My Spiced Life: Beauty + Lifestyle Blog

Wedding: Are bridal shows worth it?

This is a good question that plagues every bride:

Are wedding shows worth it?

I feel like a wedding show veteran right now. I've been engaged for over a year and I have attended four shows. Overall- they're worth it.

Walmart Back to School challenge: Skincare

When I was going to school skin care was #1 on my list.

Yes...it came before my school supplies and outfits.

I was blessed to go through elementary school - college with perfect skin.

I think it came down to having the right essentials.

The best place to get all your skincare/beauty needs is Walmart!
I love Walmart because it's a one stop shop. Literally everything is under one roof!

I was given the opportunity to visit my local Walmart and shop in-store to complete a

Back to School challenge.

It was fun going through the aisles and looking at all the makeup/skin care stations.

I picked three products that will make your skin ready to battle the up-coming semester!

Simple® Foaming Cleanser
Essential for sensitive skin
Roll back $6.77
Was $7.97
Olay Fresh Effects Va-Va-Vivid Powered Contour Cleansing System
Gentle on skin
$14.96
Simple® Protecting Light Moisturizer spf 15
Perfect for sensitive skin
$10.97

Total with tax= $36.95

Wet your skin and apply Simple's foaming cleanser into wet skin with your finger tips.

To get out all of the dirt and impurities use Olay Fresh Effects's Va-Va-Vivid powered contour cleansing brush. Use it on your face in a gentle circular motion.

Lastly, use Simple's Protecting Light Moisturizer with SPF 15 to protect your skin from

UVA and UVB rays.

Have you tried these products before?

COVERGIRL Ready Set Gorgeous Liquid Foundation

Here is another foundation to add to your list for women of colour.

We all know how hard it is to find a foundation that is not to "red" or not "too muddy". I found one which can be found in your local drugstore. I should let you guys know that this is not a review. I just wanted to put this out there for any looking for something affordable to try.

If you're looking for a medium coverage to full coverage foundation that is oil-free

try Covergirl's Ready Set Gorgeous ($7.99 CAN)!

This liquid foundation's oil-free formula provides medium coverage to even skin tone and cover imperfections. The result is a flawless, natural look that lasts all day.

Apparently this foundation has a built-in powder system to fight shine and sweat.

For me 315 was too light and 320 was too dark so I mixed

them both to get a custom colour.

Have you seen COVERGIRL Ready Set Gorgeous Liquid Foundation in stores yet?

Check out: I love...

I've been a long time fan of I love... products since 2011. If you search the blog you can check out some of my past posts.

I've always enjoyed their various scent options and combos. They are unique & fun!

I love... is:

Perfect for sensitive skin
Made with natural extracts
Moisturizing

We all know that you can purchase the line at their exclusive Canadian retailer Shoppers Drug Mart and you can also check out the line on Farleyco's website.

Raspberry & Blackberry

Strawberries & Cream

Have you tried any I Love products before?

New: EOS- Visibly Soft lip balm spheres

Here is something that must be in your bag for back to school this September.

EOS- Visibly Soft lip balm spheres ($3.99 CAN)

These super cute lip balm spheres are not only obsessive because

they are moisturizing but they smell so good!

Coconut Milk & Vanilla Mint

Contains:

Hyaluronic acid- It's a naturally-occurring compound which improves the texture of lips.
Vitamin C- For hydratation.
Plus shea butter and vitamin E.

I should also add that they are also Petrolatum-free, paraben-free, gluten-free

Available:
•  Shopper’s Drug Mart
•  Loblaw’s
•  Walmart
•  Target

Mary Kay True Dimensions Lipstick in Citrus Flirt

I'm trying so hard to enjoy this "Summer"!

Can you believe that I have never owned an orange lipstick?

I've always been scared of them because of my skin tone.

But guess what?!?!

I found one: Mary Kay® True Dimensions™($19.00 CAN) Lipstick in Citrus Flirt

These flirty, feminine shades beg to be adored while showing off your charming side. Dangerously smooth and delightfully tempting, this lip-loving lipstick provides colour-infused luxury for your lips.

These are my favourite buttery lipsticks!

Check out another one of my favourite from the line: Mary Kay True Dimensions Lipsticks