Real Techniques Brush *Review/Giveaway!!*

Some of you may remember my previous review post I put up about the Real Techniques Eye-shadow Brushes, well I went out and purchased the Angled Foundation Brush. I just love this brush! The description on the back of the box says that the smooth taklon bristles will give you an airbrushed high definition look and believe me when I say it does! I didn't even need to use as much foundation with this brush so It looks great and saves me on foundation :)

 Here is what the brush looks like inside the box.

Outside the box

Now lets get to the best part!!

Because I love this brush so much, I am going to give one of my lucky followers the opportunity to win this amazing Real Techniques Brush from Samantha Chapman!!

Who can enter?

Open internationally, If under 18 years old please have parent permission

How to enter?

First, I would like you to reply to this post and answer this question: 
How do you like to apply your foundation?

Second, Tweet this on Twitter "Giveaway at thatssorenee.blogspot.com enter for your chance to win! @ThatsSoRenee" and leave your twitter user name in your comment as well.

Third, just follow my (this) blog. Then you are ENTERED!!


Contest ends Friday October 14th in the evening. The lucky winner will be announced Saturday afternoon using Random.org.


Join me on Facebook! (not required for giveaway) here is my link:

  http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001065770601

Disclaimer 

This giveaway was not sponsored. I purchased this with my own money :)

Good luck and have a beautiful day!

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My Day/Night Facial Routine

Makeup Remover

Neutrogena Make-up Remover Towelettes

25 towelettes per pack

Walgreens $6.49

I have been using these towelettes for a few months now and they work great! Especially because my eyes are pretty sensitive. I like that I can take off all my eye makeup with no problem.

Facial Cleansers

Clean&Clear Deep Action Cream Wash

6.5 oz

Target $4.99
In the morning after I wake up I like to use this to wash my face. It leaves my face feeling soft and fresh. It almost has a minty tingling feeling going on while i'm washing, but I like that because I know its working :) and it helps me to wake up. 

St. Ives Apricot Scrup

6 oz.

Target $3.04

I only exfoliate 3 to 4 times a week. I like to keep this in the shower so I don't forget to use it haha It really has improved the way my skin looks and feels. If your looking for a great exfoliate scrup I recommend this one. Very affordable, smells good, and really works! 

Facial Moisturizers

Clean&Clear Finishes Pore Perfecting Moisturizer

1.7 oz.

Walmart $6.97

I like to use this moisturizer in the morning before I prime and put my makeup on. It has a thin consistency so I don't feel like I have tons on product on my face after I use it.  

Targets Up&Up Moisturizing Lotion Radiant Skin with SPF 15

4 fl oz.

Target $10.49

This is what I like to use at night after I wash my face. It is a thinker moisturizer so I like it to soak into my skin at night so my face is nice and soft in the morning

*** Its always good to keep your face moisturized. I had very dry skin and since I have been moisturizing more, I notice my face is getting more on the normal side and not so dry anymore.***

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Weight loss update: Week 2

Week 2 Update

Weight lost: 4 lbs (in 2 weeks)
Next weeks weight loss goal: 2 lbs

Total lost: 4lbs

How I feel overall

Overall I feel great. My energy level is about the same, but I figured that could just be because of my thyroid medication I am taking, I'm not sure. I haven't noticed any difference in how my clothes feel because I have only lost 4 lbs, so im not expecting any changes right away. 

How I feel emotionally

These last 2 weeks I have really cut down on my calorie intake thanks to My Fitness Pal. The website and the app on my phone really helps and motivates me to stay on track and make sure I stay within my daily calorie goal. I feel good knowing that I did good that day staying under or meeting my calorie goal.

The relationship with my husband has also been great. He realizes how much I want to change my life and lose weight. Having the support from my family and friends is awesome! It is a great feeling knowing that people are rooting for me to better myself and be healthy

This weeks struggles

I am a huge Coca-Cola addict. Yes, I am admitting it haha. I just love it. Cutting out soda completely from my diet I would say has been my biggest struggle. I would typically have 3 to 4 sodas a day before this. I know this is horrible and this is why I gained so much weight over the years. I also struggle with not being able to order whatever I want when I go to eat. Im use to eating foods that are loaded with carbs and calories. This will be a big change for me. I'm not cutting my favorite foods out completely. If I have a pizza ill just have 1 slice and a side salad and water or unsweetened tea, not 2 or 3 slices with bread sticks and a coke like I use to do. 

Benefits

Since I gave up soda I have replaced it with more water, unsweetened tea, and juices.  :)  This will help clear up my skin more and my body will be more hydrated. 

What I will do differently for next week

I want to eat more veggies and try different foods. I am a very picky eater. For the past 2 weeks I sort of been eating the same foods everyday. Examples would be: breakfast I would have scrambled eggs, water and maybe an apple, lunch would be small just a turkey sandwich on wheat bread, and for dinner I would make some egg salad. Pretty boring right? I want this to change and I know I can change this I just have to explore foods and not be so picky.

I also want to but some exercise videos. I am not one to go out and jog for hours, I would rather do aerobics or dance my weight off. Its more fun and I can do this in the privacy of my home. 

My weight loss journey has just begun and I know it will only get harder as the months go on. I will definitely try my hardest to stay on track and change my diet forever. I would love the support and kind words from all of you. If you have blogged your weight loss journey I would love to read it. Please leave the link in the comment box below :) I find it inspirational to read how others accomplished there weight loss goals and finding new tips and tricks is always great.

Have a beautiful day and stay healthy :)

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My Foundation Routine

My Foundation Routine

Primer

After I cleanse and moisturize my face I like to prime my face using Still Glamorus Cosmetics Foundation Primer. I only use about a nickle size amount for my whole face including my neck. This helps make my foundation last longer and also the primer acts as a barrier for my skin preventing blemishes caused by my make-up.

Still Glamorus Cosmetics Foundation Primer

1 fl oz

$14.50

Foundation

After I have primed my face, I apply my foundation. My all time favorite foundation is the Revlon ColorStay. I am the shade Fresh Beige right now. Summer is leaving us so, I will eventually have to go a bit lighter. (This foundation does give full coverage to the face and it also has SPF 15 in it, so if you are looking for a full coverage foundation I highly recommend this one). I like to apply my foundation with a stippling brush from ELF cosmetics. Very affordable, only $3 from there studio line at my local target or at eyeslipsface.com  

***Quick tip: if you have dry skin try applying MACs Fix+ before your foundation. This will help add a little more moisture to you face and it will give you that air brushed look*** 

Revlon ColorStay

1 fl oz

Ulta $11.99


Concealer

I started to use Almay's Wake-Up concealer in Light/Medium. I like my concealer to be bit lighter then my foundation, that way it brightens up my eyes and it makes my skin look awake and fresh.  To apply this I use the Deluxe Crease brush from Samantha Chapmans Real Techniques brush kit (Ulta $17.99) I only apply the concealer under my eyes and if I have any dark spots or blemishes.

Almay Wake Up Concealer

0.22 fl oz.

CVS $8.99

Powder

To set my foundation I use the Revlon ColorStay Pressed Power in medium. I don't use a lot. I like to tap my brush just a couple times in the product and apply it where my face gets oily the most. If you apply too much powder the face tends to look a bit cakey and that's not a good look haha. The powder brush I use is also from ELF cosmetics from the studio line. It was only $3

Revlon ColorStay Pressed Powder
0.3 oz.

Walgreens $9.99


That is it! :) 
I hope everyone is having a wonderful day and thanks for taking the time to read my blog! XOXO

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Current Favorites: Bath Products

Shampoo and Conditioner

Big Sexy Hair: Big Volume Shampoo and Conditioner

33.8 fl. oz
Costco $17.99 (Great buy!)

I purchased these about a week ago and i've been using it everyday. Let me tell you, I fell in love with them! Big Sexy Hair not only gave my hair volume, it also moisturized it too. I wasn't expecting the moister, so when I noticed it, that just made me love it more! I live in Tucson, Arizona and we are well known for having horrible heat temperatures and high humitity in the summer. This shampoo and conditioner kept the volume in my hair throughout the whole day. This set also made my hair smell really clean so that was an added plus.

Body Wash

VitaBath Bath and shower Gel

38 oz.

Costco $16.99

This shower gel is AMAZING! I highly recommend this product. Why? because, VitaBath has vitamins A, B3, B5, C, and E  as well as an antioxidant superfruit blend that nuriouses your body leaving it well mositurized and soft feeling. This product also contains aromatherapy benefits from the lime extract, as well as Aloe Vera to moisturize the skin and help promote healing. Great right!? I cant see myself buying anything else. My skin was so dry from the summer now since i have been using VitaBath I have noticed a great improvement.

Lotion

Jergens Original Scent

21 fl.oz

CVS $6.99

My family and I have been using Jergens Original Scent since I was little. I have tried many other lotions but I always seem to go back to this one. I just love the soft feeling and smell of this product. Jergens claims to give 24- hour moisture and comforting relief that helps eliminate dryness, and I completely agree! My skin feels soft and smooth all throughout the day.

 I also really like the fact that both me and my husband can use the same lotion. He normally wont touch my lotions because of the girly scents, but he enjoys the Cherry-Almond scent of Jergens :)  

*** These products were purchased with my own money and I am giving my own opinion. Please keep in mind that these products may not work for everyone. ***

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Be my friend on Facebook!!

Befriend me on Facebook for a chance to win some awesome goodies! Tomorrow around 3pm MT I will be kicking off my October Giveaways. This giveaway will take place on my Facebook and next week I will choose a different social network to host a giveaway :)  

Rules will be announced tomorrow so keep a look out. I hope you guys enjoy these giveaways. They are a lot of fun and it really makes me happy to give back to my followers :)

 

Be my friend!!!

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001065770601

Have a Beautiful day!

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Cute and Edgy Nail Art

My nails Last week 

I decided I wanted to do something a little edgy and cute. This is what I came with.

This look was super easy to do, it took hardly any effort. A steady hand is all you need. I usually have a hard time making designs on my right hand, but with practice it's getting easier. :) 

Products I used

SinfulColors: Secret Admirer 933 (2 Coats)

Base color for all nails (except ring finger).

Kiss Nail Art Paint: Black 

4 to 5 diagonal stripes on nails.

Ring Finger

Milani 3D Holographic: 509 HD (2 Coats)

I like Milani's Holographic polish. I plan on purchasing a couple of the other colors, I believe they had 6 different ones to choose from. I bought it at my local CVS for $4.99

I am also looking for other Holographic polishes, so if you know of any good ones please let me know I would really appreciate it! 

Have a beautiful day everyone!!

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