My Skin Care Routine

For the longest time I have been eyeing up the Clinique wall. I have always been hesitant about changing my skin care routine because I get too attached to my other skin care products and my skin is really picky for what works and what doesn't. I purchased the acne solutions cleansing, the no. 3 defying lotion (a.k.a. the best toner ever!), and the dramatically different Moisturizing Gel (for the number 3/4 skin types). I've been using it for the past few months, and I honestly cannot believe the difference in my skin. I'm so impressed. If you are like me, and have oily, sensitive skin, then I strongly recommend these products. Even if you don't have my skin type, Clinique has a whole range of skin care products to suit your own type of skin!

I have never tried any other skin cares products better than this. I have constantly battled with blemishes throughout all my teenage years... Thankfully I found these products. They work even for the most stressful times at uni.

What are your favourite products this month?!

Much love,
JessicaLynn

Paris Street Style

As the beginning of my little fashion/styling posts, I'd like to start off by recommending one of my current fave books. It is such an easy read and it has no story line, but it is perfect if you're lacking some style inspiration!

This book has the most stunning pictures and such great suggestions on style if you are feeling a bit lost in the fashion world. It really helps me out through either picking an outfit for the day, or when  shopping for a staple piece. It's a great way to feel good about everything you wear and buy!

It's called Paris Street Style (A Guide to Effortless Chic) by Isabelle Thomas and Frédérique Veysset.

Check it out here!

Rings - Global Experience
Candle - HomeSense

Much Love,

JessicaLynn

Nespresso Love

Well I think I have officially converted from Keurig to Nespresso. As a massive coffee lover, I have been eyeing up the Nespresso line for the past couple of months. The name 'Nespresso' itself has been floating around the net for a while, so I knew I just had to check it out! The VertuoLine was what caught my eye at first because it has the ability to make both top-of-the-line coffee and espresso in one machine.

In literally the push of a button, you can enjoy a beautiful cup of coffee; this is definitely my kind of style when it's 6am and I have to go to school or work that morning. I purchased the VertuoLine with the Aeroccino so I can make some fancy drinks when I want to treat myself. Ever since I visited a specialty coffee shop in Toronto (Dineen Coffee Co.), coffee was never the same until now. Although I can't make a fancy design just yet, I'll be sure to practice like a true barista... Ha!

The machine itself is perfect if you don't have a lot of counter space! It is actually a lot smaller than the Keurig! The machine also has a choice of colours. I was in love with the chrome, but was soon worried about finger prints showing up every time you touched the thing! The next best was the black, which I chose. It still looks sleek, but it won't show the finger prints as badly. Then there was red, which wasn't the most suitable colour for my kitchen!

Here's the beauty Aeroccino machine. It can froth your milk hot or cold! Just perfect if you want to make a fancy iced coffee. And again, just one push of a button...

Along with the machine that I purchased, you automatically receive a box full of the different samples of coffee and espressos. So far I have sampled the Vanilla and Half-Caffeinated. Both were amazing! Each individual capsule has its own barcode that the machine scans itself, which is why it's so easy to operate. With every variety of coffee and espresso, there is a short and sweet description of the coffee/espresso, along with the intensity. Love!

The design of the different capsules are great too, because you are sure to never pick the wrong one! When you order the coffee, it also comes straight to your door within 48 hours of purchase.. Talk about great service!

I would strongly suggest to purchase one of these if you love good coffee and if you want to save a bit of money instead of going to Tim Horton's or Starbucks! In the long run, you save loads of money while getting to enjoy a great drink! The options are endless..

Do you have any Nespresso machines or would like to purchase one? What do you think?

Hope you enjoyed this post! I love coffee so much, and I'm absolutely thrilled to be writing a post about my new coffee machine! I literally can't wait to make my next cup of coffee in the morning!

Much love,

JessicaLynn

Beauty Post - Le Volume de Chanel Mascara

Le Volume de Chanel Mascara

I was going to wait a bit to post this, but I'm too thrilled about this product that I couldn't wait any longer!

Le Volume de Chanel mascara is actually one my my first purchases from Chanel! It was definitely love at first sight when I first applied it. I love the whole product itself. The wand is great for application and the mascara itself is flawless. It lasts the whole day and gives amazing volume and length!

I would definitely say that it is comparable to They're Real by Benefit, but I actually prefer this one! It doesn't have the funky tip, the wand is a lot more gentle on the eyelashes, and it provides a lot more volume to the lashes! The best part? It's very close in price range. The Volume de Chanel is slightly more expensive, but it's worth the money!

The wand

Here are a few more details about the mascara!

The details

The fact that this is one of my first Chanel purchases, I felt the need to include their beautiful logo on here. The packaging is absolutely gorgeous and smooth to touch. I highly recommend this mascara. I can't wait to try a few more of their products!!

Hope you enjoyed this review!

Much love,
JessicaLynn

Beauty Post - MAC Vanilla Pigment

MAC Vanilla Pigment

This was shockingly my first ever MAC purchase. In the small city that I live in, there is no such thing as a MAC store, or even Sephora! This is why it was finally time to take the plunge and splurge on a whole bunch of makeup when I went to Toronto.

I had always heard great things of MAC products and had always dreamt of at least owning a few things of theirs! I was so impressed with this pigment and I had planned on purchasing it for a while. I imagined the oh-so-many ways that I can use it.

Personally, I found the pigment to be very light in texture and perfectly pigmented... (Get the pun?) Anyhow, I love to use it in the corners of my eyes, on my brown bone, or even as a highlighter! It is definitely worthwhile splurging on because I know it will last a very long time. Even though I use the pigment on top of an eyeshadow primer, it literally lasts all day, even with a light application!

I can guarantee you that there will be more MAC makeup reviews coming soon! I'm hooked!
I'd love to hear some suggestions, so what are your favourite MAC products?

Much love,
JessicaLyn

Beauty Post - Estée Lauder Blush

Estée Lauder Blush in Electric Pink

In the past month I have literally worn this blush every day that I have applied makeup. Before I even start to brag about this product, I would like to discuss this gorgeous packaging! Shiny gold is what every girl looks for in makeup packaging. I know it's not about what is on the outside that counts, but it definitely makes me put it to good use!

I got this suggestion by Tanya Burr, a beauty blogger/youtube star. I was nervous about purchasing such a bright blush, but it is PERFECT for the winter time. It gives you a gorgeous just-been-outside look. The complexion is stunning, it doesn't look thick on the skin and can be applied very easily. I would also like to add that this blush lasts forever. It lasts both on your skin and as a product. Particularly, the picture of the blush above is one that I just recently took - after a whole month of using it. It is a great investment and can look great on anyone, pale or not. Just make sure you don't apply too much and you're golden.

It is most definitely my staple product of this month! Although the price point is higher, the quality truly overpowers the quantity.

What is your favourite blush of this month?

Much love,
JessicaLynn

Beauty Post - Soap&Glory's Butter Yourself

Well if it isn't my new favourite Soap&Glory product! I just started using Soap&Glory products in the past year or so. One day, while casually doing a routine browse through the beauty section, I decided to see what they had in the Soap&Glory section! I found this body cream, took one whiff and placed it in the checkout immediately. First of all, I love the packaging. It's quite girly, but very kick-ass. It's awesome! The second thing I noticed was the smell. It has such a nice, light scent! Perfect for anytime of the year in any season. It was actually one of the first body butters I have ever used from them. I figured since I already loved the brand, why not try something new!

Once I finally got home and was able to try it, it was heavenly. It is a very thick cream, but it's no trouble to apply. I expected that it would be something that I would have to dedicate a lot of time to apply until I reminded myself of what brand this was. I've never been let down by a Soap&Glory product ever before. This product in particular is extremely moisturizing and smells amazing. Something that works so great can't get any better than this! I also love the large container that it's sold in. It has lasted me for months and that's using is at least every second day! It's definitely worth it's value of about $20.

I can't wait to try some more products from Soap&Glory!
Do you have any Soap&Glory favourites?

Much love,
JessicaLynn

Beauty Post - Clarins Foundation

Colour - "Honey"

Within the past year or so, I have been using a lot of Clarins cleansing products. I thought it should be time to try out some of their make-up selection. I go to the local drugstore quite often, and they always have new things being released, and did I mention great service? 

Anyhow, it's been far too long since I've posted about beauty! I miss it so much! This Clarins foundation is absolutely one of my favourites! It's high end, but it is so worth it! First of all, I love the large variety of colours available. I found my perfect match and it's what I've been using for the past week or two. I also love the fact that it feels extremely lightweight on my face. Nothing ruins a foundation more than when it looks heavy and noticeable on the skin. This foundation gives off a perfect glow without discolouring or ruining the hard work that you put into applying makeup in general. Another strong point for me is that the Clarins Ever Matte foundation is OIL FREE. Thank goodness. If you are like me and have oily skin, it'll be perfect. Often after applying foundation, it's necessary to apply a powder so it's not too shiny on the skin. This, on the other hand, is perfection in a bottle. The only time I would ever use powder is if I need it to last a very long time throughout the day. Clarins is one of my favourite high end brands, and it just got even better. If you've never tried the brand before, definitely take a look! I've never been disappointed with their products!

If I can remember correctly, the price point is roughly late $20 to $30. Not too bad for a high end product that works so well!

Have you tried this Clarins foundation before? What do you think?!

Much love,

JessicaLynn

Beauty Post - Preparing for Autumn and Winter

Just recently I have discovered a lip balm that is one of the most moisturizing products I've ever used. Even better than the classic Vaseline! It's called the Nuxe Rêve de Miel Lip Balm. I get it, it's french and quite the mouthful to say, but it is absolutely amazing. I thought I should purchase some new skin care products to change up my routine for the seasons to come. I cannot rave enough about this. Firstly, I think it's better than Vaseline because it doesn't leave any (gross) residue. I usually apply it at night before bed, and in the morning my lips are unbelievably soft! Once I wake up, there's no worry that there is any product left on my lips! Ha! I would strongly suggest buying this product if you tend to have dry lips like me, or you just want to be prepared for the colder seasons!

I have been using this for the past few weeks, and have discovered that you also don't need a lot of product in order for it to do wonders. I still have a lot left and it's not bad for the cost! If I remember correctly, I think it is around $20. It's worth it and it lasts a long time!

Another great add-on is that it smells quite nice! It smells fresh (a lot like honey - of course), and doesn't feel thick after you apply it!

I hope everyone is having a great day! I absolutely love fall and want to go on a walk just to take some pictures soon! Maybe for a new blog post! Tell me what you think!

Much love,
JessicaLynn

Beauty Post - Bourjois Volumizer Mascara

Happy September everyone!

I feel like this month we are off to a good start. The past week has been so productive and I've been getting everything ready for university... I am so excited to get back into routine. I will do my best to keep up with blog posts, but can't guarantee anything. I'm hoping that when I take study breaks, I will take the time to write a few posts.

Anyways, I've just recently been trying out a LOT of new make-up. And this mascara works wonders... It's called the Bourjois Volumizer Mascara. I decided to review this product because it is a product that stood out to me.

Firstly, I would like to point out that the packaging is gorgeous. I'm not a pink fanatic, but every once in a while it's nice to see and it doesn't look like a cheaply made product! The neat thing about this mascara is that it comes in two steps. The first step includes separating the lashes and giving it its length (something that we all look for in lashes). And the second step gives you the volume that we all want. I saw it on the makeup counter and it intrigued me that it had two steps - It was something I have never heard of before.

The nice thing about this product is that it is not time consuming. I sometimes can get very impatient when applying makeup and this helps time pass by even faster. I also love the fact that this mascara does NOT clump. I repeat, does NOT! There are very few mascaras that clump on my eyelashes and it can be so frustrating. As it is usually the last product to apply on my face, it must be perfect in order to look the way I want it to. For example, you want to avoid making any smudges or clumping so that you don't have to start over. Trust me, it is so frustrating when it happens, and thanks to this mascara I don't have to worry about it.

Lastly, the Bourjois Volumizer Mascara is very light on the eyes and lasts quite long. I've never had a problem with it flaking off or smudging under my eyes after long-wear. It does become a hassle when you worry about how your makeup looks later on in the day. When times get busy (thanks to school...) its nice to know that there's no worries of reapplication of this part of the makeup routine. It is so convenient and just a fantastic product overall.

I have no complaints of this mascara and will definitely continue to use this product, and most likely repurchase. The cost is very affordable, especially for us students! Only $20 - and you're getting great results from this price. It is well worth it to try this product!

Much love,
JessicaLynn

Beauty Post - Rimmel Wake Me Up Foundation

First things first - I just wanted to say that I am very new to this whole blogging thing. This is my first beauty post and I hope you enjoy it!

Recently I've been watching a few beauty bloggers both on youtube and written blogs. I've had so much inspiration in creativity to try new things and just have fun with it all! I had no idea how much fun I've been having trying new products and enjoying the beauty world in general.

The first thing that I would like to review is the Rimmel Wake Me Up foundation. Yes I'm a little late on the bandwagon, but it has been SO popular and I felt a strong need to try it! At first I was a little bit worried about the fact that it was a low cost drugstore/highstreet product. My skin is quite sensitive to a lot of products and I'm always taking care of it properly. I tested a little bit on my skin and the first thing I noticed was the scent. It was so refreshing and did not feel like I even had put anything on my face. The consistency of the foundation was very light, but still had decent coverage over blemishes and whatnot (side note: I did NOT breakout from this product!!). I loved the packaging as well. I noticed that a lot of the high end products like Nars does not have the pump included (Although I've never tried Nars before - I have high hopes of trying it soon). The Rimmel Wake Me Up foundation has a pump and brings out just the perfect amount for applying it on my entire face! I was impressed. I also loved the colour of the bottle - orange. It really caught my eye in the store while browsing and I felt like I had to check it out! Just like the name of the product, it does give you a nice glow on your face. It has a very light shimmer that is barely noticeable. I am highly impressed with this product and will definitely continue using it. With a cost of about $15.00, it is very affordable and a great product!!

P.S. I am so sorry I haven't posted much at all this month. It's been crazy in the outside world!

Much love,

JessicaLynn