If you’re anything like me, taking care of your skin is a huge priority. As a teenager, I struggled with really bad acne which made me super self conscious. As an adult, I managed to get my acne under control…
Summer 2022 Beauty Buys
I’ve been trying not to stock up on too many beauty products this year because I’m being thoughtful about wedding planning (and wedding budgeting!). That being said, it’s my first summer back in the United States in several years, and…
2021 Gift Guides: Gifts for the Beauty Junkie
Christmas is the perfect time to indulge in skincare and beauty. This time of year provides the most opportunities to dress up and add a bold lip or sparkly eye. It’s also the time of year when brands put out…
Is Microneedling Worth it?
As a teenager, I had acne. Not the kind where you get three bumps on your chin, but the kind that leaves lasting marks. Now that I’m an adult, I’ve gotten my acne under control. Between balancing my hormones and…
My New Favorite Electric Toothbrush + Giveaway
A few of my girlfriends and I have a saying this year – 30 is knocking. We are all in our last year of our 20s and can feel the next decade creeping up on us. For me this means…
May Beauty Favorites
As the month is about to wrap up, I wanted to share some of my May beauty favorites. With a trip to the US this month, I bought a lot of beauty products that I don’t always get in the…
Is the NuFace Mini Worth It?
During Black Friday last year, I decided to invest in some skincare tools. With the continued lockdown, I wasn’t spending as much on clothes. And with so much extra time at home, my skincare routine was getting more extensive. So…
My Favorite The Ordinary Products
If you follow along on Instagram, chances are you’ve heard me talk about my favorite The Ordinary products. A few years ago when I was out of a job here in Amsterdam, I had to figure out how to match…
I’m 28, and I Get Botox
It’s kind of scary to tell someone you get Botox, especially in your 20s. There’s such a stigma around the injectable (or really any injectable). The media loves to attack any woman who seems to defy age. At the same…
Easy DIY Spring Nail Trend
During a time like this, I have to admit I’m very glad that I don’t get my nails done in a salon. I’m sure you’ve seen the memes going around of the grown out nail beds once we get out…
My 2020 Winter Skincare Routine
Guys, it’s been way too long since I’ve written a beauty post. Of course, fashion and travel are my two favorite topics. But I’ve decided to make beauty a bit more of a priority over here on kelseyybarnes.com this
The Reason I Stopped Using Dry Shampoo
It’s a beauty heavy week on kelseyybarnes.com, but this is a post that I’ve been wanting to share with you guys for a while, so I’m doing it. I have been a huge fan of dry shampoo since discovering it…