Shannon Reed 40+ Beauty

If you’re trying to be a diy girlie but your press-on nails keep popping off after a few days, your prep might be the problem.

These are the exact steps I use to get mine to last 3+ weeks—and usually I have to use remover to get them off. 😂 Save this for your next set. Everything is 🔗’d on my storefront 💕

Operation: Get Your S**t Together — Episode 6 😂
This week went to s**t. Tomorrow is Monday. You know what that means. 😂
We’re not starting over…we’re just trying again.

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Apparently there are enough new faces around here that it was probably time I actually introduced myself 😂

A little beauty, a little real life, a lot of trying to get my s**t together…and apparently buying more makeup than any one person could ever need.

But seriously, I’m so glad you’re here. I’ve genuinely loved getting to know so many women through this little corner of the internet.

So now it’s your turn — tell me something about YOU. Where are you from? How old are you? What are we into? I want to know who I’m hanging out with over here!

Same curling iron, completely different results depending on how you use it. Which one are you picking? If you want me to break down any of these techniques step-by-step, tell me which one and I’ll make it next!

You asked, so here it is! My super simple DIY lash cluster routine!

I’ve been doing my own lash clusters forever and I swear they look way more intimidating than they actually are. Once you figure out where to place them, it’s SO easy.

This is exactly how I do mine from start to finish. And if I missed anything or you have questions, ask me in the comments because I’m sure there’s something I forgot haha

I’ve been a hairstylist and makeup artist for over 20 years, so when I tell you I’ve tried a LOT of makeup over the years…I mean a lot.

And contour is one of those products I’m incredibly picky about. Too warm and we’re bronzing. Too cool and suddenly my face looks dirty.

This is the one I’ve used literally every time I’ve done my makeup for well over a year, finished completely, and immediately repurchased. That’s pretty much the definition of a Holy Grail around here!

It’s the Anastasia Beverly Hills Smooth Blur Contour Stick in “Shadow”

Blush is next. And narrowing that category feels literally impossible! 😩😂

Turns out I don’t need to get ALL of my s**t together at once!

12 weeks until I’m 45 🫣 and I’m working on consistency over perfection. Not your usual balls-to-the-wall-then-quit version.

Operation: Get Your S**t Together continues. Who’s coming with me?!

I’m finally back on my Ninja Creami prep after TWO WEEKS without them because my husband surprised me with the new Ninja Swirl…and then I realized I needed to order more containers 🤦🏻‍♀️

First world problems, but I have seriously missed having these in my freezer.

Also, for those who have been waiting…cotton candy is in the mix! I haven’t spun it yet, but I’ll report back as soon as I do!

I make one of these whenever I want something sweet, and getting some extra protein in while I’m at it is just a bonus.

I’m showing you exactly how I make each flavor, so save this one for your next Creami prep!

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I try a LOT of makeup! High end, drugstore, and everything in between…but there are a handful of products I just keep coming back to and this is one of them!

I’ve repurchased it multiple times, I wear it constantly, and despite all the new foundations I’ve tried or I’m tempted to try…this is still the one to beat.

Holy Grails 40+ Foundation: e.l.f. Cosmetics Halo Glow Skin Tint

Next up, contour!