2020 was a year full of unexpected twists and turns, but it was also a year full of unexpected new favorite items! From fashion, to beauty to home decor, and all the random things in between, the team is sharing our favorite purchases of 2020. We’ve got a few favorites that made our wallets a…
Skincare
Holiday Gifts for the Beauty Lover
Disclosure: Thank you to HSN and ShopStyle for sponsoring today’s post. I’ve got some breaking news for you friends – there are only 10 Fridays left until Christmas. Which means only 9 weekends to shop. And something tells me a lot of us are going to be doing most of our holiday shopping online this…
At Home Self Care Essentials
With so much uncertainty going on in the world today, it’s completely normal [and expected] to feel a bit unsettled. Here at LIY, we’re encouraging you to take a bit of time for Y-O-U to recharge and re-energize when you find a moment for yourself [we get it, it’s easier said than done]. Keep in…
FOUND: The Best Under Eye Concealer for Your Skin Type // 7 Brands Tested & Reviewed
They say the eyes are the window to the soul, but let’s face it. If you’re looking into my soul, the only thing you’re going to see is exhaustion. We all know life can wear us out and the majority of the time, the proof lives under our eyes. In attempt [keyword: attempt] to hide…
New Year, New Skincare Routine: Items I’m Trying
Disclosure: Thank you to Sephora and ShopStyle for sponsoring today’s blog post. All products were selected, purchased and reviewed honestly by yours truly. If there’s one thing I stepped up my game in last year, it was my skincare routine. Yes, the girl who used the same products since she doused herself in way too…
Keeping My Skin Young, No Doctor Required.
Disclosure: Thank you to dr. brandt® skincare and ShopStyle for sponsoring today’s post. If there is one thing I am learning with every year that passes, it is that my skin is not getting any younger. Wrinkles seem to be appearing in places that I swear no wrinkle resided before, my eyes have a way…
Jade Roller: Tested & Reviewed
By now, you’ve probably heard about the magical benefits of this little green instrument. If you haven’t, buckle up. Jade Rollers claim to improve blood flow, increases collagen production and skin elasticity [AKA prevent wrinkles], decrease puffiness, and a whole lot of goodness. Like I said, magic. But does this trendy tool actually work? We…
Current Beauty Favorites
Disclosure: Thank you to Macy’s and ShopStyle for sponsoring today’s post. All products were selected, purchased and styled by yours truly! Sometimes I find myself in the beauty department of a store perusing the aisles, wondering what the heck so many of the things are! Like hi, what’s the difference in BB Cream and CC…
FOUND: The Best Makeup Primer by Skin Type // 6 Brands Tested & Compared
Prime Time Makeup primers are a relatively new addition to my makeup bag. I’ve heard of their magical powers, but hadn’t fully explored their world yet. And to be completely honest, I had been a bit skeptical. What are they? Do they really work? Which brand is the best? Here’s where the LIY team comes…
Beauty Must-Haves from Sephora Beauty Insider Spring Bonus Event!
Disclosure: Thank you Sephora and ShopStyle for sponsoring today’s post. All products were selected, purchased and loved by me! I’m a tried and true type of gal. I find something I like, and I stick with it forever and ever and ever. Which makes sense to me in the beauty department, right? Like why quit…