Just Peachy

Hi Dolls!

 

Hope you all have had a great week so far. I am sorry I have not posted in a while. Life has been crazy busy!

This post is a bunch of firsts for me.

My first mini photo shoot. My first time posting pictures of myself on the blog. And my first time blogging about what I myself am wearing.

Kind of exciting! :)

 

I can't lie, I am not much of one to have a serious face on ever.

If you know me, I am either smiling or laughing out loud, usually at myself! And I have never been a huge fan of my photo taken either. Though I have to say when it was all said and done, it was a riot taking these photos. 

My girlie friend Dawn shot these beautiful pictures and I was lucky enough to have some great girlfriends there cheering me on, making me laugh my butt off! So I may just have to add a blooper in just for kicks.

I chose to share this look with you all because it's fun, relaxed and a flirty girl next door look. Pair this look with beautiful beach waves and natural makeup with medium deep contouring and you have yourselves this look.

 

This set of jeans truly is one of the comfiest pairs I have ever owned. They work  great with your curves, but remain stretchy and comfy at the same time. They are a fabulous dark wash that have an amazing slimming affect on the legs and make your "toosh" look amazing.

Another plus is they go with just about everything.

 

I am loving this peach sweater. It is so effortless with a beautiful hint of sparkle. Peach may just be one of my favorite colors. Blondes, brunettes and red heads can all pull this color off and look fabulous.

 

Shoes shoes shoes! I just can never get enough of them! Ask my husband, they take over our entire home and garage.  

This nude pair of wedges walked into my life this spring and have walked many miles with me. They go great with a boot cut jean, flare, skinny and boyfriend fit. Not to mention, the best part is they were less than 20$ and you can wear them for hours.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jeans// Stella Express Stretch (similar here )

Sweater//Forever 21 (similar here and here )

Wedges//Burlington Coat Factory (similar here )

Watch//Michael Kors (similar here )

Bangles//Forever 21 (similar here )

Handbag//Balenciaga (similar here )

 

 

 I had to add that last photo because I love to laugh! And I did a lot of it during this shoot :) I cannot wait to do more. I have been doing lots of fall shopping so there will be plenty to come.

 I hope you enjoyed this post. Let me know if you guys would like me to put a certain outfit together for a future post; date night, girls night out, rocker chic, beach day or whatever comes to mind. Thanks for following.

Have yourselves a great rest of your week!

 

~Hugs~

 

<3Ash

 

 

 

COLOR Me Pretty

Hi Dolls :)

Thinking about changing up your strands for Fall 2013? It’s just hair. What do you have to lose?!

Take the plunge with me and keep on reading :)

Dimension is key for this seasons color trends. It’s about enhancing your natural tones by kicking it up a couple notches.

My beachy buttery blondes be sure to ask for blended sunny highlights with deep golden low-lights. Jen, Cameron, Blake, Kate and Rachel are all beautiful examples. Long, medium or short you can

still be a blonde bombshell with lovely golden hues. 

 

For hair like honey, ask for a shadowing affect at your root which will make you a deeper blonde. It is super seductive and sultry with a deeper root cascading to a honey golden blonde. Just take a look at these babes below.
Flawless and fabulous!

Strawberry Goldilocks be sure and go for a richer golden red hue this season. It will give you a seductive and sultry look.
 I am so jelly of red heads. How can you not drool over Emma, Amy and Isla's gorgeous red locks, right?!
Red to me just rings sexy! It makes me want to take the plunge from blonde to red this season :)
 

 

Golden sunny brown gals be sure and aim for subtle honey and caramel laced highlights.

From Maria and JLO to Jessica and Kate, these girls are style icons.

They are always changing up their brunette locks and always keeping it fresh.

 

  

 

If your locks are chocolate brown, go for fine streaks of gold and copper enhanced highlights with face framing layers. Or kick it up a notch and ask for these golden tones towards the ends for an ombre look to give a fresh twist on your brunette bombshell locks.
 I myself can not stop admiring the gorgeous gold tones in Minka and Khloe's hair.
 If you have gorgeous long cascading locks, you must try the ombre look this Fall.

 

 

 

My rich deep browns, go daring for a deep dark all-over hue.
If you are one with that fabulous olive skin tone that everyone wishes they had, you must kick it up a notch and go DARK!
The Kardashian sisters are great examples of this gorgeous hue.
 

  

 

All of these looks I have mentioned add warmth and richness for a flawless head of locks.
Still unsure what is the right look for you? Take a picture of yourself and email me at profoundlyash@gmail.com
Or go have a consultation with an experienced stylist that's recommended in your area.
I love that color alone can give hair an amazing dramatic change.
So do blondes or brunettes have more fun?!
Take the plunge this season and do something fun and different!
Life is just too darn short :)
Have yourselves a great rest of your week.
~Hugs~

<3Ash

Statement Sweatshirts

Hi Dolls :)

 Welcome back to the work week. Hope you all had a fun weekend! Four more days and we have ourselves another ;)

Fall attire is in full swing. Is anyone overwhelmed yet with Fall fashion? Remember that shopping should always be fun and never a chore.

I wanted to share an easy, fun and flirty piece to add to your wardrobe this Fall that will not break the bank.

 

Statement sweatshirts are absolutely fabulous for this Fall.

Don’t get me wrong, I love getting dressed up and making a statement. But sometimes I just want to be comfy, but still look great. And yes, when most of you think of a sweatshirt, you are probably thinking of a lazy day on the couch or pregame tailgating.
Not anymore!

 

 

1. Delias

2. Forever 21

3. Forever 21

4. Forever 21

5. JCPenny

That’s what’s so fun about these stunning sweatshirt pieces. They are comfy and versatile. You can dress them up or down. Pair them with a great leather legging or a great pair of boyfriend jeans. Pop on a ballet flat or dress it up with a pointy toe pump.

There are lovely details in each one of these pieces. From animal print to lace, to sparkle and bedazzle, who can complain?!

Take for example the animal print piece from Forever 21. If I were to dress this piece up, I would pair it with a great distressed black skinny jean, a red lip, black studded pumps, diamond studded earrings, a fabulous clutch and a great fedora hat. Still comfy, but looking fabulous.

Well then how do you simply dress this piece down? I would pair the same animal print sweatshirt with a great denim boyfriend jean or even a flare leg jean. Add a red ballet flat and your favorite black and silver bangles to achieve a comfy, yet stylish look.

Hope you all have an amazing week. Let me know if you have any questions or would like me to create and outfit for you out of one of these pieces.

Hugs
<3Ash

 

Falling into Fall

Hi Doll's :)

 

Happy weekend to you all!

Can you believe Fall is just around the corner?! I tell ya, this summer is going by so so fast. I still have summer clothes with tags on them ;)

Every store I run in lately, I cannot keep my hands off from buying the Fall season styles. No complaints here, it is my favorite season.

I love everything about Fall from style, beauty, tailgating, bonfires, weather, apple cider, rooting the Spartys on in football- I could go on forever.
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I am loving the look of all the modern bohemian styles coming this fall.

Everything from fringe, to feminine flowy dresses and great booties, to floppy hats and statement headbands.

We see bits and pieces of the hippie spirit shining through this fun trend.

 It is effortlessly chic, comfy, stylish and simple.

Here is a super fun and flirty look that I put together for you all.
A great look to wear to a fun concert, out on the town grabbing cocktails and dinner, shopping with your gal pals or a date night with your someone special. 

 

 

 

 

Dress: Billabong

Fringe Hobo Bag: Purse Boutique

Headband: Grace and Lace Co
Floppy Hat: 6pm
Bootie (great bargain): Mossimo
Necklace: Forever 21
Bangle: Windsor
Ring: Forever 21


I gave you the option to pair this flowly dress with either a turban headband or a floppy hat. Either look is great with this dress. You could also go with the turban headband and pair it with a great pair of cowboy boots.
This look and these boots make me want to go to Nashville Ya'll!!

Hope you all have an amazing memorable weekend :)
Hugs!

<3Ash




 

 

 

July Faves

 

Hi Doll's!

Hope you all have enjoyed every bit of your summer this year.

I know I am not ready for summer to end quite yet. I wanted to give you all a rundown on my favorite products that I purchased this July.

 I am loving each one of these products and can't wait to share them with you!

 

 

 

 

Australian Gold 15SPF Bronzer Spray

I have to thank my mama Sharona for finding this amazing buy. 
It is my go-to SPF essential in my beach bag this year. 
This stuff has amazing coverage, smells deliciously beachy and gives your body an amazing sun-kissed glow.
Better yet, your skin stays smooth and protected with no stickiness to worry about.
At the end of the day, your skin is beautifully bronzed.

Click here for purchase.

 

 

Beauty Blender

I am still bananas for my beauty blender! Makes my foundation application easy and my face looks airbrushed. Please refer here to see my full post.

 

MAC Skinfinish in Gold Deposit

This is a beautiful bronzing highlighter. I use it to define my face where the light hits. It has been a staple in my makeup kit for years now.

I replenished it this July because it never disappoints.

The pigments in this skinfinish are out of this world.

It is a great product to build with depending on the look you are going for.

It adds such a healthy, shimmery glow that makes you feel and look like a bronzed goddess.

Click here for purchase.

 

 

 

 

MAC Pink Nouveau

Who doesn't love a great pink lipstick?! One of my TOP 5 lipsticks of all time.
I found this beauty in July and cannot stop wearing it. It's a beautiful Barbie, bubblegum pink. 
This lipstick has cool toned pigments and great staying power.
It goes on satiny smooth and compliments any set of lips with the right attitude :)
If you are looking for a dupe at the drugstore that is a close second, try Revlon's "Stormy Pink."
Click here for purchase.

 

MAC Creme Cup

 I have been looking for the perfect nude pink lipstick ever since the 7th grade and I finally found it 15 years later.

 This lipstick is an amazing baby pink that goes great with a natural daytime look or a night time smokey eye. It gives your lip a beautiful shine while moisturizing all day.

I feel this truly would go great with any and all skin tones. It has great color pigments and I find it lasts nicely.

For a close second and my favorite dupe to this product, try Wet 'n' Wild- Think Pink.

Click here for purchase.

 

 

NYX Lip Liner in PINKY and NUDE PINK
NYX slim lip pencils are a must in my makeup kit. I found these liners at Ulta for $3.49 each. At buy 1 get 1 for 50% off, I had to buy a few to try out.
These liners are fabulous!
They glide on smoothly and effortlessly.
Easily blendable, providing great long-lasting wear for all day kissable peckers.
Another great plus to the NYX liner brand is that it doesn't bleed.
I have found that pairing NYX Pinky liner with MAC's Pink Nouveau and NYX Nude Pink liner with MAC's Cream Cup, make for a beautiful set of lips.
Test out your favorite colors at Ulta.
AND don't forget your coupon :)

 

Revlon Fearless Nail Polish
I refer to this nail polish as the perfect coraly poppy shade of summer.
This polish packs a fun and flirty punch of summer on any mani or pedi. 
A great drugstore buy with great lasting ability. Touch up with a clear coat every 5 days.

 

 

Hair Donut

My go-to hair style this summer is the definitely the hair donut, in other words "The Sock Bun."

A great way to fake an expensive looking hairdo. 
Affordable here.

Please click here to see my full post and more of my summer faves.

 

 

Revlon 24HR ColorStay Whipped Foundation
My amazing silk foundation summer find. All thanks to my girl Jaclyn Hill’s YouTube video. 
This medium coverage, satin foundation truly has ALL DAY staying power.
Affordable at any drugstore.
Click here to see my full post.

 

 

Pantene Pro-V Heat Protection Spray
Protects your hair from heat damage and adds amazing shine to your locks.
 It's VERY important to apply a heat protectant on your hair before drying and styling.
Too much heat and styling can break and damage your hair.
This spray gives my hair an amazing soft and shiny finish without a greasy look or feel.
AND it's affordable at any drugstore!

 

I hope you all thoroughly gained some great new products from this post. I love love love trying out new products for my viewers and raving about the ones I love.
What products have you all found this summer that are now staples on your counters or in your makeup kits? Please let me know! I would love to try them :)
Any requests for my upcoming post?
I am pondering the possibility of rockstar denim, must have fall/winter boots, or home remedies. Let me know what you would all rather have me post about :)

<3Ash




 



Smudge Proof Eyes and Bat-Worthy Lashes

Hi Lovely's!
HAPPY TUESDAY :)

 

What girl doesn't love playing up her eyes, right?! Well, it sure is no fun when your flawless face you beautified turns into a hot mess hours later. I cannot stress enough the importance of an eye primer. This was truly one of the most genius products ever made because I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT it. No matter if you are oily or dry, an eye primer should be a must in your daily makeup routine. Without it, your liner, shadows and mascara can end up looking like a smudged up mess.

Eye primers are designed to make your eye makeup stay put all day long.

 

Here is my step-by-step routine.
 

1. After cleansing my face, I apply my facial moisturizer to my entire face.

2. I then apply my eye serum to my lids and under eye area. 

3. I allow my face to soak up all this goodness while I go blow dry my hair.

4. I then reach for my foundation to apply to my entire lid and under eye.

5. I then apply my primer to my entire lid.

6. Apply any shadow, liner and mascara.

7. Finish by cleaning your under eye area with a Q-tip, apply concealer, and set it with powder.

 

BOOM you have perfection :)

 

Three of my favorite eye primers at the moment are listed below.

 

1. MAC Paint Pots

Definitely one of my favs. These little pots come in 16 glorious shades. The texture is silky smooth when applied to the eyelid keeping your shadow and liner in place all day. And boy does it! No streaks, bleeding or creasing. Definitely a winner in my book and has been a staple in my kit for a few years now. What's great about this product is that it doesn't need replacing more than once a year because a little goes a long way. Another plus is that this product can be used alone or with eyeshadow.

Buy at any MAC Cosmetics counter in Macy's or large department store.

 

2. Urban Decay Primer Potion

The skies have lifted and you are transported to heaven. This is definitely a top seller if you have an oily lid. Creasing and fading no more ladies. Shadow is magnetized with this primer and stays in place all day. Eyeshadow looks brighter and bolder with this primer so less needs to be applied.

Take full advantage and test this product out at Ulta before you buy.

 

3. Milani Eyeshadow Primer

A top drugstore primer that can keep up with the best of them. This primer dries invisibly smooth and beautifies any shadow, making it last all day. Quite the bargain. You can't go wrong here.

Found at Meijer.
 

 

 

 

What's a girl to do if genetics didn't bless her with celebrity lashes and no time to apply a false set of lashes everyday?!  Deep breaths ladies. I have a few mascaras I live by and I hope will work for you too.

 

1. MAC Zoomlash

I continue to buy this amazing tube over and over again because it is the bomb diggity!

 It is my must have mascara to achieve false looking lashes without the hassle. It lengthens and thickens to give you that WOW factor. It has amazing staying power lasting all day. I cannot tell you the amount of compliments I have received over the years (before using Latisse or Careprost) on my lashes, and this is the product I have to thank for.

I only apply this only to my top lashes. It applies a bit wet and has the tendency to bleed when applied to my lower lash line no matter how great I prep my under eyes.

I will never be able to let this little friend go.

 Find this product at any MAC Cosmetics counter or maccosmetics.com

 

2. Benefit Bad Gal Lash

Size does matter! This wand and brush are as BIG and BAD as they come, giving you a blast of lashes in 1 to 2 swipes. Start at the base of your lash and work your way up. I like to layer this mascara on top of my MAC Zoomlash for the ultimate bat-worthy lash that will stop most anyone in their tracks.

Test this mascara at Ulta before buying.

 

3. Maybelline Volum' Express the Falsies

One of my favorite drugstore mascaras on the market. I have learned when it comes to mascara that drugstore brands can pack quite a punch. This mascara has a fabulous curved wand that gives you a great va va voom daytime look without getting too crazy.

Available at any drugstore.

 

4. MAC Opulash

Known for its HARDCORE brush, giving the most amazing voluminous lengthening lashes a girl can ever ask for. This brush is incredibly large, reminding me of the DiorShow brush. It is my staple for my lower lash line creating long feathery lashes. It goes on smooth separating every lash, never clumping or bleeding, lasting all day long. It does have a drier consistency so you must apply quickly to get the look you want to achieve. For a date night with the hubs or night on the town with my girlies, I apply this over my MAC Zoomlash to my top lashes for a WOWZA look.

 

 

 

 

 

I hope you all gained some product knowledge after this post :) I can't swear enough about using eye primers and face primers. They truly are worth the buy and help your makeup stay put all day.

 Let me know any requests, questions, or comments in the comment section or email me at profoundlyash@gmail.com

 

<3Ash

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hippie Chic

Hi Lovely's!
 

Hope everyone had an amazing weekend. I got to spend an amazing 4 day weekend with my hubs. Took the weekend off from boating and took a trip down to the Motor City to cheer on the Tiger's Friday with great friends. We got to enjoy some delicious food and fun bars. BIG fav was Old Miami in the heart of the "Dirty D." Saturday, good times were had with friends and family feasting on homemade delicious surf and turf thanks to Chef Eddie :) God is good! This girl is feeling blessed!

 

 I wanted to share with you all a few of my favorite buys lately. I am going banana's for fashion headbands lately. I love that anyone can totally sport this look. Long or short hair, straight or curly, it does not matter. That's what's so great about these. It definitely puts a twist on your look with a hippie chic feel. Having a bad hair day?! This is a great way to fake a GREAT hair day! Not quite sure what to wear with your statement hair piece....headbands go great with a flowy maxi dress, high-wasted shorts and crop top, sundress or a tank and boyfriend jeans. It's completely effortless, yet chic. The styles out there are endless. You name it, it's out there from simple to floral, glittered to jeweled. Here is a favorite look of mine.

Simple beach waves, a turban headband, flowy tank and distressed boyfriend jeans. Pair with a great wedge, flat, or espadrille and we have effortless perfection ladies.

 

 

Tank// Windsor

Jeans// Abercrombie and Fitch

Headband// Etsy ThreeBirdNext

 

 

Another fav of mine has to be scarfs. Scarfs will continue to be a girls BFF this fall and winter. Who can complain? It keeps us warm and can transform your whole look without too much effort. I am in love with floral prints right now. I can't get enough! Also, I am a sucker for anything animal print with a great RED lip. I also love a great scarf with stripes and abstract print.
 

Floral Scarf// Etsy Mrs. S.
Abstract Scarf// Etsy Mrs. S.
Animal Print Scarf// Etsy

 
Sheer chiffon kimono's, YES please! It's safe to say I am obsessed with this look. This piece is nothing short of amazing ladies. You must add this to your closet if you have not already. I love love love the hippie chic look of these.

 Add this sheer beauty to a great denim pair of shorts. Dress it up with a skinny jean, a floppy hat and cork wedges.

 

ALL 3 of these looks can be found at jamessociety.com


What are you loving right now and can't live without? I would love to know :)  Please let me know if you guys have a request for a future post! Thanks for following and make sure and have a great week!

<3Ash

 

 

Pucker Up

Who doesn't love love love lip gloss?! There is something about high-shine glossy lips that make a woman feel sexy, attractive and kissable. Though staying faithful to one lip gloss can be a difficult task. Being the MAC junkie that I am, I cannot get away from Dazzelglass lip glosses by MAC. They are deliciously luscious with an element of shimmer. Perfect for dressing up any lip for a night out. Baby sparks and Love Alert have been staples in my beauty box for quite some time. They bring beautiful dimension and shine to any lip color you place on your peckers. I love pairing Love Alert with MAC Russian Red for a statement Red lip. For a drugstore dupe, try Milani gloss In Vogue. My go-to lipstick to pair with Baby Sparks hands down is Creme Cup by MAC. A close second and a reasonable drugstore buy, try Milani gloss in High Status.

 

 

 

 

 

I was bound and determined to start this blog and knew it was important to start testing different brands of products for my readers. And who doesn't love a great bargain when it comes to great makeup! If I don't have to spend 20$ on lip gloss I sure as heck try not to! I stumbled upon NYX Butter Gloss at Ulta this spring and I am now a die hard fan. The texture is buttery smooth and tastes delicious. Not too sweet, just perfect. I wear this gloss together with a liner, alone or on top of my lipstick to give it a POP. These glosses are great for day looks and for kicking it up a notch for a night out. They are creamy shades with no shimmer or glitter. The texture is soft and smooth with no stickiness. Twelve different shades of this NYX gloss can be found at Ulta for 5$ a piece. Now that is a bargain ladies! Lets just say I have half of them and I want them all! They even made Oprah Magazine's 2013 beauty awards.

 

 

NYX Butter Gloss

 

 

 

 

Another Ulta find that I just recently was introduced to was Essence XXXL Shine Lip Gloss. These moisturizing glosses pack the right amount of shine without being heavy or sticky. They are creamy and apply slightly sheer with a delicate shimmer that does not overpower the lip. They are great on their own or you can layer them over any lipstick. A beautiful delicate fruity scent compliments this gloss for a flirty kissable lip. For under 3$ and 12 gorgeous shades to pick from, you have to try one!

 

 

 

Essence XXXL Shine Lip Gloss

 

 

 

What are your go-to glosses? I would love to hear! Thanks for tuning in. Anyone have a request for my next post? I want to hear any and all requests :)

 

<3 Ash

 

HAIR: My Top 5 looks for Fall

 

 Ombre

There is no one better than my favorite Khloe Kardashian who can rock a better ombre. This style is perfect for medium to long layered hair. Great for giving your roots a break from constant coloring. Khloe's deep chestnut roots fade to a beautiful medium brown. From a brunette to a blonde, most anyone can pull this look off.

 

 

 Blunt Bangs 

Nicole Richie looks killer in these blunt bangs. They are a bit thicker yet beautifully natural looking. The edges are longer than the middle and they fall long, totally skimming her eyebrows.

Ever thought of trying them yourself? Go for it! It is one of the easiest ways to change up your look without drastically cutting or coloring it.

 

Pixie

Ice blonde babe Sarah Harding can sure rock this textured short do. She is nothing short of gorgeous with effortless perfection. One of the hottest cuts for the fall. An extremely low maintenance daily routine with a quick blow dry and texturizing pomade. Try my fav Purology Texturetwist to create this look.

 

 

Shoulder Length Bob

Farne Cotton can rock a bob like no one else's business. Barely there waves create softness and volume. A beautiful side part frames her face and adds the finishing touch.

Beach Waves

Rachel Bilson is striking with these simple sexy waves. A modern twist on bed head. The girl next door look that is effortlessly chic and natural looking. This look is going no where for a long time and is great for any length of hair and face shape.

 

 

I would love to hear everyone's favorite looks that they have bookmarked for this fall. Do you plan to change it up this fall? Take a risk ladies!

 

<3Ash

Summer Beauty Staples

Oh hello summertime glow, beautiful tresses, and kissable lips. It's summertime! Whether you're headed to the beach, the boat, your favorite concert, patio cocktails with the boy, or a backyard barbecue, I have the essentials for you. There are so many things I cannot live without this summer that are absolutely “amazeballs.” I have to share with you my top 10 beauty essentials that will keep you looking stunning and fresh all summer long.

 

1. Sebastian Trucco Exotica Body Bronzer

This is my go-to bronzing lotion to give my skin that sunkissed glow. Light will hit you in all the right places and show off your sexy shoulders and arms in the best way. A little goes a long way and be sure to allow it to dry on your skin for 10 minutes before dressing. No streaks, blends beautifully, feels buttery smooth, and washes right off your hands and body without any problem.

Visit Amazon.com for purchase.

 

 

 

2. Clarisonic Mia 2

It is time to go beyond the washcloth days and get yourself a Clarisonic. I promise it will be money well spent. This has been my lifesaver device for cleansing my face over the past year. My face cannot live without it. The motion and frequency of the Clarisonic gently removes 6X more makeup than cleansing with your hands alone. It makes my skin much more receptive to treatment, lotions, and serums with twice daily use. AND it surely tames my breakouts.

Visit Nordstrom.com for purchase.

 

 

3. The Beauty Blender

My new makeup must-have. A favorite to pro makeup artists around the country. It is a makeup sponge that gives you that flawless photo finish that we all dream of. Who doesn’t want to give their skin a natural airbrush look? Even better, the application is simple. Soak your blender in tap water and squeeze it out. Tap it in a small amount of foundation and start applying it to your face in a tapping motion to distribute and blend evenly. Perfection complexion ladies!

Buy at any Marshalls or Walgreens for cheap.

 

 

4. Revlon 24 Hour Colorstay Whipped Foundation

OMG can you say obsessed! I have been a MAC foundation junkie forever, until I recently ran across this amazing silk foundation thanks to my girl Jaclyn Hill’s YouTube video. I have been using this product for 2 months now and I will now never be able to live without it. It is a medium coverage, lightweight foundation like I have never experienced before. It feels like cashmere on your skin and every single imperfection and redness disappears for an unbelievable flawless look. It truly lasts all day.

Buy at any drugstore or Ulta.

 

 

 

 

5. MAC Matte Bronze

I have been a believer in this bronzer for years now. It is a great bronzer for contouring your cheekbones as well as creating a beautiful sunkissed glow. The powder is fairly well pigmented and great for light to medium skin tones.

maccosmetics.com

 

6. Milani Baked Powder Blush 

Luminoso is a beautiful soft pink blush with peach and gold undertones. Goes on beautifully leaving you with a beautiful highlighted peachy keen cheek. Goes great with all skin tones.

Easily purchased at Meijer when it is in stock!

 

 

7. Milani Lipsticks

What’s summer without making a statement with your lips ladies?! These lipsticks sure know how to pack a sure punch! This lightweight creamy formula nourishes my lips with a WOW factor. It goes on beautifully smooth with great coverage and staying power. My three favs for the summer are Sweet Nector, Flirty Fushia, and Flamingo Pose with many more to pick from. I want to buy them ALL!

Products available at Meijer.

   

 

8. Dry Shampoo

Pretty much a lifesaver! I could truly not live without the invention of this product. I try to only wash my hair 2 days a week. So my friend dry shampoo comes in very handy. It’s important for your hairs health to allow at least a day in-between your shampoo and conditioning routine.

There are so many brands out there that I do love. Right now I would have to say that Simply Smooth Xtend between Dry Shampoo is my lifesaver at the moment that I reach for. It is a keratin-based dry shampoo that keeps my hair looking clean and refreshed in-between my shampoos. It has a fruity scent and puts a beautiful sheen on my hair. My favorite drugstore brand at the moment would have to be Got2b Rockin’ It Dry Shampoo. It refreshes and volumizes your tresses without a doubt. Both of these products apply blendably well leaving no harsh chalky residue.

 

 

 

 

 

9. The Hair Donut

Really, where have you been all my life?! This product is less than $1 and makes your hair look like you just stepped out of the salon looking like a million dollars. It is my go-to hair style for the pool, the beach, the boat, and work! Mark my words, once you start you will become hooked. You simply pull your hair up in a ponytail (low or high depending on the look you want to create) and pull the donut through the ponytail and apply a hair tie and pins for the finished product.

Purchase at Amazon.com

 

 

 

 

  

10. Hot Tools Professional 1 ¼” Curling Iron with Multi-Heat Control

Who wants beach sexy Victoria Secret model waves? We all do! This curling iron is my favorite for making beautiful waves look effortless. It heats up in less than a minute and the curl is truly beachy and sexy that lasts all day. Don’t forget to protect your tresses against heat damage from styling tools. My saving grace is the Pantene Pro-V Stylers Heat Protection Spray.

Buy at Ulta with a 20% of coupon and SAVE!

 

 

 

 

I hope you enjoyed reading my post as much as I enjoyed sharing it. Beauty is one thing I am sincerely passionate about that I love sharing with all of my readers. If I touch just one person a day, I am a happy girl! I would love to know what secrets are tucked away in your beauty cabinets that you cannot live without. Please feel free to comment or share your questions below! Enjoy the rest of your summer ;)

 

<3 Ash