Trends to watch for

As someone who loves all things makeup and skincare (OK fine, a little obsessed), I thought I'd take a few moments to share with you the latest beauty trends that are popping up that you can expect to see more of! If you've tried any of these or are interested, let me know! I'd love to hear what's working for you.

Here are the top three trends I'm noticing in the beauty world this fall:

1. Micellar water: What is it? It's essentially little oil bits suspended in water. It's long been used by makeup artists and models to quickly and effectively remove makeup without having to rinse. You just pour some micellar cleansing water onto a cotton pad and wipe your face clean. Because no water rinsing is needed, many people with sensitive skin are turning to micellar waters as their primary cleansers. One that's really gained a cult following is Bioderma, but brands like Caudalie, Avene, La Roche-Posay, and Darphin carry their own variations as well. Notice a similarity among the brands -- that they all sound french? That's because micellar waters originated in France, but you'll see American brands popping them out soon. Before you know it, they'll be all over the place. Until then, you can order online, or check out Koh Gen Do's Spa Water at your local Sephora.

2. A move toward natural cosmetics: Whether it's trying African black soap followed by raw shea butter for acne, or keeping wrinkles at bay with extra virgin coconut oil, it seems just about everyone is turning to more simple, gentle and natural skin care solutions. Olive oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil, castor oil -- there's an oil for every skin type and concern, and you can get a lot for your money. When you see results that are more effective and save you money, it's really a win-win. Interested in which oils are right for your skin type? Check out this guide.

3. Skinny liquid eyeliner cat eyes: Whether you're scoping out the runways or watching the beauty blogs, this chic look is playful and seductive, retro and cool. If you're not so sure you have the steady hand for painting a perfect cat eye, try a felt-tip marker eyeliner, like Cargo Texas Liquid Eyeliner. My own little tip for you: Start from halfway, right above your pupil and draw outward. This is the easy part -- you can touch it up and it can be a little thicker. Then, when you go inward, use barely the tip because this part should be thinner. Otherwise, just experiment and have fun!