A Hint of Beauty

GlossyMuse nails 💅🏽

2026-10-18T17:26:53.015-05:00

Hello. If you know me personally then you must know I love doing my nails. Let me show you the cutest set ever perfect for autumn 🍂

They are floral and got some polka dots too. You can get a discount at Glossy Muse using my code LUPE30 here. I used the stickers and glue in this set for my nails to last. I can’t wait to order more.

New set 💅

2026-08-16T15:34:07.935-05:00

Hey! Here is my new set. It reminds me of cotton candy. I love the flower petals with the rhinestones! Do you prefer acrylic or gel x?

💕 Lupe

Haul

2026-08-15T13:28:39.233-05:00

Hi!

Here are some items I picked up. I love all things Huda Beauty. I picked up their liquid blush in Strawberry Latte. A little bit dark but I can make it work.

I have one other liquid blush of theirs and I like it. Can’t wait to use this one! The Rhode bronzers just came out and I picked up the shade Sip. I was worried it was going to be too light but it’s just right.

I highly recommend their blushes too. Please excuse my nails, I’m doing them tomorrow. I picked up Love Notes by Ariana Grande. Its notes are jasmine petals, tonka, and cashmere woods. I then picked up a Valentino perfume called Born in Roma. The notes are luxurious jasmine sambac, woody cashmeran and vanilla bourbon.

💕 Lupe

Dunkin Donuts Giveaway

2026-08-12T18:13:43.350-05:00

Hello,

You can enter here to win a $25 Dunkin’ Donuts gift card. It is USA only.

Thanks, 💕 Lupe

Too Faced Peach Perfector Loose Setting Powder

2026-08-08T19:58:49.058-05:00

Hello,

I recently received the Too Faced Peach Perfector Loose Setting Powder in Peachy Pink. I was a little hesitant about trying it because I am older but it’s become one of my favorite products!

It smells good and it only releases a small amount of setting powder at a time. It has a roller ball in the middle of the jar. It instantly blurred my imperfections and brightened my under eye area. You can really put almost any decent sized brush into it. You can purchase yours here. What kind of posts do you want to see? I’ll post my Sephora haul soon.

💕 LUPE

Nail sets I’ve had

2026-08-04T20:37:46.950-05:00

Hello, today I’ll be showing you nail sets 💅 I’ve had and loved the most! 💕 I really liked the pink chrome, sparkly square shaped ones, and whimsical French tips.

RYZE mushroom coffee

2026-07-30T20:24:30.679-05:00

Hello! I’ve been loving this mushroom coffee that RYZE sent over. It helps with bloating and gives me a boost of energy. I believe it has also been helping me with my weight loss. You can purchase yours here using my code LOOPH9515

Life dump

2026-07-30T20:17:47.912-05:00

Here are a few pictures from a couple of months ago. I love the colourpop blush!

Dunkin gift card giveaway

2026-07-30T20:14:12.137-05:00

Hi! I’m hosting a $25 Dunkin gift card giveaway on my instagram. You can enter here It is USA only and I will end it in a couple of weeks.

- Lupe

Amazon giveaway

2026-06-21T18:25:26.397-05:00

Hello!

I have a $25 Amazon gift card giveaway on my instagram! It ends June 30th, 2026.

Enter here

Just Meats

2024-08-14T15:30:00.005-05:00

Hello,

Long time no see. I want to write to you about Just Meats. Dinner has now gotten easier. I've gotten beef, chicken, and pork. Everything tastes so good. The Hawaiian Teriyaki Beef is my favorite. I made some tacos with it.

Feel free to use my code JUSTLUPEH for money off your order

- Lupe

3K Giveaway

2024-08-13T00:12:00.003-05:00

Hello! I will be hosting a giveaway at 3K followers on my Instagram. Here is my Profile

It will be a Sephora or Ulta e-gift card

Come and join! Tell your friends (:

USA Giveaway

2023-06-06T17:39:00.000-05:00

Hello! I'm having a giveaway over on my Instagram. Here's the link.

The giveaway is USA only and ends when I get to 2,000 followers!

💜 Lupe

Giveaway ends 12/10/22

2022-12-03T17:14:00.002-06:00

Hello!

I currently have a giveaway going on. You can find it here. There are lots of lovely goodies included. It is USA only.

Hero Cosmetics Lightning Wand

2022-11-10T16:51:00.000-06:00

Hello!

I'm sure you've seen Hero Cosmetics's pimple patches. Well, they have a lightening wand!

Lightning Wand is a triple threat that tackles dark spots in 3 ways:

Exfoliates with Glycolic Acid to clear away dead skin and help the serum work faster.

Brightens with a supercharged trifecta of Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Vitamin C. When these 3 ingredients combine, they get even stronger, delivering a hyper-potent brightening strike unlike any other. Color-corrects with a sheer peachy-yellow tint to keep spots under wraps while the serum works its magic.

I love this little guy! I had a scar on my forehead and this lightening wand helped clear it up. I highly recommend it!

It has a good mixture of good ingredients! It didn't take long to see results. The 0.34 fl oz costs $19.99. The 5 ml one costs $9.99. I love this stuff. You can easily throw it in your purse.

💜 Lupe

Beautystat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream

2022-10-30T12:35:00.000-05:00

Hello!

The cold season is upon us! Which means it is time to change up that skin routine. Remember, moisturized skin is NOT the same as hydrated skin. It is important to understand the difference as you prepare to fight off dry/flaky skin this winter.

According to our good friends at Harvard, dry skin can also happen, “as a result of frequent bathing, use of harsh soaps, aging, or certain medical conditions. And for those in colder climates, it can stem from cold, dry winter air.”

That being said, may I direct you to Beauty Stat’s Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Cream for ALL skin types which is not only loaded with ceramides to help keep the skin moisturized, it also has hyaluronic acid for optimal hydration. This product is meant to be used as the hydration step in your routine. Please keep in mind that in order to yield results with hyaluronic acid your skin must still be wet upon applying it to the skin. But I digress…

I’ve been using Universal Pro-Bio Moisture cream for about three months and I absolutely love it. After about a month I began to see results. My skin is not only hydrated, it is also well moisturized and even toned… My skin even looks brighter too! This non scented moisture cream glides onto the skin like warm butter. With all the positive effects it has in addition to the calming experience upon application, I highly recommend you get yourself even a small sample to try out. You will be wanting to purchase more in no time! I can easily see the Universal Pro-Bio Moisture cream be part of my routine for years!

Sephora Haul October 2022

2022-10-24T15:25:00.001-05:00

Hello!

I bought some stuff from Sephora and wanted to show you guys! I got lots of free samples this time around.

I got Benefit's The Porefessional Super Setter. It's a long-lasting makeup setting spray. It supposedly locks makeup in for 16 hours! Another sample I got was the Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Extra Strength Daily Peel. I love these! They help smooth fine lines, minimize the look of pores, and improve the appearance of uneven tone & texture!

Next up is a repurchase. It's Stila's Stay All Day® Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner. It's one of my favorites. It is very black and creates the perfect wing!

Here we have First Aid Beauty FAB Pharma White Clay Acne Treatment Pads 2% Salicylic Acid. I've been using these as a toner. It's supposed to target acne and new blemishes. I got the Beauty Blender Power Pocket Puff. I've seen this on social media. It's great for baking your face.

A sample I got was Algenist liquid collagen. I've tried this product before and enjoyed it. I got the NARS Behave Backstage Cheek Set. It has a mini blush, a mini multiple, and a mini liquid blush. I'm excited to use it! One of my favorite purchases was the One Size Disney Fantasia and ONE/SIZE Versatile Complexion Brush. It has cute moons and stars that move around in the brush.

More samples..

iNNBEAUTY PROJECT
10 + 10 Moisturizer with 10% Vitamin C & 10% Peptide Complex trial size
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer trial size

Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream

I bought Patrick Ta's Major Glow Lip Shine in "She's an Influencer." It's such a gorgeous color! I can't wait to use it.

💜 Lupe

Sigma Alice in Wonderland Duo

2022-10-18T18:27:00.007-05:00

Hi!
Alice in Wonderland has to be one of my favorite Disney movies. I was excited when I saw Sigma had a collection coming out with them.

Tickled Pink Highlighter - Soft pinky-gold metallic
Paint the Roses Blush - Rosy pink matte

The blush and highlighter lasted all day! The duo is inspired by Alice's first meeting with the queen. The highlighter isn't overly glittery. I love the blush. It's the perfect matte blush.

The duo cost me $35. Both powders blend out easily. The packaging has a magnetic top. The formula is velvety smooth! You can build up both powders.

💜 Lupe

Amrezy X Pretty Little Thing Collection Overview

2022-10-13T17:05:00.002-05:00

Hello!

I bought a couple of items from the Amrezy X Pretty Little Thing collection. The collection ranges from $8 to $12. I bought two sets, but don't see the sets available anymore.

I forgot to picture a highlighter, I can review that separate if you'd like. I'm not sure where to start with this collection. We can start off with the cream blush in "01 beaute." It clung to my dry patches and was patchy looking. It's a pretty shade, but it just didn't work for me.

The lip liners hardly showed up on my lips. They weren't creamy at all. They dragged on my lips to get them to even show up.

left 01 empire and 02 midtown on the right

The lipsticks are nude and pinkish nude. They looked horrible on me. They settled into my lip lines! I even moisturized my lips before applying them. This collection was a total dud for me. The only saving grace of it was the lip glosses. They were nice and didn't settle into my lip lines.

Lukta lipstick, Soho lipstick, NYC gloss, It Girl gloss, and beaute cream blush

💜 Lupe

Is Maui Moisture Making Me Go Bald?

2022-10-11T18:09:00.000-05:00

Search up “Maui Shampoo Hair loss” on Google, and what do you see? On the top of the page, you will see articles dedicated to the message that Maui Moisture products DO NOT cause hair loss. Well…if the Maui products do not in fact cause hair loss, then why would there need to be published literature saying so? Keep scrolling, and it will all start to make sense, as there are countless personal testimonials from individuals like myself who have discovered their hair thinning and hair loss was linked to the use of Maui Moisture products.

After a lot of research to find the shampoo that I thought was right for me, I can’t help but feel cheated. I’m talking hours of YouTube influencers, scrolling through Instagram, googling top shampoo recommendations for my hair type, etc. My research methods have led me to Maui Moisture Nourish & Moisture +Coconut Milk Shampoo for dry hair and Maui Moisture Nourish & Moisture +Coconut Milk conditioner for dry hair. Yet, here I am months later, finding out that Maui Moisture has been selling products linked to hair thinning and hair loss for years.

Up until recently, I had thought that the reasons behind my hair loss was due to stress, diet, or maybe a simple shedding phase. It wasn’t until my son decided to borrow my shampoo that I’ve come to realize the true cause of my hair loss… Maui Moisture. To find my son's healthy beautiful hair coat the bathtub after just one wash made me feel hurt, angry, and completely betrayed.

For months, I’ve fearfully watched my hair slide off my head like butter in the shower, wondering what was wrong with me. I’ve swept my hair up off of the floors of my home multiple times a day, picked strand after strand of hair off of my clothing and all because I made the mistake of buying into these particular Maui Moisture products, but this isn’t about the fourteen dollars I won’t be getting back. This is about transparency for consumers.

For me, there is no denying my personal experience or the renaissance of tik toks showing people who are experiencing hair thinning and hair loss from using their products…you’ll also see similar claims on Reddit, YouTube, and product reviews on store websites.

In fact, just five days ago, classaction.org has stated that Maui Moisture Color Protection + Sea Minerals Conditioner is under investigation due to problems found in their ingredients as they’ve been known to cause, “harmful side effects, such as hair loss and scalp irritation, in some users.”

Regardless of the conflicting articles, blog posts, and consumer reviews, I’m shocked that Maui Moisture has not spoken up about this. For the sake of transparency, there is no excuse as to why Maui Moisture can’t come forward, set the record straight. I mean, what’s really going on? Give us some answers, Maui Moisture. Something, anything…

P.S- does anybody have any shampoo and conditioner recommendations?

Mandy

100% Pure Green Tea Cloud Foam Cleanser

2022-10-11T12:08:00.002-05:00

Greetings!

Green tea facial cleansers, they can be found in almost every one of our favorite skincare lines such as Paula’s Choice, Naturium, Youth to the People, And 100% Pure to name a few. But what’s the benefit to including tea into your skin routine? Well, according to a peer review article published under the National Center for Biotechnology Information, “there is some evidence that tea polyphenols [polyphenols are antioxidant molecules found in foods like nuts, fruits, vegetables, etc.] In topical formulation may be beneficial in reducing sebum secretion and in treatment of acne,” (Saris, Notay, Raja, 2016). In other words when applied to the skin, tea based skincare products can help people who struggle with acne and oily skin.

Full disclosure: if one does have acne or oily skin, it can’t be solved with a simple green tea cleanser (although it can help). For a long term and most effective solution it may be beneficial to see the dermatologist as often acne and oily skin are linked with other health related issues such as hormone imbalances. Once you identify the true cause of your skin condition, you can really see desired results.

Any who, back to tea cleansers, thanks to A Hint of Beauty’s generosity, I was given the opportunity to review Green Tea Cloud Foam Cleanser by 100% Pure. For those of you who love to build a globally conscious and cruelty-free beauty routine, this is the skin line for you.

100% Pure formulates products that are cruelty-free, naturally pigmented, and adhere to purity standards (hence the name 100% Pure). They use natural sources such as plants, minerals, and marine vegetation to create the ultimate clean skincare experience. According to www.100percentpure.com, their top sellers currently are the Coffee Bean Caffeine Eye Cream, Coffee Bean Face Cream, (hint..hint…coffee is great for combating dark under eyes) and Lavender Niacinamide Pore Minimizer Tonique, respectively.

The 100% Pure Green Tea Cloud Foam Cleanser can be great for people with oily and combination skin due to the following three reasons:

1. It is a Foam cleanser - Foam cleansers have often been recommended for those with an oily skin type. However, foam cleansers (ie:surfactants) can damage the skin barrier based on their formulations in the product (Walters, Mao, et al, 2012). Please be aware of that as you try a foaming cleanser. The skincare journey is based on trial and error. As stated previously, foaming cleansers are largely recommended for those with oily skin. If the foaming cleanser you tried is drying your skin or causing redness, that means you disrupted your skin barrier and need to find ways to keep your skin hydrated and moisturized. I would step away from the product for a little while and assessing if you want to use it sparingly or try something new altogether. Most importantly, you must be knowledgeable on what type of skin you have so that you customize your products to fit your needs and not further exacerbate problems you may have on your skin.

2. Green tea ingredient-known for decreasing redness/oil secretion. As referenced above, studies have seen a link between using products with molecules found in tea and reduced oil/redness.

3. Clean ingredients-100% Pure uses clean ingredients in this product such as aloe Vera, calendula, and natural green tea flavor which are calming to the skin and not likely to cause skin irritation. Again, it’s important to note if you are experiencing redness or irritation. Whatever product you use, I suggest the “patch test” to ensure you’re using a product that is right for you.

As far as experience goes, when lathering up with the Green Tea Cleanser, I was shocked to find the foam so…bubbly! It even tickled! Note, it tickled NOT tingled, if you feel a tingling sensation RUN because that is not a good sign. As I was saying… The Green Tea Cleanser had such a good lather that it actually tickled. Also, it smelled absolutely delicious like the tea my mother used to grow in her garden, I found it to be so relaxing and comforting for that reason alone. The scent was identifiable but not overbearing like other products, which tends to give me a headache. However, this was not the case when using the Green tea Foam Cleanser, 100% Pure really did stay true to the name.

As a true skin care junkie, I have used this product for weeks consistently and found that it yields best results on a clean face. Meaning, it’s best to use it as the second step to a double cleansing routine. If you have dry skin like I do, this product can be a little drying due to all the lovely foaminess. So again, I’d really recommend it for those who have oily skin. I’d also like to point out that it did minimize redness in my T-zone, which was the most exciting part of this experience for me in terms of the results, as it’s usually hard for me to fight against those flare-ups that I get.

Overall, I will continue to use this product sparingly due to my dry skin type. I’ll continue to use it after working a sweat in the gym and every so often for the spa like experience. There are various products out there that can be for you, you just have to use it right and listen to your body. I hope you found this helpful!

With love,

Mandy

Works Cited

1. Saric, S., Notay, M., & Sivamani, R. K. (2016). Green Tea and Other Tea Polyphenols: Effects on Sebum Production and Acne Vulgaris. Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland), 6(1), 2. https://doi.org/10.3390/antiox6010002

2. Walters, R. M., Mao, G., Gunn, E. T., & Hornby, S. (2012). Cleansing formulations that respect skin barrier integrity. Dermatology research and practice, 2012, 495917. https://doi.org/10.1155/2012/495917

3. www.100percentpure.com

Lupe's Life September 2022

2022-09-28T12:01:00.002-05:00

Hello!

This week I went to see

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, IL. It only cost $5 for parking. The alebrijes are imaginary creatures that possess elements from different animals. The statues were so cool! I went with my sister and mom.

This month we celebrated my mom's 68th birthday 🎂 Here's a picture of my mom and her cake.

Here's my oldest niece and I.

I've been into getting no chip manicures lately. Here I went for a black glittery nail.

I bought some items from the Pretty Little Thing X Amrezy collection. So far it's just okay. I'll gather my thoughts soon and post a review.

I'll have a U.S giveaway going on soon. My instagram is @loop_h95

I ate this delicious pizza from Red Line Cafe in Chicago. It had pepperoni and hot giardiniera. I also had their Pico Pie and it was so good. Highly recomend the place.

💜 Lupe

Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2%

2022-09-23T17:06:00.001-05:00

Hello!!

Autumn is in the air. I'm currently a little chilly! I tried this Naturium Niacinmide Serum from Target. I love it so far!

I apply this after cleansing my skin. It really hydrates my skin. It costs $16. I've heard of this brand before, but this is the first item I try from them.

This really helped me with my hyperpigmentation. It lessened the redness on my marks. I highly recommend trying this serum out!

It leaves my skin feeling soft, and it absorbs easily into my skin. My skin feels plump after using it. It doesn't leave my skin feeling tight. I'm easily able to layer other products on top.

I love that it has Zinc in it! It makes my skin look brighter. It's a good quality product. Have you tried anything from Naturium?

💙 Lupe

Ulta Haul September 2022

2022-09-15T13:41:00.010-05:00

Hello!

I picked up some goodies from Ulta Beauty the other day. I was in need of a new face product and concealer. I got Smashbox's Halo Tinted Moisturizer in "Medium Tan" and their 24 Hour Concealer in "Light Medium, Warm Olive."

So far I really like the duo. Would you like a review on either one? I love that the tinted moisturizer has SPF. Next, I needed to add to my Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb collection. I picked up the shade "Sweet Mouth." I've been curious about Ariana Grande's brand R.E.M Beauty. I picked up their lip oil in "Mint Condition." It has an interesting applicator. It has a metal ball in the middle of the applicator.

Sweet Mouth (top) & Mint Condition (bottom)

Have you bought anything lately? I'll link below where you can find me!

Twitter

Pinterest

Instagram

💚 Lupe

The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm

2022-09-09T12:08:00.003-05:00

Hello!

I recently picked up The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm. It costs $10.99. It helps remove makeup and cleanse sensitive skin.

It is a cleansing balm that melts away makeup and absorbs excess oil without drying or stripping skin.

Two important ingredients are

- Oat Kernel Oil 3%: Moisturizes and hydrates.

- Colloidal Oatmeal: Visibly reduces redness and soothes irritated skin

I like using this to double cleanse. First I use this to remove my makeup, and then I go in with my regular cleanser.

It's a bit oily when I squeeze it out of the tube. It leaves my skin feeling soft! It is hydrating and a winner of Allure, Best of Beauty. I need just a little bit to cleanse off my makeup. I like pairing it with a makeup eraser cloth.

The balm suggests leaving it on for 10 minutes as a nourishing face mask. I really enjoyed this balm. I think it's great for all skin types.

💛 Lupe

A Hint of Beauty

GlossyMuse nails 💅🏽

New set 💅

Haul

Dunkin Donuts Giveaway

Too Faced Peach Perfector Loose Setting Powder

Nail sets I’ve had

RYZE mushroom coffee

Life dump

Dunkin gift card giveaway

Amazon giveaway

Just Meats

3K Giveaway

USA Giveaway

Giveaway ends 12/10/22

Hero Cosmetics Lightning Wand

Beautystat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream

Sephora Haul October 2022

Sigma Alice in Wonderland Duo

Amrezy X Pretty Little Thing Collection Overview

Is Maui Moisture Making Me Go Bald?

100% Pure Green Tea Cloud Foam Cleanser

Lupe's Life September 2022

Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, IL. It only cost $5 for parking. The alebrijes are imaginary creatures that possess elements from different animals. The statues were so cool! I went with my sister and mom.

This month we celebrated my mom's 68th birthday 🎂 Here's a picture of my mom and her cake.

Here's my oldest niece and I.

I've been into getting no chip manicures lately. Here I went for a black glittery nail.

I bought some items from the Pretty Little Thing X Amrezy collection. So far it's just okay. I'll gather my thoughts soon and post a review.

I'll have a U.S giveaway going on soon. My instagram is @loop_h95

I ate this delicious pizza from Red Line Cafe in Chicago. It had pepperoni and hot giardiniera. I also had their Pico Pie and it was so good. Highly recomend the place. 💜 Lupe

Naturium Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2%

Ulta Haul September 2022

The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm

I ate this delicious pizza from Red Line Cafe in Chicago. It had pepperoni and hot giardiniera. I also had their Pico Pie and it was so good. Highly recomend the place.

💜 Lupe