about me

Hey guys! I'm Julie Ann. I'm 20 years old. I grew up and still currently live in South Jersey, just a few miles out of Atlantic City. I'm in love with where I live.. the beaches and boardwalks are my second home.

I live with my two amazing parents and younger sister.. oh, and my dog whom I consider my other sister. She's a Weimaraner, she's amazing and is the cutest thing ever!

I love fashion, makeup & hair. I love experimenting and trying new things! If you have any requests or questions let me know! Find my e-mail in the "contact" tab!

Thanks for reading,

Xoxo, Julie

the perfect face wash

My name is Julie and I'm addicted to Pinterest. But then again I'm a girl, and what girl isn't? I love being inspired by others' ideas. And lately, I've totally been all about saving money and finding natural and cheap substitutes for anything. Well let me share with you, my latest love...

I've always had mild acne.. not bad acne, but not perfect skin. Since I was a teenager I've always been searching for the perfect treatment.. one magic face wash or gel that would zap my zits forever!!! Well, until someone finds a "cure" for acne, I have found a treatment that does give me great results!

 

     YOU NEED:

-1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil (you can get this at any health store and some grocery stores) $8

-1/2 teaspoon of honey $4

-Your regular exfoliator or facewash

-A headband (to keep your hair away from your face).. it gets sticky!!

First, take off any makeup you have on your skin. Next, take a 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil and massage it in between your hands until it melts. 

Now take out the honey and pour about 1/2 teaspoon onto your hand! So now you have coconut oil and honey. Next, put a few drops of your regular facial cleanser or exfoliator. I usually just estimate the measurements.. it doesn't have to be exact! I'd rather not have dishes to do every time i wash my face ;)

Now just lather your hands together, mixing all of the ingredients together, and wash your face like you normally would! When youre done just rinse off your face, you may want to splash it a few times just to be sure that you get the stickiness off!

It's really that easy! Since I have been adding honey and coconut oil to my face wash, I have noticed clearer and softer skin, and it's only been about a week! It's such cheap and simple addition to my daily routine! I've also read that some people substitute baking soda in for their regular exfoliator, but I haven't had a chance to try that! If anyone does, let me know how you like it!

september wardrobes

it's almost my favorite time of the year! the autumn. however, September is probably one of my least favorite months of the year. it means you go back to school, which normally I don't mind, except for the fact that it still feels like the summer. September is sunny and warm, but you're sitting in classes or at work. i put together a few fashion ideas for you to incorporate that back to school, autumn feeling while still wearing clothes that won't make you sweat!

wear a shirt with a little bit of a longer sleeve! showing too much skin may give your outfit more of a summer appearance. also, wearing a lot of decorative jewelry can help too! normally, people don't wear that much jewelry in the summertime. so by putting on a few necklaces, it really spices up that outfit!

try this from Forever21

i'm obsessed with rompers! i think that they are super sexy and the comfort is also a major plus. i really like one in particular because it's long sleeved and a dark color. it is not something that you would wear in the summer, which makes this a PERFECT September buy!

try this from the Kardashian Kollection

a cardigan is another great way to make your outfits more fall-like! make sure the material is light so you don't sweat. or, try a short-sleeved or even a no-sleeved cartigan. wearing any type of cardigan over a tank top would work here! cardigans are also great to have in your closet because you can wear them in the winter over long-sleeved shirts, and even in the spring for a winter-spring transitioned wardrobe.

try this from Forever21

JEANS JEANS JEANS! it's time to break out that denim, ladies! wearing jeans is totally ok to do when the weather is warm, but only if you wear the right top with it. wearing a tank with jeans is not only super cute, it's such a great way to get that autumn look, without showing too much skin. this looks even better when you accessorize, with a long necklace or with a brown belt!

scarves are so perfect for September! choose one that is a neutral color, and is made of light material. Pair it with a lighter colored shirt so you don't look to dark.

Try this from WetSeal

* try incorporating fall colors in your September wardrobe! try to avoid bright colors and pure white, and include more neutral, earthy colors like browns, beiges, and grays.

check out great September makeup, hair styles, and hair colors in my next post! i'll update it either Friday or Saturday. make sure to keep reading and leave me comments for any questions or requests!

goodnight readers

xoxo, Julie

welcome

hey guys!

i've been thinking about starting a blog for awhile now, and i'm so excited that i finally got around to it! i love sharing ideas, thoughts and feelings, so why not share with strangers? i have a wide range of interests, from hair, skin & nails to fashion, home decor, photography, music and quotes. i'd love to share secrets, tips & tricks i learn there with you beauty lovers! i really hope to get a lot more followers, so share with your friends!

xoxo, Julie