Hi everyone! I hope you are enjoying the first few days of summer! Me? well I’m almost 7 months pregnant, so that limits what I can do really, but I’m not complaining! My little man will be here in almost 2 months and I’m sooo exited!

Anyway, because of my baby I realize that I’m going to have to cut down on the self spending. I’m going to take one final big splurge-a-rama before my little man comes and steals all of my shine. In the next three weeks I plan to spend mucho dinero ( I don’t even know if I spelled that right, oh well). I’m going to have an extreme haul of make-up, hair, and beauty items. Want to go shopping with me? Well, you can’t. You can however take a peak at all the stuff I’m plaining to buy and create your own Hauliday list. I want to know what you guys are getting too!

*Click on the images to go to their respective web pages!

First stop, MAC Cosmetics

What? you knew that right? lol! They just opened a new mac counter in the Macy’s near me (If you live in the Bronx that would be the Macy’s in Parkchester. Check it out, and ask for “Martini” if he is available!) so it’s now easier for me to get my Mac fix.

- Mac Volcanic Ash Exfoliator $19.50 This item is a maybe only because it might not be at the counter by the time I get there. I’ve been hearing rave reviews about it from my fellow specktra members saying how soft and supple this facial exfoliater leaves your skin. Some were even mad that it is not a permanent item. It’s so good, I’ve even heard of people getting 10 or more back ups. While, I wont go that crazy, I will try and get two or more if supplies permit. I’m going to hate this if I end up loving this product, run out, and mac never reintroduces it to their stock.

- Mac Prep+Prime Microfine Lip Refinisher $14.50 For some reason, all throughout this pregnancy my lips (especially my bottom lip) have been dry as hell. No, I’m not dehydrated, I just think its something with the hormones. Before I apply any lip color I have to exfoliate my lips. I have been doing so with a hard .99¢ toothbrush and Vaseline! I think this will be much more gentle on my poor dry lips.

- Studio Finish SPF 35 Concealer $14.50 Can you believe I’ve never owned my own pan of this? I used to use my mothers before I knew better, which subsequently is too dark for my skin. Erin from Scandalous Beauty made a great video about how to use it to cover blemishes and get that smooth, non caked up look. I have been lusting for some after seeing that tutorial.

Other Mac Nonessentials

Some eyeshaodows (making sure to stay clear of any BLUE shadow. I own wayyyy too many), maybe a fluildline or two.

Second Stop, Sephora

- Laura Geller Blush-N-Brighten Blush $28.00 I’m a sucker for baked mineral products. They shimmer and glow so beautifully on darker skin. Not to mention that the product itself is a work of art. They say on sephora.com that these are for all skin tones, but first I’m going to try them all on … just to see which three I like the most. Maybe I might get them all, but at 28 bucks thats kinda pushing it a little bit.

- Anastasia Brow Enhancing Serum $35.00 - Prenatal pills are the SH*T for growing hair and nails, but I would like for my eyebrows to be a little thicker. Thanks to my over plucking, shaving, and the nasty little scar my old eyebrow ring left right on my arch, my left brow needs a little enhancing. Its worth a try right?

- Go Smile Go All Out Starter Kit with Advanced Formula B1$99.00 I’ve noticed that my teeth aren’t as white as they used to be. Alyssa is using this product and says it worked so I’m going to give it a try too! Its a little expensive even considering that its on sale from $127.50, but I’m really pressed for beautiful, white, bright teeth. I might get the summer kit in lieu of this one for the same price.

Other Sephora Nonessentials

A new tube of Urban Decay Primer Potion . Some Carol’s Daughter products. (if I don’t go to the Carol’s Daughter freestanding store in Harlem)

Because of all of my make up and the new “need for space” I have to get some new storage containers too. I currently use two of these (sterilite brand) to store my cosmetics. Its sad that my cosmetics and hair products are bursting out of 14 draws! I also have two smaller 3 draw chest that hold pigments, junk make-up, and jewelry. Pursebuzz made me remember something I had seen a long time ago in my fathers workspace. Click here to see what I’m going to get. Thanks for the heads up Elisa!

I’m also taking a trip to the container store . I’m getting some counter top storage for my cotton balls and other throw away things.

As for my hair? I think I’m going to make a major Hairsisters.com haulage as well! My mother is nagging me to get my hair braided, and I think thats exactly what I’m going to do because of the low maintenance. If you didn’t know, the ONLY brand of synthetic hair that I deal with is freetress. They quality is far more superb then any other brand and they have many diffrent options. I’m really feeling the curls on the model over there. at only $5.99 its a steal!

I’m also in LOVE with this hair piece right here. Its from Freetress and its fierce! I hardly go and get my hair done anymore (except if I want braids). I have the skills to hook myself up and I’m grateful that I don’t have to pay for the labor, only the products.

Im shelling out the big bucks in the next three weeks! I want to know now .. what are YOU getting to spoil yourself?

*If you haven’t entered the Eyes Have It contest then do it soon! Contest ends 6/25!