beauty
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Black Owned Businesses To Support
When we come together as one, beautiful things happen.
artwork credit: @demonbabeTM
A lot of us have been greatly overwhelmed with everything going on in the world and we absolutely have a right to feel the way we do.
While it warms my heart to see everyone coming together to show their support for the Black community, we need to make sure that this same energy will continue beyond just the next couple of days. That being said, I've decided to put together a list of Black owned businesses that you can support. Spread the love.
Apparel & Accessories
- Beads Byaree | womenswear
- Jade Swim | swimwear for women
- Jet Noire | trendy womenswear
- Mahnal | contemporary brass jewelry
- Melanie Marie | jewelry and accessories
- Nubian Skin | skin-tone lingerie and hosiery for women of color
- O'Dolly Dearest | 90's/early 2000's femme
- Petty Print | apparel with an attitude (t-shirts, hoodies and more)
- O'Dolly Dearest | 90's/early 2000's femme
- Petty Print | apparel with an attitude (t-shirts, hoodies and more)
- Proclaim | inclusive nude lingerie made of earth-conscious materials
- Selva Negra | ethical fashion *100% of the proceeds made through 6/7 will be donated to BLM
- Sholarin Co. | women's and men's pajamas/loungewear
- Sincerely Tommy | lifestyle and womenswear
- Supreme Frames | affordable and trendy sunglasses
- Two Days Off | sustainable fashion
- Yam NYC | handmade jewelry
Art & Graphic Design
- Avitalzart | prints and stickers
- Busy Vee Branding | graphic design + brand stylist
- Derick Brooks | character designs and comics
- Jasmine Renee Art | original paintings, prints and stickers
- Tamarr's Creative Designs | web design, branding and premade templates
- Tamarr's Creative Designs | web design, branding and premade templates
- Notty Designs | watercolor artist
- Uzo the Artist | hand-drawn posters and stickers
Beauty & Skincare
- Akilah's Essentials | natural bath and body products
- Buttercup Essentials | handmade body and hair care products
- Buttercup Essentials | handmade body and hair care products
- Blaze Cosmetics | CBD infused cosmetics
- HoneyCurlz | natural hair care products
- Loving Culture | organic, vegan, cruelty-free hair oils
- Makeup Scientist Cosmetics | cruelty-free cosmetics
- Pandis' Soap & More | natural handmade soaps
- Rosen Skincare | clean skincare for acne-prone skin
- ShunnyBeeSoaps | handmade soaps, vegan and cruelty-free
- The Lip Bar | vegan, cruelty-free cosmetics
- The Tea Affect | organic hair and skincare
- Tionne Skin | organic skincare
- Urban Hydration | clean skincare
Food & Home
- Aroma Scentsations | candles and face mists
- BLK & BOLD | specialty coffee and tea
- Inner Eaze | homemade soy candles and wax melts
- Linoto | pure bed and bath linens
- Lovely Goods | office supplies
- McBride Sisters | for wine lovers
- Mylky | dairy free ice cream
- Project Pop | organic kettle corn
- Linoto | pure bed and bath linens
- Lovely Goods | office supplies
- McBride Sisters | for wine lovers
- Mylky | dairy free ice cream
- Project Pop | organic kettle corn
- Tea + Shade | inspirational mugs
Please drop some more Black owned businesses in the comments, I'd love to check them out!
Never be afraid to stand up for what you believe in.
Your voice will be heard.
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xo, Lisette
Monday, September 24, 2018
Don't Touch My Hair
"If you tamper with my hair, you're tampering with my brand."
If anyone truly knows me, then they know how much I adore my hair. My curls are pretty much my trademark and I honestly wouldn't trade them for anything. However, my hair has been through a whole lot before getting to where it is now. Growing up,my flat iron was my best friend and I straightened my hair every couple of days. It was very rare to ever see me rocking my natural hair. Not to mention, all the heat really destroyed my hair. It wasn't until high school where I started to embrace my curls. I began growing out my bangs (did anyone else rock straight bangs with curly hair? what a mess that was..) and cut majority of my hair off for a fresh start.
Fast forward to today, it is highly unlikely you'll see me with straight hair. I grew out of that look and personally don't like how flat and boring it is - ya girl needs VOLUME! While I get a lot of compliments on my curls, there's still some people who have the nerve to say, "I think your hair would look better straight." Yes, my hair is long. No, I don't want to straighten it. It always blew my mind how back when I used to do a lot of freelance modeling, people would cast me knowing I have curly hair, only to straighten it for a shoot or fashion show. I will always respect a designer's vision. However, if you have a certain look in mind don't you think you should well.. cast people who fit that look? I believe the problem with this industry is that they claim to want to promote diversity, yet very few people do it tastefully. I cannot count the amount of people I've worked with in the industry that didn't know how to deal with textured hair. They acted as if my curls were a bother and thought that straightening it would be the easy way out when in fact, it's actually a lot more work. Whenever I would open my mouth about it, it was deemed unprofessional. How is it unprofessional to explain to someone how to deal with my hair? Anyone with curly hair would tell you that you can't just brush our hair out and you definitely cannot apply any heat without some kind of thermal protectant. I feel like I worked way too hard to get my curls to be where they are now just for someone to come and mess with it because they are uncomfortable with it, or simply refuse to learn how to properly style it.
What I love about the blogging and social media community is that more and more people are beginning to embrace their natural hair. I didn't have a whole lot of people to look up to that had natural curls. I pretty much had to figure out everything on my own, and with a lot of trial and error, things finally seem to be working out in my favor. To anyone out there who is wondering whether or not they should make the switch to going natural, I say do it! I think textured hair is beautiful and is what makes you different from everyone else.
Cheers to all the curly girls! Do you have any favorite hair products or DIY masks you like to do? Leave them in the comments below, I'd love to try them out!
Here's some of my faves:
Here's some of my faves:
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xo, Lisette
Friday, March 16, 2018
How To Get Spring Ready Skin
The first product I'm going to talk about is the Bioré Self Heating One Minute Mask. Charcoal has definitely been trending in the skincare and beauty world and it doesn't seem like it isn't going away anytime soon either. What I love about this mask is that it is infused with natural charcoal, allowing it to draw out pore clogging dirt, oil, and impurities. Unlike other masks, this one does not harder. It simply heats up on your face while it works it's magic and after just 60 seconds it's ready to be rinsed off! Yes, you heard right.. you can get the whole spa experience in just one minute.
Clear skin starts with clean pores and I think it is safe to say that Bioré is known for their innovative products that help unclog pores. With the Bioré Deep Cleansing Charcoal Pore Strips you can pretty much say goodbye to blackheads! Bioré Pore Strips are trusted and tested by Dermatologists and with regular use, they will actually diminish the appearance of pores. I've always been a fan of their nose strips, so when Bioré introduced their charcoal strips, I couldn't wait to get my hands on them! I really like the fact that they are so easy to use. All you have to do is dampen your nose, apply the strip, and gently remove the strip from the bottom up once it completely hardens. Call me weird, but there is something oddly satisfying about seeing all the blackheads these strips remove.
Both the Bioré Self Heating One Minute Mask and Bioré Deep Cleansing Charcoal Pore Strips can be found on Amazon for under $6, or at your local Target. Which of these products are you looking to try out? Let me know in the comments below!
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xo, Lisette
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Stonegirl Silicone Makeup Sponge Review & Giveaway
Did somebody say... giveaway??
First things first, I'm really big on packaging. I like when companies show effort through their packaging because let's be real, it makes a much greater impression that receiving something in a plain cardboard box. The Stonegirl Beauty team had my sponges shipped out in a cute metallic pink bubble mailer that I felt really captured the overall aesthetic of the brand itself.
I have always used beauty blenders in the past, so using these silicone sponges was a completely new experience for me. What I love about these sponges is the fact that they are super easy to use. I'll be honest with you, I had no idea what I was even doing, yet my foundation came out looking seamless. Brushes can sometimes leave streaks on your face if not blended correctly, but I did not have that problem with these sponges. Another big plus for me is that they are really easy to clean and don't require too much maintenance. Just run the sponge under some water, maybe pass some makeup remover over it if needed, let it dry and you're good to go. Unlike a beauty blender or other makeup tools, these silicone sponges don't really collect or hide any dirt, so you're less likely to breakout from using them.
Now on to the giveaway!
Here are the rules: (Don't worry, they're harmless.. and yes, I'll be checking to see if you've followed them all correctly!)
1. Must be following me on Instagram @ohsnapitzlizzie
2. Must be following Stonegirl Beauty @stonegirl_beauty
3. Enter the official giveaway here: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/b0ce62571/? (So I know how to contact you if you've won!)
4. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel
4. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel
Bonus entries:
Enter Stonegirl's Giveaway *This is a separate giveaway from mine, but entering theirs just increases your odds of winning*
Winner was chosen February 14th, but if you are looking to shop Stonegirl yourself, you can use the code "Lisettem5" for 25% off!
Winner was chosen February 14th, but if you are looking to shop Stonegirl yourself, you can use the code "Lisettem5" for 25% off!
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xo, Lisette
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Shower Hacks - How To Stay Fresh on a Budget
Sponsored Post: This post is sponsored by Suave however, all content and opinions expressed here are my own.
As the seasons change, there is one thing that seems to remain the same: my love for long, relaxing showers. Taking a shower is typically my favorite part of the day. It allows me to unwind, plan out what I'm going to do the next day, and sometimes even pretend I'm performing at Madison Square Garden (I mean a girl can dream, right?)
From swapping regular curtain rings for decorative rope to applying clear nail polish to the rims of all my metal products to prevent rust, I think it's safe to say I've just about mastered Shower Hacks 101. Since I spend so much time in the shower, I enjoy experimenting with new products from time to time. During my most recent trip to Duane Reade, I came across the new body washes from Suave Essentials. I've seen so much buzz about these washes all over the internet and decided to give them a shot to see what they're all about. As a college student, I am always looking for a good deal. Therefore, when I saw that each 18oz bottle was only $2 I just had to stock up on some! Suave offers such a great assortment of fragrances that are suitable for any occasion. Whether if you're freshening up after the gym, preparing for a date, or just feel like pampering yourself, you're bound to find a scent you love.
After taking the Suave Body Wash Quiz, they paired me with the "Almond Verbana" scent, which ironically happened to be my favorite scent out of the three bottles I purchased. Aside from them all smelling amazing, they also do a great job of cleaning and hydrating your skin.
Torn on which Suave Body Wash is right for you? Take the Suave quiz here to #FindYourScent! You'll even get a cash back offer after completion!
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xo, Lisette
Thursday, November 13, 2014
The Liebster Award
Hey everyone! Today's post is a little bit different from my usual posts. A few days ago I was nominated by Syrine (thank you doll!) at http://vintagequeen1.blogspot.com/ for the Liebster Award, which is basically an award given to new bloggers who you feel are worth a read.
Rules:
- You have to post 11 facts about yourself
- Answer the 11 questions posted by nominator
- Nominate 11 other bloggers with less than 200 followers on their blog
and come up with 11 questions for them to answer
- Mention blogger who nominated you
- You must let your nominees know about your nominations and
give them a link to your post so they can learn about the award.
11 Facts About Me:
- Eminem is my inspiration.
- My favorite color is red.
- Whenever I go out to eat, I always order chicken tenders and fries.
- The majority of my closet is black, white & floral.
- I do my own nails.
- I love to sing and dance... but not in front of people.
- I want to be an event planner.
- I have a slight obsession with Tinkerbell.
- I can't stand the whole Twilight series.
- I can spend hours on YouTube without getting bored.
- I love making people laugh.
Questions by Syrine:
1. If you had the chance to travel, where would you want to go?
Either California or London.
2. What's your inspiration in life?
I draw inspiration from a lot of things. Family, friends, music, culture all inspire me in different ways.
3. What's your favorite food?
Chicken parmesan, or pretty much anything Italian.
4. What are some of your favorite books?
I don't remember half of the books I've read, but The Fault in Our Stars takes the prize for sure :)
5. What's one of the scariest things you've ever done?
Good question, I don't think I've done anything scary lol..
6. What accomplishment are you most proud of?
Being my high school's valedictorian was a pretty big accomplishment.
7. If you were going to write a book, what would you call it and what would it be about?
"Mess" by Lisette Melendez, a tale about a girl who's still trying to get her shit together.
8. When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A fashion designer.
9. If someone asked you to give them a random piece of advice, what would you say?
As simple as this may sound, do what makes you happy.
10. Would you rather live in the country or in the city?
I'm a city girl!
11. Do you like to plan things out in detail or be spontaneous?
A little bit of both depending on the occasion.
I Nominate:
Saihana: http://budgetsai.com/
Lindsey: http://blousesandblush.com/
Katherine: http://more-than-minimalism.squarespace.com/
Marijn: http://marijnlashkari.nl/
Sayenne: http://fashionbysayenne.com/
My Questions:
1. If you could raid anyone's closet, who would it be and why?
2. What inspired you to start blogging?
3. Do you prefer saving up for pricier items or buying a bunch of affordable options?
4. How would you describe your style in one word?
5. What kind of blog posts do you enjoy most?
6. Do you enjoy traveling?
7. What is one thing that most people don't know about you?
8. Who are your favorite artists?
9. Where do you shop most?
10. What is your favorite thing about Fall?
11. What is your most worn item in your closet?
As always thank you guys for reading. I hope you enjoyed this post. I've been working on a haul/try-on video for you guys which should be up next week. Stay tuned!
xo, Lisette
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