Category: Beauty
Beachy Waves Hair Tutorial
The quest for the perfect beachy waves has been time-consuming and strenuous but ladies and gentlemen, I have finally mastered the art of beachy textured waves! Ever since high school, I’ve been curling my hair on a near-daily basis. I’ve used numerous curling irons and wands, tried out an abundance of hair products claiming to help make your hair more … Read More
Monthly Favorites: March 2018
Peace out, March! Hello April! Every month on O & J, I will be posting a handful of my favorite things from that month. It can be anything from makeup to food to people to places. In March, I found some pretty spectacular items. And I’m excited for what’s to come in April…maybe a little adventure is in order? Stay … Read More
New In Beauty: Botanics Skincare
If you haven’t already figured it out yet, I love skincare. I love putting makeup to the test and creating beautiful makeup looks, but having great, healthy skin makes a huge difference. You’ll never see me go to bed with makeup on or see me skip out on my SPF and you shouldn’t either — your skin is too important … Read More
Product Review: L.A. Girl Pro Matte Foundation
When I heard about the new L.A. Girl Pro Matte Foundation, I knew I had to get my hands on it. I have sensitive, combination skin and the L.A. Girl Pro Matte Foundation seemed like the answer to my prayers. So, I picked up my shade at my local Ulta and gave it a good test. Let’s do a little … Read More
The Essentials I Keep In My Handbag
I’m a girl that’s always on the go, so I need my handbag full of the essentials and ready to tag along with me 24/7. I’m also the kind of girl who doesn’t love carrying a large purse. I like a small, compact crossbody that I can toss over my shoulder; however, small bags make carrying all of your essentials a … Read More
Everyday Makeup Routine
Every girl needs a good go-to makeup look. It’s the look that you feel comfortable in every single day. Although I love to play around with makeup, I too have a tried-and-true, everyday makeup look. The products change here and there, but the look remains similar — a nice, light coverage base and a simple eye. It’s a classic. In an attempt … Read More
Best Affordable Highlighters
In the past few years, highlighters have taken over the beauty world. Everyone is obsessed with having that healthy glow and I am no different. I love a good glow, but I’m not about to pay $20+ for it. I’ve been on the hunt for highlighting gems at the drugstore and indie brands that give the perfect amount of glow … Read More
February 2018 Favorites
Another month bites the dust! Wow. That actually fits the melody really well. Well, February 2018 has come and gone. It was a short month, but it was filled with some pretty fabulous things. I made some life-changing decisions, tried out some cool new products, and discovered some new favorites. Although everything below is definitely a favorite of the month, my … Read More
Product Review: St. Ives Cleansing Sticks
When I first saw St. Ives advertising their new Cleansing Sticks, I knew I had to give them a try. I love the concept. It’s an easy-to-use stick cleanser that targets a multitude of different skin issues. To me, that sounds pretty wonderful. But is it actually as wonderful as it sounds? Well, I have to say that they certainly … Read More
Winter Skincare Essentials
Winter has its pros and cons. It’s filled with fun holidays, snow days, and comfort foods, but ’tis the season for dry, parched skin. It is crucial to incorporate some ultra moisturizing products into your skincare routine so you can keep your skin looking and feeling it’s best. Here are a few of my favorite winter skincare additions worth adding … Read More