Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Blistex Review

Blistex is my favorite chapstick brand and I have been using it every single day for years. I always keep a chapstick in every room of the house and in my purse. Here is a review of the products I've tried in the order of favorite to least favorite.


Medicated Lip Balm
I always have this one with me.
Texture: Not too hard and not too soft
Consistency: Glides on and stays on
Scent: Minty/Medicated, not bad



Complete Moisture
I like this one a lot too.
Texture: A little on the soft side
Consistency: Glides on easily
Scent: Fresh



Silk & Shine
Gives lips a slight shine.
Texture: Hard
Consistency: Feels thin
Scent: Nice




Medicated Mint Lip Balm
I like the minty flavor
Texture: A little on the hard side
Consistency: Regular
Scent: Mint



Raspberry Lemonade Blast
I thought I'd like the flavor but it's annoying to smell it all day
Texture: Hard
Consistency: Regular
Scent: Very strong raspberry lemonade




Medicated Lip Ointment
I don't like the medicated smell
Texture: Very soft, almost liquidy
Consistency: Too thin, doesn't stay on
Scent: Very medicated



Lip Fusion Moisture Splash
Makes lips look oily
Texture: Oil
Consistency: Very thin and does not stay on
Scent: Nice



Fruit Smoothies
These are my least favorite. They have a weird smell.
Texture: Very hard
Consistency: Hard to put on
Scent: Gross


Overall, Blistex makes great chapsticks and I would recommend any of these (esp. the top 4) for chapped lips. I probably wouldn't recommend the Fruit Smoothies but different people might perceive the flavor differently. The medicated ones are great for severely chapped lips or if you're going to be in severe weather conditions. It's important to wear chapstick every single day, and to choose one with SPF. Lips don't tan, they burn! 

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

First Boots of the Season

It's finally cold enough for boots! Today I'm wearing one of my favorite pairs. I love the little bow on the side and the comfy kitten heel. I can walk forever in these boots. ♥


Sunday, November 6, 2011

Don't Leave Home Without These!

One of my most favorite makeup products is the mark. hook up! You can create over 7500 combinations of 2 makeup products by connecting them with a little connector piece.






There are lip glosses, eyeliners, mascaras, concealers, brushes, perfumes, skin care products and many more. I always have at least 2 sets in my purse. They are great space savers and so convenient to have. Here are some of my favs:


mark Hook Up Angled Eyeshadow Brush

mark Good Riddance Hook Up Concealer

mark On The Edge Hook Up Liquid Eyeliner

mark Glow Baby Glow Luxe Hook Up Lip Gloss

mark Scanda-Lash Hook Up Mascara
mark Kiss Dry Goodbye Lip Smoother


Get them at: jfan.mymarkstore.com


The connector piece is FREE with every purchase of 2 hook up products! 
Shipping is also FREE on your first purchase with me...and always FREE with purchases of $25 and over =) 


Which 2 products would you hook up?

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Current Obsession: Coconut Water

Normally I only drink water but lately I've been really into trying different brands of coconut water. So far I've tried Goya, Faraon and Sprouts (a local farmer's market type grocery store only available in CA, AZ, CO and TX). I really like the Goya and Faraon ones cuz they have pulp. However, they also have sugar added, which means more calories. I've also tried another brand years ago (maybe Zico?) but I drank it un-chilled and it was disgusting! The key to coconut water is that it HAS to be chilled or else it will taste horrible.





Coconut water is considered nature's soft drink and claims to have many health benefits like: clears acne, increases metabolism, boosts immune system, rehydrates body (is isotonic), etc. I've only started drinking it so I will try out this little experiment and let you know if I feel any different.
Supposedly juice straight from a young coconut is the best but I haven't been ambitious enough to try yet. What are some of your favorite brands of coconut water?

A Walk On The Wild Side

My shoes and purse of the day!


Most Delish Lollipops

I don't really eat candy or like it very much but a few months ago I discovered these amazing gourmet lollipops made by See's Candies. They come in 4 flavors (in order of preference): Butterscotch, Vanilla, Café Latté, and Chocolate.




I'm having a Vanilla one right now! Yum!! These little cubes of joy make my day sweeter =)

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Let The Holiday Shopping Begin!

It's November 1st and that means it's time to start your holiday shopping! Luckily, mark. cosmetics has some great gift choices to choose from. I will be featuring them throughout the month. As a special promotion, if you spend $20, you can get this gorgeous Multifaceted Necklace for only $20! 





Choose from Jet or Smokey Mix to add some instant sparkle to a plain outfit. This necklace is perfect for those upcoming holiday parties. 


Get it at: jfan.mymarkstore.com