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February 3, 2016 By Cassie 20 Comments

2016 Favorites: January

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2016 Favorites: January || Southeast by Midwest #beauty #bblogger #beautyfavorites #monthlyfavorites

I mentioned in my Best of 2015 post that it was my goal for 2016 to not miss a month of favorites. Due to a back injury last week I really put myself behind on posting, however, I decided I would look at my schedule and try to maneuver things around so that I could my favorites post up. I was able to do so and I’m glad I did. These are the first five favorites of 2016!

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2016 Favorites: January Cinema Secrets Makeup Brush Cleaner || Southeast by Midwest #beauty #bblogger #beautyfavorites #monthlyfavorites #cinemasecrets

One of the things that I had to move around were a couple of haul videos I was planning on posting. I mention that because you will see this Cinema Secrets Makeup Brush Cleanser in an upcoming haul. I used this for the first time the night that it was delivered to my house and it did an amazing job of cleaning some really dirty brushes. I’m already planning on purchasing the larger size of this for my Facials and Make-Up class in school.

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August Favorites Nivea Moisturizing Creme #butterLondon #Clearhaircare #nivea #zeiss #beauty #makeup #cosmetics #nails #lips #haircare #beautyblogger #bbloggers

The Nivea Soft Moisturizing Cream is actually a “refind” for me. I had been using it last year but had put it to the side to try out some other products. Earlier this month I happened to be moving things around and found the Nivea Soft Moisturizing Cream again. I’ve been loving using it again and can’t wait to get a bigger container.

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2016 Favorites: January Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette || Southeast by Midwest #beauty #bblogger #beautyfavorites #monthlyfavorites #toofaced

One of the things that I love about the Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette is how well the shadows go together. You can really create many different looks with only the shadows in the Chocolate Bar Palette.

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2016 Favorites: January Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara || Southeast by Midwest #beauty #bblogger #beautyfavorites #monthlyfavorites #toofaced

I absolutely love Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara for lift, volume, and length. I wouldn’t go so far as to say that it’s better than sex but it is a pretty dang good mascara. Personally though I can’t wait to try the new waterproof version that is coming out!

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2016 Favorites: January G-Tube || Southeast by Midwest #beauty #bblogger #beautyfavorites #monthlyfavorites #gtube

I’m one of those types of people who needs music when I’m doing anything. Seriously, I just can’t focus (or function for that matter) if I don’t have music coming at me. I’ve been loving the G-Project G-Tube Bluetooth Speaker for providing just that while I work. When I sit down to get ready, edit, or write a blog post it’s great to stream music from my phone straight to this handy little device.

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Comments

  1. Irina says

    February 3, 2016 at 7:08 am

    My January favourites: pink reusable water bottle, mug with handmade drawings, new notebook and planner, primark socks with anchors on them and pound land grey-brown nail polish.

    Reply
  2. Angelic Sinova says

    February 3, 2016 at 7:38 am

    I’m not much of a makeup person but I have been wanting to try the Too Faced Chocolate Bar Palette. There are so many cute eye shadows colors in that palette <3

    Reply
  3. ellesees.net says

    February 3, 2016 at 9:28 am

    cinema secrets is my fave!! love the vanilla scent. one of the first prof products i ever purchased!

    Reply
  4. Carmen Perez (listen2mama) says

    February 3, 2016 at 12:40 pm

    I have been using the Nivea Soft Moisturizing Creme for years, it’s my favorite creme of all. I particularly love the way it smells.

    Reply
  5. Valerie says

    February 3, 2016 at 12:47 pm

    I am going to have to purchase the brush cleaner. It has been some time since my makeup brushes have been properly cleaned and this sounds like a great product to do it.

    Reply
  6. Jenn @ EngineerMommy says

    February 3, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    What a great set of favorite beauty products for January. I’ve been thinking about buying a makeup brush cleaner. I usually just make my own “cleaning solution” but it might be worth trying the store-bought version!

    Reply
  7. Liz Mays says

    February 3, 2016 at 1:23 pm

    These are some awesome picks for January. That brush cleaner sounds really useful. I haven’t tried that line yet.

    Reply
  8. Chris says

    February 3, 2016 at 4:53 pm

    My favorite in January was our trip in Hawaii we enjoy it and had fun adventure.

    Reply
  9. Mike says

    February 3, 2016 at 11:04 pm

    Oh nice tips…I might need to pick up that Chocolate Bar for my wife (she wears those colors a lot), and the Bluetooth speak for our power blogging sessions. Great post!

    Reply
  10. Heather says

    February 3, 2016 at 11:14 pm

    I like that bluetooth speaker. It looks like it pumps out some pretty decent sound. That nivea cream sounds good too. I’m particular with what I put on my face in terms of a moisturizer because if its too heavy, I tend to break out, but it looks like it could really hydrate my face.

    Reply
  11. Jen Jamar says

    February 3, 2016 at 11:25 pm

    Everyone needs a good makeup brush cleaner! They totally lengthen the life of your brushes!

    Reply
  12. Franc Ramon says

    February 4, 2016 at 12:01 am

    The G Project G Tube Speaker looks really cool. It’s gonna really gonna be a great speaker. for parties and getaways.

    Reply
  13. Tori Gabriel says

    February 4, 2016 at 6:19 am

    That Nivea soft moisturiser is really good. I use thaf one regularly. This is a great tound up for January.

    Reply
  14. Chantal says

    February 4, 2016 at 8:36 am

    I always see people taking about the Chocolate palette from Too Faced and really want to try it out. I love the Nivea cream though, I have used it before.

    Reply
  15. Maureen says

    February 4, 2016 at 8:32 pm

    I need that bluetooth speaker! 😀 Hahaha nice pics. I love the Too Faced eyeshadows, the colors looks so pretty.

    Reply
  16. Ana Fernandez says

    February 4, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    yay! Thanks for your reviews! I love to see what my favorite bloggers recommend before buying anything

    Reply
  17. Stephanie of The TipToe Fairy says

    February 4, 2016 at 11:49 pm

    These look awesome! I love the makeup remover is no rinse. I’m anxious to see how you like the waterproof mascara. If I wear anything but waterproof is just rubs right off.

    Reply
  18. LadySoda says

    February 5, 2016 at 1:59 am

    Great stuff you got there! This reminds me that I need a makeup brush cleaner as mine are screaming for “bath” now. lol! Definitely my favorite for this month in my beauty haul is my Naked3 palette. They are gorgeous! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Jasmine Watts says

    February 5, 2016 at 8:10 am

    What a great set of favorite beauty products. I love the Nivea cream though, I have used it before.

    Reply
  20. Chanel says

    February 5, 2016 at 11:03 pm

    I also love Nivea! They make some really great facial moisturizer (which reminds me that I need to purchase some more! Thanks ^^)

    Reply

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