2016 Beauty Resolutions and a Deal From Julep

Admittedly, I'm much more low maintenance when it comes to my morning beauty routine, especially makeup, now that I freelance from home and don't go to an office every day--a sad fact coming from a former beauty editor. I blame lack of available time, being a stay-at-home mom/housewife/writer and everything that goes along with those roles, but the truth is, I've simply gotten a little lazy. Since the top of the new year is the perfect time for change, I've decided to shake things up a bit and focus a little more on myself in 2016, instead of putting all my effort and energy into taking care of my family and home. I'm starting with a few simple beauty resolutions that I know I can stick to:

1. Incorporate monthly facials into my skincare regimen. These will likely be DIY facials at home, with the occasional splurge at a day spa.

2. Find a low maintenance but still super cute style (besides my go-to chignon) for my curly hair that I can rock on a daily basis.

3. Try orange lipstick. (I tend to stick to reds, berries, pinks, and the occasional nude.)

4. Wear a cat eyeliner more often. A lot more often.

5. Try at least six new perfumes (one new fragrance every other month).

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