A Girl in LA (Page 3)

Every time I walk through the Target beauty aisle, or scroll through their beauty department online, it seems like they’ve added a new brand to their lineup. Currently, they carry over 1,000 which range from skincare and makeup to nail and hair care. I love affordable beauty, and Target is often my go-to source for all things self-care. After testing out a ton of brands and what they have to offer, I’ve narrowed down my top 20 along with my top three products from each. Some of what I list below, I was already a fan of long before they were sold at Target, andRead More →

No matter your age, saving money, keeping track of your finances and preparing for your future are incredibly important. Being financially smart can be a difficult task since most of us weren’t taught this in school, and the knowledge usually comes from research and/or experience. Based on my journey into planning for my future, I’m going to share with you some of my favorite money saving tips. From planning for retirement, to keeping credit card debt low, and investing in stocks, this is some of the advice that I’ve been given, which has helped me become financially independent. Create savings goals and break them intoRead More →

I’m often sent various beauty products to test out. From serums, to creams, to masks, I’m always looking to discover new things. To be completely honest though, because I’m so picky about what I put on my skin, I’ll usually end up using it once or twice and then giving it away. The items which I’ve highlighted below are the beauty products I can’t live without and buy on repeat. I’ve been using most of these for years, so I know they work. Cleanser Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cleanser. ($22) A facial cleanser needs to achieve three things in order for me to continue rebuying it.Read More →

While I’ve recently jumped back into working out full time and rejoined a gym (after taking almost a year off), there were a few things I needed in terms of athletic apparel. The week before I planned to return, I went through my drawer where I keep all my gym clothes. As I sorted through my leggings, shorts, and tops, I realized most of it was over a year old and looked like it had been through a lot. I turned to one of my go-to brands and stocked up on a few essentials, which I’ve highlighted below. There’s just something about getting new workoutRead More →

Last week I was reading an old blog post I wrote back in 2018. It was a list of fitness tips that I had discovered over the years. In it, I detailed the various things I did that led me to make healthy lifestyle choices and kick ass in the gym. Fast forward three years and things have changed dramatically. Before last week, I hadn’t stepped inside a gym in almost a year. As soon as the gyms (and everything else) shut down in Los Angeles, I purchased a treadmill, dumbbells, and resistance bands and did my best to have a decent workout inside myRead More →

The other day @unicornsuperfoods reposted a delicious looking recipe for no bake protein brownie bars. Ever since I saw it, I have been dying to try them. Aside from the Unicorn Superfood protein powder (that I already had) the recipe required only five ingredients. Yesterday, I made them and couldn’t believe what little time it took (under 15 minutes). Instead of following the exact recipe, I used chocolate fudge protein powder rather than vanilla cake. If you’re in need of an energy boost, these plant-based brownie bars are a decadent afternoon pick me up or an ideal pre-workout snack! You will need: 1 cup darkRead More →

Fashion is my genuine passion and primary source of creativity. Looking through runway archives is like wandering around an art museum. One of my favorite pastimes is viewing street style from around the world on social media, to use as inspiration for my personal style. For as long as I can remember, my dream career was to work in the creative field of styling. While I was in college, I worked as a celebrity wardrobe stylist, which I talk about here. A lot has changed this past year, which has led me to rethink what I want to do. Lately, I’ve been learning more towardsRead More →

Every winter like clockwork, my hands become dry and cracked. This is something I’ve dealt with year after year (even when I lived in Los Angeles and it was significantly warmer than the East Coast). It starts around October and lasts until April or when the weather begins to warm up. If I slack off on applying lotion, I’ll get painful cuts all over my hands (especially on my knuckles). I’ve come to accept that it’s a side effect of winter caused by a lack of humidity in the air and over-washing my hands. Over the years I can’t begin to count the various lotions,Read More →

Whether you have been in a relationship for years, dating a short while, celebrating Galentine’s Day with your best friends, or you’re single—February 14th means something different to everyone. Finding the ideal gift can be hard, but we’ve taken the guesswork out of it. Our Valentine’s Day gift guide has a ton of exquisite ideas in a variety of price points. Whatever the day means to you it should be celebrated, even if you’re acknowledging just how great YOU are. Here are 30 gift-giving suggestions on what to get your significant other, best friend or yourself. 1. Set of two candy cubes | One forRead More →

We’ve saved our best gift guide for last! Our list of makeup and skincare kits showcases 45 of the most coveted products out right now. We were sure to feature products in a range of price points, starting with budget friendly ($40 and under) and working up to luxury ($86 and up). Here’s your one stop shop for everything beauty related. 1. Playdate Discovery Perfume Set | Pinrose | $25 $15 2. Multivitamins Set | Sunday Riley | $28 3. Merry Masking 3-Piece Set | Kiehl’s | $40 4. Mini Must-Haves Rose Edition | Mario Badescu | $22 5. Limited Edition Balm Dotcom Roulette |Read More →