Get Hair Ready For Spring!

As it gets warmer in Kansas City, I know that with the heat comes the frizz — my poor hair!

So I have started to think about using more products and hair care to keep my hair hydrated, soft and smooth.  Here are my current faves:

Topganic Leave On Silk Serum
Topganic Leave On Silk Serum

Topganic Leave On Silk Serum ($13 USD) — Sodium chloride free, Paraben-free, SLE and SLES free anti frizz and nutritious oil for dry and ultra dry hair.  It is perfect for hair that has undergone any type of chemical treatment including straightening and curling.  The active ingredients captured inside this bottle, deliver healthier, silkier and extraordinarily shiny hair.

This flawless recipe is enriched with Brazil nuts, which are known as one of nature’s best sources of selenium, an important mineral for healthy scalp appearance. Brazil nuts are also brimming with alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid that helps condition your hair.  It is also considered a terrific source of zinc which a deficiency of, may lead to hair shedding.

What I think:  This serum has the consitency of an oil, so a little goes a long way.  I apply a little to wet hair, and it dries soft and smooth.  It is also wonderful for mid-day frizzies.  Plus, I love the scent of this serum — it’s nutty and sweet!

Purchase at http://www.topganic.com

African Shea Butter Gentle & Conditioning Shampoo ($27 USD, 7.4 fl. oz.) — Mild cleanser drenches strands in light-weight moisture, protecting color and taking hair to a whole new level of softness and shine. Active botanical agents (African Shea Butter, Hops, Nettle and Comfrey) condition and silkify without weighing hair down.

Lovin’ Leave-in Conditioner ($24 USD, 6 fl. oz.) — A light moisturizing styling crème that keeps everything nicely defined, gets rid of flyaways and gives hair a soft gleam. Ideal for all hair types.

pH Restorative Detangling Toning Mist ($24 USD, 4.23 fl. oz.) — Weightless, daily detangling mist leaves hair glossy and frizz-free. Perfect for all hair types. Water-light leave-in toner adjusts the pH of tap water to seal the cuticle of your hair, for a remarkably smooth, shiny finish. Boosts manageability and shine with Apple Cider Vinegar, a natural astringent and pH balancer.

What I think:  I love the shampoo for my colored treated hair.  It is so gentle but cleans very well.  The leave in conditioner smells so nice!  It is easy to use, just apply a small amount to cleansed hair, and either air or blow dry.  The toning mist leaves my hair smooth and shiny, but I am not much of a fan of the vinegar smell.  It does go away after awhile.  Yay!  I really love that it seals my hair cuticle to keep the frizz away.

LA Looks Nutra Curl
LA Looks Nutra Curl

LA Looks Nutra Curl (Aprox. $9.99 USD) — Love the curly, wavy look but hate it when you lose shape and definition? Get your hair ready for long lasting, frizz-free curls. Infused with Avocado Oil to naturally moisturize dry or damaged hair. Level 8 Hold.

  • Moisturizes dry or damaged hair
  • Provides defined, frizz-free curls
  • Safe for color-treated hair

What I think:  I have wavy hair and this product defines my waves and makes them more curly!  I apply on damp hair and either air dry, or dry on a low heat with my hair dryer.  My hair is curly and shiny!  It also gets rid of the frizz.  Love!

http://www.lalooks.com/products/

What hair products are you loving?  Anything that will keep the frizz away?  leave a comment and let me know!

 

Bath And Body Products For Spring!

It is getting warmer, which means putting away sweaters and boots and bringing out short sleeves and sandals — oh my!

So, my skin needs to be smooth and soft. I am loving body care that smells amazing and moisturizes.  The products below are my new faves:

 

Surya Brasil Sapien Women Shower Gel
Surya Brasil Sapien Women Shower Gel

Surya Brasil Sapien Women Shower Gel ($26.69 USD) — Provides deep hydration and is free from BHT, EDTA, Parabens, Sulfates, Phthalates and Synthetic Fragrances. Absolutely NO GMOs.

The eco-friendly Sapien Women Body Collection is 100% vegan, natural and rich in exotic organic Amazonian ingredients like Pracaxi Oil, Aloe Vera juice, Amaranth* protein and Vitamin E. Natural coconut & mango essential oils with a trace of raspberry and vanilla

What I think:  This smells so amazing!  It is tangy and refreshing.  I love how natural this is, and it so moisturizing!  I love it when my shower gel doesn’t dry out my skin and adds moisture.

Purchase at http://www.suryabrasilproducts.com

 

Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter
Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter

Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter ($35 USD) — It’’s not heavy, it’’s my butter——silky, intensely hydrating body butter that smells subtly yum and gives sweet relief to the driest skin. Packed with luscious oils and whipped to a feather-light texture, it sinks in instantly for velvety soft skin to create an argan oil infused body lotion in a flash. Spread the love and feel the difference.

What I think:  I have this in Sweet Citrus, which smells amazing!  I love citrusy scents, they remind me of warm weather and summer time!  It is also so hydrating and not greasy at all.  It sinks right into my skin and leaves it soft all day.

Purchase at http://www.josiemaran.com

Tree Hut Shea Almond & Honey Body Butter
Tree Hut Shea Almond & Honey Body Butter

Tree Hut Shea Almond & Honey Body Butter (approx. $6 USD) — Moisturize your body with the rich and pampering Tree Hut Shea Almond & Honey Body Butter. Feel the difference as natural body butter helps seal in moisture and softens dry, rough skin. The natural almond extract, honey and certified organic shea butter create an intense moisturizer containing a sweet essence that leaves your body feeling smooth and healthy. Enjoy a relaxing bath or a shower, and then apply some of this Tree Hut Shea Butter, 7 oz, to keep your skin beautiful.

What I think:  I love body butter this time of year, and this is an affordable one that smells really nice! It leaves my skin very soft, and it is nice to use on my dry feet.

Learn more at http://www.treehutshea.com and purchase at mass market retailers like Walmart.

Nad's Exfoliating Body Wax Strips
Nad’s Exfoliating Body Wax Strips

Nad’s Exfoliating Body Wax Strips ($8.99 USD) — With a tropical grapefruit scent, the new Nad’s Exfoliating Body Wax Strips are an innovative take on the traditional at-home wax strip with the world’s FIRST exfoliating waxing strip. Each cultivated with the Nad’s patented Xfol™ technology, a coarse exfoliating surface on the outside to remove buildup and dead skin, these strips work to release trapped ingrown hairs while a powerful, strong ‘grip’ within the strip to adhere and remove hair. Recommended use for hair as short as 1.5mm.

What I think:  These are interesting.  The outer paper that holds the wax is actually an exfoliating strip.  You rub it in circles on your skin before you wax.  Then rub the outside of the wax strip between the palms to warm it up, peel and apply.  I then make sure the wax is on securely and pull off.  Ouch!  But it works pretty well.  I still had a few hairs left and had to do it again.  It then left my skin hair free!  This is nice if you don’t like to shave.

Purchase at Target stores and http://www.target.com

What are you using for smooth skin now?  Leave a comment and let me know.

SinfulColors Kylie Jenner King Kylie Collection Review

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I have been loving SinfulColors lately.  They offer gorgeous polishes at an affordable price. And they have just released a collaboration with Kylie Jenner.

These highly curated, trend collections will be on shelves for a limited-time only, from March 1 –August 31st 2016. Individual collections will debut at select mass market retail partners nationwide, beginning with the King Kylie SinfulShine Collection, twenty luxurious shades of exquisite jewel tones offset by decadent neutrals and precious metals, as well as a top coat. This sinfully spectacular collection is fit for a king.

“I am so excited to be working with SinfulColors on my own nail color collections! I’ve taken all the colors and trends I love for these limited-edition sets.  I love being creative with my nails and sharing my artistic choices with my fans. With this collection with SinfulColors, I’ll be able to offer my fans the polish they need to get my favorite styles at an affordable price. I can’t wait for everyone to see what we’ve done,” remarks Kylie.

“Kylie is internationally recognized as a leading influencer and trendsetter in beauty and fashion, and recognized for making a statement in nail. Our loyalists rely on our colors to make a statement. We are thrilled to collaborate with Kylie, and are excited to introduce these new collections, unlike anything else on the market,” comments Blake Decker, Head of Marketing, SinfulColors.

The SinfulColors Kylie Jenner Collection will be available at retailers throughout the U.S., and globally, including Walmart, , Walgreens, Target and others.  A full list of retailers is available on the SinfulColors website, http://www.sinfulcolors.com. Suggested retail price of polishes and topcoat: $2.99.

I received a sampling of the greys and nudes in this collection.  Here are swatches:

Slay Grey is a shimmery grey.  Very light and pretty!  Knight Out is a metallic steel grey. Da New Black is sparkly black that reads like a very dark grey.  All of these are really cool!

Kommado is a sparkling nude. Karamel is a warm nude shimmer.  Kafe Latte is a rose gold chrome.  I love all of these.  They are really fresh for Spring!

Are you planning to pick up any of these gorgeous polishes?  Leave a comment and let me know!

 

My Beauty Favorites — Week of February 29-March 6, 2016

Happy Sunday!  I hope everyone had a great week.  It was warm in Kansas City today and I loved it!

This week I am loving effective skincare.  Now that I’m out of the cold air, I feel my skin is looking and feeling better.  And, the products below are definitely helping!

I was sent these fab products by KORRES, Clarity Rx and Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare for my honest review:

KORRES Wild Rose Advanced Brightening Sleeping Facial
KORRES Wild Rose Advanced Brightening Sleeping Facial

KORRES Wild Rose Advanced Brightening Sleeping Facial ($48 USD) — A breakthrough in beauty sleep. The weightless soufflé melts into skin and works overnight for brighter, petal-soft skin by morning. Day after day, week after week, uneven tone and dark spots will continuously improve. After only 14 days you’ll see skin that’s brighter, more even-toned, and exceptionally radiant.

What I think: This is such a fluffy cream!  I apply it over my serum at night and it sinks right into my skin.  Many night treatments are so heavy, but this one is light, but does really moisturize.  In the morning, my skin is so soft.  I am going to continue to use and hope to see lightening of dark spots.

Available at http://www.korresusa.com

Clarity Rx Daily Dose of Water Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum
Clarity Rx Daily Dose of Water Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum

Clarity RX Daily Dose of Water Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum ($66 USD) — This hydrator serum, made with a water-soluble formula, erases dull and dry skin, leaving you with a supple complexion. Apply a thin layer to skin in the morning and night, and allow to dry.

Benefits

  • Prevents dehydration of the skin
  • Boosts moisture levels in the skin using hyaluronic acid
  • Suitable For Dry to Normal Skin Types

What I think:  I have been using this day and night under my moisturizers.  It is fragrance free and has a gel consistency.  It sinks right into my skin, giving me a smooth surface for my moisturizer and makeup.  It evens out my skin tone and brightens my skin.  It also leaves my skin very soft!

Purchase at www.clarityclinicalskincare.com

Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare Recapture Day + IR Defense
Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare Recapture Day + IR Defense

Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare Recapture Day + IR Defense Anti-Aging Cream SPF 30 ($69 USD) — is formulated with a bio-copper complex that helps correct the most visible signs of aging. It uses three effective technologies to revive, improve and protect your skin while recapturing a youthful appearance.

What I think: I always either use a moisturizer with SPF daily or a sunscreen.  I love this product because it is a multi-tasker.  It also really hydrates my skin without being heavy.  I have tried this before and I’ve noticed that my skin tone is smoother and firmer with continuous use.

Available at Kohl’s stores and http://www.kohls.com

What skincare do you love?  Leave a comment and let me know!

Transition Into Spring With Luxe Skincare!

I am lucky to be able to try so many great skincare products.  And I love so many of them, from drugstore brands to department and beauty supply stores.

But, I have to admit, there is something about trying luxe, high-end skincare. The packaging is gorgeous and the products usually smell and feel amazing.

Below are products from Cosmedicine and Silkriller that I was sent for my honest review.  They may be a splurge, but they are totally worth it!

Cosmedicine Triple-P Perfected Brightening Serum
Cosmedicine Triple-P Perfected Brightening Serum

Cosmedicine Triple-P Perfected Brightening Serum ($210 USD) — serves as a daily vitamin for our skin. Decades of research led the Cosmedicine team to reveal the perfect formulation to effectively reverse the harmful visual effects of environmental damage, lessening the appearance of hyperpigmentation, sun spots, fine lines and wrinkles while brightening and illuminating skin’s overall complexion.

Formulated with three forms of Vitamin C to optimize full-potency absorption, this antioxidant-packed serum boosts the skin’s natural resistance to sun damage. Add this advanced complexion-perfecting serum, formulated with powerful antioxidants and multivitamins, to any skin care regimen to form a weightless, natural protective shield against daily environmental assaults. Triple-P works double duty to protect skin while simultaneously allowing it to absorb essential minerals to reduce the appearance of fine lines and impart a glowing even complexion day after day.

What I think: I have been using this light gel-like serum day and night before my moisturizer.  I love how it sinks right into the skin.  It really does brighten my skin and makes it glow!  I haven’t been using it long enough to see a reduction in

Purchase at http://www.cosmedicine.com

Silkriller Revitalization Set Silver
Silkriller Revitalization Set Silver

Silkriller Revitalization Set Silver ($475 for the set, each item can be purchase individually) — Revitalize your skin with our unique blend of skin care solutions. Here are the products included:

3D Silver Gel: Anti-aging Serum
Facial Foam: Deep Facial Cleanser
Lotion: Revitalizing Beauty Tonic
Moisture Cream: Hydrating Moisturizer

3D Silver Gel: The definitive skincare solution to younger looking skin, our unique blend of silk fibroin and beauty essences regenerates skin cells to their natural beauty. Facial Foam: Our one-of-kind deep cleanser and make-up remover gently washes away makeup and oily residue while hydrating the skin. Lotion: A water-based, cream-free tonic of a carefully crafted silk fibroin solution that serves as the first step to fully revitalize your skin. Moisture Cream: A deep moisturizing cream designed to maximize the benefits of silk’s natural hydrating power, leaving smoother and younger looking skin.

What I think:  These products are so innovative!  The facial foam cleans skin without drying it out.  The lotion is a fluid and I apply it with a cotton pad.  It’s very cool!  Then I use the serum and the lotion.  My skin is very hydrated and so, so soft! I love that these are made with silk because they do hydrate and soften. I am going to continue using them and hope to see more improvements over time.

Purchase at http://www.silkriller.com

What luxe items do you love?  Leave a comment and let me know!

Brand Review — Ramy Beauty Therapy

I love discovering new brands and reviewing cool products!

This week, I have been loving products from Ramy Beauty Therapy.  It was created by makeup artist Ramy.  His philosophy is simple: “Minimum makeup, Maximum impact!” Meaning, if you select the correct color palette to enhance your features and apply it correctly, you can look younger and more beautiful with a minimum of products and effort.

I was sent the following products for my honest review:

Ramy Beauty Brow Master Complete Kit
Ramy Beauty Brow Master Complete Kit

Ramy Beauty The Brow Master Kit ($49.99 USD) — contains both the Brow Master Stencils and the Arch Angel Color Transforming Brow Gel! Everything you need to be your own eyebrow guru!

The Brow Master: No more cookie cutter eyebrows! Ramy’s patent-pending, trademarked invention will revolutionize how we shape our brows. Now everyone can be an eyebrow expert! The Brow Master insert moves up, down, left and right to customize the thickness, length and width of your brows. Each Set contains the Brow Master and 3 inserts (Full, Medium and Soft Arch)

Arch Angel Color Transforming Brow Gel goes on white, then changes color when you brush through it to match your hair color! This universally flattering neutral is perfect for use with the Brow Master Customizable Stencils or on it’s own. The Arch Angel fills in your brows with the perfect shade and holds brows in place until you remove it. Apply with the included angled brush, then brush through. Color transforms instantly and will adjust after a few minutes to become your perfect shade!

The stencils are great for those who need a shape to their brows.  My brows are fairly defined, I just tweeze a little to keep them neat.  The Arch Angel is great for keeping brows in the shape you want them to be and filling in color.  It worked on my dark brown brows and didn’t make me look too made up.  I haven’t used anything like this before and think it is a cool idea.  And the little pot of product will last a long time.

Ramy Beauty Therapy Perfect Eye Wand Liner & Shadow
Ramy Beauty Therapy Perfect Eye Wand Liner & Shadow

The Perfect Eye Wand ($24 USD) takes easy eye make-up to the next level by combining an eye liner and shadow in one easy-to-use wand. The eyeliner shade? PERFECT! Not black, not brown, but the ultimate, neutral mahogany color. The Shadow end is a taupey grey neutral – Two eye products, One Perfect Wand that truly compliments any skin tone. Create a sexy smoky eye, or create the perfect subtle day look.

Ramy Tip: For daytime, apply liner to upper lashline only and shadow on crease of eye to define your eyes without looking overly made up. For evening: INSTANT Smokey Eye! Apply liner to upper and lower lashlines and apply shadow to entire eye lid and over liner on lower lashline for the fastest smoky eye Ever!

I like to do the daytime look.  I actually take a light-colored shadow and brush over my whole eyelid.  Then I line my eyes with the liner and apply the shadow in the crease.  The look is pretty amazing!  The liner is very dark, but not black and the shadow smudges really well to create the perfect shade.  So pretty!

Ramy Beauty Therapy Alive! Blush
Ramy Beauty Therapy Alive! Blush

Ramy Beauty Therapy Alive! Blush ($19 USD) — One of a kind, long-wearing color. Micronized and silicone treated for extremely smooth application. This blush literally seems to bring skin to life with its perfect blend of pink, gold and brown color. Great for sweeping over eyes to really make eye color pop! A great alternative for women who are not inclined to wear eyeshadows. Simply sweep over eyes with blush brush for a finished, polished look.

This is such a pretty, neutral color!  It works great on the eyelids with the eyeliner above.  Plus, it makes such a natural-looking blush.  Just enough color and shimmer to define the cheeks.  I like using softer colors for spring and summer and this is perfect!

Purchase these multi-tasking products and more at ramy.com

Beauty.com’s Exclusive MILLY Game Face Bag Series #2, Free Gift With Purchase

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Beauty.com has announced the second installment of their exclusive MILLY Game Face Bag Series. You can receive filled with amazing beauty products when you spend $125 or more at Beauty.com.

The 2016 MILLY Game Face Bag features a vibrant paint stroke design.  The oversized cosmetics pouch is spacious enough for toting all your makeup and skin care essentials.  “I am thrilled for my collaboration with Beauty.com,” says MILLY designer Michelle Smith. “With a vibrant painterly print straight from my Spring ’16 runway collection, this pouch is the perfect size. Put your game face on for spring!”

The MILLY Game Face Bag arrives fully stocked with 12 prestige beauty samples in both deluxe and full sizes. The cosmetics bag and its contents have an approximate combined retail value of more than $150. The selection includes offerings from some of the beauty world’s top beauty and skin care brands.

Bag Contents:

  1. Skyn ICELAND Hydro Cool Firming Face Gels – Forehead Patch (.21 oz)
  2. Invisibobble Hair Ties, Navy Blue  (3 ea)
  3. Jay Manuel Beauty The Everything Mascara, Noir (.28 fl oz)
  4. Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Power Serum (5 ml)
  5. BeautyBlender Blotterazzi with Liquid Cleanser
  6. Kevyn Aucoin The Eye Pencil Primati, Defining Navy
  7. Ahava Deadsea Mineral Hand Cream (20 ml)
  8. Clean Fragrance Rain VOC (1 ml)
  9. Korres Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream? Cleanser (20 ml)
  10. Soap & Glory Great Kisser Lip Moisture Balm, Vanilla Bean (.63 oz)
  11. NUXE Dry Oil Shimmer (.33 fl oz)
  12. Phyto Phytocitrus Color Protect Radiance Mask (50 ml)
  13. Beauty.com offer card

I thinks the bag is really fun!  The products look amazing, too.  I love so many of these brands such as Korres, Ahava, Soap & Glory and Invisibobble and am wanting to try Kevyn Aucoin and Jay Manuel.  It is a fun assortment of skincare and makeup.

Are you going to pick up a bag and some amazing Beauty.com products?  Leave a comment and let me know!

SinfulColors Shamrock Out Collection

Shamrock Out Collection

Happy March!  I am so looking forward to Spring.  Spring makes me think of green, which of course reminds me of St. Patrick’s Day!

It’s fashionable to go green – and gold!  Fancy up your mani this St. Paddy’s Day with a range of shades to envy from the SinfulColors Shamrock Out Collection ($1.99 each), including a NEW Limited Edition glitter polish, Feeling Lucky, a limited edition bold green glitter with gold shamrock shaped glitters.

SinfulColors are made in the USA and are 5 Free (Toluene, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, DPB and Camphor Free)

I received a few of these gorgeous greens.  Below are swatches of the colors I received:.

Exotic Green is on the left (and underneath Feeling Lucky? on the right).  It is sheer kind of like a jelly polish and took 3 coats to become opaque.  On, it is so pretty.  It would be nice as an every day color and would look cool with a matte top coat.

Feeling Lucky? is basically a clear top coat with green and white glitter with gold shamrocks.  It looks great on, but takes a little practice to fish the shamrocks out.

 

Both colors above are shimmers with two coats each. Happy Ending is a bright green shimmer. San Francisco is a darker color — perfect for St. Patrick’s Day.

Available in February and March 2016 at various retailers including Target, Walgreens, Walmart, Rite Aid and other drug and mass retailers

Are you painting your nails green for St. Patrick’s Day?  Leave a comment and let me know.

My Beauty Favorites — Week of February 22-28, 2016

Are you watching the Oscars tonight? I have Downton Abbey and the Walking Dead to enjoy, but I do appreciate the glamour of the Academy Awards.

Speaking of glamour, I have been loving sexy, nude lip colors and volumizing hair products:

Rimmel London Lasting Finish Lipstick By Kate ($5.79 USD) — Nude lips are having a major moment. Whether you’re a delicate rose or a caramel beauty, every girl needs the perfect au naturel lipstick. The Nude Collection stars ten new shades of Lasting Finish Lipstick, each carefully created by Kate. You’ll love the tan nude hue of shade #043, flattering for girls with warm undertone. Add warmth to skin with three pretty nude pink shades: #040, #041 and #042. Brighten-up your look with coral-hued #044, rose-tinted #045 and olive nude #046. Or give dimension to lips with the brandy, chocolate and coffee tones of #047, #048 and #049. Find your fave then go nude with total confidence and a full-on London attitude.  Don’t know which nude is right for you? Keep an eye out for Rimmel lipstick map on social media platforms to find your perfect nude. 

What I think:  I received the four lightest shades, 40-43.  They are all perfect for my skintone.  I think 41 is my favorite, because it has a pink tone to it.  I usually share makeup I receive, but I am hoarding all four shades because I love them all!  This lipstick is so moisturizing and looks amazing on.  I might have to go get a few more!  LOVE!!!

Purchase at Walmart stores.

NYC New York Color Expert Last Matte Lip Color
NYC New York Color Expert Last Matte Lip Color

NYC New York Color Expert Last Matte Lip Color (3.99 USD) — With a comfort of a gloss and a color impact of a matte lipstick, the NYC NEW YORK COLOR Expert last matte lip lacquer offers you the most glamorous look ever. With High Impact, explosive color, a velvet smooth, non-sticky finish and full coverage, this gloss has it all. Available shades: Bowery Matte Berry, Riverdale Matte Red, Noho Matte Nude (above).

What I think: Even though it is a huge trend, I haven’t tried many matte lipsticks.  I do like this one.  It is affordable and the nude is a great color.  When I applied it, it dried down to a moisturizing matte, and it wasn’t drying at all.  I have issues with lipstick traveling under my lip, but this didn’t!

Purchase at mass market retailers.

John Frieda Luxurious Volume Perfectly Full Mousse ($6.99 USD) — Instantly boosts volume in all 3 dimensions:  Fullness, thickness & lift. Luxurious volume line builds fullness at the roots, thickens individual strands and increases lift for noticeably thicker, full-bodied hair with up to 110% more fullness, 50% more thickness and 90% more lift.

John Frieda Luxurious Volume Forever Full Hairpsray ($6.99 USD) — Lightweight, ultra-fine spray offers the extra hold and body crucial to high-volume styles.

Creates all-day volume, for fine hair. Hair looks natural; stays full and uplifted all day.

What I think:  I love some volume in my hair, so I was excited to try these products.  Both products do add lots of volume.  I apply the mousse on damp hair and it doesn’t leave it sticky.  I dry my hair and add the hairspray.  It keeps the volume going.  I also like to spray my hair, pile it up on the top of my head and let it dry.  When I take my hair down, it is big and bouncy.  Fun for going out!

What have you been loving this week?  Leave a comment and let me know!

 

Body Moisturizers To Get You To Spring

My skin is so dry!  The temperature in Kansas City has been fluctuating, so my skin is so confused.  I keep it hydrated with moisturizing body products.  If I don’t, my skin feels dry and tight.

I was sent the products below for my honest review:

Everyone 3-in-1 Lotion
Everyone 3-in-1 Lotion

Everyone 3-in-1 Lotion ($10.99 USD) — This versatile lotion is light and moisturizing enough to be used on face, hands and body. Real plant extracts and Vitamin E are combined with bright mint essential oils to leave skin nourished and gently scented. Generously sized for the whole family. 32 fl oz, packaged in a recycled bottle.

What I think:  I have been using this in the Mint + Coconut scent.  Even though I’m not much of a mint person, this lotion is refreshing. It is also very hydrating without being heavy.  I like using it on my legs and feet before bedtime.

Available at http://www.eoproducts.com

EO Certified Organic Body Serum 02 Restorative
EO Certified Organic Body Serum 02 Restorative

EO® Certified Organic Body Serum ($21.99 USD) — The formulations in EO® Organic Body Serums combine ancient medicinal wisdom with beautiful, botanical ingredients. These transformative serums provide deeply moisturizing care for your skin. Made from the nourishing plant oils of Jojoba, Coconut, Argan and Avocado, these serums deliver vital nutrients to skin and restore radiance from the outside in. Available in Revitalizing and Restorative.

What I think:  This has an herbal scent and the consistency of an oil.  It is so moisturizing.  I love using it after a shower.  It locks in moisture and keeps skin soft all day!  I am also happy that the ingredients are natural — it’s like I am doing something great for my skin!

Available at http://www.eoproducts.com

Lavanila Laboratories The Healthy Body Butter
Lavanila Laboratories The Healthy Body Butter

Lavanila Laboratories The Healthy Body Butter in Vanilla Lavender ($19 USD) — Innocent and Fresh. A fresh blend of Spanish Lavender, rose and vanilla softly scents skin. This super soft, all-natural body butter absorbs instantly for deeply hydrated, luxuriously soft skin. 100% pure Shea & Cocoa Butters blend with powerful antioxidants and essential oils for long-lasting hydration. With super soft scents and a non-greasy formula, prepare for the ultimate indulgence.

What I think:  I am a big fan of these lotions.  I have used them before, but I really love this fragrance.  It is soft and warm.  Plus, the moisture it gives is welcome in cold and warm weather.  It keeps me hydrated all year round!

Purchase at http://www.lavanila.com

What moisturizers are you loving?  Leave a comment and let me know.