With colder weather right around the corner, now is a great time to reevaluate your skincare routine. The fall and winter months tend to be more harsh on our skin, so quality skincare products from brands like Neutrogena are a must! I've used Neutrogena products for years and love that they are gentle, yet effective, and affordable. The great news is you can stock up and save on Neutrogena … [Read more...]
10 Dirt Cheap Summer Beauty Hacks
Summer is such a drastic weather change. You just start falling in love with all the spring colors and styles, and then BOOM! Summer is here and you're sweaty, your makeup's melting off your face, and overall, your beauty routine becomes more complicated. Don't fret! With these 10 summer beauty hacks, you'll be able to stay cool, look hot, and feel totally comfortable in the process -- all for … [Read more...]
My Skin Cancer Experience + How to Be Sun Smart This Summer
In honor of Melanoma Awareness Month, I've teamed up with NO-AD to share how to be sun smart this summer. As someone who has had melanoma, I know all too well the dangers of too much sun exposure, and the importance of using sunscreen to protect against skin cancer. As a teen, I always thought it was cool to be tan, so I hardly ever used sunscreen. I was young and didn't realize that I was … [Read more...]
An Easy (and Fast) Way to Straighten Your Smile as an Adult
Straightening your smile as an adult can be a scary thing (seriously, who wants braces?!). And for us moms, it seems like an impossible feat as we put EVERYONE else’s needs before our own. Fortunately, there are new orthodontic treatment options that can straighten your smile quickly and more discreetly than ever before. And it’s super easy! Mom win! Invisalign uses a set of clear, … [Read more...]
Make Bath Time More Fun with Suave Kids Disney Collection
Disclosure: So happy to share this blog post I created as a Suave Kids partner. The Disney, Frozen and Star Wars trademarks are used by Unilever pursuant to a license agreement with The Walt Disney Company. All rights reserved. My twin girls have always loved bath time. When they were little, all we had to do was mention the word "bath," and in no time, they were naked and racing to the … [Read more...]
The Secret to Great Hair & Great Style: GRIT Haircare for Men {Giveaway}
It seems like everywhere we go my son's hair is the center of attention. "Oh my goodness, I LOVE your hair!"... "Wow! You have such nice hair."..."You have to show my son how you do your hair. I want his to look like yours!" To say the least, it's been a big confidence booster for him, especially now that he is in high school and cares more about his appearance. The secret to his hair … [Read more...]
Achieving Beauty Without Compromise with Sensodyne® True White®
This post was sponsored by Sensodyne® as part of an influencer activation for Influence Central. Sensodyne® compensated me in connection with statements made in this post. All opinions expressed in this post are my own. Oh, the painful things we do in the name of beauty. From wearing heels all day to waxing our eyebrows to whitening our teeth, we put ourselves through too many painful and … [Read more...]
Straighten Teeth with Confidence with Invisalign Teen Guarantee
Last week my teen son and I went down to Denver to meet with Dr. Charles Reed, an orthodontist and Elite Provider for Invisalign. After taking x-rays and examining my son's teeth, Dr. Reed determined that my son would be a good candidate for Invisalign Teen. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign Teen clear aligners are removable and can straighten teeth without a mouth full of metal and all the … [Read more...]
LANEIGE “Power of 7” K-Beauty Regimen {Giveaway}
This post was created in partnership with LANEIGE as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review, but all opinions within are my own. A little over a year ago, I discovered (and fell in love with) LANEIGE skincare, an amazing Korean-beauty brand. The unique thing about LANEIGE is it is formulated to work with … [Read more...]
Vera Wang Embrace Marigold and Gardenia Fragrance {Giveaway}
This post was sponsored by Vera Wang Fragrances as part of an Activation for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review. As a mom, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day life of raising kids and forget to pamper yourself. I'm not sure if it's a mom thing or if it's the society we live in, but it's hard not to feel guilty if you put yourself first … [Read more...]