Colorado Adventures: Palmer Park

Ever since I moved to Colorado Springs, I have been looking for a great outdoor space where I can go to get away from my tiny hotel room. Palmer Park has quickly become my favorite spot to get some much needed fresh air. It has over 25 miles of trails and is a great place for hiking, biking, walking your dog and watching the sunset. 

I haven't fully explored the area yet, but my favorite thing to do here is get a quick run in. The trail I run on only has a couple of hills so it isn't too difficult. I've ran it enough times now that I know when I reach the beautiful overlook that I'm halfway done. 

From there I sometimes decide to run back, but most of the time I will just walk back and enjoy the views. I also enjoy that this area is a place where you can have your dogs off their leash. So if I'm walking, tons of loving doggies will come up to me and say hi. Then of course I'm obligated to say hi to their owners as well. Regardless, its a great way to get my puppy fix as well as my exercise. 

Along the trail there are also tons of giant dandelions that I love taking selfies with. Seriously they are HUGE. So I guess not everything is bigger in Texas. My mom doesn't believe that they are actually this big. She thinks I'm doing some fancy perspective trick to fool the camera. But I'm definitely not. They are actually this big!!

My most favorite thing about this park is the sunsets. You are up high above the city so there is nothing blocking your view. When the sun is setting and is just above the mountains, it makes the entire sky golden. It is so incredible, pictures really don't do it justice. I remember when I took these pictures, I was so confused at why the sky had a pink line through it. But now I know it was the sun trying to peek through the storm clouds. 

I can't wait to explore the other parts of the park and find more hidden gems and great views. If you are looking for a new spot to do fun outdoorsy things in Colorado Springs, I definitely recommend checking out Palmer Park!

DIY Tapestry for $10!

My style is constantly changing which means I'm constantly redoing my room. When I was little, instead of going on vacation for Spring Break, my mom let my sister and I redo our room. We went all out. We painted our rooms a different color, got new bedspreads and even did some fun DIY projects to help decorate. I definitely think this is where I got my love for redecorating and crafting. That's right Mom, you created this monster. Little did you know, in the long run, it would have been cheaper to take us on vacation.

Now that I'm older, I move a lot. Once I am finished with college next year, I will have lived in 5 different places in the span of 4 years. Every time I move, I like to redecorate of course. I keep the same furniture for the most part, but there is something about moving to a new place with new stuff that I love. Of course everyone loves new stuff, but to me it's like having a completely fresh start.

When I received my internship in Colorado and made the decision to live in a hotel for 3 months, I knew I needed to spruce up the place and make it feel more like a home and less like a hotel. Unfortunately, my internship is unpaid so my budget was tight. I really liked how tapestries filled up a whole wall and added so much dimension to a room. My roommate at the time had one and I loved how cool and eclectic it looked. But oh my goodness they are pricey. So I made it my goal to find an affordable alternative and this is what I came up with!

Supplies You'll Need:

1. Fabric 

• I used an old shower curtain I wasn't using anymore
• http://www.target.com/p/ombre-shower-curtain-blue-threshold/-/A-14321285
• You can also use any flat bed sheet (I reccommend a twin size and cutting it as needed)
• http://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-Fitted-Sheet/16777208

2. Paint

• I used black acrylic paint. It worked great because it dried fast and the dark color didn't require a second coat.

3. Small Paint Brush

• I used a small, flat/rectangular brush that is about 1/2 inch wide. It was small enough to do the detail work but not too small to the point where it didn't cover enough surface area. 

4. Design/Image

• I had an idea in my head of what I wanted and then went on Pinterest and Google Images to find the actual image
• The design I used: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/110478997088310920/

5. Projector

• I rented a projector for free from my university library (perks of being a student) but most public libraries rent out projectors for free as well!
• If you are artsy and brave, you can always free hand your design and skip the tracing step.

6. Pencil or Pen

• This is what you will use to do the actual tracing. I used a pencil because it isn't that pigmented and is easy to cover up. It was also nice to be able to erase it when I made a mistake.

7. Tarp or Trash Bags 

• These will be placed underneath your fabric when you are painting. The paint will bleed through the fabric and you will have a pretty design on your garage floor if you don't do this.

8. Paint Pen

• Once you are done painting, you might need to do some touch ups. A paint pen is great for filling in any small gaps or straightening out crooked lines. Just make sure it is the same color as your original paint!

Steps:

1. Choose the design and color scheme you want to go with. There are so many different directions you can take this project. Be creative and have fun! Consider different color combinations, designs, quotes, and patterns. My only advice is to be mindful of the tapestry becoming too "busy". I chose a simple color for the design since I had a colorful fabric.You can always do a simple color for the fabric and then have more fun with the paint colors.

2. Hang the fabric on an empty wall somewhere. Using the projector, project the design onto the fabric. To temporarily hang my fabric, I used small push pins. If you don't like making holes in your wall, you can also use Command Hooks. The nice thing about using a shower curtain is the fabric already has slits in it which makes the hanging process very easy.

3. Begin tracing the design onto the fabric with a pencil or pen. This part is a little tedious because you need to be pretty detailed. Once you take the fabric down and turn the projector off, that's it. If the traced lines aren't accurate, your design won't look like you want it to after you have finished painting. Feel free to take a break and look at something other than pencil marks in order to give your eyes a break.

4. Time to start painting! I did my painting inside our third car garage. You need to be on a hard surface in order to paint clean lines. You could set up shop in your driveway but, I didn't want to be outside in case it started to rain. Be sure to lay out a tarp or trash bags underneath so that the paint doesn't bleed through and get on your driveway or garage floor! As you can see in the pictures below, I used my little sister's knee pads to make kneeling on the hard floor more bearable. A Moscow Mule also made it more bearable :)

 

5. Let it dry! Be patient and don't let any toddlers touch it. Also beware of siblings playing with beach balls in the near vicinity. Trust me, it doesn't make for a happy crafter. 

6. Time for touch ups. Use a paint pen or permanent marker to straighten out any crooked lines or fill in any gaps. It is also great for making thin lines become more thick. I was tired of crouching down on the floor so I moved my tapestry to a folding table for this part. Keep in mind that paint pens and permanent markers still bleed through. I failed to remember this so our folding table has some nice black dashed lines all over it now. I blame it on the paint fumes getting to my head. 

7. Display your masterpiece! I used white Command Hooks to safely hang my tapestry above my bed. They will not damage the wall when I take them down and the white color blends in nicely. Be sure to center your tapestry with whatever you are hanging it in front of. Mine is above my bed so I centered it with the ugly headboard that it now hides. The Command Hooks are also great for holding the string lights that I added. 

I definitely think I accomplished my DIY goal with this project. Sometimes you begin a DIY project in hopes of saving money and you end up spending more than expected on all the supplies. For me, this project only costed $5 since I already had the shower curtain. If you factor in buying a twin sized flat sheet, you would spend a total of $10! Don't forget to always look for coupons on your phone before you check out. Hobby Lobby and Michael's almost always have online coupons!

For a reference, these puppies range from $39-$69 at Urban Outfitters.

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/category.jsp?id=A_BED_TAPESTRIES#/

I hope you enjoyed this DIY project and are inspired to take on a summer craft! Thanks for reading!

"I am here today, and today I'd rather smile than cry"

Dear Mom,

Tomorrow is your surgery and since there might be a shortage of smiles in the McPhail Family, I thought I'd help fill the gap. I know cancer was not part of your plan, but it is part of His plan. I think we've all come to the realization that out of everyone we know, you can handle this. You have so much faith in God's plan and it is truly inspiring.

I pray that the surgeons are cool, calm and collected.
I pray that every ounce of the cancer is removed and we never have to do this again.
I pray that your recovery isn't too painful, physically and emotionally.
I pray that you embrace the help of others.
I pray that you let us pamper you.
I pray that Dad learns how to do laundry.
I pray that the kids do their chores the first time they're told.
I pray that Maggie doesn't become Magzilla.
I pray that from now on, the only tears we shed are happy tears.

Lastly, I pray that your journey positively influences the lives of our friends and family. Whether it strengthens relationships, teaches them to pray, teaches them to trust in the Lord, brings us closer as a family or helps us realize to never take anything for granted. This process is a gift from God, although it may not seem like it.

I love you so much and I can't wait to come home and make you homemade mashed potatoes!

NYX Collection + Favorites

NYX is one of my all time favorite drugstore brands and right now it is Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off at Ulta until June 25! When I saw the brand was on sale, I knew I wanted to share my collection with you and give you some quick thoughts on the products I own. Some of these products are holy grails of mine and some of them I am not too fond of. Don't let the inexpensive prices scare you away too much. A few of these products are on par with the high end products you would find at Sephora. In fact, I prefer some of them over the higher end products. Below you will find mini reviews, pictures and swatches of all their products I own. Happy shopping!

*Control Freak Eyebrow Gel*

$5.99

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6380161

This clear brow gel is by far my favorite NYX product that I own. I use it every.single.day and it is so great. I have pretty thick eyebrows with long eyebrow hairs that can get kinda crazy throughout the day. This product is great because it sets the product I fill in my brows with and makes it last all day long. It also makes sure the actual hairs stay in place. Before I discovered this product, I would look in the mirror halfway through the day and my crazy brow hairs would be standing straight up. Thanks to this product, they have finally been tamed. During my time working at Sephora, I compared this to the Anastasia Clear Brow Gel ($22) and I prefer the NYX one. I find they work exactly the same and have the same lasting power, so why not get the cheaper one?!

*Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick*

$6.99

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod12911001

This liquid lipstick is another holy grail product for me. Liquid lipsticks are very trendy right now. Not only are they popular for their matte finish, but they last longer than a normal lipstick because they are transfer proof. Liquid lipsticks have quickly become a favorite of mine. Unfortunately it is hard to find a good drugstore option until now! The Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick is great because it goes on like a lipgloss but dries down completely to a matte finish. Once dried, it is transfer-proof and kiss-proof which is awesome. I can eat and drink and not have to worry about lipstick getting on my face. The only food that I find that can tend to break down this lipstick and cause some transfer is oily foods. Think pizza or a good greasy burger or buttery pasta. If you are eating something yummy and delicious like that though, don't worry about your lipstick. Just enjoy your food and worry about it later because who wants to live their life like that :)

*Matte Lipstick*

$5.99
http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4141597

Ever since the liquid lipstick trend started, I rarely wear the typical lipstick formula. I have gotten so spoiled with the long lasting power of a liquid lipstick so not many traditional lipsticks make the cut for me anymore. The NYX Matte Lipstick, however, definitely stands strong. Some people are scared of liquid lipsticks because of either how it can dry out your lips and settle into fine lines or because it is a little tricky to put on and get a straight line. If either of those apply to you, I recommend trying this one. It is a traditional lipstick formula, so it is quick and easy to put on. It has a matte finish but is not overly drying on the lips. It also lasts sooooo long throughout the day even with eating and drinking. Like I said before, oily foods will break it down just a tad so just be mindful of that and you should be good to go!

*Slim Lip Pencil*

$3.49
http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod2150078

I don't use lipliners very often, but when I do these are my go-to. They are the perfect consistency. I've had expensive lip liners that are too creamy so they bleed and feather. I've also had lip liners that are so dry and stiff that it is almost painful to put on. These NYX Slim Lip Pencils are the perfect in between. They are creamy enough to glide on your lips smoothly but not too creamy to where the product is sliding off your lips. They have 50 different shades so you are bound to find the perfect color. The shades I have are all neutral shades because I love to mix and match nude lip liners with different nude lipsticks and sort of create my own perfect shade. This is the perfect product for that since they are so affordable.

*Butter Lipstick*

$5.99

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6380157

The name of these lipsticks says it all. They feel like literal butter on your lips. They are so creamy and smooth, but still lightweight and not thick. It feels more like a lip balm than a lipstick because of it's awesome texture. Since they are so creamy, you do sacrifice some of the lasting power. To get them to last longer you can always pair them with a coordinating lip liner. I have worn the Licorice shade by itself with no lip liner underneath and never had a problem with feathering or bleeding outside the lip line. The dark pigment of the shade also stains your lips. This is great because if the lipstick itself wears off, you still have a beautiful berry tone stain on your lips.

*Butter Gloss*

$4.99

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod5050009

Since I am hooked on the matte finish look, these glosses don't get a ton of love. When I first got them, I did enjoy them however. They are thin glosses, not too thick and goopy. Because they are more on the thin side, they don't last very long on the lips. If you were to wear a dark or bright color alone and not over a lipstick, I would recommend a lip liner under it to prevent feathering and bleeding. I did experience a little bit of that with the Cherry Pie shade I own. I do enjoy the two nude shades I own especially in the summer with a natural eye look. Something about a natural and fresh face paired with a light layer of gloss just screams summer to me. Another thing to be aware of is these glosses do have a distinct vanilla cupcake smell. You can't smell it once it is on your lips, but it is a nice touch!

*Round Case Lipstick*
$3.99

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod2150072

These lipsticks are a pretty standard drugstore formula. They don't last super long but they are very creamy and very pigmented. I purchased the purple shade awhile back when I wanted to find a very specific shade to go with an outfit I had all planned out. That sounds a little ridiculous but I was thankful for the 89 color shade range that was available and the small price tag since I think I only wore it twice. If you want a unique shade for an affordable price, this is the lipstick for you!

*High Voltage Lipstick*
$2.99

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod12011217

This lipstick was a total impulse buy. I'm not sure if I was partaking in some retail therapy or if I was just throwing stuff in my basket during a sale at Ulta. This lipstick is SUPER pigmented and is a beautiful color. Unfortunately it is extremely creamy and bleeds and feathers pretty bad. Luckily for me (depending on how you look at it) the shade is almost exactly the same as the Butter Lipstick in the shade Licorice. So I still get the same vampy berry color but without the mess. 

*Butter Lip Balm*

$3.99

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod5770357

I've never been a huge fan of tinted lip balm so I'm not the best person to give you a review of this product. If I'm going to wear a lip product, I'm going to go for a lipstick. If I'm wearing no makeup or very little, I won't wear any lip product at all. There is no in between for me. The few times I have worn this product, my lips weren't as moisturized as they should have been. I found that the color tended to gather and emphasize on the dry parts of my lips. I didn't like this since a tinted lip balm is supposed to be a good option if your lips are dry but you still want some color. This was not the case unfortunately. One thing I did enjoy about it was that it smells like Sweet Tarts!

Week 1 of My Internship

This is my little sister Maggie. I took this picture the day before I moved to Colorado for the summer. This is a great representation of how I feel after completing the first week of my internship. 

My Current Emotions:

-excited

-overwhelmed

-exhausted

-blessed

-homesick

-confident

-impressed

-lonely

-hungry

-adventurous

-determined

-anxious

-pressured

For those of you who don't know, I am an Intern at the Broadmoor in Colorado Spring, CO. It is AAA Five-Diamond and Forbes 5 Star resort. The Broadmoor has received these awards every year since the awards existed. It is by far the most beautiful resort I have ever been to. I attended a two day training in order to learn all about the property and their standards. Needless to say, there is a lot of pressure to continue to uphold the Broadmoor's incredible reputation. It is very unique because it is a 5 star hotel, a 5 star restaurant and a 5 star spa. There are only eight other properties like this in the entire world. I knew it was a very nice place, but when I learned this I knew I had truly received the opportunity of a lifetime. 

I have officially completed my first week and have already experienced so much.

Like I said earlier, I spent the first two days stuck in a classroom doing orientation. When I was finally done with all the technicalities, I was able to shadow one of the Catering Managers for the day. Technically I am a Catering Intern. Whenever you want to have an event at The Broadmoor, you are put into contact with a Catering Manager to discuss the in's and out's of your event. I have quickly learned that they handle much much more than just the catering. 

The events that went on this week included a very large insurance agency conference. Different companies were scattered all around property, pulling all the Catering Managers every which way so it was a great week for me to start. Most of them were very cordial which was an added bonus. Other events included a beautiful wedding, a 50th birthday celebration, a 95th birthday celebration, and various Rally for the Cure events.

After all that was said and done, I clocked in a total of 52 hours over the span of 6 days. I have a couple of blisters on my feet and could really use a margarita. Unfortunately here in Colorado, wine is not sold grocery stores like it is in Texas and I have not found a buddy to go to the liquor store with me. For now, the Straw-Ber-Ritas my mom left when she moved me in will do just fine. 

I am so thankful for this opportunity and am very happy with the company, my bosses, my coworkers and the employee cafe :) More importantly, I am so blessed to have amazing family and friends that have gotten me here today and continue to lift me up and motivate me along the way. 

If you'd like to stay up to date on how my internship is going, make sure to subscribe to my blog and you'll get an email every time I post. If you have any questions about The Broadmoor, being an intern or anything along those lines, feel free to ask me in the comments below!

May 2016 Favorites

The month of May was a pretty hectic month for me.  Now that I'm thinking back, oh my goodness, so many things happened this month. Here is a quick snapshot of all that went down.

I finished my Junior year of college.

I had to leave my Sephora family for the summer.

I moved out of my apartment.

I moved home to Dallas.

I found out my mom has breast cancer.

I visited friends and family in Kansas. 
I had to leave my amazing boyfriend for the summer.

I moved to Colorado.

I began an internship at the greatest hotel in the world, The Broadmoor.

And to save the best for last.....I started a blog! This has been something I've always wanted to do, so I'm so excited to finally make it a reality. 

With that being said, I have had NO time for my makeup and skincare routine to be subpar. Here are some stand out products that I would definitely recommend you picking up.

Since I was moving out of my apartment, the majority of my makeup, skincare and haircare products were packed up in boxes. This was probably good for me considering I have way too much stuff anyways, so it made me realize what I actually use and enjoy. 

*Beauty Blender*

http://www.sephora.com/beautyblender-P228913?skuId=1151869&icid2=D=c6:beautyblender_bestsellers_carousel:p228913

The first thing that I realized was crucial to my collection was my beauty blender. I have multiple brushes that I could use to apply my liquid foundation, but the beauty blender trumps them all. I love it because it pushes the foundation into the skin rather than having it just sit on top of your skin and looking cakey. It also slightly sheers out your foundation so the end result looks more natural. Another perk is that you don't get brush strokes like you would from some foundation brushes. So many clients at Sephora would return the beauty blender saying they hated it and it broke my heart. After awhile I began to ask them about how they used it. Poor things didn't get it wet like they were supposed to. NOTE: beauty blenders are meant to be used damp!!!!!! Run the sponge under the faucet for about 30 seconds and squeeze out the excess water so you don't get water all over your face. That isn't so cute. I like to dot my foundation all over my face and then bounce the sponge on my skin to distribute the product evenly all over the face. WET.SQUEEZE.BOUNCE. 

*It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer*

$24

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod5770259

I love this concealer because it has a ton of coverage and does exactly what it says, hides my dark under eyes. I have the shade Neutral Medium which has now been renamed to just Medium. Keep in mind that the size I have is just a sample size. The full size product has more than double the amount in the picture above. The texture of it is more thick than what I'm used to. To make sure it doesn't look too thick on such a delicate area, I apply it first with my fingers in order to let the warmth of my fingers warm up the product. I then blend it out with my beauty blender to make sure it is pushed into my under eye area and not sitting on top of the skin and settling into the fine lines. I then make sure to set it with a powder. This will physically set the product to ensure it doesn't crease or settle and makes it last all day long. I like to set it with the either of the highlighting powders in the Kat Von D Shade + Light Contour Palette or the NYX HD Finishing Powder in the shade Translucent. 

*Kat Von D Lock-It Powder Foundation*

$35

http://www.sephora.com/lock-it-powder-foundation-P380835

This powder is awesome. It is a full coverage powder with a matte finish. Since this powder has a matte finish, I wouldn't recommend it for those of you who have dry skin. But for everyone else, you must try it. Powder foundation is so easy to throw on and has been great for me during this busy time. When I don't have any major blemishes, it is great to even out any redness or discoloration I have and minimize my large pores. I have the shade Light 44. As I (hopefully) get more tan this summer, this shade will probably become too light for me but still works for this quick foundation routine I have been loving lately. 

These first three favorites all tie together, I promise. You can see how they all come together in the picture below. The only products I am wearing is brow powder, mascara, concealer, setting powder and powder foundation. First I apply the concealer with my fingers in an upside down triangle shape. I start at my tear duct (where I have the most darkness), then bring the product straight down all the way to the side of my nostril where we all get that dreaded redness around our nose. I then complete the upside down triangle by bringing the concealer to the outer corner of the under eye. The majority of the center of my face is now covered with concealer. This is great for me because this is where most of my imperfections are such as dark under eyes, redness, large pores and discoloration from past blemishes. I blend out the concealer with a damp beauty blender and then set it with one of the powders I mentioned earlier. To finish off the look, I use a fluffy powder brush and dust the Kat Von D powder on the perimeters of my face (where I did not put the concealer). This evens out the skin tone and absorbs any oil I may have. The finished product is a natural but concealed face ready for the busy day ahead. 

*Philosophy Purity Made Simple Cleanser*

$11-$55

http://www.sephora.com/purity-made-simple-P7109

There are many reasons why I love this cleanser. First of all it is gentle enough for your eye area but still packs enough punch to really break down your makeup in one step. Sometimes I like to actually remove my makeup with either a makeup wipe, my Makeup Eraser, or an oil-based eye makeup remover and then cleanse my face with a product like this. However, I don't feel the need to with this cleanser. It is truly an all in one product which is great to simplify your skincare routine. I have the travel size of this product which was perfect since I was moving around so much this month. They offer five different sizes which is great for anyone whether you are just trying it out for the first time or if it is your go-to holy grail cleanser. Another bonus is you can use this to wash your makeup brushes and sponges with. We sometimes use this at Sephora to wash our brushes every night. Again it is gentle enough to not damage the bristles or break down the glue, but packs enough punch to break down the the liquid foundation and concealer residue.

*Garnier Fructis Brazilian Smooth Flatiron Express*

$4.99

http://www.target.com/p/garnier-fructis-brazilian-smooth-flatirion-express-5-1-fl-oz/-/A-16601809

I have very long and thick wavy hair. Needless to say, it can be pretty difficult to straighten. Because of it's thickness and length, it can take up to 30 minutes to straighten my hair. That is entirely too long especially because I love to sleep in and don't want to have to wake up earlier than I have to. I received this product in a past Ipsy bag and have loved it ever since. Usually when I blow dry my hair, it is a frizzy and poofy mess. With this product it is more manageable than ever. I apply this to damp hair and then blow dry it with either a paddle brush or just my fingers. This tames my frizz and straightens out the natural waves. After it is dry, all I have to do is run a flatiron through my stubborn and curly baby hairs around the perimeter of my face. I then quickly run it through any other waves that are remaining and I'm done! Normally I would have to straighten it piece by piece multiple times to get it the way I want. With this product, it truly cuts the time in half.

*OGX Moisture + Vitamin Weightless Oil Mist*

$7.99

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod11731473

I haven't gotten my hair cut in about 2 years. What? Why? I know, I know. I love my long hair and in some ways it is like my security blanket. Anyways, as you can imagine the ends are pretty dead, dull and dry. This oil mist is great because all I have to do is mist it on the ends and it instantly hydrates and nourishes my struggling hair. I also received this product in a past Ipsy bag and I do notice a difference in the health of my hair. It truly doesn't look like it hasn't been cut in 2 years. Another thing I love about it is that it is so lightweight. When you spray it, the mist is very fine and doesn't make your hair look greasy. 

*Elizabeth and James Nirvana White Dry Shampoo*

$28

http://www.sephora.com/nirvana-white-dry-shampoo-P400353?skuId=1735729

Last but not least, dry shampoo is a must for me. I don't wash my hair every day since that can dry it out even more. I need a great dry shampoo to get me through that 2nd or 3rd day hair. This one is great because it is easy to blend into my dark brown hair. It doesn't leave a weird white cast as long as you rub it into your roots after you spray it on. This absorbs the oil without weighing your hair down. It gives me the volume and fullness I need when my hair is lacking. One of my favorite qualities of this dry shampoo is it smells AMAZING. It has the same beautiful and sophisticated floral fragrance that the Elizabeth and James Nirvana White Perfume has. It is not too strong so it won't compete with or overpower any perfume you may be wearing. But it makes my hair feel clean and refreshed and smelling great!

I hope you found this helpful and try out some of these products for yourself. What were some of your favorite products this month? I'd love to know!