Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater

June 24, 2017June 17, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood4 Comments

~Weekly Product Highlight~ Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater~

I had heard great things about this facial spray with aloe herb and rosewater, so I was very excited to see how it worked. So many of the reviews say “this spray is life changing!” Little did I know how quickly I would become obsessed with it!

I love to try new skin care products and pamper my skin! I have normal to combo skin and get an occasional breakout here and there. This spray has been leaving my skin feeling glowy moisturized and smoothed. The nozzle gives a nice fine spray, making it possible to be used as an after makeup spray as well.

Like the name states, this spray has a light refreshing rose scent. Despite that fact that I love actual real flower roses, I’m not usually a big fan of rose scented things. This spray is an exception, I really love the scent of it! It is also available in an Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea version. I think that I am going to try that one next time. At the rate that I am using this spray, that will be very soon…

Mario Badescu facial spray | lookingjoligood.blog — I’ve had this 4 fl oz bottle for about 4 weeks.

Here is how I have been using it:
I mist onto my face, neck, or hair whenever I feel like I want to, haha.😉 It is like giving my skin a little pick-me-up either before I put my makeup on or, post-makeup application to reduce a powdery looking finish. I have been spraying my face either before or after (or both) applying my daily and nightly moisturizer. I’m telling you, I’m obsessed with this facial spray! Despite the fact that I have a small face and I could probably get away with only using two spritzes at a time, I love to really go at it and use 4 sprays at a time. 😂 I have been using it at least twice a day, sometimes as many as four times a day. Like I said, I’ve become pretty obsessed with this spray.

This spray is available in two versions and three sizes: Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater version and Aloe, Cucumber, and Green Tea version, and in 2, 4 and 8 fl oz bottles. The travel size 2 fl oz bottle is $5.00 USD, and a 4 fl oz bottle that I have now is $7.00 USD. Now that I know how much I love this product, next time I purchase it, I plan to pick up the 8 oz bottle which is $12.00 USD.

Here are the Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater spray ingredients:
Aqua (Water, Eau), Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosa Canina Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Parfum (Fragrance), Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Citronellol, Geraniol, CI 17200 (Red 33), CI 42090 (Blue 1)

What does the Mario Badescu Website have to say about it:

Cult-favorite. Makeup artist must-have.
Revitalizes with dewy radiance.
Boosts moisture and glow.

Ideal for: All skin.

Revitalize skin with dewy radiance. Whether spritzed for a hydrating boost or mid-day pick-me-up, our cult-favorite facial spray helps revive dehydrated skin anytime, anywhere. It’s a rejuvenating mist infused with herbal and botanical extracts (like Aloe Vera, Gardenia, Rose, Bladderwrack, and Thyme) that help soothe and re-energize skin—giving it a healthy, radiant glow.

#MBSKINTIP: To give your makeup a dewy finish, spritz your favorite brush or sponge before blending in foundation or concealer. Once you’re done, mist your face as a final step to add radiance. For an extra refreshing and cooling boost, store the bottle in your refrigerator.

A refreshing, hydrating mist to use anywhere anytime. Simply formulated with fragrant herbal extracts and rosewater for a pleasant, pick me up for dehydrated, tight and uncomfortable skin. Spray your day and night creams for a boost of hydration or use it to set make-up or spray on dry hair throughout the day. Safe for all skin types. Gentle, non-irritating.”

What about you? Have you ever tried this Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater? Was it love at first spray for you too? Have you tried the Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea version? If you try this spray, let me know what you think about it!

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Ipsy June 2017 Glam Bag

June 22, 2017June 22, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood8 Comments

June’s Glam Bag theme is “Volume Up”

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“Better turn that dial wayyy to the right. This month #ipsyvolumeup challenges you to fearlessly express yourself. Be seen! Be heard! Shout your message from teh rooftop!”

Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

(If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE)

If you follow me on Instagram you already saw what I got in my June glam bag.

glambag Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

This month’s bag is one of my favorite bags yet. It is a sturdy weight tan canvas material with a cartoon looking mouth on it.

“This loud and proud pouch is a not-so-subtle reminder to *always* speak your mind!” ipsy glam bag Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

Here is what I got in my June 2017 ipsy glam bag:

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Beaute Basics Travel Face Blender in Light Pink

Do not be deceived by the look of this face blender. It may resemble the shape of a Beauty Blender. It may be the same color as a Beauty Blender… but this, my friend, is no Beauty Blender! This thing is TERRIBLE!!! I may as well get a rock from my back yard and try to apply my makeup with it. NOPE!

beauty blenders | lookingjoligood.blog

The instructions say to “wet the blender, give it a squeeze, and use a towel to absorb any excess water.” I assumed that the blender would become larger like most other sponges. It did soak up a ton of water, but it didn’t get any bigger or softer. Save yourself $9.99 and buy a Real Techniques beauty sponge for $4.88. (Want to know what I think about how awesome the Real Techniques beauty sponges are, click HERE)

NYX Professional Makeup Whipped Lip & Cheek Soufflé in Plush

So far the things that I have owned from NYX are some of my favorites. As a brand overall, I really enjoy their products, this is not one of the things that I would ever consider buying on my own. It claims that it can be used on lips and cheeks. It is a really pretty color, but it doesn’t really show up on my lips, and is not comfortable either. Also, I will never use it on my cheeks because of the oily texture. Kinda a waste of a sample for me. Maybe someone else will get some use out of it because it really is a pretty color.

ipsters who got this product in their Glam Bag received the shades Cocoa Bean, Pink Cloud, or Plush (I got plush).

Cocoa Bean is a super versatile nude brown that also works great for contouring.
Pink Cloud is a warm pinky coral that’s perf for a lit-from-within flush.
Plush is a cool nude pink that looks awesome on literally all skin tones.

PÜR Mini Fully Charged Magnetic Mascara

I really love mascaras, but for some reason, I am just really tired of getting them in my glam bags. To be honest, I haven’t even opened this one up to look at the brush. Maybe I will just pass this along to someone else. Kinda a waste of a sample…

skyn Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

skyn ICELANDGlacial Face Wash with White Willow Bark

Surprisingly this is the thing that I am looking forward to using the most out of my 5 samples this month. I have been really into skin care recently.

I have finally made up my mind and I am planning to get a 3-month subscription to Boxy Charm… but I haven’t signed up for it yet. I have seen a few posts about what is in the June box. I think that the RealHer eyeshadow palette looks great, but I am never going to wear the liquid lipstick and I’m not sure if I want the brush, face masks, and highlight. I think that I’ll wait until next month.

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Did you get a glam bag this month? What did you get in yours? Were you happy with your samples? Do you get any other monthly subscription bags/boxes that are worth trying out? Let me know in the comments below.

Don’t forget, if you don’t already to ipsy subscribe and would like to try it out, you can use my referral link by clicking HERE! Also, if you are interested in seeing my other recent posts about ipsy click HERE.

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This Is How To Change The World

June 18, 2017June 17, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

The world we live in is a scary and mean place. The best way to change it is to be the change in it. We can start one person at a time by teaching our children to be different than all the others.

This is how they’ll change the world, by us teaching them to be kind, offer help, be a friend, and look for the good!

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Review · Weekly Product Highlight

Caress Body Wash Forever Collection

June 17, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood3 Comments

~Weekly Product Highlight~Caress Body Wash Forever Collection~

The world’s first collection of body washes with Fragrance Touch Technology. Touch your skin to release fine fragrance for up to 12 hours.

I originally tried this body wash as a sample and quickly fell in love with it! It smells absolutely wonderful! It has a great lather and leaves the skin feeling clean without being overly dry and tight. It also has sparkles in it, who doesn’t love sparkles?! It is crazy how long the fragrances in these body washes last!

The Caress Forever Body Washes have “fragrance touch technology” that is supposed to make the scent last longer. As I have mentioned before, I am very sensitive to different fragrances. I wasn’t sure if this body wash was going to give me a headache, so I was a bit apprehensive about using it at first. I was nervous that if it bothered me I might be stuck smelling it all day. Fortunately, it didn’t bother me at all, and I quickly fell in love with the beautiful scents.

The “fragrance touch technology” really does make the scent last longer! I notice the scent through out the day if I rub my hand on my skin several hours later, the scent seems to be reactivated. So cool!

Don’t just take my word for it, this body wash won the Allure 2015 Break Through Award.

There are 4 scents available: Love Forever (red label), Adore Forever (deep pink label), Mystique Forever (purple label), Enchant Forever (blue label).

Each one has an interesting and complex mix of different scents with top notes, heart notes, and base notes.

Love Forever

Top Notes: Mandarin Orange and Peach

Heart Notes: Scarlet Red Rose, Peony and Freesia

Base Notes: Sandalwood and Vanilla Musk

Adore Forever:

Top Notes: Raspberry and Cassis

Heart Notes: Angel Face Rose and Muguet

Base Notes: Amber, Honey and Vanilla

Mystique Forever

Top Notes: Bergamot, Apple, Pink, Pepper

Heart Notes: Lotus, Jasmine, Sambac Absolute, Tuberose Absolute, Imperial Iris

Base Notes: Musk, Amber, Praline

Enchant Forever:

Top Notes: Bergamot

Heart Notes: Jasmine, Honeysuckle, Praline

Base Notes: Sandalwood, Musk, Vanilla

I have tried three of the four scents: Love Forever, Adore Forever, Mystique Forever. While I enjoy them all, out of these three, Love Forever is my favorite.

They have recently changed the packaging but the product and formula are still the same. The larger curvy top is the old packaging, the thinner top is the new packaging.

A 13.5 fluid ounce/ 400 ml bottle costs between $4-$5 USD, but there are always sales going on and coupons available. Worth every penny in my opinion!

What does the Caress Website have to say about it:

“The Caress Forever Collection is the world’s first body wash with fragrance touch technology. The breakthrough technology of Fragrance Release Pearls^TM releases bursts of perfume with every touch of your skin. The collection delivers long-lasting, unforgettable, fine fragrance for up to 12 hours.

As an award winning perfumer, Loc Dong has close to two decades of experience crafting more than 40 renowned scents for major fashion and fragrances houses. Inspired by the confident and sensual modern woman, Loc Dong captured the widely coveted scent of the mysterious scarlet red rose with breakthrough Living Rose technology for the Caress Forever Collection.”

“Fragrance is emotion brought to Life. The Caress Forever Collection evokes love, passion, sensuality, and elegance.”- Loc Dong

I absolutely love this body wash! What about you? Have you ever used any of the Caress Forever Collection Body Washes? What did you think? Which is your favorite? Let me know in the comments.

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Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #69

June 13, 2017March 31, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday:

Use plain Greek Yogurt as a face mask.

I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for ways to improve my complexion and skin. Skin care is so important! Unfortunately, it can also be so expensive! I have a miracle skin care step that is quite inexpensive!

I have been using plain greek yogurt as a face mask, and my skin is looking better than ever! My skin feels and looks smoother, my fine lines and pore are less visible.

There are so many benefits to applying a Greek yogurt mask! What I have noticed is that it helps moisturize, fight acne, prevent breakouts and reduce discoloration. I have heard that it also can prevent premature aging, as well as relieve sunburn.

Directions: Generously apply 1.5-2 tsp of plain greek yogurt to the entire face avoiding the eye area. Let it sit on the skin until the mask is dry. Remove with a warm washcloth and be amazed at how beautiful your skin looks and feels.

Generally, I will apply it before I take a shower and leave it on my face about 10 min or so, depending on how much time I have. If I have a busy morning and don’t have time to bother with a face mask, I will apply the mask at night and leave it on anywhere from 20-35 min.

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Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #68

June 6, 2017June 6, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday:

Shiny healthy hair comes from the Inside out.

The healthier you are inside, the healthier your hair and skin will look on the outside! Take a daily multi-vitamin with Biotin to help hair grow faster and look healthier.

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Ditch The Diet for Healthy Habits

Let Yourself Indulge

June 2, 2017April 26, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

~Ditch the Diet~

Let’s review the ways we have already discussed on how to ditch dieting for good…

1) Make small manageable changes one at a time.
2) Set realistic goals and write them down.
3) Shop the perimeter of the grocery store.
4) Find healthy foods you love.
5) Get a routine and be consistent with it.

Here is the next way to add to the list:

6) Let Yourself Indulge (within reason):

Denying yourself can lead to unwanted binges. Instead, be strict with your diet leading up to the time before the indulgence. Truly enjoy the food that you are eating, and then, later on, DO NOT make yourself feel guilty about it afterward.

If you know you are going to a birthday party or a friends BBQ let yourself indulge within reason. Maybe you are going to a fancy restaurant or out for a celebratory dinner. There is no reason to binge on all the food that is there, but there is also no reason to force yourself to resist eating either.

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I have found that occasionally enjoying a sweet treat or special meal is an absolutely necessary part of a feasible healthy lifestyle. We are not talking about a strict diet, the whole point of ditching the diet is learning how to live a healthy lifestyle and enjoying your life!

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Beauty Subscription · Make up

Ipsy May 2017 Glam Bag

May 31, 2017May 31, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

May’s theme is “Summer Friday”

“Your Summer story starts here”

Where I live, May has been rainy, gray and foggy. We have had a few sunny days here and there but overall it’s been a gloomy month. The summer theme for this month’s glam bag couldn’t have been farther from the truth…

Despite the doom and gloom, with all the end of school year activities, May has been a super busy month. I’m just getting around to writing about my glam bag now.

If you follow me on Instagram you already saw what I got in my May glam bag.

(If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE)

This month’s bag is a cute see through plastic rain coat feeling material with ice cream cones and popsicles on it. It is a bit longer than most ipsy glam bags.

The way that ipsy describes the bag is “I scream, you scream, we all scream for this Glam Bag dream! May’s bag (inspired by our fave Summer Friday treat) is water resistant, AKA perf for making a splash at pool parties!”

Here is what I got in my May 2017 ipsy glam bag:

Urban Decay Afterglow in Sin

I love Urban Decay! I have never been disappointed with any of the powder products I have used from them. This highlighter is no exception. The powder is super finely milled, which makes it feel creamy while still feeling lightweight.

Jelly Pong Pong Supercharged Super Intense Eyeshadow Duo in Electric

I have used several Jelly Pong Pong products from ipsy. So far all have been impressive. I really enjoy this product, I just have so many similar shimmery rose gold/golden eye shadows that I feel this one will probably get lost in the shuffle… I may pass it along to a friend.

Pixi by Petra Endless Silky Eye Pen in BlackNoir

Yet ANOTHER black eyeliner in my glam bag… 🙄
The formula is super creamy, making the application easy without any tugging or pulling. It is waterproof and super hard to remove without an oil based makeup remover. I would really love to try this same product in another shade… Some ipsters recieved the shade OpalOvercoat…oh well.

Hey Honey Bésame Mucho

I love getting lip balms in my glam bags! This one is perfection! If I were to create a lip balm, this is exactly what I would create! It is absolutely perfection! The scent is perfect, the consistency is perfect, the way it makes my lips feel is perfect. This sample tube is 8ml/ 0.27 oz, a 15mL/ .5oz tube costs $14.00. I will definitely be buying this one when I finish up this tube.

This product’s Spanish name Bésame Mucho translates in English to “kiss me a lot,”. It has Propolis, which is an extract from beehives that both hydrates and is antibacterial. At night, I love putting on a super thick layer to use as an overnight lip mask

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Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #67

May 30, 2017April 19, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday:

This week’s tip is: Turn your eyeshadow into eyeliner:

Wet an eyeliner brush with water or a makeup setting spray of your choice
Swirl the wet brush into your eyeshadow.
Line your eyes

It is really that simple!
Your liner color options are now endless!

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Review

How ’bout Them Samples #8

May 27, 2017May 27, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood3 Comments

This is the group of samples that I will be trying out for the next few weeks. I’ll let you know what I think and if I would purchase the full sized product based on the sample.

Here is a list of what I will be trying:

All natural Peppermint Patty lip balm

Biore free your pores baking soda acne scrub

Cetaphil moisturizing cream body dry sensitive skin

Colgate Optic White Radiant

Eva NYC Therapy Session Hair Mask

Eva NYC Clean it up shampoo

John Frieda FrizzEase Daily Nourishment Moisturizing Conditioner

Roc Multi Correction 5 in 1 chest neck and face cream

Symphony Beauty snow cream moisturize

The balm Mad Lash Black Mascara

Check back in a few weeks to see what I think about these samples!

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater

~Weekly Product Highlight~ Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater~

Ipsy June 2017 Glam Bag

June’s Glam Bag theme is “Volume Up”

Here is what I got in my June 2017 ipsy glam bag:

Beaute Basics Travel Face Blender in Light Pink

NYX Professional Makeup Whipped Lip & Cheek Soufflé in Plush

PÜR Mini Fully Charged Magnetic Mascara

skyn ICELANDGlacial Face Wash with White Willow Bark

This Is How To Change The World

Caress Body Wash Forever Collection

~Weekly Product Highlight~Caress Body Wash Forever Collection~

Love Forever

Adore Forever:

Mystique Forever

Enchant Forever:

Tip Tuesday #69

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday:

Tip Tuesday #68

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday:

Let Yourself Indulge

~Ditch the Diet~

Ipsy May 2017 Glam Bag

May’s theme is “Summer Friday”

Here is what I got in my May 2017 ipsy glam bag:

Urban Decay Afterglow in Sin

Jelly Pong Pong Supercharged Super Intense Eyeshadow Duo in Electric

Pixi by Petra Endless Silky Eye Pen in BlackNoir

Hey Honey Bésame Mucho

Tip Tuesday #67

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday:

How ’bout Them Samples #8

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~Weekly Product Highlight~ Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater~

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Here is what I got in my June 2017 ipsy glam bag:

Beaute Basics Travel Face Blender in Light Pink

NYX Professional Makeup Whipped Lip & Cheek Soufflé in Plush

PÜR Mini Fully Charged Magnetic Mascara

skyn ICELANDGlacial Face Wash with White Willow Bark

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~Weekly Product Highlight~Caress Body Wash Forever Collection~

Love Forever

Adore Forever:

Mystique Forever

Enchant Forever:

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~Ditch the Diet~

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May’s theme is “Summer Friday”

Here is what I got in my May 2017 ipsy glam bag:

Urban Decay Afterglow in Sin

Jelly Pong Pong Supercharged Super Intense Eyeshadow Duo in Electric

Pixi by Petra Endless Silky Eye Pen in BlackNoir

Hey Honey Bésame Mucho

Luxie Beauty Luxie Dreamcatcher Precision Foundation Brush 660

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