Reverse Shampooing- Does it Really Work?

Hello again and welcome back to The Suitably Named.  How have you been?   I just finished my first week of the semester, and I'm already counting the days until spring break.  What can I say? I hate winter.  So, let's get to why we're here, shall we?

I was browsing Nouveaucheap like I do on the daily, and I found an older article she wrote  about reverse shampooing.  Intrigued and frustrated with my current hair routine (which has been failing me), I decided to give it a try.   I've been doing this for the past week and have been so happy with the results, I wanted to share it with you!

20 Fun Questions-Tag!

Hey guys, welcome back! I wanted to do a fun, get-to-know me type tag before I did my next serious post.  I would love to tag anyone else who writes a blog to do this, or if you don't have a blog, definitely feel free to answer these questions in the comments.  I would love to get to know my readers too!

Oh! And by the way, I found these questions from a blog called The Totally Insane Writer, and just modified them a little.  Here is her original post-go check it out if you're curious!

Alright, let's get started~

Merry Christmas!!

Hey guys! How are ya?  Long time no see, huh?

Now that the semester has come to an end and the new year is about to begin, I thought I would try to get back into the swing of this blogging thing.

Before we get there, I wanted to take the time to wish anyone who might be reading a very Merry Christmas!  I've been taking time to reflect on the past year and to take time to appreciate what I've gained and what I've learned.  I encourage you all to do the same, because you're never guaranteed more time with the people you love.  So moral of the story, let the special people in your life know how much they mean to you, and don't waste time wondering if it's a good time to do so or not-because it is!

I hope you all had a great day with your family and loved ones celebrating either Christmas, or whatever other holiday you may observe.

With love~

Golden Glow | Makeup Tutorial

~Products Used~

Face:

Maybelline Baby Skin Primer

Revlon Nearly Naked Foundation, 110 Ivory

Maybelline Fit Me concealer, Fair

NYC Loose Translucent Powder

Wet n' Wild Silver Lake Blush trio, Fair Trade Coffee

(Bronzer and Highlight)

Milani Baked Blush, Luminoso

Eyes:

Urban Decay Primer Potion, Sin

Milani Bella Eyes eyeshadow, Bella Caffe

Sigma E40 Blending Brush

MAC eyeshadow, Texture

MAC 217

MAC eyeshadow, Jest

Sigma E55 Shader Brush

MAC Mineralized Shadow, Invincible Light (foiled)

Urban Decay Naked 2 brush

MAC eyeshadow, Vanilla

Coastal Scents big ass fluffy brush

e.l.f. Smudge Pot, Back to Basics

Sigma E30 Pencil Brush

MAC eyeshadow, Woodwinked

e.l.f. Smudger Brush
MAC Feline Kohl Power
Eco Tools Angled Liner Brush

Covergirl Clump Crusher mascara

Posh lashes, #46

Lips:

Loreal Infalliable Lipliner, Au Naturale

MAC lipstick, Coral Bliss

NYX Butter Gloss, Creme Brule

Have a beautiful day~

AMERICAN GIRLS TRY ASIAN SNACKS!!!

Here's my latest video, hope you enjoy :D

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How I pack makeup & toiletries for travel!!

~My Toiletries bag
Scout Dolly Carton tote in the pattern "Fanning Tatum"
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http://www.scoutbags.com/dolly-carton-fanning-tatum-cosmetic-case

~My makeup bag:
Sonia Kashuk Floral Print Weekender
**This is SOLD OUT on Target's website, but I found mine in plenty stock in-store, so check your local Target if you're interested!**
http://www.target.com/p/sonia-kashuk-floral-print-weekender/-/A-16906718#prodSlot=_1_35


I hope y'all found this helpful! Have a beautiful day~

What's in my bag?!?

Have a beautiful day~

 

Be the Change! | Inspired by CoffeeBreakwithDani

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WHERE HAVE I BEEN?!?

Hey guys!  How are ya?  So, It's been a while-I know.  I thought I would explain where I have been and what the schedule is going to look like from here on out before I got back into the full swing of things.

I was basically hit by life.  Class work all of a sudden got really hard and I was constantly working on school, then finals week happened and it had been almost 3 weeks since I had made a blog post.  Then shortly after I had to move out (which was incredibly tedious), then I attended graduation and just got home a few days ago.  I needed a couple days to get myself together and now here I am today.

I just want to say thanks for sticking around if you're reading this right now.  I've said this before, but I would never just up and leave for however long and not give an explanation.  In brighter news, I am going to start scheduling blog posts.  Right now I am planning to do 3 posts a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and maybe a few extras here and there.  I'm also going to start a YouTube channel within the next couple weeks (hopefully).  

I'm pretty excited for this summer, and a big reason is that I knew that not being a full time student would allow me to spend much more time blogging and sharing the things I am passionate about with my readers (and future "viewers"-eek!).  Stay tuned for my next post tomorrow and for my upcoming channel!

Sending love your way~Have a beautiful day!

I Heart Spring Tag

Hey guys! How are ya?  I've been really happy lately because of how nice the weather has been, so I thought I would do the I <3 Spring Tag (originally made by Ingrid Nilsen).  Who do I tag to do this?  Everyone! Let's get started~

1. Favorite Spring nail polish?

I have two: Essie Mint Candy Apple and Go Ginza.  Mint Candy Apple is a gorgeous, classy pale blue, and Go Ginza is THE perfect pastel lilac.

Mint Candy Apple

Go Ginza

2. Must have lip color for the Spring?

It's hard to pick just one, but I would have to say MAC Flamingo.  It's a beautiful milky pink-coral shade.

MAC Flamingo

(via Pinterest)

3. Favorite Spring dress?

This Navy printed shift dress from Target.  Love it

4. Favorite flower?

Orchids!  Although they aren't technically a spring flower, I find them to be strikingly elegant and beautiful.

5.  Favorite Spring accessory?

Definitely my retro frame sunglasses from Target.  I got these in the mail a couple weeks ago and am still over the moon about them.

6. Spring fashion/makeup trends you're most excited about?

For fashion, flowey midi skirts and sandals.  I'm so excited that midi skirts are becoming a thing again, and brown leather sandals are timeless.  For makeup, glowey skin and pastels (have you seen the new Colurpop shadows??).  Beautiful!

*From Target*

7. Favorite Spring candle?

I'm not a huge candle junkie, but if I do find myself burning one, It's usually of a tropical or fruity nature.  A favorite of mine is Market Peach from Bath and Body Works

8. Favorite perfume/body spray for Spring?

I don't really have one.  I'm not an avid body spray/scent sprayer.  I do really like Viva la Juicy La Fleur though.

9. What is Spring like where you live?

Spring is a slow process, but once it's really here, it hits hard.  Virginia is known for having weird weather patterns that often don't make sense with the season.  It rains a lot, gets really windy, and allergies suck.  The thing I love the most about spring in my general area are the cherry blossoms.  

10. Your favorite thing about Spring?

It means that it won't be 10 degrees with freezing rain anymore.  I really REALLY hate winter, so Spring is like the sigh of relief that winter is really over and that the sun will be out again.

11. Are you a Spring cleaner?

Definitely.  I veg out in the Winter and do absolutely nothing.  Over 3 months (more like 5 here) all of my crap builds up along with the dust bunnies.  When Spring comes around, I get a burst of energy and all of a sudden feel the need to clean and get rid of as much as possible.

12.  Any plans for a Spring break or upcoming vacation?

Well, since Spring break has already come and gone for me, I don't have any plans.  However when the end of June rolls around, the fam and I will be traveling to Florida to visit my Grandparents and massive southern family.  I absolutely cannot wait.

That's it!  I hope you liked this tag!  If you don't have a blog, feel free to leave your responses in the comments.  Than you so much for taking the time to read this!

Have a beautiful day~

Spring Target Haul!

Hey guys! How are ya?  So last weekend I decided I needed a little retail therapy and went on a trip to Target.  I got a few cool things so I thought I would do a Target haul.  I'm calling this a Target haul because that's the main place I bought from, however I did get one thing from Old Navy.  Let's start with that~

My Favorite Multipurpose Products!!

Let's get real for a minute

Hey guys, welcome back to my corner of the internet!  I have a bit of a different post today than my usual beauty stuff.  I know today I said I would be posting day 5 of Lip Swatch Week, but that photo shoot didn't make it into the schedule.  Let's talk a little about what's been going on in my life over the past few days~

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I've been on spring break this past week.  I had planned to blog every day this week since I didn't have school to worry about, and I had access to my dad's DSLR.  I didn't realize how hard it would be to take the pictures, upload them, edit them, and make a post with them and talk about all the lip products every day.  I was spending around 5-6 hours every post to make sure they got up on time, and I wasn't paying enough attention to the other reasons I came home this week.

On Tuesday I rekindled with one of my best friends from high school that I hadn't spoken to since we graduated.  On Wednesday I had a job interview I wasn't planning.  Then on Thursday my mom had a day off work and I wanted to spend time with her.  I spent more time with my mom and my friend from high school on Friday.  Then today, I had my second job interview, got hired, did my taxes, and cooked dinner for my family, and did a little laundry and packing somewhere between.  By the time I was able to sit down and not have some sort of obligation, the sun had set and there goes my lighting.

I don't want to seem like I'm making excuses or complaining about having a busy life, I just wanted to take the time to be real with my readers.  First of all, I would never promise a post, not do it, and not explain myself.  Second of all, I want to start connecting with you guys on a more personal level than just mutuality in being makeup addicts.  I think I'm also realizing that I'm taking the wrong approach to blogging.  I'm a very all or nothing person, so if I don't feel like my idea for a post is interesting enough, or that I can't get it together as perfectly as I want, I will often not post at all instead of finding middle ground.  It's one of my biggest weaknesses as a person and I see it come out when I blog.

So, resolution time.  I can't say that I'm going to give a blogging schedule because as of right now, that's not how I want and can do it.  I'm going to blog as much as I can when I can.  If I come up with something I really want to share with you, I don't want to have to wait until Tuesday to post if I think of it on Sunday-you feel?  SO my goal is to post 2-3 times a week, but to challenge myself to post more about life/health like I've wanted to do from the beginning, and to post more frequent, concise beauty posts along with that.  What do you think?

I just want to say thank you for taking the time to read this, and the time to get to know me a little better.  Every time I see someone comment, like a post on Instagram, or even that my views are going up, it gives me such a boost and makes me want to keep going

I've challenged myself, so now I'm going to challenge you.  If you've read this far into my post, thanks for sticking with me! Now I challenge you to take something about yourself that maybe you don't like, or that you think you can improve on (i.e. you procrastinate, or you're a chronic perfectionist like me) and work at it!  Bettering yourself is great and important, because you're doing it for YOU, and I promise that will make you so much happier.

Sending you all my love

<3

Elise

What's in my (at home) Makeup Tray?

Hello Internet.  Today's post is going to be a run-down of what I keep in my makeup tray at home.  I'm on winter break from school and I'm back home until mid-January.  I thought I would show this because most of these products are new products (at least to me), or products that are every day essentials.  We'll call them The Daily Bunch.

The Daily Bunch

 I keep the makeup I use on a daily basis in a plastic tray from The Container Store on my desk.  The rest of my makeup is stored in an Alex 9 drawer unit next to my desk (basic, I know).

The Daily Bunch, as they appear on my desk

Lets start out with lip products, which have the least impact in the Daily Bunch.  I don't keep a lot of lip products in the tray because I don't usually put anything besides balm on until I'm ready to walk out the door.  I had close up shots of them but they didn't come out, but luckily they stick out in the first picture.

My Favorite Products of the Year

Hello internet, welcome to The Suitably Named.  I have been aspiring to create a blog where I ramble about the things I love such as makeup, photography, food, health, and anything else that may come into the picture...So here it is

Now for the fun part, my yearly favorites!  These are some of my favorite blog posts/YouTube videos to watch, and considering the time of the year, I thought it would be perfect to kick off my own blog by sharing my own favorite products of 2014!

Here's an overview: