My Daily Skincare Regimen for Combination Oily Skin Types (UPDATED)

If you haven't heard: flawless makeup starts with GREAT skin!  I can't tell you all how many times I've been standing at a makeup counter, waiting for help, and heard how gorgeous and smooth my skin was, which honestly came as a shocker to me.  I didn't think I had great skin-- due to an occasional dark spot or breakout, keyword being occasional-- but from everyone else, I clearly had some damn good skin.  I pride myself in taking care of me-- my hair and skin included.

MY Preference Between Aussie Moist & Hello Hydration Conditioners

In all honesty, this was not a PJ moment; I was in desperate need to find a new detangling conditioner.  I had been using the Tresemme Naturals conditioner, but I noticed that it was no longer working for me.  My detangling sessions took longer than usual and my hair felt dry after using it.  I honestly think my hair had gotten used to it.

Check Me Out on FashionRoyaltyBlog.Wordpress.Com With 3 Spring/Summer Trends!

Hey all!  This is just a quick post to tell you about my feature on FashionRoyaltyBlog.Wordpress.Com.  This time, I'm highlighting what I think will be the most common, yet fun, trends for this Spring/Summer.

The chosen trends are very simple to do and can be pulled off by anyone, which is why I love them!  So let's get those pouts, flirty eyes, and flawless complexions ready! ;)

Best,

Ashley, xo.

Do you have any questions for me about the Spring/Summer Trends?  If so, comment below!

Spotlight Monday: Isabel

Tell us about yourself.
> I’m a New York City native, and a recent Syracuse University graduate.  I studied Television-Radio-Film, and I will be pursuing a career in film production.

Tips on Making That Mani Last

'Butler Please' by Essie, May 2014

Aside from having a really good nail technician, there are some things that you can do to extend the staying power of your mani.  I know a lot of women tend to shy away from manis because of the quick chipping time, but I'm here to save the day (and possibly) your pockets!

Spotlight Monday: Callie

Tell us about yourself.

> Hey, I'm Callie-- a Brooklyn girl with a random, carefree spirit.  I am a junior at Syracuse University, majoring in Child & Family Studies as well as African American Studies.  If I'm not eating, I'm probably watching movies (or both lol).  I LOVE music, books, new places and new things.

My Favorite Beauty Essentials (Summer Edition)

Hey all!  I just wanted to drop in and share my summer beauty essentials with you all.  With summer around the corner, it is important that we lighten up our makeup bags by putting some products on the back shelf, and utilizing other items to keep us fresh and flawless at all times.