August Favorites

Here are just a few things I’ve absolutely been obsessed with the last few weeks! QuanticoI was browsing through Netflix and found this show. I had seen previews for it on Hulu but had forgotten about it until I ran across it again. I thought, oh, this might be a fun show to watch” so I decided to try it out. I was not prepared for how addicting it is. If you’re a fan of cop/FBI thriller shows this one is for you! Brooke Pretty GlossI received this gloss in my July Pretty Club and I was SO surprised how quickly this became my favorite color. It is so versatile and I wear it almost every day. I actually have started keeping it in my car dash since I put it on pretty much anytime I leave the house. If you’re looking for the most perfect peachy pink color this fall, check this one out.Wax & Wool Etc: Fig Tree CandleI found this amazing small company a few weeks ago when they opened their Etsy shop. This is my absolute favorite candle. While this exact scent is only available during the summer she has a whole host of fall scents just in that I can’t wait to try. The candles are made from pure soy wax that burn amazingly clean. If you’re looking for a non-toxic candle option this fall/winter this is a great company to try!Forever 21: Rhinestone Stud EarringsThese were beautiful earrings I found at F21 a few weeks ago when we were in the cities. They work with pretty much every single outfit I’ve tried wearing them with so far and they look gorgeous to boot.  

May Favorites

I looked back and realized I hadn’t posted any favorites in quite a while. I thought I’d show you three of the items I’ve been absolutely loving in the last month or so.Root Sunniest Blushing BronzerThis is a pretty new product for Root, but I’ve fallen instantly in love. I’ve been pretty much exclusively wearing peach based blushes this spring and this Blushing Bronzer is the perfect transition into summer and (hopefully) sunkissed skin. If you have paler skin like me this will be a fantastic color for you this season. Currently I only have a deluxe sample size from my Pretty Club, but as soon as I run out I will be purchasing the full-size. This is one makeup product I don’t want to go without!Forever 21: Leaf EarringsI picked these up when we were in Florida last week and I’ve been wearing them incessantly since then. They are just such a unique design, so they go with just about every outfit I have. The only downside to these earrings is that they are made out of something that hurts my sensitive skin if I wear them for too long. However, I can typically put them on just before I go out without any problem.HamiltonChances are you’ve probably heard of this musical by now, it’s up for 16 Tony nominations this year, it just won the Pulitzer prize for Drama and its pretty much been exploding because of its innovative style on Broadway. This musical is the story of Alexander Hamilton and his influence on the founding of our country. It uses innovative musical stylings of rap, hip-hop and reggae to tell the story. It really is unlike any Musical I’ve listened to before. If you haven’t had a chance to listen to this yet, you a really missing out! I suggest you find a copy of this immediately!

Root Haircare – A Review

Root has been coming out with some fantastic products over the last few months and one of them is their new haircare line. I’ve been testing them out and I’m ready to introduce you to my two favorite products!My absolute favorite product from Root’s haircare line has to be their Hair Mask. It is incredibly moisturizing and will leave your hair silky smooth. I had moved away from using conditioner about a year ago because I couldn’t find one with really clean ingredients. However, this changed the moment Root came out with their Hair Mask. I will never go back to not using conditioner again!This was also the only conditioner I took with me on my recent European adventure. It helped keep my hair soft and conditioned while traveling. The other awesome thing is that you can not only use it as a conditioner in the shower, you can also use it as a leave-in conditioner to help give your hair more moisture during the day. While I prefer my Ko & Humble Argan Oil for this, the Root Hair Mask is perfect for traveling or if you don’t have the oil close at hand.My second favorite product would have to be the Hairspray. This is my holy grail of green beauty hairsprays. I had tried several before Root released theirs and nothing was working for me. The hold was either way too flexible or it made my hair sticky and gross. Root’s spray is perfect though. It gives you a fantastic hold while not being sticky at all. It is also very flexible in the first few minutes so I've found it makes an excellent styling spray too! I’ve really never used such a fantastic hairspray. If you’ve been searching for a non-toxic hairspray or styling spray this is definitely the one for you.While I have tried all four of the products in this line, I don’t really love the shampoo and the conditioner is good, but not as good as their Hair Mask. I highly suggest trying the Hair Mask and the Hairspray. The best part is you can purchase small trial sizes of any of the hair products to see if you like them first.

Root Skincare – A Review pt. 2

Root has come out with so many new skincare items in the last few months that have been completely amazing. I did a review on their skincare products back in July so I thought it was time to review some of their newer products. Here are three of my favorites that they’ve released over the last six months.Pomegranate SerumWhen this Serum came out I had no idea how much I needed it in my life. It is the perfect combination of anti-aging and moisturizing ingredients. I use this every morning under my moisturizer. I think in the summer it will be the perfect consistency for a moisturizer on its own. I gave my Mother a bottle of this and she’s hooked now too!Micellar WaterI had been searching for a natural/green beauty Micellar Water when Root released theirs. I fell in love pretty much instantly. I use this on a daily basis to cleanse and remove my makeup. I use it both in the morning and evening. In the morning I use it as a general cleanser before I use toner, the serum and moisturizer. In the evening I use it to remove my makeup before I wash my face with cleanser. It is definitely a staple in my skincare routine and will be for the foreseeable future.Eye Love You! Eye CreamThis is a fantastic product! It moisturizes the eye area while depuffing and helping with dark under-eye circles. I’ve noticed a huge difference in the darkness of my under-eye circles since I began using this product. If you’re in the market for an eye cream this is definitely one to try. You can even get it in a trial size if you’d like just a little at first.

January Favorites

I realized I hadn’t done a monthly favorites post in the last few months so I thought it was high time I let you know what I’ve been loving lately!Doc MartinOne of my friends in my aqua aerobics class suggested I watch this show. I found it on Netflix and absolutely fell in love! It is about a Doctor in a small town in England. He doesn’t have good people skills and the show deals with that and his aversion to blood. If you’re in the market for a new show this is one you really can’t miss!Antonym Blush: RoseI’ll be doing a fuller review on Antonym in the future, but their Rose blush has quickly become a favorite of mine. It is the most perfect color for my complexion. It goes with just about any look I wear. It goes perfectly with a bold lip and with a nude lip. Keep an eye out for a review complete with phots in the future!Faux-Suede Ankle BootiesThese have been my go-to boots over the last month. Personally I have them in maroon, but I find the black and grey available online super cute. The heel on these is pretty much the perfect height for being able to wear them for a long time without being uncomfortable. I love to match these with my scarf for a really put together look.The 5^th WaveI read this book over my “Christmas Break”. It was a great story, fast moving and very entertaining. Apparently it’s also been made into a movie. If you are looking for another dystopian fiction novel you will likely enjoy this one.Root: Pomegranate SerumI love this serum!!!! I received a travel size in a Pretty Club and from that moment I knew I loved this serum. It is highly moisturizing and even has some anti-aging properties.  I sent a bottle to my Mom and she agrees it is a fantastic product.

Root: Pressed Pigment - A Review

If you’ve been following the blog for a while you’ll be familiar with my favorite green beauty brand Root. I’ve done several reviews on their makeup, their skincare and they are constantly in my monthly favorites. This month I wanted to give you a short review on one of their newest product releases, their pressed eye pigments!I am absolutely in LOVE with these shadows. As you can tell from the photo they are intensely pigmented. They blend so beautifully together you can pretty much create any look you want. The shadows are magnetic so they are easy to add to a Z-pallette. I have several other pressed shadows from different companies and none match up to the wear, pigment and lack of fallout that Root pressed pigments offer.Root is constantly releasing new colors. Currently they have mostly neutral colors with a few crazy colors (pine green, light pink, gold and silver) thrown in. However, this combination they have released so far makes it really easy to create versatile shadow looks. I personally LOVE to combine Cocoa in my crease, Pine on the outer corner and Cleo on my inner lid. This is pretty much my favorite shadow combo right now. Check out my Instagram if you’d like to see a photo this look in action.If you shop through this link you’ll receive 10% off your first order! Seriously! Root’s shipping is crazy fast too. Whenever I order I typically receive my order the next day since I live so close. These pressed pigments would make the most amazing Christmas present for that person on your list who loves makeup. It also helps that there aren’t any nasty chemicals in their products so you can feel good about gifting it!

October Favorites

Here are a few things I’ve been absolutely loving in the month of October!ZoombinisThe last month I’ve been OBSESSED with this game! This was one of the first computer games I actually remember playing and I loved it then, and I love it just as much now. The game consists of a bunch of logic puzzles that you have to solve in order to safely get the Zoombinis to Zoombini Isle. It is available on the google and apple app stores.BlindspotAlex and I have absolutely been loving Blindspot this fall. Whenever we see a new episode it is alwasys the first thing we watch, no matter how behind we are on other shows. We’ve been watching it on Hulu, but there are some episodes available on NBC’s website.Root Micellar WaterThis has been a miracle product for me. I received a sample portion of this product in last month’s Pretty Club and have been using it almost daily since. I am in love! The full size is now available on their website. You will absolutely love this product from the moment you try it!!!Au Naturale – African Affair LipstickWhile I’m not a huge fan of the formulation of this lipstick, the color is incredible! It is a deep plum color that looks amazing for fall. It has been my go to lipstick for the last several weeks. You can read my review on Au Naturale here.

Top 5 Green Beauty Autumn Lip Colors

Now that the weather has gotten cooler around here I’ve been pulling out lots of my deep colored lipsticks. Here are my top five I would suggest you try! (Each of these lip colors are all natural, vegan, gluten free, cruelty-free and contain no carmine!)Root Jenny LipstickThis is by far my favorite fall lipstick color. It is a gorgeous cranberry wine color that absolutely compliments any looks you’d be wearing for fall. I highly recommend this color since it is so versatile. When applying it you can apply it light and have just a great light wash of color. When you swipe it several times you get a great deep cranberry color. If you purchase just one lipstick especially for fall this year, this should be it.Au Naturale African Affair LipstickI know I said in my review of Au Naturale that I wasn’t going to purchase any additional lipsticks but I broke down and purchased this one because I couldn’t resist the color. It is a great deep plum color that really makes your lips pop. Surprisingly the formulation on this particular one is softer making it one of my absolute favorite fall colors. When I emailed the company about the difference in formulation they told me it was due to less colorant in this particular batch of lipsticks. Because of this I can’t assure you of a soft lipstick, but this color is one not to miss!Root Taylor LipstickTaylor is one of Root’s newest lip colors and it is beautiful! It is a great mauve color that will look great on any skin tone. The formulation on this lipstick is incredible. It just glides on and looks absolutely incredible.Root Merlot Pretty BalmI absolutely love Root’s Pretty Balms. They are very moisturizing and add the perfect amount of lip tint. Merlot is by far the best color for fall and winter. It is a lovely deep berry color. It pairs incredibly with their Merlot eyeshadow and blush for a complete fall look.Au Naturale Burgundy Lip CrayonThis color is perfect for fall. As the name would suggest it is a deep burgundy color. It look great with just about any makeup look. However, due to the dry formulation you will need something over top of this lip color. I love using Au Naturale’s Deep Coral Lipgloss or Passion Fruit Lipgloss to complete my lips.

Things I’m Loving: September

Root Ginger Eye ShadowI’m fairly certain this is my favorite eyeshadow from Root. It is one of the most beautiful peachy pink/bronzy colors. It really compliments my eyes too! Funny story, I actually created the base for this color… A couple of months ago mixed a couple of different eyeshadow colors together because I was dying for a bronzy pink. I took it into Root and showed it to them. They loved the idea and the color became Ginger! Just another way Root is the best makeup company ever, they actually listen to their customers when we want something specific! You don’t believe me? Here’s a photo of ginger (on the left) and the color I created (on the right).Here are the colors swatched on my arm:Like I said, so beautful! This is a very versatile color. I’ve been putting this color on my eyelid and putting either Tan Rose or Janessa in the crease. It makes for some absolutely stunning eye looks. The color is very shimmery and pairs best with other shimmery eyeshadows. I find the matte shadows don’t really let this color pop.Root Jess LipstickThis is the perfect lipstick color for fall! It is a deep plum color that looks great with fall clothes. I love to layer Root’s Campbell Pretty Balm over top of it to get a great rosy plum color. This is definitely a color to add to your lipstick collection.Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip CookiesThese cookies lasted three days in my house. People, there were over two dozen to start with! Yes, we had guests, but they didn’t eat a ton of them. Alex and I ate most of them because they are SOOOOO amazing! You have to try these cookies. If you don’t eat gluten free here’s the link to the regular version of these. But seriously, try these cookies… you won’t regret it!!!Citron and Cedarwood CandleI LOVE this candle! I found it at the end of last summer and only purchased one. They then discontinued it and I searched high and low for another. They have finally come out with it again! When I found these at the store I actually purchased three of them so I can burn the scent for longer. The way I describe the scent is “freshly washed man”. I know it sounds odd, but the scent is very musky and it really smells like a man who has just put on aftershave.

Life Hack: End of Summer Foundation Tip

I don’t know about you, but I got a little bit of sun this summer. Not a lot, but enough that my Pearl Powder Foundation from Root is just slightly too light for me.  I was color-matched in store during the middle of winter so my foundation color works for most of the year. But I noticed when I put it on a couple of weeks ago the color just washed me out rather than giving me a good foundation color. Here’s a photo:I really didn’t want to purchase a different shade foundation since I wouldn’t use it much during other times during the year. So I set out to figure out how to correct the color with things already in my makeup kit. I tried a couple different things before I found a fix that really works!Root’s Bronzing Powder did an excellent job with all over color and fixing my foundation problem. I prefer to use the light bronzer since I find the color is way more buildable than the original or sunkissed. However, if you’re a lot darker than your winter color you may want to try one of those. Here is a photo after applying Light Bronzer all over my face and blending into my neck:As you can see by applying the bronzing powder all over I’ve evened out my tan skin tone and I no longer look like a ghost. My face matches my neck and shoulders. This is an easy inexpensive way to fix your summer foundation problem. And best of all, you can use the bronzing powder during the winter to give your skin a healthy glow! Are there any special ways you do summer or end of summer makeup? Let me know below! Also let me know if you liked this makeup tip post and if you’d like me to do more.Here is the final makeup look:Root Creamy Concealer: Light – Under Eye AreaRoot Pearl Powder: 6 – FoundationRoot Light Bronze – FoundationRoot Setting Silk – All OverAu Naturale Cream Bronzer – ContourAu Naturale Cream Highlighter – Cheekbones, T-zone, Cupid’s Bow, Under EyebrowsRoot Punch Love – BlushRoot Portland – Eye CreaseRoot So Bronze – EyelidRoot Midnight Mocha – Outside Eye CornerRoot Shell – Inner Eye CornerRoot Pretty All Day Gel LinerRoot Mascara: BrownAu Naturale Sangria – LipsAster & Bay Hibiscus and Beet Root Lip Stain – Lip GlossRoot Setting Spray

Things I'm Loving - August

I figured since it was the last day of August I was due for a favorites post. Here are a few things I've been absolutely loving over the last month. Let me know if you have anything I should check out!

Au Naturale - Poppy Lip Gloss

I am in love with this lip gloss. I'll be posting a more thorough review on several Au Naturale products later this week, but this product was too amazing not to include in my monthly favorites!This lip gloss in incredible. It is not only the perfect pinky-orange color for summer, it is made of completely natural ingredients. According to the Au Naturale website "Au Naturale lip glosses are gluten-free, vegan, natural, and are free of preservatives, parabens, fragrances, additives, bismuth oxychloride, nano-particles, and sulfates." Unfortunately these glosses are not organic so that may not work for everyone, but this is the first actual natural lip gloss I have found.The color in this gloss is incredible. It is long lasting and is super shiny. I have not found it to be drying on my lips at all. This gloss also looks fantastic over lipstick. I've tried it over several and loved it each time. The gloss gives you that uber glossy/slightly tacky feel you had when you were a youth. It is certainly one thing I've been missing with my switch to natural makeup. Beware though...your hair will stick to your lips if you wear this (just like when you were 16)!Root - Eye Love You! Eye Cream

This is by far the best eye cream I've tried in a long time. Like all Root products it is all natural, gluten free and 86% Organic! I have noticed a huge difference in my under eye puffiness since beginning to use this product. It has also helped with my extreme under eye circles. This is definitely one product I will keep stocked in my skincare drawer for a long time to come!

Root - Punch Love Blush

Root has done it again! This blush is the perfect color for the end of summer. It is a light pinky-peachy-tan color that looks amazing when you have a tan. I haven't tried it without one, but I assume it will still look wonderful. It is of course all natural and free of nasty chemicals so you can wear it on your eyes, cheeks or lips. This is a great blush to add to your end of summer collection!

Gluten Free Zucchini Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Cake

I probably shouldn't toot my own horn, but this is my favorite recipe I've made in the last month. If you're eating gluten free you should definitely try this cake. It is chock full of zucchini and chocolate. I really don't think there's a better combo! This is a recipe from my Mom that I've adapted to be GF. I think I may even like it better than the original. This recipe is well worth a (second, third or fourth) look!

Rhett Price

This dude is crazy talented! I found his channel on YouTube several weeks ago and I've been playing his songs on repeat ever since. He does violin covers of pop songs. Its a pretty crazy idea, but he totally makes it work. Check him out!

Old Navy Mesh Trim Top

This is currently my favorite shirt. It is the first one I reach for after I do laundry. I picked it up a couple of weeks ago and have been hooked ever since. The shirt is very long, which I love, since it covers all the areas I want covered. The one downside is that you have to wear some sort of cami underneath so it may not work in super warm weather. Another plus, it's on clearance right now!

Canning Jar Lids

I found these lids in the Target dollar spot about a month ago. I actually cleaned out the Target I was shopping at since these are so great. They are super versatile, you can use them for "sippy" cups, hand soap, moisturizer. Pretty much any liquid you'd put in a regular mouth mason jar you can use these for. I went to a different Target last weekend and they still had them in stock, so check your local one and you may be able to score some too!

Root: Skin Care – A Review

A couple of months back I reviewed Root makeup products. If you aren’t familiar with Root you should check out my previous post and their website. They have many fantastic products you will want to try out.I thought I would post a follow up review on several of their skin care items they have been coming out with over the last few months. I hope this helps you on your quest to find natural skin care items that are actually good for your body. I adore each and every one of these products and highly recommend them.R&R Makeup RemoverHaving being using Root products for a while I tried several different makeup removers while using them. One of the best thing about Root products is that they don’t move (especially the mascara and liners). The only problem with this is getting them off. I tried regular makeup removers, coconut oil and olive oil each with varying degrees of success.This product is by far the best thing I’ve tried to get the Root Liners off my eyes. Since it is specially formulated to work with Root products there is no need to scrub your delicate eye skin. This is a bonusFresh Face CleanserEver since I changed my birth control method last year I’ve had lots of trouble with acne and breakouts. This has been quite a stressful thing for me since for the first 25 years of my life I never dealt with any sort of acne. I’ve been trying everything I could to get rid of it but with no luck.That all changed when I found this cleanser though. The formula contains activated charcoal along with many other fantastic essential oils that have cleared my skin right up! I highly suggest trying this cleanser out if that is something you also deal with.Organic Peppermint TonerThis is by far my favorite Root product I’ve tried so far. Before this I’d never tried a toner, but now that I’ve tried it I’m never going back! The purpose of the toner is to tighten your pores while deeply cleansing your skin. This toner by Root is a fantastic product. You can notice a difference after the first use. When used with the Fresh Face Cleanser and the Beauty Sleep Serum you get a complete skin care routine that is wonderful for your skin.Since this product is made by Root it is gluten free, vegan and paraben free! This toner also has the most fantastic, tingly peppermint essential oils in it. It is truly a treat for your skin. If you are only going to purchase one of their skin care products I highly suggest this one. Your skin will thank you!Beauty Sleep Perfecting SerumOriginally I was on the fence about getting this product. I’d heard so many reviews and it seemed like such a miracle product, I was sure it was too good to be true. However I decided to give it a try since you actually get quite a bit of product in the small container.I have to admit, this product is as incredible as it sounds. It is the perfect overnight moisturizer for your face. Even after my first application I saw brighter skin that had a fabulous glow about it. I even converted my Mother when I had her try this product. The serum is chock full of anti-aging and moisturizing oils.The product itself is a dry oil that you put on your skin nightly. You can put it on during the day, but I’ve found if I cover it right away with makeup my face feels very oily. However, when used overnight this product makes the absolute perfect base for my other Root makeup products. I use this as a final step in my skin care routine and my skin has never been clearer!Organic Coconut ScrubThis scrub is amazing. It is a fantastic way to get some exfoliation on your face and lips. And since it is also made of all natural ingredients it is good enough to eat (although that is not recommended)! I typically use this once a week to exfoliate my facial skin. This is often enough for me. My only complaint is that this product doesn’t come in other “flavors”. I’d love a grapefruit or lavender scrub too.Fresh Lavender MoisturizerThis is an incredible moisturizer. I use it almost daily on my cracked hands. I also use it when I wear shorts to cut down on friction between my thighs. The smell for this moisturizer is incredible. It seriously smells like a field of lavender. It is fantastic to use right before bed since lavender is a calming smell.One thing to note on this moisturizer, since it is made with all natural ingredients it will not last forever. It is shelf stable for about 3 months. I don’t have any issues using the small tub within three months, but you might. You can put it in the fridge to get a little more time out of it, but you will simply want to use it often. Once you try it though you’ll have no trouble using it daily.

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Disclaimer: This post has not been sponsored, all opinions are my own.  I have not received compensation in any form for the writing of this post, I simply found products that I really love and wanted to share with you!

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Things I’m Loving – April Edition

Here are a few things I've really been enjoying this month:

Root Makeup:Earlier this week I posted a review of Root Makeup. I am absolutely in love with this makeup company! Read my full review HERE. I reviewed five of my favorite Root products I suggest you purchase. They are, Pearl Powder Foundation, Setting Silk, Sadie Blush, Tan Rose Eyeshadow and 100% Line Eyeliner.Check out Root’s website: www.rootpretty.com  for more awesome products and be sure to use the code “whimsy” at checkout for FREE SHIPPING on any order!

Maybelline Color Sensational Lipsticks:These colors have been awesome this spring. My two favorites are Shocking Coral (870) and Power Peony (720). These are vibrant lip colors that are perfect to wear in Spring and Summer. I purchased mine at Target but they are available anywhere Maybelline lipsticks are sold.

White Barn Lilac Blossom Candle:I’ve had this candle for several months but I’ve been waiting for “Spring” to start burning it. The smell of this candle is heavenly! If you love lilacs, and I do, this candle is for you. It is like having your window open and a flowering lilac shrub right outside.I am currently burning the three wick candle, but you get the same smell with their single wick or even the Wallflowers in this scent. One additional perk of this scent is that you get all the lilac smell without any of the pollen that makes you sneeze!

Handy Hubby: Table Box:I don’t know if you saw this post a couple weeks ago but this is one of my favorite things that Alex has done recently. This is the perfect decoration for putting flowers in on my table. It has the added benefit of serving as a napkin holder too! Check out my post for a step by step if you’d like to make one of your own.In Dreams – Peter Hollens:Every month I seem to be telling you about another Peter Hollens song that I’ve fallen in love with. This month the song I’m suggesting you listen to is In Dreams, it is from the Lord of the Rings trilogy and is absolutely amazing. Go check it out on Loudr or YouTube. 

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This post has not been sponsored, all opinions are my own. I have not received compensation in any form for the writing of this post.

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Root Makeup - A Review

A couple of months ago I heard about a fantastic small Makeup company called Root. They are a small Iowa based company that specializes in natural, vegan, gluten free Mineral makeup. Root products are created especially for sensitive skin and are made in the USA. According to their website:

“We use only the best natural ingredients & none of the commonly used fillers by other mineral makeup companies. Bismuth Oxychloride is one of the most common fillers used by our competitors. If you've ever had a bad reaction to a mineral makeup it most likely contained Bismuth Oxychloride. By removing this harsh filler we leave you with JUST the minerals you want on your face in the first place.”

My personal makeup journey has been one fraught with pain…literally! Due to my hyper sensitive skin I stopped wearing makeup several years ago. I was having adverse reactions to the stuff I was wearing and could not find anything my skin liked. I tried everything from Almay to Bare Minerals and nothing worked, I was still having itchy reactions no matter what I used. My routine pretty much got down to putting on lipstick/balm, mascara, concealer and maybe eye shadow. I even tried making my own makeup in an attempt to have things to wear, I’ve posted some of these recipes here on the blog. This grew old after a while though, since I didn’t really love smelling like cinnamon, beet powder and ginger. The combination tended to give me headaches.However, this has changed since I found Root. My skin is so very happy with all the Root products I have tried so far. I will never go back to any other product again! I love all the different colors and the vibrancy in all their products. I find that Root products last WAY longer on my face than anything else I have ever tried (I have a tendency to rub my eyes throughout the day and it causes my makeup to rub off).

One unique offering that Root has is all of their powder products can be worn as either a powder or as a liquid. You simply tap your powder foundation into its lid and wet it with a drop or two of water. This gives you fantastic coverage no matter what type of foundation you prefer.Today I am reviewing five of my favorite Root products. While I have tried many more I feel these products are the best places to start if you are looking for a new mineral makeup. I will of course keep you readers apprised of any products I try in the future that I end up loving.Root has generously offered a FREE SHIPPING coupon code to the readers of Housewife’s Whimsy. Simply visit their website: www.rootpretty.com and use the code “whimsy” at checkout for free shipping on any order. This is the perfect time to try Root if you’ve been waiting. You will seriously never find a better, all natural, makeup than this.What about you? Have you tried Root makeup and loved it? What are your favorite products? Is there something you really wish they offered? Leave a comment below and let me know!

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Pearl Powder Foundation:Root’s Pearl Powder is the product that started it all. This powder is seriously the best foundation I have ever used. I prefer to use it dry but the wet coverage is also amazing. They have several different color options so if you haven’t used this before you will want to order samples to find your perfect color match. I had the privilege of stopping by their store in Waverly, Iowa and being color-matched by one of their employees.My Pearl Powder is a 6. The color blends seamlessly with my skintone. I am highly impressed by the extent of their color options available. On their website they have instructions on how to pick your perfect color. This foundation provides a perfect base for the rest of my Root products. I use a Kabuki brush to put it on dry but Root also sells a Pretty Blender if you prefer that method.One thing to note is that while Root does not list an SPF on their packaging they state on their blog that their product does contain an SPF:

“We get asked all the time whether our makeup contains SPF.  The answer is yes!  Our Pearl Powder Foundation, Bronzes & Setting Silk contain titanium dioxide or aloe powder which are natural sunscreens, however we do not label our makeup with a SPF.Why?  It wasn't an easy decision to leave out a specified SPF but after researching we found studies that showed NO makeup can truly guarantee the SPF they put on their label.  This is because makeup is unique in that everyone uses a different amount & applies it differently.  That being said we don't use an added sunscreen for normal daily wear but always recommend wearing a sunscreen under your makeup if you plan to be in the sun for an extended period of time.  Follow the directions on your sunscreen & apply it first, then apply our makeup over top for even more sun protection.”

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Setting Silk:Root’s Setting Silk was one product that I was on the fence about originally. At first I used my Pearl Powder on its own, and while it worked well and I had no complaints I decided to try the Setting Silk since they recommend it. This product is a translucent powder that goes on over your foundation and under your blush/bronzer.I was astonished at the difference I saw using the Setting Silk over my foundation. Not only did I get a more uniform coverage, I actually felt a difference in the “dryness” of my face throughout the day. I was very surprised when I wore the Setting Silk on a warm day and my face stayed way drier than normal and I still had foundation on at the end of the day.I highly recommend you purchase this product, although it is not necessary, you will feel a huge difference the days you wear it.

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Sadie Blush:In my opinion the Sadie blush is one of Root’s best colors yet. Most of their previous blushes have been pretty HOT pink. And while those colors are also amazing, the Sadie blush is the best blush color I have ever used. It is a peachy pink color and goes on pretty lightly but with plenty of color coverage. It is fantastic for when you are going for a natural face.

This is one of Root’s Spring 2015 colors and it is a must have for your makeup collection. I certainly hope this product stays around past Spring!

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Tan Rose Eyeshadow:Tan Rose is the best eyeshadow color I have every found. It is the perfect combination of beige and pink and is pretty much my dream color. It is one of the first Root products I tried and it totally hooked me. Root eyeshadow has amazing coverage and is quite long lasting. Like most of their products you can apply this product either wet or dry.

I love to pair the Tan Rose eyeshadow with Root’s Merlot eyeshadow. This gives you a great neutral dramatic daytime eye. If you only purchase one shadow from Root Tan Rose should be it!

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100% Line Liquid Eyeliner:This eyeliner is amazing. Once you put it on (and it dries) it Does. Not. Move. I have a nasty habit of rubbing my eyes throughout the day and every previous liner I’ve used has flaked and rubbed off throughout the day.Root’s liner is completely different, it is practically impossible to remove. However when I go to remove this at night with Coconut Oil it comes right off! The only downside to this eyeliner in my opinion, is that it only comes in black right now! I personally prefer to wear brown liner, but I’ve definitely been wearing black since I found this product. The applicator on this product is a felt tip on a long applicator. It is very useful and easy to use.

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This post has not been sponsored, all opinions are my own. I purchased all of the products I reviewed today. I have not received compensation in any form for the writing of this post, I simply found a product that I really love and wanted to share with you!

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