Ever since I tried out my first primer, I noticed a difference in the way that my makeup looked and wore it throughout the entire day; I was hooked for life! Fast forward a few years later, I have been on the constant hunt for my perfect primer (or even a combination of primers) that just works magic on my face.

Milk Hydro Grip Primer DUPE! | ULTIMATE Dupe on a Budget

What is a Primer?

Before we get into the best dupe out there (I promise we’ll get there!), let me quickly first tell you about primer in general, what I look for in a primer and my skin. Primer, in general, is a step in my makeup routine that I use daily before I apply my foundation. This step preps my skin, and depending on what you are looking for, can address certain skin concerns and even affect the wearability of your base makeup (foundation, powders, bronzer, blush, etc.).

What I look for in Primers!

When it comes to what I look for in a primer, I look for it to do a few things. I have pretty oily skin, and although it has been getting a little less oily with the “chilly” Florida weather, it still gets oily. Since I have oily skin, my foundation tends to sort of slip off throughout the day and my face gets super shiny. Thus, this has led to many little makeup hacks (click here for the hack!) that help prevent my skin from getting oily.

However, sometimes, I don’t really have the time to really do those few extra steps when I’m getting ready so I look to a primer to really help reduce my oiliness throughout the day, mattify my skin, and really grip onto my base makeup. (Click here to read about THE best mattifying primer I’ve used to date!)

The last thing I look for in a primer is to reduce the appearance of my pores. I have pretty enlarged pores on my cheek area so I look for a primer to really fill that area and also reduce the look of the pores as well. So, as you can tell, primer is a very person-specific type of product. It really depends all on what you are looking for to address with your skin! To sum it all up, in a primer I look for it to really keep my makeup on my face throughout the day, to reduce shine, and to also reduce the appearance of my pores! (Seems like a lot, I know!)

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BB Cream vs CC Cream, that is the question on everyone’s mind. BB and CC Creams have been all the rave lately, but what do they really do and what’s the difference between the two? In this post, I’ll be breaking down the A to Z on all things BB and CC Cream and I’ll also be sharing with you my top 2 holy grails for each type! Are you ready? Let’s get into it!

What is BB Cream?

Let’s start with the basics of each product. First, what is a BB Cream? BB in BB Cream commonly stands for “blemish balm”, although it has a few more meanings floating around on the internet. To put it simply, BB Cream is basically a foundation that has added benefits for your skin. When it comes to the benefits, they typically vary from product to product, but they almost always have some kind of SPF protection in them. BB Creams typically also have a lighter coverage, meaning they tend to look more natural on your skin than a full coverage foundation. Additionally, BB Creams can be formulated for different skin types ranging from dry to normal to oily.

Now that I covered some of the basics, one of the questions that I want to hit on is the difference between a tinted moisturizer and a BB Cream since they sound super similar at their core. The difference is super simple: tinted moisturizer doesn’t tend to have all of the yummy benefits for your skin as a BB Cream would. Although both of them are super similar in terms of being lightweight with a lighter coverage to them, I feel as though a BB Cream edges out a tinted moisturizer simply because of the benefits that your skin can get from them.

Given everything that has been going on lately in the world around us, I’ve found myself veering away from typical foundations and reaching for BB Creams. I really like how they provide some coverage yet still look super-natural, are easy to apply, provide skincare benefits while wearing them (along with SPF), and since they’re lighter coverage, I’ve found that they work perfectly when wearing masks since they don’t really come off. After we talk about the world of CC Creams, I’ll share with you the BB Cream that I’ve been totally obsessed with and I haven’t been able to put down lately!

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Sunscreen Guide | Why is it Important to Wear Sunscreen?

Every time you ask someone, “What products do you use for everyday makeup?” or “What makeup do you bring with you anywhere you go?” 9 out of 10 people always leave the most essential makeup product out of their daily routine. If you haven’t guessed already, I’m here to remind you of that one essential skincare product that should never be overlooked—sunscreen! Yes, that’s right, the magical elixir that protects your skin from the sun’s harmful rays while keeping you looking fabulous and radiant. Today, we’re diving deep into the world of sunscreen, exploring… everything! Grab a daiquiri, or a Capri-Sun if you’re on mom duty, and let’s learn all things sunscreen with our sunscreen guide!

So… why is it important to wear sunscreen? Sunscreen plays a crucial role in maintaining not only your skin’s appearance but also its overall health. It’s easy to get caught up in the latest serums, moisturizers, and trendy skincare ingredients, but sunscreen remains the ultimate skin savior. It protects you from premature aging, hyperpigmentation, and, most importantly, reduces your risk of skin cancer. In this sunscreen guide, we’ll be covering everything you need to know about sunscreen to ensure you make the right choices for your skin type and lifestyle.

Our deep dive into the world of sunscreen will include a look at how sunscreen works, the difference between UVA and UVB rays, and finally understanding the meaning of SPF; it took me a while to actually know what it meant, so if you don’t, you’re not alone! We’ll also take a look at a few sunscreen options available on the market, focusing on the benefits and drawbacks of physical and chemical sunscreens, as well as recommendations for various skin types and concerns.

So, whether you’re a sunscreen novice, like I was, or a sun-protection aficionado, this sunscreen guide has got you covered… (pun intended!). Let’s get ready to soak up all the knowledge we need to keep our skin looking fabulous while staying protected under the sun. And as always, I encourage you to share your thoughts, experiences, and favorite sunscreens in the comments section below. Let’s keep the conversation going and help each other make informed choices for our skin’s well-being.

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Makeup Quiz | My Personalized Makeup Guides

The day is finally here and I can’t possibly be more excited! I started this blog as a way for me to talk about one of my favorite things in the world: all things beauty. As you can hopefully tell by now, I love beauty so much and it is intertwined in almost everything I do. I love makeup because of how creative it makes me, how confident it makes me feel, and it’s just so much fun to play around with it and try new products.

One day, we were brainstorming about what we can do to make this blog different. I knew that although I can write about makeup and all things beauty until my fingers fall off, I wanted to also do something different with this blog and to really interact with our followers and viewers.

After searching my mind for ideas, I finally thought of exactly what this blog needed. Personalized Makeup Guides! In this post, I’ll share with you guys exactly what I created and I’ll also explain how to get access to them too.

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TJ Maxx | Home of the High-End Makeup at Budget Prices!

I’m sure you’ve all heard amazing stories about TJ Maxx and the luxury makeup gems that can be found there. If you’re anything like me, every time you head to the TJ Maxx makeup aisle, you expect greatness but end up with nothing compared to what you’ve seen online.

If you experience those small disappointments, don’t worry, you’re not alone! For years, each time that I’m at TJ Maxx, I immediately head for the makeup aisle and I find absolutely nothing exciting whatsoever. However, about a month ago, I was shopping around at a TJ Maxx and I felt like I struck actual gold! I’ll share with you guys exactly what I got, the price that I got it for, and hopefully, this will inspire you to head to TJ Maxx and find some high-end gems all at a fraction of their original price! I’m so amazed that I found these products and I’m so excited to share them all with you.

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Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara

One thing about me is that I’m a huge mascara junkie. I can seriously never have enough and although I already have a bunch of mascaras, I constantly want to try out more and more. I’m always on the hunt for a mascara that’s better than the next, and, one to add to my collection of all-time favorites.

If you’re a fan of watching YouTube beauty gurus, then chances are you’ve heard about the Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions mascara. Pretty much everyone under the sun was raving about this mascara and how it has become their holy grail product. Although I was intrigued because like I mentioned, I’m absolutely obsessed with mascara, I didn’t really want to pick it up since it was only sold online and I couldn’t get a chance to see what the wand really looked like in person and if it was going to work for me.

Call me crazy, but I tend to veer away from brands that are sold almost exclusively online because I’m a huge fan of seeing the products up close, the packaging, and everything in between before I make the decision to purchase it.

Fast forward to the Holiday Season that just ended. I got the Thrive Cosmetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara as a gift and I was so excited to finally see what the hype was all about. Now that I’ve been using this mascara almost daily for about 2 weeks, I feel like my thoughts on this product are totally formed and I’m ready to share them all with you!

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