Monday, June 22, 2020

Issa #Giveaway | Perfect Image MicroluminaTM Exfoliating Facial Scrub




I'm all about exfoliating these days! So I'm thrilled to bring you a giveaway for a cruelty-free face and body exfoliator valued at $29.99 USD!  ⭐⭐⭐

MicroluminaTM Exfoliating Facial Scrub

Dead sea salt, volcanic sand, and aluminum oxide crystals


This exfoliator combines Volcanic Sand and Dead Sea Salt to draw out impurities, buff away dull, dead skin cells, while Micro Alumina crystals resurface your skin for a more polished and smoother skin surface


Benefits:

Infused with a combination of acai berry and argan oil provide vitamins, nutrients, and enzymes necessary to help replenish and rehydrate the skin. This combination works together to increase levels of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial benefits to the surface as well as enhance skin-firming properties.

The Perfect Image Scrub can also be used on other areas of the body such as the elbows, hands, legs, arms, knees, back, and heels to help smooth, rough and dull surface areas and promote a healthier younger looking skin appearance.

   Minimizes pores

   Removes impurities and reduces oil

   Instantly replaces dull skin with a natural and healthy glow

   Improves absorption of other topical products and lotions

   Suitable for face and body

 

Before applying, read complete instructions.

   Use 2-3 times per week depending on skin sensitivity.

   Apply to wet skin using circular motions for 1 minute. Use less pressure for sensitive skin types.

   Rinse thoroughly with warm water, making sure to remove all traces of the scrub.

   Follow with a light moisturizer to protect and replenish the skin. May repeat as often as needed.


The “beauty” of Perfect Image Products is how they are made 

Paraben-Free

Gluten-Free

Phthalate-Free

Cruelty-Free

Made in The USA


GIVEAWAY IS OPEN TO USA AND CANADA!


One lucky reader will receive the ultimate summer scrub good for face for body valued at $29.99 from www.perfectimage.com

✨  To enter, leave a comment on this post letting me know how often you exfoliate your skin. Don't forget to leave your email address so I can contact you if you win!

✨ That's it! Giveaway will close on Sunday June 28th at 11:59 PST and the winner announced the following day. 

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Good luck, everyone!

AMY, XO


 

Sunday, June 21, 2020

I Love Cosmetics Signature Scents Hit Shoppers Drug Mart Stores | Exotic Fruits Body Mist


Just in time for Summer, I LOVE Cosmetics' Signature Signature Scents hit Shoppers Drug Mart Stores! I LOVE Cosmetics’ New ‘Signature Scents’ range, includes award-winning Body Wash and Body Mists.

I've been wearing their Exotic Fruits Body Mist for weeks now and I'm loving the light fresh scent, it gives me those summertime vacation vibes! ๐ŸŒž๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ‰

I rarely wear perfume anymore as I find them too heavy for me most of the time, so I've been reaching for @iloveofficial Exotic Fruits Body Mist on the daily! It's light and fresh and never heavy or overpowering so I don't get headaches or migraines from it. The keynotes of this scent are Mango, Grapefruit,  Melon, and Pineapple  It's the perfect scent for Summer! Ther are many other scents to choose from so there's something for everyone (see the list below)✨

I LOVE Cosmetics’ ‘Signature Scents’ range includes:

๐ŸŒธ Elderflower Fizz
๐ŸŒธVanilla Milk
๐ŸŒธViolet Dreams
๐ŸŒธGlazed Raspberry
๐ŸŒธExotic Fruits

I LOVE Cosmetics’ New ‘Signature Scents’ range, which includes bath and body products, are now available in-store and online exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart stores Canada-wide.
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Full-size Signature Scents Body Wash and Body Mists retail for $9.99. They are Made in the UK, are Vegan Friendly, and cruelty-free ๐Ÿ’ƒ


For more information on the brand, please visit https://www.farleyco.ca/I-love-Cosmetics/


Which scent would you choose?

Happy Sunday! 

Amy, XO

#Prsample #notsponsored  

Sunday, June 14, 2020

Essie Spring 2020 6 Piece Nail Polish Collection Review + Swatches


I'm loving all the beautiful pastel shades this year! Tie-dye, anyone!? ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’š

Essie's 2020 Spring nail polish collection is right on trend with 6 beautiful pastel shades that look like candy. 

There are 3 creams shades and 3 shimmers, perfect for creating some fabulous looks by wearing multiple finishes and shades for a modern look. 
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Shades include (left - right):
  • Can Dew Attitude (cream mint/pistachio)
  • Kissed by Mist (baby pink w lavender shimmer)
  • Feeling Wellies (cream soft pastel yellow/orange- reminds me of a creamsicle)
  • Rainwear Don't Care (cream perfect pastel nude!)
  • Spring in Your Step (lavender shimmer)
  • Make a Splash (baby blue with blue/purple duo-chrome shimmer)
Let's have a closer look at the collection....
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Left to right: Can Dew Attitude, Make a Splash

Left to right: Feeling Wellies, Rainwear Don't Care

Left to right: Kissed By Mist, Spring in Your Step

Above photo has 3 coats of each shade.

All photos taking in natural daylight during the daytime. No filters so you can see the colours as true as possible. It's difficult to capture the beautiful sparkle in some of the shimmer shades.


I love a classy nude nail, so I decided to wear a full mani using the shade Rainwear Don't Care (2 coats shown above).

I found that 2 coats were enough for me to get full opacity with the cream shades. Two coats were also enough for the shimmer shades, although they can all be built up to 3 coats if you prefer. Each polish has the typical Essie brush which makes it easy and quick to complete a manicure. I found that the Rainwear Don't Care (nude) shade had a runnier consistency than the others. I was happy that the shimmers were easy to remove with regular nail polish remover- no scrubbing required. 

The possibilities are endless of what you can create using the stunning shades and finishes in this collection.

It's difficult to pick favourites here as they are all so unique! I am not usually a fan of green shades but the muted mint/pistachio shade (Can Dew Attitude) is stunning, and the gorgeous sunny creamsicle shade (Feeling Wellies) just makes me happy and it makes such a fresh-looking pedicure! ๐Ÿ’…


Essie's Spring 2020 6 piece collection is on sale right now for $47.70 CAD at www.nailpolishcanada.com/EssieSpring (price subject to change)

Which one's are your favourites? Let me know in the comments!


Happy Sunday, Everyone! 

Amy, XO


Sunday, June 7, 2020

Self-Care During Quarantine: 5 Ways to Use Your Beauty Routines to Make Time for You!


Self-Care During Quarantine: 5 Ways to Use Your Beauty Routines to Make Time for You!


Hi Everyone! A few weeks ago, Amy shared some awesome tips to keep our stress levels low while practicing social distancing.

I’ve been thinking a lot about how simple beauty routines have become a form of serious self-care during quarantine. If you’re like me and you’re finding a lot of your routines have been interrupted in a big way right now, I’ve got 5 tips that will hopefully help you feel a little pampered and a lot more in control while we’re all hunkered down.

So, let’s dive in and look at some ways we can stay feeling fabulous even when things are stressful!


1. Self-Care Pro Tip: Take All the Time You Need

What do I mean by this exactly? Well, self-care can look like a lot of things to a lot of different people. For many of us, right now is the time we’re finding we have a lot of unexpected free time on our hands. Why not use some of it to take your time doing daily tasks you normally have to rush through! My favorite way to do this is to take a longer shower.

Try it out! Instead of rushing through washing your hair, try giving yourself a gentle scalp massage for a few minutes. Check out that new deep conditioning treatment or face mask you’ve been wanting to take a crack at! One of my favorites is to take a few extra moments to rub my shoulders and neck under the hot water.

It’s okay to slow down, savor the time you have to do these basic everyday tasks, and really find the joy in them. One way I added some extra self-care and fun to my shower routine was buying a LED shower head and Bluetooth speaker.

Hey, my shower concerts are full blown productions!

And that’s okay. Find the fun and joy in slowing down and take this opportunity to savor moments you wouldn’t get to otherwise.


2. Self-Care Pro Tip: Looking Good for You!

This one came to me unexpectedly, but about a week into sheltering in place I realized how badly I missed putting on makeup! For some people, makeup isn’t their preference (although I have a feeling that if you’re here reading Health and Beauty Girl you might be a huge fan of it like I am).

Even if you have nowhere to go but the living room, try taking some time to get done up. This is a great time to experiment with new makeup. Try a fun look, check out some interesting trends, and do whatever makes you happy.

I make a point every morning of sitting down with my favorite podcasts, drinking my coffee, and doing my makeup. Even though it only takes up a little time out of my day, I spend the rest of the day feeling so much better and my self-esteem goes through the roof.

Makeup is a great form of expression and I definitely recommend taking some time right now to express yourself! 


3. Self-Care Pro Tip: Don’t Forget the Basics!

While Instagram can make self-care look aesthetically pleasing, with perfectly laid out bubble baths and amazing flat lay photos of products people are loving, we can’t forget that often self-care is doing what you need on a basic human level. A full face of makeup may not do you much good if you haven’t brushed your teeth and hair today.

One of my favorite self-care moments in the day is brushing my teeth. I know it sounds odd but taking the time to do a full dental routine with a 2-minute brush, floss, mouthwash, and even teeth-whitening makes me feel so much better. The same goes for doing my skincare, combing my hair, and putting on a fresh outfit even if that means yet another pair of sweatpants.

If you’re feeling down and struggling, try even the basics. If a shower is too much, try splashing some water on your face or using a makeup wipe to get your skin at least semi-clean. If a full dental routine is too much, try taking the time to brush your teeth. It sounds simple but when people are really down these little things can make a monumental difference in their outlook on the day. If you’re feeling down, check in with yourself and ask what little beauty routines you can do to feel better.


4. Self-Care Pro Tip: Treat Yourself!

Have a new skincare product you wanted to try that’s normally out of your price range? Had a new beauty item in your cart forever and can’t bring yourself to buy it? Friend, treat yourself!

A lot of the ways people usually treat themselves-- restaurants, shopping, travel-- are all off the table right now. It’s okay if you want to splurge on a product you ordinarily would not.

Not sure what to get? Try shopping with online retailers that let you include samples of products at checkout! This may be one of the easiest ways to discover something new you’ll love. Or! Buy a travel or mini size of a product first to make sure you like it. These are often cheaper and you likely won’t have overspent if it turns out you don’t love that product after all.


5. Self-Care Pro Tip: Stick to a Routine

For me, sticking to a routine means that I do my skincare every morning and every night. A lot of my routines are thrown off right now. My eating schedule, my work schedule, my sleep schedule. It helps to pick an aspect of your beauty routines and make sure you stick to them. Whether this is skincare, makeup, a once a week hair treatment, etc. Find something in your beauty routine and make sure you commit to sticking to that routine whenever possible.

Set it up like a goal for yourself. You’ll feel proud of yourself when you accomplish the small task and help do something to beautify your day at the same time! It’s a win-win. 


Now I want to hear from you!

Comment below and tell me what beauty and self-care tips have been your favorites recently!



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Alaina Lightfoot
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