Slim Down Your Makeup Bag

Whether you are jet setting to the islands or simply taking a road trip to the beach this summer – it’s crucial you pack the necessities, because no one wants to lug around a 30 pound makeup bag! Trust me; I know how easy it is to collect unnecessary items in there, so here's an easy way to slim down your make up bag with a few essential products that will keep you looking fresh and put together for a day at the beach or a fancy night out. {Products sent for review/feature consideration}

June is National Acne Awareness Month - Fight It with Bioré!

Treating acne has always been a top beauty priority; and preventing it is just as crucial. June has been named National Acne Awareness Month to bring attention, and solutions, to the issue. Bioré gets to the root of the problem with three signature products formulated to help prevent, treat, and fight against acne to give you clean, clear, and beautiful skin. {Products sent for review/feature}

Get Spring-Time Fresh Skin with Body Butters!

Winter is finally over and now there is no excuse to have dry and flaky skin. Meet a few of my favorite body butters, guaranteed to keep your skin mega moisturized and hydrated 24/7. Bonus: Korres, Lavanila and Mio creams are natural which will add to that healthy glow. {Products sent for review}

Nubian Heritage Indian Hemp & Haitian Vetiver

I'm closing out my ode to SheaMoisture/Nubian Heritage series with one of my favorite sets from the brands to date - the Nubian Heritage Indian Hemp & Haitian Vetiver Bath & Body Collection! The collection combines the protective, healing, and rejuvenating qualities of hemp seed oil, neem oil and vetiver and is perfect for oily, dry, and troubled skin. I loved the soap that I was sent so much, I went out and bought the body lotion to go with it {now that's true love}!

Great Last Minute Gift Ideas for Mother's Day!

Still scrambling to find the perfect gift for mom {Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 11}? Here are some great suggestions from Le Couvent des Minimes, Le Feu de L'Eau, and Hästens!

 Le Couvent des Minimes Botanical Cologne of the Cloister (3.4 oz, $38 ; 8.4 oz, $49; available at  usa.lecouventdesminimes.com) - This sparkling romantic fragrance captures the scent of sundrenched florals of the brand’s namesake convent in the South of France. The fragrance opens with notes of Grapefruit and Ginger that flirt with Black Current and Ivy, capturing the coolness of the cloister arcades. At the heart is a beautiful, intoxicating Rose magnified by Magnolia and fresh Peony. The fragrance warms to base notes of Cedar and delicate Musk for a feeling of reassurance and authenticity.

Le Feu de L’Eau Le Feu Violet Candle ($62; available at http://lefeudeleau.com) - 

Each one of Le Feu de L’Eau’s natural soy based candles are individually hand sculpted under water—so no two are ever alike—using an original high temperature technique. Featuring hand mixed colors and custom blended fragrances, these luxury votives burn for up to 80 hours to bring premium, nature inspired ambiance to any room.  The Violet candle is scented with top notes of Grapefruit, middle notes are soft florals combined from Geranium and a Violet Leaf and base notes are Mahogany woods, Sandalwood and Tobacco.

Hästens Down Slipper Booties ($80; available at Hästens Stores nationwide and www.hastens.com ) - Filled with 75% all natural white down and 25% sea bird feathers these indulgent slippers deliver pillow-soft cushioning for tired feet. Enclosed in 100% premium cotton, the naturally breathable and sweat wicking fabric keeps wearers dry and comfortable, while also snugly warm. Featuring a ribbon of Hästens signature Blue Check, this unisex, one-size fits all gift will be an instant classic.

As a mother, I can personally attest that I would be ecstatic over any of these gifts! What are you getting your mom? If you're a mom, what do you want? Leave a comment below and let me know! Until next time...

Josie Maran's Exclusive 3pc Collection on QVC's Today's Special!

Introducing the newest launch from Josie Maran, Argan Hydrate & Protect Deluxe 3-pc Collection ( $69.96), exclusively available on QVC’s Today’s Special Value and through QVC.com. This collection is the perfect combination of light-weight moisture, protection and color. The New Argan Daily Moisturizer in SPF 47 is an everyday good-for-you alternative to sunscreen, working as a multi-tasking make up primer. Argan Oil Light moisturizes and hydrates the skin and the Argan Color Stick offers a hint of lasting pigment that brightens all skin types!