A Little Treat for Me: Fenty

COVID-19 has messed up my game. As a high-risk individual, I can’t leave the house, so I’m forced to shop online. My Bath & Body Works’ Strawberry Pound Cake candle arrived just in time for the weekend. The flowered container is adorable. The lid is fancy. This candle is so strong that its scent carries…

CHANGE IS COMING!

The last couple of months have been challenging with all the issues stemming from COVID-19. And then came the murder of George Floyd. Millions of people were shocked, infuriated, and traumatized as they watched an innocent man die…his neck trapped under the knee of an officer of the law. While Floyd cried “I Can’t Breathe,”…

Dr. Woods: Great For Your Face & Body!

I’ve been a long time fan of Dr. Woods Black Soap with Shea Butter. I usually keep a 32 oz container in the house. I use it for my face, body, and even clean the bath tub with it. I found this trio pack for just $12 on Amazon. As I mentioned, I absolutely love…

IPSY BAG: MAY 2020

May’s ombre colored bag is great for the warmer weather. I enjoy carrying colorful bags during the summer. Purlisse Beauty Matcha Green Tea + Lemon Detoxifying Charcoal Mask. This mask has a lot going on. We’ll see if it works. Space Case Cosmetics in the color, Intense Stargasm. This is a striking silver color. The…

Aromatherapy Haul

*This shopping haul was done before the COVID quarantine. As a high-risk person with an autoimmune disease (Rheumatoid Arthritis/RA) and diabetes, I only leave my home for doctor appointments and groceries. I always wear a mask and gloves. Stay safe out there. I was at Ollie’s stocking up when I came across loads of essential…

February & March IPSY Bags

With all that’s going on, I’ve fallen behind on my IPSY bag reviews. Let’s get caught up.   I received these two bags for February and March. I really like the pink quilted bag Cake’s The Curl Friend for curly hair. Hmmm. This didn’t really work on my kinky curly hair.   Callyssee Better Bean…

Fall Decor for $1!

  I’m not the best when it comes to seasonal decor or any decor, but I put together some fall looks that might inspire you. The best part is I paid $1 for each piece or I used what I had. Of course, I bought the items at the Dollar Tree. I stuck some faux…

My Favorite Fall Nude Lipsticks

I like vibrant colors but sometimes, you just want to put on a neutral lipgloss or lipstick. I’ve collected a few ….thanks to my favorite store Marshall’s. Marc Jacobs New Nudes Lipstick in the color May Day. This is a matte cocoa color that is a gorgeous nude for women of color. $8.9    …

Quick Homemade Chicken Soup

If you’re like me, you’ve been fighting this bug that’s floating around. It’s finally getting the best of me. So I put together a pot of homemade chicken soup. It’s super easy and better than anything you’ll buy in a can. You more than likely have all the ingredients at home. Ingredients: 1 Rotisserie Chicken…

Bath & Body Works Fall Haul 1: Aromatherapy & Candles

I was able to catch several good deals from Bath & Body Works. I had one online order and two in-store trips. I bought the new Jasmine and Sandalwood shower gel and lotion from the Love line. $6.50 plus coupon. Eucalyptus and Spearmint which is in the Stress Relief line is my absolute favorite. I…