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#TravelDiaries: 6 Beauty Items for Beach Weather

I'd love to travel south with nothing but a bathing suit packed, but in reality there are products that I just can't live without when I'm lounging on the beach.

Between the swimming and the sun-bathing, your skin deserves some TLC on vacation. These products will help you combat shine, keep you smooth and perfectly sun-kissed during any beach vacation. 

1. Dermalogica Super Sensitive Shield SPF30 Some sunscreens can clog your pores and cause your skin to become oily and prone to breakouts on vacation. Opt for a noncomedogenic formula instead and use a medicated, oil-free treatment moisturizer with SPF30 or more.

2. Clarins Beauty Flash Balm This beauty boosting cream is by far my favourite product ever. When it's too hot to wear anything but sunscreen on your face, a little dabb along your cheeks and around your eyes will instantly revive tired and dehydrated skin. With revitalizing algae, olive and witch hazel extract it helps to smooth the skin's surface while tightening and boosting radiance.

3. TATCHA Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers If you're feeling greasy but don't want to lose the coverage of your sunscreen, blotting papers can absorb excess oil without removing SPF. Soak up the shine with these whisper-thin leaflets made of 100% natural abaca leaf and gold flakes.

4. Rimmel London Natural Bronzer Ditch your compact for a mineral bronzer that will compliment your temporary sun-kissed complexion. This light, bronzing powder is dermatologist-tested with an enhanced waterproof mineral formula to ensure a lasting beachside glow. 

5. Consonant Skin Perfecting Body Scrub Most people avoid exfoliating on vacation in fear of losing their tan. In actuality, it helps to maximize your tanning potential by removing dead cells that build up on the surface of your skin. This exfoliating scrub was formulated with the experts at Toronto's FUZZ Wax Bar to help moisturize and prevent ingrown hairs through a combination of sugar, salt and a moisturizing glycerin base.

6. RoC Soleil Protexion+ After Sun Sitting in the sun and swimming in salt water can really dry out your skin. This soothing after-sun balm is made with shea butter and panthenol to hydrate skin, helping it to recover from exposure to the elements.

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#TravelDiaries: 7 Products for Your Carry-On Bag

When it comes to bringing beauty items on board, having the right product can make all the difference in looking and feeling refreshed. Between the bad lighting, cramped corners and dry, stale air it's no wonder why flying can do some damage to your skin.

My flight to Bangkok was nearly 25 hours with stopovers in Vancouver, Korea and a quick fuel up in Taipei - the worst itinerary ever. With an incessant travel schedule and no time to freshen up, these TSA-friendly beauty products helped me manage.

     1. RoC Multi-Actions Make-Up Remover Wipes Being on an airplane is no excuse for skipping your daily skincare regime. Since washing your face in an onboard bathroom can be tough, cleansing wipes are a convenient and efficient option. These alcohol-free RoC wipes combine nonionic emulsion surfactant and cleansing oil to help clean and sooth skin without drying it out. 

2. Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant The number one issue for skin when flying is dryness due to air changes inside the cabin. This cult favourite combines petrolatum with vitamin E to help moisturize and relieve chapped and cracked skin, reduce roughness, comfort abrasions and sooth skin irritations. It also acts as a de-reddening, anti-inflammatory agent. It's the Superman of moisturizers.

3. Kiehl's Lip Balm #1 Avoid dry mouth and chapped lips by drinking lots of water on the flight and regularly moisturizing your pout. I like this one because it's virtually tasteless, scent free and easy to apply.

4. Vicks VapoInhaler Dry air can also take a toll on your ears, nose and throat by causing irritated sinuses to swell and make pressure worse. A nasal decongestant will ease the swelling and inflammation, leading to easier breathing and unplugged ears.

5. Revlon File 'N Peel 6-in-1 File While I don't condone the use of using polish on a plane, having a nail file is great for odourless, quick fixes. This one is made up of layers that you can lift and discard when they get dull to reveal fresh surfaces underneath. 

6. Mai Couture Foundation Powder Papier These innovative wipes help combat shine and prepare your skin for any plans after landing. Mai Couture foundation paper lets you ditch the compact for a fast and flawless alternative, helping to instantly mattify skin without a full makeup application. It's also Zoe Report fave.       

7. Hollywood Fashion Secrets Deodorant Wipes Long flights and tight corners make it difficult to stay fresh. When your stopover doesn't allow time for a shower, deodorant wipes are a good runner-up. These individually sealed towelettes are great to bring on board and toss in the garbage after one use.

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#TravelDiaries: Top 4 Beauty Travel Accessories

Sawasdee! I've recently returned from a trip to Thailand which thankfully, just happened to overlap with the polar freeze here in Toronto. Since I'm still coming to terms with the fact that I'm home, and it's unbearably cold, my next few posts will be entirely travel-centric. I'm hoping it will take our minds off all of this slush.

There are a slew of things to consider when prepping your travel beauty regime, and in my case, things can get even more complicated if you plan on living out of a backpack for the duration of your trip. Before even thinking about which product to haul along, make sure you have the right travel accessories to keep things clean, organized and compact.

1. Forever 21 Geo Travel Bottle Set You likely have more than enough products to take with you on vacation, so why buy travel-size when you can make use of the things you already have? Travel pots and spray bottles make it easy to bring along your favourite beauty products without having to scavenge for a pint-size version.

2. Stephanie Johnson Miami Medium Zip Cosmetics Case The best way to keep track of products in your carry-on is with a transparent pouch. Using a clear bag saves time and confusion, which comes especially in handy when you're bound to a middle seat and yearn for lip balm mid-flight.

3. Sephora Collection The Weekender If you're anything like me, your makeup bag could probably shed a few pounds to make it vacation-appropriate. Try and limit yourself to the basics: your favourite eyeshadow, a couple lipsticks and a great bronzer for nights out. If you need more space, opt for a cosmetics weekender bag. With zippered compartments and a seven-piece brush holder, this one has room for all the makeup you want to bring without neglecting any essentials.

4. Contents Basic Black Cosmetic Valet The thing you need most. A hanging cosmetics bag is the perfect travel companion, keeping all your toiletries and beauty products organized and easily accessible. Hang this pouch up on one of the hooks in your hotel washroom and it's kind of like a portable vanity. Kind of.

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Avocado Beauty Hacks with @MissAvaCado

I don't mean to start things off with shameless self promotion, but MAN do I make a mean guacamole. Friends will back me up on this. I could eat it all day if my waistline wasn't so against the idea, but I do try and fit avocados into my diet whenever possible since:

They work as a "nutrient booster" by helping your body absorb more fat-soluble nutrients

They contain good unsaturated fats that help lower blood cholesterol levels

They provide nearly 20 essential vitamins and minerals including potassium, folic acid, and vitamins B, E and K

With all these great nutritional properties, why should anyone stop at simply digesting this green super fruit (yes, it's a fruit)? It's time to start slopping it all over your body!

Most people don't know that avocados are nutrient-dense and contain unsaturated oils that have an incredible moisturizing effect on skin. Rich in potassium and vitamins, avocados and avocado oils have been used for years to help trigger the production of collagen; reducing wrinkles and enhancing skin tone. 

Last night I was invited to attend a DIY beauty event with Avocados from Mexico and Janine Falcon from BEAUTYGEEKS. Paired with a fabulous manicure by the technicians at Tips Nail Bar, beauty bloggers like myself were treated to a moisturizing hand treatment using the best avocados (from Mexico, of course).

Amped up with egg whites and lemon juice, the avocados left my hands feeling incredibly soft. The perfect canvas for a fresh manicure! Here is the recipe for the avocado hand treatment, which can also be used as a face mask:

Ingredients

1/4 fully ripened avocado from Mexico

1 egg white

2 tablespoons rolled oats

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

In a bowl, mash avocado until smooth. Add egg white, oats and lemon juice

Massage into hands and leave on for 20 minutes

Rinse with warm water and pat dry

Since this recipe only calls for egg whites, Janine had a great idea to use the remaining yolk for an avocado hair mask! Full of fats and proteins to help revive your strands, the yolk mixed with one avocado and a splash of olive oil will create a nourishing hair treatment. The best time to apply is in the shower, since the heat opens up your hair follicles and allows the mask to penetrate deep into the hair shaft.

This isn't my first rodeo with avocado, however. I've used it once before with strawberries in a face mask perfect for oily and/or acne prone skin. It's amazing! Not to mention the left over avocado - guacamole anyone?

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My Shoe Moment: CAT Womens SS13

Every girl deserves a moment to talk about shoes (OMG, shoes!) and this lookbook is totally worth the interruption. From workwear to womenswear, the SS13 Cat Womens collection effortlessly merges Caterpiller's iconic rough-and-tough aesthetic with city girl chic.

Unlike the brand's male-focused counterpart, their womens collection is filled with feminine cuts and dainty hues. Eye-catching pastels are perfect for Spring, and the leather sandals prove that you don't have to compromise style for quality footwear.

My favourite pair from the SS13 collection have to be the Worksong oxfords. I love how Cat has taken a traditional mens style and transformed it into a softer, versatile shoe for women. These oxfords can be paired with almost anything, from summer shorts and skirts to distressed denim. Not to mention, they come in a range of pretty pastels that make choosing a pair that much more difficult.

Check out the Cat Footwear website for more info on the upcoming collection.

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The Cools x Bobbi Brown #PrettyPowerful Skateboarding Lesson

Fashion's latest social marketplace for the style minded, The Cools has partnered up with beauty guru Bobbi Brown to celebrate #PrettyPowerful girls from the fashion startup's hometown.

The NYC initiative and curated shopping mecca brought pro skater Eli Reed on board (literally) for a nothing-short-of-chic skateboarding lesson in Thompkins Square Park. What's better than watching ten women take a stab at the male dominated sport? Watching some of the city's most powerful women do the deed in some killer swag.

Check out the video below featuring ten of The Cools' pretty powerful friends including The Man Repeller Leandra Medine, Victorias Secret model Jessica Hart, The Cut's Kat Stoeffel, Refinery 29's Annie Georgia Greenberg, Bazaar's Chrissy Rutherford, and True Blood actress, Anastasia Ganias.

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The Blogger Market: Virtual Pop-Up Shop

Big retailers have been using pop-up shops more frequently to stand out in the harsh consumer climate. Promoting a temporary retail space, unannounced and in an unconventional way (like covert or purpose-built venues) has become a huge trend in the realm of retail. Using the factors of exclusivity and surprise that can be found in open air performances and art galleries, pop-up retail is an initiative that makes shopping spontaneous and exciting for consumers.

Earlier this year we heard about online retailers including eBay, eLuxe and even smaller initiatives like Toronto-based Koopdekour hosting pop-up spaces unannounced. That concept has now seemed to flip from creating a tangible online store to bloggers and brands hosting shops via e-commerce. 

The "Blogger Market" is a project that very much employs the idea of pop-up retail in an online space. Kelsi Smith of Dedicated Follower of Fashion explains that the idea was inspired by a flea market where bloggers sold off their belongings. She then came up with the idea of running a series of blogger curated online stores, creating a temporary retail space with e-commerce.       

Top bloggers were invited to select their picks from a group of emerging brands and artisans like d.RA and  Jenny Dayco, curating a collection of pieces in the first ever Blogger Market Pop-Up initiative. Keep an eye out for gift shop items curated by bloggers Kelly Golightly, Tobruck Ave, Honey & Silk, Snakes Nest and Kelsi Smith.

The virtual pop-up shop will be open until December 15th and features clothing, beauty products and covetable accessories via www.thebloggermarket.com.

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4 Winter Beauty Tips Inspired by Summer Rituals

Even though it is only beginning to feel like winter in Toronto, the recent influx of brisk Ontario air is a subtle reminder of what's to come. While most people adjust their beauty routines in preparation for the cold winter months, it's not quite time to throw in the towel on those warm weather beauty rituals.

      Nail Maintenance Bring your toes out of hibernation! Winter pedicures should be a frequent indulgence, since your feet are tucked away inside your shoes all season long. The tight clutch of your toes inside of closed toe boots and shoes can cause scuffing of the nails, which can lead to fungal infections.

SPF and Sun Protection It may not be tanning weather, but the sun can be just as strong during winter months. Cold temperatures do not influence UV rays from being emitted and snow reflection can cause things like sunburns and snow blindness. Protect your skin in the winter with a daily moisturizer that includes SPF protection. Since your skin won't be as tanned, I'd suggest using a tinted moisturizer with an SPF of at least 15.

       Exfoliate and Moisturize Keep your complexion fresh during the winter by exfoliating weekly. Cooler air can cause dry skin and scaly lips, so keep your complexion looking vibrant by exfoliating then locking in moisture with a lush body cream or vaseline.

There is however one beauty ritual that IS encouraged to kick come colder weather, and it also happens to be one of the best parts of fall and winter fashion.

A Season Sans Shaving Take advantage of the plethora of long sleeves and pants by letting your hair grow out a little longer than you normally would. Cooler months are the perfect time to start a wax or laser hair removal plan because it provides ample time to prepare your hair for the process.

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Five Secrets to Lip Perfection this V-Day

Treat your lips to a little TLC and prep your pout for its busiest day of the year: Valentine's Day! Nourishing lip care will have your peckers looking more kissable than ever, and here are my secrets for obtaining the perfect pout.

Always BUFF your lips before applying any product. What works best to exfoliate your lips? I use an old toothbrush.                                              

MOISTURIZE your lips on a daily basis for instant hydration. My go-to product is Thursday Plantation’s Tea Tree Lip Balm. This magic stick not only moisturizes lips, but also helps to prevent infections and cold sores. The 100% pure tea tree oil works as an antibacterial and antiseptic agent, while shea butter keeps your pout soft and supple. Consider this stuff lip care GOLD!                                      

PRIME your pout to ensure long lasting colour and shine. Primer works great for smoothing out the surface of your lips before applying product. I use MAC Prep + Prime Lip as a base underneath everything from stains to gloss.                                  

LINE your lips with a pencil to create a barrier for your lip colour, and keep it from bleeding. Since I tend to wear lip gloss more than lipstick, my ultimate go-to product is Cargo Cosmetic's Reverse Lip Liner. The skin-tone liner is applied to the outside of the lip and blended out, creating the perfect lip line.

Grab a tissue and BLOT your lips to get rid of excess emollients and colour. This step is essential for Valentine's Day, since you don't want your product rubbing off on to your sweetie!

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Product Test: KORRES Natural Skin Care

I was recently introduced to KORRES, a Greek company dedicated to implementing eco-friendly production methods and natural materials.

KORRES uses entirely herbal extrac­tions and home­opatic reme­dies found in Athens, employing Nobel Prize winning research to produce their range of organic hair and skin care products.

                  For the past few weeks I've been using a number of KORRES products, including the brand's best selling Quercetin and Oak Antiaging & Antiwrinkle creams (which just happen to be clinically proven, natural alternatives to Retinol).

I couldn't help but notice how quickly I fell in love with this brand! Here's what I thought of some of the products: Quercetin & Oak Antiaging & Antiwrinkle Creams (Night and Eye) Despite the lightweight texture of these formulas, the night and eye creams go on feeling entirely opaque. With less than a dime-sized amount of product, the cream goes on smooth and easily, leaving my skin feeling completely hydrated. Basil Lemon Body Butter My absolute FAVE! I legit haven't stopped using this stuff since I opened the bottle. This moisturizer is lush and nourishing, with hints of shea butter, quince extracts, and almond and avocado oils. The fresh citrus scent is an added bonus! Wild Rose Face & Eye Serum I've always been weary about brightening creams, and I tend to leave "line smoothing" in the hands of my makeup primer. Since using the KORRES Wild Rose Serum, I've noticed a slight change in the pigments surrounding my eyes. This product works well for what is does, but don't discourage the use of H2O when it comes to hydrating your complexion!

It's not often that you come across an effective skin care line that not only employs organic materials and production methods, but also lives up to its promises. If you're looking for an all-natural, organic alternative for your beauty regime, don't hesitate to take a look at the KORRES skin care collection.

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DIY Glitter Nail Polish

Instead of searching to find the perfect sparkly laquer, why not whip up a batch of your own personal shade?

Switch up your nails with a dash of shimmer courtesy of this DIY recipe.

                                                                         www.suchprettythings.typepad.com

This homemade recipe is easy to do, while allowing you to personalize your blend. Follow this basic DIY tutorial to create a shimmery polish customized to your liking.

Tools:

Loose glitter

Half a bottle of clear nail polish

Tinted nail polish (optional)

Directions:

Purchase some loose glitter in your desired shade from your local crafts store. The smaller the glitter is, the more opaque your nail polish will be.

Choose a nail polish shade that compliments the colours of your glitter. Mix some of the enamel right into the clear nail polish to add depth. Doing this will also help make your polish more opaque.

Funnel glitter into the clear polish, until 3/4 quarters of the bottle is full

Shake up your homemade blend to reveal a shimmery new shade.

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Celebrity Style: The Undercut

  Consider this my official ode to the undercut. Faded, styled, or simply shaved, this hard rock hair style is my favourite look of the season. P.S. I have one.

     Some noteworthy celebs rock this hard-hitting style, and I'm not just talking about the members of Arcade Fire. More and more females are taking the plunge and shaving the sides of their heads in the name of fierce fashion.

          This side-swept style is undeniably daring, but with the right attitude and confidence anyone can pull it off. Cassie and Mel B cut straight to the scalp, but leaving a little more hair looks just as great.

          Edgy designs and punk rock shag make working this hairdo a funky feat. Despite what you may think, shaving the side of your hair will not result in a lack of styling options. Playing around with length and design can be fun and creative. Take advantage of your short section before letting it grow out for good.

     Since getting my undercut I've played around a bunch with designs. Check out some of the work done by Dwight Evans Murray from Miami Fades:

                                              ...and then there was that time I let my drunk friends shave my head. Good times.

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Luxe Box: Bringing Savvy Samples to my Doorstep

Following a beauty regime can be daunting in its own right. With so many products on the market, simply finding the right cosmetics for your skin can be difficult and expensive. Plenty of brands provide free product samples to try and cure our beauty blunders, allowing consumers to test products out before fully committing to them.                

     The process of trying luxury beauty brands just became a whole lot easier. The Luxe Box is a subscription service that delivers a tiny box of beauty to your doorstep every month. Brands that have been featured in previous Luxe Boxes include Clinique, Stila and China Glaze. The company providing this chic little service is Loose Button, a Toronto-based start up that launched last year.         

     I was introduced to the Luxe Box last month, and despite a lengthy Canada Post strike, I finally got my gift from Loose Button in the mail :) The beautiful packaging and luxurious presentation was adorable.

     I'm going to be honest, it kind of felt like my birthday.        

     The trendy little box contained three sample products: Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant, Joico Color Therapy Restorative Styling Oil and a shimmery Laura Mercier Eye Shadow. The package also came with a personalized information card, describing each product in detail with their retail value.        

     For $10.99/month, you can subscribe to the service and become a member to start receiving samples. The Luxe Box contains three to five "deluxe-sized" beauty products, which are larger than the standard sample size that brands normally distribute for free. Each box is tailored to its Luxe member's personal beauty profile, containing information on things like hair colour and complexion.

     The Loose Button Luxe Box service allows brands to better target their customers, while the consumer benefits by getting only specific products that work for them.

     Sign up for the Luxe Box online by visiting the Loose Button website.

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Obsessed! Goody Spin Pin

                                  One hair styling tool that has been around for ages and will never go out of style is the bobby pin. Now imagine a bobby pin primped and perfected into a hair-holding, style-stabling, and bun-bounding tool. 

     Goody's Spin Pin is my superhero style accessory and I am totally obsessed. This cute little tool from the Simple Styles collection gives you perfect hair in no time, with minimal skill and effort.

       The corkscrew-shaped pin holds your bun in place all day, without having to deal with hairspray and a slew of bobby pins holding things together.

     To use the product, pull hair into a ponytail and wrap strands into a tight bun. Twist two Spin Pins into each end to secure the bun from both sides. The pins are simple to use and remove, without leaving behind any marks on your hair.

     The product is a little over priced but considering the results, I'd say its worth the money. My thick, long hair can never hold styles secured by bobby pins, but the Spin Pin has made the ballerina bun a lot more attainable for me and my wavy roots. This simple tool is a summer essential, creating instant updos and chic chignons.

LOVESIT.

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Product Review: VS Summer Fragrance Collection

The sexy staff at Victoria's Secret Beauty were kind enough to send me samples of their summer fragrances. The collection features the Bombshell Summer scent that was introduced during the VS Summer Bombshell Tour.

     A great summer fragrance is fresh, crisp and flirty. This limited-edition collection consists of four sultry scents inspired by existing Victoria's Secret fragrances; tweaked and tampered to become suitable for summer months. The retro packaging is bright and vibrant, designed to look and feel as sexy as it smells.

                        Victoria's Secret Bombshell Summer Juicy Grapefruit, Black Currant, Lily of the Valley      This fun, spirited scent is the perfect combination of juicy citrus and pretty florals. The product goes on a bit pungent but quickly fades into a fresh, playful fragrance. The bright scent lasts all day long and I get nothing but compliments each time I wear it. Bombshell Summer is definitely the break-out star of this collection.

                                             Dream Angels Heavenly Summer Bright Peony, Coconut Water and Soft Woods      I'm crazy about this fragrance because it's soft and ultra feminine. The original Heavenly perfume is known for its romantic musk, but this limited-edition scent has just the right amount of tropical zest to make it entirely suitable for summer.

                                            Very Sexy Summer Forbidden Apple, White Freesia and Creamy Sandalwood      In my opinion the juiciest of the collection, this perfume has a lush blend of sultry wood and fresh fruit. Don't get me wrong, it definitely smelled sexy, but I found that this frisky fragrance was a bit strong and only suitable for after dark.

                                  Sexy Little Things Noir Summer Pink Guava, Mediterranean Jasmine and Musk      This is my favourite fragrance of the bunch. Victoria's Secret is known for its ability to make a woman feel sexy and when it comes to their beauty products, things are no different. Not only does Noir Summer smell irresistible, but the packaging is also way too cute. Who doesn't love antique perfume bottle designs?

Eau de Parfum: $49 - $55 Body Mist: $25 Body Lotion: $20

     If perfume is too heavy for you in the heat, opt for your favourite summer scent in a body mist or scented lotion. The Victoria's Secret Summer Fragrance Collection is available for a limited time until September 2011, exclusively at Victoria's Secret stores and online at VictoriasSecret.com.

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2011 Summer "Haircessory" Trends

    Feather Hair Extensions      Feather extensions have been popular for months and this season has the perfect weather to unleash these lavish hair accessories. They are available in a number of styles, colours and sizes; quick and easy enough to apply yourself.

     Many of the feathers used in salons are the same ones used in fish tackle boxes. Despite it seeming impossible, only a few tools are needed when it comes to doing this yourself. Most of the tools you need to apply the extensions can be found at your local craft store.

     If you're weary of tackle box feathers, you can always buy your hair extensions online at websites like Fine Featherheads and Hair Flairs.

              Braided Hair Headband       A plaited headband is a fun way to express your inner hair goddess. A braid adds depth and texture to your look, making it the perfect accessory to liven up a simple style. For a more earthy take, braid your natural hair and pin the ends together with a decorative pin.      Sephora Collection and Kaboodle always have these braided headbands in stock.

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Music Festival Makeup: Bonnaroo Beauty

Music festival season is finally here!!      ..and also responsible for the recent standstill of Blogged Pores. Sorry about that.

            For the past week I have been Bonnaroo-bound, basking in Tennessee heat and bathing in sink water - despite what you may think, it was actually quite enjoyable. I can't describe the feeling of becoming one with dirt and embracing the sweaty, dusty environment for what it is. Bonnaroo or Bust! No time for cleanliness here!

     Regardless of my dedication to the music festival craft, I do write a beauty blog and I do like to feel refreshed. Over the years I have put together a list of Bonnaroo beauty essentials, which have gotten me through even the grimiest of times - mud fight, anyone? Here are my top picks when it comes to music festival makeup:

                                    Cleansing Face Wipes      Travel wipes are the best way to clean your face throughout the day. Choose a product that moisturizes your skin while gently removing grime and makeup.

                              Waterproof Mascara      Tennessee in particular is way too hot for any makeup, but if you do choose to wear product opt for waterproof whenever possible. Avoid putting mascara on your bottom lashes, since sweating can sometimes cause dark circles to appear.

                                   Travel Nail Kit      After the first few hours, you start getting used to the fact that your tan is actually just layers of filth. Looking down at your hands and seeing what's caught in your nails, well that is a whole different story! This will come in handy for cleaning, fixing a split nail, or just plain old campsite primping.

                                   Sunblock Stick      I'm not promoting you go all Baywatch and layer SPF on top of your nose, but sunblock sticks can really come in handy when you're far from your tent and need to re-apply. Use the stick on your most sensitive areas, like the face and shoulders.

                                          Aloe Spray Gel      Provide relief to sunburns with an aloe after sun treatment. I like to use the spray gel products to avoid any direct contact with the burn. Try putting aloe into a spray bottle with water for a refreshing way to cool down in the heat.

                                            Moisturizing Lip Balm      With outrageous heat and humidity, your lips can take a lot of damage. Avoid chapped, sunburned lips by applying a moisturizing SPF lip balm throughout the day. Watch out for pesky sun blisters too, I always bring a medicated cream just in case.

                            Floppy Sun Hat      Stay stylish and sun-conscious is by wearing the perfect floppy sun hat. Not only will it shade your face, but it also makes you look completely music festival chic.

                                       Body Paint      Come on, it's Bonnaroo!