What’s in My Shower?? New Video Camera Footage…

Hey Guys!

Hope you all had a great week. I recently got a new video camera and my first video I have made with it is a “what’s in my shower?” video. I wanted to do something that was easy to film so I could get the hang of the camera and learn how to use it.

I have seen videos on Youtube showing what people keep in their showers, and I always think it is really interesting to see what products people are currently using. 

As I state in the video, most of these items in my shower change out frequently as I am using and trying different things, but it’s still fun to see. Enjoy the video, and if you have video requests of what you would like to see leave them in a comment. Thanks!

Love, Lauren

 

VERB Hair Care Review- Verb is Active not Passive

Hey Guys!

I’ve added a new product to my hair care routine. It is the Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner by VERB. Verb was created by a couple in Austin , Texas who wanted to create a salon quality hair care line at an affordable 

price. Here are the many benefits of the Verb Shampoo and Conditioner:

• Free of sulfates, parabens, gluten and vegan friendly.
• Preserves hair color and protects against heat styling.
• Moisturizing, leaves hair soft and smooth.
• Quinoa Protein repairs damage and protects against environmental exposure.
• Keratin Protein in the conditioner helps repair and strengthen hair.
• Leaves hair soft and light and does not weigh hair down.

 

Here is my complete review for the Verb hydrating shampoo and conditioner.

For more info check out the VERB website. 

LOVE, LAUREN

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New Beauty Finds from March 2012: Wrinkle Prevention Pillow, Model Mirror and more..

I love it when I find really interesting new beauty products. There were a few products from the month of March that really stood out to me that didn’t necessarily fit into the category of make up, hair or skin care.  All three of the products that I am going to share are things that I have been using almost everyday. 

The items I will show in more detail in this video are the:

• Wrinkle Prevention Pillow – a pillow made of memory foam and silk that is great for preventing wrinkles, puffy eyes, and split ends. It is also the perfect pillow design for eyelash extension wearers. 
• The Model Mirror- a handheld mirror slim enough for your purse . This mirror features LED lights that make fixing make up or hair in dark rooms easier. 
• Cool Care- a counter top holder for your hot straightener, curling iron and blow dryer.

 

 

 

Love, Lauren

 

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Must-Have Daily Beauty Routine Items

What are some of your simple beauty routine products that you just have to have, and what are things you feel like you constantly need to re-purchase that you could not live without?

I wanted to share some of the basic necessity beauty routine products that I use; these are more like the everyday things that most of us use on a daily basis, but here are my favorites. They are not high end items, just simple products .  All of these are items I’ve purchased several times. Most can be found just  at Target, or the drug store. 

I’d love to know some of your favorite daily beauty routine items that someone on a budget could afford?

Love, Lauren

Walk on the Wild Side- Braids and Animal Print

What’s your favorite Spring trend this year? I have been seeing a lot of braids, neons and bright colors,  and animal print is always a trend for spring and summer. So what did I do? I combined three trends: braids, bright colors and animal print and spiced up my normal hair and nail routine.

Instead of the normal ponytail, I decided to create a ponytail, braid my ponytail and loosen it up for a different braided type of look. I was inspired by Katniss’ braids in the Hunger Games. She sports a variety of different braids in the new Hunger games movie. 

For my nails,  I took one of my favorite bright colors of the season, orange, and KISS  leopard print nail decals and created this fun nail look. 

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Love,

Lauren

Moisture Rich Shampoo and Conditioner for Dry Hair

Hey Guys!!

The winter has taken a toll on my hair. The last couple months, it has felt super dry. So, for the last couple weeks I have been on the hunt for shampoo and conditioner that could revive my hair and bring it back to its silky smooth days… 

 I have two sets of shampoo and conditioner, both are my current favorites because they have left my hair softer, silkier and more manageable.

The first is Philip Kingsley’s Moisture Extreme Shampoo and Conditioner. This stuff is serious business. I can tell almost immediately that it is helping to mend my split ends and dry strands. The conditioner makes my hair immediately silky. I leave the conditioner on for an extra 5 minutes or so to make my hair super soft. Both shampoo and conditioner are in the $20 range.

photo from philipkingsley.com

The other brand is John Frieda’s new Root Awakening Purify and Nourish Shampoo and Conditioner. This shampoo and conditioner smell amazing and make my scalp and hair feel hydrated, refreshed, clean and silky. I am super picky when it comes to my conditioner. And,  usually I don’t like a shampoo unless the conditioner that goes with it is amazing. This duo is fantastic, and I would definitely buy this again at my local Target.  Here’s what the John Frieda website says about this product, 

• “Invigorates and feeds from root to tip with a fresh tingle for bouncy, shiny, radiant hair that’s noticeably more resilient with every use.
• With natural Eucalyptus and peppermint oil, this formula stimulates the scalp with a cool, tingling sensation. Massaging your scalp encourages circulation, which will wake-up healthier-looking new growth.
• Gently cleans without stripping.”

Photo from Johnfrieda.com

Hope this helps if you are also looking for a really good moisture rich shampoo and conditioning duo. Thanks for reading!!

Who’s watching the Oscar’s tonight?!?? I can’t wait. I will definitely be reporting on the beauty and style I see on the red carpet.

Love, Lauren

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Beauty and Fragrance for Valentines Day!

Hey Guys,

You may not expect to receive anything for Valentine’s Day this year, but here are some things I’ve come across in the last month that would make a great gift , (even if you have to buy it for yourself). This is also sort of my January/February favorites in Beauty.

The first is one has to be my favorite scent right now. It is the fragrance, “After my own heart” by Ineke. http://ineke.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=23&products_id=28 I can’t even begin to describe how much I love this scent, especially this time of year. It smells like sweet lilacs. It’s notes are Bergamot, Raspberry, Crisp Green Foliage, Lilac Sandlewood, Heliotrope and Musk. IT SMELLS SO GOOD!!

Photo from Ineke.com

The second gift item is a home fragrance. It is the Reed Diffuser by Alora Ambiance. These make a great gift for someone or for yourself because I don’t know who wouldn’t like something to make their home smell nicer. These are so fragrant, and look very nice as decoration too!! Alora Ambiance is actually based on of Minneapolis, right here! Go check out their fragrances if you have not yet! http://www.aloraambiance.com/  I also hear the fragrance can linger in your home for up to 6 months!!

 Photo from AloraAmbiance.com

The third recommendation is a must have hair item in my own personal opinion. It is the GHD Limited Edition Pink Orchid Flat Iron. I think my all time favorite flat Iron I have ever used is the GHD. It just always does the trick, is very sturdy, and heats up in seconds. I LOVE IT!! And, take a look at this cute limited edition one you can get at http://www.sephora.com/ It has purple plates! It comes in this sturdy clutch like case to keep it in or use for makeup or other products when traveling. It’s perfect for a special Valentines Day gift for your teenage daughter, niece, friend, or definitely yourself too!

photo from Sephora.com

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Love,Lauren

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Cool Care for your Hot Tools

Hi Everyone!

If you’re like me, you have quite a few different hair styling products. Maybe a curling iron, flat iron, blow dryer, etc. And, there is not really a “cute” way to store these besides setting them on your bathroom counter and creating a mess of cords. I found this holder, “Cool Care”, by AmericanBeauty and it is the perfect way to organize, and protect myself from the heat of these tools. 

I love that this holder comes in two styles, one for your bathroom counter top or one that you can mount in the wall. These can fit most hairdryers, curling irons, and hair straighteners. 

The names of the game here are convenience, safety, and functionality. These are not cute, or “pretty” but they have made my bathroom counter top look a whole lot more organized, and made reaching for my blowdryer and straightener a lot easier. I never again have to worry about the heat from the tools melting something on my counter top. 

You can look at all these products at: http://www.americanbeauty.ws/CoolCare-Curling-Iron-Flat-Iron-Wall-Mounted-Safety-Stainless-Steel.html  I really enjoy sharing with all of you my “beauty finds” and I’m dying to know what you’ve found lately!? 

Let me know!

LOVE, Lauren

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Jennifer Lopez’s Style on American Idol

Hey Guys!

American Idol starts up tonight. I don’t watch a lot of TV but when I do, I love to watch reality singing shows, award shows, or anything dealing with style and beauty.

One of the main reasons I love watching American Idol is Jennifer Lopez. I used to love it for Simon Cowell smart and funny comments…but now, it’s fun to see what Ms. Lopez will be wearing, or how she will have her hair and make up. She’s a style inspiration for sure!!!

She  looks absolutely gorgeous all the time and is always switching up her hair and make up style, it never seems the same one week to the next. 

Photos from : PopSugar.com, blog.syracuse.com, romeoscorner.net, & popwatch.ew.com

 

So, will you be watching American Idol tonight? And, if so what is your favorite part of the show??

LOVE, LO

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Curls with a Straightener- Happy New Years Eve!!!

Hey Guys!

It’s 12:08 AM, officially New Years Eve 2011…AND it’s also my 2 year wedding anniversary. Today is a GREAT day!! I hope all of you have a very safe and fun night celebrating (if you do…) and I can’t wait to see what 2012 holds. 

I have been using my straightener quite a bit lately to create fun (non) perfected curls. I wanted to share this little hair video with you all of how I achieve this look. Maybe you can try something different with your hair this New Years Eve.

Enjoy. XOXO

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Have a safe night, full of love, friends, and fun!

LOVE, LO

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