I have gone through stages with my skin, it goes from really oily to combination to dry in the winter. Skin is tricky because what works for one person may not work for another person. I have tried quite a few different products, in different combinations, but with so many variables, diet, exercise, weather, etc., it is hard to to formulate the best routine. My number one tip for anyone else that struggles with their skin, is to try products for yourself and see what works for you. When trying a new product see if you can purchase sample sizes or read reviews. There is nothing worse then being stuck…

Matte lipstick was a confusing beauty trend for me, do I have Kylie Jenner lips or do my lips just look chapped. When I finally gave in, I couldn’t see myself going back to my regular go-to gloss. I put together a list of the brands and shades that I like to use, to get the matte look.   ColourPop Ultra Matte Lip in Clueless I ordered two colours originally, Shimmy and Clueless, but Clueless is by far my favourite. Quite a few blogs mention that the Kylie Jenner Lip Kit formula is similar to ColourPop’s formula, however ColourPop is very affordable.  NYX Lingerie in Lace Detail This one is perfect…

  Socially Responsible Products from the Drugstore by jaemiesures on Polyvore   As a communication student, we were constantly reminded by our professors to be conscious consumers. They stressed the importance of being a discerning consumer, and researching the companies that we purchase from. Although this is a very time consuming process, after a while I started to develop favorites and found easier ways to decipher from the green-washing products and the real thing. There are a few brands that I highly recommend and enjoy.  NYX Cosmetics I love this brand for cosmetics. The products are very affordable and trendy. All their products are 100% cruelty free (not tested on animals).    Method Another Drugstore gem, Method…

  Winter Beauty Basics by jaemiesures featuring TheBalm Today is the first day that I actually felt like I needed to wear my winter jacket. It dawned on me that it is officially winter. My beauty regime has to shift in order to accommodate the changing weather conditions. There are a few items that I can’t live without.  Although I do have a naturally darker completion, I still like having a little more colour throughout the winter months. This 3-in-1 is perfect, because it gives you instant colour, it moisturizes and it is easy to apply. I had tried a lot of different sunless tanners at different price points and this is…