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2016 Holiday Survival Kit

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Augustana chapter.

Christmas music, decorations, Home Alone… Need I say more? The holidays are definitely the “most wonderful time of the year” but they are also the most stressful. From last minute essays before break to last minute gift buying before Christmas, it can get a little chaotic.

 

That’s why I’m here to share with you some products to get you through your busy days of catching up with friends and running errands. I’m also going to share some essentials for a well- deserved at home spa-day so you can unwind and actually relax!

 

It’s Saturday and it looks like you’re going to be out all day, you have to go to work, buy gifts and you can’t miss the holiday party your friends from back home are throwing. When you know you’re going to be out all day try the Rimmel Provocalips Transfer Proof Lipstick, it lasts 16 hours and will not budge no matter how much talking or eating you plan to do. (They make great stocking stuffers too!)

 

It’s winter, you spend your days crammed inside studying for tests and you can’t remember the last time you’ve seen the sun. Luckily, I have just what you need to bring you back to the times of being a stress free glowy summer goddess. The Rimmel Natural Summer Bronzer is perfect because it’s just enough to bring some color to your face without turning you orange.

When it comes to eyes what you need is something that’s quick to apply but doesn’t sacrifice your party look. I recommend the Rimmel ScandalEyes Mascara which makes your eyes look like falsies without having to bother with the glue.

 

And for eyeliner go for the Rimmel ScandalEyes Kohl Kajal Waterproof Eyeliner which makes a perfect line so you’re not wasting any time fixing your wing 100 times. AND it’s waterproof so when you look at your bank account at the end of the day, the tears won’t ruin your makeup.

 

Now that the party’s over it’s time to relax and the best way to do that is with a face mask. I totally recommend the Leaders 7 Wonders Face Mask. There’s a ton to choose depending on your skin type and what your face craves.

 

 

 

While waiting for the face mask to soak turn on a movie and grab yourself a warm cup of tea.

Yogi makes delicious teas all with different ingredients that will bring you positive vibes.

Finally, it’s time to step in the shower, and although winter usually means covering up your legs and not having to shave, there is still no better feeling than smooth legs. Pamper yourself with the Pure Silk Shave Cream which smells amazing and will leave your legs smoother than just using soap!

 

Of course the holidays mean spending time with friends and family and giving as much as you can, but don’t leave yourself out. This holiday season don’t forget to treat yourself too!

 

Caroline is a freshman at Augustana College where she will study Political Science and the art of procrastination. When she is not writing papers she is probably contemplating to work out which usually does not result in anything. She spends her nights scrolling through Netflix movies until she falls asleep and then wakes up and tests how late she can get up to be on time for her class. 
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