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Glitter, Grit & Yorkie Fur: My Daily Glam

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Coaching all day and being a full-time dog mom means I need makeup that works hard and lasts. These are my tried-and-true beauty faves — from sweat-proof essentials to glam go-tos — that keep me looking fierce, fresh, and fab whether I’m on the sidel...
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💄Dance Coach, Dog Mom, Always Camera-Ready💄

Between being a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and being a proud Yorkie mom 🐾, I don’t have time for complicated routines—I need makeup that’s quick, reliable, and makes me feel confident. These are my go-to produc...

 
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💄 e.l.f. Lip Plumping Gloss is a must-have! It gives a smooth, glossy finish with a subtle plump and just a hint of tingle. Affordable, non-sticky, and perfect for everyday glam. A total steal!
Lip Plumping Gloss
 
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Love the NARS Velvet Lip Pencil because it glides on smooth, has rich color, and gives a soft-matte finish without drying my lips. It lasts through my all-day coaching schedule and keeps me looking polished from practice to game time — no touch-ups n...
NARS Lip Pencils - Satin, Velvet, Velvet Matte, Lip Liner
 
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I am LOVING the e.l.f. Bite-Size Mini Eyeshadow Palette! 😍 Between being a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and running around with my Yorkies 🐾, I need eyeshadow that actually lasts—and this palette delivers! The c...
Bite-Size Mini Eyeshadow Palette
 
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I am absolutely obsessed with NARS Blush in Orgasm! 😍 Between being a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and keeping up with my Yorkies 🐾, I need a blush that’s effortless, long-lasting, and makes me look awake and ra...
NARS Blush - Blush, Contour, Highlighting
 
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As a dance coach, I live for products that deliver long-lasting glow—and Wet n Wild’s MegaGlo Highlighting Powder does not disappoint! It gives the perfect radiant finish that pops under studio lights and still shines on game day. The formula is sil...
MegaGlo™ Highlighting Powder
 
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If you know me, you know my days go from Student Life Specialist mode to dog mom life in the blink of an eye — and somehow, my makeup still needs to look like I actually had time to do it. That’s where the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray earns ...
All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray
 
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As a pro dance coach, I need makeup that moves with me, handles the heat (literally), and still looks flawless by the end of a long day coaching, creating, and cuddling with my Yorkie babies. The SEPHORA COLLECTION Best Skin Ever Concealer delivers. ...
SEPHORA COLLECTION Best Skin Ever Multi-Use Concealer
 
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Let me tell you — the shade Rosewood is that girl. 😍 As someone who’s constantly bouncing between campus events, dance practices, and chasing my Yorkies around, I need a lip liner that won’t disappear by the time I finish my first coffee. This Sepho...
SEPHORA COLLECTION Colorful 8HR Longwear Transferproof Lip Liner
 
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The Sephora Mega Mix Eyeshadow Palette in Fiery Warm Nude is EVERYTHING! I’m obsessed with the warm neutral tones — they’re so flattering and easy to wear on any skin tone. It comes with 9 gorgeous shades, and the mix is perfect: smooth, blendable ma...
As the Dance Coach for the Fishers Freight pro football team, I need makeup that performs as hard as I do — and this palette totally delivers! Whether I’m going for a natural game day glow or a full glam look, it holds up and looks amazing all day....
SEPHORA COLLECTION Mega Mix Eyeshadow Palette
 
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I really love the Laura Geller The Bright Stuff Illuminating Under Eye Concealer—it’s quickly become one of my everyday favorites. I’m always on the lookout for something that brightens up my under eyes without feeling heavy or settling into fine lin...
The Bright Stuff Illuminating Under Eye Concealer
 
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Between working full-time as a Student Life Specialist and keeping up with my two Yorkies, Azúcar and Mariposa, my mornings are all about simplicity — and that’s exactly why I’ve been loving the Patrick Ta Beauty Essential Artistry Edit Eyeshadow Pal...
Major Dimension Essential Artistry Edit Eyeshadow Palette
 
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You all know I love anything that makes my mornings easier and my eyes pop—this mascara? Totally does both. Benefit They're Real! Magnet Extreme Lengthening Mascara is my new obsession. It gives my lashes major length and lift without feeling heavy or clumpy, which is a must when I’m running between work at IU Columbus, coaching Azucar and Mariposa, and filming social content. 🐾💛 I love how buildable it is—you can do a natural day look or go full glam for a night out. The magnetic technology is actually kinda cool (not gonna lie, I geek out over that stuff a little). It separates and fans my lashes so well that even without eyeliner, my eyes feel... length, lift, and a mascara that actually works with your busy, on-the-go life, this one’s a must. Even Azucar and Mariposa approve… mostly because I’m smiling more when I’m doing my makeup. 😉🐶
They're Real! Magnet Extreme Lengthening Mascara
 
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Okayyyy let me just say — this e.l.f. Retractable Eyeliner has NO business being this good for the price. Like, how is something this cheap actually slaying harder than the expensive brands? 😂✨ As a busy dance coach, dog mom, and always-on-the-go c...
No Budge Retractable Waterline Eyeliner

💇‍♀️ My Hair Care Must-Haves 💇‍♀️

With long hair, a busy schedule as a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and running around with my Yorkies 🐾, I need hair products that are reliable, affordable, and actually deliver results. These are my go-to favorit...

 
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 — Loving My New Hair Vibes! 💜✨ I usually go for Feria 63, but it had been out of stock, so I decided to try 65 — and honestly? I’m loving it! 😍 The color came out even better than I expected. It’s vibrant, multi-dimensional, and give...
L'Oreal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Hair Color
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OMG, I am obsessed! 😍 Between being a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and chasing my Yorkies 🐾, I don’t have time for constant salon visits. That’s why L’Oréal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Hair Color, 63 is...
L'Oreal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Hair Color 63
 
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As a Student Life Specialist, a pro dance coach for the Fishers Freight, and a full-time Yorkie mom 🐶💕, my days are nonstop—and my hair has to keep up with me. The TRESemmé Extra Hold Hairspray has been such a lifesaver. It holds through long campu...
TRES TWO Extra Hold Hair Spray
 
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As a Student Life Specialist, Fishers Freight Dance Coach, and full-time Yorkie mom 🐾, my long hair goes through a lot—heat styling with my straightening comb and hair dryer, long days, and windy dog walks. The Pro-V Nutrient Boost Heat Protectant P...
Pro-V Nutrient Boost Heat Protectant Pre-Styling Spray
 
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Between my days as a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and running around with my Yorkies 🐾, I need my long hair to look polished and full of life. The L’Oréal BOOST IT Volume Inject Hair Mousse has been a total lifes...
Advanced Hairstyle BOOST IT Volume Inject Hair Mousse - L'Oréal Paris
 
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My Hair’s BFF! 🥥✨ I use the Marc Anthony Coconut & Shea Dry Styling Oil, and wow — this stuff is amazing! 😍 As someone always running between work, dance, and dog walks 🐾, I need products that actually work without taking forever. This oil lea...
Coconut & Shea Nourishing Dry Styling Oil - Marc Anthony
 
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As a dance coach, especially on game days, my hair goes through it all—heat, sweat, and serious styling. Sexy Hair Dream Catcher is my new go-to! It leaves my hair soft, smooth, and manageable without feeling heavy. And can we talk about the mandari...
Big Spray & Play Harder Dream Catcher
 
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I am LOVING the TYMO Hair Straightener Brush! 😍 I’ve had it for almost three years, and it’s still going strong—no problems at all. Between being a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and keeping up with my Yorkies 🐾, ...
TYMO Hair Straightener Brush
 
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Used to dry weather, now dealing with humidity—and this gel delivers. Olaplex Nº.10 keeps my curls soft, defined, and frizz-free all day. No crunch, just bounce. 💁‍♀️✨
Nº.10 Bond Shaper™ Curl Defining Gel
 
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Between being a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Pro Dance Team, and keeping up with my Yorkies 🐾, I don’t have time to fight with frizz. My ends and those stubborn side hairs always give me trouble, but this serum has really he...
Hair Smoothing Anti-Frizz Serum

✨ My Go-To Skincare Favorites ✨

As a busy Student Life Specialist, dance coach, and Yorkie mom 🐾, I need skincare that really works, fits my lifestyle, and doesn’t break the bank. These are the tried-and-true products that keep my skin looking fresh, smooth, and healthy—without th...

 
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With all my allergies, finding a face cleanser that doesn’t cause irritation is tough. The Neutrogena Original Amber Bar (Fragrance-Free) has been such a relief. It cleans my skin without any burning, redness, or reactions—something I can’t always sa...
Neutrogena Original Amber Bar Fragrance-Free Facial Cleansing Bar
 
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Between my role as a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and being a Yorkie mom 🐾, I don’t have time (or budget) for a complicated skincare routine. The Olay Super Serum has been such a great find—it feels lightweight, ...
Super Serum 5 Luxury Serum Benefits in 1
 
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Between long days as a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and morning walks with my Yorkies 🐾, my under eyes really take a beating. The L’Oréal Age Perfect Eye Cream has been a lifesaver—it’s creamy but lightweight, si...
L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Cell Renewal Eye Cream
 
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I’ve been wearing sunscreen since I was 10, and now at 53, it’s hands-down the secret to having very few fine lines—and the Kiehl’s Sunscreen is a staple in my routine. As a Student Life Specialist, coaching the Fishers Freight Dance Team, and walkin...
Broad Spectrum Facial Sunscreens
 
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I’ve been using the No7 Future Renew Eye Serum, and I’m seriously impressed! As someone juggling work at IUC, coaching dance, and staying active 🐾, my eyes can look tired more often than I’d like. This serum feels super lightweight, absorbs quickly,...
Future Renew Damage Reversal Eye Serum, 15ml

🐾 Tail-Wagging Essentials for My Furbabies 🐾

Being a Yorkie mom keeps me busy, and I only trust products that make life easier, safer, and more fun for my little fluffballs. From grooming essentials to toys, accessories, and health must-haves, this list includes everything my Yorkiepoo and York...

 
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CHI for Dogs Detangling & Shine Spray is my secret weapon for styling Azúcar’s little pigtails! Her Yorkiepoo curls can get a bit unruly, but a quick mist of this makes her hair soft, shiny, and totally manageable. It helps smooth flyaways, keep...
CHI for Dogs Detangling Finishing Spray
 
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I use these clippers on both my Yorkiepoo and Yorkie, and they have been a total game changer! The motor is quiet, which keeps them calm during grooming, and the clippers are super easy to use even if you’re not a pro groomer. I love that I can groom...
Clipper for Dog Grooming at Home | Quiet & Cordless
 
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I absolutely love this harness for my Yorkie! It’s easy to put on and take off, which makes walks so much simpler. The fit feels secure, and the escape-proof design gives me peace of mind. My favorite feature is the sturdy handle—it’s perfect for qui...
AKAILEA Escape Proof Reflective Dog Harness
 
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This backpack is perfect for my tiny Yorkiepoo, who isn’t the biggest fan of walking alongside her Yorkie sister, lol! As soon as we get ready to go somewhere, she happily jumps right in. It’s comfortable for her, easy to wear, and makes outings so m...
Pet Carrier
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Even though my Yorkiepoo and Yorkie aren’t puppies anymore 🐾, the CHI® Tearless Puppy Shampoo is still my go-to for bath time. It’s super gentle, smells amazing, and leaves their coats soft, shiny, and tangle-free—without any tears or fuss. Bath tim...
CHI® for Dogs Tearless Puppy Shampoo
 
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dentley’s Rawhide Alternative Collagen Braids — Yorkie + Yorkiepoo Approved! My Yorkie and Yorkiepoo may be tiny, but they are tough little chewers — like, fearless when they get a treat in their mouth. 😂 And these Dentley’s Rawhide Alter...
Dentley's Rawhide Alternative Collagen Rolls 4 Count 8.4 OZ

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The Bearpaw Isabella Women’s Waterproof Winter Boots are officially my new winter besties! As someone who’s constantly on the go — between IUC, dance events, and running around with my Yorkies — these boots have been a game changer. First of all, th...
Bearpaw Women's Isabella Waterproof Winter Boot