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TONY MOLY MASTER LAB INTENSIVE BRIGHTENING VITAMIN C MASK REVIEW

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope you are doing well and feeling grateful this week! I am sending you coffee clinks because we have made it to mid-week (Which is so easy on holiday weeks, isn’t it?!). It’s no secret on this blog that I LOVE single use face masks, and I think I have found a new favorite vitamin C mask for my sleep-deprived self that I can’t wait to share with you!

 

 

About the Mask

The Tony Moly Master Lab Vitamin C Brightening Mask is a water type consistency and makes skin healthy by providing radiance and nourishment. It uses the nude seal fabric which is a new material made of natural cellulose with silky soft texture and an excellent absorption and adherence function better than cotton  so it will adhere to skin and effectively deliver active ingredients to make it healthy by providing radiance and nourishment.

Why I Love It

I have combo/oily skin but when I am sleep-deprived (when am I not?!) my skin can look dull and tired. I don’t have hyper pigmentation, but I can have some unevenness. The mask packaging was very wet and it was a bit messy to unfold the mask but I did find that this sheet mask did stay pretty well on my skin-a big bonus for me since I never seem to find time to relax while masking. Thie Tony Moly Master Lab Vitamin C Brightening Mask felt very soothing on my skin and had a very refreshing smell. I noticed immediately that my skin looked brighter, and more youthful. I have been using this mask whenever I need a little skin pick-me-up, but I think I will be adding it into my routine on a more consistent once/week basis because I love the fresh-faced look it gives my skin.

My Routine

After removing makeup I use this mask for about 20 minutes and then cleanse and do my regular skincare routine.

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5 EASY HAIRSTYLES FOR BUSY MOMS | FEATURING KITSCH

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a great weekend! I am back from our mini getaway and am feeling the pressure of the back-to-school hustle and schedule craziness. I am the kind of woman who gets ready every day ( read more about *why* I do that here) but I am going to share a secret with you…a couple of years ago I walked my daughter into her first day of kindergarten in my favorite I-wear-every-second-I-am-home-even-in-the-summer Ugg Slippers. YUP, it happened. So, because I know that I am going to be busy turning my three Little Loves into Gap models in the mornings, I will be needing a quick routine for myself. Today I want to share 5 easy hairstyles for busy moms featuring some of my favorite hair accessories from Kitsch.

 

 

 

Why I Love Kitsch Hair Accessories

Kitsch hair accessories are typically around $8-15 depending on the accessory, but my big tip is always go to the clearance aisles at Ulta because they almost always have a ton of super cute Kitsch hair accessories for a lot less! I have been able to snag Kitsch Hair Cuffs and Hair Ties for as much as 50% off ( I even left some clearance pictures off some of my favorites so you could see).

Pretty Bobby Pin

I like to pull a few pieces of hair off my face and use these pretty pearl Kitsch bobby pins to give it a little extra style. *Tip: I do find that the Kitsch embellished bobby pins can be a little harder to open (they’re more heavy duty than regular cheapo bobby pins), so I sometimes use a regular bobby pin first and then cover it with a pretty one from Kitsch.

Bun Comb

I shared a post last fall called How-To Do a Cute Messy Bun Featuring Kitsch and it is still one of my favorite ways to make a 1 minute hairstyle look like you tried and give it a more “done” look.

Ponytail Cuff

On days when I just want a ponytail with my hair pulled out of my face, I love using this Marble Pony Cuff to give my hair a sleek and sophisticated ponytail. It is such a classy and chic look and the perfect quick hairstyle.

Bow Hair Ties

Look at your wrist, is there a hair tie around on your wrist?! Is it a pretty one?  I absolutely love these Bow Hair Ties from Kitsch because they look like a pretty bracelet and I like having one of these on my wrist when I wear my hair down because if I’m outside at a soccer game or on the walk with the Little Loves and want to get my hair off of my face. These hair ties are so beautiful and look so much better than a regular hairstyle on your arm.

Hair Coils

If you have a lot of hair like me and it ever gives you a headache to have it in a pony all day or you don’t want to put kinks in your hair (I hate doing this and then ruining my second-day hair!) I like having hair coils like these Kitsch Clear Hair Coils to pull my hair back. I don’t think these feel as tight and secure as regular hair ties (I wouldn’t run a marathon in them) and they take time to get used to looks wise, but I do like having these when I need my hair back.

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What is your favorite quick hairstyle for busy mornings? Let us know! xx

 

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Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Glow Pads | Sunless Tanning Towelettes For Face

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope you are having a great week so far! Thank you to those of you who have checked out my new website, SmallWorldShirtsCo.com, it means so much to me : )

I have a very fair complexion, and I am religious about using sunscreen, especially on my face. Most days I just give my face a little color with some bronzer, but on day when I want a little extra glow I have been using a sunless tanner for the face that I want to share with you.

 

These self-tanning towelettes for the face develop to a color and also provide anti-aging and exfoliating benefits. The color develops in about 3 hours, so I like to use them the night before a special occasion or even the morning of. The formula dries quickly and is enriched with vitamin D which helps intensify the color of your tan. The towelettes contain Alpha Beta ingredients which give it anti-aging benefits, help exfoliate, and help give you an even application.

My Thoughts

I love these because they are not messy and give you the perfect amount of product every time! No fuss. If I am having issues with breakouts, I don’t usually use these, and because when I use this I don’t do the rest of my skincare, it isn’t something I use on a daily basis. Using these once or twice a week can maintain your glow. These dry very fast, which is aweomse because I don’t feel like I can’t touch anything or cuddle my kids like I do with other sunless tanners.

My Routine

After cleansing my skin in the evening I pat dry my face and then use a Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Glow Pads.

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Have you tried any sunless tanning towelettes? Do you use sunless tanning products? Do you have a favorite sunless tanner for the face? I would love if you let us know in the comments!

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AFFORDABLE MORNING CLEANSER FOR COMBO/OILY SKIN | CLEAN & CLEAR MORNING BURST® Skin Brightening Cleanser

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope you had a wonderful weekend! Before we get into the topic of skincare, I have to share an exciting annoucement (NOT pregnant!)…

I launched my own Disney inspired t-shirt company! You can see my first shirt here and check out the Small World Shirts Co website. You can also see it on my LeahTacklesDisney Instagram.

Alright, now that the housekeeping notes are done, onto skin : ) It’s summer and while I like using anti-aging skincare now that I’ve entered my 30’s, I still have combo/oily skin that needs a little something to that in the summer months. I found a drugstore cleanser that is super cheap and has been working well for me that I want to share with you.

 

 

MORNING BURST® Skin Brightening Cleanser

You may be familiar with the orange version of the MORNING BURST® Skin Brightening Cleanser, but I was excited to try out the yellow because the color seemed happy for the morning and I love the idea of the scent of lemons waking me up. I also was intrigued about the caffeine element in skincare, and hopeful it would offer great brightening properties.

Product Claims

MORNING BURST® Skin Brightening Cleanser is formulated with a unique blend of caffeine, lemon and papaya and cleanses to help brighten the appearance of your skin while releasing an invigorating fruit fragrance that awakens your senses. You skin will look brightened right away.

My Thoughts

I love the cheery yellow color of the packaging, and the lemon scent is very refreshing first thing in the monring. Caffeine in skincare can help temporarily reduce swelling and shrink blood vessles which can help reduce dark circles and tired looking skin, and as someone who gets less sleep than I should I love these benefits worked into my cleanser. I have to use a couple of pumps to get it to lather like I want, but I really love this cleanser. The cleanser doesn’t have a lot of the microbeads, but it is just enough to feel a very gentle efoliation. I like this as a basic, not very intense or abrasive, cleanser to use on a daily basis.

My Routine

The first thing I do every single day is wash my face with cold (yep, cold) water to wake myself up and get my day started. I use the MORNING BURST® Skin Brightening Cleanser, mostly with my hands but sometimes with my Clarisonic, before moving on to the rest of my morning skincare.

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Have you tried this cleanser? What is your favorite drugstore cleanser? What is your favorite cleanser for combo/oily skin?

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Not Your Mother’s Way to Grow Leave-In Conditioner | Affordable Leave-In Conditioner

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope you are having a wonderful week so far! My hair is something that I work hard to take good care of, and whenever I find new haircare products I love to share them with you. Today I want to share a leave-in conditioner that was a purchased on a whim but is now a staple in my haircare routine.

 

 

Way to Grow Leave-In Conditioner 

 

Product Claims

This salon formula leave-in conditioner is infused with procapil, a breakthrough combination of ingredients that’s been clinically proven to help your hair grow stronger and longer faster, Not Your Mother’s Way To Grow Leave-In Conditioner will moisturize, detangle and smooth hair while building the strength you need for healthy hair.

My Thoughts

I purchaed this because I had run out of my grail leave-in conditioner (It’s a 10) and wanted to purchase a larger size on Amazon instead of paying more for a small bottle in the stores. My first impression was that it didn’t detangle as well as It’s a 10, but it did make it much easier to comb out after showering than using no product. I kept using the product and noticed that I liked how light the spray is, how it doesn’t leave a residue or weigh down my hair, and how smooth and shiny my hair looks. I don’t notice my dry split-ends as much and my hair feels healthy! Is it making my hair grow faster? I am not sure, I am admittedly skeptical, but so far I have definitely noticed it making a healthy difference. The reviews on Ulta seem to show that it works great for those with curly hair and frizzy hair, too.

My Routine

I was my hair about three or four days a week, depending on weather and activity, and so I have been using this product several times each week. Once I am out of the shower I lightly towel dry my hair, being carefully not to rub back and forth but rather lightly squeeze out the water, and wear it in a hair towel until I am ready to comb out my hair. I like to use a Wet Brush to comb my hair, and before I do I spray my Way To Grow Leave-In Conditioner into my hair, focusing on the back and ends.

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Have you tried this? Have you tried any other Not  Your Mother’s products? Do you have any favorites? I would love it if you shared them in a comment so others can hear your thoughts too! Have a fantastic weekend! xx

 

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REDKEN COLOR EXTEND BLONDADE SHAMPOO REVIEW

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope you had a great weekend : )

I have been using, and loving my favorite, the Joico Color Endure Shampoo, but recently I picked up the Redken Color Extend Blondage Shampoo. Right now Ulta is having their liter sale (also called their jumbo sale) where you can get the huge sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner, for up to 50% off, so I thought it was the perfect time to share this shampoo with you. You can also grab the pumps to put in the top for only $1.

 

 

Redken Color Extend Blondage Shampoo

 

 

Color Extend Blondage Shampoo is a color-depositing and protecting shampoo for blonde hair. This shampoo features citric acid to repair each hair from the core and pure violet pigments to remove unwanted brassiness to leave your blonde hair color cool and bright. This is a purple color protecting shampoo for blondes. Gently cleanses and adds softness. Repairs and strengthens hair from the core and features pure Violet Pigment to eliminate brassiness. It includes citric acid to repair hair from the core.

Why I Love It

I have color treated blonde hair and despite owning a water softener that I diligently refill, and doing regular Malibu Treatments, but hair goes copper (a.k.a orange, yuck!) super fast and using a purple shampoo makes a world of difference! I love how this one smells, and Redkin always makes my hair incredibly soft. I feel like I have “salon hair” when I use this and it’s now rivaling my grail shampoo, the Joico purple shampoo listed above.

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What is your favorite shampoo? Do you stock up during the Ulta liter sale? If you’re blonde, what is your favorite purple shampoo? Let me know! Have a great rest of your week! xx

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DOVE INVISIBLE DRY SPRAY CLEAR FINISH ANTIPERSPIRANT | NO WHITE MARK DEODORANT

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a beautiful day and your week is going great! In the comments, tell me something fun that you have planned for this weekend : )

Summer is here and I thought it would be a great time to share my thoughts on a new antiperspirant and deodorant I have been using.

 

 

My Thoughts

When prescription/clinical strength deodorants became increasingly available over-the-counter I began using  Dove Clinical Protection Clear Tone.I love the Dove Clinical Strength because I know that I don’t have to worry when it is on, it truly lasts all day long for me. I do have to be careful because the cream consistency does leave marks if I am trying to get dressed quickly. I have been loving the Dove Invisible Dry Spray Clear Finish because I truly can get dressed immediately, in even dark colors, without any deodorant marks on my clothing. The Dove Invisible Dry Spray Clear Finish claims to be proven to not transfer on 100 colors, and while I don’t know if I’ve tested it on that many colors, but so far for me it doesn’t transfer or stain. I do find that if I’ve been outside or active I do like to apply again mid-day, but that doesn’t bother me because it is so quick and gives a nice refreshing feeling. Bottom line? I will stick with a clinical strength deodorant on days when I need it to last through the most sweaty circumstances, but I do think the Invisible Dry Spray is fantastic for getting out the door quickly and dark colored clothing.

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Have you tried the Dove Invisible Dry Spray Clear Finish Antiperspirant? What do you think? What is your go-to summer deodorant? Let me know! xx

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STRAWBERRY ROSÉ POPSICLE PUNCH | NO GUILT ROSÉ COCKTAIL FEATURING Stevia In The Raw® + GIVEAWAY

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

If you’re like me Monday means it is time to sit back in the evening and enjoy watching some often cringe-worthy rose ceremonies and romantic dates unfold on TV while I sit back with myself or my girlfriends on the couch. Most days I watch by myself, but often FaceTime a girlfriend so we can have a little viewing party of our own. Today I want to share with you a guilt-free Strawberry Rosé (get it! Rosé!) Popsicle Punch Cocktail featuring Stevia In The Raw®. I am a big believer in eating in moderation, and as I’ve mentioned before I eat extremely well during the week, but on the weekends I will splurge. I like to count my macros (carbs, fat, and protein) to ensure that I am fueling my body so that I can maintain a lean and muscular figure. I use Stevia In The Raw® in moderation and it helps me stay on track.  I am also excited that Stevia In The Raw® will be helping me host a giveaway so that one of you can read your own samples to make yummy guilt-free cocktails and recipes for your own girls night in party! I was sent Stevia In The Raw® samples and this is a sponsored post, but as always I never accept money in exchange for a positive review and all opinions are my own.

 

 

 

Strawberry Rosé Popsicle Punch

 

 

Rosé Popsicle

-2½ cups roughly chopped, thawed frozen strawberries (12 ounces)
-3 packets Stevia In The Raw® or 2 tablespoons Stevia In The Raw® Bakers Bag
-1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Punch

-1 bottle rosé or sparkling rosé wine

 

Preparation

In a blender combine strawberries, Stevia In The Raw®, and lemon juice and blend until smooth. Divide between popsicle molds. Place cover on mold and insert popsicle sticks. Freeze until solid, at least 8 hours or overnight.

To remove popsicles from mold, dip mold all the way to the brim in cool water just long enough to loosen popsicles. Place popsicles on a baking sheet and return to freezer until ready to use. To save popsicles longer than 1 day, place in a resealable plastic freezer bag or container and keep frozen.

To serve, place 1 popsicle stick-up in a large wine glass, and pour rosé wine over popsicle. Serve immediately. These are SO YUMMY! My hubs even traded in his weekend whiskey for a glass of punch ; )

 

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Rules

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Giveaway ends July 9th at 12 p.m Eastern Standard Time. Must be 18 years old and a resident of the United States. The winner will be contacted by me and have 24 hours to respond before I select a winner.

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EASY CONTOURING TUTORIAL | HOW-TO CONTOUR 2018

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a great weekend! A subscriber messaged me on my LeahTacklesBeauty Instagram asking if I would do a blog post and contouring video tutorial. Today I will share my tutorial how-to for beginners with you, and if you ever have blog post requests, please let me know : ) What can I do for you?

 

 

WHAT IS CONTOURING AND WHY DO YOU CONTOUR?

Contouring is when you use a matte powder, liquid, cream, or stick product that’s a few shades darker than your skin tone to shade (contour) the areas you want to chisel out and define or reshape. People most commonly contour their cheekbones, forehead, chin/jaw, and nose.

PRODUCTS USED

For this tutorial, I used the Benefit Hoola Lite Bronzer, which works well for me because it is a matte color that doesn’t look muddy on my very fair skin. The original Hoola Bronzer is also a great choice, or you can use any matte bronzer or even a matte pressed powder that’s a few shades darker than your skin tone. I have a double ended Tarte brush that I like to use for contouring because I use the smaller side to apply the product exactly where I want it, and then the fluffier side to blend the color out. You can also use an angled blush brush to apply and blend the contour.

MY ROUTINE

I contour my face almost daily, but my routine is typically a few quick version and then on days when I want a full face I will do more contouring. I start by contouring my cheekbones and the easiest way to do this is to suck in your cheeks and apply the color just below that cheekbone. I always put the brush down first close to my ear and then go down to just below the apple of my cheek which lines up with the outer corner of my eye. I put the brush down first wherever I want the most pigment to go. I always blend the cheek contour color up to help get the high cheekbone look.  I then contour my forehead, which I don’t spend a lot of time on because my forehead isn’t a problem area for me, but I do a little contouring on the sides into the hairline to help soften the angles of my face. I then contouring my jawline, blending the color down onto my neck. You can contour right below your lower lip to help make your lips look more full and forward.  I also like to contour my nose, which depending on your nose shape and size can vary, but I contour the sides of my nose to help thin it out a bit, and I contour around the tip which helps shorten the appearance of the length of the nose. After contouring, I apply bronzer on the apples of my cheeks and blending up to the hairline and then a little blush concentrated on the apples of my cheeks. You can then apply any other makeup you wish! Ta-Da! Contouring completely! *Note: I know, this sounds like a ton, but on an average day I probably spend 2 minutes doing this ; )

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MY 5 MOST USED EYE BRUSHES | THE EYE BRUSHES YOU REALLY NEED!

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that your day is off to a fantastic start! Thank you for being here and taking time out of your day to read : )

I often get messages from people who are looking for basics to get them started using makeup but understandably feel overwhelmed because of the huge amount of choices and information on products. I get a lot of questions about eyeshadow, and I often find that people own a few palettes, often barely used, so I thought sharing my 5 most used eyeshadow brushes. If you find this post helpful, please use the social media buttons at the bottom of this post to share it!

*Note: You’ll notice I love my Sigma brushes, which I’ve spoken about many times in the past, but that is because I have had some of them for nearly five years and they’re still in my daily rotation!

 

 

 

Sigma E60 Large Shader

I use this brush to put the shadow under the brow bone and all over the lid.

 

Luxie 205 Tapered Blending

I use this brush to put eyeshadow in the crease in a windshield wiper motion. I like this brush because it is soft but not so fluffy and soft that you can’t get the shadow where you want it. I linked a Luxie brush set above, but here is the brush individually.

 

Sigma E70 Medium Angled Shading

I use this brush to put the shadow on the outer v of the eye, where I focus the darker colors.

 

Sigma E25 Blending

This is THE BRUSH I use for all of my blending! This shadow makes blending a breeze. I have several and use it daily. I also have one of these brushes that I use for contouring my nose with bronzer.

 

Sonia Kashuk Tools No. 07

This is a tiny shadow brush that is fantastic for putting color on the lid or under eyelash line. This is a great brush because it is small so you can deposit the color exactly where you want it. Here is the new version (same brush, different look).

 

I love using my e.l.f Daily Brush Cleaner to clean off my eye brushes, especially if I’ve used a dark color or a bright color, between my weekly deep cleaning of my brushes. I spray my brushes and then lightly wipe them on a cloth or paper towel.

 

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What is your favorite eyeshadow brush? I would love to hear what you love! If you comment, others can learn too : )

Have a safe and fun weekend! xx

 

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