Shea Butter

The magical properties of Shea Butter allow it to act as a very helpful tool in cosmetics. Shea butter is known best for its moisturizing qualities and is made from the fruit of a Shea tree. Shea Butter is the fat extracted from this African fruit and is added to many types of beauty products. … Read more

The Body Shop Perfume Oil

Here is a great gift idea for the holidays, birthdays or even for you! Buy a scented oil and add it to any basic cosmetic item. For example, the Body Shop sells perfumed oils for $14 and then a “Scent-Me Body Lotion” for $12. This makes a fun, personalized gift for under $30! I like … Read more

Smashbox Eye Shadow

While it seems that no one can compete with Mac Cosmetics in the eye shadow arena, Smashbox Eye Shadows can definitely hold their own. Smashbox has awesome colors available in matte, shimmer, or soft sparkle. Combine colors to create a fun palate. I love the shimmer in “Champagne” as a base color and the matte … Read more