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Hearing the name “Bali” often brings images of a tropical paradise to mind. Although Bali is, in fact a tropical paradise, where exactly is it and what is so unique about it?

Bali is one of 17,000 islands (6,000 inhabited) in the archipelago that make up the country of Indonesia. It is 145 km (90 miles) long and 80 km (50 miles) wide. Bali is situated just east of the island of Java and west of Lombok, in the Indian Ocean.

Indonesia is the world’s most populous Muslim nation with 231 million people; interestingly, most of Bali’s 3 million people are Hindu. Although many of the islands that make up Indonesia are beautiful and appealing, Bali is particularly attractive. Much of the island is surrounded by beautiful beaches with clear water. Mount Agung, an active volcano, towers 3,142 meters (10,308 feet) above the terrain in the center of the island. Hindu temples dot the landscape and the fertile island overflows with green rice paddies.

Bali also has a fascinating cultural tradition. Ubud, in the center of the island, is known for arts and crafts, including woodcarving, batik-making, and painting. Balinese dance and Gamelan orchestra performances are common. Small artistic touches are evident throughout much of the island in the form of small offerings presented to Hindu Gods.

So now that you know a bit about Bali lets talk about what I brought along on my dream vacation. Below is a small list of my favorite items I brought along with me on my trip.

my god of choice

1. Clothing – it was on the hot side along with rain so bringing the right clothing is important. I choose to bring some of my favorite Love TanJane  peices.

2. Sun Protection: Making sure your skin is protected from the strong UVB/UVA rays are important. So I choose to bring along a handy little kit made by a local company right here in Laguna beach Smart Girls Who Surf.

3. Hair Care – Of course with all the salt water and sun you want something that is going to clean your hair without taking away all that natural body. So I choose to bring Prive It’s a big world volume kit…

4. Skincare – This is always a must for me, nothing worse than leaving your skincare routine at home because you can’t take it on a airplane right? La Prairie is my go to skincare

5. Cosmetics: I tend to bring things that I can use for more than one thing. Here are a couple must bring items

• Nars – eye shadow in Lola Lola

•  Nars – Eye shadow in Bali

• Nars – Sheer Glow Foundation in -  Deauville

• Urban Decay Eyeliner Pencil in 24/7 bourbon

• Mascara -  Shu Uemura Mascara Basic in Black

• Blush – Shu Uemura Glow on Blush in – mme Matte Baby Pink

• Bronzer – YSL Terre Saharienne Bronzing Powder SPF 12 Color 3 golden sand

• Lipgloss – Hourglass Extreme Sheen Gloss in – Ignite; Imagine

• Bags by

 Stephaine Johnson in the following styles : Nantucket Wine Large Trapezoid, Susan Jewlery Roll in Monte Carlo, Alicia Tote in Calcutta

• Frangrance – Child Oil

• Nail Polish – Deborah Lippman Bad Romance

For more information on the products mentioned please visit each companys website.

In the warmer months it’s always best to switch up your foundation with something light and airless so that it won’t look cakey or melt off your face.   I’ve been getting this question alot what’s the best foundation for the summer months. So I’ve decided to make a post on my best picks for summer foundations for oily skin, normal, combo, and dry. Look below to find one that might work for you.

• Oily Skin/ Combination Skin Best Products To Use - Always prime the face with a mattifier or oil free primer. Choose foundations that help reduce oil such as mineral makeup, oil free foundations and powder foundations. Good recommendations to try

• Primers

Dr. Brandt Pores No More
BE Prime Time
BE Oil Control
Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Light

• Foundations

Bare Minerals BE Foundation
Bare Minerals BE Mineral Veil
Mac Studio Fix Powder
Mac Stuido Fix Fluid
Amazing Cosmetics Pressed Powder Foundation
Make Up For Ever Mat Velvet + Matifying Foundation
Make Up For Ever Duo Mat Powder

• Normal Skin / Combination Skin - Prime the face with a oil free primer , or use one with a tint for a bronzed kissed look. Choose foundation such as tinted moisturizer, or powder foundations.

• Primers

Smashbox Photo Finish Primer ( normal or bronze)
Laura Mercier Foundation Primer Oil Free
Too Faced Primed & Poreless Skin Smoothing Face Primer
Make Up For Ever HD Microperfecting Primer

• Foundations

Mac Face and Body Foundation
Mac Mineralize Skinfinish Normal Powder
Smashbox Sheer Focus Tinted Moisturizer
Stila Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer
Bare Minerals BE Foundation

Dry Skin - Prime the face with products high in SPF stay away from powders.

• Primers

Make Up For Ever HD Microperfecting Primer
Smashbox Photo Finish Primer ( normal or bronze)
Stila Hydrating Primer SPF 15

• Foundations

Stila One Step Makeup Foundation
Stila Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer
DiorSkin AirFlash Spray Foundation
TEMPTU® AIRbrush Makeup
Smashbox High Definition Healthy FX Foundation with SPF 15

For more information ont thse products please visit www.sephora.com

This is what I think of when I think September the leaves changing colors the tree’s the most beautiful ever!!! So with every season change we have to change our skin care, make up, clothing. So here are a couple things I already got in prep for the fall season!

1. Nars Makeup Primer SPF 20 even in winter we need to make sure we wear sun protection on our skin.

I tend to get dry spots on my skin in the fall/winter months and applying this under my foundation helps keep my skin hydrated.

2. Smashbox Halo Perfecting Powder

Smashbox HALO Hydrating Perfecting Powder HALO is the first anti-aging powder with the science of skin care built in. It’s advanced formulation of pure gold, 48 minerals, 11 amino acids and a powerful peptide deliver powerful anti-aging benefits while the patented hydration system continuously revitalizes skin and provides a hydrated look that won’t accentuate lines and wrinkles. The built-in shaver allows for the convenience of a pressed powder combined with the radiant finish of a loose one, and the super-sized brush deposits the perfect amount of powder every time.

What else you need to know:
The powder is made for all skin types and is free of oil, talc, and parabens. Includes a custom Travel Kabuki Brush for flawless application plus a sample of our award-winning Photo Finish Foundation Primer.

Clinical studies show:
- After 10 minutes there is a 33% decrease in the appearance of wrinkles around the eyes.
- After 6 weeks of use, there is a 67% decrease in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles overall.

3. Bebe  Billow Pocket Bomber Jacket ( black )

4. Bebe Metallic Pleated Halter ( imperial plum )

5. Bebe Romona Strap Sandals ( black )

A couple items I picked up for myself for fall let me know some of your favorites!