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SEPHORA SALE WORTHY INVESTMENTS: MAKEUP FOR EVERYDAY & SPECIAL EVENTS I wear the following foundations, blush, eye palettes, face palettes, mascara, brow gel, setting powder, and setting spray nearly daily. My favorite hack for spending well under $50 for designer foundation (these actually look better in photos and survive a full day or night) is this Prada refillable foundation. The refill is $50 and with the sale, you get it much cheaper. Buy it once at $70 plus the sale, and then well under $50! I love this red blush: the Patrick Ta blush and eyeshadow palettes are absolutely worth if for the amount of product you get from them / pigment ratio. The only time I use something else is traveling to the gym or in a carry on. LTKBeauty LTKSaleAlert

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Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo | Sephora (US)

Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara | Sephora (US)

Major Dimension Eye Illusion Eyeshadow Duo | Sephora (US)

Waterproof 12HR Retractable Eyeliner Pencil | Sephora (US)

Come Hell or High Water Volumizing & Lengthening Tubing Mascara | Sephora (US)

Brow Freeze® Gel Extreme-Hold Clear Wax-Gel | Sephora (US)

caliraySurfproof Hydrating Setting Spray with Niacinamide | Sephora (US)

Moisturizing Lip Balm - Prada Beauty | Sephora | Sephora (US)

Reveal Skin-Optimizing Refillable Soft Matte Foundation | Sephora (US)

Perfect Strokes Matte Liquid Liner - Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez | Sephora | Sephora (US)

Ultra-Blur Talc-Free Waterproof Translucent Pressed Setting Powder | Sephora (US)

maracuja juicy lip plump shift | Sephora (US)

DIOR Backstage Glow Face Palette | Sephora | Sephora (US)

Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation | Sephora (US)

Born This Way Super Coverage Multi-Use Concealer | Sephora (US)

HOW TO GET RID OF DEEP ACNE FAST

One of the best investments I ever made for my skin was getting a high frequency wand. This is something that my aestheticians have been using on me since I was in high school when I had a really bad cystic acne.

It’s one of the best tools to have at home and create your own at home med spa in between treatments with your provider. I pull it out, especially after my period when breakouts are on high! These deep sits went away in a couple of days after continued use of this wand you see right here.

It also has an attachment for your hair, which I use after a blowout. It helps stimulate growth and keeps your scalp healthy. You can either choose a tool that has argon or neon. I currently use the neon one. The argon has also been shown to be more effective for acne.

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SEPHORA SALE WORTHY INVESTMENTS: HAIR STYLING PRODUCTS FOR FINE & BLEACHED HAIR

These products are my most trusted to use on my color treated m, bleached hair and have kept my hair healthy after being bleached for almost 7 years.

The K18 hair mask is crucial for anyone with color treated hair as it actually repairs your hair on a molecular level due to damage from coloring.

I also swear by Fenty, beauty for hydrating products and living proof for repair product products. Their hair gloss was a new discovery this year: my hair is insanely shiny, and it lasts for over a week with just one use.

The Oribe Superfine hairspray is worth the splurge, it’s truly fine yet packs a punch and keeping your hairstyle in line. It helps my Dyson curls last days, even on fine hair.

Shampoo, conditioner, hair, mask, hairspray styling tools, hair oil, leave in treatment

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SEPHORA SALE WORTHY INVESTMENTS: PRODUCTS WORTH THE SPLURGE

I wear this Prada lip balm every day as it’s a nice alternative to lipstick which requires constant reapplication. It’s also a great idea budget wise as it allows for refills at a discounted price! The rest of these products are also incredible.

They include concealer that’s acne friendly AND covers without looking caked on, perfume that’s elegant and versatile and gets compliments from both men and women, blush that looks natural on any skin tone, my Dyson Airdrop that I use DAILY on straight fine hair (holds style), and so much more including serums that actually give results.

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SEPHORA SALE WORTHY INVESTMENTS: VALUE SIZE & SETS

The best way to ensure you spend the absolute LEAST annually is to buy the value size versions and refill your existing bottles. I’ve been refilling my Ouai one for nearly 5 years now! These value size ones and gift sets get you the most bang for your buck on dry shampoo, shower oil, shampoo and conditioner, body wash, and hypochlorous acid. I swear this refillable dry shampoo from Crown Affair will last you well over a year!

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SEPHORA SALE WORTHY INVESTMENTS FOR SKINCARE

I’ve used the following products for at least a year (most well over 5) and trust them implicitly! These moisturizers, AHA BHA toners, SPF 50 and SPF 40, exfoliants, body oil shower wash, eye patches, glow and bronzing drops, and eye creams are incredible for anti aging, acne prone skin, combination skin, and oily skin.

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TALL GIRL FRIENDLY WEDDING GUEST DRESS

I swear by MacDuggal for not only elegant and timeless wedding guest dresses but also because they’re tall girl, friendly! I am 5 foot 9 and able to wear heels with this dress without it being too short. These silver platform heels add an additional 6 inches and the ham is still perfect even though I lost most of the train in the back.

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET READY FOR WORK AT THE GYM: SKINCARE & MAKEUP EDITION

If you think it’s too stressful to carry everything that you need with you to get ready in the morning to include your skin care and make up and hair products, I’m here to tell you that you can do it with everything you see here in one tiny pouch. Of course, bring your own brush!

Step one is building a travel size version of everything you already use and love. Bonus points if the full size is small enough to fit in a travel pouch yep, I’m looking at you, Versed skin tint!

This is the smartest time to build your travel size make up and skin care set as the Sephora sale is coming up on November 4th. Save this post and come back to it when you’re ready to shop!

The Versed skin tint is my favorite foundation at the moment. You should know that I am an Armani gal, and have been using their wildly expensive foundation for years. This $20 version from versed is nearly identical in formula when it comes to the feeling on your skin and the coverage level, which is buildable.

The second most important tip to building a kitchen sink and a tiny pouch is finding products that pull double or triple duty. The sunscreen by Uktra Violette has been my go to for about six months because it’s wildly effective has a little to no white cast and acts as a moisturizer, skin primer, and SPF all in one!

My new favorite setting spray by Idun will change your life! If you’ve been heartbroken that the OG formula for all nighter is gone, this is going to be your replacement. My makeup has stayed on in wildly, humid heat and through a 12 hour workday.

I also prefer products that are slim, which is what makes these elf contour and blush tubes so convenient. They fit everywhere.

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BEST PILATES WRAP TOP

I’ve tried quite a few over the years and this one is the best fitting one I’ve ever tried! No shock that it’s from carbon 38. It conforms to your body shape perfectly whether you’re more curvy or straight.

The best part about the carbon 38 melt fabric is the fact that it’s so durable and can last you over a decade if you care for it properly. The colors never fade. I snag this for $22 in the archive sale last week however it’s still on sale, although much less savings. It’s now under $100.

Astoria activewear has become a fast favorite of mine, this gingham set is incredibly cute and gets tons of compliments in classes. Unintentionally went for a Dorothy look today 😂 the fit runs a bit small I’m wearing a size medium in the bra top as a size 32D bust and wearing a size small in the bottoms when I normally take a size 4 in lululemon or extra small and CRZ. Would recommend taking a size up in all of Astoria active wears pieces carbon 38 runs true to size and this is a size small in the wrap top.

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HOW TO GET RID OF BREAKOUTS FAST WITH MEDSPA RESULTS

One of the best investments I’ve made for my at home skin care devices is getting a high frequency wand. It helps speed up the healing process of breakouts by killing the bacteria in your pores, using high frequency, elements like argon or neon.

It’s also super helpful for stimulating growth in your hair, I use the comma attachments after a blowout to help promote a healthy scalp.

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80% OFF ENDS TONIGHT

This satin pantsuit is on mega sale through midnight only. It comes in black and pink. I’m wearing a size small in both and they fit TTS but on the larger side.

They retail around $268 EACH, and are on sale between $40-67. It’s the perfect investment for a fully lined suit if you’re just starting out in corporate. I love Carbon 38’s suits as workwear!

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POST WORKOUT SKIN SECRET WEAPON

Hypochlorous acid is a must if you’re acne prone. Face or body! I spritz this on my face after workouts so I’m not letting the sweat break me out on the subway ride home.

It’s also helpful for small cuts and scrapes. I carry it in my in flight skincare and gym bag.

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BEST SETTING SPRAY ON THE MARKET

legit, if you need your make up to survive a car crash or the apocalypse, Idun Minerals is your girl. The setting spray is phenomenal as an elder millennial. I grew up on the original urban decay, all nighter, setting spray and graduated to the Caliray one this year, which has been my reigning number one for a while. Idun is a tie for first!

Head to my TikTok to see the full review after eight hours of wear from the golf course to a client dinner. Not one product on my face budged. It also comes in a travel size option, which makes it super convenient for traveling.

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FAVORITE LAUNDRY DETERGENT

Not only is this detergent affordable when you consider the amount of uses you’ll get out of this bottle, but it’s also fully recyclable and most importantly formulated with nontoxic ingredients which are safe for sensitive skin.

It’s formulated without any dies sulfates Parbin or other nasty chemicals you’d find in namebrand detergent. You can also consider it an all in one with stain removal as an easily removed stains without having to add any extra stain spray.

One of these bottles last me nearly 6 months doing weekly bedding loads, daily activewear loads and washing all of my pillowcases every three days. It’s gentle enough to use on silk pillowcases or silk eye masks. They also have a delicate version which is formulated for silk, which is just as good but honestly, you can use this one as well if you want to save money.

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MY FAVORITE AFFORDABLE CASHMERE

Quince has been my go to for affordable quality cashmere for the past seven years. It’s perfect for workwear or wearing casually.

It’s even safe to wash eye wash it with the wool specific detergent in my own washer instead of Drycleaning and it’s held up nicely in terms of quality.

Fall transition casual outfit, green baseball cap

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AFFORDABLE ACTIVEWEAR FOR PILATES

I recently found these slouch grippy socks, and they’re such a vibe for Pilates classes, but especially functional during the cooler months in fall and winter! If you find your muscles are more tight due to the cooler weather these slouch socks, work perfectly to keep your muscles warm before and during class. A three pack is under $15!

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FAVE PILATES GRIP SOCKS

These slouch socks are such a vibe for any Pilates or barre class! It gives ballet vibes and they come in a ton of different colors! This 3 pack is under $20.

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These affordable beauty products are my holy Grail, and as a self proclaimed clinical and luxury snob when it comes to beauty, trust me when I say these products perform equal or better to name brands. A few or even under $10! Enjoy learning content like this hit that follow button. This is only part one of my series.

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BEST FITTING WORKOUT SET: ESPECIALLY FOR HIGH IMPACT WORKOUTS

a matching set is the only thing that gets me through tough classes: the Diamond Compression line from @carbon38 is always my go to for a high impact workout or if I want to look super sleek.

It’s literally airbrush in a legging without the compression struggle. It’s 30% off sitewide now too for Labor Day.

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HOW TO BUILD A FUNCTIONAL WORKWEAR WARDROBE: PART 1

The underbelly of your outfits are by far the most important pieces to begin investing in. They can be interchangeable with your personal wardrobe too!

My favorite item to start with is a LBD mock neck black dress. You can wear alone, add a blazer, add tights, wear with boots or sandals!

I’ve linked brands that are high quality yet under $200. If you choose brands like these, you’ll get a decade or more out of your closet! How’s that for cost per wear?

Follow me for the rest of this workwear building series and other smart investment advice!

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NAIL REHAB RESULTS: 2 WEEKS POST NAIL REMOVAL

If you followed my nail rehab recipe from my previous LTK post, these are the results after two weeks of consistent use! My nails have grown out the broken portion of the Nails and the nailbeds are almost back to normal. Honestly, it’s a night and day transformation.

I follow the recipe every single week starting with the nail serum and putting two coats of that on first. Wait 10 minutes and then apply two coats of the nail strengthening polish every day after, apply one more coat of the nail strengthening polish do this for an entire week And then take the polish off and restart!

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Hypochlorous acid is my secret weapon after workouts at the gym, prior to any in-flight skin care I might decide to do, and can even be used on my dogs paws after walking around the city to eliminate any bacteria!

It’s truly a miracle chemical: helping alleviate everything from eczema, rashes, small cuts, and scrapes burns including sunburns, and breakouts. I’ve linked all of my favorite brands here that do an incredible job.

Additionally, if you haven’t tried peloton’s activewear line, you’re missing out! It’s honestly higher quality than lululemon and legit half the price. I wear this set weekly.

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AFFORDABLE PASTEL PINK ACTIVEWEAR SET

I love this one shoulder sports bra and matching leggings that look and feel just like Lululemon Align.

Each are $30 and under! I wear a S on top (Lulu 6) and XS bottom (Lulu 4).

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THE MIRCLE SKINCARE YOU NEED IF YOU HAVE SENSITIVE OR ACNE PRONE SKIN

If your skin is constantly breaking out or sensitive after workouts: add a hypochlorous acid spray to your routine.

I spritz this before working out, before my in flight skincare routine, or after workouts if I’m going directly home/running errands post gym.

I can also be used on sunburns, excema, red rashy skin, minor cuts/scrapes, tattoos, and more! It’s truly a miracle chemical.

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HOW TO FIT A FULL FACE OF MAKEUP AND HAIR TOOLS INTO YOUR DAILY GYM BAG FOR THE OFFICE

I am always looking for products that will either pull double or triple duty, are travel size friendly, and take up the least space possible in my work bag. Especially since I’m usually carrying my prepped lunch for the day and a laptop.

My most trusted eye products are these travel size Laura Mercier eyeshadow sticks. They take up no space and take even less time to apply to your face perfectly. You could also use the lighter shade as a highlighter to save more space in your bag.

The ELF blush wands are my go to for blush. It alleviates large pans of powder blush (which break while commuting btw), and also take up no space.

This Ultra Violette SPF 50 has a chokehold on me. It acts as a moisturizer, primer, and SPF all in one! I’m almost out and plan to restock immediately.

This thermal brush is also a KILLER piece for your gym bag. It’s super sleek, takes up no space, and is under $20. It’s been beat to hell in my bag for a month and still going strong!

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HOW TO REHAB YOUR NATURAL NAILS AFTER GEL MANICURES

I swear by these two polishes! The bond builder one helps fill in ridges and build back your nail. I like the clear pink strengthener on top for added help and so it looks like my nails are still polished.

For polished nails, I do 2 coats of the bond builder, wait 10 min, then add 2 coats of the pink one. I add another pink coat every day for 6 days. The results are insane!

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FAVE PILATES OUTFIT

Living in these cozy slides! They make it easy to slip on over grippy socks.

This activewear set is super affordable: Peloton has the best activewear that’s basically luxury but under $50!

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FAVORITE MATCHING WORKOUT SET IN LIGHT BLUE

Peloton has the best activewear and they’re all well under $50! Ruffle sticky socks, Pilates socks, Pilates outfit

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FAVORITE SLIP ON SHOES WITH PILATES SOCKS

Take the resistance out of getting ready in the early morning with a simple slip on that’s comfy enough to commute in and easy to put on while you’re still half asleep.

They run true to size, I took a 9 and wear 8.5-9 normally.

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BEST PET SHAMPOO

This dog shampoo is not your typical pet shampoo. It smells super luxurious and exactly like your favorite Ouai hair products. It’s super gentle, even for sensitive skin and won’t cause any itching.

This entire bottle last me almost a year for a dog. That’s 18 pounds and being bathed once every two weeks to four weeks.

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