What my skin loves... And can't forget the hair

      Okay girls, the seasons are changing and my skin and hair are going through a rough time. So here's what I did: I switched up my soaps and started using a body scrub and a new hair lotion. I'm a black young lady so my skin can get a little rough at times when not taken proper care of. 

    The old soap: 

While this is a good product, it just isn't great for me all year. It doesn't give me the moisture I need like it says it will. I found that things with oatmeal and Shea Butter work best for me.

    My new soap: 

This has a lighter smell that I actually prefer in warmer weather (the Dove was great, but highly perfumed). Shea butter and oatmeal protects and strengthens skin and can help heal minor cuts and burns (which I get all the time working in a restaurant). 

     Before I wasn't exfoliating like I needed to so I had dead skin that needed to GO!!! Really cheap at target I got this Sugar Scrub: 

    

    Notice that this has Shea Butter in it as well. My skin really loves this stuff. It has really helped my skin feel softer to the touch and look better and less dull. 

             What my hair loves now...

    When I wash my hair I can just put this on with a little (and I do mean a little) olive oil and have intensive moisture for about a week without worrying about moisturizing again. I also use this for quick moisture in between washing and conditioning.

   What are your favorite moisturizing products? Tell me on Twitter and (or) Instagram @fwfblog 

         Love, Jazzmine ❤️

Glitter Nails

If you live on the west side of Chicago or in Oak Park and have been trying to take it to the next level with your nail game, Glitter Nails Salon is the place to go. Located on Madison street right before Oak Park Ave, it's nestled right in the middle of the block among other small shops. The salon is black owned and is comprised of about six nail technicians along with a receptionist. 

The salon is know for their extraordinary nail art. Each technician has their own skill set and types of nail art they excel at, but are amazing at anything. All you need is a picture and they'll be able to recreate it with their own flare that will fit to your style and personality. The downside is they don't do walk-ins and they are temporarily closed on Mondays. That is due to the fact that they have many clients making appointments that they have very little down time. If you definitely would like to get in, calling to make an appointment would be your best bet.

Here are a few examples of the beautiful work being created:

If you love what you see, and like to see more follow them on IG at @GlitterNailSalon. Don't forget to get those appointments in ASAP! 

Besos,

Ashley Marie

Is it spring yet?

Hey Y'all!! 

Winter is now officially over. Not only does that mean no more snow, but a lot more new trends! I'm so excited to see what you all will be stepping out and owning this season! Don't forget about the different pastel colors, continue to embrace the scarfs and boyfriend jeans! Those are a must! And never forget be fierce!! 

  Reach out to me with some of your favorite spring styles with #FWFSpring! 

 

Fierce & Love,

Dari J. @fwfblog 

Shoot by #high.tie_photos

   Getting in front of the camera wasn't always an easy thing for me. Some days I still find it hard to do, but to my surprise it is always a way for me to find what I love about myself. 

  

 Sure I find stuff that I dislike but, that's human nature, right? What I have to do for myself is tell me that I am beautiful. I have to train myself to know that I am perfectly made in the vision of God. 

   

 Building self esteem is HARD work, it's honestly a full time job. You can't part time love yourself, it's an all day thing. You can do it! You can and will find the beauty in yourself... You just have to be willing to do the work. No one can love you enough for yourself. 

    

Ever want more tips and help on how to love you better each and everyday? Hit me on Twitter or IG @fwfblog OR you can always email: facedwithfashion@gmail.com  

The onesie

I'm not the oldest thing in the world but I can still have a blast from the past every now and then. This shirt like thing I have on in the photo above is called a onesie. 

We wore these as babies, but I found them in adult sizes. The onesie is the perfect "tuck in" shirt. It creates a smooth look and eliminates those bumps and grooves from the extra shirt you tuck in. 

Your clothes are suppose to accentuate your curves, not make new ones. So we need to be extra careful with certain things like shapers and T-shirts because unknowingly they can have us appear larger. 

     Dress smart my loves, Jazzmine

Twitter: @FWFblog

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                 @jazz_inspired 

Nudes ❤️

Hey Y'all! 

  Unlike my girls Ashley and Jazz I'm still learning this whole make-up thing. To be completely honest I am afraid to branch out and try new colors and shades. But what I have noticed is that nude colors are where I am most comfortable. Not too bright or too dark. Plus a nude lip slays DAHLING! 

  I recently found myself stumbling in confusion around Sephora, a well-know make up store, trying to figure out what exactly to buy. After hours and hours of searching I finally came across a nude eye pallet, a nude lip liner and a nude lipstick. Which I am very much in love with! Not only does sephora offer decent prices their make-up is amazing! 

  I highly reccommend that all you lovebugs stop into sephora one day! My favorita thing is my Urban Decay: Naked 2 ( lol yes I've tried 1 as well). The shadow colors are very diverse and it last a very long time. 

  Any make-up tips for me? Don't forget to follow me on social media and tag me! 

Instagram: darianna_j

Twitter: darianna_j 

Fierce&Love,

Dari J.