Huge Sephora Sale!

Hello everyone! Hope you are all doing well. As you all probably already know, Sephora is having their Annual Sale and I just wanted to come on and share with you what I got. This is the first time that I purchased so much at once. Some of the things I got were new things I've been meaning to try and some are products that I absolutely love and took advantage of the sale to repurchase them. 

I hope you guys enjoy and hopefully you'll will find something that you would like to try out. Use code GIFTEASY at checkout. Remember that the sale ends December 12!

F.A.B (First Aid Beauty)- $64 ($148 value)

I have purchased this product year after year. I absolutely love this brand and love when they come up with this bundle during the winter months. This bundle is also perfect if you want to try their other products at a great price. Would definitely recommend.

Sephora Best Skin Ever Foundation- $25

I first heard about this foundation from a Youtuber and I said to myself, this girl raves about it, it must me good. She was not kidding. This foundation is amazing. It's light-weight and you can built up your coverage. The best part is that there's 49 shades to choose from. I love when a brand takes in consideration the many types of skin colours there are. 

Valentino Voce Viva- $49

On one of my previous Sephora orders I was able to get this as a sample, and WOW. I was so in love with how beautiful this scent was that when I wanted to purchase the full size it was sold out. I loved it so much that I ended up purchasing the mini set. Isn't it cute?! If your into sweet fragrances, than this perfume is definitely one you should check out.

Key Notes: Italian Bergamot, Orange Blossom Absolute, Crystal Moss Accord

Sephora Holiday Collection

Sephora (The Essential Kit)- $27

Sephora (Holiday Vibes)-$14

I recently purchased this for my teenage niece who is starting to be grab some interest in skin care. I thought this would be a great way for her to start. It comes with make-up wipes, masks, facial wash and a lip scrub.

Marc Jacobs Beauty Lip Lacquer Lipgloss- $19

I love a pretty pink gloss, and this one is truly beautiful. It's very natural and great for your everyday look. I ended up buying 2 of these, one for me and the other for my niece. 

Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer- $39

I've always used liquid concealers so this was my first time trying out this type of concealer. I must say it's different but I like it. I would suggest applying it with your finger tips rather than a brush. It also comes in 29 other shades.

Voluspa Glass Jar Candle (Santal Vanille)- $18-$43

This smells so good! It's very light and not heavy which for some people is great.

 

Nest New York (Wild Poppy) Perfume Set-$100

Nest New York has a large variety of beautifully scented candles, perfumes oils, diffusers and fragrances. This is one of my favourite perfumes ever! When I saw that they were selling a bundle I was so excited I added it to my cart right away. It's perfect for those who love sweet fruity floral scents.

Key Notes: Rose de Grasse, Himalayan Jasmine, Pear

Hope you guys enjoyed!

xox,

Current Amazon Faves & Finds!

Hi loves! Hope you are all doing great! So I'm back with another Amazon Finds post sharing some of the new things I have recently purchased. Since being on quarantine I have found myself purchasing a lot more things online then I used to and to be honest I don't mind at all. I hope you guys enjoy the post and find something you guys would like to try out.

1. MudBuster ($24.99)

This thing has changed my life! I take my dog out everyday for 2-3 walks a day and usually it's a 2 hours walk. He runs around like crazy, gets into mud and dirt and is always coming back home with dirty paws. Before it was so hard cleaning his paws since he's such a big dog (German Shepherd/Lab mix) but now it's so much easier to clean them. Total life changer!

2. Schick Silk Face Razor ($5.99)

I have been removing the peach fuzz from my face for a couple of years now, and I have always used this particular product. This is definitely a product that I highly recommend and trust.

3. Along-Fit High Waisted Leggings ($28.99)

Okay! Let me just saw that I have purchased a million leggings (yes! I practically live in leggings) and wow! Was I surprised when I received these. My boyfriend actually got me these leggings after he saw me eyeing them for awhile. I was iffy about it at first because when I buy clothes I actually like touching the fabric and seeing first hand the quality of the clothing. But when they arrived was I surprised, the quality of these leggings actually feel nicer then other expensive leggings that I own and they are a fraction of the price. I would 100% recommend these! So much that I ordered a couple more pairs in different colours!

4. iPhone Case- Pink ($10.99)

Both of these iPhone cases are so cute! and really good quality.








iPhone Case- Neon Orange ($9.99)

  5. Malouf Bed Glides ($23.99)

I recently purchased a new headboard from Pottery Barn and purchasing these helped my give my bed the height that I needed in order to attach the screws to the bed frame.

6. Foot Spa Massager ($74.99)

This foot massager is life changing! I have it used a couple of times but I think that my mom has enjoyed this even more since she always using it! She loves it! haha and I can't blame her.

7. Rubbermaid Storage ($39.99)

I have never been a fan of tupperware, I feel like whatever I put in them stain the containers and they eventually start to smell throughout time but these ones don't stain nor do they smell so that's awesome.

8. Make-up Sponge ($13.99)

I love applying my make-up with a beauty sponge. I think it's a great tool to help apply your make-up beautifully, but it can get expensive. I always wash my beauty sponge to help eliminate the germs from it but I also like to replace them every now and then. This is a great dupe if your looking for one!

9. Beautural Lint Remover ($17.99)

This little thing will change your life! If you hate the lint that your clothing forms throughout the time after a few washes, then you'll love this guy! Once I use it on my clothes, it leaves them looking brand new! It's amazing! I have even used it on bed sheets which is amazing.

10. Sponge Storage ($2.74)

This is great way to store your beauty sponge and help prevent germs getting on it. Besides it's super cute! and comes in 3 different colours.

11. Multifunctional Clothes Hanger ($11)

I recently purchased these for my sister. She has 3 little girls so that means a whole bunch of clothes! So to help her store the girls clothes and not over crowd their closets and I thought this would be a great way to help her out.

12. Tie Dye Kit ($55.49)

I decided to get on the tie dye bandwagon! I've seen so many people get these and make cute shirts, shorts and socks. I thought it would be a cute idea to do these with my nieces. Besides these remind my of when I was a little kid.





xoxo,

What's in my Carry-On Bag?

Hello everyone! Happy Monday! Hope everyone is doing great. I thought it would be fun and helpful to share with you guys what I carry in my carry-on bag when I travel. I have been very fortunate to travel quite a lot throughout the years. We usually opt to vacation in South America since that is where my boyfriend is from and he gets to see his family when we are here. Since I have travelled quite a lot I think I have managed the art of what to carry in my carry-on. Before I used to be so overwhelmed and thought I would need so many things on the plane which would cause me to panic. Now I know the essentials that I will need and only carry that. This is coming from a girl who would travel with 2 large suitcases (which I would obviously check-in), a small carry-on, a fairly large purse, and a standard size pillow. Yup, I know what you are all thinking... crazy. Can you imagine how hard it was when I used to travel alone to go to the bathroom? A nightmare!

I really hope this helps anyone who is planning on traveling or is going to travel anytime soon. I wish I never put myself through all the stress, but then again you have to go through some bumps along the way to learn a valuable lesson. From carrying all the things I mentioned I now travel with my luggage that I check in and just carry a backpack. Yup. Just a backpack. Proud moment lol.

1. Passport- First and foremost. ALWAYS make sure you have your passport with you. I cannot begin to explain how many times I thought I had left it at home- mind you the airport is 30 minutes away from my home, but still.

2. Anti-baterical wipes/Hand Sanitizers- These are a must! Planes can be so dirty sometimes, I feel so much more comfortable knowing that I sanitize the arms rest and the pull out table before I settle in.

3. Laptop- I like bring my laptop with me all the time when I fly. If I ever have work to do, I take advantage of the fact that I will be on the plane for quite sometime and once I'm done I watch a movie if I don't fall asleep.

4. Wallet/Cash/Credit Cards- Even though I always travel with my credit cards I also like to bring some cash with me. While I'm waiting to board my flight I like to grab a coffee and a snack before hand. You never know how long it will be until you take off.

5. Snacks- If I'm traveling to South America which is about a 10 hour flight I like to bring snacks with me just in case I get hungry. Sometimes I don't like the food that they offer in flight, so I like to have a backup just in case. My boyfriend is really picky so I always bake a batch of banana cake and bring it on the plane with us. (Recipe on the blog. Youtube link)

6. Small Toiletry Bag- I liked to bring a small toiletry bag where I carry small items that I don't want to find at the bottom of my bag such as, hair ties, hair clips, kleenex, earphones, phone plug, Advil, bandaids, couple of teas which I would then ask the flight attendant for some hot water.

7. Pillow- I know I mentioned I used to travel with a standard size pillow (which I still do but I keep it in my luggage lol- I have this weird thing about sharing pillows. I like to sleep on my own pillow. PERIOD). I carry a travel pillow with me now. There is nothing more uncomfortable then the pillows that they give on the plane. You would think that since you paid a lot for your ticket you would get a decent pillow. So this is a must for me.

8. Cellphone- Once I'm on the plane getting settled I keep my phone on so I can text my parents and my siblings that I'm on board and when I'm about to take off. As soon as the flight attendants ask to turn off devices that's when I do and as soon as I land I switch my SIM card out depending where we are going.

9. Socks- I know you guys are probably saying ..what? Don't you have socks on already? When I travel I like to wear leggings and running shoes. With that said I wear really short slip on socks you can't tell I'm wearing any (I don't like showing my socks when I'm wearing my cute leggings and runners; I don't know that's just me lol) so I bring the thickest and comfiest socks with me because my feet get super cold on the plane.

10. Notebook/Pen- I get the best ideas on things in the weirdest places and very randomly. I know, weird but like to write things down. Plus I need a pen to fill out the forms that they hand out to you on the plane.

11. Sunglasses- Just in case we aren't looking so cute after a long flight- we can fix that with sunglasses.

12. Make-up Bag- Last but not least, my make-up bag. I don't bring a lot of make-up in my carry-on just a few little things such as travel size moisturizer, face mask, mascara, lip balm, hand cream, and perfume. The rest of my make-up I pack in my luggage.

I really hope this helped you ladies out. If there's anything you think I am missing, I would love to hear about it.

xoxo,

Last Minute Valentine's Gifts

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! I hope everyone is having a fantastic day and for those who are just starting their day, I hope you guys have a good one. I feel like Valentine's day is one of those holidays that your either love or hate, and to be honest I love it. I remember when I was little my dad would always come home with a bouquet of flowers for my mom and chocolates for us and we would all share them after dinner. My mom would walk us to school and we both would be so excited with a bag full of Valentine's day cards and chocolates we prepared the night before with her to exchange with our friends in class. When we would get home from school we would be so excited to show my parents all our Valentine's day cards we had received. My mom would wait for us with a special dinner that she came up with ( my mom is known for putting a meal together with what ever she had in the fridge, it was her "inventions"). Now that I'm older I hold all those memories so close to my heart and think "wow" we had such a beautiful childhood. I like to spend Valentine's day with those I love, this year I'm away from home but I'm still very lucky to spend it with Andres.

Andres and I spend the last few years keeping things very low key, cooking at home, which I love, and then we would always end up watching the same movie- Titanic lol. Restaurants are always very packed and if you don't have a reservation, well- you'll be waiting along time.

As you guys already know I'm currently in South America and to be honest I didn't get a chance to buy my boyfriend a gift as our trip was really last minute. So here I am contemplating on what I should get for him. I know that he'd be happy if I just baked him something but, I personally really like buying him a gift. So I have narrowed down on what would be a great last minute gift that I can just run to the mall and pick up. I think I'm leaning more into the Resident Evil game- since I'm also a nerd for video games LOL!

I hope these ideas will help you out if your doing a last minute gift. No matter how you are celebrating or with whom I wish you an amazing Valentine's day filled with lots of L-O-V-E.   

For Him:

1. Puma Clyde Court  2. Apple Watch Series 4  3. Dior- Sauvage Eau de Parfum  4. Bose SoundSport In-Ear Wireless Headphones  5. H&M Joggers   6. JBL Flip 4 Waterproof Bluetooth Wireless Speaker  7. Resident Evil 2 (PS4/ XBOX One)  8. Nike- Brasilia X-Large Backpack

For Her:

1. Givenchy- L'Interdit Eau de Parfum  2. Pandora- Shape of my Heart Jewelry Set  3. Victoria Secret- Short Satin Kimono  4. Herbivore Hydrate + Glow Natural Skin Care Kit  5. Daniel Wellington Classic Petite Melrose Watch  6. Steve Madden Dulce Blush Heels  7. Bath and Body Works Lotions 

xoxo,

Amazon Finds

So I've always been a huge fan of Amazon. I remember when I first ordered something from the website-it was literally the first thing that I had ever bought online ( I know! I know!) but my sister and I were so excited! as if we were 6 year olds getting told ice cream was for dinner and we are headed to the toy store and can pick anything out. I know, a little dramatic but hey! I just want you guys to get the picture lol.
Anyways! I decided I wanted to get some acyclic makeup storage as at the time it was the "thing" to put your make-up in along with some others things.
First of all it took literally a day to get to our house and second of all oh my gosh were we excited!!!!! The fact that we got a hugh box with our name in front of our house we felt like we were oh so chic like all of these girls we'd seen on youtube hahaha!
The quality of the things that I received was unreal and for the price-let's just say I was a happy camper, so happy that I kept buying (oops!)



                                                                             
                                                                         




Eye Lash Container 

I don't use fake eyelashes on the regular but for it's nice to use for a special occasion and this
adorable case helps me store them perfectly.

















Velvet Clothing Hanger 

I like to hang my clothes knowing they are not
going to fall off the hanger. Period- These hangers are life changers! Love them!


     
                               

Essential Oil Diffuser 

These oil Diffuser are great to have around the house. It makes everything smell fresh and clean- ALL the time!















iPhone Charger

You can never have too many phone chargers. I like to have them around the house so then I don't have to run upstairs and grab the one in my room, because I tend to misplace them later- typical. lol. I also like the fact that they are nice and long so I'm not glued to the wall while they are charging.













Peach Fuzz Razors

These are a game changer to remove any little peach fuzz that you may have on your face- this is the perfect little tool. Comes in a pack of 6.
















Pyrex Glass Food Containers

I am THE number one person who always cooks extra and has left overs to store. I much rather have these cute glass ones than the plastic ones that lose their shapes once you put it in the microwave.








 Jade Roller

I've heard tons of things about these little guys and I can't wait to try it! Just ordered mine, so stick around for a review.














Hope you ladies enjoyed,


xoxo

Shopping Anyone?

Fall is HERE!!.. I can not be more thrilled!.. Am I the only one that's excited here people!?.. As you guys know, fall is one of favourite season and I am always looking forward to it. Not only do I love how nature takes it's toll and how the leaves changes their colours but hello! The fashion is to die for! I'm obsessed with everything fall. I wanted to share with you guys some of the things I have recently purchased and have been loving.




I went to the mall on the weekend and stopped by Forever21- I always say- "I'm just gonna look, I won't buy anything" .. who am I kidding right?! As I walked by some adorable pieces; which Forever21 is known for carrying the cutest things ever (telling myself- no Stef.. back away) I came across these jeans and I couldn't put it down.. let's just say I walked out with 4 pairs. The sales lady approached me and said Hi can I help you? yes please, size 28 in every colour please ( ahahahaha) she just laughed and totally got me. For those out there that don't know I'm a 5'9 and have hispanic roots which means I got my curves and I love them..

         


I have always wanted a YSL lipstick but thought to myself, these colour are all so beautiful and let's be honest- they are quite pricey so I didn't want to buy a colour that I wasn't going to wear as often. I came across this one and ending up loving it. Plus they all smell so yummy!

H & M has always had beautiful statement jewelry pieces and these 2 caught my eye.

If you're not new to my blog then you all know that I LOVE ZARA. I have always been such a fan and I always seem to walk out with something LOL ( it's a must) I'm pretty sure you ladies can all relate. While they were having a sale I came across this suede beige trench jacket. I was loooking for my size like crazy- seriously people I was on a mission... I saw a medium at the very back of the rack and was totally happy! I looked like a little kid- no joke. to make things even better it was on sale from $139.99 and walked out paying 49.99! Major score!

I've been looking for boot without a heel for awhile and came across these.. IN LOVE and super comfy.

xoxo,