My Favorite Gold Earrings

June 28, 2019 - Fashion

I’ve always been a fan of gold earrings because they literally go with everything. Am I right?! You can find me wearing gold earrings on almost a daily basis, whether just a simple stud, drop gold earrings, vintage Chanel gold earrings (hello), cute initial gold studs or something really exciting, like these gold earrings inspired by Jasmine of Aladdin, I can always trust gold earrings will always complete the look of my outfit. So here are a few of my favorite styles and how you can wear them on a daily basis:

Basic Gold Hoops

Gold hoops have been a staple in my jewelry collection for a long time. They are simple, chic and pair well with minimalistic outfits and daily workwear! 

They add interest, but aren’t overwhelming, leaving the focus to other parts of your outfit. You can easily still pair them with a necklace, bracelets or other pieces without it being too much.

Simple Studs

Simple gold studs literally go with everything! You can wear them on a daily basis and pair them with other jewelry statement pieces, like a large statement necklace. I wear simple gold studs when I’m not making a statement with drop earrings or a going out style. They give an overall clean, chic look and pair well with any style you’re going for.

Statement Earrings

While I love the simplicity of a basic gold hoop or gold stud, I am obsessed with gold statement earrings. You can find so many great pieces out there, whether it’s a large drop earring or a detailed stud, it’s never been easier to make a big statement.

Since you’re making a statement with your earrings, it’s important to keep the rest of your jewelry simple, but you can definitely still make a statement with bold or patterned clothing.

So do you love gold earrings as much as me? Here are a few more of my favorite gold earrings right now, simple click to shop!

5 Tips to Get a Better Night of Beauty Sleep

June 20, 2019 - Beauty, Lifestyle

This shop has been compensated by P&G and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyBestZzzs #CollectiveBias

Did you know? Overnight is one of the best times to recharge and revitalize yourself, ensuring your body feels great and keep you looking beautiful: hair, eyes and skin. Yes, it’s true! There are so many benefits involved with getting a proper amount of beauty sleep every night, which is why I’ve been taking ZzzQuil Pure Zzz’s Beauty Sleep Gummies and ZzzQuil Pure Zzz’s Melatonin Liquid to ensure I can fall asleep naturally. These are new products that I found at my local Walmart and have been helping me more easily fall asleep at night – naturally!

The ZzzQuil Pure Zzz’s Beauty Sleep Gummies are a sleep aid with ginger, grape seed extract, chamomile, lavender and valerian root with a white strawberry rose flavor available. You can take one to two gummies per night to help you fall asleep naturally!

The ZzzQuil Pure Zzz’s Melatonin Liquid is a unique botanical blend of chamomile, lavender, valerian root and lemon balm in addition to melatonin. It is a great-tasting liquid that is non-habit forming.

Interested in these products? Hover over the image above to shop them directly!

I was able to find both of these easily at my local Walmart in the aisle with medications and supplements. They also had a display of it in the main aisle.

Today, I’m sharing 5 tips on how to achieve the best beauty sleep of your life!

Use an Overnight Lip Mask

Many people know about the benefits of using a moisturizer or serum overnight to help plump the skin and renew collagen levels, but did you know it’s just as important to re-hydrate your lips?! There are several overnight lip mask options out there and it only takes a few seconds to apply, so it is easy to incorporate into your nightly routine. By using a lip mask, you can help combat dryness and fine lines, waking up to smooth, more supple lips!

Switch Out Your Pillowcase for a Silk One

One of the easiest and most important things you can do to wake up more beautiful is to exchange your cotton pillowcase for a silk one! Cotton can be rough on your skin and can pull on your hair, resulting in breakage. I have been using a silk pillowcase for the past couple of years and have definitely noticed a difference in both my skin and hair! Silk is gentle on skin and hair (especially if you dye your hair blonde like mine) and will ensure you wake up with gorgeous skin and hair. 

Wear Your Hair Up or in a Braid

I used to always sleep with my hair down – I never knew that it could be so bad for your hair! If you sleep with your hair down, especially if you roll a lot during your sleep, it can be really rough and pull on your hair throughout the night – resulting in, yes, more breakage. I usually wear my hair up in a top knot bun using a coil hair tie (regular hair ties can pull too tightly on your hair, so please use a coil hair tie if you wear it up in a bun). It actually makes it much easier to sleep because you don’t really feel your hair and if you toss and turn like me, you don’t feel it tugging on your hair during the night.

You can also braid your hair – doesn’t matter if it is one big braid to the side, two braids, or multiple braids, this will help keep your hair in place and minimize the amount of pulling. I usually wear one big braid to the side or two braids if my hair is damp after showering, then I wake up with beach waves! I might then spray in a little bit of texturizing or sea salt spray. Either way, wearing your hair up is going to help the health of your hair so much!

Wear an Eye Mask

Okay, first thing first – eye masks are adorable, so why wouldn’t you want to wear one?! But in all seriousness, they can help you fall asleep faster by shutting out everything around you. Not only does it make it darker so it’s easier to fall asleep, but it also ensures your environment is device-free! TV, phones and other distracting devices can interrupt your sleep, making it take longer to get your needed beauty sleep, which is why an eye mask is so important. I am 110% guilty of watching TV or being on my phone for hours before bed, which is another reason why I started wearing an eye mask to bed. Once it’s on, I am able to separate myself from all the technology that can make it difficult to fall asleep. I like to wear a simple silk eye mask, but there are cooling eye masks and many other options out there to try out! Also, did you know that when your brain senses complete darkness it produces melatonin? That’s the main reason why it’s such a simple, great solution to falling asleep faster!

Take ZzzQuil Pure Zzz’s Beauty Sleep Gummies or ZzzQuil Pure Zzz’s Melatonin Liquid

Last, but certainly not least, my NEW favorite part of my nighttime routine – taking Pure Zzz’s Beauty Sleep Gummies or ZzzQuil Pure Zzz’s Melatonin Liquid before bed. Again, as mentioned above, these can help you fall asleep more naturally. Both products contain ingredients that help you fall asleep naturally, and are both an easy addition to your nighttime routine! They also both taste amazing, so why not give it a try if you’re looking to get better beauty sleep?!

Have you tried out these products yet? If you’re interested, you can check out other ZzzQuil products here!

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Summer Hairstyle Tutorial: Twisted Braid Beachy Waves

June 11, 2019 - Beauty, Hair

This shop has been compensated by Nature Box™. #ShopNatureBox #sponsored​

Summer is in full force and I could NOT be happier! The sun is shining, the grills are going and the ocean is calling my name! The only downfall of summer, in my opinion, is that the heat and humidity can cause havoc on my hair. That’s why I started using Nature Box™ 100% Cold Pressed Macadamia Oil Shampoo & Conditioner! This line specifically helps with anti-frizz to keep my blonde locks looking sleek and revitalized all summer long!​

Cold pressing oils is the process of using extra pressure without excessive heat to extract the natural oils from fruits and nuts without chemicals or hot processing. Nature Box™ has a variety of shampoo and conditioner sets that include cold pressed oil from coconuts, avocados, apricots, almonds, and macadamia nuts. The set I got is exclusive to CVS and I found it easily at my local CVS in Braintree!​

I love the way the Nature Box™ 100% Cold Pressed Macadamia Shampoo & Conditioner set makes my hair feel! I also love the process they use to extract the macadamia nut oil to ensure my hair is getting all the benefits. What else is there to love? Nature Box™ has a variety of oil pressed shampoo and conditioners are:​

  • Sulfate free
  • Paraben free
  • Silicone free
  • Vegan

So you can feel good about using these hair products and incorporating them into your summer beauty routine.

I’m excited to share a step-by-step hair tutorial today using the Nature Box™ 100% Cold Pressed Macadamia Oil Shampoo & Conditioner to achieve beachy waves with a tri-twisted braid! It’s a GREAT hairstyle for summer because it keeps the hair out of your face but still has that effortless, beachy wave look. I also added a couple of trendy pearl clips to finish the look. Follow these steps to achieve your own twisted braid beachy wave hairstyle.​

What You’ll Need:

  • Nature Box™ 100% Cold Pressed Macadamia Oil Shampoo & Conditioner
  • Brush
  • Alligator Clip
  • Blow Dryer
  • Curling Wand
  • Pearl Clips (or any style of clip works)
  • Hairspray

SHAMPOO & CONDITION YOUR HAIR

First, start with the Nature Box™ 100% Cold Pressed Macadamia Oil Shampoo & Conditioner. This will ensure your beachy waves are looking sleek and gorgeous without the frizz for whatever summertime activity you’re planning.​

BLOW DRY YOUR HAIR

Using your favorite blow dryer, ensure your hair is dry before moving to the next step. You will be using a curling wand, so it needs to be completely dry. One of my favorite blow drying tips is to use the cold setting on your blow dryer at the very end. It makes your hair more manageable to work within the next step.

CURL YOUR HAIR WITH A CURLING WAND

This step is essential! Obviously, you ideally will use an actual curling wand for this part. If you don’t have a curling wand, you can use a curling iron, just ensure you don’t use the clamp. Basically, you will follow the same steps but keep the clamp open the entire time.

I have extremely long, thick hair, so I curl my hair in three sections. Depending on your hair length/thickness, you might only need to curl in two sections. I use my alligator clip to hold up the top two sections of my hair and brush out the bottom.​

Holding your curling wand down, start with the back layers of hair and twirl it around the wand. To achieve the most natural look for the beach waves, alternate which way you curl your hair! So, I start with the first piece curled towards my face and the piece next to it away from my face. Repeat this for the entire bottom section of hair.

Let down the second section of hair, using the alligator clip to keep the top layer secure. Don’t worry about needing hairspray quite yet! It’s good to let your hair naturally fall/cool off to achieve that wavy look. Repeat the same process on this section of hair. Hold your curling wand down, start with back layers and curl to and away from the face.

Let down the final section of hair. Since this hairstyle has braids, I always keep my parted to one side and braid the part with more hair. If you prefer a middle part, it will still achieve the look, so do what you feel most comfortable with! Repeat the same curling process until you are done.​

Hooray! You are done curling your hair.

USE BRUSH OR FINGERS TO COMB THROUGH HAIR

Let your hair cool for a moment, then using your fingers or a brush, gently pull down on your hair/curls. It really depends on how you want your hair to look. Doing this helps it look more natural, but if you’re like me, my curls eventually fall on their own, so I lightly go through my hair with my fingers. You can also tip your head upside down and work your hands through it.​

BRAID THREE PIECES OF HAIR

Next, take about a half inch of hair right at the front of your face for the first braid. Braid it all the way down, but don’t secure it yet. Repeat the process with another half inch piece of hair right next to the first braid (no need to secure yet). Repeat again for a final time.

You should have three small braids now. Next, braid the three small braids together. This will give a multi-twist, chunky yet sleek look that ensures you can enjoy any summer activity without having to constantly push hair away from your face!

SECURE WITH HAIR CLIPS

Finally, secure your final braid (made up of three smaller braids) with a pearl clip. For a very trendy look, use two clips! I love the way these pearl clips are different sizes and help complete the look.

SPRITZ WITH HAIRSPRAY

Finally, use just a bit of hairspray throughout your hair to help hold your waves. BUT just a little bit! To keep that beachy wave look natural, your waves should have flexibility.

And that’s it, you’re done! This simple summer hairstyle will give your overall summer look a beautiful, beach wave while ensuring your hair is out of your face.

And thanks to Nature Box™ 100% Cold Pressed Macadamia Oil Shampoo & Conditioner, you won’t have to worry about frizz and can be confident everyone will be starring at your hair for all the right reasons. Be sure to check out your local CVS and try out the Nature Box™ 100% Cold Pressed Macadamia Oil Shampoo & Conditioner set today!

What summer hairstyles are you going to try this year?