Got Makeup Wipes?

I've said it before and I'll say it again. College life is stressful. Living in a small space (luckily we have a sink) but sharing a bathroom with a ton of other people, schlepping down the hall with a literal bucket of soap and towels and deodorant and my whole morning regimen is really getting old. But, as you know, this is only my first year so I've got a ways to go!

Plus that's just the "not so fun" part - I must admit, everything else is pretty cool.

Anyway, right now I'm struggling with trying to find a good makeup remover towelette. They are just so much more convenient for dorm life. I had been using the Target brand with great success but recently ran out. My mom mailed me some "Yes to Cucumbers" wipes that worked well (meaning it took the makeup off completely) but they burned my skin. As you know, I struggle with breakouts from time time and so depending on the "time" some wipes work on certain days and not on others.

Target wipes are only sold in the stores and I don't have a car at school so I can't order online. Somebody told me that the Pond's wipes work well (and for all I know they might be the same as the Target wipes). I've tried Almay, Neutrogena, you name it.

Any suggestions?

p.s. Drugstore.com is da bomb!!

My New Favorite Tea (This Week)

This has been a really crazy week and it's only Tuesday! Thank God for care packages from home. Along with a box of Advil and chocolate popcorn, my mom sent me this new tea from Lipton. At least, I think it's new because I haven't had it before. It's called White Mangosteen and Peach. The aroma is better than a Yankee Candle and the flavor is awesome.

Just what I needed for my stress headache and before I go to my next class.

Life is short - drink more tea!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Nothing says "I love you" like great lashes! So, instead of waiting for someone else to make me smile, I bought myself a treat. I'd been wanting to try the Maybelline One By One Volum’ Express Mascara since it launched and what better time than today!

I love most Maybelline mascara and am looking forward to seeing what all these tiny 'one by one' brushes really do! Can't wait to try it tonight when I go out. Stay tuned for a full review!

Make someone happy today! Remember, Valentine's Day only comes once a year.

Simonie

Just Throw It In the Bag!

One thing that I am NOT enjoying about college life is doing laundry. I took our washer and dryer for granted at home. I just didn't appreciate it being there. I guess I didn't think about people who don't have a washer and dryer in their home or college students who have to share four washers (four, I tell you) for a whole dorm full of people. That's a lot of dirty clothes. And I seem to have this knack for always making it down to the basement just as someone grabs the last washer. I want to SCREAM! I don't - cuz then people would think I'm weird and that doesn't do much for one's social life.

Anyway, thanks to this really cool laundry bag , at least I solicit friendly conversation. Even a poor, struggling college student can look rich. :)

("Money Bag" Designed by Jan Habraken for Kikkerland)

Peace and Bubbles,

Simonie

I Got A New Flat Iron!!

I'm so excited. I just received a new Infrashine "original Red Line" flat iron. I've been using a Metropolis for the last few months and then the plate fell out. What's up with that??? I know I've had bad hair days, but really, I've never broken a flat iron!

Right now, I'm rocking the "naturally curly" thing but stay tuned for the Infrashine Original Red Line Flat Iron review coming soon. If it's anything close to as magical as my Infrashine Blow Dryer - and I'm sure it is - I will love it.

You can check out the Infrashine line on their website:

www.infrashine.com

Have a great hair day!

Simonie

When You Can't Afford a Trip to the Spa - SpaRitual Nail Polish

I've been feeling so stressed lately. And they say that color has a lot to do with your mood. So, while browsing my favorite drug store last night, I ran across this SpaRitual nail enamel. I'm pretty much an "OPI Gal," but this polish is just a couple bucks more and I often have a tough time getting my OPI open after it's been sitting a while. SpaRitual's patented Plum (TM) cap is supposed to alleviate that problem.

Anyway, the colors are super fun. If anyone has tried it, let me know. I'd love to hear your comments.

Simonie!

Smokey-I by Almay (So Easy My Mom Can Do It!)

As you know, I love the "Smokey Eye" look. But it can be expensive to get and takes a little work. My mom always wants the "smokey eye" effect but she is sort of. . .let's say, "makeup challenged."

Anyway, Almay has a new product from their "Intense i-color" line called "Smokey-I." I got this one for brown eyes at Walgreen's for 7.99. You can probably even find it cheaper on sale or at some other places.

It goes on better if you use your own applicator instead of the ones that come with the kit. However, if you're a "makeup on the go gal," then the Almay applicators (2 come in each set) should work just fine.

It's not the greatest "smokey eye" look on the planet, but the effect is definitely there. The thing I like about Almay is that it's hypoallergic and the price is perfect for a college student.

There's "Smokey-I" for blue eyes and green eyes too.

Simonie