Ann Taylor & LOFT Friends & Family Sale

Apparently this is the weekend for Friends & Family! Loft is having their Friends & Family sale! 40% online and in store. Huge discount! Ends Sunday. 

Ulta Friends & Family Sale

Ulta Friends & Family sale this week! Don't miss out, stock up before Saturday! 

Burt's Bees güd is GOOD!

Love Burt's Bee's new line called güd! This all natural line is made up of 4 different scents: Floral Cherrynova, Orange Petalooza, Vanilla Flame and Pearanormal Activity.

I was able to test out the Softening Conditioner in Orange Petalooza. Super fresh scent, like fresh squeezed OJ. Loved the way my hair still smelled like oranges after drying and styling.

The lotions are also great. I used the Hand Cream in Floral Cherrynova. The cream soaked in fairly quickly and didn't leave my hands greasy.

The Body Butter is the best, in my opinion. Pearanormal Activity is a super sweet pear scent. The cream isn't too thick, but very moisturizing.

You know what else I love about this line? The prices! Very affordable line. Check it out if you are looking for a new summery scent!

Natural Nourishing Shampoo – 12oz for $6.99
Natural Softening Conditioner – 12oz for $6.99
Natural Body Wash – 10oz for $6.99
Natural Body Butter – 6oz for $11.99
Natural Body Lotion – 8oz for $6.99
Natural Body Mist – 3oz for $5.99
Natural Foaming Hand Wash – 8oz for $4.99
Natural Hand Cream – 3oz for $7.99

Beautiful Change Challenge #4 - Relax Your Mind

For the 4^th installment of the Beautiful Change Challenge, I was tasked with sharing what I do to relax spiritually and mentally. Well, this is definitely a ‘challenge,’ because lately, I don’t have a whole lot of time where I can do this! I know this is the case for a lot of folks, whether it’s kids or work or both, it’s hard to ‘check out’ of daily life and find your ‘happy place.’

As much as I’d like to tell you that you can always make time for yourself, I know first hand, its hard, and sometimes you can’t. But…you can make the time where you are busy, more enjoyable, and more relaxing. Here are some ways I like to fit in things that relax me, while I’m at work or on the go…

While at work...

Find a music download site where you can listen to new music and make playlists (make sure it’s a legal one!). iTunes works, but sometimes its fun to listen to new music, and not the tunes you hear every day.

Make yourself a play list for your different moods, plug in your headphones, and listen to the tunes while you work. I know this isn’t feasible for everyone, but its something I do to relax myself when things get stressful at work.

While traveling..

I travel a lot for work. It’s tiring and I miss my family while I’m away, but there are little things I do while on the road that help me relax and even look forward to a plane ride.

I treat myself to Starbucks while waiting for my flight. I don’t like to drink too many sugary Starbucks drinks, but while traveling, I treat myself to a Chai tea latte or nonfat Vanilla Café Latte while I’m waiting at my gate for my flight. Only treating myself while traveling makes me dread not heading to the airport that much because I know a Starbucks Cafe Latte with a shot of soy and sugar free Hazelnut is waiting for me.

Watching movies while on flights is also a good way to get ‘me time.’ There are some movies I know I can’t pay my husband to watch with me, so when I’m on a plane, that is when I get my chick flick time in! Also, don’t forget your favorite magazine or book!

While driving…

Books on tape! Dying to read the latest 50 Shades of Grey? Get it on audiotapes to listen to during your commute. You’ll probably look forward to being stuck in traffic!

If you can do something similar to my ‘escapes’ each day, even for 10 minutes, to get your mind off your daily stresses, it will probably lead to you being more productive for the rest of the day. 

New AVEENO® PURE RENEWAL™ lets you renew your hair to its naturally balanced state daily.  Unlike ordinary shampoos, these sulphate-free formulas have Balancing Seaweed Extract; bringing hair back to its naturally healthy, most balanced state with each wash, for beautifully healthy-looking hair. Learn more here http://bit.ly/A1cjWg

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by AVEENO® via Glam Media.  The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of AVEENO®”

Loving the Capri Style-In Conditioner by Borghese

I'm always up for trying out new leave in conditioners. My hair gets so dry between highlighting and well water shampoo, that I need to use deep conditioning treatments, leave in conditioners, and serums almost every day to help smooth it out.

I recently got to try Borghese's new Capri Style-In Conditioner, and I'm giving it an A+. This spray on conditioner made my hair shiny, soft and smooth. It smoothed out my frizzy ends and made the rest of my hair shine.

I applied about 5-6 squirts to my wet hair, and combed through it before drying. I didn't even feel the need to add oil before or after drying because my hair came out so smooth. The smell is very mild, and has a hint of lemon scent like their lotions. My hair still smelled like the conditioner after blow drying and styling.

I also got to test out the Borghese Siena Finishing Spray which has a great hold to it. Lasted all day at work!

The Borghese Hair Care Line has been out since this January at retailers nationwide (including CVS and Walgreens, very affordable). The new line of Italian-inspired products features a range of professional grade, botanical enriched shampoos, conditioners and styling products.

Note: This review includes products that I received as samples, provided by the brand company or a PR rep. Please click here for more information regarding my disclaimer.

Thakoon for NARS Nail Collection

Thakoon for NARS nail polish line, inspired by the designer’s Spring/Summer 2012 collection. I want the pink, purple and blue for my toes!

Stila on HauteLook

Stila on HauteLook today - these are always the best!

Bath & Body Works Fragrance Event on April 14th

Bath & Body Works is having a Fragrance Event this Saturday. Gather your girlfriends and discover the new fragrances, get a personalized fragrance makeover, and FREE gifts for you! 

                     

WHO:                    Bath & Body Works

WHAT:                  Spring Fragrance Party

WHEN:                 Saturday, April 14, 10am - 4pm

WHERE:                Select Bath & Body Works stores nationwide

They will also be offering:

• ONE-ON-ONE FRAGRANCE MAKEOVER CONSULTATION: Ever wonder if your daily fragrance ritual is right for you? Now’s your chance to work with one of Bath and Body's fragrance experts to customize your scent experience. 

• TAKE THE SIGNATURE FRAGRANCE CHALLENGE:  Show what you know about America’s favorite fragrances by taking our “Blind Fragrance Test”.  Playing the game enters you to win a Signature Fine Fragrance Mist of your choice!

• FREE GIFT FROM BATH & BODY WORKS: When you make any full-size Signature Collection purchase, you can choose a full-size Signature Shower Gel in Japanese Cherry Blossom, Paris Amour, Sweet Pea, Moonlight Path or Twilight Woods and a travel size Body Lotion from the new Signature Wild Garden Collection.  Be one of the first 20 customers at the register with your purchase to receive a full size Signature Fine Fragrance Mist!   

Visit the Event Page at Facebook.com/BathandBodyWorks or go to BathandBodyWorks.com/Event for details. Let me know what you buy if you go!

NARS Summer 2012 Collection

NARS Summer 2012 Collection - My eye is on the nail polish, looks super summery! 

Salon Perfect Blooming with Color nail polish

Fun new colors from Salon Perfect Blooming with Color nail polish line: 

• Perfectly Peach – Delicate peach
• Lemon Zing – Sunny yellow
• Kiwi Lime – Vibrant green
• Blue Mint – Cheerful mint
• Berry Blue – Classic periwinkle
• Purple Sorbet – Dark lilac
• Lavender Icing – Soft lilac
• Spicy Tomato – Juicy red
• Tangy Tangerine – Tart orange
• Sour Apples – True blue-green
• Blue Raspberry – Vivid azure
• Plum Sorbet – Magenta with purple shimmer
• Berry Pink – Bold flamingo pink
• Bubblegum – Honeysuckle pink 

The collection will be available in approximately 1,700 Walmart locations nationwide during the month of May for $2.98.

About Salon Perfect:

Salon Perfect is a collection of professional-quality lash, brow and nail products. Available exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide, Salon Perfect offers premium faux lashes in an assortment of styles.