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CeraVe Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Treatment Glycolic Acid Face Serum

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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

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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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Express Bow Jumpsuit | Baby Shower Guest Outfit

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

This past weekend I got to wear a gorgeous bow jumpsuit from Express. I was fortunate enough to attend a beautiful baby shower and my mom gifted me with several beautiful clothing items around my birthday (she knows I am on a no-buy!)

Statement Bow Color Block Straight Leg Jumpsuit

I wore the Hailenda Pointed Toe Pump by Vince Camuto.

I carried this Handle Bag in Lilac by French Connection.

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My Birthday Outfit 2023

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Today I will be sharing my birthday outfit from a night out with my Little. Yesterday this blog turned 9. I am proud of myself for remaining consistent with this project, and while it isn’t something I am working actively to grow anymore, I love that it helps me to flex my writing muscles weekly, and it has opened doors for me with video work, published articles, and social media jobs.

My Birthday Outfit

Out

I wore this Scarlette Dress by Elliatt from Revolve.

I wore the Hailenda Pointed Toe Pump by Vince Camuto.

I carried this Handle Bag in Lilac by French Connection.

My Little’s Lavish Alice dress.

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Should you hem the dress? Why You Should Hire a Tailor

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

My mom bought me a few outfits for my birthday, including a gorgeous pink Scarlette Elliatt Dress from Revolve, and when I tried it on I loved it but the way it hit on my leg was really bothering me.

Why You Should Hire a Tailor

Have you ever had it when you try on something and decide to try again when you’re feeling better about the way you look? I tried that. I tried it with different shoes. It just wasn’t quite right. I tried to hold up the hem and see but it was hard to hold it and stand up to get a real idea of how it would look. Out of desperation, I ended up calling a tailor and she said she could get it done quickly, so I got in the car and was in her shop in 15 minutes. As soon as she held it up for me, I knew it would work. I picked the dress up a few hours later and my youngest and I snapped a picture when I tried it on and you can see in my face how EXCITED I am about the dress. A less than $20 tailor job and it’s now a dress I adore. So have some pants that need a tiiiny hem? Do you have a zipper that you’ve been putting off having fixed? Is there a dress that isn’t quite right? I suggest visiting your local tailor. I am so glad I did!

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Silk Sleep Mask | 3 Options

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I recently traveled for a funeral and appreciated my silk sleep mask more than ever. Blocking out the light, even the little bits from clocks or an outdoor light/street light, helps me sleep much better. I don’t like to have anything pressing or rubbing against my eyes, so I no longer use a fabric sleep mask but instead a silk sleep mask.

Slip Sleep Mask (best-selling and on my wishlist!)

Target Sleep Mask

Do you sleep with a sleep mask?

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My Favorite Abercrombie Jeans [25% off!]

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Abercrombie has sales often, and right now their jeans are on-sale! I wear Abercrombie jeans multiple days each week, and own more Abercrombie denim than any other denim. My favorites the Abercrombie 80’s Mom Jean, Abercrombie Mom Jean and the Abercrombie Straight Jean are on-sale and this is the time to snag them!

I typically wear the regular fit but sometimes will try on the curve love (especially in looser fits when I size down in the waist).

Abercrombie 80’s Mom Jean

Abercrombie Ultra High-Rise Straight Jean

Abercrombie High-Rise Mom Jean

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My CHEAPEST Beauty Favorite | The Best Body Lotion

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I love indulging and investing in high-quality skincare, and high-quality also often = a high price. That said, some items I will always buy at an affordable price because they work and that’s an easy way I can save money. The BEST body lotion I’ve ever used, far better than higher-end versions I have gotten as gifts or anything from Bath and Body Works, is the Cocoa Butter Moisturizing Lotion from Up and Up at Target. This is a store-brand version of the Vaseline brand, which is also fantastic, but it is about double the price. Meijer and Walmart also have store-brand versions.

Cocoa Butter Moisturizing Lotion from Up and Up

This lotion is inexpensive, and every night (unless I am sunless tanning) I slather every inch of my body in this. It is not greasy but very moisturizing and keeps my skin incredibly soft. I love the pump, but when you get to the bottom it does stop working when there are still several days worth of lotion left but you can turn it upside down and shake the rest out.

Is this a silly thing to blog about? Maybe! But this lotion is something I have repurchased for years and I love it.

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My No-Buy Contentment Journey

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I am really enjoying my no-buy. I have noticed that I get excited to even buy basic things now, like replacing my favorite facewash. I do think this showcases that I do crave the thrill of buying, but I think that being able to be excited about the simple and mundane is good. This brings me to another element that I have brought into 2023 along with my no-buy.

My Contentment Journey

I am trying to be more present by not distracting myself all of the time with YouTube, streaming shows, and music. I still listen to things (I am listening to a YouTube video as I type) but when doing things like making dinner, switching the laundry, or washing dishes I am not having entertainment on. I am trying things like using some of my many (many) eye shadow palettes that I haven’t reached for in awhile, changing up my earrings, and trying to enjoy the process of getting ready. I’ve also tried to be present and notice the touch, sound, and beauty in the mundane.

Have you attempted a no-buy or a low-buy? What category (makeup? skincare? clothes? home decor? craft supplies?) do you overshop?

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Maybelline Hyper Easy Liquid Pen Eyeliner | Review

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I spoke last week about my no-buy and I will only be replacing makeup that runs out such as eyeliner, eyebrow products, and concealer. I also must “shop my stash” first, so I use up anything I have, and if I can’t use it because it is too old or faulty, I will get rid of it in an effort to declutter. I use liquid eyeliner most days, and my current favorite is the Maybelline Hyper Easy Liquid Pen.

Maybelline Hyper Easy Liquid Pen

Why I love it: It sounds gimmicky, but I love the hexagonal grip. I really do find it easier to hold. The tip is small and fine, which makes it perfect for a nice barely there line which is what I’ve been gravitating to lately, but I also am able to get a thicker line and a nice wing when that is the look I am after. It doesn’t pull or drag, and it is very opaque.

What is your favorite eyeliner?

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