#SheforShe Interview [ + a Rad Giveaway ]

I am so so so SO excited about today’s post.

Not too long ago, the wonderful ladies behind the blog She Only Lives Once, reached out to me about their #SheForShe campaign & once I got the gist of the whole concept, I couldn’t wait to be involved.

It’s a blog eat blog world out there, & that’s just not my thing. I respect, admire, appreciate, & am constantly in awe of my peers. I want to support these women, collaborate with them, & never ever compete. Us ladies gotta stick together, right?

So yea, that’s basically what #SheForShe is all about. Joining forces, helping each other, & most importantly- loving & appreciating YOURSELF.

The first part of this campaign was an interview with yours truley, & let’s just say, shit got personal. 

We talked in full detail about my struggles with anxiety, how I get over insecurities, what advice I have for other women going through hard times, how I got to where I am today, roadblocks I’ve faced, sacrifices I’ve made, the ladies that I find inspirational, etc. etc.

Answering all of the REALLY fabulous questions ended up being a major growth experience for me. I learned a lot about myself through these questions, & even did something I never really do, compliment myself. It was totally uncomfortable/awkward, but I must admit, it feels good to recognize your strengths & give yourself a lil’ pat on the back.

You can, and I really hope you do, check out the full interview here!

Now, for the second part of the #SheForShe campaign…

…an amazing GIVEAWAY to give back to all of you wonderful women!

To enter, please head over to my Instagram, as this is an Insta-only contest. If you don’t have Instagram, don’t fret, just shoot me an email & I will be sure to get you entered. It will only take a second to enter & the prize round up of all my personal favorite products is just too good to miss.

Here’s what you’ll win (totaling up to $250+):: 

Revitalash Volumizing Primer: This stuff is the BEES KNEES. Mascara never touches my lashes w/o primer, & this one is my personal preference. It conditions my lashes & preps them for serious length & volume.

BeautyKind $50 Giftcard: BeautyKind is amazing!!! Pick a cause, scope the amazing selection of beauty products, & a portion of each sale will help support the cause you chose. It’s seriously the coolest site, with the BEST selection of beauty products.

Urban Oreganica Lip Butter: Made from beets, this lip butter is the perfect lip & cheek tint. It Goes on smooth & gives the perfect amount of color. All products by Urban Oreganics are made from natural, sustainable, organic, & vegan ingredients. Plus, 5% of all sales go to various charities.

High Tech Cosmetics Instant Volume Lip Pencil: I’m all about the whole Kylie Jenner over lining trick, but this lip liner takes it a step further. It’s got Hyaluronic Filling Spheres, so it doesn’t only give the illusion of plump lips, it actually makes them fuller!

Philosophie Cacao Magic: I love love this stuff! It tastes great & is full of antioxidants, magnesium, Chinese herbs, medicinal mushrooms, and superfoods. I love to throw 2 tbsp. Cacao Magic, homemade almond milk, & ice into the blender for a quick chocolate shake. Follow their Instagram for more yummy Cacao Magic recipes!

UNCVRD earrings: Not only are these earrings so rad (I LOVE how they look like little geodes), they also donate 40% of each sale to end human trafficking, which is even radder.

RGB Liquid Buff: Whenever I take a break from nail polish (to keep them from getting yellow & suffocated, I use liquid buff for a clean runway model nail look. It also contains Vitamin E & Biotin to keep my nails strong & pretty.

Butter London Patent Shine Polish in Ta-Ta: Grey polish is my JAM & this 10-In-1 Formula is the perfect polish for an at home mani. It lasts for up to 10 days, seriously doesn’t chip, & looks like you got gels at the salon.

High Tech Cosmetics Instant Volume Lip Filler: Too accompany my plumping lip liner, I use this lipstick in BROWN (love a brown lip). It goes on smooth, the color is perfect, has a nice shine, & smells DELISH.

Tribe Alive Bracelet: This company is amazing! Not only do they have the cutest colorful jewelry (love the tiny tassels!), but they employ women in developing countries so they can have a steady & safe income. Their motto is, “Hope is our mission. Fashion is our medium”.