Skin Care Favorites: {2014}

~ i mentioned in my 2014 beauty favorites post that i had upped my skin care game this year. i've definitely noticed changes in my skin and while i've been fortunate to have very little change, i have no doubt that one day i'll wake up and see some things i don't really want to see. proactive is the name of the game. i've been making sure to step out of my usual comfort zone and brands and try some newer products. that's worked out really well for me thus far and i've been very happy with what i've added to my skin care routine. being a beauty blogger and editor, i make sure to do a bit of research and test all the products before purchasing and i encourage that you do that also. the last thing you want is to buy something that doesn't work for you. also, read the packaging. when i first tried the glam glow, it began to tingle and i was worried my skin was reacting to it. it wasn't until i read the packaging and it said: tingling and exfoliating mud mask. even beauty editors have not so bright moments. anyhoo, the following are some of the newer products i tried out this year and have added to my every day. i broke it down for morning/evening and specialty. there are other products i use also but these are the newest and freshest. i look forward to upping my skin care game even more in 2015. sheet masks. going to buy some more sheet masks ~

Day: 

Fresh Soy Facial Cleanser 

Eminence Stone Crop Hydrating Mist 

Josie Maran Light Argan Oil

Kiehl's Super Fluid UV Defense Sunscreen 

Evening: 

Kiehl's Avocado Eye Cream 

Tarte Fresh Eyes Make Up Remover Wipes 

Josie Maran High Infinity Intensive Creamy Oil

Specialty: 

Fresh Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask 

Glam Glow Youth Mud Tingling and Exfoliating Mud Mask 

Clarisonic Mia 2 

Jenna Hipp Essential Nail & Hand Cream

Top 10 Beauty Favorites: {2014}

~ 2014 has been quite a year, with ups and down {as to be expected} but a trail of glittery things has made for an overall pleasant year. i made too many visits to sephora {VIB Red yo!} and was fortunate to have a lot of support sent my way from various beauty lines {perks of being a makeup artist/beauty blogger/beauty editor}. i put together 10 of beauty favorites from 2014. i tried a lot of new products things year, from hair to skin and beauty. the biggest change for me was trying out bolder lip colors. that was a step and i'm glad i took it. i also developed a mild obsession with roller balls {they're so perfect-sized for all my handbags and clutches} and upped my skin care game {post coming soon}. i hope your year was full of pretty things and that 2015 is just as beautiful ~

1. NARS Laguna Bronzer
2. NARS Cruella Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
3. Benefit Fake Up in Shade 2
4. Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner in Black
5. Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Fiore
6. Essie Nail Polish in Head Mistress
7. Dolce by Dolce & Gabbana Roller Ball
8. NARSissist Eyeshadow Palette
9. Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Palette
10. Benefit Gimme Brow in Medium/Deep

xoxo

Oz

Holiday Gift Guide {For Her}: Last Minute Gifts

~ Christmas is coming!! if you are like me, you've likely finished all your holiday shopping. thank goodness for online shopping and free shipping! however, like many, work and life can get in the way and all of of a sudden it's Christmas eve and you've got to scramble looking for gifts. we've put together a few holiday gifts for the lovely ladies in your life and the best part is, you can find them all online with quick shipping! ~

 ** also, being a huge fan of pitch perfect, there's a reference in here. if you get it, bravo! you're my kinda person **

1. for the glam girl: these gorgeous Olive and Piper tassel earrings are so lovely and a perfect accessory to any holiday look
2. for any girl who loves to entertain: vintage gold rimmed champagne glasses from Chapters Indigo are perfect and so classy
3. show me a girl who doesn't love sephora: a fresh lip set is not only super pretty but also practical for the wear and tear of winter on our pouts
4. a classy girl needs a classy watch: a classic sheffield lady watch from Daniel Wellington would make any girl smile on Christmas
5. the girl who loves mani's: will no doubt own some Essie nail polishes. why not treat her to a few of the new collections?
 6. some hostesses are purists at heart: a gorgeous pen for the thank you notes she will no doubt send is a beautiful way to say thank you