If you are looking for a quick eye look that can be daytime friendly but also intensified for night then look no further than this post! I have found the perfect tools for a quick smokey eye look.


I've been wanting to try out the Laura Mercier Caviar sticks since I found out that Sarah Jessica Parker uses them on the daily for her signature smokey look. After finally picking a color I decided to purchase a couple weeks ago. I chose the matte black shade in Tuxedo.

To create the look below, all I do is smudge the stick along my lash line. Add more for a dramatic rocker look or add a little for a subtle smoke. Below, I applied just a little bit but I think it adds the perfect touch for daytime. I use my smudge brush to blend everything out and then apply mascara to complete the look.

Disclaimer: I am not a dermatologist nor do I pretend to be. The posts in this series are from research I've done online and my own thoughts. If you or your child are experiencing any skin concerns, please seek professional help.

A child's skin is delicate as it is but sometimes between playing outside, school germs, etc. you may find they are coming home with "baby breakouts". Now is the time to start a cleansing routine. My grandma instilled in my brain, "brush and wash". Every morning and night I brush my teeth and wash my face. Washing your face is an important habit to start teaching young. Washing allergens, germs, dirt, and grime away can lead to clearer skin tone, softer texture, and so many other things.

If you are looking for a gentle but effective cleanser for your child this list is comprised of products worth looking into. I have used most of them myself and have found they work wonders.

Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash by Johnson & Johnson - This is, along with all others in this post, a drugstore find and I go back to this every once in a while when my skin requires something simple and straight to the point. It works great for taking off makeup (think Summer face painting and Halloween makeup).