August 2014 Favorites + Tom Ford Fall 2014 Preview

I feel as though I say this constantly, but I cannot believe another four weeks has flown by. It is true what they say — that your early twenties seem to drag on, but that your mid-twenties will pass in the blink of an eye. I wish I could stop time to enjoy the little things! Still, August was a great month dedicated to growth and change and finally, some weight loss! My first juice cleanse was one of the most eye-opening experiences, but I have been doing my best to eat healthier overall, despite my hectic schedule and late night cravings. Though I'm struggling with some hormonal blemishes this week, I feel completely like myself again! I hope you'll enjoy this month's selection of Hits & Misses, as there are some very highly requested product reviews and updates here. Thanks always for stopping by and hope you have a wonderful start to the Fall season! xo 

PRODUCTS REVIEWED:

Remington iLight Face and Body [promo code: ilightBM2 for 15% off]

Tom Ford Traceless Foundation in Fawn 

Koh Gen Do Powder in OC-2 and Case 

Dior Fall 2014 Eyeshadow Palette in Pied de Poule [swatches HERE]

Kevyn Aucoin Loose Shadow in Candlelight [swatches HERE]

Charlotte Tilbury 'Full Fat Lashes' 5 Star Mascara

Sonia Kashuk 'Make a Face' Brushes

Chikuhodo GSN 6-Piece Brush Set

Kerastase Chroma Thermique Hair Milk

Dove Sensitive Skin Body Wash 

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Lotion 

Makeup Worn:

Tom Ford Traceless Foundation in Fawn 

Tom Ford Concealer in Light 

Tom Ford Bronzer in Terra 

Tom Ford Illuminating Powder 

Tom Ford Fall 2014 Cheek Duos 

Tom Ford Fall 2014 Lipsticks 

Tom Ford Fall 2014 Eye Color Quad in Nude Dip 

Tom Ford Eye Defining Pen in Deeper 

Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil in 204 and Holder 

Koh Gen Do Powder in OC-2 and Case 

Guerlain Maxi Lash WP Mascara 

Velour Lashes in Hey Shawty 

*Use promo code RAEVELOUR to receive 15% OFF

Blouse:

Joie Matte Silk XS 

Nails:

Tom Ford Fall 2014 

Giorgio Armani Fall 2014 

Hair:

Hot Tools Curling Iron in 1.5" (White) 

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THE TEN | Best Skin Care Products for Acne & Acne Scarring + My Acne Story

Today's long post is dedicated to my acne story. Thanks to the magic of genetics and the influence of my skin care-obsessed grandmother, I never had insecurities about my skin and have almost always maintained clear, healthy skin. I never struggled with acne until last year, when I had a severe bout of cystic acne due to facial waxing. Lesson learned: NEVER EVER wax the face! I had waxed my brows successfully via the Benefit Brow Bar, so I figured I might as well wax off the little peach fuzz around my forehead and cheeks. I couldn't have been more wrong. My skin was fine for the first couple months, but then the cystic acne appeared. I immediately stopped waxing, but I suffered from active break-outs for nearly six months thereafter, wave after wave. Please continue reading and check out my product recommendations after the jump!

February 2014 Favorites [Hits & Misses] feat. Eyeshadow Palettes, Brushes, Skin, etc.!

February was such a busy month, and March will only be more hectic! I had to whittle this video down and leave out some skin care products, but I will be sure to cover them individually here on the blog later this month. Instead, I chose to discuss some of the hottest new makeup releases from Smashbox and NARS here in this episode, as well as the Hakuhodo face brushes I have been enjoying for the past few weeks. I hope you enjoy the video! xo

PRODUCTS REVIEWED:

Smashbox Full Exposure Eyeshadow Palette 

Too Faced Glitter Glue Eyeshadow Primer 

NARS NARSissist Eyeshadow Palette 

Tom Ford Eyeshadow Palettes in Cocoa Mirage and Seductive Rose 

Chanel Ombres Contraste Eyeshadow Duo in 70 Rose Majeur
Tom Ford Lip Sheer Lipstick in Summer Fling 

Stila Lip Glazes in Fairy Dust & Apricot 

Anastasia Brow Powder Duo in Granite 

Anastasia Brow Wiz Pencil in Granite

Anastasia Dipbrow Pomade in Ebony 

Hakuhodo S5557 Angled Foundation Brush 

Hakuhodo S103 Pointed Powder Brush 

Hakuhodo S106 Angled Powder Brush   

EM Michelle Phan All Over Face Brush
Make Up Forever 112 Foundation Brush
Sigma Beauty F69 Angled Pixel Concealer Brush 

First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Deep Cleanser with Red Clay 

First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Purifying Mask with Red Clay 

GlamGlow Brightmud Eye Treatment

     *Get 30% Off ALL GlamGlow HERE with Promo Code: RRBM
     **Unfortunately this code was discontinued by the manufacturer. Sorry for any troubles!** 

ENJOY Conditioning Spray & Luxury Conditioner 

     *Get 20% Off ALL Enjoy HERE with Promo Code: RREJ

Orly Won't Chip Top Coat 

Makeup Worn:

Chanel Le Blanc Sheer Illuminating Base 

Chanel Vitalumiere Liquid Foundation in B30 

EM Michelle Phan Concealer Palette in Light 

Koh Gen Do Triple Lighting Powder Foundation in OC-1 

Tom Ford Bronzing Powder in Terra 

Cle de Peau Eyebrow Pencil Cartridge in 204 and Holder 

NARS NARSissist Eyeshadow Palette [All About Eve I, Nepal, Ashes to Ashes, Mekon] 

EM Michelle Phan Scribble Eyeliner in Tattoo Black   

Giorgio Armani Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil in Black 

Hourglass Film Noir Mascara 

Tom Ford Lip Sheer Lipstick in In The Buff 

Velour Lashes in Guilty, Lashaholic 

     *Use promo code RAEVELOUR to receive 15% off your purchase!

Earrings:
House of Harlow White Sunburst Studs

Nails:
Chanel Spring 2014 Tapage

Sweater:
DailyLook

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