Evening Beauty Routine

A couple of weeks ago I posted my Morning Beauty Routine so I figured I would also post my Evening Beauty Routine for those who were interested. In comparison, this one has a few more steps, but they're all necessary in removing the makeup and grime that builds up on my face throughout the day.

1. Simple Oil Balancing Cleansing Wipes: I clean my face in two steps, and I use these wipes to get the majority of my makeup off before I get into the deep cleaning. I've used lots of different makeup wipes, and I like these the best because they are gentle. They remove most of my makeup without leaving my face fire engine red.

2. Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Cleanser: I've been using this cleanser since I was 16 and my dermatologist recommended it to me. I put about one pump's worth onto my Clarisonic Mia with the Cashmere brush head, and I let it do its job. Whatever the makeup wipes didn't remove, this cleanser will no doubt get it off. This cleanser is also great for removing that pesky eye makeup that just won't budge.

3. Tarte Maracuja C-Brighter Eye Treatment: Once I'm done cleansing my face, I go in with this eye cream. This eye cream is very hydrating and absorbs super quickly. I use this in the mornings as well, and I definitely notice a brightening in the eye area. This eye cream is a great value for the price.

4. Medicine from the Dermatologist: As I've mentioned before, I first started going to the dermatologist when I was in high school, and I've gone every year since then. I've been using this gel since my first visit. I'm pretty sure my skin is addicted to it, but it makes sure my skin is bump free so I really can't complain. I slather on a thin layer all over my face, (like seriously, I use a pea size amount) and that's it.

5. EOS Lip Balm in Sweet Mint: Every night before I go to bed, I put this on my lips. This is super embarrassing to admit, but I'm a mouth breather at night. Yes, it's true. I have horrible sinuses that seem to act up especially when I'm trying to sleep causing me to turn into a drooling mouth breather. But this minty miracle in a sphere saves my lips from chappy doom.

So that's it! What products are part of your beauty routine? Let me know :)

Beach Day

Beach Day by marshyy featuring a brown hat

So...I bought a fedora. Yes, it happened. I don't know what's come over me. I used to hate them, but I saw that little brown one in Target the other day, and I just had to have it. I blame Target. They have me under their spell. 

First Influenster VoxBox

A couple of weeks ago I received a box of cheese on my doorstep.

Kidding. Well, kind of. I actually received my first Influenster VoxBox. If you are not familiar with Influenster, it "is a community of trendsetters, social media masterminds, and educated consumers who live to give opinions of products and experiences," or so the website says. Pretty much once you become a member, you connect all of your social media platforms to Influenster and the more active you are the higher score you get. You can write product reviews and unlock badges to increase your score. Some members with high scores will receive a VoxBox in the mail, which they will then review on their social media platforms. 

Whew. I feel like I just wrote an essay. But that's pretty much the gist of it. I received the Sargento Ultra Thin VoxBox. The box included a cute little lunch tote and two vouchers, one for a free pack of cheese and one for a dollar off.

I think this little tote would be cute to take to the pool or beach this summer, or at the very least it could be something to tote my beer around in. I went with the provolone, because let's be real provolone is the best. I'm not super creative in the kitchen. I'm actually not creative at all. I don't like to cook. Baking? Yes. Cooking? No.

So I made a grilled cheese sandwich. Simple yet delicious. I used white bread, heaps of butter, and three slices of the cheese. I know what you're thinking. I took a potential healthy option and piled it down with carbs and fat. And you know what? It was pretty dag-um tasty. The cheese tasted like, well, cheese. Just regular 'ol cheese. It didn't taste weird nor did it leave a funky after taste like some "healthier alternative" foods. So if you like cheese and you're trying to watch your calorie intake, then give this cheese a try :)

April Favorites

April Favorites by marshyy featuring a long sleeve tee