Tip Tuesdays Are BACK! Tip #102: Starting with a Good Foundation

January 15, 2019January 21, 2019 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood1 Comment

Tip Tuesdays are Back!

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday:

Today’s tip is about A Makeup Mistake When Applying Foundation:

When applied correctly, makeup can give you an instant confidence boost, but when not done right it can also be a quick way to make you feel like wearing it was a big mistake!

Being the base, the foundation of your makeup, it is very important to get it right. The formula and color of foundation you choose can make all the difference. But there are some important things that need to happen before the foundation is even applied.

Foundation Tip 1: Properly prepare your skin

Whether your skin is normal, oily, dry, acne prone or a combo of all of them, you must properly prepare your skin before you put any makeup on.

First, wash and tone your face:

My favorite toner is Mario Badescu Facial Spray
As well as the Trader Joes Rose Water Facial Toner

Second, apply serums and facial oils

One serum that I have recently added to my skincare routine is rosehip oil. This one from Skincare is a great oil that doesn’t cost a lot. A 4 oz bottle costs around $15. I purchased mine on Amazon, but you can also order it directly from the Radha website.

Some of my favorite serums are from Asterwood Naturals

I have noticed that using this hyaluronic moisture boost serum from Trader Joes has made a big difference in the look and feel of my skin. This is my fourth bottle and I am about to need to get another one.

Thirdly, whether your skin is dry or super oily, you have got to moisturize!

My current favorite day cream is the Pacifica Beauty Coconut Probiotic Water Rehab Cream. I’ve been using it for about 6 months now. As soon as I finish one tube I get another one! That says a lot considering how many other day creams I already have. It is good for all skin types, it’s #vegan as well as #crueltyfree.

Lastly, don’t forget to exfoliate! Your skin will be healthier and look smoother. You can read all about why exfoliating is important in a previous Tip Tuesday by clicking HERE.

My all-time favorite exfoliator is the Dr. Brandt Skincare PoreDermabrasion Pore Perfecting Exfoliator. A 2 oz tube of this exfoliator is $58 at Sephora as well as on the Dr. Brandt’s website, in my opinion, it is worth every penny.

Follow these few steps and you will have a beautiful face to put your foundation on. Eventually, you might even find that you hardly need to use any foundation at all anymore.

Let me know if you try it out and what you think! If you are enjoying these tips every Tuesday you can check them all out by clicking HERE.

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Lifestyle

It Is Well – Kristene DiMarco and Bethel Music – You Make Me Brave

January 6, 2019January 5, 2019 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Grander earth has quaked before
Moved by the sound of His voice
Seas that are shaken and stirred
Can be calmed and broken for my regard

And through it all, through it all
My eyes are on You
And through it all, through it all
It is well

And through it all, through it all
My eyes are on You
And it is well with me

And far be it from me to not believe
Even when my eyes can’t seeAnd this mountain that’s in front of me
Will be thrown into the midst of the sea

And through it all, through it all
My eyes are on You
And through it all, through it all
It is well

And through it all, through it all
My eyes are on You
And it is well
It is well

So let go my soul and trust in Him
The waves and wind still know His name
So let go my soul and trust in Him
The waves and wind still know His name
So let go my soul and trust in Him
The waves and wind still know His name
The waves and wind still know His name

And it is well with my soul
It is well with my soul
It is well with my soul
It is well
It is well with my soul
Oh it is well with my soul (’cause of who you are)
Oh it is well with my soul
It is well with my soul
It is well
It is well with my soul
It is well
It is well with my soul
It is well
It is well with my soul

And through it all, through it all
My eyes are on You
And through it all, through it all
It is well LordAnd through it all, through it all
My eyes are on You
And it is well with me

Songwriters: Kristene Elizabeth DimarcoIt

Is Well lyrics © Bethel Music Publishing

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Love and Life

Happy New Year, 2019!

January 1, 2019December 16, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #52 Women’s Health 5-Minute Total-Body Toning One-Dumbbell Workout

December 31, 2018December 16, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood1 Comment

Happy New Year’s Eve!A full year of No Gym? No Problem! Workouts completed!

You’ll do 5 moves in 5 minutes with minimal rest between moves. You can complete this set once for a super quick workout, or replay the video 3-5 times for a total of 15 to 25 minutes of exercise. All you need is a single dumbbell.

Sumo Squat
Offset Lunge
Offset Lunge with Over Head Press
Woodchop Squat
Dumbbell Pull-Through

Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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Bitter Sweet

December 22, 2018December 22, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

I’ve had times in my life that I have struggled with bitterness. I can tell you that during those times I was miserable! There was no sweetness in my life, everything was consumed with that bitterness.

I don’t want to ruin the sweetness of my life with bitterness.

Hebrews 12:15 Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;

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Reckless Love by Cory Asbury

December 21, 2018December 22, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Before I spoke a word, You were singing over me
You have been so, so good to me
Before I took a breath, You breathed Your life in me
You have been so, so kind to me

Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God
Oh, it chases me down, fights ‘til I’m found, leaves the ninety-nine
I couldn’t earn it, I don’t deserve it, still, You give Yourself away
Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God

I couldn’t earn it, I don’t deserve it, still, You give Yourself away

When I was Your foe, still Your love fought for me
You have been so, so good to me
When I felt no worth, You paid it all for me
You have been so, so kind to me Bridge

There’s no shadow You won’t light up
Mountain You won’t climb up
Coming after me
There’s no wall You won’t kick down
Lie You won’t tear down
Coming after me

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You Are Not Alone

December 20, 2018December 17, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

While this is often referred to as the most wonderful time of the year and a season of holly jolliness, for many people it is a very sad time of year. If you or someone you know feels hopeless, you are not alone! Sometimes sharing your struggle makes a world of difference!

You are Not Alone | lookingjoligood.blog

“Speaking out takes courage, and our mental health is just as important as our physical health. So support those who are open about what they’re going through. It could save a life.”

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Call 1-800-273-8255

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The CDC states that “Suicide remains a major public health problem, one that occurs throughout the year. It is the 10th leading cause of death for all Americans. Each year, more than 36,000 people take their own lives. In addition, more than 374,000 are treated in emergency departments for self-inflicted injuries.”

Psalm 46:1-3 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.

Proverbs 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe.

Nehemiah 8:10 Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.

Exodus 15:2 The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. This is my God, and I will praise him— my father’s God, and I will exalt him!

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Give And You Will Receive

December 19, 2018December 17, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Luke 6:38

Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.

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Make up · Review

The Original Naked Palette by Urban Decay

December 18, 2018December 16, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood1 Comment

I love glitter! If it shimmers and shines I’m into it! Recently though, I have been keeping my makeup look more simple. I have been using the matte shades in the original Naked palette by Urban Decay Cosmetics and I am very pleased with the results!

When they announce that the original Naked palette was going to be discontinued I tried to talk myself out of buying it. Do I need another eyeshadow palette… NOPE! Did I buy another eyeshadow palette… YUP! Did anyone else fall for the hype?!

I’m really glad that I did buy it though because I am in love with it! I have several other palettes from Urban Decay, but so far this is the one that I have found myself reaching for the most.

I have no idea why in the world they chose to discontinue this palette?! As one of the first ever eyeshadow palettes that most people purchased, it is so iconic! I don’t know, but I have a feeling that something has got to be in the plans to eventually bring it back from the dead.

In the meantime, if you wanted to add this palette to your collection, I hope that you did when you had the chance. I’m glad that I gave into the hype!

Other products I am wearing in the above photo:

Ulta BeautyMineral Powder Foundation
Physicians formula butter bronzer
Essence cosmetics Make Me Brow Eyebrow Gel Mascara
Urban Decay Naked Palette
Maybelline Volum’ Express The Colossal Mascara waterproof
LORACColor Source Buildable Blush in Aura
COVERGIRL Colorlicious Oh Sugar! Vitamin Infused Lip Balm in Cup Cake

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Counting Every Blessing

November 18, 2018November 18, 2018 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year. Every year during the month of November I try to be even more focused on being grateful. Gratitude really does turn what we have into enough.

Whenever I find my attitude is sour, if I instead focus on the good and all the blessings that I have, I find that my outlook and attitude changes. I’ve been blessed beyond all measure!

I found myself humming this song and wanted to share its great message.

Counting Every Blessing

Rend Collective

Songwriters: Gareth Gilkeson / Chris Llewellyn / Bridget Herron / Ali Gilkeson / Will Herron / Steve Mitchell / Patrick Thompson

Ooh, ooh

I was blind, now I’m seeing in color
I was dead, now I’m living forever
I had failed, but you were my redeemer
I’ve been blessed beyond all measure

I was lost, now I’m found by the father
I’ve been changed from a ruin to treasure
I’ve been given a hope and a future
I’ve been blessed beyond all measure

I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing
Letting go and trusting when I cannot see

I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing
Surely every season you are good to me

Oh, you are good to me
Oh, you are good to me

You were there in the valley of shadows
You were there in the depth of my sorrows
You’re my strength, my hope for tomorrow

I’ve been blessed beyond all measure

I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing
Letting go and trusting when I cannot see

I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing
Surely every season you are good to me

Oh, you are good to me
Oh, you are good to me

Surely your goodness pursues me
Surely your heart is still for me
I will remember your mercies all my days
Through every storm and gale

I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing
Letting go and trusting when I cannot see
I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing
Surely every season you are good to me
I am counting every blessing, counting every blessing

Letting go and trusting when I cannot see

I am counting every blessing, I’m counting every blessing
Surely every season you are good to me

Oh, you are good to me
Oh, you are good to me
Oh, you are good to me
Oh, you are good to me

For your goodness, I will ever praise you

Oh, you are good to me
Oh, you are good to me
Sing it out now
Oh, you are good to me
In my hurting
Oh, you are good to me

I’ll sing it loud
Oh, you are good to me
Even in the dark

Oh, you are good to me
Lift your voices
Oh, you are good to me
All the time
Oh, you are good to me

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Tip Tuesdays Are BACK! Tip #102: Starting with a Good Foundation