What's In My Travel Makeup Bag + Cabin Fun!

Hey cuties! I think I've mentioned before that I kind of like these "what's in my bag" posts because I'm a little nosy. I'll admit it. So I wanted to do this post where I stuffed all of my makeup and skincare into one small bag. I hope you guys like long posts, because this is one of those posts. There's also pictures and information about my cabin trip at the end!

P.S. I forgot to include my face primer, but I definitely brought that along with.

Being a beauty blogger, this was hard picking only the essentials to bring. Especially for me because I'm one who tends to over pack. Does anyone else have that problem?

1. Kiehl's Superbly Efficient Antiperspirant Deodorant Cream- Deodorant, not much to say. It was 90 degrees out the whole time we were at the cabin.

2. Cetaphil Moisturizer in an Etude House Moistful Cream Sample- I pumped some of my Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion into the empty Etude House sample because it has SPF 30 and I didn't want to bring the whole bottle.

3. Biotera Long and Healthy Shampoo- Got this at Sally's in the discount section.

 1. Covergirl Eyebrow Pencil- My eyebrows are transparent because they're blonde. I need to fill them in.

2. Up & Up Eyeliner Brush- A cheap brush I used for my eyebrows. It's not so good for liner.

3. Mystery Eyebrow Powder From Sally's- I don't know the brand of this powder, but it has two shades and I use it to darken my eyebrows in some parts with the liner brush.

4. Sally Girl Eyeshadow- For my brow bone and inner corners.

5. Loreal Eyeliner Brush- Came with the gel eyeliner

6. Loreal Gel Liner in Brown- This is great for tight-lining your upper lash line for the allusion of fuller lashes.

7. Sonia Kashuk Spooly Brush- To blend out eyebrows.

8. NYC Liquid Eyeliner- This is actually a really good liner for the price. If you're in a pinch, I suggest getting this.

1. Holika Holika Petit BB Cream- Don't think this needs an explanation. Review here

2. Rimmel London Match Perfection Concealer 125 Fair- My favorite drugstore concealer.

3. Maybelline Great Lash Clear Mascara- To set my brows.

4. Revlon Lip Butter in Juicy Papaya- Review here

5. Maybelline Fit Me Bronzer in Medium Bronze- Not a good bronzer, but it's the only one I own right now.

1. Maybelline Mega Plush Volume Express Mascara- Gotta have mascara!

2, Nevia Lip Butter- Review here

3, Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Pact- Review coming soon

4. Palladio Rice Paper Blotting Sheets- If you're an oily girl, blotting sheets are a must.

5. Epiduo Sample- My prescription acne medication. 

6. Makeup Sponge- To blend BB cream

7. Calvin Kein Perfume- So I don't stink.

Here's a sneak peek into my cabin weekend!

So, I went up with only my sisters and we got to hang out in the cabin that we share with my (very large) extended family. My great uncle actually built it and we've been coming back for generations. Because we are very Finnish, we have a lot of traditions like going into the sauna (yep, Uncle Wayne had to build a sauna), playing Finnish card games, we even have Finnish sayings plastered all over our walls. Some of my family members speak Finnish, but I can't so I don't know what it says. 

Anyway, here's the view from the dock. Like I said before, it was 90 degrees or higher the entire time we were up there so we hung out in our swim suites most of the time because we were going to end up jumping in the lake sooner or later. It was fun because I got a little bit of sun and I didn't have to wear pants the whole time! It was too hot for pants anyway.

I thought this was cute. My uncle always used to tell us stories about the trolls that lived on the island, but they always changed every year. Do you see my reflection in the window? That is probably the only appearance I will make in this post because I didn't have any makeup on and I didn't do my hair for two days. Who needs to look pretty at the cabin?

My favorite part was probably taking the canoe out onto the lake and there's this one part where it's almost all lily pads. The first time we went out, the blossoms were already closed up for the night. So we went out the next morning so I could get some pictures. They were soo pretty!

In the far left part of this picture, you can see a little bit of green on top of the lake, those were the lily pads. This was also taken from our dock.

You can never have enough pictures of the lake at sunset. We actually had to take the canoe out again to paddle around the island that was blocking the view. But it was totally worth it because I got a ton of pictures and the water was so calm because the wind died down and it was before all the night fishermen came out.

My sister and I both agreed that the tip of the canoe was a nice touch.

I have more pictures, but I thought that this post was long enough. The pictures of the makeup and skincare products were taken at my house because I knew I wasn't going to have enough time to take pictures at the cabin. We only stayed there for about two days but we got a lot done in that time frame.

Let me know how you liked this post! Do you prefer a beach or a lake getaway? I'm from Minnesota (A.K.A. The Land of 10,000 Lakes, but we have a lot more than 10,000) so I can't have a beach getaway. Or at least at this moment I can't. ;) See you next time!

Product Review: Rovlon Lip Butter in Peach Parfait, Berry Smoothie, and Juicy Papaya

Hey lip junkies! My collection of lip products is continuously growing because of all the bloggers I read. It makes me want to buy a ton of different brands, colors, and finishes. My wallet has been depleting very quickly since I started blogging. You guys make me want to buy everything!

Revlon seems to have a knack for lip products because once I got one lip butter, I wanted more. Over the past month (in between trips to the gas station and online shopping) I had collected three shades, Peach Parfait, Berry Smoothie, and Juicy Papaya.

First of all the packaging is very convenient because the cap is a similar shade to the bullet and the top is clear so you can see the actual product in the tube. So you know what shade you are getting and it's not just the name and sticker that's telling you what color it is.

I'm not sure where this product stands on the lipstick scale because it has the texture and moisturizing factor of a lip balm, but looks like a glossy lipstick. Since I'm not a huge lip junkie, I need the formula to be light or else I won't wear it.

Since the formula is so light, I found that the color payoff is only about 4 hours. I kinda let that slide because I think of it as a lipbalm instead of a lipstick, and my lipbalm does not last 4 hours.

Out of these shades, Peach Parfait will probably be my favorite. It's the perfect everyday color that has a bit of shimmer in it. Berry Smoothie will be used in the fall time when it's more appropriate to wear a slightly darker color. What I like is that it's not an in-your-face kind of color. And, Juicy Papaya is what I'm probably going to wear a lot in August because it's the last bit of summer and I can pull off a fun, bright lip.

Sorry I couldn't include pictures of what the colors look like on my lips, my camera was being stupid and wouldn't pick up the color. But the constancy is really build able so you can wear a little for a hit of color, or apply more for better vibrancy.

Pros

-Moisturizing

-Sheer color

-Light

-Nice packaging

-Cheap
-Build able

Cons

-Doesn't last very long

Overall- Love, love, LOVE these things. I think every girl (or guy) should have one in their collection. It's great for everyday wear and I will be using the heck out of them

Let me know if you've tried any of these lip butters and what you thought of them!

Product Review: Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Rendezvous

Hey cuties! I've never been one to wear anything other than lipbalm on my lips, but something came over me and I bought this Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in probably the brightest color they have, Rendezvous. It's this orange-ish, coral color that screamed summer. There is a lot of hype around this product and heard a lot of beauty gurus on youtube talk about it.

The packaging in this product is kind of interesting because it's not like other lipsticks. It comes with this plastic tube and the tip of the bullet is sort of cone-shaped which makes it easy to apply onto your lips. It's longer than a lipstick so it's not as convenient to shove in your push, but not by much.

I love the formula of this lipstain because it's slightly moisturizing, light, and it doesn't settle into the lines in your lips. You can either apply a small amount for a hint of color or build it up to get full vibrancy. You don't necessarily need a lip balm along with this, but I find that adding one makes it creamier. But it does have a minty scent, so if you're allergic to perfumes in makeup, then it's something to be aware of. I actually like the smell, so it's not a problem for me.

This picture doesn't really give this product justice because it's a lot more vibrant in real life. Though I like to have a light hand on anything that's very pigmented, the color is a lot more orange like you just got done eating a popsicle.

The lasting power for this product is amazing for something at the drugstore. I found that it lasts about 8+ hours and the swatch on my hand stayed there until later on the next day. The color fades very tastefully and sometimes looks even better than when you first applied it. I love how it lasts even when I eat, drink, and go throughout my day. 

This line is very hyped about, but I find that this is the only shade that might go with my skin tone. I feel like it's more aimed toward the warmer tones, and that's not me. ;) But if they ever come out with more, I'll look into buying some.

Pros

-Long lasting

-Build able color

-Smells like mint

-Slightly moisturizing

-Doesn't settle into cracks

-Fads nicely

Cons

-Wish they had more colors

So what do you guys think? Are you a lippy person? I went to the store and got another lip product yesterday and I'm contemplating on whether or not I should get another one today. Maybe I'm turning into a lipstick addict? I don't know, I see a lot of people with a wide range of colors and I felt a little behind. (I didn't have any at the moment, only lipbalm). Well, it's a working progress. But you can count on another lipstick review soon, that's for sure. See you guys next time! XD

Product Review: Nivea Lip Butter

Hello everyone! I know I'm a little late on the bandwagon, but I just recently got the Nivea Lip Butter at my local grocery store, and now I have a review!

The only flavor that was in stock was the Raspberry Rose Kiss, which is fine with me. I had originally wanted the vanilla flavor but now I'm in love with the raspberry. It's not an overpowering taste like some lip balms where it's like candy you just lick off your lips. 

The formula is super moisturizing and leave my lips soft and healthy. If I don't drink enough water, my lips get all cracked and gross. This really does replenish them really quickly and effectively. Just be warned, you want to use a small amount of this in public because it can leave a white cast over your lips. The first time I used it, I packed it on there and I looked like I was dying because all the color in my lips was gone.

This product is great for overnight lip conditioning. When I wake up, they are still soft from the night before. Also, I used this for a DIY lip scrub because I'm too cheap to buy an actual lip scrub.

Pros

-Very hydrating

-Smells great

-Very light

-Little goes a long way

-Great for DIY lip scrub

-Long Lasting

Cons

-Can take color out of your lips

-Have to use your finger to apply

Overall, I love this stuff. When I'm at home, I don't care that I look sickly if I put a lot on because it just feels so nice and soft, but at school, I make sure to go easy on applying it. I've been using this in the morning, night, and anytime in between for the past two weeks. Can't wait to try the other flavors. See you guys next time!