<![CDATA[gabsevi - Beauty]]>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:43:06 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[Uping your hair game]]>Fri, 21 Dec 2018 22:13:48 GMThttp://www.gabsevi.com/beauty/uping-your-hair-gameI’m starting to pay more attention to hair accessories and so is everyone else after Fashion Month. Festive barretts, pins, and scarfs are so in right now. I don’t know about you but when I was younger, the more sparkly shit in my hair, the cooler I felt! I wouldn’t leave the house without some type of glizty clip or colorful scrunchie.  As an adult, I’m still here for it all! There’s so many different choices of hair candy for all hair types. Not to mention, they’re the best for dirty hair days! Here are a few styles that I've been loving lately.
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BANDANAS

This year I’ve dived into the full head scarf look and I can’t stop doing it now. Nothing makes me feel more partisan and chic than wearing a head scarf and throwing on gold thick hoops- like can I be buried in that pls and thank you. Another cute way is wrapping it around your pony tail or bun. Just another way to hid dirty hair ;)
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MULTIPLE PINS

I love love love the overuse of pins look. It’s so fun and coming from a frizzhead, so easy and stress free. You can pick up a basic pack of bobby pins at any drugstore or even grocery stores for under $5. I usually do about 3 for a regular day and pack on more for a more dramatic look.
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Glitz & sparkle

This is probably the most fun way to play with your hair. There's so many options from rhinestones to sayings to types of material, a personal fav being resin. I just got myself two gold pins from free people and already wanting another pair! It takes your dull pony tail or hair down to the next step without so much extra effort. 
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As you can see, I love a good hair bandana! I just love how many different types you switch it up and it goes with everything. What are your favorite ways to play with your hair? 

xx
Gabs 
]]><![CDATA[5 favorite curly hair products]]>Sat, 11 Aug 2018 18:36:12 GMThttp://www.gabsevi.com/beauty/5-favorite-curly-hair-productsRecently I've been getting so into curly hair focused products! I know, I know... I've always had curly hair so why just recently? Lately, after finding a new appreciation for my curls, I realized, the better I take care of them, the easier it is to just air dry it and go. 

I wash my hair every 4-5 days so, it's important to have good products to maintain healthy hair. I try so many products and some have been fantastic and some, not so much. I want to share with you guys my top 5 favorite products I've tried so far! 
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  1. Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Hair Milk Smoothie -I bought this months and months ago (probably even longer than that) and I have yet to run out, even though I use it almost everyday. This is my go to frizz cream for everyday. It's not heavy AT ALL and is effective for fly aways and frizzy curls! 

  2. Healthy Sexy Hair Soy Tri-Wheat Leave in Conditioner -This stuff is magic in a bottle! This is a must have if you have curly hair and want to air dry. I use this this leave in conditioner and wake up with such bouncy, shiny curls. 

  3. Shea Moisture Curl Enhancing Smoothie -This is another favorite that helps with frizz and dryness. Also, probably smells better than any product I have. seriously! I actually keep this one in my desk drawer at work for emergencies. It's a bit heavier so, I use less but it gets the job done and my hair loves it. 

  4. Curly Sexy Hair Curl Defying Shampoo -Like I mentioned in my latest hair video, (watch here!) this is such an amazing shampoo. Adds moisture to your scalp and helps your curls dry with shine. A must try! 

  5. ​Ouai Curl Jelly -The newest member to my curly hair product collection and it fits right in! This is a great leave in product for air drying or styling right after. A little goes a long way which makes me happy to know the bottle will last a while! My curls are SO soft after using this and that's all a gal really wants, right?? Right. 
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These are in no particular order, btw- I love all of these and use them on the regular. I'm a believer in a good leave in conditioner and frizz cream and you're set to go! Also, these are all available in drug stores, target, beauty stores, or amazon! 

*Side note: my girlfriend just told me a trick where she wets her hair on the days she doesn't wash it and it helps tremendously to get curls bouncy in between washes! I'll be trying this out and keep you all posted!* 

I'm always on the hunt for a new product that will wow me so if you know of any that aren't mentioned above, leave me a comment with your suggestions! Hope this helps my curly haired sisters (& misters!!)! 

xx,
Gabs
]]><![CDATA[What I do when my skin is freaking out]]>Wed, 27 Jun 2018 16:24:00 GMThttp://www.gabsevi.com/beauty/what-i-do-when-my-skin-is-freaking-outWe’ve all been there where our face decides it wants a party and invites all these pimples to join… like no, thank you. This usually happens to me if I’m not properly taking care of my skin, when I’m way stressed out, or when I travel.

​After summer travels and the weather heating up, my skin was not having it. I started breaking out in every area of my face and the stress of breaking out made it worse. So, I’m here to share my quick remedy tips on what to do when your face freaks out!
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  1. Use clean, natural ingredients- Ya’ll know how much I adore face masks!! On the reg, I do a mask once a week or so and I’ll usually stick to what works for me (moisture, balancing, calming for redness). But urgent times calls for urgent face masks and my go to for acne masks is Lush fresh face masks. I get the Cosmetic Warrior or Don’t Look At Me ones since they have active ingredients specifically to help fight problem areas. 

  2. Use something for scarring- you want to take care of the problem area but, also remember the after math! A new product I’ve been hooked on it Cocokind’s Turmeric stick. I constantly put it on. It helps soothe the redness and inflammation as well as helps scarring! My problem areas always leave dark spots for weeks after so I was AMAZED that the Turmeric helped so much. I seriously will never not use this product now.

  3. ALWAYS WASH OFF YOUR MAKEUP BEFORE BED! I seriously cannot stress this enough… leaving your makeup on while you sleep clogs your pores and will just irritate your skin even more. Give your face a rest and maybe even go a day or two without any makeup, you’ll immediately see a difference. I stopped using makeup wipes and that was a huge game changer for me. I love DHC's deep cleansing oil- my go to for makeup removal. 
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I buy my stick at Whole foods!
Products I’m currently hooked on for breakouts:
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Cocoakind turmeric stick
​Beauty juice toner facial mist
Dr.jarts rosehip oil (shown above) 
RedEarths deep dive moisturizer

​*To read my regular skincare routine, click here *

Do you have any secret methods when you're breaking out?! Shaaare them with me! :) 

xx,
Gabs
]]><![CDATA[Skincare]]>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.gabsevi.com/beauty/skincareWho doesn't want to have nice, clear skin? I definitely do. Since I don't wear a ton of makeup, I try my hardest to keep a good skincare routine and keeping a routine is key. Most skin types rely on consistency and will break out otherwise. 

Today, I'm going to share my morning/ night time routine and my go to products! I'm one of those people that sticks on brands- if it works, I keep using it. I'm low key scared to try new things especially since I have somewhat sensitive skin, tbh. 
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My go to skincare brand, which I've found to be the most effective yet not aggressive, the one and only.... MARIO BADESCU. I talk about this brand all the time. It's my holy grail! For reference, I have sensitive, combo/ dry skin.

I started using his products about yeeears ago and I've been hooked ever since. I've drifted to try other brands, just to come back to good ol Mario for my core products. ​
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About every other day (or everyday if my face is acting out), I wash my face with the acne facial cleanser and then use the special cucumber toner. I simply apply the toner to my face with a cotton ball. To finish, I use the collagen face moisturizer (with SPF 15). 

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​*Side note* If you don't use any SPF, start immediately!! This is not a drill! You MUST have at least SPF 15 in your moisturizer, cc cream, foundation, or just stand alone facial sunscreen. Your skin will thank you.
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​Below are a few of my favorite products with SPF in it. ​

Something I discovered a couple of years ago and now cannot live without is facial spray. For this, I love the Juice ​Beauty's Hydrating Mist. I set my makeup with it in the morning and occasionally throughout the day.
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My night time routine is my favorite, to be honest.  I use to hate washing my face when I was younger and now I look forward to it! 

Every night I remove my makeup with DHC Cleansing Oil. I only used wipes until a girlfriend informed me how wrong I was living. I was so nervous about washing my makeup off with an oil but this has been a game changer. Bye forever wipes, I'm an oil user now! After I fully wash off my makeup, I use this 100% organic rose hip oil. A little goes a long way so I use about 3-4 drops for my entire face. And that's it, oiled up and ready for bed! 
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Like I said, skincare is important to me and these are my go to products! I'm trying this year to open my eyes to all of the amazing brands and product out there. I just started using oils and serums this past year and that's made a huge difference. 

Have any products that you can't live without now? Let ya girl know! 

xx
Gabs 
]]><![CDATA[Relaxing]]>Sat, 11 Nov 2017 00:52:49 GMThttp://www.gabsevi.com/beauty/relaxingHaving trouble relaxing during the holiday season? Join the group! I'm sure all of us need some extra TLC during the craziest time of the year. From gift shopping to putting up with painful convos with relatives you only see once a year, trying to figure out how to relax can seem like another task on the never ending to do list. Well, I got ya covered! Here are a few ways to relax, recharge, and pamper yourself a little! 
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​Have some YOU time


Nothing's more important in your life, than YOU! Some people don't care to spend time alone and some can't live without it (like me). Either way, with so much going on everyday, alone time can really make a difference in your mood. If you're feeling overwhelmed, go take a walk around your neighborhood or during work, even if it's just 10-15 minutes. During the walk, disconnecting is key! Don't look at messages or emails, just walk and admire the day and the people around you. When I'm really feeling crazy, I'll take a walk and find a nice place to sit and NOT listen to music but just breathe and enjoy doing absolutely N O T H I N G. You'd be surprised at what 10 minutes of silence or a lap around the block can do! 
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​Pamper yourself


​One of my favorite ways to decompose is doing a mini spa at home! ​Super inexpensive but definitely effective. First things first, get yourself a comfy, beautiful robe to create a mood (ya know like you're really in some nice spa but you're the owner, workers and the customer haha). This gorgeous robe is from Kim + Ono, a local SF shop that makes silk robes with original watercolor designs. I truly feel like an angel when I wear this robe so perfect for my spa times! Next, focus on whatever you want- hair, face, nails, or everything! I like to start with a bath with a bath bomb while having a face mask on... talk about luxury livin'. If I don't have that much time though, I'll stick with just a face and under eye masks and maybe touch up my nails/ cuticles. After you take some time to refreshen and pamper yourself, you'll feel like a new person! 
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Here are some real life examples :) 


​Write or read


If you're not big into reading or writing, maybe give it try when you're feeling stressed. Rather than binge on a new series, try a new book! I promise you will feel less guilty binging on a good book than finishing an entire series in one sitting. Reading a good book whether it's mystery, romance, comedy, or whatever interests you, can take you out of your everyday life and put you right in the middle of a new location with new people who have new problems (that importantly aren't yours haha). I'm currently reading Bonfire by Krysten Ritter- I'll get back to you guys on how much I like it. If you need amazing recommendations though, I have some books that you'll never want to end! And don't forget kindles! Download a book or short story on your phone so you can read it whenever you have some extra time! If you're just not a reader, then let's talk about writing! Writing can be so therapeutic because sometimes you can't verbally explain how you feel, but writing or typing it out can be so easy when you get the ball rolling. If you're angry or upset, writing a letter to no one, or someone but not sending it, is the best way to work through those frustrations or mixed emotions without causing further issues. I love working out my issues by writing out what I'm truly feeling and when I'm overwhelmed, LISTS LISTS LISTS!!!! I'm a HUGE list person, ask Mike. My life consists of to do lists, grocery lists, want/need lists, and so many more weird little lists I make throughout the day. It helps to remember, to keep me focused, and honestly it's a stress reliever seeing everything on paper.  So go on, try making a list or writing down your feelings!  
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So these are just a few ways I've learned that are effective without dropping serious bucks or taking up hours of my day. Making sure you're balanced is so important, especially during such crazy busy times like the holidays. I try to do at least one of these things every few days to keep my creative juices flowing and so I don't become an angry troll that yells at mike for not washing the dishes quick enough (yeah sorry babe haha). 

What ways do you like to relax? Do you already practice any of these? I love finding new ways to relax, let me know! 

xx,
Gabs
]]><![CDATA[Carbon Coco]]>Mon, 04 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMThttp://www.gabsevi.com/beauty/carbon-cocoHeey, I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend! Mike and I went camping north of the city and it was so great to disconnect and doing absolutely nothing haha. 
Starting a new week, I'm doing something a bit different which makes me feel out of place and vulnerable but what's life if you don't step outside of the comfort zone, right? With that being said, this is me stepping out of my cozy comfort zone and trying out videos! 
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Who doesn't want a whiter smile without dropping serious money for it? Yeah, me too. With the wedding getting closer, I have been looking into so many different ways to whiten my teeth while not destroying them or burning a hole in my wallet.
Carbon Coco is an all vegan product that you use at home and it actually works! Unlike the usual activated charcoal from you can find in stores, this consists of finely milled Organic Coconut Activated Charcoal with a hint of Bentonite Clay and Lemon Myrtle, ooo fancy ~*~*

All I can say is. this has definitely been a life saver for me. I love that it's so easy and I don't feel like I'm ruining my teeth. I highly recommend this if you're looking for a natural solution to teeth whitening! 

Thanks for letting my share my experience, have a great week everyone! 

Gabs
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]]><![CDATA[3 Daily Lifesavers ]]>Sun, 04 Sep 2016 04:32:53 GMThttp://www.gabsevi.com/beauty/3-daily-lifesavers
​Who loves a fresh face? Everyone please raise their hand. Other than washing your face (read about my skincare here) and indulging in a face mask every once in a while, a huge part of your skins well-being is your daily makeup. Heavy make up can cause breakouts and clog pores, no thank you. 

I'm a Mac lover and always will be but one brand got so many raving reviews that I had to try it out for myself! It Cosmetics CC+ cream is magic in a tube!
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I've been dying to switch from a powder foundation to a CC cream but never found a brand worthy of converting me until It Cosmetics.​
For those who are unfamiliar with CC cream, it stands for complexion (or color) corrector. It's a light liquid foundation that works for your skin rather than against it. Not only is it great coverage without feeling or looking cakey (hallelujah!), it helps even my skin tone AND has SPF 50... sold. 
Just look at that even color match! The shade shown above is Tan which is a PERFECT match to my skin tone.

So first, I blend my CC cream with a beauty blender which can be purchased almost anywhere where makeup is sold (i.e. Ulta, Sephora, even drugstores or Amazon).

Next is finishing powder, yay! For my first time, I decided to try NYX's HD Studio finishing powder and so far I'm loving it. Light, effective, and the perfect amount of shimmer without making my face look like a flashing billboard. 
As for how I apply the powder, I use Mac's #109 brush. I've been using that # brush for years and it's my go to brush for my face! 
Last but not least is the holy grail of facial sprays... Mario Badescu's Aloe, Herb, & Rose water spray.

I'm so in love that I probably use this spray like 5 times a day. I spray some after my make up to help set it and throughout the day for an extra boost! It gives my face a nice dewey look without overdoing it and making me look like a sweaty animal, ew no. 

All items mentioned above are linked here on the Shop My Stuff page.
Everyone has a few staple items and these are mine (for now haha)! What are some of your favorite daily products? 

xx
]]><![CDATA[Before anything]]>Thu, 21 Jul 2016 23:50:30 GMThttp://www.gabsevi.com/beauty/before-anythingBeauty can start anywhere you want whether it's hair, makeup, skin, etc. Personally, beauty starts with my skin, primarily my face. 
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I'm not saying I am but I'm not saying I'm not a little obsessed with my skin. Outfits and hair and makeup can only help me so much. There's such a misconception that taking care of your face is so difficult and hopeless... NO. 
I, like every other regular non-blessed person, deals with acne and dark spots. The trick is finding out what kind of skin you have and what regimen and brands works best for you. 
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I've used a ton of products from drugstore brands to the good stuff. I found my happy medium at Ulta. Mario Badescu is my savior. I cannot begin to explain how much I love this brand and what it's done for my face and body. 

From their face wash to masks, this brand is made to tailor your skin needs. One very helpful thing this brand does is separate and label their products under one (or more) of their skin categories: Oily, Dry, Sensitive, Combination, or All Types.  

Featured in the picture from left to right: Acne Facial Cleanser, Special Cucumber Lotion (toner), 100% Tea Tree Oil, Facial Spray, and Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 17.

​As for blemishes, I tend to gravitate towards 100% Tea Tree Oil. I found this brand at my local store but I believe any brand will do justice. 

Last but MOST important, DO NOT go to bed with a full face of make up!! I totally get the whole wanting to do the 'I woke up like this' thing but no really, you will soon just be waking up with zits and wrinkles. It's so simple, just take off your make up ladies! 

Thanks for reading,
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