Birthday Wishlist

Welp. I turn the big 3-0 this week and we are having a big party to celebrate this weekend, we're combining it with my husband's birthday and as a housewarming party- more bang for your buck. I even have to renew my license tomorrow and take an eye test. Man I'm old. This weekend I even bought longer shorts- a true sign of age (and modesty).

Everyone keeps asking me what I want for my birthday and I really can't think of much. My Mother-in-law suggested to make a list of something so they can at least have a direction. So, after a weekend of shopping together and head scratching I have a small list.

A new makeup bag, a fun spring polish (Playdate), a few refills for some of my favorite hair products- volume spray and conditioner, more eyeshadow because what's another palette?, some new gloss (Walk of Shame) and chapstick (Petal), and a summer handbag.

There's nothing too special here. Mostly stuff I've been looking at and haven't bought yet. I've just been so busy buying for the house, getting ready for the party, and honestly... I have everything I've ever wanted. A family and a home of my own. I know that sounds so cheesy, but it's really the truth. I'm so excited to celebrate it all coming together this weekend with those we love.

My Fave Lip Products + Monthly Must-Reads

Fresh Sugar Lip Balm

Revlon Lipstick (any color!) shown in Kiss Me Coral

MAC Cremesheen Glass in Boy Bait

Bath and Body Works Mentha Lip Shine in Vanilla Mint

Revlon Super Lustrous Lip Gloss in Pink Snow (Review here)

MAC Lipstick in Hue

MAC Dazzleglass in Baby Sparks

Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm in Peach Kiss (review)

NYX Lipgloss in Sugar Pie

Burt's Bees Lip Balm

This month's question is so great! I'm a total sucker for beauty products, especially lip ones. Wearing a new shade or trying a new product can make such a difference in how your lips feel and how your overall look comes together. I had a ton of fun gathering my top 10 favorites, it was harder than I thought it would be to narrow them down. When looking over all of my products I thought about which ones make my lips feel the best, is the easiest to wear, and what ones I've bought over and over again. Some items I love any color, it's the product that's what's great and other items I prefer a specific color of a product or have a stand out favorite shade. I also couldn't help but notice that nearly all of my lip products fall into the pink/nude category. It's what I'm always drawn to since those shades are so easy to wear.

What are your favorite lip products? What shade(s) do you buy most often?

Question of the month from Mehreen: "What are your top 10 lip products (balms/glosses/lipsticks etc)."

• Alison*Elle - Alison is obsessed with embellished dresses for summer weddings
• Beautygirl24 - Noelle attended her beautiful bridal shower
• Ella Pretty - Ella's picked up some wardrobe staples and designer dupes
• Lindsay J Everyday - Lindsay can't get enough of these recipes
• Love, Lipstick & Pearls - Kristen shared her Recent Purchases from those late night feedings!
• Schnelle Couture -  Danielle talks about all of her favorite summer beauty products.
• Sequins and Stilettos - Skylette does black and white in a cotton skirt
• The Currently Obsessed - Mehreen is having a blog sale! Tiffany, Michael Kors and Sydney Evans oh my!

My Beauty Wishlist

L'Oreal Colour Riche Caresse Wet Shine Stain- Pink Perseverance

NYX Lip Liner- Nude Beige / NYX Mega Shine Lip Gloss- Sugar Pie

Fresh Sugar- Sugar Petal Tinted / Neutrogena Revitalizing Lip Balm SPF 20- Healthy Blush 

Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter- Raspberry Pie / L'Oreal Colour Riche LeGloss Lip Gloss- Baby Blossom

Essie 2013 Spring Collection in Bond with Whomever, Madison Ave-hue, and Go Ginza
Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure- Café Au Lait / Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette

I use my Notes App on my IPhone to keep track of makeup I want to check out as I come across it on blogs, Pinterest, InstaGram, at the store, in magazines etc. See my list for yourself:

Then whenever I get the chance to check them out in real life, I can remember the brand and color. This list is seriously just a partial list. I had a longer list on my old phone before the switch to the cool kid club. Not everything on the list works out once I see it in person, or is too similar to something I already own, but I like trying new products and colors and this has been a great way in helping me to remember what I want. Surely, I'm not the only who does this??

Have you tried any of these products? Are they worth purchasing? Let me know!

PS Yes, I realize I need another polish or lip product (or eyeshadow for that matter) like I need a hole in the head.