TOP 5 SEPTEMBER FAVORITES

hey everyone :)

so I really can't believe it's already October--the year is already flying by. 

I'm going to try and keep up with these monthly favorites to show you what I've been loving the past month. I'm going to try and keep it categorized with an except or two ;) enjoy!

1. Bare Minerals Matte Foundation:

My favorite makeup this month has definitely been my Bare Minerals Matte Foundation. I am in the shade "medium beige." I've been using Bare Minerals foundation for almost two years now and have loved it soo much. I started with the original formula and since May 2010 have switched to the matte formulation. I have always loved this product but this month I have really REALLY loved it and am not sure how I ever lived without it. I have a pretty basic application technique that I'm sure everyone has seen in the Bare Minerals infomercial. To apply it I use the kabuki style brush made by Bare Minerals as well. I feel their brushes are extremely well made. They may not be as soft as Mac brushes but I feel that they apply the product exactly the same if not better.

2. Lush Lotion -- Dream Cream

For those of you who don't know Lush Cosmetics is an all-natural company that creates products made specifically for the bath and shower. These products are all handmade and use natural products. Most of their products are vegan friendly, too. This month I've been using one of their best selling lotions "Dream Cream" every day. It's packed with essential oils so it makes you skin feel incredibly soft. It has a very earthy smell that goes with all perfumes and body sprays. (and smells great on it's own too !) I have been really enjoying this lotion this month, I typically change my lotions a lot so for me to want to stick with one is a big deal !

3. Pacifica Mediterranean Fig Perfume

I love to change up my perfume according to the season and my favorite fall/winter perfume is Pacifica's Mediterranean Fig. I love this scent sooo much, I've purchased several bottles! These perfumes are pretty small and inexpensive (around $22). I love that they are small because you can easily throw them in your purse! The scent is has a unique smell that consists of sandalwood and fig. I find that most people either love or hate this scent--but I would recommend it if you love earthy and unique scents. This is the type of scent that grows on you! If you love this scent as much as I do they carry it in a lotion, a solid shampoo, and candles!

4. Twilight Woods Body Gel 

My favorite body wash of this month (and several months in the past) is Bath and Body Work's Twilight Woods. This gel is lathers so well--a little definitely goes a long way. The scent is perfect for this time of year. The notes include berry, mandarin, coconut, frangipani, mimosa, wet honeysuckle, apricot, oud wood, musk, orris, vanilla milk and warm woods. YUM :)

5. Black Low-top Converse

 This month I've pretty much worn my black low-top Converse shoes every day. They are an essential to my wardrobe now and give every look a more casual feel. I really love the versatility of these shoes and how they can be worn throughout most of the year. These are one of my favorite shoes!