Products that Make My Skin Look Great

I’m not gonna lie, lately my skin has been looking really good. In general, my skin still looks like I’m 14. Honestly, I look like a pepperoni pizza for the majority of the time. I’ve found some products recently that have been making my skin look really clear. I honestly haven’t even used foundation for the last couple of weeks. I really recommend these to anyone with skin issues or anyone that wants to take their skin to the next level.

Boscia MakeUp-BreakUp Cool Cleansing Oil

I tend to have oily skin so I’ve been really hesitant to use cleansing oils. But everyone seems to love cleansing oils, some people even swear by them. I was really surprised, but this cleansing oil is absolutely awesome. I was super surprised to find that my skin looked and felt clearer after using it. I always use it on days when I have worked out or worn a lot of makeup. But, if you want to use it everyday, its really easy on the skin so that’s also possible.

Azul Signature Clear Skin Gel

This is a great gel I like using. It doesn’t dry out my skin, but it does leave a slight sheen on the skin so I don’t use it in the morning. I usually put on moisturizer and then put this gel on the skin afterward.

L’Oreal Go Clean 360 Anti-Breakout Facial Cleanser

I bought this on a total whim because I accidentally forget cleanser on a trip. I was completely and totally surprised by how much I loved it! Not only do I love this actual cleanser, I love the scrubby that comes with the cleanser. Its awesome! It clears my skin up and prevents future breakouts. I love it. Get it!

Hyaluronic Acid Serum 

I’ve received this a couple of times at this point. But I LOVE this product. This product is like extreme moisture all over your skin. Its a bath for your face! Its an especially great product for summer when there’s a lot of wear and tear on your skin. Its a great way to treat your skin well after a long day at the beach or out in the sun.

Book Reviews #7

Beyond Belief: My Secret Life Inside Scientology and My Harrowing Escape by Jenna Miscaviage Hill

This book tells the story of a young woman’s experience within Scientology from a very early age to her young adulthood when she decided to leave the Church of Scientology. Her story is both disturbing and interesting. I didn’t know very much about the Church of Scientology before reading this book. After reading this book I think I know much more about Scientology, but only from a highly negative perspective. I really recommend this book to anyone who is interested in modern religions or the difficultly of overcoming ingrained beliefs. Although this book could get repetitive at times, I still think you should give it a good read.

Rating: 3.75/5

Missoula: Rape and the Justice System in a College Town by Jon Krakauer

I’ve read some of Jon Krakauer’s working before. I reviewed his book about fundamentalist Mormons in the United States. This book explores how Missoula handled rape cases between 2010 and 2013. Krakauer also explores how the local police office handled alleged rape cases. His work reveals how often survivors of sexual assault and rape fail to be treated fairly and fail to see justice. This book is highly difficult to read. Oftentimes I became so angry and disappointed that I would have to stop reading the book. This book is upsetting, but I think anyone who went to college or wants to go to college should read this book. Its depressing, but it will really enlighten you.

Rating: 4/5

Let the Right One In by John Ajvide Lindqvist

I heard such awesome things about this book! I’ve been seeing it absolutely everywhere! I was so excited to read this book, but I was a little disappointed. This book was supposed to be a creepy, well written horror book about vampires. Instead, this book moved so slowly I would have rather been bitten by Edward Cullen than keep reading it. This book was not originally written in English, sometimes I felt that some of my confusion reading the book might have been a translation problem. Or, maybe it was just me. Despite what everyone says, I don’t recommend this book.

Rating: 1/5

How to Stick to the Morning Workout Routine

Firstly, I realize I’ve been absent from my blog for a while and I’d like to apologize for that. The combination of graduating from college and going on a family vacation has prevented me from posting. BUT, now I’m back and here to give you some advice about how to make working out in the morning work for you.

I don’t know about you, but I have a really hard time working out in the afternoon or at night. My energy level decreases by the end of the day and I’m usually not interested in working out. I’d rather turn into a vegetable on the couch or just go to sleep. Usually, the only way I can make sure I workout is if I do it first thing in the morning.

But how to make that morning workout doable?

1. Commit to your alarm clock

If you want to get up and work out in the morning commit yourself to your alarm. No snooze button, no excuses. As you fall asleep think about getting up the moment your alarm goes off and getting out of bed.

2. Have your clothes and equipment out and ready to go

Getting out the door early in the morning is difficult enough, make it easy for yourself  by putting out your workout clothes and equipment the night before. That way you can roll out of bed, put them on, an run out the door.

3. Sleep, sleep, sleep

Sleeping in is NOT the way to go. The best sleep for your body occurs before midnight and very, very early in the morning. Sleeping an extra hour or so in the morning after the sun has come up will not likely change how tired you feel. Go to bed early and get up early and sweat a little bit to energize you throughout the day.

4. Plan and get excited about your workout

Its especially hard getting out of bed to hit the gym if you hate the workout you’re supposed to do or aren’t sure what workout you’re going to do. Plan out your workout the night before or start thinking about it as you fall asleep (I’m weird and love planning as I’m falling asleep)

5. Remember that anything is better than nothing

You don’t have to get up at 5am and run for three hours to get some benefit from a morning workout. 30 minutes at the gym alone will get your metabolism started and will wake you up for your day. Even if its a short gym visit, your body will thank you.

Now get out there and sweat a little bit!!!!!