Hi guys and dolls! Today I am reviewing one of my favorite makeup products ever. Can you guess what it is? It’s the Kat Von D Shade and Light Contour Palette! I am honestly so excited to be able to share my opinion of this wonderful product with you guys.

You all know I am a simple girl, I limit myself to eyeshadows, foundations, blushes and liquid eyeliners. But, my wonderful husband decided to surprise me on my previous birthday with a makeup product I had never owned, a contour palette. Oh and not only a contour palette, no no no, a VEGAN and cruelty free contour palette. Honestly, he’s amazing!

Now, I am a very adventurous lady when it comes to trying new things, but I had no idea on how to contour my face. So I looked for some Youtube tutorials and decided to give it a shot. Now, one of the first things I noticed about this palette is the fact that the product is very light but yet extremely pigmented. You really require a minimum amount of product to get a really nice result, so that’s good because the palette is gonna last for a good while. Also, the shades have cold and warm undertones, so it’s good for when you need it to match a specific look.

This whole palette is composed of three highlight shades and three contour shades as well, so you can totally mix and match for perfect contour. Now, the thing that scared me the most about doing contour was the fact that I did not want my face to look dirty or droopy, so I tried to make it look as clean as possible. The truth is that the palette is amazing, the shades are super buttery and it is possible to build them up really nicely.

This is definitely a day to day go to palette, even if it's just for the subtle, matt highlighters. If you want expert advice on the palette and how to use it, you can watch Kat Von D's tutorial here. I hope this review is useful for you guys, please let me know if you have used it and if so, what is your favorite thing about it.

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Recently I discovered the brand AA, they are a polish makeup and skincare company who is Cruelty Free and had additional vegan products. I started using their products a few months ago and I must say I am absolutely in love with them. For my nightly routine I use the AA Vegan face wash, the Micellar Water and an anti-acne night cream. I additionally use another product for tougher makeup removal, but I'll make a review on that later.

Next I use the AA Vegan Cleansing and sebum regulatory
gel with bamboo extract and almond acid. I especially like this facial cleanser because it is really soft and foamy, so it is sure to remove any remains of chemicals and other impurities you may have in your skin. After washing your face, another great thing about it is that is doesn't leave skin dry and tight, it just leaves a really nice feeling of freshness and lightness.

Hi guys and dolls! Today we will talk about something quite interesting, green smoothies. These smoothies are very popular for the fact that they are full of vitamins, minerals, phyto-nutrients, and they are very quick and easy to make. They usually contain vegetables, fruits and a liquid base. The most obvious benefit of shakes is that they help us consume more fruits and vegetables on a daily basis, but they have many more!

For example, if you are a person who does not have much time to prepare breakfast every morning, you can leave your green smoothie ready the night before and blend it all together it in the morning. It's as easy to make as it is to drink! But that's not everything, they are also portable! You can blend it, put it in a thermos or mason jar and take it on the way to work or school.

Now, if you have never tasted or made a green smoothie, we have the perfect formula so you can do it in the comfort of your home!

First of all, you have to choose a liquid base, it can be mineral water, coconut water, soy milk, if you want to give it a particular flavor, you can even add orange juice! Then, choose a vegetable. The most recommended are leafy greens, for example spinach, lettuce, or kale (among others). Finally, the fruit that you like the most. I personally love to add strawberries, because the flavor is strong and it hides the taste of vegetables a bit.


The formula is the following:

• 2 cups of liquid
• 2 cups of vegetables
• 3 cups of fruit
• Juice of half a lemon

It is very important to wash fruits and vegetables very well, as they can have residues of chemicals, herbicides and pesticides, which are very harmful to our body. To facilitate liquefying, it is good to chop the vegetables a little and put them first in the blender, so that the vegetables are below and the fruits are up, which will guarantee that the vegetables are liquefied well.

And Voila! You have your green smoothie. See how easy it is? There is no excuse for not having a healthy breakfast. Whenever you want, you can modify the recipe, you can put a cup of a fruit, and a cup of another fruit, or put two cups of kale and one of spinach. The magic is in getting the one you like the most!

This recipe makes two servings so it's perfect to share with friends or to save up for a mid-morning snack.

Hi guys! Long time no see! It's definitely been a while since I last posted. This year I read 8 amazing books. Even thought I usually don't find much time to read, I am happy about all of the books I got the chance to enjoy. This year I got the chance to read awesome classics like Frankenstein and The Metamorphosis, as well as more recent books like the first two installments of the Magnus Chase series by Rick Riordan. I also have to give my husband a shout out given that he gave me the last four books in my book list as presents, so, thanks babe!

I always like to keep my book lists mixed with classic novels and modern books, all with very different topics. So, without further ado, here's 2017's book list:

Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard - The Sword of Summer by Rick Riordan: Being a die-hard fan of Rick Riordan books, this year I had the joy of reading this one. It tells the story of a boy named Magnus whose journey starts with his death. It is an amazing adventure featuring heavy norse mythology. It absolutely delivers a great experience!

Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard -  The Hammer of Thor by Rick Riordan: This book is a continuation of the aforementioned, and it features a wild trip with new gods and mythological creatures. Also, it develops the characters much more and we can learn about what makes them tic. No doubt a 10/10.

Murder On The Orient Express by Agatha Christie: This book is full of suspense, excitement, and mystery. It is an absolute thrill from beginning to end. Hercule Poirot is a detective mastermind that can basically defy the likes of Sherlock Holmes. I've read various Agatha Christie novels but this one is one of my favorites.

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho: This book is definitely a must read. It is the journey of a Spanish boy who continuously risks everything to find his purpose in life. He risks everything, even the love of his life, to fulfill his destiny. It is an inspiring and overwhelming tale. I recommend it for people who are a bit unmotivated and feel like they don't have a path. This book shows that we all have a path and a purpose, but we have to risk things to find it.

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley: I looooved this book! I think what I liked the most about it was how some of the narration was made with letters from some of the characters. One of the things that surprised me the most was the fact that the book is so much different than what we usually see in movies and other media. The classic pretty much focuses on Victor Frankenstein instead of his creation. The monster makes small yet very important appearances where he explains his evil motives. It is really a different take on the story than the one we all seem to know.

Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert L. Stevenson: The tale of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a story about how our darkest habits and desires can turn even the most respectable of us into hideous monsters. It is a book that makes us think about how fine the line between good and bad really is.

The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka: This is the only book in this list that literally made me feel chills up my spine. It is frightening in a very subtle way. I do think it is a good read but it really needs a bit of strength to get through. It is rough, especially when you stop and think about how the protagonist's family reacts to his transformation when in the beginning he was the one who helped them get through hard times.

Ongoing:

The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien: I acquired this book in Caracas, in English for a very good price. I started reading it but my husband gave me a new book as a present and I moved on to another one. This one is probably gonna be on my 2018 book list.

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë: This book was a gift by my husband on Christmas day. No one likes angsty romantic novels more than me, so I am very excited to read this book.

So this was my 2017 Book List. Did you guys like it? Have you read any of the books mentioned? If so, please leave a comment. Remember to check out my 2014, 2015 and 2016 Book Lists. Stay awesome!