June 8, 2018

Sales, Friday Night & Weekend Shopping Deals, Steals, Coupons and Specials Happening Now.

CHERRY CAT Vintage Bathing Suits Bikini Swimsuit

CHERRY CAT Vintage Bathing Suits Bikini Swimsuit

 

Sales and Friday night shopping. We thought that we would take a little time to check out some of our favorite online shopping destinations for deals, steals, coupons and specials that are happening now.

Ulta is offering $3.50 off of a $15 purchase. The offer is valid until 6/23/18. See details here: https://www.ulta.com/ulta/global/ulta-coupon.jsp

Sally Beauty has a Buy 2 Get 1 Free deal along with $10 off a purchase of $40 or more. Shop HERE.

Amazon has CHERRY CAT Vintage Bathing Suits for 50% off. So cute!

Walgreens (We love lots of their beauty brands!) has 25% off of one purchase this weekend. Details are HERE. Valid till 6/11/18.

Get 62% off of Baleaf Women’s High Waist Yoga Capri Leggings with Tummy Control (Gotta’ love that!) at Amazon.

Happy weekend shopping!

 

 

 

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June 5, 2018

Eye Shadow To Wear As You Please, Note Cosmetics Luminous Silk

Annie Hatcher wearing Green Note Luminous Silk Eye Shadow as Eye Liner

Annie Hatcher wearing  Note Luminous Silk Eye Shadow #11 as Eye Liner

 

Note Cosmetics Luminous Silk Eye Shadow comes in 18 colors. You can see how lovely it looks on Annie in the photo above.

She is wearing a pretty emerald green color #11.

Here is the description of Note Cosmetics Luminous Silk Eye Shadow directly from the website.

Rich pigmentation and easy blend ability make this eye shadow a staple that not only stays put, but allows creating of any desired look.

  • Great for Sensitive Skin
  • Special formula prevents smudging
  • Infused with Botanicals
  • Paraben Free
  • Cruelty Free
  • Vegan

Below Annie created an all over eye look using #12.

(Try Note Cosmetics Eye Shadow Pencils too)

 

Annie Hatcher wearing Note Luminous Eye Shadow #12 as eye shadow as well as eye liner

Annie Hatcher wearing Note Luminous Eye Shadow #12 as Eye Shadow and Eye Liner

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May 28, 2018

AirFree Onix 3000 Filterless 100% Silent Air Purifier For Home and Office is a “Must Have”

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AirFree Onix 3000 Filterless 100% Silent Air Purifieris a “Must Have” and here is why. It  destroys pet dander. According to Lung.org , Pet dander is composed of tiny, even microscopic, flecks of skin shed by cats, dogs, birds and other animals with fur or feathers. These bits of skin can cause reactions in people who are specifically allergic to these triggers.

The AirFree Onix 3000 Filterless  Air Purifier destroys pollens. Pollen.com tells us that today, May 28, 2018, 20% of the country is in Medium pollen status.

Friends in New England, Did you know? Tree pollen is the primary allergen across the northern Plains, Great Lakes and New England during the month of May.

Bacteria, dust mites and mold are destroyed by AirFree Onix 3000. Mold can cause a variety of health issues including nasal stuffiness, sore throats eye irritation and more.  The Center for Disease Control tells us there is sufficient evidence to link indoor exposure to mold with upper respiratory tract symptoms, cough, and wheeze.

And about dust mites, did you know? Dust mites are microscopic organisms that feed off of house dust and the moisture in the air. They are one of the most common indoor allergens, and symptoms can be present year round. Their symptoms often worsen during or immediately after vacuuming, sweeping and dusting. The process of cleaning can stir up dust particles, making them easier to inhale. (Info from acaai.org ). Air Purifers like AirFree Onix 3000 Filterless  Air Purifier are an ideal solution for dust problems and allergens.

Check out this video directly from Airfree . A little feature that I love is the nightlight!

 

AirFree Onix 3000 is completely silent and does not require any filters or maintenance. Another thing that is important to know about the AirFree Onix 3000 is that it reduces indoor harmful ozone levels so your household plants get some help with reducing ozone concentrations indoors.

The AirFree Onix 3000 is perfect for baby’s health also. It’s great for use in babies’ nurseries and children’s bedrooms and playrooms.

irFree Onix 3000 image homedepot com nursery

Check out AirFree’s Frequently Asked Questions HERE. Find a dealer HERE , or purchase from Amazon HERE. Check out the AirFree Blog HERE.

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May 22, 2018

NightLift Bra by Dr. Randal Haworth, The Only Bra To Sleep In

NightLift Bra

 

NightLift BRA DESIGNED to PROTECT your BREASTS while you SLEEP.

Here I will be talking about breasts, so before I even get in to this post, I want to remind you of the importance of doing regular breast self-exams, mammography’s and regular visits with your ob/gyn. Read about breast health at the Mayo Clinic HERE.

Now, let’s talk about sleeping in a bra. Is sleeping in a bra bad for your boobs? There are lots of yes and no answers on this. The internet is chock-full of them. I will tell you from my experience, sleeping in a bra has kept my boobs “looking” great! For this article I am going to stick with aesthetics and not get into the medical aspect of this. Let’s save that for another time.

I was as flat as a board when I reached breast maturity age. My breast buds never bloomed. I was body shamed in both elementary and high school. One of the most memorable comments I recall is “You would fit under a door but your nose would get stuck”.  “Flat as a pancake” was a common phrase I would hear.

In my late twenties I got a boob job, not because of anyone else or because of lack of confidence but just because, I wanted boobs. I was not going for a stealth boob job but just an average look for my body type. I got my boobs. I love my boobs. I still have them, many, many years later. It sometimes amazes me to think about the age of my implants and how great they still look.  My surgeon was Dr. Brent Mollekon  in Beverly Hills.

A soon as I finished up with the Dr. Instructions, and my breasts settled, I began the practice of sleeping in sports bras, well fitting comfortable ones.  After time, I added a second sports bra, yes I sometimes slept in two sports bras.  I have no personal medical evidence or documentation on this but I truly feel this has helped my breasts stay “up” and perky and look great after all these years.

Not too long ago I heard about The NightLift Bra by Dr. Randal Haworth , expert surgeon in the field of plastic surgery. This bra is amazing! It’s a sleeping bra that has replaced my “sleeping” in sports bras.

It is important to say, this is not only for women with breast implants but for women with natural breasts too. It’s sleep support lingerie to help keep your cleavage area smooth, your breasts from sagging and drooping (gravity especially pulls on the breast tissues) and keep you comfortable while sleeping. It keeps the breasts perfectly immobile but in the most comfortable way.

These is much you will want to know about The NightLift Bra and how Dr. Haworth designed it. You have got to take some time to check out the website HERE.  You can find out about the long term affects of gravity on the breasts, B.U.S.T.® patented Bilateral Uplift Support Technology, learn more about Dr. Haworth, get caught up on the NIGHTLIFT blog, learn about your bra size and size conversions and SHOP!

I have the NightLift BoudNoir Bra, $98.00 but I must get another or a few more. Dr. Haworth explains that like all bras, the same NightLift bra shouldn’t be worn night after night because the fabric needs to rest and breathe. He recommends alternating at least 3 different NightLift Bras. According to my knowledge of bras in general, this is the best rule of thumb.

It’s certainly an investment but I do plan to add the Lace Lift and the Nudatitude Bras to my lingerie drawers soon. The Nightie NightLift Baby Doll  & The Camisole (both $128) are  on my wish list.

Thank you Dr. Randal Haworth. I have been waiting for NightLift and I am so happy these designs are available!

 

Image Nightlift.com

Image: Nightlift.com

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May 13, 2018

Style & Co., a Clothing Brand “Worth a Look”

Style & Co. Peplum Top at Amazon

Style & Co. Peplum Top at Amazon

 

Style & Co. at the close out store.

I recently checked out a close-out retailers women’s clothing section.  The round clothing racks were bunched together and not very organized. They, actually, were barely organized at all. I walked among them slowly and with a plan of attack.

I narrowed styles I would explore down by color; white, ivory, black, navy blue and by style; short sleeve and sleeveless. No buttons.  Into about  the second half hour of looking, I found a top by Style & Co.  It was priced fantastically at $9.99. I grabbed it and carried it to the register without looking any further. (image above)

I wore it the next day with a pair of Black Danskin Yoga Pants. My pant of choice these days. The top can nicely be styled up or down.

My mom loved it and suggested I try to find another one, maybe in navy blue.  I  did not feel like hitting the close out store again.  I, instead, searched on line and found another of the Layered Look Scoop Neck Top, (pictured below in black), the same style but in Navy Blue as my mom suggested. It was priced at a little over $20 on Amazon.  I purchased it quickly.  It was the last one in size medium. I never got to experience the fit in a size small but the medium seemed to do just fine. The top was delivered to me  two days later (which is today). I am as happy with it as I was with the close out store purchase.

The Style & Co. top has a few descriptions on Amazon. They each vary a little. Here is one:

  • Knit: cotton; woven: rayon
  • Scoop neckline
  • Peplum ruffle hem
  • Sleeveless
  • Machine washable

 

I wanted to share this brand with those who have not heard of it and a reminder to those who have.  It is available at Macy’s stores also and is “worth a look”.

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May 4, 2018

Amazon, 4 Of My Favorite Amazon Finds

Fiber Wig Extra Long Pure Black

Fiber Wig Extra Long Pure Black

 

Amazon Shopping for the World’s Biggest Selection of Products

I shop at Amazon for things I otherwise can not find easily and for the lower pricing. Take for instance, Drawstring Travel Shoe Bags. They come in assorted colors, sizes, materials and styles.  I recently bought a package of 10 travel shoe bags. I use one in my Zumba tote for my Zumba sneakers & socks another for my Zumba Toning Sticks. They are different patterns so I know what is inside when reaching in my bag quickly.  In my gym bag, I use one for my gym shoes and socks. I have one in my car that holds my flip flops for when I suddenly decide to stop in for a pedicure or for sore feet.  I use one to hold a packable travel wrap in my car. I can easily pop it into any of my totes for comfort wear in restaurants, by the fire or at the beach at night. These are bags that are “must have’s” for weekend or long term travel as they prevent your shoes from soiling your clothes and from getting scuffed.

Lip Gloss Applicators are a must-have for the makeup professional. I use them for my clear or light shades of lip gloss/lip plumper. I hardly ever wear the clear or light shades alone.  I usually layer the clear or light shades over a richer or brighter colored lip stick.  Using the applicator included with the gloss causes it to get colored by the various lipsticks you are using it over. Soon it no longer stays clear or the nice clean color that you purchased.  Plus if your lips aren’t clean, such as after eating in a restaurant, or at the beach, Yuck!  Don’t use the original applicator. That even goes for colored glosses.  There are various kinds of applicators. Some of the applicators are reusable, others are disposable.

From Amazon, I order Alcohol Wipes. I get the Clear Touch brand 100 for $5.99 or . I use them to clean my nails off after polish removal.  I use them for bugs bites or to get ink or makeup swatches off of my skin. They remove hairspray that is stuck on mirrors. You can use them to clean off phones and surfaces.  They are very versatile and I always have some on hand.

My absolute favorite Mascara is available on Amazon. Dejavu Fiber Wig Pure Black Mascara with extra long wand. I try to recall where I found this fabulous mascara in the first place.  I think it must have been at a beauty trade show.  I love it because it is a film type, fiber mascara so it washes off easily with water.  I very gently rub my lashes with lukewarm water and it comes off. I have been using it for years and years. I have never had a problem with it running during wear or damaging my lashes.

Special Beauty/Fashion note from Lisa:

For all the fashionistas out there who want to stay on top of their fashion game, make sure you visit myfashionbeautyblog.com. The blog has plenty of good reads on fashion, beauty, and other wellness tips.

 

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February 28, 2018

The Darker Side of Fiction with Laurencia Hoffman

by Lisa Gal

Laurencia Hoffman is a freelance writer, author and co-author of 9 books and counting. She tends to be drawn to the darker side of fiction, drawing on everything around her. Hoffman’s books can be purchased online through Amazon for the Kindle or in paperback. When she’s not writing, she also enjoys making her own line of natural products, satisfying her sweet tooth, and watching films. We are thrilled to include 3 of her titles, No Love Lost, Life and Death and A Wish for Remembrance in our Hollywood Swag Bags being gifted to the nominees, talent and guests staying at The Four Seasons Hotel this weekend for the biggest award show of the year.

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October 8, 2014

Pravana and The Amazon Bring Out The Life In Your Hair

Pravana Nevo Hydra Pearls bring out the life in your hair. With exotic oils to help bring out shine, replenish and protect the hair. They are 100% vegan, biodegradable and gluten-free. See what I have to say.

Pravana Nevo

Pravana Nevo

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjVuK7QigRY&feature=youtu.be

All products are available at select salons or ULTA stores; visit www.pravana.com or www.ulta.com for locations

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