Month: March 2019

beauty, cosmetics, makeup, minimalism, project pan, skin care

Makeup Minimalism | Winter 2019 Beauty Empties (Cosmetics, Skincare, Hair Care)

by The Newbury Girl26 Comments on Makeup Minimalism | Winter 2019 Beauty Empties (Cosmetics, Skincare, Hair Care)
Makeup Minimalism | Winter 2019 Beauty Empties (Cosmetics, Skincare, Hair Care)

As a beauty blogger and lover, I'm constantly trying out new cosmetic, skincare and hair care products. However, over the past 2-3 years, I've been attempting to reign in my shopping and work through what I own through a comprehensive inventory system, periodic No-Buys, and yearlong Project Pans. The below products are beauty items that I am happy to have finished over the past 3 months. Although the total number of products finished is not greater than the number of new items that entered my collection, I still view this finished products as a small victory. Please keep reading to see what I used up!

advice, how-to, life, Uncategorized, wellness

Facing Failure | Tips for Dealing with Disappointment

by The Newbury Girl23 Comments on Facing Failure | Tips for Dealing with Disappointment
Facing Failure | Tips for Dealing with Disappointment

Failure sucks. How we cope with failure doesn't have to.  Whether you're a blogger, a student, a creative, or another working professional, failure is a part of life that everyone has to deal with at some point. If you're feeling down about your recent failures or you're looking for tips on coping with failure, please keep reading.

beauty, cosmetics, makeup

19 Indie Cosmetics Brands You Should Try in 2019 | Volume #3 (Brands I Want to Try, Too)

by The Newbury Girl28 Comments on 19 Indie Cosmetics Brands You Should Try in 2019 | Volume #3 (Brands I Want to Try, Too)
19 Indie Cosmetics Brands You Should Try in 2019 | Volume #3 (Brands I Want to Try, Too)

At this point, it should go without saying that I'm a beauty fanatic. The only thing I love more than trying a new beauty product is discovering a new beauty brand. With the proliferation of social media and influencer marketing, there are so many cool, indie brands bursting onto the scene. In today's post, we'll be exploring some indie or lesser-known brands currently on my radar.

beauty, blog, cosmetics, makeup

Bad or Rad | ColourPop Double Rainbow Super Shock Shadow Kit Review

by The Newbury Girl43 Comments on Bad or Rad | ColourPop Double Rainbow Super Shock Shadow Kit Review
Bad or Rad | ColourPop Double Rainbow Super Shock Shadow Kit Review

ColourPop is one of the most hyped-up beauty online beauty brands due to the company's high-quality, affordable products. Although ColourPop now boasts a wide range of goodies from skincare and base products to mascara and liners, the brand originally made their mark with the release of the Super Shock Shadows. When the Super Shock Shadows were released, there weren't any eyeshadow formulas quite like this available on the market.

beauty, cosmetics, makeup, social media

Beauty Con NYC 2019 | Tips & Tricks for Surviving Beauty Con

by The Newbury Girl11 Comments on Beauty Con NYC 2019 | Tips & Tricks for Surviving Beauty Con
Beauty Con NYC 2019 | Tips & Tricks for Surviving Beauty Con

Ya girl is at it again - so excited to be attending Beautycon again in 2019! Last year, I had so much fun attending Beautycon LA, so my bestie and I decided to give the NYC festival a try. This is a must-attend event for beauty bloggers and lovers. Please keep reading for a breakdown of [...]

blog, Blog Love, how-to, social media

Blogger Love | Twitter Tips & 40 Retweet Accounts to Help You Grow Your Blog

by The Newbury Girl44 Comments on Blogger Love | Twitter Tips & 40 Retweet Accounts to Help You Grow Your Blog
Blogger Love | Twitter Tips & 40 Retweet Accounts to Help You Grow Your Blog

Although often overlooked by marketers, Twitter is a social platform that lends itself well for media publications, writers, and bloggers. In today's post, I'll be sharing Twitter 101 tips, as well as some amazing accounts that you can use to connect with other bloggers and promote your blog.