So hey, everyone knows about Baby Lips but I didn't really get into them after receiving the Peach Kiss in my sock last Christmas. I know a lot of girls like it but it didn't work out for me. From what I remember, it was a little gritty and collected in between my lip lines... just sucked on me big time. But it seems like Baby Lips are really popular because they keep coming out with new editions so I decided to give it another shot. If they are this popular, something must be right. I stuck with the original line and got Cherry Me because I know I will need the tint!

The first thing I noticed is the strong cherry smell. I don't really like it but I'm sure I'll get used to it. Application was smooth and effortless, so that was a good sign. And oh golly, I love love love the sheer wash of cherry tint it added on my lips!! One little con I think is that it feels heavy on my lips which I'm not used to for lip balms (I am a Burts Bees gal) but it's something I can get over with. I'm glad I gave this a second chance. Will I repurchase? Not sure yet.

Wet n Wild was BOGO 50% off at Freddies so I bought two lippies from their .99 Silk Finish Line. Hey, they're so cheap I couldn't resist. I want to go back and get some darker shades.





Hot Red goes on super smooth and creamy but I feel like it's too bright for my skin tone and makes me look like a 6 year old playing with makeup. Now Retro Pink I like! It has a bit of shimmer so it doesn't glide on the lips as smoothly as Hot Red, but nothing major, still creamy.

L-R: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Pink Pursuit, Wet n Wild Megaslicks in Sinless, NYC Liquid Lipshine in Prospect Pink, NYC CityProof in Everlasting Blossom

Nivea has a line of lip balms that's been around for while but this is the first time I tried one, and only because I saw this at my local outlet for $1.79.


This balm seriously smells so good! It glides like butter on the lips. I was wearing my Rimmel Amethyst Shimmer and since that lipstick dry out rather quickly, this was perfect for adding moisture back to my lips!

Yay! I finally got myself one of these sphere balms! Everyone seems to be talking about it and even my cousin has one! I picked one up at Fred Meyers for around $3. They only had Summer Fruit on sale.


Oh man! I love these little things! They sure are worth all the hype! The formula is really great! It hydrates very well and keeps my lips smooth! The only *oh-no* thing that I noticed is that you sort of feel it on your lips even after you've had it on for quite a few minutes already. Some people might find that bit annoying. On the plus side, it's all organic!

• Long-lasting moisture
• Shea butter & vitamin E
• Smoothes on clear
• New smooth sphere precisely glides on to lips
• Twist-off top
• Gluten-free
• Paraben-free
• Petrolatum-free
• Phthalate-free

My very first CherryCulture package got delivered today! Their NYX lipsticks were on sale for $1.99 each so I grabbed four just to test them out.




I'm going to give these another try and I'll do another review then. In the meantime, I need to go to bed. Jake and I are going to attend a symphony performance tomorrow and I still haven't decided on what to wear. Need to get up early just in case I need to wash clothes.

I totally forgot the color of this lipgloss. It' not on the tube. Sorry.


The color is a little on the frosty side. Here's a swatch.


I don't really buy lipglosses because they are usually sticky (ew, hair on lips) but this one isn't that bad... score 5 points!! It stayed on pretty long and didn't dry my lips. Yay! I'm surprised with the quality of this product because it's on the cheap side. I'll probably get it in another shade.

(I hate how when I do email posting, only the picture shows up!!)

I received my Smith's Rosebud Salve in the mail today! I like it because the one I'm using right now (Burt's Bees) is tinted and although this comes out slightly pinkish, I think it's more clear than stained. It will be perfect on days when I work at home so I don't have to worry about smudging my pillows and sheets. I got it in tube instead of the traditional tin pan because I don't like using my finger to apply balm.

Went to Bartell's to pick up some goodies. I was hoping for a larger haul but I don't really know what to pick (do I look for a foundation? concealer? eye shadow? body lotion? moisturizer? what do I want?) and I'm already taking too long and I know Jake was getting bored -- after all, our original trip is to the grocery store. Haha!!

I recently cleaned out my make-up stash (not that I have many) because I have things that I bought but never really use and it's just cluttering up my tiny bathroom drawer. I have been looking around online for a new palette to replace them with - I prefer a complete travel friendly kit, just a little bit of everything so it's easier to keep and use. I also need to get new brushes.

Anyway, I saw Mia post her massive collection so here I'll show you some of what I did keep:



No more picture taking.. I'm hungry, need to eat breakfast.