbies: cosmetology.

For the last five years I have been a part of the beauty industry working part time as a receptionist at a hair salon close to my home. While I'm not a licensed cosmetologist (nor claim to be!) I am here to share my reviews, tips, and tricks with all things related to that field (makeup, hair, skincare, nails, etc) that I have learned a long the way from professionals and my own trial and error. 

I love learning and sharing my girly tips, so I hope this blog will interest a few beauties out in cyberspace!