Hope you all are enjoying this Fall season thus far!  I am definitely enjoying this time of the year....The leaves and the cool weather are really growing on me!  I especially love burning candles during this time of the year.  There's nothing like cozying up on the couch, with candles lit on a cool Fall evening.....I LOVE IT!!!

 

 

I had to make a stop at Bath and Body Works to pick up some of their signature Fall candles.  I love their Fall candles and I literally wanted to buy the entire display, but I narrowed it down to only a few.  Of course I had my coupon for 20% off the entire purchase and also a coupon for a free travel size hand lotion of my choice!

I've heard a lot about this candle "Leaves" and I didn't think I would like it, but to my surprise, I actually LOVE this candle.  I reminds me of the outdoors on a cool Autumn day.  If you love the smell of pine cones, then you will love this candle.

 I literally want to EAT this candle!! It smells just like the name "Salted Caramel Corn" and I absolutely love caramel popcorn and the scent of it! I LOVE this candle!

I love this candle as well..."Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin"
If you are a fan of pumpkin spice and or cinnamon, then this candle is for you.  I LOVE the smell of this candle and the aroma it gives off in my home!!

Here's another candle for you pumpkin spice and cinnamon lovers! 
"Pumpkin Cinnamon Bun"
This one is another one of my favorites and I must admit, my home smells like pine cones, pumpkin spice and cinnamon!

I chose Cashmere Glow as my free hand lotion and I literally use this hand lotion EVERY SINGLE DAY, I love it that much.  I think I may get the full collection with the body spray, shower gel and full size lotion.....

To add to my Fall inspired family room, I picked up these cute little owls from Wal-Mart and filled them with pine cones.  I thought these owls were so cute and I just had to have them!

What are some of your favorite candles and scents for the Fall?



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Until next time....Stay Beautiful & Keep it Humble!

~HumbleBeauty

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The Fountain of Youth ~ Part 3, UltraLuxe Skincare

 

 

 

On my journey to the perfect skin care products to add to my collection, I was introduced to this award winning brand, UltraLuxe.  I checked out UltraLuxe's website and they have a wide variety of products, a little bit of something for all of us.  Whether you have normal, combination, oily or acne prone skin like myself, this brand has you covered.  The number of anti-aging benefits in these products is amazing and the main reason why I decided to feature them in my "The Fountain of Youth" series.  I was excited when I learned about this company and I was eager to learn more!!

 

 

 

~  UltraLuxe  ~

 

 

UltraLuxe offers high performance luxury skincare, combining the world's finest ingredients with the most cutting-edge and advanced scientific technologies.  UltraLuxe is known throughout the industry as the true gold standard in age-defying, acne, scarring, discoloration and other skincare issues. 

A leader in the wellness revolution, all products are free from harsh chemicals, artificial dyes, artificial fragrances, sulfates, zinc oxide and petrochemicals, coral-reef safe and always, cruelty-free.

 

 

I was excited to be sent a few samples to try out and share with you all! 

I received the Bright Eyes and the Triple Action Vita-Foliant in the mail last week, and even though I prefer to use a product for a few months before forming an opinion, I must say that my first impressions are THUMBS UP!!! 

 

 

 

 

 

The Bright Eyes has been my go to for these jumbo bags I carry under my eyes!  I do believe these things are hereditary because I was born with them!!  What's the quote circulating the web these days "These bags under my eyes are designer bags!"

 

 

Bright Eyes by UltraLuxe

Fights Puffiness & Dark Circles

Learn more and purchase here:  UltraLuxe

 

 

 

The Triple Action Vita-Foliant has been useful in my exfoliation routine each night.  I did a post last week on the importance of exfoliation and if you missed it you can read here. 

 

 

Triple Action Vita-Foliant by UltraLuxe 

Exfoliating Treatment that Nourishes & Renews Skin

Learn more and purchase here:  UltraLuxe

 

 

 

 

If you are on the quest to youthful, healthy glowing skin like myself....definitely check out this brand and what they have to offer!!  The products I listed above are just a few that I am currently trying out, so check out their website to see if there is anything that may peak your interest. 

Your skin will love you for it!!

ultraluxeskincare.com/

 

 

 

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Until next time....Stay Beautiful & Keep it Humble!

~HumbleBeauty

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Presenting......Humblebeauty29.blogspot.com

 

HELLO EVERYONE!!!!

 

 

As many of you may already know...I have been playing around with a little video editing lately and I ran across this website:  www.wondershare.com which allows you to edit and share videos.  I have been looking for a video editing software for a while now and I do like wondershare.com, however I am still on the hunt for the best option to use. 

 

 

 

Check out my videos below and let me know what you think.  I am currently using the free trial and that is why my videos have the wondershare watermark.  If I decide to download the full program, I will then have access to all of their full features.  If any of you know of a good video editing software to use, please leave me a comment and let me know.  I would love to hear from you!

 

 

 

 



Until next time....Stay Beautiful & Keep it Humble!

~HumbleBeauty

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The Fountain of Youth ~ Part 2, The Importance of Exfoliation

 

I LOVE TO EXFOLIATE!!!
 

 

 

 

Exfoliation is the removal of the oldest dead skin cells that cling to the skin's outermost surface. Exfoliation is important for the skin.  When done correctly, exfoliation leaves the skin feeling smoother and fresher looking.  Exfoliation also makes it easier for facial products like moisturizers and serums to penetrate into the skin.....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Why Is Exfoliation Important?

The skin is constantly generating new skin cells at the lower layer (the dermis) and sending them to the surface (the epidermis).  As the cells rise to the surface they gradually die and become filled with keratin. These keratinized skin cells are essential because they give our skin its protective quality, but they are constantly sloughing off to make way for younger cells.

As we age the process of cell turnover slows down. Cells start to pile up unevenly on the skin's surface, giving it a dry, rough, dull appearance. Exfoliation is beneficial because it removes those cells that are clinging on, revealing the fresher, younger skin cells below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I have been exfoliating my face for about 6 months now with exfoliating gloves and I LOVE it!  I usually do this process during my night time routine, 2-3 times a week and I love the way it leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth to the touch.  I follow up with a Vitamin C serum and then my moisturizer.....I wake up in the morning with fresh, rejuvenated skin!



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Until next time....Stay Beautiful & Keep it Humble!

~HumbleBeauty

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Thirteen Years Ago......

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13 years ago I was blessed with the honor of becoming the world's happiest Mother....
God blessed me with this young man and my life hasn't been the same since.  Over this past weekend we celebrated my son's 13th birthday and cannot believe how fast time flys!  It seems like it was just yesterday that I was bringing him home from the hospital and nervous about how to handle this newborn baby all by myself, without the help of the nurses at the hospital checking in every couple of hours to make sure all was well.....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This new journey in my life began 13 years ago, and while there were some rough patches for the two of us back then with me being a young single mom and all, I must say that we turned out to be "quite alright" if I do say so myself....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I cherish every moment I share with my son and my entire family for that matter.  I understand that time is precious and every moment counts, the good and the bad....I thank God for 13 years with this handsome young man. 

 

 

Happy Birthday Son!  Plus many more......

 

Love,

Mom

Seasons.....OOTD

 

 

 

Top:  Forever 21

Jeans:  EXPRESS

Boots:  Journeys

Necklace:  Maurices

Watch:  Michael Kors

Lipstick:  Violet Volt by Milani

 

 

 

 

During this time of the year, as the seasons change and the holidays come and go, I am often reminded of how we as people go through many changes or "seasons" in our lives....The transitions may be for the good or for the bad, nevertheless, changes are what they are.  If we look back at our life 5 or 10 years ago, we may notice how much we have grown, and how much we have learned and accomplished over the years.  It is truly amazing how time can mold and shape a person.....

 

 

 

These wedge boots are so comfortable and the perfect color for the Fall.....

 



 

This mustard color is really growing on me.  It is such a nice Fall color that it puts me in the mood for cool weather, leaves and harvest time!

 



The book of Ecclesiastes reads......

"To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:  A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance...."

 

 

 

 Fall is one of my favorite seasons.....

I love the weather, the changing of the leaves and trees, the grass and the scenery....

 I especially love the Holiday season ~ Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years!!  A time to gather with the family and enjoy good times.....

I love it all......

 

Hope you all are enjoying this lovely Fall weather and playing around with different Fall outfits and colors.  I hope you enjoy each and every season and may the "seasons" in your life bring you much joy and growth as a human being.....

 

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Until next time....Stay Beautiful & Keep it Humble!

~HumbleBeauty

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Heroine & Red Pumps!!

 

 

 

Hello Again!!!!

I was so in love with the lipstick I wore to work today that I just had to do a post showing it off. 

 

 ~ HEROINE by Mac ~

 

I did a recent blog post featuring some of my favorite Fall lippies, which included this color, and if you haven't read that post, you can check it out here.  I am really loving this particular color these days and I find myself reaching for it more and more!

 

 

 

I am also loving these new red pumps I purchased from DSW Shoes a few weeks ago!  The heel is not very high and the shoe is super comfortable.  I am all about comfort when it comes to heels!!

 

RED PUMPS!!!

 

Heroine and Red Pumps have been my obsession here lately.....

What are you currently obsessing over?

 

Until next time....Stay Beautiful & Keep it Humble!

~HumbleBeauty

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