12 things we're loving: October
As the seasons change, so do the things that we're loving -- beauty products, clothing items, devices, etc. In the summer time, I love a good oil-free lotion because I don't want to get too greasy & I'm probably going to sweat it off anyway. However, in the winter time, my skin is typically more dry so having oil-free lotion isn't as big of a deal for me. So we asked ourselves, "what are three things that you're currently loving?" Below are our answers for this month.
Sara's loves...
grey & white striped pajama set from Amazon. You guys, I love pajamas. I typically put them on the second I know I don't have anywhere else to go. Just ask my kids or their friends, ha! I'm loving this pair from amazon because they aren't too heavy, they fit really well & they don't embarrass the girls when they have friends over.
coffee cup warmer. I start every day with a cup of coffee & usually have a cup of sleepy time tea mid-afternoon as well. My coffee cup warmer was a Christmas gift from my kids last year & if we're being honest they bought it more as a gift for themselves. Let me explain... when you heat something up in our microwave, once it's done it beeps LOUDLY every few seconds until you take it out. I was notorious for putting my cup in & walking away. Apparently, my family found that beeping noise pretty annoying. Now that I have this warmer, I'm spoiled & I love it! It keeps my cup warm all the way through & I no longer have to take the 25 step walk from my office to the microwave when I don't drink it fast enough, ha!
Kenra hairspray. My hair is naturally curly & that's not always awesome this time of year when the humidity changes in Kansas are fast & furious. There is something about this hairspray that really makes the humidity a non-issue so I'm not battling frizz. It holds the curls in place & has a nice, light scent. I know it's not just great for my hair type either because I often catch the girls stopping in my bathroom to finish off their hair with it as well.
Alli's loves...
mascara primer. I had never heard of eyelash primer until a couple of months ago. I decided to buy this drugstore brand & boy was I surprised at the difference it made! My eyelashes feel so much stronger & they hardly ever fall out or bend in wonky ways. I also feel like my mascara stays on longer when I use primer. FYI - when you put it on, it does make your eyelashes white which looks kind of weird. I usually give it 2-3 minutes to dry & then start applying my mascara.
electric hot pad. I am always so cold, especially in my school. When I'm cold, I tend to get really stiff & tense which in turn causes me tension migraines. I've been keeping this hot pad on my office chair & it has made such a difference! I'll walk into my room & a colleague will be sitting in it enjoying the warmth & getting a little cozy. This is the exact one that I have & I like it because it has three different levels of heat.
Peter Thomas Roth hydrating moisturizer. Ok this moisturizer is pretty expensive & I'm not usually willing to do that, however, I got a sample of this one time & I've refused to use any other moisturizer since! It contains hyaluronic acid (sounds scary but no worries) & basically what it does is it takes moisture from the air & continues to moisturize your face throughout the day. Now, I have very oily skin so I was very skeptical & thought this wouldn't work for me. To my surprise, it doesn't make me oily at all! It is very thin & leaves my face feeling SO soft. I am the biggest fan of this stuff & for me, it is so worth the splurge.
Bethany's loves...
Amazon leggings. These leggings are SO soft & comfortable & they fit great! They don't get baggy at the knees or ankles, which is something I find very annoying. Another plus is that they're not see-through at all! I also really like where they fit on my waist.
Dr. Teal's Relax & Relief Epsom Salt. I'm a dancer & I love taking a hot bath when I get home after long classes or honestly whenever I have time lol. Epsom salt is my favorite product to help soothe sore muscles. Now they're infusing them with essential oils which makes it smell incredible & helps to reduce stress. What could be better?
Salted Caramel Mocha Frappuccino. This is a seasonal drink from Starbucks that pretty much speaks for itself. It has just a hint of coffee that isn't too strong but enough that you can still taste it. My absolute favorite part is at the end when the salt, caramel & whipped cream all mix together. It's delicious & I look forward to it coming back every fall!
Avery's loves...
Murad Essential-C Facial Cleanser. I have struggled with normal teenage acne & this product has worked so well without drying out my skin or irritating it. It's a little pricier but it's so worth the splurge to me!
Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer Hot Air Brush. This thing is amazing! My hair has just a little wave to it & I deal with quite a bit of frizz. This blow dryer brush works fast & is perfect to use when I'm going to straighten or curl my hair. It really helps eliminate the frizz & makes the next step of styling go so much faster.
Native shoes. I really like these shoes because they're comfortable & light & airy. They're easy to throw on right after practice but I also enjoy wearing them all day with or without socks. They're a much more tighter fit & stay on a lot easier than crocs do which makes them easier to be active in. They're hand washable & don't stink at all! My specific pair is sold out but here is their website if you're interested in others.
Are there any products, clothes, etc., that you just can't live without? Please share them below in the comments!!
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