August Favorites

It seems like I blinked and August blew past. Not that I’m complaining. August is probably my least favorite month. It’s always so hot and humid and gross outside. While technically still summer, August is usually filled with anticipation of prepping to go back to school, or in my case, just trying to get one step closer to my favorite season- FALL! That being said though, i discovered some of my new favorite things over the past month and I’m so excited to share them with you.

Have you guys heard of adult coloring books? I’m obsessed. Back in the day, usually to distract myself from a boring class lecture, I used to draw random intersecting lines on a piece of paper and color in the shapes. This is just the more elegant version of that. Here is the one I have: Secret Garden: An Inky Treasure Hunt and Coloring Book.

I’m really liking this St. Tropez Gradual In Shower Tanning Lotion lately. I have very fair skin that burns and doesn’t tan, so during the summer i like to get a little glow via a self tanner. I’ve never really found one I just love though. I got this sample in my last Birchbox and have been using it the last few weeks. It doesn’t have the typical self tanner scent, which I was really excited about, and is surprisingly very moisturizing.

I’ve been reaching for this Georgie Beauty Le Jardin Crème Blush every time I do my make-up. I have the Rosegold color which is gorgeous and perfect for any skin tone. The application is smooth and the color is easily build-able, allowing a cream blush novice like myself room for a little trial and error. The fact that the product is enriched with vitamins and vegan is a great bonus. Pretty AND good for your skin. 

These cinnamon apple dried fruit slices from Target are SO GOOD. I may have bought every bag my local Target had…..

I love cold brewed coffee and Trader Joe’s version is really yummy. I’ve been drinking it all month with almond milk as my afternoon pick me up.

What have you guys been loving lately?

-Ashley xx

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