How do I constantly forget that there are a million ways I could be wearing my hair? HOW?!
Primer Water Spray from Smashbox
I was prepared to make fun of this Primer Water spray from Smashbox that I got for free from Sephora, but uhhh... IT’S REFRESHING AS HELL.
What does it actually do? No idea. It apparently is supposed to “wake up skin and restore moisture—like a supercharged energy drink for your skin.” Is it worth $32 for a full sized bottle? Probably not. But the sample size that’s free sometimes at Sephora? GET IT.
Spray-On Nail Polish
Photo Credit: Nails Inc.
Photo Credit: Nails Inc.
British brand Nails Inc. is coming out with spray-on nail polish, and claims it only takes twenty seconds to apply, resulting in "the world's fastest manicure." It works like this: after applying a basecoat, you simply shake and spray the graffiti-like can over your fingertips to paint your nails. The inevitable mess can be removed with warm water or a face wipe. Topcoats are optional.
The product comes in two colours, pink and silver, and it's launching in the U.S. in two months! Nails Inc. recently launched a waiting list for those antsy U.S. nail-polish lovers. Sign up here for updates and word on when exactly you can buy a can of your own when the product launches in March 2016.
“If you get a significant scratch on your face (from a dog or cat or anything), rub some Vaseline on it immediately. That will help it disappear way faster than if you let it heal on its own time.”
8000% Bigger Lash Volume
Am I the only one who really laughs at these ads? It makes me yearn to see the data behind how they came to that "400%" result. And what blows my mind is that someone actually approved this ad! What kind of morons are women expected to be to witness this kind of trash? Oh! And the "Katy is wearing lash inserts" line couldn't be more perfect. Go fuck yourself, Covergirl.
“When applying makeup, most people tend to do one eye flawlessly and the other not so much. So when it comes to putting on eyeliner or filling in eyebrows, you should always start with the more difficult eye first. It’ll force you to get better at making that one as strong as the other.”
Copper Hair Tube
It mildly shocks me that women haven't demanded more variety when it comes to their hair ties. Doesn't it seem strange that we've never really yearned for more beautiful alternatives to the plain, old, fabric-laden rubber band? These are some of the reasons that I absolutely love this copper "hair tube" seen above. Not only is it gorgeous, but it's different from the boring-ass hair ties that dominate the doorknobs in my house (that's where I keep all my hairties, on doorknobs throughout the house - it's actually a great way to always find one when you need one).
Autumn Leaves
I hope you're not thinking it's corny to do a leaves post, 'cause baby - that's happening.
I can debate a child for maybe twenty minutes on which season is the best. And the great thing about that argument is that I don't even really have an answer to that question (all I'm certain of is that summer is the worst). Can't I just say that winter, spring and autumn tie for the best? The snow of winter, the smell of spring and the leaves of autumn are equally the greatest parts of each of those times of year. That's just a damn fact.
I really hope you're noticing these leaves around you, 'cause they're gonna leave us rather quickly.
All of these are photos are just some of the ones I've taken this year, so I think you can get a feel for how much I admire them. You don't have to necessarily photograph them to enjoy them, but I beg you to go hang out somewhere outside and f-ing bask for a little while.
Nail Polish Organizer
Available on PB Teen
Available on PB Teen
Where the hell do women keep their nail polish? In a drawer beside the bed? A washroom cabinet? Why the hell are they always so hidden? I've wanted to proudly display my colours for years now and I've been looking for one of these organizers for EONS. And look how gorgeous!
Absolutely have to get one of these immediately.
Nail Polish Remover Decanter
If you don't keep your nail polish remover in a glass decanter, you're drastically missing out on some serious beauty.