EMPTIES: Last of 2024
The last couple month of 2024, I tried to use up as many products I could.
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eSTYLIST: Winter Uniform 2024
eSTYLIST: Winter Uniform 2024
The first of Winter in 2024 is December is December 21, which is today! I’m not sure about where you live, but the winter weather has barely shown up. When it has showed up, it leaves quickly like it has somewhere to be. Still, I’m one of those people that appreciates when the weather matches the season. Therefore, I need more cold days and preferably cold, sunny days.
Here is my ideal look for this winter. I’m trying to dress like I care, which has been hard! Trying to break the black leggings and loose top combo has been hard. However, I’ve had some moments this winter when people have seen me in pants that I have to button. It hasn’t been many, but way more than last year.
eSTYLIST: Winter Uniform 2024
- Argyle Knit Sweater – Cozy and slightly oversized has always been my vibe in the winter. However, this sweater is more elevates and timeless.
- Boyfriend Jeans – You can call them boyfriend or baggy, but I’ve been wanting a pair. These will also make some cute casual looks in the spring and summer.
- Leather loafers – A sturdy pair of black loafers are one of my favorite casual shoes for winter that are versatile. Plus, can clean up the look of many looks.
- Dainty Earring stack – I’ve been wanting to get more piercings in my ears to have a stack of dainty earrings. However, this set of clip on earrings will do the trick and plan the placements.
- Minimal Shoulder Bag – This looks like a slouchy shoulder bag, but it can also be worn as a crossbody. So, it’s pretty much perfect!
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LUST-HAVE LIST: January 2025
LUST-HAVE LIST: January 2025
Happy New Year! Needless to say, but 2025 has already started off on intense note would be an understatement. Let’s continue to keep each other in our thoughts and hearts. A good way to start is to help those affected by the wildfires in California and follow this link to find out all the ways you can help – How to Help Victims of the Wildfires in L.A.
Now, I’m not one to make new year resolutions. However, the things I’m wanting this month will give an idea of goals. So, please check out the things I’m wanting this month in this month’s Lust-Have List for January 2025.
LUST-HAVE LIST: January 2025
- Face Sculpt Lifting & Hydrating Moisturizer– One this cold weather has done is constantly remind me that the days of having firm and oily skin is behind me. This moisturizer by REFY not only is a hydrating moisturizer, but comes in tube with an applicator to help lift the skin while applying the product. I feel like all moisturizers should include this, but I must try it out.
- Skin Repair and Wrinkles Serum – I’m one of the people that’s hesitant about getting filler in my face. Yet, I’m also one of those people that understands that skin is going to age. The corner of my mouth has started to droop. This serum is supposed to help minimize the sagging look, which means I’m going to pick this up soon!
- Cold Weather Running Socks – Getting desire to go walking when it was below freezing was hard, but might have been easier if I had socks for cold weather. Not sure how log we much longer we will have cold weather, but I need these real bad.
- Blouse Sleeve Mini Dress – Dresses are my favorite things to help transition between seasons. This dresses looks perfect to pair with tights and boots for the colder months and light enough for the chill weather of early spring.
- Melie Bianco Bag Set – I’ve been seeing bags with bag charms and different purse straps everywhere. Making your bag super ornate is in this season. I love this bag from Melie Bianco, because it’s simple. The simplicity makes it the perfect bag to add all the charms you want.
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LUST-HAVE LIST: December 2024
LUST-HAVE LIST: December 2024
As usual, my December Lust-Have List is also my Christmas Wishlist! I sure I’m not the only one that feels like their Christmas wishlist shows just how much of an adult they are now. For example, I have daily planner and electric kettle on my list. WHO AM I?!
Well, keep reading to see everything I want this year and why.
LUST-HAVE LIST: December 2024
- Daily Planner – I think I need daily planner that’s exclusively for my desk at work. I like this one because not too big to take up space BUT to big to take home in my purse. I prefer to leave work at work.
- Nespresso Double Shot Pods – These double shot Nespresso pods were my favorite was to receive my caffeine last year. Was it too much caffeine to have more than one a day? You asking too many questions, just know that I want these back in my life ASAP. The Melozio pod was smooth like coffee but with the effect of a slap and punch to the face. Loved it so much!
- Wrist and Ankle Weights – I’m long overdue in getting a pair of weighted bracelets, but better late than never and on someone else’s dime. The will help elevate my hot girl walks and at-home workouts. This on Amazon are affordable and adjustable!
- Platform Vans – Honestly, my spring and summers haven’t been the same since I wore my platforms Vans to a regular height sole years ago. If I don’t get them for Christmas, I will have no other choice but to buy a pair myself. 🙁
- Electric Tea Kettle – I love my classic stove top kettle, but I think the electric (preferably cordless) would make nightly cups of tea quicker to enjoy. This is one the gifts I’m confident I’m getting from my sister. Not sure if it’s this exact one, but I’m sure it will look similar.
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EMPTIES: September 2024
EMPTIES: September 2024
I didn’t realize I never posted my September empties, but better late than never. Let’s go!
As you can tell from the photo, I used up a lot of hair products! Let’s start with the Mizani 25 Miracle Milk which is a leave-in conditioner. However, as the states, it’s more than a leave-in. This spray also help from protect from heat and environmental damage. I’m definitely getting this again.
Next up is the Amika Hydro Rush shampoo, which I definitely need to pick up soon. The reason being is this shampoo when combined with the conditioner helped keep my curly hair moisturized and under control. I still have the conditioner left, which is weird. I used to always run out of the conditioner first. However, ever since I learned how to properly wash and condition my hair, I have more conditioner left. I might write a mini post about that one day. I also used up the Amika Curl Corps enhacing gel for curls. An amazing gel that define my gels without making them hard and crunchy. I want and need this gel back in my life.
My skin was acting up with breakouts everywhere! The breakouts were caused by a mixture of hormones and stress. When this happens, I immediately grab tube of PanOxyl. No matter what other products I try for acne, this product never fail to get the job done. However, I learned the best way to use this product is to use it consistently – not when breaking out. So, I use this product every other night, which has definitely helped.
When I got a facial a couple month ago, my esthetician pointed out that some of the extraction she did were ingrown hair. Therefore, she suggested I start using a physical exfoliator at least once a week Luckily, I had this Murad Exfoliating cleanser and it did the job. Plus, this cleanser exfoliates to help the skin absorb and hold moisture. Such great multi-purpose cleanser.
The Rhyme & Reason Quinch & Curl Leave-In conditioner definitely lives up to it’s name. Unfortunately, this conditioner became too heavy for my hair and I had to start diluting it not weigh my hair down. Still, it was great while it lasted and got my hair through some brittle cold weather last year.
One of the first eye cream I ever bought was Origins GinZing Brightening Eye Cream when I was in college many years ago. They have introduced new version, but the OG formula is still so good. Another Murad product I think highly of is their Retinol Youth Renewal serum. My bestie has amazing and uses this as her retinol, which means I had to give it a try. It’s great low dose type of retinol for some one looking to test the retinol/retinoid waters.
Finally, speaking of waters, the REPLICA Beach Walk smells exactly like the name suggest, which helped me little as I didn’t get a beach vacation this year. : (
Have any questions about the products in this EMPTIES post? Ask below or DM me on IG!
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