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MY FAVORITE MAKEUPGEEK EYESHADOWS FOR FALL!

October 3, 2016 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that all of you are having a great start to your week! I have been reaching for my Z-palette a lot lately because some of my Makeup Geek shadows have been absolutely perfect for fall! Makeup Geek cosmetics sell individual eye shadow pan singles, which means that they do not come in a case or a palette, so you need to use something like a Z-palette to store them in. I love these eyeshadows because they are incredibly pigmented, you can customize your own palette, and only buy what you truly love. The shadow singles shown range in price from $6-$10 each. I hope you enjoy seeing these shadows and if you’d like to see more Makeup Geek reviews or hauls in the future, please let me know in the comments : )

MAKEUP GEEK FALL SHADOW FAVORITES:

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Cherry Cola, Roulette, Cocoa Bear, Beaches & Cream, In the Spotlight, Cosmopolitan (*Note: pictured left to right):

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I hope that you enjoyed seeing these STUNNING shadows! They are gorgeous worn together or with just one or two packed onto the lid. And don’t forget to enter my giveaway on my YouTube channel! Entering is easy : ) Have a wonderful week!

5 MINUTE “MOM” MAKEUP AND MY DAUGHTER DOES MY MAKEUP!

July 6, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I get a lot of questions asking how I get ready every day or put on makeup every day when I have little three very young kids, so I thought I would share a few favorites for my super rushes mornings with you today. People also sometimes ask why I get ready when I have three very young kids and stay at home with them. How I get ready is I wake up early ; ) But in all seriousness, I make the choice to wake up earlier than my kids so that I can have a cup of coffee, a few minutes with my husband, and some time to throw on a little makeup in peace. Some days it works out and I have a full face of makeup on and even manage to curl my hair, other day I just slap a little on and throw my hair into a sock bun. Now, why do I always have makeup on? A lot of people assume that it is because we Daily Vlog our lives, but I’ve always been one to “get ready” every day. To me it is worth the extra effort because it makes me feel ready to have a happy and productive day. I feel a sense of control in a very hectic life, and feel “ready” for the day. Also, waking up early is so much less stressful in the long run because not only can I get myself ready, but I can compose myself, prepare breakfast, and THEN let the chaos begin!

5 Minute “Mom” Makeup Favorites:

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L’Oreal Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream in Fair

E.L.F Contouring Blush & Bronzer

Colour Pop Super Shock Eye Shadows (you can apply with your fingers!)

L’oreal Lineur Intense Felt Tip Liquid Eyeliner in Black

Covergirl Super Sizer Mascara

Too Faced Brow Quickie in Universal Taupe

Maybelline Dream Wonder Powder in Ivory

Covergirl Oh Sugar! Vitamin Infused Balm in Jelly

Hailey Does My Makeup:

Thank you for reading! I hope that you have a wonderful rest of your week! : ) xx

HOW I GET MONEY FOR SHOPPING ONLINE (REALLY!) USING EBATES!

June 15, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I do a large part of my shopping online because I love shopping small and local when I can, but with three young kids and living in a small town that can be near impossible. I try to shop smart with sales and use coupons if I have a great one for something I actually need, but that’s always been pretty much the extent of money saving savvy for me. I kept hearing people talk about Ebates but I was skeptical because I thought I didn’t spend enough to actually get anything back, or thought that they would have some super involved sign up that would leave my head spinning. I made my account about a month ago, and have already gotten almost $20 plus a $10 giftcard! WHAT?! Below I will tell you how you can too! EVEN if you hate coupons : )

How To Sign Up for eBates:

I love eBates because signing up was EASY! I created an account in a couple of minutes without having to link a bank account or anything else that might leave some people uncomfortable. You can sign up for eBates here.

How It Works:

Before you make an online purchase you go to eBates.com and log-in to your eBates account. Once you are logged into your account you will search for the store that you would like to do a little shopping at. And then you click “shop now” and you will be redirected to the website of the store you want to make a purchase on. Right now Sephora, one of my personally favorites, has 8.0% CASH BACK on eBates! That is awesome! And the list of stores they have is incredibly long and diverse. You can get 8.0% cash back today at stores like Nike, Under Armour, American Eagle, and Sears. They are also beginning to do in-store cash back with a linked card, but I haven’t tried that *yet*.

How You Get Paid:

You can pick if you’d like to get a paper check in the mail to the address you provide on your account OR you can link your PayPal and be paid into your account directly. You also get a $10 giftcard to Walmart if you make a qualifying $25+ purchase within the first 90 days of joining. You can also share your link with friends and earn money if they sign up using your link. The biggest thing is to REMEMBER to go to Ebates first before you shop! I bought the kids new shoes from Stride Rite and kicked myself later because I forgot to use Ebates!!

Do you use Ebates or other websites or apps to get cash back? Be sure to let me know in the comments! I like to save money whenever I can : ) Who doesn’t! I hope that you have a wonderful rest of you week and weekend! Tomorrow Stephan and I head to Mackinac Island for our wedding anniversary! We are leaving all three kids for the first time EVER!! Be sure to follow along on our Daily Vlog channel! xx

Memorial Day 2016

May 30, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Each year on Memorial Day I take a break from my typical blogging and dedicate my post to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Thank you.

I hope all of you had a wonderful weekend!

CYBER CLEAN: THE HIGH-TECH CLEANING COMPOUND REVIEW

April 6, 2016 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

If you follow our daily family vlog channel, then you probably know that I talked about receiving these products for consideration and review. If you don’t want our vlogs, or missed the vlog where I mentioned these products, you are probably confused because this isn’t a place where you usually find cleaning product reviews! I don’t always say yes to product offers, and I always try to review things that I think are something my readers (that’s YOU!) would enjoy and also fit in with the general theme of my blog. So, while I know I don’t usually talk about cleaning products, hang in there with me because I think these are worth sharing. As always, all opinions are my own and I never accept money in exchange for a positive review. I was not paid for this review, but given the products for my consideration.

Cyber Clean: The High-Tech Cleaning Compound

Items Tested and Reviewed:

Car Interior Cyber Clean and Home & Office Cyber Clean

Product Claims Tested:

1.Removes germs on contact and enters even the tightest gaps and crevices that cannot be reached with conventional cleaners

I found this to be very true! My husband, Stephan, LOVED using it for all those tiny spots in the car between the front seats and on the dashboard that otherwise require using a toothbrush or else paying to have your car professionally detailed. It took minutes to clean all those little crevices! So cool…yep, cleaning stuff is cool because I’m an adult ; ) I also tried this on my keyboard and our remotes, and it was pretty awesomely gross ; )

2. Leaves no residue

I also found this to be true, but it does have a very strong scent that I don’t find very pleasant! It smells like chemicals even though it says it is based on natural ingredients, and I washed my hands REALLY well after using this.

3. Simply press it on, and the dirt is gone! Do not rub

Yep, this is true! I had the best luck pressing firmly and then slowly pulling it back up. It is cool to be able to see the grime that you maybe couldn’t see, and definitely couldn’t reach lift off of whatever surface your cleaning.

Product In Action:

Pros:

-It works fast for all those little spots that are so hard to clean in your car

-It makes me feel better knowing that I’ve been able to truly clean the electronics that we touch constantly

-It is reusable until the color changes (it comes with a chart to help you determine when it’s donezo)

-It has a container to keep it airtight

-Proven to eliminate more than 99% of germs commonly found on different surfaces

-Protects against harmful bacteria and promotes a healthy living environment

Cons:

-I really don’t like the smell

-It is super cool, kind of like flubber, so it worries me that the kids might try to play with or eat (looking at you Logan!) it, so definitely don’t let you little loves see this

Overall:

I really loved this for the car! I want to use it again when I’m finally able to detail my car for spring! We are in the middle of a snow storm currently (yep, in April!) so I haven’t vacuumed or cleaned up my car yet for spring, but this product will definitely now be a staple for getting it done faster. I also liked the Home & Office one too, but it just wasn’t quite as amazing to me as car Car Interior results.

Where to Buy:

You can purchase Cyber Clean on Amazon.com or MyQuestStore.com

Thank you for reading! Let me know about any spring cleaning projects you have been working on in the comments!

MAKING A HOTEL STAY EASY (EVEN WITH YOUNG KIDS) | 5 THINGS TO PACK! + PICTURES OF OUR ADVENTURES!

March 16, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

We have traveled about once a month with kids for years, but with the exception of our trip to Walt Disney World and a few longer weekends away, we usually only were gone for one night. Now that I have been away from home every week for the past 6 weeks, I feel like I have some really good tips for making hotel life easier. If you’re wondering why I have been away from home, you can check out our daily vlogs : )

1. PACK OUTFITS NOT CLOTHES

It saves me so much time to have my clothes and my kids clothes packed by outfit (shirt, pants, undies, socks) and I know what I have packed matches and isn’t excessive. I of course pack extras, but I pack an outfit for each day plus 1-2 extras because in most situations you could run to a store or do laundry if you ever needed more clothing than packed.

2. PACK A SOUND MACHINE

I absolutely LOVE our Dex Baby Sound Machine and we always pack it for even the shortest trips. Actually, we love it so much we own two of them. This helps to make the sleep environment as much like home as possible. It also helps if noises are different than home or the walls are thin.

3. BUY A SMALL PLASTIC DRYING RACK

I had never thought to purchase a small plastic dish drying rack until we started this long term stay, but it is so curtail! I found a small rack at Target for about $5 and it makes it easy to wash out sip cups, bottles, travel coffee mugs, and whatever else you might need to rinse out without overcrowding the sink area. Is it ideal? No, but it gets the job done.

4. GET HAMPERS FROM THE DOLLAR TREE

In my Walt Disney World Dollar Tree/Hobby Lobby Haul video I shared that I bought pop-up hampers to sort laundry when traveling. I will NEVER go on a trip again without doing this! I bought a couple pop-up hampers and a mesh laundry bag this time and it is so nice to not have to try to separate your dirty and clean clothing in the suitcase.

5. BUY A HANGING TOILETRY HOLDER

I have had one of these since my college spring break days, and it is the best! It holds all of my toiletry items (not counting my makeup, because let’s not get carried away!), and the toiletry items for the rest of my family perfectly. It is so nice to not have the bathroom counter cluttered with products, and you can see the items while it’s hanging so it makes things simple. I don’t like living out of a suitcase, I prefer to unpack somewhat, so having the toiletries like this helps a lot.

SOME PICTURES FROM OUR LATEST ADVENTURE:

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Have a wonderful rest of your week and weekend! Please subscribe!! xx

THIS ONE IS FOR YOU, HAILS!

February 24, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

If you follow our daily vlog channel then you know that unfortunately our family has been living apart during the week due to some medical care that one of our sons is getting at a clinic far from our home. Because of this, I have been away from our biggest little love, Hailey, now more than ever before. I miss her so much and just wanted to say:

Hailey,

I am so incredibly proud of all the amazing things you’ve been doing while I have been away. FaceTiming with you is the BEST! I can’t wait to give you a giant, super, gigantic, tight, biggest hug EVER when I see you in a few days!

I love you so,

Mommy

And now, here is an adorable picture of her modeling her dance recital dress and a picture of her on the 100th day of school : )

Thanks so much for reading!!

Scentbird Review! A Monthly Perfume Subscription Service!

February 10, 2016 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

A few weeks ago one of my best friends, Jaime, asked me if I had heard of Scentbird and then sent me a link with more information when I said I hadn’t. The lovely team at Scentbird was kind enough to send me a perfume along with information to consider for review, and today I will be sharing my thoughts.

What It Is:

Scentbird is a monthly subscription service where you receive a new designer perfume every month to try for $14.95. The website has a TruScent recommender that is fun to use, because it helps you pick a scent you may like, which is helpful because they have over 500!

Packaging:

The perfume comes in a black tube that is slightly wider than the average tube of lipstick and just a bit longer than my index finger. Each month you receive a new vial of perfume to put into your tube. You twist to spray and twist to close, just like lipstick! This is incredible for when you’re on-the-go or traveling a lot, and I really prefer having a spray over a roll-on perfume.

Subscription Details:

I love that the website allows you to rate the scent to get better recommendations, update your queue for what you’d like to get the next month, and the referral program to earn free perfume.

Why I Love It:

I have slowly but surely used up most of my perfumes over the past year, and I needed a way to try new scents. I have a hard time testing scents at Department stores sometimes because I’m only getting a little sample or get frazzled trying too many at once, so I really love this option to try it for a whole month. I know that you could potentially pick a scent you didn’t love, but I think it’s a really fun way to get to try high end fragrance you may not purchase otherwise.

Overall Final Thoughts:

I absolutely love this! As always, all thoughts are my own. I was not paid to write this blog post, and I really do think this is a fun subscription service. I think it’s perfect to be able to throw in your bag and go!

Where To Find More Information About Scentbird:

Twitter.com/scentbird

Pinterest.com/scentbird

Facebook.com/scentbird

Instagram.com/scentbird_perfume

www.scentbird.com

Have you ever tried Scentbird? What is your favorite perfume? Let me know in the comments! If you have any questions for me, feel free to ask away!

Have a beautiful weekend and thank you for reading! Please don’t forget to subscribe to be alerted any time I post something new : ) It’s fun and free! Just enter your email in the subscription box on the right side of this screen and open the confirmation email.

OUR ADVENTURE | PERSONAL POST

February 8, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you all had an amazing weekend! And if you watched Super Bowl 50 I hope you enjoyed the game, or at least the yummy snacks and the commercials. I didn’t watch the game because I am currently “on an adventure” as I’ve been calling it while my middle kiddo, Connor, attends a special clinic away from our home. I like to throw in a few personal posts, or picture posts once in awhile, but the main focus of LeahTackles.com is still beauty and lifestyle (the lifestyle includes my little loves!). However, if you’d like to follow along you can subscribe to Our Daily Vlog Channel: KwapisFamilyTackles to watch my husband, Stephan, my oldest, Hailey, Connor, and our baby (who is no longer a baby but will always be the baby), Logan, and myself living out our adventure each day.

Connor Wanting a Monday Morning Caffeine Jolt:

Thank you for reading!! xo

My Favorite Eyebrow Product!

February 3, 2016 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Wesnesday!

I am constantly changing up my makeup, and lately I’ve really been loving my brows! I’ve used the Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip Brow on and off for about a year, but just recently I’ve been using it nonstop.

What I Do:

I comb my brows in the general direction I want them to be with a spoolie brow brush (basically a brush that looks like a clean mascara wand). Then I dip my brush into my Dip Brow Pomade in Taupe and hold the brush vertical to brush the brow hairs closest to my nose up in their natural direction. I then use the brush horizontally and outline the lower part of my brows and then use the brush to push that product up so that I don’t end up using too much or creating too harsh of a look. I then usually set my brows with a clear brow gel, just incase they decide to get crazy ; )

Why I Love It:

I can get big, full, and defined brows without them looking overly harsh or painted on. I definitely always go lighter than you would think you need and slightly lighter than your brows to avoid them looking too harsh. A lot of people think they should buy their exact brow color, but I have had much better results going a bit lighter than my natural brows.

As always, thank you for reading! I hope that you have a wonderful weekend!

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