My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)


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My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)

4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet


Because we all need to help save our planet, and these are four easy (and also fun) ways to do
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4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet

Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life


You guys know I’m picky about lip gloss, but I recently tried two new (to me) products and had to
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Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life

5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland


Because I know you want to shop (but not for touristy junk)... (more…)
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5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland

04.07.2014
#100HappyDays

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I am pretty much never on the forefront of social media.

I mean, I just got a Twitter this year (I’m kinda a big deal—I already have a whopping 50 followers).  It has never bothered me that I’ve always been late to the game, until I started seeing my friends on Instagram hashtagging their photos with #100happydays.  This time I wouldn’t be left behind—I had to investigate.

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04.04.2014
(Giveaway) in honor of My 8th “Blogiversary”!

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Guys, I honestly can’t believe that today marks my 8TH BLOGGING ANNIVERSARY (“BLOGiversary,” if you will), but it does.  It also marks my first year as a full-time blogger AND, in honor of this monumental occasion, I’m giving away EIGHT of my favorite products (above) to EIGHT winners 🙂  Eight years of blogging…get it?  So yeah, eight of you will win EVERYTHING above. You’re welcome.

Each prize set is valued at more than $300, so make sure to enter and spread the word.

Here’s how to enter and more details on what you will win…

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04.03.2014
Volume Filler

 

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For as much as I talk about my fine hair, you’re probably wondering if I ever come across new products to help boost volume…and the answer is yes. I’m always skeptical when I read about the “next big thing” in hair care, but L’OREAL always does a really good job, so I wasn’t that skeptical this time around.  The Advanced Haircare collection has a shampoo/conditioner set for pretty much every hair need, but when given the choice I immediately selected the new VOLUME FILLER Shampoo and Conditioner line because, well, I have fine, thin hair and that’s exactly what this set is for. So what makes this particular volume boosting shampoo and conditioner unique?  Here’s the science: Filloxane and Arginine-K Complex penetrate the hair fiber from root to core to tip for healthier looking hair.  The formula works to create texture from within to generate a thicker feel and infuses lasting volume over time.  The line has also been clinically tested and users say that your hair feels two times thicker after you use this product, and I definitely have to agree.  I mean…look at my photo below.

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04.02.2014
(Video) Jergens BB Body Perfecting Skin Cream Review

If you’ve never tried a BB cream, then you should…especially since I can’t believe this is the first time I’ve tried a BB for BODY. So genius.  The JERGENS BB BODY PERFECTING SKIN CREAM is my new favorite because it basically made me feel 10 lbs. thinner in about five days, true story.  The claims: visible benefits in five days!  The cream helps even out skin, firm and correct, in addition, of course, to actually hydrating your skin the same way a regular moisturizer would.  Watch my video to hear the rest of my thoughts!

Disclosure: This post and video were sponsored by Jergens BB Body Cream through their partnership with POPSUGAR Select. While I was compensated to write a post and create a video about Jergens BB Body Cream, all opinions are my own.

 

04.01.2014
Post-workout bliss

post workout blissIt’s that time of year. Daylight savings time has given us an extra hour of sunlight each day, bikinis are popping up in stores, and bare legs and shoulders are coming soon, if not already out in the world. My daily workout definitely tends to shift towards a gentle hibernation period in the winter, so the springtime leads me back to the gym and my yoga mat, where I combat sore muscles once I’m back on a more regular schedule. I’m sharing my arsenal of three of my favorite post-workout recovery tricks with you!  I hope they’ll help ease your muscles to make your spring amp-up easier on your body, and easier to maintain throughout ALL four seasons.

ArnicaArnica is a plant in the sunflower family that’s used in homeopathic medicine as a pain reliever for muscle aches and stiffness. Apply a few times a day for best results, and feel your tough workout woes fade in record time. I usually buy it in gel form, although you can get it in cream and ointment form as well.  Bonus: The topical treatment also helps bruises disappear way faster than they would normally.

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03.31.2014
Beauty Benefits of Mayonnaise

Beauty Benefits of Mayonnaise

Here’s a little factoid about me that you probably didn’t know: I hate MAYONNAISE.  Personally, I think it’s a gross, creamy condiment that’s completely unnecessary on food, BUT it does have some beauty benefits:

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Moisturize your hair// The creamy white stuff is great for dry, damaged hair since it contains oils and protein that helps fill in hair follicles and increases shine.  It also contains vinegar, which is great to help restore your hair’s pH balance.

Hydrate your cuticles// Try soaking your fingertips in mayo every so often (for about 5 minutes) to help strengthen and restore your cuticles and fingernails.

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