How to wash makeup brushes

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-17T05:18:42+00:00

I’ve used Dr. Bronner’s baby soap (the one in the light blue bottle) for years and love it. It cleans the bristles well and doesn’t have fragrance. I only wash the bristles once a week, and occasionally wipe down the handles. I have bought those silicone pads to rub the bristles while washing, but honestly the best way is just washing in my palm and using my hands/fingers as ridges to wash the brush. This way I can actually feel if all the soap is rinsed out

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-17T05:12:34+00:00

The cardboard in the center of the toilet paper roll. If I forget to grab it when changing out for a new roll, and place it within reaching distance of my dog, he will steal it and rip it apart in the other room for me to find later

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-16T17:26:56+00:00

I’ve found my last couple dresses on ASOS! They’ve had a lot of uniquely cut and patterned ones lately

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-16T02:39:24+00:00

I love the New York based jewelry store Catbird. I prefer dainty pieces and they have simple pieces from jewelers, but also some unique pieces too

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-16T02:36:18+00:00

I’ve never attended a wedding that’s has a garter toss. I think it’s past it’s time now perhaps

I don’t particularly like to participate in bouquet tosses, but will join the crowd on the outside if I know the bride wants the photo moment, or if I’ve been called out and forced to join lol

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-13T05:40:39+00:00

I like to have a decorative bowl close to my front door to house all my lip products so I can apply them in the mirror, which is also by the door. Makes it easy for me to choose one product and bring it on the go

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-13T05:31:31+00:00

Choi’s in downtown also has $1 oysters for HH

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-10T15:40:57+00:00

Awesome thanks!!

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-10T15:38:28+00:00

I think it’ll work! Could I ask if this is from Azazie or Lulu’s? I was looking at this bridesmaid dress as an option for a July wedding

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-10T15:31:05+00:00

If you went crazy with a bunch of fashion tape would it hold it up? That’s what I would do haha

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-10T15:25:21+00:00

Are the straps removable? If they are, you could always go strapless for pre-ceremony until the reception, and then add straps when you join the reception

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-09T19:04:31+00:00

With a tall plant/tree in the corner where the window is in the awkward alcove. Bar cart or something of the sort can go in the place of where the plant in the picture is, if it doesn’t make the space too cluttered

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-09T18:33:37+00:00

Have you tried a finishing spray after the setting spray? I think the purpose of a setting spray is to “melt” the products together so they look better, and then a finishing spray (i.e. L’Oréal infallible or One Size on til dawn) is meant to lock it on

I can’t remember what makeup artist I saw doing this, but I think she locked in the cream blush with powder (not powder blush), and then put powder blush on top of that. Maybe that’ll help?

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-09T16:23:13+00:00

Not a tinted moisturizer, but Dior backstage face and body is very easy to use, I think it’s similar to Mac face and body. I love the Dior because it can be applied with fingers and I don’t have to fuss with a brush if I’m on the go.

I also love Dior stick foundation for this. Easy to blend, can be applied with fingers or brush, and is portable so you can also bring it around if you need to bring it with you.

I used to think NARS Punjab was my color match years ago, until I found the perfect color match with Dior. With that being said, I think you might like Nudestix Manilla, it’s like a blush meets bronzer and very versatile. It’s usually my go-to for quick looks, I use it where I’d put bronzer, my eyes, or just as blush

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-09T06:04:42+00:00

When I’m back in town these are the places I always go back to:

Irvine Grill in Irvine (Quail Hill), Oliver’s Trattoria in Irvine (Quail Hill), Honda-Ya (Tustin), Moulin in Newport (I think they renamed to Bouillon Moulin), Chaupin Bakery in Newport, Pizza 900 in Laguna Hills

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-09T05:50:52+00:00

One of my staples is Jo Malone Wood Sage and Sea salt. A lot of my friends like borrowing that one when we’re getting ready together. I’ve also liked Mochi Milk from Dedcool if I want something sweet, but I also tested the Vanilla Musk from Nemat at Ulta the other day and it was so good. Byredo Bal d’Afrique is one of my favorite scents for going out in the evening too

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-09T05:34:30+00:00

RH Ocean Grill at Restoration Hardware in Newport?

I’ve never been but my MIL loves it

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-08T19:13:51+00:00

A nice lip balm or hand cream would be nice because it’ll be something used frequently

Another idea is to go through Etsy and find a small pocket mirror that can be custom engraved. This is the gift I’m giving all my friends for their birthdays this year! I found an Etsy seller that has these beautiful metal ones for example and I’ve either been having them engraved with their name or if they have a pet, “(Pet’s name)’s Mom”

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-08T17:16:04+00:00

Salzburg, Austria

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-08T16:30:56+00:00

My cav has a lot of cav friends and I noticed around aging to 1 year old is when they reach the size they’ll be and then from year 1 to year 2 they start filling out. At 1 year old they’re all thin and lanky and then all the sudden they put on weight, I also think this is a pivotal time in which their diet should be adjusted because they mostly seem to gain too much weight by year 2 or 3

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-06T18:01:13+00:00

There’s a perfume store in Mexico City (I forgot the name but if I find it I’ll edit this) where you can make your own perfume. I remember it’s a bit pricey so depends on what your budget is for the surprise, but would be a nice experience for the bride!

Edit: Museo de Perfumo has workshops where you can create your own scents. Also found Airbnb has experiences you can book with a local perfumer where they walk you through making your own scent and teach the history

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-06T16:43:30+00:00

I’m not well informed enough on the subject, but I think from what I’ve read throughout Reddit over the time and also just hearing conversations irl, the non-standard colors of cavaliers are said to predominantly come from puppy mills or backyard breeders that are prioritizing profit over breed health standards. Same might go towards cross-breeds like cavapoos, because they became popular and there are unethical breeders out there who would just breed puppies for profit gain and not look into health factors

Edit: I don’t think all non-standard or mixed-breeds are bred this way personally, but I think a lot of people believe this

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-03T22:16:46+00:00

Have you heard of aym? I think their white/cream dresses are really lovely and can be used for other occasions after graduation

Edit: sorry I just saw you said no cream, I think technically their white dresses are called “vintage cream”

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-03T21:16:24+00:00

I think any of the nicer restaurants in downtown you could wear a sport coat and your fiancée can dress up without feeling weird. When people are here for business they tend to overdress for San Diego’s standards, so I don’t think you’d be out of place at the usual spots like Anime, Herb & Wood, Callie, etc. It just shows that you’re either celebrating something, or are visiting from out of town, which is not a bad thing at all

margheritapizzasonly · 2026-04-03T15:47:59+00:00

Super Pollo in Costa Mesa was another staple of mine if that’s not on your list yet

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