June All-Star Winner- What do I use Coconut Oil for in my beauty regimen?

Hello!

Today's post is my June All-Star Winner. Every month I pick a product that stood out to me and has won a place in my holy grail status. This month I picked my my Organic Coconut Oil. I know it's not makeup and it's not as exciting as blush or lipstick. However, coconut has so many wonderful beauty uses. So continue reading to find out what makes coconut oil worthy of being Junes All-star winner!

I found my coconut oil at Krogers for around $6-8.  It came in a glass jar with a metal lid that screws on. You can use it for cooking or beauty related reasons. 

On the back of the jar they wrote " an excellent skin moisturizer, lip balm or hair treatment". BUT what all can you use coconut oil for?

I use it for my...

Facial moisturizer

Makeup remover

 dry patches on my body

Undereye cream

Conditioning my hair

Softening my cuticles 

As a lip balm

Whitening teeth/ breath freshener 

Natural cheekbone highlight

Makeup Brush cleaner

Preventing stretch marks

How well does it work for all of the uses?

Facial moisturizer-  My Benefit Total Moisture Cream is now shoved to the back of my cabinet,because I found a new HOLY GRAIL moisturizer! Coconut Oil! Unlike commercial moisturizers, Coconut Oil is rich, goes deep into the skin and is naturally long-lasting... While still strengthening your skin tissue and removing build up from dead skin cells on the surface. So your left with a flake free canvas BUT it doesn't stop there. Coconut Oil contains fanatastic antibacterial & anti fungal properties. Which will fight acne and keep your skin clear and healthy. HELLO, beautiful skin!

I'm also worry free about my skin being dehydrated from the water based moisturizers or suffocation from petroleum-based creams. If applied lightly, Coconut Oil feels comfortable and breathable. I just can get enough! Plus, the smell is divine!  

Removing makeup-  I love using it to remove my foundation. On the nights that I need to remove my foundation I grab a tissue and rub some coconut oil on it. Then I gently rub the Coconut Oil on my face and all the makeup is gone!

Of course, no eyemakeup stands a chance against Coconut Oil. It breaks it all down, even waterproof mascara! Even better, your left with a hydrated eye! 

Moisturizing dry patches-  Coconut oil works wonders on dry patches. I'm left with soft skin everytime I use it.

Undereye cream-  Coconut Oil is great as an under eyes cream! It helps smooth out wrinkles, brightens the undereye area and keeps delicate eye tissue moisturized. I definitely see a difference when I use the oil!

Conditioning hair-  If you don't want to use Coconut Oil on your skin then be sure to at least use it on your hair. It makes it incredibly soft and people compliment on my hair after every use. If you want a tutorial let me know!

Softening cuticles-  It works just as well as a cuticle cream! I have very rough cuticles and Coconut Oil keeps them from peeling and cracking. All you have to do is gently message the oil onto your fingertips and they'll feel soft everytime. 

Lip balm treatment- Stock up for the winter and forgot about the Chapstick tubes that we all lose! Coconut Oil works even better and the results last longer! It's seriously like an angel came down and kissed your lips. Coconut moisurizes, softens and keeps the chapped feeling away!

Whitening teeth- Ok, don't expect a miracle. Have you heard of oil pulling? It's where you put a tea spoon of Cococut oil in your mouth and swish it around for 20 minutes. If used daily it should whiten your teeth and freshen your breath, among other things as well. Have I seen a difference? Not really BUT I'd don't do it everyday. I really don't enjoy it and sometimes I just can't talk myself into the task. I think I'm going to try harder though! It has too many benefits to pass up! 

Cheekbone highlight- For a natural highlight just swipe Coconut Oil over your makeup. It's really pretty for the no makeup, makeup trend. It's the same color as your skin but it leaves a fresh luminosity appearance. I do it all the time! 

Makeup brush cleaner- The antibacterial and anti fungal properties will get to work while cleansing your brushes. For best results use half Coconut Oil and Dawn soap.

Stretch marks- First I just want to say it won't heal stretch marks but it DOES prevent stretch marks. So be sure to rub a thin layer to parts of your body that are prone to stretching. This includes pregnant ladies! I wish I knew this when I was pregnant. 

What is the consistency like? And how does it feel on the skin?

The consistency is very thin after it's warmed up. It's not sticky, greasy or anything that's unappealing. 

Coconut Oil is a solid when it's at room temperature but once you put your hand in the jar the warmth of your body turns it into its liquid state. 

Too many people are worried it will feel greasy on the skin. Well, that's not true. Every time I wash my face I use  Coconut Oil mixed into my moisturizer. My skin never feels greasy and my face just drinks it up. BUT with that being said I still recommend testing it out on a small area of your face. 

Just keep in mind that most of the time it's works miracles. I have acne-prone skin and I believe my skin has improved since I started using it. The antibacterial and anti-fungal proprieties really help keep acne at bay. Plus, it's super cheap.

Personally, I think very one should try to incorporate Coconut Oil into their beauty regimen. It's has so many uses and your bound to find the perfect way to use it. So pick yourself up a jar at your local grocery store.

Do you use Coconut Oil?

What do you use it for?

Thanks for reading, TaylorPie. 

May 2014 All Star Winner

Hello! 

This month I am going to try something different. Usually, I let everyone guess the monthly All Star Winner but I don't particularly like that idea. So instead I'm just going to let you find out my favorite each month right after clicking on the post. If you like it this way please let me know. I know sometimes I just like to get to the point when I'm reading other blogs but sometimes mystery is fun too.

 Also, I'm sorry this post is late. I haven't been home that much and I finally decided to go ahead and post it anyways. So I'm sorry if the pictures are a little dark. I don't have my usual set up for photography.

I hope you enjoy this months All Star Winner and decide to pick it up for yourself!

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May All Star Winner

Make a statement without saying a word!  True Instant Color. One stroke, full coverage application. This next generation lipstick gives the ultimate in color, texture and finish.  The lightweight creamy formula contains Vitamins A, C, & E to moisturize and nourish lips.       

Everytime I decide to wear a nude lipstick I pull this baby out. There's no doubt in my mind that this is my favorite nude shade out of my whole collection. Everything about Milani's Color Statement lipsticks are on point. The packaging, texture, benefits, price, color range, lasting power, finish and pigmentation are simply perfect. 

About the lipstick collection 

You can purchase it on Milani's website for only $5.49. There are are 36 shades ranging from: orange & reds, pinks & corals, plums & berries and naturals & browns. The whole lipstick collection has several different finishes like: vinyl, metallic, cream, shimmer, pearl and matte.

This months favorite is in the color Nude Creme. This shade is a pinky nude and it looks amazing with my skintone. It's not too brown or zombie looking, just the perfect pinky nude. Every girl should have this color in her collection. 

Texture/ finish/ pigmentation 

The texture is very creamy, rich and moisturizing. I can wear this lipstick with my chapped lips and they still look stunning. It is definitely lightweight and comfortable to wear during anytime of the year. The finish of this shade is creamy and flawless. It doesn't leave behind a streaky look, feather outside of the lip line or fade too fast. And of course the pigmentation is beyond spectacular. Just one swipe across your lips and you're out the door. 

Lasting power

The lasting power is really good for a drugstore lipstick. I can get about 4 hours of wear out of this shade on a regular day. Like I said before in the paragraph above, this lipstick doesn't bleed outside of the lip line and it looks the same for a good while. Plus, it fades evenly and I don't have to worry about a blotchy mess.

Packaging

I love how high quality these lipsticks look and feel. The gold packinging is sturdy and securely snaps shut. I'm sure any girl would love to have this flashy lipstick tube sitting on her vanity. On another positive note, the color on the bottom of the tube is true to the actual shade of the lipstick. This makes it so much easier to pick out any lip shade you're looking for. 

Does the lipstick have a scent?

Yes, all of the Color Statment lipsticks I have,including Nude Creme,  have a strong watermelon smell. Don't get me wrong, I think it smells heavenly but people who are sensitive to scents may not like them. However, if you love scented lipsticks, especially watermelon, then you will love Nude creme. 

Overall

I believe anyone who is looking for the perfect nude will be happy with Nude Creme. There's a reason why it won my Monthly All Star Winner spot. The formula is just amazing and that's what everyone wants. I can't even think of any cons about this lipstick and I'm sure a lot of people feel the same way. It's creamy, moisturizing, highly pigmented, lasts a long time, ect. Plus, $5.49 is so affordable for such a luxery item. Just writing this post makes me want to go out and purchase more of the shades(I already have a few). 

Q&A 

Where can I purchase it?

 milanicosmetics.com, some Walmarts and other drugstores

Which brand makes this lipstick?

Milani Cosmetics

How much product comes in each tube?

Net Weights: 0.14 ounces / 3.97 grams

Where are they made?

USA 

What color is this shade?

Nude Creme 

 

How many shades are there?

36

Is this a pernament collection?

Yes

 

How much is it?

$5.49

How long does it last on the lips?

Around 4 hours

What are the ingredients?

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax (Candelilla Cera), Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Microcrystalline Wax (Microcristallina Cera), Beeswax (Cera Alba), Zokerite, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax (Cera Carnauba), Fragrance (Parfum), Vanillin,  Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Retinyl Palmitate. +/-May Contain: Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Red 6 (CI 15850), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Red 22 Lake (CI 45380), Red 27 Lake (CI 45410), Red 36 (CI 12085), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Carmine (CI 75470).

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Are you going to purchase Nude Cream? Or any other shade?

Do you already own this shade? What are your thoughts?

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie.

April 2014 All Star Winner

About this post

 At the end of each month I will post my beauty All Star Winner. I post this instead of monthly favorites because I don't want to be repetitive. An All Star Winner is my favorite beauty product of the whole month. It can range from hair, skincare and cosmetics. Keep on reading and try to guess what it is. This month most people will probably already know. If you do guess before the end, comment and let me know. I would love to hear from my readers.

 

Product description 

 This month the winner is a mascara from the drugstore. This unique formula of panthenol and ceramide-R builds and thickens voluptuous lashes while conditioning them, so they remain supple and healthy. An exceptionally plush brush is designed to glide on just the right amount of mascara without clumping or flaking. 

This mascara is uniquely formulated to resist clumping, soften and build lashes up to 5X their natural thickness with 2X the intensity of your regular black shade. The unique maximizing formula quickly thickens and builds lashes in a single application for a full and dramatic look. 

Facts

• No flakes
• Smudge-proof 
• Clump resistant
• Fragrance-free
• Ophthalmologist-tested
• Allergy-tested
• Suitable for sensitive eyes
• Safe for contact lens wearers
• Long-lasting
• Smooth look

 The mascara is cased in a black tube with a gold handle. This mascara gives you very voluminous lashes. It can clump if you're not careful(claims not to). The formula is is definitely wet but dries quickly. The color is as black as they come. Your lashes can get phenomenal volume from this mascara with just one coat!  It only costs $7.99 at ulta. What a deal! A lot of beauty bloggers rave about this mascara. It's one of the best from the drugstore for a volumizing effect.

Still can't guess which mascara it is? Here is a hint. The first letter of the company that makes the mascara is....

Company overview

 A leading total beauty care company based in Paris, France. Their main goal is providing affordable luxury for people who demand excellence in beauty.

Here is a peak at the wand.

 The Volume Maximizing Brush thickens lashes evenly and smoothly, leaving them soft with virtually no flakes, smudges or clumps. This wand is the perfect size! It's not too big or small. It's easy to get to my bottom lashes without getting mascara all over my skin. 

The wand is straight and tapered off at the end. The tapered point is perfect for reaching every lash on each corner of the eyes. This is great because you can get extra defifnition by picking out individual lashes. I think this a must have for people who don't like fake eyelashes( like me) because you can get your maximum volume with the tip of the brush. Remember it's not always about the mascara! The tools are important too! 

The next step will reveal the next All Star Winner.

              

             

                  The 

             April

               All

              Star 

    

           Winner

                Is

            L'Oreal  

     

        Voluminous 

      Carbon Black 

          Mascara

 

 The L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black mascara will give you the dramatic lashes you have been lusting after. I'm never disappointed with my finished look.

  I love how black the mascara is. It's easy to fake thick, full lashes. Some days I can even get away with just mascara and no eyeliner. My lashes always look smooth and flattering. It's makes me feel beautiful without all of my other eye makeup. That's when you know you found a superb mascara. 

Worried about flakes? Don't be! This mascara will stay put until you wash it off. There's no smudging, flaking, irritation or clumping ( if applied correctly). See for yourself. In the picture above, I only have one coat of this mascara and my lashes are as short as they come. You can literally see your lashes lengthen as you apply this mascara. 

 Is there not enough thickness for you? Don't worry, you can apply as many coats as you please. I think everyone would love this mascara if they try it. Plus, the price is great ($7.99). I have yet to find any cons about this mascara. It truly deserves to be my April All Star Winner. 

         

If you want to buy this mascara click here.

Have you tried this mascara? What are your thoughts?

If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below!  

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie.

Check out last months All StarWinner. March 2014

March All Star winner

About this post

 At the end of each month I will post my makeup All Star Winner. I plan on doing this instead of monthly favorites because I don't want to be repetitive. An All Star Winner is my favorite beauty product of the whole month. It can range from hair, skincare and cosmetics. Keep on reading and try to guess what it is. This month most people will probably already know. If you do guess before the end comment and let me know. I would love to hear from my readers.

 

Product description 

 This month it is an eyeshadow palette. It's consists of 16 eyeshadows, 8 matte and 8 shimmery. It costs $42 and you can buy it at most department stores. This palette is famous for the buttery shades and fantastic blending qualities. It's so versatile and you can create dozens of looks with this palette. The packaging is a slim black palette with a magnetic closure. Here are the swatches below.

Starting at the top left: White,  Cream, Taupe, Lt. Pink, Mauve, Sable, Expresso, Black

                                     Nude, Champagne, Gold, Lt. Bronze, Pewter, Garnet, Deep Purple, Slate

Still can't guess what palette it is? Here is a hint. The first letter of the company that makes this palette.

Here is a peak inside the palette. 

In the pictures you will see eyeshadows. What you don't see is the mirror. I couldn't photograph it because the name is beside the mirror. Anyways, take a look and see if you can guess. The next step will reveal the All Star Winner.

              And 

             

              The 

            March

               All

              Star 

    

           Winner

                Is

 The Lorac Pro Palette

         

 This heavenly palette is one of the best palettes out there. You can create day and night looks with it. The looks  can be natural or dramatic. If you haven't bought a palette yet, you should pick this up. The shadows are easy to blend and you get a lot of eyeshadows with this palette. It's great for beginners. Not only do I use this palette constantly for a complete look, I atribute it in other looks when I'm using single eyeshadows. This palette literally has everything I need ( for my eyes). I have my crease, highlight and my outer v shade. Personally, I think this palette is worth way more than $42. Everything is great about the Lorac Pro. It's slim (making it travel friendly), great quality eyeshadows, large mirror, magnetic closer and the balance between shimmery and matte shades is perfect. Go buy this palette!

 My favorite shade from this palette is Gold. It's so pigmented and smooth. I can wear it almost anywhere on my eye. I'm never disappointed with this color. For the swatch in the picture, I barley even had to touch the shadow or my arm. It's that good! 

If you want to buy this palette click here. You also get a mini Behind the Scenes eyeshadow primer with this palette.

Thank you for ready, TaylorPie.