Find these adorable clips on Amazon! Super reasonable and the perfect way to jazz up any hairstyle!
Quick & Easy Makeup Routine
Only have a few minutes to put yourself together in the am? This quick beauty routine will help you feel polished and confident. Below is a complete list of everything I used in the video. Enjoy!
ILUMA Intense Brightening Serum $47
Clinique All About Eyes Rich Cream $32.50
Clinique Moisture Surge 72 hr Replenishing Hydrator 15ml $12.00
GloMinerals Satin Cream Foundation $48
RMS Beauty Lip 2 Cheek in “Beloved” $36
E.L.F. Cosmetics Clear Brow gel $2.00
Morphe Round Blender Brush $5.00
NARS Bronzing Powder in “Laguna” $40
Mallywood Smoky Mama Mascara $20
My Twin Pregnancy Beauty Must Haves
As a 5’3 125lb woman, the moment I knew I was having twins I knew I had to get ahead of the inevitable stretch marks. Pregnancy is new territory for me and a huge learning curve however, I at least know when it comes to products that I’m going to be rubbing all over my body I want them to be more natural. For stretch mark prevention I am loving Basq Resilient Body Oil. The Lavender scent is calming after my evening shower and the oil easily absorbs into my skin. I focus this oil on my entire belly area and hips.
For all the other areas of my expanding body I love using Shea Moisture’s Raw Shea Butter body lotion with Frankincense & Myrrh.
Luckily I wasn’t too nauseas in my first trimester but not all are so lucky. For those of you who find yourselves making out with your toilet seat on the regular, I highly recommend these lovely damage-free ribbion hair ties!
Not only are these hair ties great for gently holding your hair back damage free, they also work great for holding your shrinking pre-pregnancy pants up!
Hormones determine a lot of different things during pregnancy. My hormones decided they wanted my hair to be dry, limp, and brittle. To combat this unfortunate circumstance I use my Davines Renewing serum mid strand to ends daily. This serum contains antioxidant-rich spinach extract and maqui berry to protect the youth of the hair and scalp.Some women develop “pregnancy mask” which is hyperpigmentation of the skin on your face due to the higher levels of estrogen. Knowing this was a possibility for me my esthetician recommended that I use Iluma intense lightening serum. I had already been using this for acne spots and was amazed by its performance so I was very relived to hear it was not only safe to use during pregnancy but it was also a great preventative measure.
Dry hair, dry skin, and dry lips I can’t seem to get enough water in my system! Burt’s Bees lip balm is my absolute favorite!
Dark spots are not just a result from hormone imbalances. Dark spots can appear when you’ve been exposed to the sun. I LOVE Image skincare’s oil free prevention SPF. It does not make your skin look white and it dries smooth to the touch. I wear this EVERYDAY.
Last but not least WATER is the most important beauty & wellness must have during pregnancy and just life! Drinking half your weight in ounces daily is ideal. Doing this keeps you, your baby/babies, and skin in the best condition possible. This is a no-brainer I must say.
Make your AM Beauty Routine a Breeze, with 3 Simple Steps.
Getting ready in the morning can be overwhelming and easily skipped. When we throw ourselves together it’s common to feel less productive and lack self-confidence. Those are two traits that directly affect our success and growth in both our personal and professional lives. They are definitely areas we should all want to improve upon daily. So why is preparing ourselves to be our best version so hard? Check out 3 Simple Steps to creating a routine you look forward to and find out what you might be doing wrong…
STEP ONE: CREATE A SPACE THAT YOU LOVE
Finding a place in your home that is clean, bright, and organized is key. If you have the ability to set up your beauty area near a window that is ideal. If not invest in a mirror that has ample lighting and mimics the neutral tones of natural daylight. When choosing a surface to work on, consider something with storage so you can have everything you need with in arms reach.
STEP TWO: DISPLAY YOUR DAILY PRODUCTS
It’s common to collect an abundance of hair and makeup products. To make your routine quick an easy only display the products you use on a daily basis. Store specialty items in a cool dry space. Also, check your labels for shelf life. Most hair products are only good for 12-24 months and makeup can range from 3-24 months. Do not hang on to something that is expired just so you can “use it up”. Old products breed bacteria, which is bad for your health and just straight up gross.
STEP THREE: KEEP IT CLEAN
A clean space is inviting. If you consistently avoid cleaning up after yourself you will find you avoid the space altogether. If you don’t have a proper daily brush cleanser create your own by mixing water and rubbing alcohol equal parts with a few drops of lavender essential oil in a small spray bottle. I keep a clean washcloth in my space at all times. It’s great for cleaning my makeup brushes and wiping my hands after using haircare. Don’t forget to wipe your makeup containers off as well!
**A pro secret from makeup artist Amber Perry, ” Bathe your brushes weekly in a blend of dish soap, olive oil, and water. The dish soap deep cleans and cuts the oil residue from the olive oil while the olive oil simultaneously acts as a conditioner for your bristles.”
These simple tips will keep your daily routine organzied and inviting! Start your week off right with making these adjustment to your space, you will be so glad you did!
Fall Must Haves all under $50
The challenge of shopping on a budget is so much fun! My friends at Here Today equipped me with a $50 gift card to shop for Fall. Here Today stores have everything from clothing and home goods to beer, wine, and a frozen food section. One stop shopping is my weakness especially when there are insanely good sales! Check out this impressive list of Fall goodies all for under $50!
O F F I C E S U P P L I E S
Brown leather padfolio 3.99 compared to 9.99
2 Medium candles 1.99 each compared to 7.99 each
M A N T L E D E C O R
Frame 1.49 compared to 9.99
Pumpkin 1.99 compared to 3.99
F A L L F A S H I O N
Sweater T-Strap dress 1.49 compared to 36.00
Curved bar gold earrings 1.49 compared to 9.99
five pack crew socks 4.99 compared to 9.99
P E T S U P P L I E S
Olive loves her cozy Fall blanket! It’s the perfect size for covering her crate for nap time.
Blanket .49 compared to 19.99!!
D I N I N G D E C O R
There’s nothing quite like the glow of candles to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside!
Dining table Statement piece 3.99 compared to 33.99!!
K I T C H E N S U P P L I E S
This bakeware is perfect, unlike my attempt at Zucchini bread. Let’s just say I need a bit more practice in the baking department. haha!
Baking pan 4.99 Baking knife .99 Tea Towel 2.99
O U T D O O R D E C O R
Mums for my mum!
three 8in Mums in purple, orange, and yellow 3.99 each
Needless to say, I saved big time on this shopping adventure! I can’t wait to go back for my holiday shopping! Thank you so so much Here Today!