Favorite Skincare of 2015

Up next in my favorites of 2015 series is skincare. Last year was the year in which Korean skincare took the States by storm, and I was pretty quick to hop aboard that bandwagon. I spent most of 2015 trying to build a solid 10 step Korean skincare routine so you'll notice a good mix of Korean products and more familiar ones.

3 Tips to Keep Colored Hair Healthy

When I was a child my mother always had my hair cut short. As I got older and was able to make my own decisions regarding hair cuts, I finally got the chance to have the long hair I desired. But longer hair also meant more hair to take care of, and soon enough I was dyeing it as well. Long, color processed hair can be very high maintenance but I have 3 tips for keeping your hair healthy no matter what you put it through.

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The first full week of the new year was pretty hectic for me since I was playing catch up at work and scrambling to finish up some chores left undone during the holiday break. But the craziness didn't stop me from spending hours trolling the internet for the latest and greatest articles, so read up!
BEAUTY 1. 8 Legit Beauty Brands to Shop on Your Next Trip to Target by Brit+Co. 2. Brace Yourself: Kylie Jenner's Releasing a Full Makeup Line This Year by StyleCaster 3. The Beauty Purge You Need for a Fresh Face This Year by Michelle Phan 4. How to Know What Face Mask is Right for You by Mimi Chatter 5. How Well Do You Know Your Serums, Ampoules and Boosters? by The KLOG 6. Depotting is a Makeup Hack That'll Save You Lots of Money by Huffpost Style 7. How to Find Beauty Blogger-Beloved Brands Before They Hit the Mainstream by Fashionista
FASHION 1. The Official 'Fashionista' Guide to Reorganizing Your Closet by Fashionista 2. The Ultimate Guide to Workout Clothes by Racked 3. The Best Shopping Sites to Help You Clean Out + Consign Your Closet by Harper's Bazaar 4. 36 Online Sales to Mindlessly Browse for Hours this Weekend by Fashionista
LIFESTYLE 1. 8 #Girlboss Networks to Join and Tackle Your Career in 2016 by Brit+Co. 2. 9 Healthy Apps that Have Nothing to Do With Working Out by Brit+Co. 3. 8 Ways Getting Organized Will Help You Save Money by The Penny Hoarder 4. The Best Credit Cards for Travel Rewards by My Domaine 5. What are the Cheapest Ways to Go on the Most Expensive Vacations? by StyleCaster 6. The Complete Guide to Photography Equipment for Bloggers by Pink Pot
xoxo, Elle
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Favorite YouTubers of 2015

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At the risk of sounding incredibly cliché, I have no idea where 2015 went. One moment I was starting my new job and the next I was popping champagne bottles while ushering in the new year. And in typical new year fashion, I've decided to recap my favorites of 2015. So without further ado, here are my favorite YouTubers of 2015:

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Happy 2016! I can't believe it's 2016 already, and I sure as hell don't want to believe that I have to return to the office tomorrow. I practically wasted away my week off bumming around at home but I have no regrets. Anyways, here's some Sunday reading material:
BEAUTY 1. An Old School '80s Nail Trend Gets a Modern Update by Fashionista
2. 5 Good Skincare Habits to Start Now That it's the New Year by Byrdie
3. The Best K-Beauty Trends of 2015 by Glow Recipe
4. These are the Must-Have Beauty Products Editors are Buying in January by Popsugar Beauty

FASHION 1. 30+ Online Sales to Ring in the New Year by Fashionista
2. How to Shop Your Way to Your 2016 New Year's Resolutions by Racked NY
3. See Fashion's Most-Searched for Trends in 2015 by Racked
4. We're Calling It Now -- Nude Sneakers Will be HUGE in 2016 by SheFinds
5. 14 Wedding Trends that Will be Huge in 2016 by SheFinds

LIFESTYLE 1. 26 Bad Workplace Habits to Kick in 2016 by Refinery29 2. 6 Things You Can Do to Boost Your Immune System Right Now by Byrdie 3. 50 Stunning Hotels You Can Actually Afford by Refinery29

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Review: Neutrogena Body Oil

I suffered from eczema as a child and occasionally when it gets really cold it'll flare up again, especially on my legs. A few weeks ago my skin got really bad again, to the point where it was dry, flaky and painful. My regular body lotion wasn't cutting it so I doubled up with this Neutrogena Body Oil and within a few days it was all gone.

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I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas! New Years is less than a week away but in the meantime here's a few interesting reads to pass the time:
BEAUTY 1. 7 Winter Makeup Swaps You Need to Make Right Now by Refinery29 2. The 15 Most Legendary Beauty Looks of 2015 by Byrdie 3. What's in Store for K-Beauty in 2016? by The Klog 4. Once And For All, Is There Really a Difference Between Generic and Name-Brand Beauty Products? by SheFinds 5. 4 Glow Tips to Getting the Most Out of Your Sheet Mask by Glow Recipe
FASHION 1. This Fashion Editor Let Her Husband Dress Her For a Whole Week by Popsugar 2. The 25 Best Fashion and Beauty Stories We Read in 2015 by Fashionista
LIFESTYLE 1. 16 Things You Need to Know About the World in 2016 by Refinery29 2. The 26 Apps R29ers Can't Live Without by Refinery29 3. How to Make a Great Plan for Success in 2016 and Actually Stick To It! by Career Girl Daily

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