DIY Makeup Brush Holder

Good Morning my beautiful readers! I have a fun little DIY project that you are going to love! It's multifunctional and cheap to make. I know the struggle of buying tons of makeup brushes and wanting to store them without any damage being done to the bristles. You want to keep those brushes in pristine condition and have them right at your fingertips. Sometimes those store-bought makeup brush holders are small or don't provide the right shape to hold certain brushes.

Since I am a huge candle collector I always have tons of candle holders leftover. Some are so beautiful, I can't get my self to through them out. Realistically some of these candles can cost up to $25 and if you are anything like me, you can burn that entire candle in one day! I love to recycle my items and make sure I get the most use out of everything.

The best candles to re-use are the round glass containers from Bath & Body Works. Once the candle is completely gone I can peel off the outer label very easily without any residue. Then I took a butter knife and chipped away any excess wax and also the metal left behind from the wicks. After everything is emptied out, I make sure to scrub the entire glass holder with soap and warm water.

Next, I ran out to Michael's and picked up glass filler beads. The great thing about these glass holders is that you can choose any color beads you want! I decided to go with these beautiful gold and orange glass filler beads. I bought the biggest bag and was able to fill up two glass holders.

And lastly, just start putting your makeup brushes into the glass filler beads and it will be able to hold all of them up. It's a beautiful decoration for your vanity, but also a great place to hold those makeup brushes and keep them in wonderful condition. I feel so satisfied that I got the most out of my money with these candles! (By the way these were the Paris Amour candles and that scent is by far the most romantic and sweet scent I have ever smelled!!)

So enjoy those candles and make sure you get the most out of those glass holders! Your vanity will thank you <3

Ciao!!!!

Back To School Makeup

It's that time of year! Back to school and a fresh new start. I know some people might be sad to see summer leave, but honestly it's always been my favorite time of year to see the fall come along. Fall and the beginning of school always means new beginnings and opportunities. Embrace the change and wonderful things will happen. Keep a positive and strong mindset while you are going through the school year and always believe in yourself :)

Products:

Paula's Choice Moisturizer

L.A. Girl Pro Conceal (Green & Orange)

L'oreal True Match (W4)

Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer & Highlighter (Fair/Light)

Laura Mercier Translucent powder

MAC Uninterrupted powder

Milani Bellissimo Bronze Blush

BH Cosmetics Wild & Radiant Palette

Loreal Telescopic Mascara

Brow Bar To Go

EOS lipbalm

Enjoy this tutorial and embrace your natural beauty :) good luck on this wonderful school year and I am sending you lots of love and positivity!!

Ciao!!!!

Office Decor Tips & Inspo

There is no better feeling than starting a new job and having the chance to show people how much you have to offer. It's a fresh start and you have the ability to make the best of it.

Another great thing about a new job means turning that dreary office desk into your own little slice of paradise. Because let's get real for a second, you're going to be spending majority of your day at that desk so might as well make it your own. But be forewarned when it comes to making extreme changes to your work space, make sure you run it by your boss first!

I wanted to post some inspo pictures that I personally love for office decor. I think it is smart to get the following items:

- Letter Tray with numerous slots

- Pencil holder

- Mouse pad

- Frame turned into white board

- Faux flowers

- Cute coffee mug

And then whatever else you would like to add is perfect as well! Those are just my essentials that I feel you can never go wrong with. I personally love to keep my decor colors light and sweet. Colors like white, gold, pink, and cream are always great color selections. By keeping your office colors light and cheerful this will translate to how you feel during the day. Great office decor will help you feel at home and happy, so in return you will feel motivated.

So freshen up that office and make it your own! Tag me in your office inspo pictures on Instagram @modern_minimalist !!

Ciao!!

GlamGlow Tinglexfoliate Review

So I am a skincare fiend and absolutely love trying new products that will help my skin heal and glow. I know the GlamGlow mud masks are all the rage and everyone has amazing things to say about it. At first I refused to try it because wayyyyy too many people were talking about it nonstop and it felt forced down my throat.

As time went on I began to look into the ingredients and realized that they incorporated many amazing ingredients that really help heal and nurture the skin. So I decided to try a small size of the Tinglexfoliate mask. I chose this one because it said it has properties to help with acne and skin discoloration.

If you really do research on the beneficial qualities of mud masks, you will see it contains so many natural nutrients. So basically GlamGlow's skincare line is based upon the benefits of mud masks and cleansers. They work great when applying all over the face but also work great as spot treatments.

(click on the picture for a link to the product)

So when I first used the Tinglexfoliate mask, I used it all over my face. It dries fairly quickly and you can even see little spots pop up to show where it is pulling the most oil and dirt out of your skin. It tightens your skin as it dries and you can see little pieces of green tea leaves. Fun fact, green tea does amazing wonders for your skin because it is a great detox.

My favorite part about this mask is that once it dries and you wash it off, it has tiny pieces of volcanic pumice rock. This gently exfoliates your skin and washes away any debris picked up by the mask. Honestly I saw a difference in my skin after one use. Now I love using it on any spots that pop up or if I want to deep clean the pores on my nose after wearing a lot of makeup.

Truly a great product and one of the best masks on the market!

Ciao!!!!

Happy September ! First Day of School Outfits

Happy September to my beautiful friends! September means that fall is closer than we think and that makes me just so happy! So of course with the beginning of September today, this means the first day of school is right around the corner. I wanted to put together ideas for some great outfits that are chic and appropriate for the first day of school.

So this post is going to be geared towards my girls in college. I remember being in high school and they can have pretty strict dress codes so I don't want any young girls getting in trouble! Stick to the rules and do good in school my little high schoolers :)

The first day of college classes is always fun and let's be real it's mostly a bunch of socializing and trying not to get lost. As most college kids know, the first week of classes is also known as syllabus week which means usually no work whatsoever and some great parties. So back in the day when I was in college we always made sure to get through class and meet up with a bunch of friends.

Here are some outfits that I think would be great for a first day of class in warm September:

Jacket: Forever21

Dress: Forever21

Wedges: GoJane

This outfit is great for those warm days and chilly nights. Throw on a comfy sundress and add a nice denim jacket for extra warmth. **Hint nude wedges will help make your legs look longer.

Graphic tee: TJMAXX

Shorts: Hot Miami Styles

Flats: Forever21

Sunglasses: Forever21

For my girls who love to keep it casual throw on some denim shorts and a graphic tee. And if your graphic tee is a little long, just knot it to the side.

Dress: Forever21

Belt: H&M

Espadrilles: Forever21

Take a simple dress and spruce it up with a nice belt to cinch that waist and add shape back into your body. Spice up the outfit with really cute flats. These espadrilles are great because you can decide how you want to lace them up.

September is the beginning to so many wonderful new journeys that we have the opportunity to embark on, so start it off on a positive note! Good luck and I wish you all a wonderful school year!

Ciao!!!!