Well Lovelies,
I guess it's officially Christmas time once it's Black Friday isn't it?
I live in Canada and for whatever reason we have joined in on the Black Friday craze and most places have even started their deals on Thursday now!
I apologize for not posting on Wednesday as I usually do.
This week has not been for me.
Sunday I had a break down as am I getting burnt out.
I work as a casual but my schedule is usually full Monday to Saturday.
My days off are scattered which is fine for a little while, but then I started to realize "I'm not getting anything accomplished on my days off".
I spend my days off relaxing, having "me-time" or hanging out with my mom.
Monday and Tuesday, I worked at a crazy busy lab and it's not a lab I like going to because the drive freaks me out. Do you have roads you just don't like to drive?
Wednesday I was supposed to have a short day but ended up having to go to a meeting and while that wasn't difficult, I was tired.
It's Friday now. It's 6am, I don't start until 8, but I've been up since 1:30am.
Last night I was anxious, which is even more exhausting.
This isn't supposed to be a post where I whine, I apologize if it comes across this way.
Basically I'm trying to explain my schedule to you and talk about burn out.
Have you ever suffered from burn out before?
I have and I don't know what to do to stop it from happening.
If anyone has suggestions please leave them in the comments!
I have things I do to relax, but how do I actually prevent burn out?
It's time for me to load up on coffee, head to work and then hopefully catch a few sales later today!
Have a fun and safe Black Friday!
Friday, November 28, 2014
Monday, November 24, 2014
The 'Me Time' Tag!
Happy Monday!
Honestly? I hate Mondays. They mean getting up early, going to work and coming home tired.
At the end of a long day there are things I like to do to unwind, so why not share them through a tag?
What do you watch or read during me-time?
I love watching "Gilmore Girls" to unwind. I'm scared my dvds are going to burn out by how much I watch this show.
I'm currently reading "Let it Snow" by John Green, Maureen Johnson and Lauren Myracle, it's a light Christmas-y read!
What do you wear during me-time?
My polka dot pajama pants and a cozy sweater.
What are your me-time beauty products?
I love face masks. Currently I've been into Lush's Magnaminty. My skin is so soft after using this! And sometimes I'll give myself a pedicure, I currently have Essie's "Tuck in my Tux" on my toes.
Current favourite nail polish?
Whoops! I answered this above. Essie's "Tuck in my Tux", it's from the 2014 Winter collection.
What do you eat/drink during me-time?
I like to have popcorn as a bedtime snack and Boyfriend I have been drinking David's Tea "Earl's Garden" tea which is just an Earl Grey tea.
Current favourite candle?
This is the hardest question as I absolutely love candles (that's a Pisces for you). I'm going to go with Bath & Body Works Warm Sugar Vanilla three wick candle. It just relaxes me and smells so good.
Do you ever have outdoor me-time?
I used to go running as a stress reliever, but I've been slacking in that department so no outdoor me-time for me.
Would you ever go see a movie alone?
Of course! I've done it twice and had the best time. The movies were "Whip It" and "The Vow", in case you were wondering. And I saw "The Vow" on Valentine's Day to top it off!
Favourite online shop?
Well, I do love shopping on Sephora's site, it's a nice way to unwind.
Anything to add? What else do you do during me-time?
Watch youtube videos, read blogs and watch Boyfriend play video games.
I hope you have a super Monday and I'll talk to you again on Wednesday!
Honestly? I hate Mondays. They mean getting up early, going to work and coming home tired.
At the end of a long day there are things I like to do to unwind, so why not share them through a tag?
What do you watch or read during me-time?
I love watching "Gilmore Girls" to unwind. I'm scared my dvds are going to burn out by how much I watch this show.
I'm currently reading "Let it Snow" by John Green, Maureen Johnson and Lauren Myracle, it's a light Christmas-y read!
What do you wear during me-time?
My polka dot pajama pants and a cozy sweater.
What are your me-time beauty products?
I love face masks. Currently I've been into Lush's Magnaminty. My skin is so soft after using this! And sometimes I'll give myself a pedicure, I currently have Essie's "Tuck in my Tux" on my toes.
Current favourite nail polish?
Whoops! I answered this above. Essie's "Tuck in my Tux", it's from the 2014 Winter collection.
What do you eat/drink during me-time?
I like to have popcorn as a bedtime snack and Boyfriend I have been drinking David's Tea "Earl's Garden" tea which is just an Earl Grey tea.
Current favourite candle?
This is the hardest question as I absolutely love candles (that's a Pisces for you). I'm going to go with Bath & Body Works Warm Sugar Vanilla three wick candle. It just relaxes me and smells so good.
Do you ever have outdoor me-time?
I used to go running as a stress reliever, but I've been slacking in that department so no outdoor me-time for me.
Would you ever go see a movie alone?
Of course! I've done it twice and had the best time. The movies were "Whip It" and "The Vow", in case you were wondering. And I saw "The Vow" on Valentine's Day to top it off!
Favourite online shop?
Well, I do love shopping on Sephora's site, it's a nice way to unwind.
Anything to add? What else do you do during me-time?
Watch youtube videos, read blogs and watch Boyfriend play video games.
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Trying Out New Products #1
Hello Everybody!
For the past couple months to even just a few days ago I have been trying a few new products and I thought that I would share.
[Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula with Vitamin E Strong Roots spray/Tony Moly Appletox/Bioderma H20/L'oreal Magic Lumi Primer/Olay Regenerist Serum]
Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula with Vitamin E Strong Roots spray- This spray claims to stimulate the scalp and promote healthy hair growth and create a "cooling sensation" to sooth dryness or itch.
I take it that you're supposed to spray this on to your hair after you shower, but after reading other people's reviews you can do it dry (but it does make your hair feel a bit sticky and like you have hairspray in it).
The smell is coconut with a eucalyptus and peppermint. I notice the coconut right away and only smell hints of peppermint, so I don't find it overpowering.
I tend to suffer with psoriasis on my scalp and while it hasn't acted up in two years, I figure this would be something new to try for my itchy scalp. I've been using it every 2 days and I notice that it does have a soothing sensation so that's a plus. But I will have to wait a few months before seeing any hair growth.
Tony Moly Appletox- I am quite in love with this so far. So basically you rub this cream all over your face, massaging it in, and after a few minutes dead skin should start to rub off (like those little eraser bits). Once you feel like you have no cream left to rub in you can rinse it off with warm water. Oh my gosh, my skin was so soft after this! I would probably only use it once or twice a week.
Bioderma H20- This is a cleansing water. It's supposed to remove all make up and reveal clean skin. This works really well, but I find that it leaves a big raccoon eyed mess with my makeup unlike some eye makeup removers I've used. So I don't know if I'll be repurchasing. One this I did like was that it didn't irritate my eyes or my skin.
L'oreal Magic Lumi Primer- This declares it is a "light infusing primer". You can mix it with foundation or BB cream, wear it under your make up or use it as a highlighter. I've been loving this to give myself a glow and wear it under my make up, I use a BB cream and find it gives a natural, healthy glow. There are times when I forget to put this on first and I end up using it as a highlighter and I find that works just as nice. It's not oily or sticky feeling, it blends into the skin rather well and I highly recommend this.
Olay Regenerist Serum- This is supposed to improve wrinkles in 2 weeks. I am really not sure about this product. I love how it feels, it doesn't sit heavy on my skin, it's fragrance free, the bottle/pump is so easy to use and the 50mls has lasted me about 3 months so far.
But have I seen improvements?
I'm going to be honest. I've noticed the wrinkles around my eyes and mouth a lot more lately and after I'm done this bottle I'm going to try something new and if that doesn't work, I might come back to this just because I love how it feels. It's a staple in my everyday routine, but I just don't think it does anything.
Maybe my skin isn't old enough?
[L'oreal Super Slim 12hr liner/Tarte Lights,Camera Lashes Mascara/Anastasia Brow Wiz (Chocolate)/Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler/Benefit Cosmetics Cheeky Sweet Box O' Blushes]
L'oreal Super Slim 12hr liner- I was looking for a dupe for the Stila Stay All Day Liner, I think this is it. I don't know what else to say, because I just think it's a very good dupe. I need to get more use out of it to be 100% positive, but it's looking good.
Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara- This was the first Tarte product I ever bought and tried. I want to try more! I love this mascara. The length and separation is amazing, but natural looking. I did find that I had black smudges under my eyes at the end of the day, so it's not one I wear to work, but for the weekend when I can do touch ups if I have to, this is on my lashes.
Anastasia Brow Wiz in Chocolate- This is my first time owning this product and I don't know if I can ever switch to another brow product again, besides maybe trying out the pomade. I used to use Benefit's Gimme Brow and E.L.F.'s brow kit. I think the brow wiz is my favorite, I find you get a lot more precision and a more natural looking brow. I might try the brow wiz in brunette next time though. Thumbs up for the brow wiz!
Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler- Another win here. I only bought this because I felt my eyelash curlers weren't doing a thing. So Boyfriend and I went to Sephora. I had two different Shu Uemura curlers in my hand, Boyfriend asked a salesperson which was better and this is the one I ended up with. Holy amazing. I didn't realize that's how curled lashes are supposed to look. It was a pricey purchase but worth every penny in my eyes.
Benefit Cosmetics Cheeky Sweet Box O' Blushes- I've owned this for about a month, I think. I've never owned a Benefit blush before, but I've heard very good things. First off, these smell so good. This set comes with Dandelion, Sugarbomb, Hoola, Coralista, Rockateur, Bellabamba and a mini Watts Up!. My favorites are Dandelion, Rockateur and Watts Up! I haven't played with the bronzer Hoola too much yet, but it's supposed to be the best there is. Definitely a good little set if you're just being introduced to makeup or even Benefit products.
I hope the rest of your week goes well and talk to you soon!
-The Quiet Brunette
All these products were purchased by me and all reviews are my own unsponsored opinions.
For the past couple months to even just a few days ago I have been trying a few new products and I thought that I would share.
Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula with Vitamin E Strong Roots spray- This spray claims to stimulate the scalp and promote healthy hair growth and create a "cooling sensation" to sooth dryness or itch.
I take it that you're supposed to spray this on to your hair after you shower, but after reading other people's reviews you can do it dry (but it does make your hair feel a bit sticky and like you have hairspray in it).
The smell is coconut with a eucalyptus and peppermint. I notice the coconut right away and only smell hints of peppermint, so I don't find it overpowering.
I tend to suffer with psoriasis on my scalp and while it hasn't acted up in two years, I figure this would be something new to try for my itchy scalp. I've been using it every 2 days and I notice that it does have a soothing sensation so that's a plus. But I will have to wait a few months before seeing any hair growth.
Tony Moly Appletox- I am quite in love with this so far. So basically you rub this cream all over your face, massaging it in, and after a few minutes dead skin should start to rub off (like those little eraser bits). Once you feel like you have no cream left to rub in you can rinse it off with warm water. Oh my gosh, my skin was so soft after this! I would probably only use it once or twice a week.
Bioderma H20- This is a cleansing water. It's supposed to remove all make up and reveal clean skin. This works really well, but I find that it leaves a big raccoon eyed mess with my makeup unlike some eye makeup removers I've used. So I don't know if I'll be repurchasing. One this I did like was that it didn't irritate my eyes or my skin.
L'oreal Magic Lumi Primer- This declares it is a "light infusing primer". You can mix it with foundation or BB cream, wear it under your make up or use it as a highlighter. I've been loving this to give myself a glow and wear it under my make up, I use a BB cream and find it gives a natural, healthy glow. There are times when I forget to put this on first and I end up using it as a highlighter and I find that works just as nice. It's not oily or sticky feeling, it blends into the skin rather well and I highly recommend this.
Olay Regenerist Serum- This is supposed to improve wrinkles in 2 weeks. I am really not sure about this product. I love how it feels, it doesn't sit heavy on my skin, it's fragrance free, the bottle/pump is so easy to use and the 50mls has lasted me about 3 months so far.
But have I seen improvements?
I'm going to be honest. I've noticed the wrinkles around my eyes and mouth a lot more lately and after I'm done this bottle I'm going to try something new and if that doesn't work, I might come back to this just because I love how it feels. It's a staple in my everyday routine, but I just don't think it does anything.
Maybe my skin isn't old enough?
L'oreal Super Slim 12hr liner- I was looking for a dupe for the Stila Stay All Day Liner, I think this is it. I don't know what else to say, because I just think it's a very good dupe. I need to get more use out of it to be 100% positive, but it's looking good.
Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara- This was the first Tarte product I ever bought and tried. I want to try more! I love this mascara. The length and separation is amazing, but natural looking. I did find that I had black smudges under my eyes at the end of the day, so it's not one I wear to work, but for the weekend when I can do touch ups if I have to, this is on my lashes.
Anastasia Brow Wiz in Chocolate- This is my first time owning this product and I don't know if I can ever switch to another brow product again, besides maybe trying out the pomade. I used to use Benefit's Gimme Brow and E.L.F.'s brow kit. I think the brow wiz is my favorite, I find you get a lot more precision and a more natural looking brow. I might try the brow wiz in brunette next time though. Thumbs up for the brow wiz!
Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler- Another win here. I only bought this because I felt my eyelash curlers weren't doing a thing. So Boyfriend and I went to Sephora. I had two different Shu Uemura curlers in my hand, Boyfriend asked a salesperson which was better and this is the one I ended up with. Holy amazing. I didn't realize that's how curled lashes are supposed to look. It was a pricey purchase but worth every penny in my eyes.
Benefit Cosmetics Cheeky Sweet Box O' Blushes- I've owned this for about a month, I think. I've never owned a Benefit blush before, but I've heard very good things. First off, these smell so good. This set comes with Dandelion, Sugarbomb, Hoola, Coralista, Rockateur, Bellabamba and a mini Watts Up!. My favorites are Dandelion, Rockateur and Watts Up! I haven't played with the bronzer Hoola too much yet, but it's supposed to be the best there is. Definitely a good little set if you're just being introduced to makeup or even Benefit products.
I hope the rest of your week goes well and talk to you soon!
-The Quiet Brunette
All these products were purchased by me and all reviews are my own unsponsored opinions.
Monday, November 17, 2014
Pinning Makeup
Does anyone remember when Pinterest first came out that you had to sign up to be invited to join? Do they still do that? I don't know.
But I used to be an avid Pinterester? Pinner? I'm not sure what the correct term is, but I used to live on that site.
I still use it, a lot, just not quite as often.
But for today's post I thought I would share some of my favorite makeup looks that I've pinned over the years.
This could go on and on.
Feel free to check out my pinterest page and if leave your link in the comments :)
Enjoy your week, I'll be back on Wednesday!
But I used to be an avid Pinterester? Pinner? I'm not sure what the correct term is, but I used to live on that site.
I still use it, a lot, just not quite as often.
But for today's post I thought I would share some of my favorite makeup looks that I've pinned over the years.
I think this one would be great for a holiday party.
Feel free to check out my pinterest page and if leave your link in the comments :)
Enjoy your week, I'll be back on Wednesday!
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
The Christmas Tag
Hello Lovelies!
I found "The Christmas Tag" over at MakeupSavvy. I've been reading their blog a lot lately and you should check it out if you're into that sort of thing :)
Moving on, did you ever do those surveys when you were younger? The ones you got through msn or hotmail and then you pass them on to your friends and even write hints about your crush in them and send them to him....Or was that just me?
So I have decided when I am uninspired to blog, I will do these surveys...I guess they're called tags no, so you (the reader) can get to know me better. Feel free to share your answers to the questions in the comments or a link to your blog would be lovely as well!
Here we go...
Actually before I start let me just say that I've scoured my computer for old Christmas photos and can't find any, then I realized I didn't get my camera until last Christmas, so I apologize for no visual effects.
1. What is your favorite Christmas movie/s?
I'm glad this question wasn't what are your favorite Christmas specials, because I love anything Christmas themed.
As for movies I love the first two Home Alone movies and I have a deep love for A Miracle on 34th Street with Mara Wilson (I actually just watched this a couple days ago). The house at the end of the movie (insert me sighing loudly here), I've wanted it since I was a little girl.
2. Do you open your presents on Christmas Eve or Christmas morning?
I think I've only ever once opened a present on Christmas Eve and that was when my boyfriend and I first started dating. But other than that one time, it's always Christmas morning. At his house it's after breakfast and at my parent's it's before breakfast.
3. Do you have a favorite Christmas memory?
I can't remember much, but this one time sticks out in my head. My Grandfather had shown up Christmas morning and I knew there were presents and I was eying up the stockings but I had to wait. We have the Disney parade on tv every Christmas morning and I was probably 6 or 7 playing it cool sitting on the couch pretending I didn't notice any presents and was so involved with the parade.
4. Favorite festive food?
Christmas cookies! You know the ones that come in tins? Any of those will do.
5. Favorite Christmas gift?
I'm quite happy with last year's gift of my camera or the Prada Candy perfume boyfriend bought me.
My Magic Potty Baby from when I was a kid sticks out the most though. I wanted it so bad (what kind of kid wants a baby that comes with a toilet and pees all the time? I'm not sure)
6. Favorite Christmas scent?
I have a few.
Breakfast on Christmas morning, the smell of a fresh Christmas tree once it's inside the house and the crisp, cold air.
7. Do you have any Christmas Eve traditions?
Usually dinner with my family. For the longest time we would go to Pizza Hut and as we've gotten older and people work later hours than the restaurant was open for it was harder to do. So lately we've been getting pizza or a subway platter to our house.
8. What tops your tree?
An angel has topped the tree at my parents house for as long as I can remember. One day when I have my own tree I think maybe a T-rex will top it :)
Either one of those life sized dolls or the Barbie jeep that you could drive.
10. What's the best part about Christmas for you?
I love having two families to spend Christmas with and I hope one day we'll have a place big enough for everyone. Christmas Eve is so much fun, we eat with my parents and brothers and then stay up late at my boyfriend's parents having wine and appetizers. And then going to bed just us and we're so excited for people to open their gifts...I get excited just thinking about it.
Have a wonderful week!
Let me know your answers below or leave a link to your blog :)
I found "The Christmas Tag" over at MakeupSavvy. I've been reading their blog a lot lately and you should check it out if you're into that sort of thing :)
Moving on, did you ever do those surveys when you were younger? The ones you got through msn or hotmail and then you pass them on to your friends and even write hints about your crush in them and send them to him....Or was that just me?
So I have decided when I am uninspired to blog, I will do these surveys...I guess they're called tags no, so you (the reader) can get to know me better. Feel free to share your answers to the questions in the comments or a link to your blog would be lovely as well!
Here we go...
Actually before I start let me just say that I've scoured my computer for old Christmas photos and can't find any, then I realized I didn't get my camera until last Christmas, so I apologize for no visual effects.
1. What is your favourite Christmas Movie/s?
1. What is your favorite Christmas movie/s?
I'm glad this question wasn't what are your favorite Christmas specials, because I love anything Christmas themed.
As for movies I love the first two Home Alone movies and I have a deep love for A Miracle on 34th Street with Mara Wilson (I actually just watched this a couple days ago). The house at the end of the movie (insert me sighing loudly here), I've wanted it since I was a little girl.
2. Do you open your presents on Christmas Eve or Christmas morning?
I think I've only ever once opened a present on Christmas Eve and that was when my boyfriend and I first started dating. But other than that one time, it's always Christmas morning. At his house it's after breakfast and at my parent's it's before breakfast.
3. Do you have a favorite Christmas memory?
I can't remember much, but this one time sticks out in my head. My Grandfather had shown up Christmas morning and I knew there were presents and I was eying up the stockings but I had to wait. We have the Disney parade on tv every Christmas morning and I was probably 6 or 7 playing it cool sitting on the couch pretending I didn't notice any presents and was so involved with the parade.
4. Favorite festive food?
Christmas cookies! You know the ones that come in tins? Any of those will do.
5. Favorite Christmas gift?
I'm quite happy with last year's gift of my camera or the Prada Candy perfume boyfriend bought me.
My Magic Potty Baby from when I was a kid sticks out the most though. I wanted it so bad (what kind of kid wants a baby that comes with a toilet and pees all the time? I'm not sure)
6. Favorite Christmas scent?
I have a few.
Breakfast on Christmas morning, the smell of a fresh Christmas tree once it's inside the house and the crisp, cold air.
7. Do you have any Christmas Eve traditions?
Usually dinner with my family. For the longest time we would go to Pizza Hut and as we've gotten older and people work later hours than the restaurant was open for it was harder to do. So lately we've been getting pizza or a subway platter to our house.
8. What tops your tree?
An angel has topped the tree at my parents house for as long as I can remember. One day when I have my own tree I think maybe a T-rex will top it :)
9. As a kid what was the one (crazy, wild, extravagant) gift you always asked for but never received?
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9. As a kid what was the one (crazy, wild, extravagant) gift you always asked for but never received?
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9. As a kid what was the one (crazy, wild, extravagant) you always asked for and never received?Either one of those life sized dolls or the Barbie jeep that you could drive.
10. What's the best part about Christmas for you?
I love having two families to spend Christmas with and I hope one day we'll have a place big enough for everyone. Christmas Eve is so much fun, we eat with my parents and brothers and then stay up late at my boyfriend's parents having wine and appetizers. And then going to bed just us and we're so excited for people to open their gifts...I get excited just thinking about it.
Have a wonderful week!
Let me know your answers below or leave a link to your blog :)
1. What is your favourite Christmas Movie/s?
Thursday, November 6, 2014
The Sephora VIB Sale!
Today is the start of the Sephora VIB/VIB Rouge sale and I've been up since 5am trying to check out.
I finally narrowed down my cart to my most wanted items and clicked the checkout button.
International check out is down.
So at the moment I'm hoping it starts working later this evening or that the things I wanted don't sell out once it's up and running.
But I thought I'd share my wish list for now and later I'll do a little haul...if it works.
-Glamglow gift set. I can't justify paying $69 for the glamglow mask, but it feels a bit better getting three masks at $76 and 20% off, so we'll see.
-TooFaced chocolate bar palette.
-Stila Eyes Are the Window palette in soul
-Sephora All a Glow brush set
-Bite Beauty lip mask
-Hourglass Ambient Lighting palette. Like the masks it's hard to justify this kind of purchase.
-Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip brow
-TooFaced Everything Nice set
What's your wishlist or what did you get from the sale?
Here's hoping it's up and running soon!
I finally narrowed down my cart to my most wanted items and clicked the checkout button.
International check out is down.
So at the moment I'm hoping it starts working later this evening or that the things I wanted don't sell out once it's up and running.
But I thought I'd share my wish list for now and later I'll do a little haul...if it works.
-Glamglow gift set. I can't justify paying $69 for the glamglow mask, but it feels a bit better getting three masks at $76 and 20% off, so we'll see.
-TooFaced chocolate bar palette.
-Stila Eyes Are the Window palette in soul
-Sephora All a Glow brush set
-Bite Beauty lip mask
-Hourglass Ambient Lighting palette. Like the masks it's hard to justify this kind of purchase.
-Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip brow
-TooFaced Everything Nice set
What's your wishlist or what did you get from the sale?
Here's hoping it's up and running soon!
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