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My No Buy/Low Buy Update

June 12, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

We are halfway through 2023 already, and it’s time for me to update on my no buy/low buy for 2023.

I have so far followed all of my rules, but I have definitely pushed it a little bit. For example, I asked my mom for clothing and shoes for my birthday, and I had a few gift cards, and when I used those I would pay the difference and allow that. For example, I had a $50 gift card but spent $70. I also bought myself a Mother’s Day Gift that I picked which is what I told my husband I wanted.

Shopping Triggers

Shopping definitely gives a little happy boost, and fashion is my weakness. I notice that I want to shop when I’m really stressed, or sad, and sometimes just when I see a great piece that I think will be impactful in my closest.

What I’ve Learned

While I haven’t been perfect, the no buy / low buy has stopped me from buying things right away and made me pause. And a lot of times the “must have it” feeling will fade. Having to be creative with gifts and gift cards has also ensured I really research what I want. It helps me to save a web browser and I can always go back to the item later. It also helps me to organize what I do have, for example organizing my shorts or all of my hats. I also like putting together outfits from my closet instead of seeing a new item and putting an outfit together in my head with the new item.

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Powder Sunscreen | Summer Beauty Must Have

June 5, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Have you tried powder sunscreen? I wear SPF on my face, neck, décolletage, and hands 365 days a year, and in the summer I add SPF slathered all over my body. This is my favorite body sunscreen and this is my favorite face sunscreen. I keep a very simple handbag (belt bag…) and unless it’s a special occasion, I keep a lip gloss and a face powder. But what I have been loving over a compact and powder is a powder sunscreen.

Hawaiian Tropic Mineral Skin Nourishing Sunscreen Powder Brush – SPF 30

I love this SPF powder makeup to toss in my bag. I am going to get another one to send with my oldest to school and then to camps. It shouldn’t be used as your primary or only sunscreen, but when you need to touch up this helps blot the oil AND gives you a little more protection. Plus, it isn’t messy. It’s a win, win, win.

Have you tried powder sunscreen? I would love to hear your favorites!

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Spring Capsule Wardrobe Staples

May 29, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday! And here in the U.S., Happy Memorial Day.

I post my outfit each day on my Instagram. I wear neutrals and many of the pieces I have I have had for years because they are classics. Today I am going to share a few of my favorites from my spring capsule wardrobe.

A Classic Trench Coat

Olive Pull-On Shorts

Short Sleeve Linen Shirt

Denim Jacket

Classic Navy Shirt

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Full Brows |The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density

May 22, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have decent eyebrows, they’re fairly full and I thankfully missed the overpluck of the ’90s, but I decided to try a hair growth serum to try to fill in the more sparse areas and get a little bit more fluffy brow hairs. The brow serums tend to be expensive, so I wondered if the well-reviewed hair growth serum from The Ordinary, a company I love, and I have loved the results. I love The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density.

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density

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The Best Lip Gloss of All-Time |Buxom White Russian Lip Gloss

May 15, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Today I want to shout out my favorite and most-reached-for lip gloss, Buxom White Russian Full-On Plumping Lip Polish. I love that lip gloss is on trend, it makes my ’90s girl heart so happy! I still remember applying Bonnie Bell Sparkle Lip Smacker in Vanilla Frosting (now a cool $100 on Mercari…) during commercial breaks during T.G.I. Fridays. Ah, the simple days. And I love that lip gloss offers a youthful, fresh look, or can be applied over lipstick to add dimension.

Buxom White Russian Lip Gloss

This lip gloss isn’t too sticky but lasts well, and the smell is pleasant. I love the color White Russian because it is the perfect pinky nude.

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Denim On Denim 2023 | In Style 2023 Trend

May 8, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I am a big fan of denim on denim, and it wasn’t gone that long but now it’s back in a big way for 2023. I love any monochrome, tone-on-tone, dressing, and denim on denim is a fun look. Some people are worried that they’ll look like they’re rocking a “Canadian tuxedo” or be imitating Brit and Justin circa 2001 (IYKYK), but if you give it a chance it can be an easy, pulled-together look.

Denim On Denim 2023

I styled my Abercrombie 80’s Mom Jeans with an old denim (chambray) shirt worn open (similar one linked here) and wore a green-gray neutral tank (similar).

What do you think of this trend? Are you into all this denim? Let me know in a comment below! You can view my outfit daily on my Instagram.

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CeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment Glycolic Acid Face Serum

May 1, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I started using the CeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment Glycolic Acid Face Serum recently after I decided to switch to a drugstore glycolic acid face serum to replace a more expensive serum I was purchasing from Sephora. Today I want to share my thoughts with you.

CeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment Glycolic Acid Face Serum

Why Ues Glycolic Acid?

Glycolic acid works to exfoliate the skin, speed up cell turnover, and boost the production of collagen. It also helps clear pores, smooth fine lines, fade sun spots, and hydrate your skin. Glycolic Acid is a powerhouse!

Product Highlights:

  • Gently exfoliates to help improve signs of aging, skin tone, texture, and hydration
  • Leave-on face serum helps visibly brighten and even skin tone with 8 weeks of use
  • Reveals a healthy-looking, radiant complexion
  • The creamy, hydrating formula is potent, yet gentle and lightweight
  • Lactic and Glycolic Acids help minimize the appearance of fine lines, dark spots and pores
  • Licorice Root Extract helps visibly brighten skin
  • Hyaluronic Acid helps retain the skin’s natural moisture
  • Noncomedogenic, paraben-free, and fragrance-free

Description

CeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment features a 5% AHA blend of glycolic acid and lactic acid for gentle exfoliation to help smooth fine lines, accelerate skin’s surface cell renewal, and clarify dead skin cells, without causing flaking or redness. With continued use, skin looks healthier with an improved radiance as signs of aging are visibly reduced, including the appearance of wrinkles, dullness, dark spots, and enlarged pores. Potent, yet gentle and lightweight, this multi-tasking, leave-on face serum is formulated with 3 essential ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and licorice root extract, and helps maintain the protective skin barrier and immediately boost skin hydration. Serum for the face also helps visibly brighten and even skin tone with 8 weeks of use. The creamy, hydrating formula is non-comedogenic, fragrance-free, and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Key Ingredients:

Glycolic Acid – Lactic Acid Blend: 5% AHA blend gently exfoliates and increases surface cellular turnover for visibly smoother, radiant skin
Three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6 II) help restore the skin’s natural barrier
Licorice Root Extract helps visibly brighten skin
Hyaluronic Acid helps retain skin’s natural moisture
MVE Technology provides a steady release of all-day hydration

My Thoughts

I use this after cleansing and toning my face and after I apply this I apply either my moisturizer or my vitamin C, depending on the day (I alternate certain skincare items). I love this product and my skin looks just as good as when I was using a more expensive version. I will continue to use this product.

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Coolest Addidas Sneaker 2023 | Adidas Ozweego

April 24, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

In late 2022 I got a pair of green Adidas Track Pants and decided that I should have a pair of Adidas sneakers. I read a ton of reviews and decided that I wanted a pair of Adidas Ozweego sneakers. These are the coolest Adidas sneakers.

Adidas Ozweegos

I ended up getting these in one of my favorite shades of green, a sage color that is totally neutral to me. And the sage Ozweego Sneakers are on major sale! I have worn these snappy casual with a blazer, and very casual with a T-shirt and jeans. These are a bit of a clunky and wide shoe, but not so much that they overtake the rest of your outfit. They’re incredibly comfortable! I did size down 1/2 a size because I have quite narrow feet and these are wide.

What are your favorite casual sneakers? I reach for my New Balance 574s, Nike Air Force Ones, and now my Adidas Ozweegos quite often, especially now that there is no snow but it isn’t always sandal weather.

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Using Differin Gel For Anti-Aging | Over-The-Counter Retinoid

April 17, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Today I want to talk to you about Differin Gel as an anti-aging product. I enjoy my mid-30s skincare routine and some of my favorite items that I don’t talk about often because they aren’t new but they are things I use daily. I have used Tretinoin in the past but if you need an over-the-counter, affordable retinoid, I want to encourage you to try Differin Gel.

Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Retinoid

Differin contains the ingredient adapalene which is a retinoid that fights fine lines, dark spots, and dull skin. Differin stimulates collagen production and helps with dark spots by exfoliating the skin. It also helps with clogged pores and acne, which is what I originally used it for in the early aughts when it was by prescription only. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. You do need to ease into it, and you only need a pea-sized amount. I use it every other night and tretinoin on the “off” night. I apply it after my toner and before my moisturizer. It is very important to use S.P.F. when using a retinoid (but really, all the time! 365!).

Do you use a retinoid? Have you tried Differin Gel?

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The Best Linen Pants | Abercrombie Linen Pants

April 10, 2023 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I wore these Abercrombie linen pants so much last year. My favorite is white, but I also have them in a natural tan shade that is also so versatile.

Abercrombie Linen-Blend Tailored Wide Leg Pant

Linen is a wonderful fabric for spring and summer, and I love having linen pants for days when I want more coverage, especially when I’m going into places with A/C but it’s hot or I’m at appointments and don’t want shorts on.

These pants are a linen blend, which helps because they do wrinkle some but not nearly as bad as many linen items I have. I steam them in a minute and they look great all day, even when I’ve sat or been in the car.

Have you tried linen pants? I’d love to hear!

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