Crazy Hair for the Commitment Phobe

 I touched on this briefly when I talked about dying my hair purple a few months back but, I am notoriously opposed to doing anything drastic to my hair. I have a particular aversion to getting it cut but in general it takes me a very, very long time to get on board with hair change.

A million years ago I was using henna and was a quite content redhead for a while and since then I've briefly dabbled in an ombre attempt and a light tint of purple...

...but like anyone the urge to leap into something new struck at a moment of self reflection and change. First the purple happened and now I've just been on this excited roll of picking new colors and playing with the look.**

I've learned some things along the way and after three months of playing with it thought it might be time to share.

The Repurchase|Kiehls Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado

 Technically this is cheating.

The last container of the Kiehls Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado was a sample that was so full I had it for almost six months. It last for such a long time that I'm concerned about finishing the smaller size before it expires.

This little pot has quickly become the only nighttime eye cream I will even consider.

If you are looking for a basic, no frills and extremely hydrating eye cream than look no further.

My Blush But Better

Sometimes a product comes along that is just so basic, so pretty and so easy to use that it's place in your everyday collection is immediately secured. 

Over this past weekend I stopped at a CCO on my way home from a bachelorette party and picked up an item that has been on my list for what feels like ages.

It is just as perfect and versatile as everyone said it was and it is MAC's Mineralize Blush in Warm Soul.

Some Thoughts on Colourpop

I finally placed my first Colourpop order a couple of weeks ago and when it arrived on Monday I was beyond excited to crack them open. It was all I could do to get the photos before I stuck my grubby fingers in the product. 

For the uninitiated Colourpop is the latest in a line of fledgling beauty brands that are made in the USA and pedaled by the YouTube hierarchy. 

Not that there is anything wrong with that. As a business model it's pretty genius but, from a consumer perspective it does make me hesitate before parting with my cash. 

Now that I have had a chance to play with my goodies (I ordered eyeshadows and a blush) I'm all about telling you what I loved and what I didn't love.

Hair Routine Part Deux! Fine, Curly and, Bleached|TheUnanimosMolly

I posted a video talking all about my hair routine almost 2 years ago now on my YouTube channel. 

To date it is one of my most viewed videos so I thought since there was so much interest I would film a follow up.

A little about my hair:

It's fine, it curls very very tightly and it's prone to both frizz and fallout. Cute huh?

On top of that I decided about 2 and half months ago to bleach the bottom four or so inches so I could pop in some fun colors. Now what was tricky to begin with needs even more TLC. Since I've finally found a new routine that works for all my hair's new quirks I thought a rundown was in order. 

The video is a long one but packed with a lot of info so if you are interested take a peek behind the cut!

The 5 Product Face-Weekend Edition

I'm a big fan of a five product face. 

When I'm in a rush when I'm going for a casual coffee or ladies night in I sometime still like to add a few things to the complextion to help create the illusion of someone well rested and groomed. 

Now I say sometimes.

I don't really mind leaving the house without makeup and do so more now than I ever used to but sometimes its nice to throw a little something on before heading out the door.

Lately when I do want a little something these are the 5 things I've been reaching for.

Ed note|Bedside Beauty

My bedside table is usually a pretty crowded space. (ie: typically looks nothing like this photo.) I haven't successfully streamlined this spot yet but that's because it tends to house all of the things I reach for first thing when I wake up and right before I go to bed at night.

AM and PM necessities that range from beauty to tech from books to hydration and the odd tool or accessory. It's my bedroom catchall spot.

I thought it would be fun to take a look at all of the beauty bits that I keep within an arms reach.

The Mask Trifecta

I love a good face mask. 

I've said it before and I'll say it again I think a mask is the fastest way to impact your skin. 

Not all of them work the miracles they claim to but very often they provide a fresh layer of softness and an often welcome clarifying or exfoliating effect. 

This little Mini Mask Magic Kit from Peter Thomas Roth popped up around VIB sale time and I assumed it was a holiday offering but it was still available (and is still on the website but out of stock as of this post.) when I went to make my post purge purchases so I snapped one up. 

For a cool $20 you can try three of the brand's mask offerings in one go.

The "Ready for Spring" Wishlist

The change of season means it is definitely wish list time!

Gotta love a wish list. 

On top of that the last two days have been sunny and 40 degrees here in NYC. You would think we'd all lost our minds. All of a sudden everyone is like WooHoo 40 degrees, it's summer! Let's wear shorts!

No joke. 

While I'm not quite there yet the few extra hours of sunshine certainly wants to make me add some springtime sass to my beauty wardrobe. 

These are the things on the list.

The Repurchase| Bobbi Brown Corrector

It has been a hot second since I've shared something I've repurchased. I don't repeat buy all that often, largely because I don't finish things all too often but also because I tend to be a bit slutty with my makeup.

I'm all about trying on different products "for size".

This purchase was also largely un-premeditaed. I like to plan out what I'm picking up, financially speaking, and one night when roaming Sephora I spotted this in the Bobbi Brown display, picked it up and made a beeline for the register without hesitation or second thoughts.

I had suffered through enough dark circles for one winter and it was time to sort them out.

February Favorites 2015|TheUnanimousMolly

With the close of another month comes my selection of products that really did good things for me over the last four weeks. 

Everything from color to under eye coverage and that added bit of hydration to make these last few weeks of lingering bullshit winter feel a little less parched. 

What have you loved this month? Beauty or otherwise?

Under Eyes Like A Pro

My under eye circles are a constant state of consternation for me. I love embracing my natural beauty and all that jazz but I would also really love to look like I slept for more than 3 hours a night. 

My dark circles are hereditary so regardless of how well I sleep they just are. They're not going anywhere anytime soon.

Over the years I've tried many a solution and recently I've come across a couple more products that are making the task just that little bit more easy. 

The New Nudes

There is always something so welcoming about discovering a new everyday shade that sings on your skin. One of those colors you can just reach for without thinking about or having to worry if it matches the rest of your makeup. 

I'm not sure what it is but I don't seek out colors like this too often. It may be because I am more inclined toward a bold lip and because I don't always give myself the time needed to do my eyes "properly" in the morning. (As I sit here makeup free at my desk.)

At any rate, this past weekend I plunked down for two new nudes that came highly recommended from two very reliable sources and I could not be happier with them.

Morning Skin Perfected

 My skin has been a bit of a roller coaster lately. It's been dry and cranky, it's broken out and I can't quite seem to keep my makeup in place much past lunchtime. It gets to this state around this time every year. I think it gets sick of the cold and the indoor heating and it just kind of gives up. 

Despite all this, the one thing that seems to have made things ever so slightly better is the presence of a well rounded morning routine. It has never been something I've quite gotten right and for the first time I feel like I have a lineup of products that are giving me exactly what I need.

The Best of The Drugstore Feb 2015 | TheUnanimousMolly

After my recent beauty clear out I finally started to realize that there were a lot of budget conscious beauty bits that I wasn't reaching for in favor of my other slightly pricier options.

Armed with this new information and a MUCH smaller collection I thought it would be a good time to go through the good stuff that was left and pick out all of the drugstore goodies that had earned a spot in the new lineup. 

Some of these are old, some of them are new but all of them are honestly some of the more affordable pieces that I will reach for on the regular. 

So what should you pick up the next time you're perusing the aisles of the local Rite Aid?

Check out the video and find out!