Hello my fellow interweb-ians! I'm so sorry I haven't posted in the longest time. I slipped into a serious rut after graduation (but that's a story for another time). I just needed to get used to my new normal and adjust. It took some doing, but I'm finally feeling like myself again! Woohoo!

My obsession with makeup and Sephora has increased exponentially this year. So needless to say, I recently bought myself a few treats from Sephora. I thought I'd share in case you know some makeup obsessed friend/family member who you're looking to get a Christmas present for (because we all know that time of year is here), or if you want to treat yo-self.

My shopping cart on this virtual trip consisted of:
Nars Steven Klein Collaboration One Shocking Moment Palette
L'Occitane Hand Cream Delights
Too Cool For School Dinoplatz Dear Brachiosaurus Blotting Paper
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Lip Pencil

I could not resist the cheek palette by Nars and Steven Klein. It was just too gorgeous to pass up, and I've been looking for new blushers lately. It comes with four blushers, a highlight, a contour, and a bronzer of the laguna variety. I honestly think this is going to be a go to product that I will reach for over and over again.

I'm such a sucker for hand creams, especially around this time of year when the weather gets cold and our skin begins to suffer that most dreaded dryness. I've never used a L'Occitane product but I've heard nothing but good things. I figured I'd take a break from my usual Soap and Glory Hand Food and try something new.

I haven't used blotting paper in years quite frankly. But I saw this Too Cool For School product and the packaging drew me in. I'm a sucker for gimmicks and marketing and aesthetics. I had never seen a blotting paper in a plastic case before. And not only that but it has a mirror! A MIRROR! I've been using this quite regularly and honestly I love it. It's perfect for a handbag. All I can remember from the blotting sheets I used as a teenager was when the cardboard packaging would get tossed around in my bag and turn to rubbish.

I decided to invest in the Urban Decay Lip Pencil quite reluctantly. I've heard great things about this product and I tend to have trouble matching a lip liner to my lipstick, so begrudgingly I shelled out the money for this lip pencil. I shouldn't be so shocked as the palette was more expensive but it's also larger, more tangible. I have yet to use it with my lipstick but I swatched it as soon as I got it and it glides on so smooth it's ridiculous. I'm hoping this product lives up to it's 24/7 name as well.

What are your ideas for Christmas gifts for loved ones (or for yourself)? Do you like trying new products? Leave some recommendations for me in the comments below! I'd love to hear from you! Until next time...