Top Five Beauty Favorites | June 2016 | Allure Beauty Box

Look guys! We've jumped back onto the favorites bandwagon!

I've totally not forgotten you. I've been diligently keeping lists of favorites each month. But I was so busy with work, everytime I went to film it was way late in the month and "too late" for favorites videos.

But alas. I finally carved out some time to film and made it a priority to bring the favorites back. I like filming them. You all seem to enjoy them. It's a win-win.

As it turns out, all of the items I've really been digging lately came from my Allure Beauty Box subscription. I signed up and started receiving this subscription service back in March and have not been disappointed by a box yet. It's $15 a month, but I have to say, that extra $5 (compared to what I was paying for my Ipsy subscription) is totally worth it. I feel like I get much better products and even better sizes.

If you sign up using my link (everyone who joins gets their own referral link) you can save $5 on your fist box. No pressure, just in case you're interested.

OK, let's dive right in to the products I've been loving and using a lot.

Hello Breath Spray | L'Occitane Almond Shower Oil | Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Styling Creme | Bvlgari Goldea Perfume | Foreo Luna Play 

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So those are the products I've been thoroughly enjoying lately. Can't wait to share some more goodies with you in July.

Speaking of which, can you believe we're in the hight of summer? I'm really looking forward to the 4th of July weekend. Can't wait to spend some much needed time floating around in the pool and digging my toes in the sand. Maybe even go catch a good summer movie. I kind of want to see Finding Dory, but I think the hubs isn't as interested. Nevertheless, there are usually some nice summer blockbusters to catch this weekend, so I'm excited.

If you're in the U.S., do you have anything fun planned for this weekend? Anything you're looking forward to doing?

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More Beauty Stocking Stuffer Suggestions

The holiday hustle and bustle isn't quite done yet, but you only have a few days left to polish off that shopping list. Buying beauty gifts can be so daunting, but there are quite a few cute little gifts you can add to someone's stocking. Here are just a few ideas to take the load off whatever's left of your shopping duties. These are sure to elicit a few "Ooohs" and "Ahs" and earn you a place on the awesome gift giver list.

Urban Decay Revolution lipstick ($22 each) / MAKE UP FOR EVER Extravagant Glamour Set  ($38) / L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand & Lips Set ($20) / The Body Shop Shower Moisture Gift Set ($7) / Tarte Limited Edition Lash Set ($19) / Stila Portrait of a Perfect Eye Palette ($16) / Holiday BeautyBlender ($20) / Philosophy Purity Made Simple™ Ornament ($10) / Stila Portrait of a Perfect Cheek Palette ($16) / Atelier Cologne perfume miniature duo ($18) + Nordstrom Atomizer ($5)

Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick: Soft, buttery, long-wearing all packaged neatly in a gunmetal chrome tube. It's hard to go wrong with this lipstick line. The hardest part is choosing a color, mostly because they have so many great ones to choose from. Only you know the person you're shopping for, but some nice neutral work-for-everyone shades include Naked (nude with a little pink) and Fiend (rose). If your giftee is bold check out Anarchy, F-bomb, or Jilted. It will be hard to pick just one (read: not buy them all). You may even need one (or 5) for your stocking. 

L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand & Lips Set: Soft hands and lips will make a great gift this holiday season, especially since so many people are experiencing ridiculously cold weather. I'm partial to the L'Occitane line because it feels so luxurious (and sounds fancy because it's French). My favorite is the rose scented line, but this set comes in a variety of scents, so choose whichever you think is best. 

Tarte lash set:  Everyone wants enviable lashes, right? How fun to reach into your stocking and pull out this little gilded set. All it needs is a little pouch so you can carry them with you anywhere. 

Beauty Blender: Does this gift need any explanation? The Beauty Blender has enjoyed quite a bit of fame for a reason. I doubt any beauty lover (even if they already have one) will turn this away. A flawless makeup finish is always appreciated. 

Purity ornament: Listen up. This will make my holiday gift list every year for as long as Philosophy will put it out on the market. I love this face wash. It cleanses and tones and is gentle on your skin. I didn't believe the hype until I used it myself. My skin was noticeably softer, even before I started pairing it with my Clarisonic. The travel-size version is a great way to introduce your friends to this gem and it lasts a long time. 

Stila cheek and eye palettes: I love that Stila released these little sets this holiday season. You'll get to choose different ones for eyes, and while I love all the colors they offer, I keep gravitating toward that cheek set. Both or either will make a great gift because the quality is outstanding. Bonus: Adorable packaging. 

Make Up For Ever Extravagant Glamour set:  This is a phenomenal deal. Three full sized products at a reasonable price (valued at $63). If you have a bold glamour puss on your list, this will have her jaw on the floor. A full-sized bright red lipstick, smokey lash mascara, and waterproof black liner? Yes. Please. If I had a mic, I'd drop it. 

Atelier Cologne perfume mini duo set: I got this for myself recently. The full-size equivalent of each of these mini's is more than $100. I had to see why. They smell amazing and linger on your skin for a whiiiile. This set comes with the vanilla and blood orange perfumes. Yes, the mini's are tiny, but they have the same amount of product as most roller ball perfumes. Pair this with an atomizer ($5 at Nordstrom) and they'll make perfect purse or travel companions.