Halloween weekend is in just a few days so here's an easy beginner-friendly last-minute Halloween costume idea that requires no costume at all, just makeup!
Watch my step-by-step tutorial to see how to recreate this eye look from start to finish.
NYX Cosmetics Lip Pencil in Peekaboo Neutral • Available here
Urban Decay Vice Plumping Shine Balm in Name Drop • Available here
I hope you liked this Halloween makeup look and enjoyed watching the tutorial on how to create it.
Thank you for taking some time out of your day to visit my blog and watch my video. I appreciate you more than you'll ever know. Until next time friends, take care!
As I was looking back on past beauty posts I've written here on the blog, I realized that I've never done a skincare routine- which I found shocking! So today I'm sharing my current skincare routine.
Before I begin I'd like to give you a bit of background on my skin type and skin concerns just for reference. I have sensitive, oily, and acne-prone skin with hyperpigmentation from acne scars.
When it comes to skincare I like using gentle and simple products that use quality ingredients on my skin. So the products featured in this post are just that and ones I've tried, tested, and gotten my skin's approval.
On the days that I'm wearing makeup, I will use this Derma E Universal Cleansing Balm first to remove my makeup. This product is a cleansing balm that melts on contact and transforms into a lightweight cleansing milk that dissolves makeup, dirt, and excess oil build-up without overly drying the skin.
I take about a quarter-size amount of this cleansing balm and rub it onto my fingers to melt the product then massage it all over my face to melt the makeup. Then I take a reusable cotton round to wipe away the makeup. What I love about this product is that it gently and effectively removes makeup and does so without irritating my skin or causing breakouts.
After using the Universal Cleansing balm, I'll cleanse my skin with this Derma E Ultra Hydrating Alkaline Cloud Cleanser, and if I'm not wearing makeup I'll skip the previous step and start here. This foaming cleanser is deeply hydrating and gently removes makeup, impurities, and excess oil without stripping the skin of its healthy moisture.
I take about two pumps of this and massage it all over my face then rinse it off with lukewarm water. I love this cleanser because it leaves my skin feeling clean, supple, and hydrated. It doesn't leave a film on the skin nor does it make the skin feel tight.
I use this Derma E Microdermabrasion Scrub once a week right after cleansing to exfoliate. This scrub has a fine-textured crystal blend to buff away dullness and smooth the look of fine lines, wrinkles, roughness, and acne scars.
I'm always really nervous when using scrubs because most tend to irritate my skin but this one does not. The texture is so fine and non-abrasive that it's suitable for sensitive skin. After using this I experience zero irritation and my skin feels so soft and smooth. It also smells so lovely, like citrus, from the citrus oil in the formula.
After cleansing or exfoliating I moisturize with this First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration. This moisturizer is formulated with colloidal oatmeal, shea butter, and allantoin to hydrate, calm, and soothe skin.
I actually bought this for my husband because he has very dry skin, and he didn't use much of it because he could care less about skincare, so I tried it and fell in love with it. This tube is actually almost completely empty which explains all of the indentations on it from trying to squeeze the last bit of product out, haha. But what I like about this moisturizer is that it doesn't feel greasy, it absorbs onto my skin quickly, it wears well under makeup, and it's nice and hydrating.
For eye cream, I use a pea-sized amount of this CeraVe Eye Repair Cream which helps to reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness while the ceramides in the formula help to restore the skin's barrier.
I like how this feels under the eyes as it's non-irritating, hydrating, and a bit on the thicker side but it's still lightweight. This sits well under my makeup so long as I use a small amount.
Once a week I'll use this Flower Beauty Petal Pout Lip Scrub to exfoliate my lips. This lip scrub is formulated with ultra-fine sugar crystals, coconut oil, castor seed oil, and cocoa butter for a smooth kissable pout. I like this scrub because it gently exfoliates and nourishes my lips, and tastes and smells so yummy.
The final step in my skincare routine is to go in with a lip balm, my favorite is this Dr. Bronner's Pppermint Organic Lip Balm because it's ultra-hydrating and smells so good, it's almost therapeutic.
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These are all the skincare products that I use to care for my sensitive, oily, and acne-prone skin and all of which get my skin's stamp of approval.
I would love to know, have you tried any of these skincare products? If you have, let me know by leaving a comment down in the comments section of this blog post.
Thank you for taking the time to check out my blog, I appreciate you more than you'll ever know. Until next time friends, take care!
Earlier this week I posted a try-on haul over on my YouTube channel featuring all of the SHEIN X pieces that I'm sharing in this blog post, however, what I didn't share in that video was how I'd actually style each piece so that's exactly what I'm doing for you in today's post!
As a friendly reminder, you can get 15% off SHEIN by using my discount code Q3YGJESS at checkout, and as always, I will have everything linked in case you want to check anything out.
SHEIN X Manon Pradier Lapel Neck Two-Tone Blazer - I'm wearing a size large for an oversized fit. This two-tone blazer is such a statement piece so styling it can be quite simple since the blazer alone is very interesting. It does have shoulder padding yet it doesn't make the silhouette look too boxy. The pockets on this blazer are faux pockets which is a con but I do love the baggy fit and overall look of this piece.
I styled this blazer with a simple little black dress and paired it with a pair of black knee-high boots and for accessories, I went with a pair of triple hoop earrings and 90's style sunglasses.
The teddy and leather texture combination of this trench coat really caught my eye. I think it's interesting and different. The faux leather detailing is on the button-front closure that goes from top to bottom, the two pockets, collar, and sleeve cuffs. I like the relaxed fit of this coat, it's comfortable, and a nice piece for fall and winter.
SHEIN X Penelope Ping Solid Ribbed Knit Bodysuit - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. This rib-knit tank bodysuit is a very basic piece but essential nonetheless. The fabric is of nice quality, opaque, and has some stretch. The bottoms of this bodysuit are a happy medium between full coverage underwear and a thong.
I styled the teddy coat and bodysuit together with a pair of black high-rise skinny jeans, chunky black boots, and lots of gold jewelry.
SHEIN X Penelope Ping Cutout Rib Knit Crop Tee - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. This trendy rib-knit cut-out top has good quality fabric. It's soft, comfortable, stretchy, and opaque. I also really like the split sleeve detailing and chocolate brown color.
Here I styled this top with a pair of baggy black denim jeans, classic white sneakers, and minimal jewelry.
SHEIN X MAY'G Button Front Crop Jacket + Asymmetrical Skirt Set - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. This set is made of black denim fabric. The jacket has gold detail button-front closure and gold cuff buttons on the sleeves and the fit is roomy and comfortable. The skirt has an asymmetrical hemline in the front, a zipper closure on the back, and a gold button detail on the front with no functional purpose, and the fit of this skirt is also roomy and comfortable.
My styling concept for this was monochromatic so I paired this set with a black corset bodysuit and black croc-embossed knee-high boots and gold jewlery.
SHEIN X Penelope Ping Dual Patched Pocket Drop Shoulder Jacket - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. The quality of this jacket is so good, it's soft, warm, and comfortable. I like that it has pockets for functionality and I also like the button-up detail because it can give me the opportunity to wear this as a thick and warm blouse in the winter. The fit is oversized in the fact that it has a lot of extra fabric on the sides but not oversized in the sense that it's very long.
SHEIN X Penelope Ping Cropped Rib Knit Tank Top - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. This rib-knit tank top is another very basic piece but again, essential nonetheless. The fabric is nice quality, opaque, and has some stretch.
Here I styled both the jacket and tank top together with a pair of wide-leg high-rise jeans, classic white sneakers, layered gold jewelry, and gold-framed sunglasses for a casual but cool-girl look.
SHEIN X Penelope Ping Plaid Tweed Jacket - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. The style of this plaid tweed jacket is chic and elegant. This piece would be great for a professional setting. The fit is comfortable, a bit roomy, and it has a button-front closure and faux pockets.
My styling concept for this jacket was business casual so I styled the jacket with a white bodysuit, white wide-leg denim, a pair of classic nude pointed-toe pumps, a beige satchel bag, and minimal gold jewelry.
SHEIN X Ji Yeon Lee Shawl Collar Puffer Vest - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. This button-front puffer vest is a great layering piece that is a beautiful warm beige neutral color which makes it easy to style. The pockets on this vest were stitched halfway closed when I received it but I did carefully undo the threading to give me access to the pockets.
Here I styled the puffer vest over a white v-neck collared sweater, a pair of faux leather pants, and classic white sneakers for a casual yet stylish outfit.
SHEIN X Penelope Ping Raw Cut Blazer + Pant Set - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. The fabric of this set resembles linen which is a fabric suitable for the spring and summer season, however, living in Houston where it doesn't start to feel like fall until late November, I can get away with wearing this now. I digress. The blazer top has a raw hem that gives it interest and the bottoms are airy, baggy, and comfortable. The fit of both pieces is relaxed and overall it's a cute set.
I styled this set with a pair of nude strap heels, a mini bag that matched in color, and minimal gold jewelry for a minimal and monochromatic look.
SHEIN X Penelope Ping Split Sleeve Lace Up Top - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. This criss-cross lace-up top is so cute and very on-trend. I like the split sleeve detailing, the collar, and the rib-knit fabric is great. It's soft, comfortable, stretchy, and opaque.
Here I styled this top with a pair of wide-leg high-rise jeans, classic white sneakers, layered gold jewelry, and gold-frames sunglasses.
SHEIN X Sarah Fanaye Plaid Print Drop Shoulder Overcoat - I'm wearing a size medium and it fits true to size. The quality of this plaid overcoat is excellent for winter. It's thick, warm, soft, and comfortable. This coat has one singular button in the front and two side pockets and the fit is relaxed. Overall this coat is a great staple piece to wear and hold on to for a very long time since the print is classic, the color palette is neutral, and the silhouette is timeless.
My styling concept for this overcoat was street style meets casual so I paired the coat with a neutral tank top, high-rise baggy jeans, classic white sneakers, a black designer-inspired quilted handbag, and layered gold jewelry.
I hope you enjoyed seeing and reading about how I'd style each piece featured in today's post. Thank you for taking some time out of your day to visit my blog. I appreciate you more than you'll ever know.
In today's blog post and YouTube video, I'm sharing a SHEIN try-on haul featuring pieces from the SHEIN X section. If you're unfamiliar with SHEIN X, it's a collection of pieces created in collaboration with indie fashion designers to help them showcase their talent and help them earn profits.
One of my favorite things to watch on people's social media is when they unbox packages! I'm always so curious to know what they've received so today I thought I'd share an unboxing of some PR packages I've received over the last few days.
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Inside the first box were hair care products from the brand Curlsmith. This brand specializes in creating products with clean ingredients for those with curly hair. Their hair care is also cruelty-free, vegan, and packaged in recyclable packaging.
I've used a handful of products from this brand and I can honestly say that they have quality hair care that works well for curly hair.
Below are close-ups and details of each product.
Core Strength Shampoo ($25 USD) - This protein-enriched gentle cleanser melts dirt and build-up to help hair look stronger.
Hydro Style Flexi Jelly ($27 USD) - This is a medium hold styling gel that provides weightless definition and volume while minimizing scalp build-up.
Weightless Air Dry Cream ($26 USD) - This is a weightless leave-in conditioner that enhances curl texture and hydrates the hair without weighing it down.
Bonding Oil ($29 USD) - This weightless oil blend targets hair bonds to seal cuticles, add shine, and help hair look and feel smoother.
The next box had skincare products from the brand SERUMKIND. This brand creates serums designed to be a one-stop solution to target specific concerns. Their single-care formula is simple but maximizes the power of each ingredient. They are also a clean and vegan brand.
SERUMKIND is a new brand to me, I've never tried their products nor had I heard of them prior to them reaching out so I'm excited to try these out!
Chaga Charging Drop Serum ($55 USD) - These drops help to provide hydration and nourishment to the skin with its chaga mushroom extract formula.
Black Blossom Hand Serum ($27 USD) - This hand serum is formulated with black tulip powder extract, beta-glucan, and acetyl octapeptide to help fortify the barrier of the skin, soothe dry skin, and provide silky smooth and soft hands.
Chaga Charging Powder ($37 USD) - This powder provides fully rejuvenated skin with rich antioxidants, fibers, and nutrients from the 100% Siberian Chaga mushroom extract powder. The powder can be ingested by mixing it with water, sprinkling it on foods, or it can be applied topically to the skin as a wash-off mask, a facial scrub, or a facial pad.
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The last package was from one of my very favorite brands, Derma E. This brand is 100% vegan, natural, eco-ethical, cruelty-free, non-GMO, and they basically only put good stuff in their products. With each purchase made from Derma E, they donate a portion of the profits to support global communities and the environment.
Universal Cleansing Balm ($15 USD) - This cleansing balm melts on contact and transforms into lightweight cleansing milk that instantly dissolves makeup, dirt, and excess oil build-up without overly drying the skin leaving the skin supple, smooth, and ultra-hydrated.
I did use this later on in the day after receiving it as a makeup remover and it took off all my makeup with ease. I've continued to use this every time I take off my makeup and it hasn't made me break out.
Microdermabrasion Scrub ($26 USD) - This award-winning, salon treatment alternative helps to buff the skin diminishing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scars.
I have used this since receiving it and it's very gentle on my sensitive skin and it left it so soft and smooth, and I experienced zero irritation or breakouts.
Radiant Glow Face Oil ($18 USD) - This signature facial oil is in collaboration with SunKissAlba and it's formulated with skin-loving antioxidants to help nourish and deeply moisturize the skin.
Sun Protection Mineral Powder SPF 30 ($18 USD) - This translucent mineral powder was created in collaboration with Ash Deleon and can be worn on its own or over makeup. It's easy to carry and reapply throughout the day for all-day sun protection.
Beauty Sponge ($5 USD) - This multi-tasking beauty sponge can be used for skincare and makeup application.
Reusable Cotton Rounds - These cotton rounds are reusable, ultra-soft, and an eco-friendly alternative to single-use, disposable cotton pads. They're compostable too!
That was all the mail I received and I am so thankful to the brands that were kind enough to send me these packages with products to try.
I'm now going to end this post with a question, have you tried any products from any of the brands featured in today's post? Let me know down in the comments section below.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog, I appreciate you so much! Until next time friends, take care.
