Really Rosey RM

For this post, I went to my vanity to check and see how many rose products I currently own. I counted 12 items before I stopped in shame! I love the scent of roses and so I gravitate towards any product that boasts a rose ingredient. I finally ordered the Aerin candle and it is amazing (also makes a great gift). The REN body wash was recommended to me by favorite Youtuber, Gothamista and I am already on my second bottle. I have been using the Diptyque Eau Rose this summer and I am loving it's subtle scent. Here are some more of my favorites for face, body, lips and more:

Heimish Bulgarian Rose Water Eye Patch $18.50

Pixi Rose Caviar Essence $32

Fresh Rose Face Mask $25-$62

Korres Wild Rose Sauvage Face Oil $48

Pixi Rose Glow Mist $15

Diptyque Eau Rose Eau de Toilette $130

Ren Moroccan Rose Shower Wash $24

Aerin Tuberose Le Soir Candle $80

L'Occitane Roses et Reines Hand Cream $12

Smith's Rosebud Salve Lip Balm $6.75

Luscious Lips

Everything for lips in one post: balm, gloss, treatment, oils, lip/cheek, and lipstick. Hurraw is one of my favorite lip balms because it is organic, vegan, cruelty-free and comes in so many flavors. This black cherry has a subtle rosy color too. Hurraw Premium Lip Balm, $13 (pack of two- trust me, you will want more than one). Clarins makes a great multi-use product called Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil $30. It comes in a seven shades, but I like the mint one because it doubles as a lip plumper. The candy and tangerine colors adjust to your pH level for a unique shade. My #1 lip gloss choice was a surprise to me. Rhianna's new makeup line, Fenty, has huge range of colors and products, but this lip gloss comes in only one shade and it's universally flattering (right Maggie and Jenn?). I take it everywhere and use it for day or evening. It smells great, looks natural, and you will love it too: Fenty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer $18. For lip/cheek 2-in-1, I love this Tata Harper Volumizing Lip and Cheek Tint $39. It's a flattering berry color called Very Popular. I usually tend to stay away from lipsticks because I do not have very big lips (thanks Dad), but, this Nars Sheer Lipstick $32 in Dolce Vita works in this nude shade. Before I go to be each night I like to use this lip treatment for its anti-aging purposes. VENeffect $85 is a plant-based hydrating cream that targets vertical lip lines while it smooths and plumps- yes, please!      Kisses, Liz 💋

Retro Readers

In honor of "Back to School" I am featuring retro style reading glasses! Last year I began to wear my cheater glasses all the time, so I decided to upgrade from the ones I got at the pharmacy. These all come in standard magnification strengths, and sometimes two size options. Nordstrom has a great selection to choose from and I went a little crazy. I love how the red and blue pairs have incorporated a little tortoise detailing. The oversized one on the bottom right is actually a dark eggplant color, which I thought was a bit more whimsical than your basic black. Eyebobs makes the two frames at the top- love the funky feel of the round lenses, especially the clear ones! I have listed them all below for easy browsing, so focus! 

Eyebobs TV Party glasses in crystal $89

Eyebobs Frizz Bee glasses in blue $89

Eyebobs Waylaid glasses in amber $89

Corinne McCormack Annie glasses in brown $68

Kate Spade Jodie glasses in red $68

The Bookclub Harlot's Bed glasses in purple $40

Sensational Skin Care

   

"For anyone confused about the sudden explosion of Korean beauty products on the market now, this is the perfect place to start. Charlotte's book is a mix of memoir, how-to guide, and beauty shopping companion all in one." (Cheryl Wischhover, beauty editor at large, Fashionista.com)

In my earlier post entitled, Gothamista Guru, I spoke about Renée Chow, a YouTube vlogger who I have been following recently. As a brand researcher and product developer for over 10 years, she brings experience and enthusiasm to her Korean beauty product reviews. The industry is growing rapidly as more K-Beauty based websites emerge, such as Glow Recipe, Beauty Tap and my favorite, Soko Glam. Charlotte Cho, the founder of Soko Glam, wrote a guide to Korean beauty that I found to be just what I needed to get me started. Since the Korean beauty method involves a 7-10 step routine, it can seem overwhelming, but Charlotte breaks it down for the reader, clarifying steps and explaining the science behind the process. I highly recommend this book as a guide for anyone who is curious about Korean skincare, which emphasizes the nourishment of the skin over time. This long-term, gentle approach is what really helps skin get that lit-from-within glow. My skin has definitely improved ever since I made the switch and I feel confident that my routine is working (although I still have a lot to learn and more products to try). Now more than ever I am embracing the philosophy of all-natural ingredients that are rich in antioxidants and hydrating properties. The Little Book of Skin Care: Korean Beauty Secrets for Healthy, Glowing Skin $19.

Stylish Stitching

         

Whimsical stitching and tassels make for a fun night out or a casual day at the beach. These easy breezy dresses will look stylish throughout the end of summer and into the fall. I am loving the brand MARCH11 (and not just because it is also my daughter's birthday). Although a bit pricey, these colorful red and pink dresses will look amazing with a summer tan (and the pink one is on sale!). The white and black dresses from Mango and the navy blue maxi from Zara offer similar embroidery at lower price points. The yellow strapless version has a sweet lace trimming in addition to the overall embroidered accents. Short or long, colorful or neutral, there is one for everyone. Scoop one up before summer vacation is over!