Leah Tackles

The Best Affordable Travel Steamer | Pur Steam Travel Steamer Review

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

If you’re like me you have at least a couple of shirts or dresses that are hanging in your closest but you never grab because they’re so wrinkled that even a few blasts of Downy Wrinkle Release (if you have survived until now without this I have two questions: 1) How? 2) Why?…here is a link and you’re welcome!) I recently purchased a new compact or “travel” steamer that I have to share with you.

Pur Steam Travel Steamer

I would love to get my hands on the full-size standing steamer, but until I re-work my laundry room or closet to be what I see in the latest issue of my beloved Magnolia, this compact version is both budget and small-space friendly.

You fill it with water (do not go above the max line or you’ll have water sputtering out and it is boiling water!) turn it on and by the time you’ve grabbed your item to steam, it is ready to go. I find that I can steam 2 shirts or dresses if I have it filled to just shy of the “max” line. I use a simple hook on my bathroom door like this and go for it. I try to steam things before putting them back in my closet, but since I pick my clothes the night before I can also plan ahead of time in case something needs a quick steam. I spend 5 minutes from set-up to take-down with my Pur Travel Steamer.

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FREEMAN BEAUTY DAY AND NITE FACE MASK | 2 IN 1 MASK REVIEW

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I love doing face masks both for my skincare and for my self-care. Having a fun mask to look forward to at the end of a long day keeps my spirits up and is a great way to pamper myself and doing it multiple times a week helps my overall mental health.

Freeman Beauty Day Nite Mask

I love Freeman Beauty single-use masks because they’re affordable and I do notice a difference in my skins overall look an feel when I use masks a couple of days each week. I was drawn to this mask because it is a 2-in-1 mask with a “Day” purifying mask + cleanser AND “Nite” calming gel mask.

My Thoughts

I used the calming gel mask first because I enjoy using masks in the evenings when I take a bath for part of my evening routine. It felt nice on my skin, and as with most gel masks my skin tone looked even and my overall complexion looks brighter after masking. I used the purifying mask the next day in the afternoon and also found that my skin looked bright and firm after using it. I did like it, however, avoided anywhere near my eye area because as soon as I started applying it that my eyes began to tear up, and I don’t usually have particularly sensitive eyes. I wouldn’t use this mask if your eyes are very sensitive. I had a little bit of the purifying mask + cleanser leftover so I saved it for the next morning to try as a cleanser, and I did like it for that but wouldn’t find it practical to use as a cleanser on a regular basis. Overall I really loved that this one single-use mask actually got me 3 different uses and experiences. I would buy this again and hope Freeman Beauty makes more masks like this.

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I purchased the Freeman Beauty Day Nite mask for $1.37 at Walmart but I have linked some of my other favorite Freeman Beauty masks that are available on Amazon in affordable lots.

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WALMART TIME AND TRU HAIR ACCESSORIES

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Hi there! Happy Monday! And, if you are in the United States, Happy Memorial Day!

I love having fun hair accessories and I have shared some of my favorite Kitsch and Amazon hair accessories and after finding these gems from the brand Time and True from Walmart I had to share.

Walmart Time and True Hair Accessories

I found this pack of 5 scrunchies for $4.88 and I am obsessed! Leopard print, linen, black textured, a neutral textured silky material, and a beautiful neutral and black zebra and leopard print. I am amazed by the quality and would have bought these for the linen scrunchy and animal prints alone.

The large clips are functional and add a little extra “pop” to your hair. I love the matte rubber in the trendy rust and neutral colors. I would love these in black, too.

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Unfortunately most of these are in-store only purchases, but it’s 100% worth a trip into Walmart. You can find these behind the women’s clothing and jewelry counter where they have hats, belts, and summer accessories.

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I will link similar options from Amazon below.

 

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Cosmic Deep Cleansing Jade Holographic Peel-Off Mask |Review

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have had more makeup-free days than normal during quarantine due to COVID-19, and that combined with regular masking has helped my skin to look very clear (woot woot!). My current favorite mask is the Jade Holographic Peel-Off Mask by Freeman Beauty.

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Cosmic Deep Cleansing Jade Holographic Peel-Off Mask

I have been a fan of the holographic masks by Freeman Beauty for a while. I almost always notice a more even skin tone, and softer skin immediately following a mask, but because I like trying different masks in can be hard to tell if all of the claims are accurate. I do find that the Jade mask, which is recommended for normal or oily skin, helps my skin feel fresh and stay clear, and I love using it after a day in makeup or after a great workout.

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MILANI STAY PUT MATTE 17 HR WEAR | BEST DRUGSTORE LIQUID

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I am forever in search of the best drugstore liquid eyeliner. I have a new favorite drugstore liquid eyeliner and I am excited to share it with you.

MILANI Stay Put Matte 17 Hr Wear

I love L’oreal Infallible Super Slim Eyeliner but all other affordable drugstore eyeliners I have tried have not been opaque enough and the formulas have been too dry so I have to go over the line several times. I love Kat Von D Tattoo Liner but it is too spendy for me to buy all the time since I go through it pretty quickly. The Milani Stay Put Matte 17 Hr Wear Eyeliner eyeliner has a soft felt tip applicator and is easy to apply. It is a very wet formula and I love that it is rich, pigmented color in one layer. I do find that I start in the middle of my eyelid instead of the inner corner because it is to wet otherwise I get too much color deposited near my tear duct, but a quick q-tip swipe does that. This eyeliner does wear all day without creasing or smudging. I will be repurchasing this eyeliner and absolutely recommend it.

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What is your favorite liquid eyeliner? Do you have a favorite drugstore eyeliner? 

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How-To Whiten Your Teeth Cheap | 5 Minute White Review

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Have you whitened your teeth lately? Have you tried 5 Minute White? One of the first things I notice about people, second only to how confident and approachable they seem, is their teeth. I am so thankful that my parents paid for my braces, and I remind myself of that every month when our daughters orthodontist auto-withdrawal hits out account. I have shared before my results from Smile Brilliant but today I wanted to share how I do whitening up-keep on a more regular basis.

About 5 Minute White

  • Complete, fast, and easy
  • Proven bleaching power whitens and brightens teeth
  • Oxygenating action like dentists use to gently and effectively whiten teeth
  • Bleaching power starts to work in 5 minutes
  • Comes in 2 ounce tube

My Routine is to use my own trays (you can make your own with athletic mouth guard kits, use whitening trays you already have, or use the one that comes in the larger 5 Minute White complete kit) and apply the whitening gel with a q-tip to my teeth, or sometimes I put it into the trays but if I do this I am careful to make sure it stays on the front portion of the tray. I also will use a q-tip to wipe any gel off off my gums to avoid irritation.

I leave the trays in for anywhere from 15 minutes- 2 hours, and I do not find this gel to be irritating to my sensitive teeth, but if I whiten for over an hour I always use a sensitivity toothpaste to avoid pain.

I love this gel because it is cheap and does a great job maintaining my white teeth. I like to use Smile Brilliant or Crest White Strips twice each year and use my 5 Minute White to maintain. I try to put the gel on ( sometimes even just put on my q-tips and no mouth tray for a few minutes, and when I feel like it or have time, I’ll do it longer) once every couple of week.

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Do you whiten your teeth at home? What product or kit do you use? I would love to hear from you in the comments! Thank you, as always, for reading. xx

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HOW-TO STYLE BARRETTES 2020

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

I might be alone here, but I don’t think so…let me know if this sounds familiar: I walk through the aisles of Ulta and my heart swells and internally (annnnd sometimes audibly) squeal when I look at all the beautiful hair accessories! Pearls, rhinestones, and bows, OH MY! So, sometimes I’ll buy them, but then find that I’m rarely reaching for them because “How the heck do I style these?” Anyone else? Well, today I am going to share with you the easiest way to wear barrettes, and the best part is you can do it with smaller, more delicate barrettes like the one I show today, OR the giant, blinged-out barrettes that are also popular right now.

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How-To Style Barrettes in 2020

Do an extreme side part (I like using a comb similar to this which I shared in this post) and then put the barrette about 1 inch above the top of your ear. EASY! I like doing this when my hair is curled OR straight.

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Have you purchased any barrettes or tried this style? Let me know in the comments of this post!

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GARNIER SKINACTIVE MOISTURE BOMB SHEET MASK | The Super-Hydrating Mask Anti-Fatigue

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

A couple of weeks ago I posted a review of another Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask and I had to share another today because it is my new favorite!

Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask | The Super-Hydrating Mask Anti-Fatigue

The Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask is a water-based sheet mask contains Hyaluronic Acid, which is an ingredient that is naturally found in the skin and is a popular ingredient used to add moisture back to the skin. This mask also contains pomegranate extract to give lots of hydration. This mask provides 24-hour long-lasting hydration and helps prevent moisture loss throughout the day. Free of mineral oil and parabens, this non-greasy formula with lavender essential oil, revitalizes skin and reduces signs of fatigue. 

My Thoughts

I love this mask! Like with most masks, I notice that my skin looks very even and bright after, but this mask is more than that. When I use this mask my skin feels incredibly moisturized and it lasts. I did this mask in the evening and woke up to skin that felt so much softer and less dry. I love the way this mask smells and it’s so relaxing after a long day. I have been wearing this mask in the evening as part of my evening routine (see why I have an evening routine on my free webinar Boundary Setting For Entrepreneurs). Grab these for gift baskets, stocking stuffers, and a cute item to add to the top of a gift that WORKS!

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Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

The weather is changing (we officially have sticking snow here in Michigan) and to me, that is a signal that its time to add moisture to my skin. I love masking and share face masks reviews.

Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask | The Super Hydrating Mask

The Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask is a water-based sheet mask contains Hyaluronic Acid, which is an ingredient that is naturally found in the skin and is a popular ingredient used to add moisture back to the skin. This mask also contains pomegranate extract to give lots of hydration. This mask provides 24-hour long-lasting hydration and helps prevent moisture loss throughout the day.

My Thoughts

I love this mask! Like with most masks, I notice that my skin looks very even and bright after, but this mask is more than that. When I use this mask my skin feels incredibly moisturized and it lasts. I did this mask in the evening and woke up to skin that felt so much softer and less dry. I noticed so much of a difference that I even switched up the foundation I had been using because I wasn’t worried about dry patches on my cheeks. I will continue using this mask and think it’s a great one for a stocking stuffer!

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Nadine West Review and Unboxing

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Hi there! Happy Monday!

Have you ever wondered how a clothing subscription box works? Nadine West offers an affordable style subscription service.

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I have shared my outfits from Nadine West for well over a year now on my blog (read the posts here). Nadine West 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 Nadine West 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 On Nadine West 

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.

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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!

Nadine West Unboxing

This month was a bit of a toss-up for me. I received two pairs of pants that I don’t like, and the jewelry wasn’t my style this month. However, I LOVE the tops that I got! The stretchy olive shirt is a great basic piece in a color that I love. It is also longer, which is nice because it will work well with leggings on casual days. I wasn’t sure that I would like the black and gray striped shirt with the brown suede elbow pads, but I love it! It’s a great neutral and the elbow pads make it fun. The red sweater is a little shorter than the average sweater, hitting just above the hip, and I like it a lot for wearing with high-rise jeans. A red sweater like this is a go-to for me when I am attending holiday concerts, events, parties, or just a fun evening out during the festive season.

Nadine West Final Thoughts

I love getting my Nadine West box each month! Most months I get a few things that I love, but I do wish that there was a simple form to update style preferences or check-in each month to see what I’d like to find in my box. I hope that I will continue to get neutral pieces that fit my style and delicate jewelry that works with my sense of style. I would love to see some simple, neutral-colored maxi dresses for spring, too. I would rather receive two or three nicer items than a lot of pieces that aren’t as nice of quality.

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

Have a wonderful rest of your week! Thank you for reading! xx

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