I'm looking at this picture and really laughing at the variety of prices in my makeup. I really enjoy using affordable and higher end makeup, if it works well that's all the matters to me. This week really flew by and I'm happy that the weekend is here. I really need to get more Christmas shopping done, and start baking as well. I have some time off work during the holidays but I do need to go to work in between the holidays. I'm looking forward to just being home and relaxing. I'm hoping to get more blogging in once it has calmed down. So, let's get into the makeup...

First Row

1. Silicone Facial Cleaner:There's many on the market, but this is the one that I picked up on Amazon. It works so well, and the charge lasts and lasts for months. I use this daily, and will even use it to remove makeup swatches on my arm and you will be so surprised how easily the swatches wash away. The leaner shape of this cleanser makes it so easy to wash your face and get into all the spots you want. I highly recommend this one.

2. Makeup Brush Spot Cleaner: I've been using this Quo Makeup Brush cleaner for daily spot cleaning. As soon as I'm done with the eye brushes that I used, I spray a paper towel and spot clean my brushes. This has been a game changer, because my favorite brushes are always ready to go. Since I don't use that many brushes in the morning, this doesn't add too much time to my routine. This Quo cleaner can be found at Shoppers Drugmart and I absolutely love it.(Purchase*)

This past year has been the hardest I have ever had to live. I lost my mom in March, lost myself in the grief and really didn't know how this year would end. It ended with me learning how strong I really am, I am much stronger than I ever thought I was. In many ways, I see my mom in myself and how she raised me to lead a family. I also realized that this blog was so important to me this year. It allowed me to do something for myself and distract me from the grief. In 2019 I want to continue to create content, and pour my heart into this blog.

It's Friday, and I'm welcoming it. I took Monday off to spend with my son for his birthday and the entire week felt off. So, I'm happy for the weekend and the chance to reset for next week. My inlaws were also visiting this week, and I didn't get as much blogging in as I usually do. On the plus side, I haven't had to cook all week. It's been great. They're leaving Sunday, so next week should go back to normal.

Quo Cosmetics is exclusive to Shoppers Drugmart, or Pharmaprix if you're in Quebec like I am. They're priced alittle higher than drugstore and release multiple products per collection. I do enjoy trying their products but they can be hit or miss. When I saw this Megawatt Highlighter in store I was intrigued, I swatched it and I was amazed! Wow, for 14$ this is a steal. The swatches were absolutely stunning. They remind me of the new Pixi Beauty Glow-y Gossamer Duo highlighters. The texture and pan size look very similar as well. I haven't swatched the Pixi highlighters but they are also on my wishlist.

The Morphe 9 pan palettes were previously Ulta Beauty exclusives and as a Canadian I didn't bother to order and pay for customs. When I saw them on Sephora Canada for 16$, I purchased the three that were available. This Always Golden Palette soon became a favorite with the 9B (review) Bronze Babe palette. These little palettes would be great for beginners and those of us who are in a hurry and don't want to think too much about color selection. You can grab this 9 pan palette, and get a complete look which I do appreciate. It also has enough shades to give you options.