Lush // Grease Lightning

I begun the search for the perfect spot treatment. I don't have many troubles with spots on my face but I must admit that the problem is with my back. I do have a few spots that completely ruin open back shirts and dresses. I do not have a large amount of experience with Lush products but Ingrid mentioned good things about this particular product for acne-prone skin. I know Origins has an amazing spot treatment but unfortunately my budget is not that vast. I have been using Lush's Grease Lightening for a little over a week now and I have seen some difference. I tend to apply a little bit of the tea tree cleanser on the spots in the morning and before I go to bed. In my experience, the cleanser dries out the acne and this is supposed to speed up the process of getting rid of the troubled area. This isn't a miracle product but if you keep applying it routinely, it will make a difference. Have you tried this cleanser?

Highlighter Line-Up

L-R: 'The Luminizer', 'Rose Pink', 'High Beam', 'Soft and Gentle'

When it comes to highlighters, I tend to stick to the well-known ones such as Benefit's 'High Beam' and Mac's 'Soft and Gentle'. This is probably because, compared to other face products, I do not have as much experience with highlighters. I love the dewy effect they create but a highlighter is not a staple in my every day make up routine. However, in the summer, I love to apply a bit of 'S&G' on the high points of my cheeks or mix in some 'High Beam' into my foundation to give myself that fresh glow. The first highlighter I ever bought was Sephora's 'Rose Pink' and I have to admit that I don't reach for it that often. 'Rose Pink' is a beautiful pink full of gold shimmer that looks beautiful against tanned skin. I really should start to wear it more because the formulation appears to be just as lovely as 'Soft and Gentle'. In fact, the only apparent difference between the two is that 'Soft and Gentle' is yellow toned. Another favorite highlighter is one I received in a Birchbox. The Balm's 'The Luminizer' is also a beloved highlighter among make up lovers. I must confess that I typically wear this as an eyeshadow because it reminds me of Stila's 'Kitten'. It does look wonderful as a highlighter as well but I think for now I will stick to using it on my eyes. What's your go to highlighter?

The Liebster Blog Award

The absolutely lovely Grace from Grace of Beauty nominated me for the 'Liebster Blog Award'. If you didn't know 'Liebster' is German for 'dearest' so this is quite a sweet award.

To participate after being nominated you'll just have to complete the following:

1. Share 11 things about yourself
2. Answer 11 questions provided by the nominator 
3. Nominate 11 blogs [under 200 followers] that deserve the title and let them know!
4. Think of 11 questions to ask the nominees
5. Thank the person who nominated you and link back to their blog 

11 Things About Me:

1. I can eat a jar of pickles in one sitting. Ick. I know. 
2. I have two younger brothers. 
3. I was born in Russia and am not yet a citizen of the United States.
4. I was president of my high school's drama club. Nerd alert. 
5. I spend money I don't have on things I don't need. 
6. I learned English by watching Seinfeld. 
7. I have never had a single pet and that makes me sad sometimes. 
8. I have lived in three different countries. 
9. I don't like cupcakes but cookies are a very different story. 
10. Sarcasm is my friend. 
11. I want to learn to speak as many languages as I can in this lifetime. 

Nominator's [Grace of Beauty's] Questions:

1. When did you start your blog? I started this blog about a month ago after sharing a blog with my best friend for a few months. 
2. If you could start all over in life, would you change anything? I wouldn't change many things. Perhaps I would study more in school and not befriend certain people. 
3. What are the best five words that would describe you? Organized, stubborn, lazy, silly, compassionate. 
4. Neutrals or bright colors? Depends. Probably neutrals because I prefer more classic looks.
5. What inspired you to start your blog? Why? Other peoples' blogs inspire me all the time. Blogging is an outlet for my creativity. 
6. What are three things you are grateful for? Food, family, friends. The three 'F's. 
7. What is the latest trip you went on? I just returned from California a week ago. 
8. How did you come up with your blog's name? I wanted my blog name to be an alliteration and contain my name. Mumbles was the only word I could think of that was somewhat synonymous with talking.  
9. The latest beauty purchase? NYX lipgloss in 'Beige'. 
10. Are an organized person? I used to come over to my friends' houses to clean their rooms for fun. Does that answer your question?
11. Your favorite blogs [pick 3]? 'Milk Bubble Tea', 'The Dauphine', and 'From Roses'. 

My Nominations:

andkatie.blogspot.com

laurens--journal.blogspot.com

thelastsouvenir.blogspot.fi

moiraparton.blogspot.com/

beautybabbles.com

erstwhilefelicity.blogspot.co.uk

citywhisperss.blogspot.com

Questions:

1. What is the first thing you do when you get home from work/school?
2. Drink of choice?
3. How old were you when you went on your first sleepover?
4. Do you play any instruments?
5. How much time do you spend on your blog?
6. Do your friends and family know about your blog?
7. What is your favorite perfume/scent? 
8. Do you prefer to wear dresses or pants?
9. What's your dream handbag?
10. If you had to eat only one thing for the rest of your life what would it be?
11. How did you come up with your blog's name? 

Mac // Lipstick Collection

T-B: 'Girl About Town', 'Rebel', 'Chatterbox' 

Unlike many beauty bloggers, I do not have a drawer full of Mac lipsticks. Thus said, I present to you ma petite collection of lipsticks by the legendary Mac Cosmetics. I began my relationship with Mac less than a year ago at at the ripe age of eighteen. 'Rebel' wandered into my possession just in time for autumn. This beautiful deep berry lipstick is definitely my favorite out of the three. 'Girl About Town' joined 'Rebel' a few months later. This bright fucsia can be found on my lips when, you guessed it, I'm about town. This might be silly, but I swear this lipstick transforms me into a party girl and makes me feel more confident. I bought 'Chatterbox' at the end of spring break to wear during the spring and summer. Light pinks typically don't flatter my completion but 'Chatterbox' has a bit of coral in it so it looks pretty damn good [if I do say so myself]. I'm not really looking to buy many more Mac lipsticks because there are so many other brands I would like to try and they aren't exactly cheap. Don't get me wrong, I adore these lipsticks but I have to be frugal sometimes. I would love to add a red to my collection though... What Mac lipstick are you most fond of?