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TONE BRAZILIAN GLAM BODY WASH | BEST DRUGSTORE BODY WASH

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

 

I hope that you’re having a wonderful week! Thank you, as always, for reading my blog!

 

TONE BRAZILIAN GLAM BODY WASH

 

 

What It Claims

Infused with Brazil Nut Oil, this moisturizing formula will make your skin feel smooth, and look beautiful.

My Thoughts

If you’re a regular reader of this blog, you know my all-time-favorite body wash is the Caress Evenly Gorgeous Body Wash Burnt Brown Sugar and Karite Butter but the bright packaging of the Tone Brazilian Glam Body Wash caught my eye at the grocery store (good job, Tone!) so I decided to give it a try. I am IN-LOVE with the scent! It has a tropical scent that is really pleasant, and I even noticed it lingering on my skin after I was out of the shower, which gives it bonus points for me. This lathers easily, and does feel moisturizing on the skin. I will continue to buy this product when I want a shower gel or body wash, but when I want an exfoliating body wash I will stick with my tried and true Caress Evenly Gorgeous.

My Routine

I wet my loofah and add a quarter sized amount (a little of this body wash goes a long way) of the Tone Brazilian Glam Body Wash. I start with my legs and work my way up.

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Have you tried any of the Tone body washes? Do you have a favorite body wash from the drugstore? Do you have a favorite drugstore shower essential that you can share? I would LOVE to hear from you in the comments of this post : )

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THE BEST FACE SUNLESS TANNER | TANCEUTICALS REVIEW

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a wonderful weekend! I got to spend a night away with my hubs, and it was oh so needed! We missed our Little Loves, but getting away was such a treat!

 

TANCEUTICALS Sunless Tanner For Your Face

 

What It Claims

The long-lasting formula will give you a beautifully tanned face without harmful tanning beds. The revolutionary formula will not give you that dreaded orange color.This facial sunless tanner is infused with cosmeceuticals like rose hip, shea butter and, vitamin E to moisturize and firm your skin. This sunless tanner does not have that dreaded sunless tanner smell. Tanceuticals will help fight aging skin, and moisturize dry skin.

My Thoughts

I have been wearing a lot less makeup the past few weeks because the business of fall schedules has caused me to have some breakouts, plus I’ve had less time in the mornings. I really like using this sunless tanner because when I wear less makeup, I like to have a bit more color on my very fair skin. I like that this is a noncomedogenic product, but when I have a large blemish I avoid this (*Note: I also skip my night oil if I have a large blemish). If I don’t have any large blemishes, but just a few small breakouts, I will still use this and love that it helps even the tone of my skin.

My Routine

I like this once or twice a week to give me a little boost in color, and if I want to oomph up the glow I will apply it multiple days in a row.

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Have you tried Tanceuticals? What is your favorite sunless tanner? Do you use sunless tanner regularly?

 

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THE BEST LASH GLUE STRIP LASH ADHESIVE | DRUGSTORE FAVORITE!

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

We made it to Wednesday! I hope that your week is fantastic so far : )

 

In my post How To Apply False Lashes, I mentioned that I do not wear false lashes every day, but do enjoy wearing them while filming certain videos and for special events. I shared in that post that my favorite lash glue was the Revlon Precision Lash Glue and while I love that glue I have noticed it can be harder to find. I stumbled on the Kiss Strip Lash Adhesive and was so excited to find another lash glue with a brush applicator. The Kiss Strip Lash Adhesive is formaldehyde free, latex free, and contains soothing aloe.

My Routine

I use my Kiss Strip Lash Adhesive the same way I mentioned using my lash glue in this post.

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Do you ever wear false lashes? What is your favorite brand of false lashes? If you don’t wear false lashes, do they intimidate you? Do you have a favorite false lash glue? Do you use individual lashes? Do you use lash growth serum? Do you get lash extensions? I would love to hear about your lashes in the comments ; ) Have a wonderful weekend! xx

 

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DR. BRANDT MICRODERMABRASION VS. POREDERMABRASION- WHICH IS BETTER?

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a great weekend! Saying we are having an “unseasonably warm” September is an understatement and that combined with the day-to-day stressors means that my skin hasn’t been very happy with me. Last week I did a post about Dr. Brand Microdermabrasion Age Defying Exfoliator, and today I decided to share my thoughts on how Dr. Brand PoreDermabrasion compares.

 

 

What It Claims

Dr. Brandt Poredermabrasion is suitable for normal, combo, or oily skin. The PoreDermabrasion Pore Perfecting Exfoliator works to help with dullness, uneven skin, oily skin, and large pores. .This exfoliator works to cleanse pores while it strengthens and tightens the look of pores. This exfoliator is formulated without parabens, sulfates, and phthalates.

My Thoughts

The physical exfoliator contains the same pharmaceutical grade aluminum crystal and feels very similar in consistency as the Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion. The lime extract and salicylic acid make the exfoliator feel a bit more rough on the skin, and I did notice that my skin tingled but it wasn’t uncomfortable. I find the PoreDermabrasion to be very comparable to the Microdermabrasion, but would suggest the PoreDermabrasion for those with very oily skin. If you have normal skin, sensitive skin, or dry skin I would go with the Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion.

My Routine

After removing my makeup I lightly dampen my skin with warm water and then use this exfoliating scrub in circular motions all over my face. *Note: I focus on my nose, chin, and cheeks and try to not get too close to the delicate eye area.

 

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Have you tried either of these Dr. Brandt products? Have you tried any Dr. Brandt Skincare? Please let me know in the comments! : )

 

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DR. BRANDT MICRODERMABRASION AGE DEFYING EXFOLIATOR

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

 

I hope that you are having a great week so far, and thank you for taking time to read my blog!

 

 

I have used the Dr. Brandt Pores No More and so when I received a deluxe size sample of the Dr. Brandt Mirceodermabrasion Age Defying Exfoliator I was excited to try it out.

 

What It Claims

The Microdermabrasion Age Defying Exfoliator works for all skin types. It is an exfoliating scrub that can help with dull skin and uneven skin. It can help minimize fine lines and wrinkles. The Sephora website also states that it can be a solution for blemishes.
The formula contains aluminum oxide crystals, lactic acid, and soothing botanicals to buff away dead skin, give you glowing skin, and a more even skin texture.

Ingredient Information
This product is free of both sulfates and phthalates.

 

My Thoughts

I use a PMD Personal Microdermabrasion System at home once a week, but I really like having an exfoliating scrub to rub over my face, especially my nose and chin, when I need a deep clean. I noticed that this scrub is very fine, and that felt really nice on the skin, and didn’t irritate but was still very effective in cleaning out my pores. My face felt so clean after using this and my skin was glowing! I immediately asked my husband to try some on his noses, and he noticed his pores looked and felt cleaner right away. This product is expensive, but it is definitely my favorite exfoliating scrub that I have tried.

My Routine

After removing my makeup I lightly dampen my skin with warm water and then use this exfoliating scrub in circular motions all over my face. *Note: I focus on my nose, chin, and cheeks and try to not get too close to the delicate eye area.

 

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Have you tried this? Have you tried other Dr. Brandt Skincare products? What is your go-to product for exfoliating? I would love to hear in the comments! xx

 

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PRIMED & PEACHY COOLING MATTE PERFECTING PRIMER REVIEW

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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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HOW TO CREATE SLIGHT WAVES WITH A LARGE CURLING IRON

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a fantastic week! School started for my oldest last week along with a lot of her activities, and my middle guy starts school next week, so I am finding myself crunched for time in the mornings so I have been wearing quick simple waves that I wanted to share with you.

The Look

 

 

My Routine

I like to wear this style on second-day hair, but also wear it with clean hair that I’ve washed the night before and let air dry. If you wash your hair in the mornings, just be sure that your hair is completely dry before you begin. I divide my hair in half and put it on either side of my head and then spray my hair with a heat protectant (I like this one). I hold the Hot Tools 1 1/2 Inch Iron in the hand of whatever side I am curling and turn the iron away from my face in 1 1/2-2 inch sections starting at the back and working front. I hold the iron on my hair for about 20 seconds and then release the clamp and remove it from the hair slowly. Don’t worry too much about the size of the sections. When I finish one side I spray with my favorite hairspray and then do the exact same thing on the other.

 

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HOW-TO FAKE FULL LIPS

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

On most days I stick with minimal, natural makeup and a simple lip color but I wear a full face of makeup for filming most of my YouTube videos. I love playing with different makeup looks, and one of my favorite lipstick combos for filming gives me a very full lip look without any filler or plumping products.

The Look

My Routine

I always use a dab of lip balm (I love this EOS lip balm) before I apply my lip color. I then line my lips going just outside the natural line of my upper lip and along the line of the lower lip (though you can feel free to overline the entire lip). I then put a thin layer of the NYX Lingerie Liquid Lipstick on and let it dry down before applying the Kylie Cosmetics Metal Liquid Lipstick. *Tip: I always scrap off an excess from the lipstick applicator and apply a very thin coat to avoid the liquid lipstick over drying or flaking!

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NYX Lingerie Liquid Lipstick in Baby Doll

Bobbi Brown Lip Liner in Nude

Kylie Cosmetics Metal Liquid Lipstick in Heir

Have you tried layering liquid lipsticks? What is your biggest liquid lipstick application tip? I would love for you to let me know in the comments (comments make my day!). xx

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CLOTHING SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE | NADINE WEST OUTFIT SUBSCRIPTION REVIEW

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you are having a great week! Subscription boxes are still hugely popular, and I have been noticing clothing subscription services gaining a lot more traction. Nadine West reached out to me and sent me this box for my consideration for review but I was not paid to write this post and as always all opinions are my own.

 

 

What is Nadine West?

NadineWest.com is a company that sends you an outfit to try on and you keep only what you love. The outfit is a surprise, but you take a style quiz and the stylists get to know your style more each month. The outfits are affordable with pieces costing about $10-$30 each, which is very affordable compared to other similar services.

How Does It Work?

On the Nadine West website, you take the style quiz so that the stylist can get to know what you are looking for in an outfit. You will receive a pink package in the mail with your personalized outfit. Try on the outfit and keep what you love and send back what you don’t.

My Thoughts

The style quiz was super easy to do, which was great because I wanted something that didn’t take too much time but I was still able to make notes to make sure the stylist knew my preferences. I really loved the surprise aspect of this, and it was like opening up a girly gift from a really stylish friend. I cannot stand having to return things, it is such a bummer, but I LOVE the way this company does it because your outfit comes with return shipping.

Save Some Money!

Use the referral code “Nadine” on NadineWest.com (not an affiliate code for me, just sharing the one they currently have on their website) to waive your shipping fee which means you’ll get your outfit in the mail without paying anything!

My Outfit

 

 

 

Did I keep it?

YES! I absolutely love that sherbert orange color, and the pearl studs are very much my style. I would not have picked the floral skirt out for myself, but I ended up really liking the way it looked on, but now I will have to remind myself to wear it! The bracelet works really well with a lot of the bracelets I like to wear stacked together like my Alex & Ani, so it will likely get a lot of wear.

Have you tried any fashion boxes like this? Have you tried Nadine West? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

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Bumble and Bumble Pret-a-Powder Tres Invisible Dry Shampoo Review

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Hi there! Happy Monday! And Happy Labor Day!

I am such a huge fan of dry shampoo that I am constantly on the hunt for my *perfect* dry shampoo. I recently did a post on the L’Oreal Extraordinary Clay Dry Shampoo and also my Are You Using Dry Shampoo the Wrong Way? post.

I recently joined Influenster and was sent a complimentary VoxBox with the new Bumble and Bumble Prêt-a-Powder Trés Invisible Dry Shampoo for review purposes.

 

 

What It Claims

This dry shampoo is UV protective, 2-in-1 style extender that says it will cleanse and volumize the hair from root to ends for normal to oily hair.

My Thoughts

I am noticing a “clay” trend with dry shampoos, anyone else? But, so far I have loved both that I have tried! I LOVE that this is UV protective because I try to be very careful in the sun, especially with my blonde color treated hair because I don’t want to dry it out. I love that I can spray this (and some days I spray quite a lot…) without having any white cast. When I spray this it initially looks a bit wet if I spray a lot in one spot, but quickly drys and absorbs the oil leaving no trace of wetness or residue. This doesn’t make my scalp feel itchy or like I have product in it, which I really love. This has a great slightly floral scent that is a little strong when first sprayed, but not so much that I find it bothersome.

My Routine

I use my dry shampoo routine that I posted about here.

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Have you tried this shampoo? Have you tried Influenster? Let me know in the comments! Have a fabulous day! xx

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