Currently Trending: Beach Waves for Fall

Today's post was created in collaboration with Bed Head by TIGI and Her Campus Media. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!

Summer has come and gone but it’s no secret that I like to rollover my hairstyles into fall. Give me healthy, glossy beach waves any time of the year!

Are you wondering why beach waves?

Well, after going through a few bouts of Alopecia (which I’ll share more on later) I’ve been embracing the style since it helps hide the awkward lengths happening around my head. Don’t worry, it’ll all even out eventually but it takes time.

Bed Head by TIGI sent me their line of all-star styling products so I tested it out for a few weeks. (Want to make sure I can give you my honest opinion ya know.)

So far, I’ve been loving the below picks and must add (since I’ve worked in advertising) that the branding and packaging is so fun. I’ve been able to extend my styles from 4 days to a full week while keeping my mane frizz-free throughout the humidity.

My Top Picks:

• Rockaholic Dry Shampoo: refreshes hair, adds texture, and absorbs oil

  • This works great even on curly styles!

• After Party Smoothing Creme: controls flyaways, smooths, and shines

  • Great for straight and curly styles.

• Headrush Shine Spray: superfine mist, lightweight, adds shine

  • Love spraying this on after curly styles and as a refresher too!

• Masterpiece Hairspray: medium hold, adds shine, resists humidity

You can find all of my favorites at your local Ulta. AND, if you’re in New York City make sure to visit the Ulta on 86th street in the UES. It’s gigantic!

What hairstyles and products are you leaning on this fall?

Always on The Go Personal Essentials

Today's post was created in collaboration with BabbleBoxx.com and Simply Summer’s Eve®. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!

Photo by Lydia Hudgens.

This has definitely been the year of travel for me. It feels like every other weekend I've been scurrying off to another state or packing my bags to experience a new side of Europe. It's been fun but at the same time, a little hard to always feel fresh. Same can be said for days when I'm settled in NYC but on the go to gym classes, meetings and outings with the crew.

However, I did notice a few essentials that I tend to keep stocked for those days and trips when I want to feel my best - confidence is key baby!

• CC+ Cream - I found this type of foundation provides the coverage I like without the mess of a liquid foundation
• Highlighter - a good glow can make a day 100x times better
• Balm - it can be used on your lips, hands, cuticles and anywhere you're feeling a bit dry
• Hair Oil - to revive my dried out, damaged curls 
• Simply Summer’s Eve® Cleansing Cloths - comes in individual packets that are perfect for girls on the go

I'm going to be completely transparent and say that yes, talking about personal care is kind of taboo but the only way to make something less taboo is to talk about it more, so let’s talk about it! ::multiple hand clap emojis::

I've been using Simply Summer's Eve® Cleansing Cloths on and off for a few different reasons: before my waxing appointment, after gym class when showers are non-existent, heavy flow days, freakishly long flights - you get the picture.

I love feeling confidently fresh and appreciate the discreet packaging. And in case you’re wondering, as I did, their gentle formula won’t irritate skin. They’ve also been clinically and gynecologist tested for safety. You can find out more on SummersEve.com.

They have a few scents, Mandarin Blossom, Cucumber Lily and Coconut Water, which both won awards from Real Simple.

What essentials do you keep your bag stocked with?

New Beauty Buys & Finds for the Summer

Growing up and enamored with the beauty section of each and every magazine, I found myself taking a stroll to my local CVS quite frequently. And I knew; as soon as my dad heard my key unlock the front door, he would glance up from his man-chair, quickly eye my plastic bag full of lippies, mascaras, and eye palettes in various shades of blue. This would, without fail, lead to him placing his fingers at his temples to soothe his oncoming headaches. Dads. They’ll never understand the power of makeup. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

To this day, I still pop into my local CVS and cruise the beauty aisle. Sometimes I leave with nothing, sometimes I leave with the entire color selection of a new matte lipstick (these are obviously the better days out of the two). So when I heard CVS was revamping all their stores to include more professional cosmetics, amongst other things, I had to do a bit more lurking.

Seek and you shall be rewarded, my friends.

TIGI Cosmetics is arriving at select CVS stores. (Psst… you can also find their full collection online at tigi-cosmetics.com and CVS.com).

TIGI Cosmetics has been on the professional circuit since the early 90s and are known for their rich, pigmented colors and professional quality. I was lucky enough to receive a few must-haves to play and create with. Off the bat, I’m obsessed with their colorful lip gloss and felt it should be the focal point of this quick and easy daytime look. Also known as, when you have 10 minutes or less to look put together.

Read on to see how I got this look.

To create a flawless base, I powdered my face all the way down to my neck with their Powder Foundation. The powder is buildable without that cakey feeling which is key for the summer season. It also helps control oil which is always good news for those of us with naturally dewy skin.

For daytime looks, I usually stick to one neutral eye shadow color and build it out like so:

• First, dust on the color (I’m using their High Density Eyeshadow in True Natural) over the entire lid

• Layer on the shadow from below the crease and to the lash line

• You can also use this formula wet if you’re aiming for a dramatic look

I love making my eyes pop as much as possible and TIGI’s Precision Black Eyeliner Pen’s long felt tip made it easy to achieve a cat eye. It took a while for me to get liquid eyeliner down (shaky hands anyone?) but this hack is the way to go:

• Press down and leave a marking (kind of like a placeholder) with the eyeliner

• Use the markings as guidance as you swipe the liner across your lidThis formula is water-resistant and quick drying so smudging is nearly non-existent

• This formula is water-resistant and quick drying so smudging is nearly non-existent

Afterwards, I coat my lashes with mascara and move onto my lips.

The pigmented, high-shine formula of their Luxe Lipgloss (Glamour shown) left my lips moisturized throughout the day. I wanted the color to really pop so I applied two coats with a heavy hand.

The end result looked fresh-faced and ready for the day. Not to mention I left the New York City Subways with my face still intact after this shoot.

Overall, the textures and colors will be fun for anyone that happens to get lost in CVS’ beauty aisle (voluntarily or involuntarily). I know their collection will come in super handy once Fashion Week hits.

They’re officially rolling out at select CVS locations nationwide but you can always view their full inventory of goodies on tigi-cosmetics.com.

Photos by Lauren Listor.

Today's post has been sponsored by TIGI Cosmetics. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!