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WHAT EXACTLY IS HAND SALVE? | HAND SALVE VS. HAND CREAM

January 3, 2018 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that your 2018 is off to a great start : ) It has been bitterly cold here, -20 with windchill some days, and I have once again been relying heavily on hand creams. My husband also has dry hands in the winter, and he doesn’t like the feeling of lotion, so he has been using a hand salve instead.

What Is Hand Salve?

Hand salve is thicker than most hand lotion or cream. It uses beeswax to create a thick emollient, which moisturizes the skin. Hand salves are a more natural product, containing natural ingredients, and often has a more herbal smell like an essential oil.

How Is Hand Salve Different From Hand Lotion and Hand Cream?

Hand Salve contains oil and beeswax and no water, which gives it a thicker consistency and longer shelf life. Hand Lotion and Hand Cream contain oil and water, and therefore are thinner in consistency. Hand Cream contains less water than Hand Lotion, so Hand Creams are thicker than Hand Lotions.

The Best Hand Salve?

My husband and I both love the Burts Bees Hand Salve because it is an affordable price point from a brand that I know and trust.

Do You Need It?

If you don’t like rubbing lotion or cream on your hands, a bit of the Burts Bees Hand Salve focused on the backs of your hand goes a long way without making your hands have that covered-in-lotion feel.

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Do you like hand lotion? How cold is it where you live? Let me know! xx

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DOES THE TEASING COMB YOU USE MATTER?

December 27, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you had a wonderful Christmas if you celebrate and a fantastic start to your week : )

I don’t tease my hair very often, and usually, add a few curls with my favorite curling wand before calling it a day, but for special occasions when I want a lot of volume at the root I do a little teasing. I have friends who can tease their hair with any basic fine/rat tooth comb, and I am sure most hairstylists can use any comb to get the roots oomph’d, but with my hair type and lack of teasing skills, I swear by my Phillip Brush Teaze Brush.

About the Brush

Concave bristle design fits the shape of the head nicely. The staggered bristle height gives improved control. This brush has bristles and a polished wood handle

About My Hair

I have naturally straight hair that is very fine but I have a lot of it. I don’t have much volume at the root, and it isn’t easy to tease.

Why I Love the Phillip Brush Teaze Brush

The bristles make it easy to backcomb and tease my fine hair. One of my favorite parts of the brush is the pointed wooden end because it helps me create the perfect part or section of hair super easily! I use it daily for this for both myself and my six-year-old daughter. I like that doesn’t tear up my hair or make my hair feel damaged like a basic fine tooth comb does with backcombing. I also love this for smoothing out my hair when a ponytail or updo gets a bump or two.

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Have you tried this brush? Do you backcomb your hair? Do you ever need a quick way to smooth out your hairstyle?

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MERRY CHRISTMAS! | SHOP MY CHRISTMAS EVE LOOK

December 25, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday, but more importantly, MERRY CHRISTMAS!

I hope that if you celebrate Christmas that you have a wonderful day with those you hold dear.

Shirt: Dottie Couture Boutique * Similar

Pants: J Crew Factory

Hair: Nume Wand

Lip: Too Faced Matte in Bend & Snap

As always, thank you for reading! I appreciate you very much! xx

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L’OREAL REVITALIFT CICACREAM | ANTI-AGING CREAM AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE

December 20, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a fabulous week! Over the past few years I have gotten more and more serious about my skincare routine, and I have been finding myself more willing to invest in quality skincare than a new eye shadow palette (what?! Is this 30?). However, I have found a gem that is super affordable which is fantastic because then it can be used regularly by nearly anyone who is interested in upping their skincare game. I am a member of Influenster and I recieved this L’Oreal Revitalift Cicacream complimentary for review purposes, but as always all opinions are my own.

What It Claims

L’Oreal Revitalift Cicacream helps repair the skin barrier which strengthens your skin and helps resist aging of the skin. This cream is fragrance freee, paraben free, colorant/dye free, allergy testing, and contains no alcohols that can strip the skin. Centella Asiatica is known as tiger grass, and is said to be something “new” to fight wrinkles. See visible results immediately as skin feels healthier, softer, smoother and more supple. Skin feels noticeably more hydrated. In two weeks fine lines appear visibly reduced. Firmness and elasticity look noticeably improved. In four weeks wrinkles appear less visible. Clarity and tone improves, skin is more luminous.

My Thoughts

The tube packaging is very sanitary which I like, and the fine tip makes it easy to only use a little bit out so that you don’t waste the product. The cream is white and thick, which makes it seem like a luxurious cream which I really enjoy. The L’Oreal Revitalift Cicacream goes on smoothly and it absorbs into my skin quickly. It does have an almost primer like feel once it is applied, but I like that because I think it helps minimize my pores (*Note: I still use a separate makeup primer before applying my makeup). It also has amazing reviews on Amazon, so check those out to see what others have thought as well!

Why I Love It

I noticed an immediate difference with my under eye area and that blew me away! My fine lines and crepe like skin looked so much smoother, and I think it helped my under eye concealer to not settled into those areas. This doesn’t irritate my skin, and while my skin isn’t particularly sensitive my normal/oily combo skin that fights both blemishes and wrinkles can be hard pressed to find a product that works without irritating something. I LOVE that this is a price point that I know I can afford to purchase and keep purchasing so that I can continue to treat my skin with care and help combat the signs of aging.

My Routine

I apply this in the evenings after cleansing my skin. I am still using my Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil so I like to alternate between that and my L’Oreal Revitalift Cicacream which I am enjoying because it helps stretch my more expensive skincare longer. I use this occasionally in the mornings, focusing on my under eye and forehead.

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Have you tried this? Have you tried anything from the Revitalift Line from L’Oreal? What is your favorite anti-aging skincare product? Let me know! xx

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Garnier Whole Blends Hydrating Shampoo Coconut Water & Vanilla Milk Review

November 8, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a wonderful week!

I love having a few different shampoos on hand at any given time so that depending on my hair needs I can have a selection to choose from. I love anything coconut scented, so I was drawn to this shampoo from Garnier.

What It Claims

This shampoo gives moisture to dry or damaged hair without being heavy or weighing your hair down. The Garnier Whole Blends Hydrating Shampoo is paraben-free and gentle enough for regular use.

My Thoughts

I LOVE the way this smells, it is a subtle coconut and vanilla smell, but I found it very pleasant. My husband also loves coconut and likes using this shampoo as well. I like that this shampoo is inexpensive and I didn’t have to use too much to get a nice lather. I will definitely keep this on hand because it is affordable and effective. I haven’t used it long enough to see if it makes a big impact on my color-treated hair that has some damage, but my hair feels very soft and clean after using this.

My Routine

I use this shampoo a couple of times a week and I have been following up with the Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Deep Conditioner, which is another fantastic and great smelling drugstore hair product.

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What is your favorite shampoo? What is your favorite drugstore shampoo?

Have a wonderful weekend! xx

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PRIMED & PEACHY COOLING MATTE PERFECTING PRIMER REVIEW

September 18, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you are ready to have a fantastic week! The Too Faced Peaches & Cream Collection launch features adorable packaging but I resisted purchasing because I have so many palettes from Too Faced that I wasn’t too intrigued. However, I recently received a deluxe size sample of the Primed & Peachy Cooling Matte Perfecting Primer and wanted to share my thoughts with you.

What It Claims

This Sephora website (the Peaches & Cream Collection from Too Faced Cosmetics is exclusive to Sephora) says this primer is cooling, mattifying, it blurs, smooths, and brightens the complexion. This primer has a comfort matte technology, this Primed & Peachy formula delivers a mattifying, soft-focused finish with light and comfortable feel. This says it will control shine for up to 12 hours and will last on the skin for up to sixteen hours.

My Thoughts

This primer has a nice but a bit artificial peachy smell that reminds me of peach rings and I definitely noticed a cooling feel that was refreshing when I applied it to my skin. I like the way this kept my oily skin matte, but I didn’t find it to fill and blur my pores as well as the Benefit Porefessional with certain foundations that tend to settle into my pores. I do think this is very lightweight and refreshing to wear, and it is now high up on my list of favorite primers, but it can’t touch my “holy grail” Benefit Porefessional.

My Routine

I cleanse my face with Purity by Philosophy, tone with my Sea Breeze Astringent, use my Esteé Lauder SPF 25 DayWear, and apply First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Mattifying Gel Moisturizer.

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DISNEY PRINCESS TAG | THE BEAUTY FAVORITES EDITION

August 30, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a fantastic day!

If you were a Disney princess, what beauty or makeup items would you have in your arsenal? I filmed a video sharing mine, and would love to hear you let me know your favorite “fit for a princess” products in the comments!

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What is your favorite makeup that you think is fit for a Disney princess? When you think about of a Disney princess what beauty products do you imagine them using?

Thank you so much for supporting my blog! Have a fabulous weekend! xx

WHAT’S IN MY BAG? | MAKEUP BAG ESSENTIALS FOR SUMMER

August 7, 2017 & 1 Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a great weekend!

I talk a lot about makeup products that I love, but I thought it would be fun to share what is actually in my makeup bag that I carry in my diaper bag. I will mentioned that this can vary depending on when I take the time to throw in something specific for an all-day trip, or when I remember to empty out the excess lip products, but this is what is in it as of today ; )

WHAT’S IN MY BAG?

M.A.C CREMESHEEN LIPSTICK IN CREME CUP

TATCHA BLOTTING PAPERS

TOO FACED RETRACTABLE KABUKI BLUSH

CHAPSTICK SUN DEFENSE SPF 25

COVERGIRL OH SUGAR! VITAMIN INFUSED BALM IN JELLY

URBAN DECAY DESLICK MATTIFYING POWDER

So, clearly my summer beauty priorities are lip products and things to help combat the shine! I also definitely suggest having a face sunscreen on hand, I really like this one because it helps with oil control and sun protection.

What is one item that you always have with you? What is your favorite lip balm? What is your favorite powder compact? Let the comment section know! Thank you, as always, for reading! xx

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WHAT IS ROOT SHADING? FALL READY HAIR COLOR

July 31, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a wonderful weekend spent in the sun with those you love!

I got my hair color touched up at the end of last week, and decided to change up my color a bit for fall. I love the ombré look, and chatted to my stylist who suggested taking my roots a shade darker, a.k.a doing a little root shading. If you want to see my beauty content first, be sure to follow My Beauty Instgram account!

Root Shading vs. Ombre

Ombre and Root Shading are definitely similar. Root shading is the technique of adding darker color to the root area of the hair.

Ombre is a technique where highlights are put underneath in the ends the ends of the hair.

Why I Love Root Shading

I love that this will help soften the stark contrast as my roots grow in, and I love having super blonde ends but a bit darker, ashy blonde on the top.

Regrets?

I am a bit nervous for the next time I get it touched up because it will bring the darker color down further, but so far I am having no real regrets and am loving the look!

My Results

Have you heard of root shading? Have you tried ombre hair? Do you get your hair colored at the salon? What is your favorite hair trend? Let us know in the comments! Thank you for reading and please consider subscribing if you liked this post : )

HOW-TO DO A CUTE MESSY BUN FOR LONG HAIR

July 17, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you guys had a fun-filled weekend! I have been wearing my hair up in a messy bun a lot lately because it is perfect on hot days, and it also has been working well for when I go to yoga.

The Look

My Routine

I put my hair in a very high ponytail using a hair elastic that matches my hair color. I like to lay on my bed on my back with my head hanging off the edge so I can get my hair smooth and in a high pony easily.

I then hold the end of my ponytail and twist in a couple of times before wrapping it around the base of it as if I was making a bun.

I hold then bun with one hand and use another elastic with my other hand, often a more fun one because this one will show, to secure the messy bun.

I try to make it so it isn’t too perfect, and then if needed loosen the bun and mess it up a little to get a cute look.

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