Gentle Peel Off Face Mask

Today's post is a little different...I'm trying something new and posting short videos on my IGTV (Instagram TV).  This first short video is a first impressions of a new skincare product from Bath & Body Works: a gentle peel off face mask with tea tree oil.  I love the cute little package it comes in!  If you want to see more about this face mask, head over to my Instagram page and click on IGTV to watch the video.

Leave me a comment and let me know if you want more videos like this!

Morphe Foundation  |  Dri-Fit Shirt

Your first question might be why I am wearing makeup to the gym for working out.  For me, I have what's called Exercise Induced Bronchoconstriction, a fancy phrase for a type of asthma brought on by exercise.  I really notice it when I am doing heavy cardio, such as spin class and others notice my extremely red face.  To hide the redness I wear foundation to the gym to avoid the stares of people who assume I might be dying.  Now I am not wearing a full face of makeup!  Only foundation and mascara, no powders or brow sculpting.  Just the basics to get me through my workout.  Morphe recently launched foundation that is full coverage, water resistant, and sweat proof.  I took the true test of this new foundation at spin class the past few weeks...this stuff is impressive!  I sweat the most during spin and am constantly dabbing sweat off my face for 45 minutes.  Moprhe's foundation had little to no transfer onto the towel.  Keep in mind, I dab not rub the towel (rubbing is harsh on sensitive skin).  These pictures were taken after class so you can clearly see how well the foundation has held up.  

This Morphe foundation would be great for summer during beach or pool days!  The color choices are incredible, there is seriously a perfect shade for every skin color and undertone.  If you are not comfortable color matching online, head to one of the Morphe store locations or an Ulta store to find the perfect shade.  I can't recommend this foundation enough!!  Once summer is in full swing, I will be getting a darker shade for my tan skin :) 

The past couple weeks I have been putting a fishtail braid in my hair because it's quick, easy, and I don't need to apply heat to my hair.  I have gotten a few comments/questions about it so I wanted to share a quick tutorial on how to braid a fishtail.  Hopefully this tutorial is easy to follow! 

Step 1:  gather all the hair to one side and use a small, clear plastic hair tie to keep it loosely in place.

Step 2:  split the side ponytail into two equal sections.

Step 3: take a one inch section of hair from the back of one side of the split ponytail.  Bring that small section of hair to the front of the other side.  Basically, cross one small section over to the opposite side.

Step 4:  starting with the side of the ponytail you just added a section too, take a one inch section from the back and cross it over to the other side.  All your doing is crossing sections from one side to the other in an alternating pattern.  Continue steps 3 & 4 until you reach the ends of your hair.

When you reach the end, secure the braid with another clear plastic tie.  The braid should look like this!  It's up to you if you want to leave the braid as it is or make it look "messy."  Keep following the instructions below for more volume!

Step 5:  starting from the top of the braid, tug on each side to loosen the braid and add volume.  Work your way down until you reach the end.  This will give your braid a "messy" look that's more relaxed.

Step 6 (optional):  now that the braid is complete there are two options.  Either add a cute silk tie at the top to cover the hair tie or cut the hair tie off for a seamless transition.  This braid is a great way to change up a look and is super easy to do!  I may try a french braid version of the fishtail where you start closer to the top of your head and add hair so that the braid is longer and less loose at the top.

If you have any questions, let me know in the comments! 

Thermal Top  |  Body Wash  |  Lotion

The everlasting winter that we have had is taking a toll on my skin.  I can't seem to put enough lotion on to keep my skin hydrated and healthy.  It doesn't help that the water at our apartment is hard which causes my skin and scalp to dry out even faster.  At a recent trip to Bath & Body Works, I was looking for body wash and came across the coco and shea with honey moisturizing body wash.  The scent alone had me sold! It smells like a luxurious spa treatment :)  To accompany the body wash is a 24 hour moisture body lotions, with the same scent.  Using the duo together has made such a difference in my skin!  It's hydrated, smooth, and smells great lol!  This might be my new favorite combo!

Body care items are currently 2 for $20 (a 7 dollar savings) making it a good time to try new things.