August 2016 Favorites

August has brought many new things into my life that I’ve been obsessed with recently. I’ve accumulated a ton of favorites to share, everything from: skincare, beauty, music, and more. With it being August, it brings talk of fall and fall is my favorite time of year. So like many fall lovers, August is basically an excuse to start preparation for Halloween, dark lip colors, boots, and of course – pumpkin-flavored EVERYTHING. So I couldn’t be happier to be one step closer to cool weather and spooky things. With that being said, let’s get started.

Beauty:

Kat Von D Lock-it Crème Concealer- I was lucky enough to have these products sent to me from Influenster and I’ve been using them ever since they arrived at my doorstep. This concealer lives up to its name because it’s very creamy. The formula isn’t too thick so it doesn’t crease under my eyes. I even used it to prime my eyes and it worked really well. The collection has a wide range of colors, which is great for those that have trouble finding the perfect shade.

Kat Von D Lock-it Setting Powder- Another gift from Influenster. This setting powder has become a staple in my collection. Since receiving it I haven’t been reaching for my Covergirl Loose Translucent powder at all. It’s finely milled and lightweight so it doesn’t look cakey. It also doesn’t have a white cast in photos.

Kat Von D Lock-it Concealer and Powder Brushes- These brushes are incredible. The concealer brush has a unique shape, allowing it to blend concealer under the eyes perfectly – it even helps clean up shadows and my winged liner. The powder brush is probably one of the softest brushes I’ve ever felt. It feels so nice on the skin, which I appreciate because some brushes can be too rough on my face.

Kat Von D Shade + Light Eye Palette- I FINALLY picked this up from Sephora and I’ve probably used it every day since. I’ve been eyeing this pallet since it came out and now it’s finally mine. I’m a huge fan of matte shadows so the fact that this is an all-matte pallet is perfect. The shadows are all highly pigmented and blend like a dream. It’s separated into cools, neutrals, and warms so it’s perfect for creating a variety of different looks.

Colourpop Ultra Matte Lip in Tulle- I’m obsessed with these Ultra Matte liquid lipsticks. I have quite a few and I might even have a cart full on the website right now (but we’re just not going to talk about that). These are amazing lipsticks and at $6 a pop you can’t beat it. They have a wide range of colors and a lot of them are dupes for more expensive liquid lipsticks. Tulle is a warm, dusty mauve shade- similar to Kat Von D’s Lolita.

Colourpop Ultra Satin Lip in Too Lips- For those that feel the Ultra Matte lips are too drying, the Ultra Satin formula is perfect for you. It dries to a semi-matte finish and is more moisturizing than the matte formula. It lasts a long time, just not as long as the matte lips. Too Lips is a cool-toned plum brown shade. Great for fall and winter.

Maybelline Gel Liner- I’ve probably mentioned this product before but I seriously can’t get enough. Every time I go do my winged liner, I grab this and my Elf small angled brush. It’s great for creating those precise, sharp wings with little to no effort. It’s extremely black and matte which I personally love.

Skincare:

Aqua Marina Cleanser from Lush- So, I recently threw away all of my facial cleansers because they were irritating my skin. My skin is very sensitive and I wanted a product that would accommodate that. This cleanser has calamine, sea weed, aloe vera, and a hint of sea salt and it feels amazing on my skin. My skin finally feels like it’s not freaking out or feeling itchy. It’s all natural and a little bit goes a long way.

ImperialisMoisturizer from Lush- This moisturizer feels like heaven on my skin. It goes on smooth and supplies the right amount of moisture. It doesn’t make my face feel greasy or neglect my dry patches. It's a rich, lavender cream with orange water made to soothe irritations and oil control. Definitely worth the money.

Fashion:

T-Shirt Dress from Forever 21- I recently picked up this rust-colored swing dress from Forever 21 on a whim and I’m already trying to find it multiple colors. This dress is so comfortable and casual. I can just throw it on with a pair of Converse’s and go. Plus, it’s soft and it’s the perfect color for fall. It's not on the website yet but it is in stores!

Booties- Charlotte Russe- I’ve been on a booties kick and Charlotte Russe has been fueling that obsession. These booties are very comfortable and go with pretty much anything. The heel is the perfect height and it’s chunky so you can wear these around for hours and not feel like chopping your feet off when you get home.

“Baby Goth” Halter from Nikki Lipstick- If you’ve never heard of Nikki Lipstick, I’m going to need you to let love into your heart and treat yo self. She has a huge range of alternative-style items – everything from crop tops, accessories, sweaters, pins and more. Her clothing is stretchy and comfortable and it’s all one size fits most. Also, if you’ve been enjoying that pink drink from Starbucks that everyone’s been talking about (another favorite of mine) you can thank Nikki *hair flip emoji*.

Music:

“Hell in the Hallways”- Ice Nine Kills- Ever since I saw them for the second time at Warped Tour, I haven’t been able to stop listening to their album Every Trick in the Book. Their song “Hell in the Hallways” is based on the Stephen King novel Carrie, one of my favorites. You can catch them on the Hell in the Hallways tour soon!

“Circles”- Pierce The Veil- The newest single from PTV from their latest album Misadventures. They’re also hitting the road soon on the “Made to Destroy tour”. I’m basically about to hitch a ride on their tour bus because I will not rest until I see these guys live.

“Where Are My F*cking Pills?”- Death Spells- So by now, you all know my love for Frank Iero and his music. He’s finally decided to bless us with a full-length album from his side project with James Dewees, Death Spells. The album, Nothing Above, Nothing Below is this mix of electronic and hardcore, it’s unlike anything I’ve ever heard before. The lyrics are incredible and each song hits you like a punch to the face.

Movies/Shows:

Suicide Squad- This film was amazing, I don’t care what anyone has to say. It was entertaining, the characters were enjoyable, and not even Leto’s Joker could ruin this film for me. Do it for Harley Quinn. See this movie.

Lights Out- I was a fan of the short film so I definitely had to see this when it hit theaters. The effects were great and the scares were on point. I love a film that can excite the whole theater and get a reaction from the audience.

Stranger Things- I don’t care what you have planned. Cancel everything, grab a blanket and some snacks and pull up Netflix and binge watch this show, immediately. This show is deserving of all the hype. It’s creative, the acting is spectacular, and the character development and plot are everything. If you need me, I’ll be out leaving a box of Eggos for Eleven.