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Holiday Gift Idea No.2

December 21, 2016

A little late in the game but I wanted to share with you all my Holiday Gift Idea No.2. It’s a fantastic present, for anytime, really, not just the holidays! I was sent the Refreshed Mist from the brand Feel to try out, and I seriously can’t get enough of it. It’s a light mist that you can spray on after work, and before the gym, after you’d done your makeup getting ready for a date, or anytime that you need a little pick-me-up.
I love that this product doesn’t mess up your makeup, instantly provides a little mood boost, and perks you up for whatever life brings on next. It helps to minimize pores and bring moisture to skin, courtesy of the hyaluronic acid it contains, along with several extracts and enzymes. I’ve noticed a definite glow on my skin when using it, and not the greasy, middle-of-summer sheen, but a lovely almost halo-like effect.

Refreshed Hydrating Floral Mist / Feel

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.

Items in this post were provided to me for reviewing purposes. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Holiday Gift Idea No.1

December 14, 2016

Hello, loves!
I wanted to share with you a fantastic gift I’ve found for this holiday season. Initially, when I came across this shaving set from Harry’s, it struck me as the perfect present to surprise a male friend or loved one with. Then I thought about it a bit.. Why not for a woman? We’re currently subjected to the fluorescent-handled, cutesy-named razors sold at drugstores, but I imagined it would be nice to bring some luxury to a daily beauty task.
This kit includes a sleek razor, foaming gel or shave cream, a total of 3 cartridges, and a cover for traveling (which I wish I had for my drugstore versions). The razors have 5 blades and a lubricating strip for a super close and smooth shave, and a rubberized grip so it won’t slip out of your hands. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had a razor fly out of my wet hands in the shower! This holiday set (the Winston) is $25 and comes with the silver handled version. They also offer a set for only $15 (the Truman) that includes an orange, deep blue, or olive handle.
I love the idea of taking something that would normally be considered a “chore” and bringing some glam to it. Also, if your sister or husband love the razor, they can purchase refills for $2 or less per cartridge! You’re not going to find a deal like that at the drugstore. Want to get even more personal? Have the handle engraved for an additional $15, for that extra special touch.

Winson shave set c/o Harry’s // Outfit details see this post

This post is sponsored by Harry’s. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I would never recommend a brand or products that I don’t personally use and enjoy myself. Happy gifting, my loves!

Colleen Rothschild Skincare Review

November 17, 2016

Hi loves!
Today, I wanted to share with you a skincare line that you probably haven’t heard of yet. A little while back, I received an email from a rep at Colleen Rothschild Skincare, offering to send me a few of their products to try out, no pressure to post or share with my followers if I didn’t enjoy them. Thankfully, the products are fantastic, and I’m looking forward to trying even more from the brand. I was sent two items – first, the Radiant Cleansing Balm, which is a luxe makeup remover that leaves my skin SO soft and clean, and is almost like getting a mini-facial. I also received the Clarifying Detox Mask, which in addition to brightening and soothing skin, actually has a high-tech ingredient (micronized silver), to reduce bacteria on the skin. This is especially important in the upcoming months, full of travel, holiday parties, and flu season. I feel like my skin is brighter, clearer, and smoother after just a couple of uses.
One thing I definitely noticed as a distinguishing factor between Colleen Rothschild Skincare and other high-end brands is that the products not only look gorgeous on your bathroom counter, but they also truly deliver results. I’ve tried numerous skincare creams, lotions, and serums that come in pretty packages, but don’t do much for the skin. One time I spent $150 on a face serum that left my skin tacky, not taut. These products are not only reasonably priced, considering the quality, but they do exactly what they promise to do. Next up, I’m looking forward to trying the Dual Enzyme Polish and the brand new Hygge candle. The scent description sounds incredible, and I can picture lighting it on a cold fall evening after dinner and just letting the scent fill the room.
Use my code “DFT20” at checkout to receive 20% off your purchase of regular-priced items.

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.

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My Love Of Julep

October 30, 2016

Hi loves!
So, in case you didn’t already know, I’m OBSESSED with nail polish. I’ve been doing my own nails, with the exception of a random manicure here and there for a special occasion, for a couple of decades now. Which typing right now makes me feel kind of old haha! Moving on, I really do enjoy playing around with polishes and effects and being able to change my color on a whim. Polish is such a cheap, easy way to freshen up a look! I’ll pick a color based on the outfit I want to wear, or a mood I’m in, so it makes sense that I would have 12 different shades of hot pink, right? Right. Enter my love of Julep.
I was first introduced to Julep when I came across a Facebook offer for “try us out, get a free 12 pc set of polishes.” The catch was that I needed to sign up for a monthly subscription service for beauty products. Not the worst thing, and I knew that I could cancel whenever I wanted. I went with the 3 months prepaid so it worked out to $19.99/mo. I LOVED the polishes that I got, pictured above. What happened next, I admit was a touch confusing. First, there is a “Maven Window” time frame… They offer up a possible set of items, ranging from polish to eye shadow to skincare and give you a few days to decide. If you don’t like something, you can swap it out or choose another set. You can also add on more items, which I so frequently do, even the whole month’s collection. You can also add on single items, like polishes at a big discount (sometimes $5 a pop), and items from past collections, pick 3 or more and they’ll throw in an extra little gift.
After that window has closed, the “Secret Store” opens. Here they have even more discounted items to add to your box. If you don’t want to go crazy with add-ons, just stick to your curated box and wait for it to arrive in the mail! I’ve enjoyed every box I’ve received, and always look forward to the next, and choosing items from the newest collection.
Julep is offering the same deal again to new subscribers; a 12 piece polish collection when you sign up for the monthly boxes, which you can cancel at any time. Use my link here and enter code FREEFALL.
Below are some of the boxes I’ve received. A little disclaimer, I purchased add-ons for all but one of the months. The standard boxes contain 2-4 items.

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