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A Moisturizer That Saves Time In The Morning: Olay Whips

March 22, 2018

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay. The opinions and text are all mine. #feelthewhip #ad
I know there are still friends and family of mine out there who don’t apply moisturizer daily. It’s a travesty all skin care junkies like myself hear regularly. But I get it. With everyone trying to get out the door in the mornings ASAP or dealing with crying babies (or both), applying a moisturizer (forget about using a primer!) is just a hassle. I’ve been using Olay Whips for the last week or so, and this moisturizer hydrates deeply, dries instantly, and perfectly primes for makeup… all while treating my skin to amazing antiaging ingredients in a flash. Let’s get into the technology behind this new release and why I’m loving this moisturizer that saves time in the morning…

NEW K Beauty Brand To Try: It’s Skin

March 2, 2018

I participated in this sponsored campaign for It’s Skin on behalf of One2One Network. All opinions stated are my own. #ItsSkinUSA
Always trying new K Beauty brands is a legitimate hobby of mine. I am constantly scouring the new items on websites in their K Beauty selection to see what unique offerings are going to give me that glowing, glass-like skin on all the K Beauty websites! I was doing some ingredient research lately and started down the rabbit hole of CICA-based products. From there, I discovered It’s Skin. It’s Skin offers a Cica Gel Cream, Cica Balm, and a few other high-performance skincare products I’ve been testing. To learn about the secrets of Cica and what products from It’s Skin I think you need, continue reading!

Getting Microdermabrasion at Ageless Skin and Laser Center NJ

February 4, 2018

*This post was written in partnership with Ageless Skin and Laser Center. All opinions are 100% my own. Full disclaimer details here.
Ever just think if you could blast off a layer of your skin, you’d have softer, smoother, more even-toned skin? Well, you would. And that procedure is called microdermabrasion. It’s perfect for those who struggle with texture, fine lines, hyperpigmentation and minor sunspots. I recently had a chance to get it done professionally at the Ageless Skin and Laser Center in Sewell, NJ (outside of Philadelphia). Ready to see my results after getting microdermabrasion at Ageless Skin and Laser Center NJ?

Create A Personalized Facial Serum: Kiehl’s Apothecary Preparations Review

January 31, 2018

*Affiliate links and Press Samples used. Full disclaimer details here.
A couple of months ago, I was invited to create a custom-blended, personalized facial serum at my Kiehl’s store in Philadelphia. A new, in-store experience!? You *know* my skincare obsessed self HAD to check it out. With 10 possible unique formulas, I was ready to make my blend. To find out how I created my serum, what my serum targets and how you can get one yourself, continue reading my Kiehl’s Apothecary Preparations review.

My Winter Skincare Routine For Oily Dehydrated Skin [YouTube]

January 7, 2018

*Affiliate links and PR samples used. Full disclaimer details here.
I haven’t gone through a thorough skincare routine on the blog in a while, and I finally sat down and filmed my entire morning and evening skincare routine recently. I’ll warn ya: I’m a skincare junkie and ingredient critic, so my routine is not for everyone, but if you’re interested in how I keep my skin balanced during the bitter cold months, then continue reading for my winter skincare routine for oily dehydrated skin.

How I Keep My Skin Firm and Hydrated With Palmer’s

December 1, 2017

I participated in this sponsored campaign for Palmer’s® Coconut Oil Formula on behalf of One2One Network. All opinions are my own.
I may splurge on cosmetics quite frequently, but when it comes to body care, you’ll find 99% of my collection is affordable drugstore items. When I spotted Palmer’s new FIRMING Coconut Oil collection at my local Walmart – including a firming body sheet mask (!!!) – I needed to try it all. Plus, the mild coconut fragrance of Palmer’s products is lovely during the colder (and warm) months. If you’re interested how I keep my skin firm and hydrated with Palmer’s products and want to try them yourself, continue reading.

How To Quickly Get Rid of Acne At Home | Lightstim For Acne Review

October 27, 2017

*PR Samples used. All opinions are 100% my own. Full disclaimer details here.
When will it end!? I’m 32 years old and still manage breakouts. Of course, it does not help that I am constantly testing new products to review here but regardless; I was ‘blessed’ with oily yet dehydrated, sensitive, acne-prone skin. Derms have always told me to try laser/LED therapy, but it can be VERY PRICEY and even *I* have monetary beauty limits. I discovered an at-home LED blue and red light therapy system called LIGHTSTIM from my most recent facialist and I was quite intrigued. If you want to know how to quickly get rid of acne at home, then this review is for you!

28 Days To Brighter Skin | A Simple Skin Care Routine

October 6, 2017

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Olay. The opinions and text are all mine. Full disclaimer details here. #Olay #Olay28Day #ad
If you follow me on Instagram, you saw about a month ago I started the #Olay28Day Challenge to prove to [myself and] my readers that you don’t have to spend a fortune to get visibly healthier skin. I documented my 28 days to healthier skin experience using two essential products – Olay Total Effects Moisturizer SPF 15 and Olay Eyes Deep Hydrating Eye Gel. If you want a simple skin care routine with visible changes, continue reading (BONUS: discount code at the end to try the #Olay28Day Challenge)…

Like A Green Juice For Clear Balanced Skin | BioClarity Review

September 11, 2017

Thanks to BioClarity for partnering with me for this post. All opinions are my own. Full disclaimer here. #sponsored #BioClarity #naturallybetter #PowerofGreen
I’ve mentioned often that my skin is super high-maintenance. I’m in my early 30s, but I still break out like a teenager quite often with my combination skin. It’s never a good idea to attack full force with aggressive skin topicals at any age, so when I was approached by the 3-step, skin-calming, naturally derived BioClarity team to try their products, I jumped at the chance. As those with breakouts can attest, we’ll try nearly anything to get clear skin, amirite? Let’s get to my BioClarity review so I can give you the full details and discount code for you to try…

Youthful Eyes In 3 Minutes A Day | SpectraLite EyeCare Pro Review

September 1, 2017

Thank you to Dr Dennis Gross for kindly sponsoring this post. All opinions are 100% honest & completely my own. #ad #WearTheLite #OwnYourGlow #DrDennisGross
These days, our bodies rarely get a chance to catch up on the rest we so desperately need. We’re on the go 24/7; working multiple jobs, raising a family, getting a degree (or two), trying to drink enough water, eat enough greens, and also get our 10,000 steps a day. It’s exhausting. Luckily, technology is starting to catch up to our speed and Dr. Dennis Gross has released a new, FDA-cleared LED eye mask that gives us rested, more youthful looking eyes in just three minutes a day. I’ve been testing it out for about a month and happy to share some more details in my Dr Dennis Gross SpectraLite EyeCare Pro review.