Summer Style & Relaxation

I’ve been gone for a few days now because of my crazy new job. I am working a night shift position (from 6 pm until 3 am), so my sleeping patterns have been a bit off. I’m starting to get in the swing of things and thought I would share my first ever OOTD post with you—I’m not too keen on having my picture taken, but I figured I have to just jump in and start sometime!

Last Saturday evening I didn’t have much to do, so I spent some time with my family. We went out to eat, and it was nice having us all together after being apart while I was at college for so long. Even though it’s summer, it was a bit chilly outside, so I paired my new dress from Forever 21 with tights and my black oxfords. Black isn’t your typical color for summer, but I find that it looks classic year round. I think this ensemble was simple and sleek. I wore it once while at college, and it’s something I look forward to wearing again next fall.

Dress: Forever 21

Shoes: DSW

I kept my makeup basic since I didn’t have much time to get ready. I used a bit of concealer and powder with a swipe of eyeliner on my upper lid and mascara to finish it off.

I got home later that evening and used my bath bomb from LUSH. I did a little review of my LUSH products earlier (to read it click here), and I mentioned that I hadn’t actually tried the bath bomb yet. My bathtub isn’t very big, so I actually cut it in half and used only part of it. I love the way it seemed to fizz in my tub and it smelled sooo good. If you haven’t given one a try, I definitely recommend you do!

I’m hoping to post again soon. Thanks for dealing with my hectic schedule and random posting.

Until next time,

Maggie D. xx

My new LUSH Life

Hello loves,

Now that I am back, I would like to do a few posts about my new favorites that I discovered this spring at college. The first products that I am excited to share are from LUSH.

I had always wanted to give LUSH products a try, but there was never a store near me, and I try not to shop online if I don't have to. I’ve heard so many great reviews, and I was intrigued because they offer products that are safe for the environment and they do not use animal testing. These are both huge pluses for me. I had LUSH on my shopping list when I was at the Mall of America, but it was under renovation, so I couldn’t make a purchase. However, I stopped by the store near my University in Des Moines which I didn’t even realize existed! We had a nice little “tour” around the store and I quite obviously had to pick up a few products to try.

I have been using the Tea Tree Water toner twice a day, with a few spritzs before I go to bed and a few after I wash my face and before I put on my makeup in the morning. The spray smells so refreshing and has a cooling feeling on my skin. However, I am not sure if I’ve noticed much of a change in the way my skin looks or feels. I have naturally oily skin, but the product didn’t seem to do very much in regards to that. It is refreshing, but I’m not sure if it is a product I would purchase again. If I did decide to invest in the product in the future, I would be more likely to use it as a de-stresser spritz--it makes me feel calm and renewed.

I also picked up this Strawberry Feels Forever massage bar, and I am in love. It smells so good and leaves my skin feeling baby soft. Again, the smell is enough to make me want to continue to purchase this product--it is well worth it.

Although I haven’t actually had the chance to try this product, I have seen Zoe and other bloggers and Youtubers loving the bath bombs. I loved the design and scent, so I figured I would give the Pink Bath Bomb a try. I didn’t have a bath at my University, and I just got home last week, so I’m still transitioning and getting everything moved. It will be used soon, I promise. It smells really girly, almost reminding me of a candy shop. Maybe, if I really like it, I'll go buy some different bath bombs to try!

Having terrible blackheads, I wanted to find a product that could help me get rid of these pesky things. I was going to pick up a smaller container, and they didn’t have any available before I left to go back home, so I got a sampling of their Mask of Magnaminty. It smells great, especially if you have a liking for a minty fresh scent. I think I need to use the product a little longer to start to see real results, but there’s definitely some hope in this product. I am really considering ordering it online because it does seem to be helping my skin!

Have you ever tried any Lush products? What would you recommend I purchase the next time I visit?

Talk with you soon,

Maggie D. xx 

P.S.: I’ll be starting my ten and a half hour night shifts for my job tomorrow, so I’ll be figuring out my regular posting days soon. Thank you for understanding!