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

June 27, 2018 & Leave a Comment

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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ONE LOVE ORGANICS | GARDENIA + TEA ANTIOXIDANT BODY SERUM

April 18, 2018 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Well, today I was finally able to leave the house after being snowed in since FRIDAY! Is there snow where you live?

Product Claims

The Gardenia + Tea Antioxidant Body Serum intensely nourishes, hydrates and promotes firmer, and smoother skin. This formula has Antileukine 6®, an antioxidant, to help defend against environmental stressors and elemental dryness. The One Love Organics Gardenia + Tea Antioxidant Body Serum can be used alone or layered with sunscreen or lotion for extra hydration.

My Thoughts

I use either a sunless tanning lotion or a regular lotion every time I get out of the shower, but it’s always my least favorite part of the process because I dread waiting for the lotion to dry before getting cozy into my PJs or robe. I was hesitant to try the One Love Organics Gardenia + Tea Antioxidant Body Serum because I’ve never been a body oil gal, minus using them during my pregnancies, but I couldn’t believe how quickly this absorbed into my skin. I have been using it after every shower and looking forward to it because it smells wonderful and it is a little luxurious treat to look forward to. I have also been mixing this with my favorite drugstore sunless tanner and it has been working very well. This product is pricey, so I haven’t purchased another one, but I definitely would use it again or try to find a similar item.

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Do you have any shower or skincare splurges? Let us know in the comments! Have a wonderful day! xx

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BY NATURE FROM NEW ZEALAND SHEET MASK REVIEW

January 17, 2018 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope you are having a great day so far : ) I love masking, and try to do a mask of some kind at least a couple of times each week, and I love trying out different masks. I recently was gifted several By Nature masks (good job, hubs!) and wanted to share my thoughts with you.

By Nature Mask Claims

These masks are pre-moistened and said to be easy to use. The product description says to relax and let the active ingredients work to smooth and replenish your skin. It is suggested to incorporate these masks into part of your skincare routine. By Nature face masks help the skin by opening the pores thereby enabling the active ingredients to deliver optimum benefit to the skin and promoting a smoother, healthier, radiant complexion.

My Thoughts

These masks can be purchased at Walmart for only a couple of dollars, which makes them convenient and affordable to make a regular part of your skincare routine. I love having sheet masks on hand because some days I want to treat my skin, it has worked hard after all sporting makeup and in all sorts of weather, but I don’t feel like going through the extra steps of applying a mud or peel off style mask. I think the By Nature masks are a fantastic price-point, have a nice smell that isn’t overpowering, and have very attractive packaging. Like most sheet masks these are chilly when first applied, but the feeling is very soothing, especially around the eye area. I find that my skin looks very even immediately after use, which I love, and it feels SO SOFT which I also love. However, I can’t say that these masks performed any better than other sheet masks I’ve used.

My Routine

I remove my makeup and then apply my By Nature sheet mask. I like to do these masks in the evenings, because that is when it fits into my schedule, but I think they’d also be a great part of a pre-makeup morning routine with a cup of coffee or tea. I typically walk around the house chasing my kids or finishing laundry while rocking these masks, though I imagine they’re much more relaxing if you can enjoy it while relaxing. After the mask has been on my face for about 15 minutes I will remove it and lightly press the excess moisture that remains on my face into my skin. I then continue with the rest of my nightly skin routine, beginning with cleansing my skin. I try to do these masks at least twice a week, but if my skin is really acting up or I have a big event coming up, I will try to do them more.

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What is your favorite sheet mask? Let me know in the comments : )

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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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STRETCH MARK CREAM REVIEW | NAVAN SKINCARE

April 3, 2017 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a wonderful weekend! Today I wanted to share my thoughts on the Stretch Mark Reducing Cream from Navan Skincare. If you follow me on Snapchat (@LeahTackles) you may have seen me speak about this when I was gifted it from Navan Skincare for my consideration for review.

Stretch Mark Reducing Cream from Navan Skincare

This cream claims to work to reduce the appearance of stretch marks by combining three scientifically back ingredients (Collaxyl™, Elastonyl®, Retinyl) and six natural oils (Jojoba Oil, Rosehip Seed Oil, Rosemary leaf oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Peppermint Oil, Lavender Oil), that work to diminish the appearance of stretch marks caused by pregnancy or extreme weight gain or loss on the belly, hips, bum, thighs, breasts and arms.

My Initial Thoughts

I was a little unsure of this product because stretch marks aren’t a huge problem area for me and I have tried other creams in the past. I do have three children, so I had one stretch mark on my stomach that I really wanted to fade, as well as on my inner thigh. During all of my pregnancies and in the first few postpartum months I drank a ton of water, and also slathered myself in body oils and lotions to hopefully reduce my chances for stretch marks. I decided to try using the Navan Stretch Mark Reducing Cream twice daily and see if I noticed a difference.

Why I Love It

I really like that this cream has a refreshing and not overpowering smell, sinks into the skin quickly which is important because you are not supposed to get dressed until it has absorbed into the skin, and also comes in a container where I can (and did!) scrape out every last bit. It is a thick, creamy consistency so that it feel substantial not watery or oily, which I enjoy. I definitely noticed a significant difference in the appearance of my stretch marks. I like this because it wasn’t oily, sticky, or a pain to use.

Would I Purchase This Product and Will I Continue Using It?

I really loved this product, and it has peaked my interest in the rest of the Navan Skincare line because I found this to work better than other brands products with similar claims and price points. I do think that this product helps to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, and is worth a try.

Discount Code

Navan Skincare has kindly given me a discount code to share with you. Use the code Leah15 to save 15% off of your order. *Note: I am not paid if you purchase using this code, it is just a discount for you to try the product if you’d like.

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Stretch Mark Reducing Cream

Thank you, as always, for reading! Have a beautiful week! xx

SUNDAY RILEY SKINCARE REVIEW

March 27, 2017 & 3 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you had a lovely weekend! I recently turned 30, and when my milestone birthday was approaching I made the decision to bump up my skincare. I have heard wonderful things about Sunday Riley, especially in the past year or so, and decided to finally take the plunge and try a little bit of this luxury brand for myself.

SUNDAY RILEY

ABOUT THE BRAND

Sunday Riley offers revolutionary formulas created to powerfully target treatment that work immediately and continue to work overtime.

GOOD GENES ALL-IN-ONE LACTIC ACID TREATMENT

Good Genes contains strong, purified grade lactic acid to help immediately exfoliate dull skin, plump fine lines, and with continued use battle hyperpigmentation and signs of aging. *Note: This is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) so please be sure to use proper SPF along with this to protect your skin from those rays!

MY THOUGHTS

Good Genes amazed me because my mild acne scars and other fine lines looked instantly plumped!! I have oily/combo skin and while this does take a couple of minutes to sink in, I didn’t find it to make me any more shiny than usual, and loved how much it brightened my skin.

LUNA SLEEPING NIGHT OIL

Luna is a retinol oil that boosts your skins plumpness, and improves the appearance of pores, wrinkles, and redness. This oil has german essential oils and blue tansy which help to balance the skin and offer soothing benefits while you sleep.

MY THOUGHTS

I apply Luna at nighttime after cleansing my skin. I absolutely love the bulb style and the blue/green color was a bit surprising at first, but actually makes it really easy to see when I have it rubbed in enough to be effective. This looks and feels so luxurious to use, and I really enjoy the scent but it is a bit strong if you’re very sensitive to smells. I do find that this takes quite a bit of time to soak in, so I try to make sure I have at least 15-20 minutes before I plan to actually crawl into bed because otherwise I would get the oil on my pillow. I once again noticed results right away! The morning after my first time using this I thought my skin looked so much better, more awake and just beautiful! I think this will be a product I continue to use for a very long time.

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You can purchase these products separately in two different sizes, or in a bundled set which is what I did.

SUNDAY RILEY GOOD GENES

SUNDAY RILEY LUNA SLEEPING NIGHT OIL

SUNDAY RILEY POWER COUPLE

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SHOULD WOMEN SHAVE THEIR FACE?

February 13, 2017 & 3 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

If you’re part of “Bachelor Nation” and watch shows such as the ABC network hit The Bachelor, then you probably know Michelle Money. I am a huge fan of Michelle’s, and have learned a lot by watching her different YouTube channels. Several years ago I saw a video where Michelle showed how she shaves her face (watch it here) and after seeing that I did a little more research and today I want to share with you WHY and HOW I shave my face.

Why I Do It

I have very fine, blond peach fuzz on my face but after seeing the video tutorial Michelle showed I was intrigued. One thing I found both in Michelle’s video as well as other articles I found on the topic, was how men typically look younger because shaving their face regularly is a form of exfoliating their face on a very regular basis! Regularly exfoliating is a great way to really amp up the function of the skincare that you’re already using, too, because it allows products to really be absorbed into the skin. I love that my skin looks beautiful and smooth, plus this makes makeup apply flawlessly. Essentially you are removing a layer of dead skin cells, so dermaplaning like they do at skin spas, but for only a couple of dollars and in the comfort of your own home. And just like shaving your legs will *NOT* make the hair come back thicker or darker, the same is true for shaving your face this way… that is a myth! Your hair on your face will come back in exactly how it was when you started!

How I Do It

I don’t have a set schedule doing this, but typically try to do this about every week or every other week. I use the Tinkle (yes, “tinkle”) brand eye brow razors to do this, but most “eye brow razors” will work for this. *Note: I NEVER use these “eye brow” razors to shave my eye brows and think that you should keep razors FAR away from your brows! Pluck, wax, or thread of your brows please! I begin with clean and dry skin, use a single-blade, single-edge razor, hold my skin taut with one hand, and then shave in upward motions holding the razor at a 45 degree angle. I avoid around my eye area, my eye brows, and anything too close to my hair line, focusing on my cheeks and by my ears. I also love to do this before I do microdermabrasion which I do at home using my PMD. After I shave I skip toner and I make sure to use a lot of moisturizer so that you skin isn’t dried out.

Final Thoughts

I don’t think this is a “must” by any means. Please only do what you are comfortable with. I suggest starting with just a little bit, perhaps the peach fuzz on your jaw line, and then see how it goes for you. If you’re under 18 years old please ask your parents before you begin incorporating this into your skincare routine. If you do decide to try this, always be careful and make sure to clean the blade after and don’t use a dull blade on your face because just like your legs a dull blade will make you more likely to nick yourself.

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SIMPLIFY YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE? NIVEA IN-SHOWER BODY LOTION REVIEW

August 31, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I, like most women I know, have A LOT of skincare products both lining my shower and on my counter and while trying the Nivea In-Shower Body Lotion to my shower rotation increased the number lining on shower (much to my sweet hubs delight I’m sure), I thought it would be worth a try to see if it could eliminate one of the bottles in my bathroom cabinet.

NIVEA IN-SHOWER BODY LOTION:

WHAT IT IS:

This is an in shower body lotion that claims to have 24 hour + moisture with no sticky feel. You apply this, like a lotion, to your skin AFTER you have already used soap or a body wash and then rinse it off before getting out of the shower. This is not a body wash, but only a body lotion, so it isn’t a 2-in-1 product which I think some may think it is without a little investigating!

MY THOUGHTS:

This feels like regular lotion, and so using it in the shower was different because you couldn’t tell for sure where you had applied it and the lotion itself is very thin feeling once you’ve got water in the mix. I wasn’t sure if I had gotten it everywhere and I certainly hadn’t rubbed it in or anything, but sure enough after I rinsed and then toweled off my skin felt very soft! I love the almond oil because it is a light but heavenly scent! They also have cocoa butter and shea butter options available. The fragrance is totally up my alley, and definitely gender neutral. I will say that I felt like I had to use more, because I wasn’t sure where I put it and the water is starts washing it off before I felt like I’ve gotten it everywhere it needs to be, but I don’t mind that on the days where I really don’t have it in me (dramatic, but so true!) to apply lotion after showering.

BOTTOM LINE:

Will this replace my body lotion and give our cabinet some much needed space? Definitely not! What can I say? I love having options! But, I love this for the days when I want a slightly shorter routine.I think this would be a fantastic option for those who really don’t like that lotion-y feel, too. Overall I love this and I will continue to buy this, especially now that fall is on the way and winter will be following right behind!

I hope that all of you have a wonderful weekend! We are excited to spend one last weekend together as a family before school starts!! Thank you, as always, for reading! Please subscribe! xx

5 DRUGSTORE PRODUCTS I ALWAYS REPURCHASE

May 23, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that all of you had a great weekend! I had a very busy, but very fun weekend! My very first post was on shower favorites-drugstore edition and today I decided to share a few of my drugstore staples that I will always repurchase. Please let me know some of your holy grail favorites from the drugstore in the comments : )

TRESemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Leave-In Spray:

This is a great heat protectant that I always have on hand. I buy a pretty equal mix of drugstore and high-end hair products, but this is my go-to thing to spray on my hair before curling or straightening.

Plus White 5 Minute Whitening Gel:

I do like doing more intense whitening kits from time to time, but on an almost daily basis I will use a Q-Tip to apply a little bit of this gel to my teeth after showering and I’ll just leave it on while I finish my nighttime routine and then I’ll rinse it off. I don’t notice a super huge difference, but I do think that it helps them stay white and avoid staining from every day things like coffee or tea. I find this at Walmart for about $5 or you can buy a kit with trays for $20.

OGX Nourishing Coconut Milk Anti-Breakage Serum:

I mentioned this in my April Beauty Favorites post, and it still remains something I use all the time! I love this for working into the ends of my damp hair, but I actually like it even more for apply to the dry ends of my hair after heat styling to help the ends from looking too dry.

Summer’s Eve Simply Sensitive Cleansing Wash:

This has been a favorite of mine for a long time, and maybe it’s T.M.I but I love this stuff! I don’t use it daily because you need to be careful with your p-H levels, but I do like having a wash that’s appropriate for your lady bits. You should NOT use regular body wash down there! They have scented options too, but this is my go-to.

Clean & Clear Morning Burst Shine Control Facial Cleanser:

I love Purity by Philosophy, but this is my favorite drugstore cleanser and I usually use this one in the morning and the Purity by Philosophy at nighttime.

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