Curlipops 1 1/4" Ceramic Curling Wand | Review

Hey Hey Everybody!!

So recently I had to bite the bullet and get a new curling 
wand with a bigger barrel since my hair is longer now and I don't
 always have an hour + to invest in curling my hair. 

I browsed the Ulta website a bit, read some reviews, and decided

this was the 1 for me...

I've used it a few times so far and figured I'd share my thoughts

with ya'll.

This is the Bed Head Curlipops 1 1/4" Curling Wand

it retails for $29.99 and can be found HERE

So... What do I think??

Well, at first glance once I got home with it I

was a little annoyed when I discovered it doesn't have

a temperature control.  My own mistake for not

inspecting it better...  Still annoying though.

It claims to heat up to 400 degrees- I'm curious how long

you have to let it marinate in order for it to reach that temp 
because it definitely doesn't seem as hot as my Conair wand

that I usually use on 400... So.. There's that.

Obviously the curls are much looser with this; 

which I don't mind and did expect.

But I also have found that the curls don't last all day

where as with my other wand they'll last DAYS. 

Yes, days, plural... Dry shampoo is my bff.

So.  My thoughts?  I don't hate it.
I kind of wish I had just gotten the 1" though since my hair
isn't extremely long.  I am curious why the curl falls out so fast though.
Not sure if it's to do with the iron itself or the size.
I really like the style and look it gives once I've done
my whole head.  

Overall- I guess I'll keep it.  I like the curl/ wave style it 
gives I just wish it would last better.
While I still love my smaller Conair wand I would totally recommend
this 1 by Bed Head to someone who wants to curl quickly and run.
I think the loose wave look is super cute and "in" right now.

My Results 👇🏼

Hope this helps any of y'all in the market for a big wand! (HA)

As always feel free to leave questions in the comments below.

Til Next Time...
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Trying New Products: Hits + Misses

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So I've been trying out some new products lately and wanted to share my thoughts on them! :-)

This is going to be a mix between skin care, hair care, styling, and makeup.

A little variety is always good, right?

Some of these are new to the market and some are just new to me.  

There will be notations next to each product to let you know where I found them. ;-)

1. Bigelow "Mentha" Body Lotion (Bath & Body Works OR Nordstrom)

I really like this lotion.  It makes you feel like you're butt naked in the arctic circle, you've been warned.  I've found it really helps with headaches and my trash sinuses.

2. Vaseline Cocoa Radiant Intensive Care 10x Healing Lotion (Target)

This stuff!  It's a miracle in a bottle.  I've been using the Vaseline Cocoa Radiant line for a while, but this version is new.  The struggle with severe dry skin is real during the winter and this has been a life saver!

3. Aveeno Naturals "Oatmeal & Seaweed" Body Wash (Target)

The smell of this is what attracted me.  It smells SO fresh and delic.  I wouldn't say it's extremely hydrating but overall I like it.

4. Herbal Essences Naked Volume White Grapefruit & Mosa Mint- Shampoo & Conditioner (Target)

I just bought this not too long ago and O M G!  The smell is AHHHmazing.  The mint gives your scalp a slight cooling sensation, but nothing crazy.  As far as  the "volume" aspect, I can see some extrabody at my roots and throughout after washing and not adding any addition products.  I love that it has 0% paraben, colorants, gluten, and silicone because it's great for your hair especially if you get buildup from using a lot of products.  It also has antioxidants, aloe, and sea kelp.  The smell though you guys, incredible!

5. Soap & Glory "The Breakfast Scrub" (Target OR Ulta)

Okay so maybe I am a sucker for smells..  This stuff smells crazy good in a very unique way.  It's an oatmeal/ maple scent.  It's a bit different than a typical body scrub like those from Tree Hut for example, but I like it.  It has this sort of thick, paste-like texture.  Cookie dough is what comes to mind.  Lol  Definitely different than my other scrubs.

6. Garnier Fructis Volume Hairspray (Target OR Ulta)

My go-to hairspray is the Garnier "Full Control", but I picked this up because my usual one was sold out.  I like this.  It definitely makes your hair appear & feel thicker and more volumized without making it look/feel stiff or gross.

7. Laura Mercier Matte Radiance Bronzer in "Bronze 04" (Sephora)

I grabbed this amazing baby a couple months back and MAN!  How did I live without it?

It's such a beautiful & natural all over bronze.  It isn't glittery, but it has this gorgeous sheen to it.  It's pretty light despite the way it looks in the pan and can be built up for the ideal bronze on your skin tone.  Definitely a must in my opinion! 

8. Chapstick Total Hydration Lip Scrub (Target)

So my lips are chapped pretty much all day every day during the winter.  Not sure why, it's just a part of my journey.  This stuff..  I'm not crazy about, I'm not even sure I'm a fan at all to be honest.  For me, it isn't abrasive enough and it has this thick Vaseline like feel to it that lasts on your lips after wiping it away and God forbid you wipe when removing it then it's all over your face.  

For me, I prefer just scrubbing my lips with a clean damp tooth brush.  Works like a charm.

9. L'Oreal Infallible Paints Eyeliner in "White Party" (Target)

This stuff...  It nearly blinded me you guys.

First of all, hardly any color comes off.

Second of all, I know it's called "paints" but man it smells like actual household paint!

Super chemically and it actually made my eyes water.

I tried this on my lower lash line and it was just a total flop!

10. NYX Total Control Drop Foundation (Target OR Ulta)

This foundation seemed so ideal in theory, but after playing with it in store I couldn't even commit to buying it because my inner psychic just knew it was going to be a nightmare.

It's super liquidy, didn't really blend into my skin it more so sat on top of it, and even after being on for a while it didn't really seem to set and would just move around with the slightest touch.  It also clung to small blonde peach fuzz that is usually undetectable.

I'm just not a fan.

That's all I've got for this post. :-)

I hope y'all enjoyed!

Let me know in the comments what products you're loving & hating and what I should try next!!

And please feel free to send me suggestions for future posts you guys would like to see.

:-)

Til Next Time...

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My Holy Grail Hair Products {Care & Styling}

Hey Y'all!

I get sooo many questions about my hair and the products that I use, so I've decided to share all of my secrets today.

My cut, color, and most loved hair care & styling products.

(The products that I use rarely change.  Most of them I've been using for years on years.)

Ps; I use a wide tooth comb.  I never use a brush and I only really comb it when it's wet after washing it.

Is that gross?  Whatevs.

As far as my color..

I have never dyed my hair.  Like ever.

I really love my natural color and am literally terrified to mess with it.

My hair has different tones and highlights on it's own and it gets more from the sun.

So...

If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

For my cut/ style.. 

I'm really not too picky about it.

I keep it about collar bone length with tons of layers.

I like the really messy, piecey look right now- I recently learned they're referred to as "deconstructed layers".

So whenever I get a touch-up, I usually get about an inch cut off and my layers re-touched.

Now for products.

I'm going to go in order from washing, styling, etc...

I've been using the L'Oreal Power Moisture for maybe a year or so.

(They've revamped the packaging since this photo, but it's the same product.)

I like it, I don't really get any buildup from it; however, I think it almost moisturizes my hair a little too much. Lol  

I'm not really complaining, my hair is soft as a baby's butt fresh out of the womb.

Given all of the torture I put my hair through, this is practically a miracle worker.

So, I got sucked into trying the new Garnier Whole Blends Line, because they were 2 for $7 at CVS and the smell was nearly orgasmic. 

I got the Honey Treasures set because it's repairing which I felt better suited my hair needs at the moment, with all of the chlorine & sun exposure during Summer.

And because, well, it smells like a tiny slice of Heaven.

So far, I really really LOVE it.

You don't need much, the shampoo lathers so well, and the conditioner is super thick and goes a long way.

My psychic senses tell me I'll repurchase or at least try some of the others in the Whole Blends line.

(These are all Paraben-Free)

I have been using this Garnier leave-in conditioner since I was about 15, literally.

It's just amazing.

Legit makes my hair so soft it won't even stay up in a bun.

I apply it to my wet hair after showering- either before or after I comb my hair.

Before if it's a rat's nest. Haha

This probably isn't ideal to use on dry hair, because it's a thick cream.

Can we say holy grail?!

Never will I ever love a heat protection spray the way I love the John Frieda Heat Defeat.

I actually have a super hard time finding it these days which is traumatizing, but I have located it at Ulta!  I nearly shed a tear.

Ulta for the win!  

I apply this to my wet hair, before I put in any styling products or use my blow dryer.

This John Frieda mousse is everything!

It's another love that I have been using for about 5 years.

It comes out thick, and it stays thick!

It's consistency isn't foamy like most others.  If I had to compare the consistency to something, I'd say cool whip. (Total weirdo, I know) But that's a hard quality to find in hair mousse!!

A little goes a long way, it doesn't make my hair crunchy, or dirty looking.

I use this as I am blow drying my hair.

It's super flexible, but helps build your style.

After applying my heat protectant and mousse, I begin to blow dry my hair with a diffuser.

Once my hair begins to feel slightly dry, but slightly damp, I spray my hair down with this and then continue blow drying until my hair is completely dry.  

Okay..  This product right here, this right here!!!! 

Game changer..  LIFE CHANGER!

I just love it.

I use this once my hair is dry, mostly on the ends of my hair but at the top also for some volume.

It gives a GORG piecey, messy look without making your hair feel powdery or dirty.

This is a product I stock pile.

I have a hard time finding it, so when I do I literally buy every single 1 the store has.

I refuse to live without it.

I first starting using this a couple summers ago for it's humidity control qualities, but now it's apart of my regular routine year round.

It doesn't make your hair stiff or hard, but it holds it incredibly well.

I use this at the very end of my styling routine just to lock everything in place.

Dearly love it.

All Garnier products have that incredible signature smell, I'm obsessed.

So, yeah, those are the keys to my secret chest of hair secrets and without them I just wouldn't be me.

Lol.

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Coconut Oil: Worth The Hype?

So I'm sure by now we've all seen the ever so talked about Coconut Oil trend.  

After seeing it mentioned on various social media outlets and hearing people rave about what a miracle product it is, I was convinced I needed to try it.

I researched the type you want to get for multi-purpose uses (Organic & Unrefined) and headed to Target! 

I bought the Simply Balanced Organic Unrefined Virgin Coconut Oil, I'll link it below.

Click HERE -$6.99

Simply Balanced is a Target brand and I don't believe can be found anywhere else.

So now that I am finished with my first jar and have repurchased another I feel I'm experienced enough to share my opinion.  Basically, I'm obsessed.

This stuff is AMAZING! 

Everyone needs it in their house, bathroom, bedroom, EVERYWHERE!

It's a solid, but melts at 75 degrees and/or with your body temp.

There's a faint smell, it reminds me of an Almond Joy candy bar, but after a while you don't even notice it.

A few of my favorite ways to use it...  Moisturizer!  It absorbs after a bit and doesn't leave you greasy like most oils would.  I've also used it to relieve a sunburn recently and it helped a ton! 

It's also said to help cellulite.

I tend to get texture under my eyes and when wearing makeup, my concealer clings to it for dear life, but not anymore!  I either apply some before bed, or a tiny tiny bit under my eyes after moisturizing but prior to applying makeup.  Seriously works wonders!

I have swapped this for my Bio Oil (which I have loved for years).  I apply it to my bikini area to soothe the skin after shaving, keep the area moisturized, and to prevent ingrown hairs.

It works just as well as Bio Oil, but better in my opinion and it's organic!  So it's more save to apply to those "delicate" areas.

I apply this to my lips when they're dry or cracked and it heals them up almost immediately.

I also use a little bit on my face from time to time to treat dry patches, and even a dry itchy nose from allergies.  I have combo to oily skin that tends to be very sensitive to new products ESPECIALLY oily ones, but this doesn't bother me AT ALL.  Maybe because it's organic??

I also briefly tried "oil pulling" which is the process of swishing this stuff around in your mouth for about 20 minutes; however, it gave me a migraine, which is common.  

Coconut Oil combined with Dry Brushing (my other newest obsession) are total game changers in my opinion!

(If you'd like a blog on Dry Brushing, let me know!)

Other Suggested Ways To Use Coconut Oil:

-Cooking (replaces unhealthy fats and is a more natural cooking oil)

-Shaving/ Shaving Cream

-Sexual Lubricant (reduces chances of UTIs and various issues caused by regular lubricants due to it being completely organic.)

-Hair Treatment

-Eat 1-2 tablespoon a day to improve digestion, balance hormones, balance blood sugar, improves energy, burns fat, and helps lower cholesterol.

-Coffee Creamer/ Sweetener

Overall, I say Coconut Oil is a must in every household!

There's so many uses and benefits of this stuff.

Why waste money on so many products when you can wipe them all out with 1?!?!

It doesn't get any better than that, guys!

If you want more information, checkout this awesome article I found,

77 Coconut Oil Uses and Cures.

This post ended up being a bit longer than I originally intended, but it's because I am just utterly obsessed and wanted to share all of the awesomeness!!! 

Lol

Hope y'all enjoyed!

Til next time...

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A Night Out | **New Years Eve**

(The names of all products are clickable links.)

Outfit Deets:

Top: Kohl's

Jeans: American Eagle

Heels: JustFab

Bag: Rebecca Minkoff LOVE Crossbody

Makeup Deets:

Foundation: Maybelline Dream Velvet Matte in Nude

Concealer: Garnier Anti-Dark Circle Eye Roller

Bronzer: Palladio Baked Bronzer in Caribbean Tan & NYX Matte Bronzer in Medium

Highlighter: NYX Illuminator in Narcissistic

Blush: Maybeline Master Hi-Light Blush in Mauve

Eyes: Light Grays & Deep Browns in the crease from the Morphe 35o Palette & L'Oreal Infallible eye shadow in Iced Latte on the lid

Mascara: Maybelline The Falsies Push Up Drama in Blackest Black & L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black

Lips: Revlon Matte Lipstick in Nude Attitude & NYX Pump it Up Lip Plumper in KIM

Setting Spray: Urban Decay All Nighter

XO,

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