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August Beauty Favorites || Video

07 Thursday Sep 2017

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Well, the summer wrapped and we’re on to the Fall. But, before, we make the final transition check out the beauty products I’ve been using this month. Though, I am getting some serious autumnal vibes from this eye makeup look!

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Products Mentioned:

Estee Lauder ‘Enlighten’ Dark Spot Correcting Night Serum

Dior Creme de Rose Smoothing Plumping Lip Balm

Clinique All About Eyes Massing Rollerball

Aveeno Positively Radiant SPF 15 Daily Moisturizer

CVS Health Oil Absorbing Sheets

Milani Eyeshadow Primer

Too Faced ‘Semi Sweet’ Chocolate Bar Palette (shades: Mousse, Butter Pecan)

Anastasia of Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Palette (shades: Golden Ochre, Venetian Red, Cypress Umber)

Sephora Brand Waterproof Contour Eye Pencil (shade: 5th Avenue)

Make Up For Ever Aqua XL Waterproof Eye Pencil (shade: M10)

Benefit They’re Real Mascara

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Toilette

 

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That Time of Year Again: Nordstrom’s Half Yearly Sale

04 Sunday Jun 2017

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The Half-Yearly Women’s Sale is in full swing (the sale ends June 4th. If there is anything you are on the fence about purchasing do it now!)  so I had to check it out. This is the best time to shop the Nordstrom sale because many high quality items go for anything between 30% and 50% off! Those are pretty good numbers in my book! Helpful Hint: If you don’t find what you’re looking for keep an eye on the Nordstrom sale tab because most of their non-luxury items end up there at some point or other during the year.

The sale is site wide and in-store, hitting women, men, home and accessories so there is bound to be something of interest to you!

Below are my picks for good clothes choices for people with RA These make one of the more common symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis more manageable. As a Spoonie, I look for an easy fit, makes difficult Rheumatoid movement easier (ie. zippers, buttons, etc), and comes in fun colors that brighten my mood.

What do you think of the items I chose? Do you like them too?

 the Rite of Aging...Early's Best of the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale: NIC + ZOE '4 Way' Convertible Three Quarter Sleeve CardiganThis awesome NIC+ZOE Convertible Wrap is the perfect soft material to get in and out of easily without moving my shoulders too much. It is comfortable and does not apply unneeded pressure to any sensitive joints! The color is fun and jovial! Right up my alley.

the Rite of Aging...Early's Best of the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale: Sanuk 'Yoga Sling' SandalI already own these Sanuk Yoga Sling Sandals and absolutely love them. The bottom is nice and squishy so it super comfortable on the feet (my most painful joints). The bands are super soft and easy to open without stressing the fingers too much. Another added bonus is how well they fit my skinny little ankle! Over time the bottom will compress and the bands will expand but for $40 I really can’t lose! There are other solid colors like white, burgundy and black but the print just screams summer to me!

 

the Rite of Aging...Early's Best of Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale: Bobeau Cold Shoulder Slub Knit TeeThis Cold Shoulder Slub Knit Top from Bobeau is my quintessential summer top in one of my favorite colors! The material is very thin but it is perfectly billowy and cool. It allows good air flow so my body won’t get sweaty and uncomfortable. The sleeves are a little more tricky to get into but they are soft and don’t mind a little stretch! Orange not your color, no worries, there are plenty more!

 

the Rite of Aging...Early's Best of Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale: BP Faux Suede Beaded Wrap NecklaceWrap necklaces are all the rage and adorn almost every fashion blogger’s neck. For the first time, I actually like the style of an on-trend piece and this one from BP has the right amount of cord and pizazz. This might take a little shoulder, wrist, and finger manipulation but if you suffer from steroid ‘moon face’ and have extra bloating in your face and neck, the wraps will trick the eye into thinking you look thinner!

 

the Rite of Aging...Early's Best of Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale: SOCIALITE Metallic PulloverI am a tight pants, slouchy top kind of person and during the summer I go extra with the top. I want something bright, fun, and easy to put on like this SOCIALITE Metallic Pullover. The fabric is light and malleable so it provides a slight barrier against any winds that want to slap at my already sensitive joints.

 

the Rite of Aging...Early's Best of Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale: kate spade new york HomeWomenHandbags & WalletsShoulder Bags Size Info 10If you are a Spoonie and a fashionista it is no secret that a new accessory in your favorite print just puts you in a better mood which in turns lessens the symptoms of your autoimmune. Good use of psychology, right?? I love Chanel tweed and this kate spade new york purse is similar at a fraction of the cost! I would so carry this on the days I need an extra pick-me-up.

 

What did you think of my picks? Are you going to try out these pieces? Did you try any others? Let me know in the comments!

 

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Everyday Makeup Look || Video

23 Sunday Apr 2017

Posted by MonicawithRA in Beauty, makeup, Skincare

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Ever wonder how I do my every day makeup look? Well, here it is! It is super forgiving, easy and arthritis-friendly which means I can do it even when I am in pain!

Enjoy!

 

Products Mentioned:

Clinique All About Eyes Serum Rollerball

Aveeno Positively Radiant SPF 15 Daily Moisturizer

Chanel UV Essentiel SPF 50

Milani Eyeshadow Primer

Too Faced Semi Sweet Chocolate Bar Palette – shades: Mousse, Truffled, Frosting

Tom Ford Eye Definer Pen Liquid Liner

Make Up For Ever – black: M10, brown: 25L

Physician’s Formula Organic Wear Mascara

Becca – Champagne Pop Highlighter

Hourglass – Ambient Lighting Palette

Chanel Rouge Coco Shine – Fetiche (discontinued)

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Getting My Wisdom Teeth Out | GRWM Video

13 Sunday Nov 2016

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I hope you enjoy this video! I filmed it the morning I got my wisdom teeth removed but I couldn’t upload the footage until today. The look I created is quick, arthritis-friendly and bright. Perfect for days when I have to go to the doctor’s and want to feel a little better about the situation!

https://youtu.be/4CdtJIyjLmU

 

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Products Mentioned:

Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer (SPF 15)

Chanel UV Essentiel SPF 50

Chanel Illusion d’Ombre Velvet Eyeshadow – Rouge Contraste

Urban Decay Electric Palette – Freak//Thrash//Fringe

Physician’s Formula Original Organic Wear Mascara

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette

Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Lip Balm

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My Picks | Nordstrom July 2015 Anniversary Sale

25 Saturday Jul 2015

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Honestly, I was pretty underwhelmed with this year’s anniversary sale. Over the last year Nordstrom’s semi-annual sales (held twice a year) have better discounts on a larger number of items.

On top of everything else, the brands usually on sale were not (read: Under Armour) so I was more than little bummed. I have found that I generally use the Anniversary sale to stock on my favorite Caslon and Halogen brands but then again, they are always on sale.

 

nordstrom anniversary jully 15I am always on the lookout for basic long sleeve shirts for school. I can never wear nice clothes because they inevitably get ruined! Basics are the best and Caslon makes some nice hardy ones at an affordable price!

I love scarves. I wear them all year round. When I saw this Echo Brushstrokes scarf I immediately fell in love! The only problem is I cannot decide between the Electric Blue or Multi colors!

I love Halogen’s Slub Knit tops. They are form fitting but slouchy and comfortable. And, above all, they last for ages!

I am so glad to see this Michael Kors rain jacket is still on sale. I love the dark blue. The perfect muted pop of color for dreary days! Unfortunately, I really like the red as well!

And, no shopping trip would be complete without a sweatshirt! This turquoise space dye sweater from Caslon is my perfect style and color!

 

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I will never forget the Ted Baker Dauschund Bauble wallet. I waited too long and it slipped through my fingers. I hold out for another great design from Ted Baker but if you are looking for basic design, good quality sturdy wallets, these are fantastic finds!

The Rebecca Minkoff Mini 5 Zip Crossbody is always on sale at this time of year. I always have my eyes on them but can never decide on the color! I am hoping the neon yellow comes back on sale!

Are you looking to splurge a bit? These adorable star earrings and matching necklace from Sugar Bean are so pretty (and they come in multiple colors as well)!

And, now, for the gut-wrenching splurge: La Mer. I don’t think it’s a secret how much I love the line. My skin absolutely loves the face cream and the eye concentrate is my holy grail eye product!! With two full size products, this kit is well worth the money!

 

Do any of these items pique your interest? Even though I feel lukewarm towards this year’s overall sales…I have to say some of the beauty gift with purchases are alright! The ones I am especially interested in:

 

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_8074193Estee Lauder always has great gift with purchases and this one is no exception. There are three other “kits” I can choose from. This will be the perfect time to stock up on my go-to serum: Advanced Night Repair!

 

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_6602124And, if I’m going to splurge on that great La Mer set from above I might as well add a little something more in the form of the awesome Lip Balm and get a few travel-friendly samples!

There a lot more gift with purchases, check them out here!

 

On top of the sales, Ebates is offering 3.0% on Nordstrom online purchases. I recently signed up and am thrilled with the cash backs I’ve received. If I have to make a purchase online it’s nice to get a little something back! If you’re interested in signing up with Ebates please use my referral link in the sidebar (note: I am not an affiliate of the company, this is my personal referral link that every one gets when they sign up!)

 

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Let’s Go Shopping – Beauty at Nordstrom

09 Thursday Apr 2015

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I did not buy anything over the last few months and went slightly crazy at Nordstrom. There were many products I drooled over but had to lock the buying bug away. All my funds went towards Saachi’s chemotherapy and I did not want to spend on anything extra. Now that she has passed, I have a little wiggle room and wanted to go on a shopping spree (I always crave shopping sprees when I’m sad…)

What makes you feel better when you grieve? Do you shop? What do you buy? Tell me in the comments!

 

Below are the items I bought and a few others that caught my eye and am still debating! Enjoy!

nordstrom beauty haul - chanelErmergersh. I almost cried. I thought they no longer offered the higher SPF Chanel UV Essential lotion! This stuff is AH-MAZING. The first time I bought this sunscreen the sales rep told me to only use two drops rubbed between my fingers then applied to my face and neck. I don’t actually need more than that amount! The sunscreen only comes in a one-ounce bottle but it lasts me the entire summer. I keep this in my scrub pants pocket for those sunny days when I unexpectedly find myself outside with the dogs. The lotion is very fluid, it is non-greasy and absorbs quickly but, as with any titanium dioxide sunscreen I really wash my face well at the end of the night.

nordstrom beauty haul - mac fix +This facial spray has been on my radar ever since I started watching YouTube beauty videos. Everyone, and I mean, EVERYONE raves about this product. Apparently, this is the ultimate facial spray! It hydrates, blends foundation seamlessly and sets makeup! Take a sample size with you no matter where you go and your face will always be flawless! Those claims would pique anyone’s curiosity, right? I sampled MAC products before and was never too impressed by them but I decided to give them another chance. I am on a facial spray kick right now and there was no better time to try this one! I do not wear enough face makeup to “set” it…so…what am I going to use it for? During the summer I love wearing more vibrant, fun eye looks but they always crease! Apparently, spraying Fix+ on the brush not only helps shadow stay longer, it also mimics applying shadow “wet”. Let’s see if this product lives up to the hype!

 

nordstrom beauty haul - anrThe Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair (ANR) serum is no surprise. It makes regular appearances on my blog. I am in my twenties, known for obsessive sunscreen use so I do not leaps and bounds differences in my skin after using it. This being said, I notice my skins feels more rough when I skip this step in my routine. I no longer break out as frequently, or am as oily, (especially important during the hotter, more humid months) and my skin just feels better.

 

nordstrom beauty haul - strobeAh…yet another YT sensation! Everyone gushes this is the best highlighter ever made. I always shied away from this because of a) the name and b) I am very picky about my highlighters. I love the idea of strong highlighter but because of my yellow undertones white highlighters look crazy and let’s face it, with this name, I really don’t want to look like I’m clubbing at 10 o’clock in the morning!  Nordstrom sells the mini-version of the MAC Strobe Cream so why not give it a go!

 

bb8fb39a46337406e669c65f6c8375f4When the Urban Decay Naked 3 palette came out I fell in head-over-heels love with the shade ‘Blackheart’. I almost bought the entire thing just because of that one shade. One day, I was at MAC counter at Nordstrom and laid eyes on the very similar MAC shade “Beauty Marked”. I considered buying it but I was still on the fence about the UD palette. Of course, it didn’t make sense to shell out 50 some odd dollars for only one shade but it would be cheaper for all 12 than the sole MAC one. I decided to be real with myself. I would never use the other shades in the Naked 3 palette, so now…it’s time for Beauty Marked!

 

nordstrom beauty haul - raspberry popIf I ever go for a lip product other than balm it has to be a nude gloss. However, I cannot stop gushing over this Estee Lauder Pure Color Gloss in Raspberry Pop! As it is, I am a huge fan of the Pure Color Glosses! The consistencies down the line are perfect. They are not overly thick but they are slightly sticky. I barely notice it after they wear for a while. They settles nicely into the lips and do not accentuate dry lines or patches. I own at least three in my stash at all times. That is saying a whole lot since I rarely wear lip products!

Raspberry Pop is not very pigmented. It adds a slight berry tinge but it is like wearing a classy disco ball! I cannot get over the glitter in this. I would not wear it to work but I definitely to weekend brunch! It is just so freaking fun!! It catches the light in a bright, glimmer-y way without yelling “hey, look, the girl smeared her lips with glitter!” I absolutely love it! (Some of my other favorite shades: Blazing Coral and Magnificent Mauve!)

 

nordstrom beauty haul - warm neutralI am still on the fence about this palette. I love neutral eyeshadows and own way to many of them. But, this would be a great way to try out MAC eyeshadows. And, I do not own any dupes for these colors!…Can you tell which way I am leaning??

 

_10415190 _10415209If I chicken out on the above palette I can always purchase one of the smaller ones instead. Here’s the problem: I cannot decide between the two (Burgundy Times Nine [top] or Amber Times Nine [bottom])! Since I am new to MAC the logical part of my brain says I should go for the larger palette then come back for the smaller ones. I just cannot get over the burgundy shades, though!! Can I get all three??

 

Yeah…I completely went off the rails with this haul. I rarely buy this many products in one go. I purchase one expensive item or a couple of cheaper ones…Then I got the email about the 24-piece sample gift with $130 purchase. This was the perfect time to check out some of my “want-to-try” products. There was an extra bonus: add $20 more and receive a FRESH sample set. On further inspection of the gift sets, I realized I was not interested in most of the products. Unfortunately, when I tried to empty my shopping cart of the larger items (i.e., the 15-eyeshadow palette) I added more little items instead! Oops!

 

What do all these products have in common other than first time tries? I cannot purchase them at Sephora. The store starts their Beauty Insider 15% off sale on April 12th! Logically, of course, I shouldn’t buy a whole lot from either store since I plan to take advantage of both promotions but hey, I can always put myself back on a no-spend regime!

 

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Spring Renewal Nordstrom Favorites

18 Wednesday Mar 2015

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The weather warms up so I start my search for new spring clothes. My first stop: Nordstrom. I have a couple of brands I love at the store and lucky for me, they are usually on sale. I strolled the website and highlighted some of my favorites below.

I am having serious trench envy. I do not own any true trench coats so I cannot help but fall in love with the bright colors. I mean…cobalt???

Enjoy!

 

_9680484_fotor1. Until I own my own Chanel this Jessica McClintock Tweed Clutch comes as a close second!

2. What a freaking bright color. I love the double buttons and short length on this Michael Kors Double Breasted Trench Coat

3. I love the simplicity and muted color of this Via Spiga Hooded Trench which is perfect for a cloudy day!

4. This is probably my favorite of the entire bunch: short length, not a lot of buttons, a cinched waist, bright color. This Ellen Tracy Short Trench Coat is on my list!

 

_10197889_fotor5. Halogen is one of my favorite brands. The Silk & Cotton shirts are light, airy and are both casual and professional!

6. Caslon is another of my favorite brands. The material is light and durable, perfect for me! Caslon is one of the few brands whose shirts are a little shorter. My torso is super super short so I opt for baggier bright tops like this V-Back Sweater.

7. These Cotton Shirts from Caslon are comfortable and sheer; perfect for the spring! I was drawn to the subtle green squares on this one.

8. Because of that short torso of mine I usually style fitted bottoms and baggy or less fitted tops so how can I say no to this bright red Madewell Linen Tee?

 

Do you like any of my picks? What are you going to wear this Spring?

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