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The Only Christmas Playlist You Need This Holiday Season

Because really who doesn't love Christmas music?

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It's only days away from December 1st and it already seems like everyone is in the holiday spirit (I know I am). I don't know about you but I typically just throw on a radio station when I listen to Christmas music, and I'm constantly running into the issue of hearing the same song over and over, just by different artists.

So to solve that problem this year, I created a playlist of all the classics you need this holiday season.

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5 Essentials Everyone Needs In Their Seasonal Makeup Collection

'Tis the season for glitter, bold lipstick and smiles.

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5 Essentials Everyone Needs In Their Seasonal Makeup Collection

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Are you ready to jump into fall glam? The season of dark lipstick, spicy perfumes and flawless foundation is upon us. Is your makeup kit stocked? Here are five things everyone should include in theirs:

A Beauty Blender

A necessity for blending concealer and foundations to seamless perfection, this tool is a go-to for beauty gurus everywhere. The official Beauty Blender will run you about $20, but great substitutes can be found at the drugstore by Real Techniques and other brands.

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10 Affirmations All College Students Should Tell Themselves Before Breakfast

Positive affirmations are an efficient weapon against the tyranny of bad days... which happen... because #college

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10 Affirmations All College Students Should Tell Themselves Before Breakfast

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College, for lack of a more accurate or appropriate phrase, is a s*it show. Ten-paged papers, hour-long presentations, and procrastinated projects liter the already overwhelming schedules of college students everywhere! If you are a college student and you value your mental health, I suggest you make these next 10 affirmations apart of your "before-breakfast" routine!

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15 Makeup Tips I've Learned From Professional Artists

These are some words from the wise that have saved my makeup game.

Fordham University

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15 Makeup Tips I've Learned From Professional Artists

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Makeup has never been my strong suit. From the time I bought my very first eyeshadow palette and pack of frosty lip glosses from the dollars store, I always felt the need to ask my mom to help me put it on. As I got older, I started seeking out more professional tips to take on more advanced looks. Before leaving for college, I attended a few fashion shows, beauty panels, and one-on-one makeup lessons to receive a wide range of tips from professionals.

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Because really who doesn't love Christmas music?

1. All I Want For Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey

2. Last Christmas- Wham!

3. Happy Xmas (War is Over) - John Lennon, Yoko Ono, ...

4. The Christmas Song - Nat "King" Cole

5. Santa Baby - Eartha Kitt

6. Rockin Around the Christmas Tree - Brenda Lee

7. The Chipmunk Song - The Chipmunks & David Seville

8. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - Judy Garland

9. White Christmas - Bing Crosby

10. Wonderful Christmastime - Paul McCartney

11. Jingle Bell Rock - Bobby Helms

12. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer - Helene Fischer

13. Step Into Christmas - Elton John

14. Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) - Darlene Love

15. Run Rudolph Run - Chuck Berry

16. Feliz Navidad - Jose Feliciano

17. Little Saint Nick - The Beach Boys

18. Do They Know It's Christmas - Band Aid

19. I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus - Jackson 5

20. Blue Christmas - Elvis Presley

21. Please Come Home For Christmas - Eagles

22. The First Noel - Josh Groban

23. Someday at Christmas - Stevie Wonder

24. Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer - Elmo & Patsy

25. Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town - Bruce Springsteen

26. Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! - Dean Martin

27. Deck the Halls - Manheim Steamroller

28. Frosty the Snowman - Jimmy Durante

29. A Holly Jolly Christmas - Burl Ives

30. Christmas Time Is Here - Vince Guaraldi Trio

31. Sleigh Ride - The Ronettes

32. Do You Hear What I Hear? - Whitney Houston

33. It's Beginning To Look A lot Like Christmas - Michael Buble

34. It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year - Andy Williams

35. Little Drummer Boy - Josh Groban

36. Hallelujah- Pentatonix

37. Baby It's Cold Outside - Zooey Deschanel (Elf Soundtrack)

38. This Christmas - Donny Hathaway

39. Winter Wonderland - Aretha Franklin

40. Christmas Wrapping - The Waitresses

41. All I Want For Christmas (Is You) - Spike Jones & His City Slickers

42. O Holy Night - Celine Dion

43. (There's No Place Like) Home - Perry Como

44. Marshmallow World - Darlene Love

45. Merry Christmas Baby - Charles Brown & Friends

46. Peace on Earth / Little Drummer Boy - David Bowie & Bing Crosby

47. Pennies From Heaven - Louis Prima

'Tis the season for glitter, bold lipstick and smiles.

A Beauty Blender

Foundation That Gives You A Seasonal Glow

A Bold Lipstick

A Highlighter That Blinds

A Versatile Eye Shadow Palette

Positive affirmations are an efficient weapon against the tyranny of bad days... which happen... because #college

1. I am READY to start my day

2. I am whole

3. I am going to finish this degree

4. I WILL finish my work on time

5. I am loved AND I love myself

6. I will work out today. And, I will like it.

7. I am a holistically healthy human being

8. I am going to “stay in my lane” and run my own race, at my own pace

9. I am patient, kind, peaceful, and calm

10. I am satisfied with where my life is at right now

These are some words from the wise that have saved my makeup game.

1. Toner is a must for your skin's health

2. Primer is your friend

3. Concealers vary in form and usage

4. Put on eye makeup before concealer

5. Wash your hands before application

6. Buy a few shades of concealer if you're a sun bum

7. Blend makeup into your neck

8. Wash your brushes frequently to prevent breakouts

9. Use makeup remover as a tool

10. Over-lining your lips can't hurt you

11. Do whatever works for you

12. If it's not broken, don't fix it

13. Simple is sexy

14. Always remember that ~you~ are there under any makeup you put on