Fake a Glow

Once it starts getting warmer outside, I automatically just want to go outside and tan. Sometimes, time and the UV index doesn’t let me do this, and you might relate, so here’s some of my tips to always look tan and glowing.

1. Spray Tan

   I love going and getting a spray tan before I have a big event or even just for fun. I personally always feel better and prettier when I am tan. I go to a place called Lux which heated machines that spray you. I get a perfect, even, natural looking tan each time I go.

2. St. Tropez

   If you don’t have time or don’t want to get a spray tan, I would use St. Tropez. Whenever I have a lot of work to do that does not allow me to go all the way to Lux, I shower at home and just apply St. Tropez all over. I think this is the best self tanning product. I always get an even coating with it. I use the large mat for my body and the small face mats to be able to get every corner on my face.

3. Freckles Hack

   If you want to fake having freckles, here’s the best way to do it. Take a cream contour (I use the clinique chubby stick) and either a small curved eyeshadow brush or a small lip brush. Dip the brush into the creamy contour and apply dots around your cheeks, nose, and forehead. Blend it in with a beauty blender and apply bronzer to finish off. I love the freckles I get when I am out in the sun for a while and this is such a great way to accentuate them.

4. Highlight

   For the glowy look that everyone loves: HIGHLIGHT! I use a combination of cream and powder highlighter to make sure that my cheekbones, under my brows, the corners of my eyes, my nose, and my cupids bow are shining like diamonds. I use the Clinique chubby highlighter stick and Anastasia Beverly Hills glow kit in Sunsetter.

5. Blush

   I watched Kylie Jenner’s video for Vogue of her doing a makeup look, and ever since then I have been the biggest fan of blush. Kylie puts a lot on which used to be scary for me but now I love the way it warms up my face and looks like I was just on the beach and kissed by the sun. I use Benefit’s GALifornia blush.

6. Spray All Day

   I use Mario Badescu’s infamous rose water face spray. Every time I am in my room I spritz my skin. I keep a bottle in my car so that when I am going to and coming back from a workout I can easily use it. It keeps my skin hydrated throughout the day!

   Those are the main things I do to fake a tan and make it seem like I just came from the beach! For a summery glow try some of these!

February Favorites

February is the shortest month of the year, so you have to make it count. With Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day, February is full of activities! Here are some of my favorite items and trends of the month.

Beauty Products

Watermelon Pink Juice Moisturizer- I apply this only my face every morning and not only is it super hydrating but it smells so good. The little bottle is also adorable. I got the sample size of it and have been using it daily.

Sugar Rosé Tinted Lip Treatment- Winter can make your lips feel dry and cracked, but this lip treatment leaves my lips unchapped, smooth, and gives off a really pretty pink color.

Melu Hair Shield- I blow out my hair at least once a week, so having a really good hair protecting spray is important. I got this one from my hairdresser since he was raving about it, and he was definitely right. It smells so good!

Elta MD Sunscreen- This moisturizer is tinted and a lifesaver for my skin. I usually have dry skin and this moisturizes it so well for the morning. I can leave my house without worrying about getting sun on my face due to the SPF in this product.

Trends

Sequins-From seeing the Golden Globes, sequins are clearly a trend. They were more prevalent in this years shows and on the red carpet.

Fringe- Western wear is always making a comeback. Jackets, skirts, bags, have been fringed and featured on the runways.

Polka Dots- This runway season, Carolina Herrera, Celine, Prada, and so many more have released outfits with dots on them, making this upcoming spring one that is sure to be dotted. You can see in my Valentine’s looks post that I wore polka dots to embrace the trend.

Items of Clothing

Here are my top two favorite items this month!

Chinese Laundry Boots- I just recently got these boots and have already worn them three times. They were so inexpensive yet made so well. They give me a lot of nostalgia as they are very “Coachella-esque” and remind me of the great fashion I saw there.

Amazon Fluffy Jacket- This is one of the best purchases I have made. It is so comfy yet stylish enough to be worn during the day. It feels like a blanket wrapped around you, yet a lot more appropriate for running errands and going to school in! There is a similar jacket that can be found at Urban Outfitters, but I love my knockoff one from Amazon just as much. Here I am wearing it on my trip to Alabama. It seriously is the comfiest jacket you will ever have.

Hydration Station

Living in Texas, the climate is very dry, so nourishing your skin is super important. Anyone who lives in the snow can relate to super chapped lips and peeling skin. However, I live by these products and they help to keep you hydrated all season. Here are my holy grail items that keep my skin soft and glowing through the harsh climate. 

GLAMGLOW Thirstymud Hydrating Mask

This mask smells like a fresh baked dessert and it hydrates your skin better than anything. I put it on every 2 to 3 days or whenever my skin really needs some moisture. I usually leave it on until it sinks into my skin and then just rub the essence into my face. You could also keep it on for less than 20 minutes and then wash it off if you already have oily skin. 

Lush Butterball Bath Bomb

Taking baths is one of my favorite ways to destress and moisturize, and the butterball bath bomb is so luxurious that it makes you feel like you're on a cloud. It's filled with cocoa butter which makes your skin soft. Lush calls this softening experience, "Blissfully buttery hydration." 

Mario Badescu Rosewater Face Spray

I keep a bottle of this in my car, in my bathroom, and next to my bed. I constantly give my face a spray with this to keep it cool and hydrated. I also use this as a setting spray after doing my makeup and before doing my makeup. It gives a dewey look while enriching your skin with good ingredients. 

Chanel Hydra Beauty Lip Balm

This lip balm is basically a luxurious version of Carmex or Aquaphor. This Chanel balm smells amazing and the packaging looks a lot nicer than the average drugstore brand. I always have it in my purse to keep my lips moisturized through the winter. 

GLAMGLOW Glowstarter Illuminating Moisturizer

This moisturizer is definitely a splurge, but it makes your skin glow and is great before putting makeup on. It makes your foundation coverage ultra even and helps to even your skin tone. I love the "Nude Glow" color because it works best as a primer since it is tinted a bit.

Hope you checked out some of these items! Happy hydrating!