John Frieda Luxurious Volume Thickening Mousse

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John Frieda's Luxurious Volume Thickening Mousse's ultra-light formula wraps hair to thicken strands and boost volume. This mousse contains a specialized blend of styling polymers to maximize volume, hold style, and resist humidity.

How to use:

Shake can of Thickening Mousse well. Turn can upside down and dispense into palm. Apply evenly through damp hair with fingertips, working in mousse from root to tip. Blow dry for all-around dimension and finish with Luxurious Voloume Extra Hold Hairspray for a boost of shine and long-lasting hold.

Ingredients:

Water, Isobutane, VP/Methacrylamide/Vinyl Imidazole Copolymer, Polyquaternium-46, Panthenol, Propane, Laureth-3, Cocotrimonium Methosulfate, Ceteareth-25, Benzophenone-4, Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance.

This product retails for $5.99, and can be purchased at a wide variety of stores!

XoXo,
Whitney

Note: John Frieda sent me this product to try and feature on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to feature their product. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

John Frieda 3-Day Straight Styling Spray

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Get ready to have glossy, smooth hair full of volume! John Frieda's 3-Day Straight Styling Spray is a weightless spray with heat protection that blocks out frizz as you straighten. A proprietary blend of polymers with keratin protein wraps each strand, sealing in straight styles for up to 3 days. 

How to use:

Spray throughout damp or wet, not dry hair.  Start with 10-15 sprays.  Use more or less depending on hair length and thickness.  Comb to distribute evenly and blow-dry hair straight.  Finish by flat ironing hair in sections. 

Ingredients:

water, alcohol, polysilicone-9, hydrolized keratin, benzophenone-4, steartrimonium chloride, dipropylene glycol, benzyl alcohol, malic acid, lactic acid, sodium hydroxide, fragrance, disodium edta, methylparaben, propylparaben

This product retails for $7.99, and can be found at a wide variety of stores!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: John Frieda sent me this product to try and feature on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to feature their product. As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

Smashbox Cosmetics' Kitten Eye Look

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We're smitten with the kitten eye! Watch this totally modern take on a classic—think of it as a mini version of the always on-trend cat eye. 

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Whitney

Note: I am not associated with Smashbox Cosmetics. I just thought you would enjoy this short video!

Frizz-Free Looks for Labor Day‏

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As Labor Day fast approaches, it’s not only time to think about how you’ll be spending your last days of summer, but also what you’ll be wearing and how to do your hair.  Below are a few easy style recommendations from Harry Josh, John Frieda International Creative Consultant.

TOP KNOT

A top knot is not only a great style for the summer, but it will also help you to stay cool.

Start by applying John Frieda’s Luxurious Volume Thickening Mousse to damp hair and blow dry.  Once dry, gather all of your hair high on top of your head; then wrap your hair around itself completely into a bun and tuck the ends underneath the bun.  Use hair pins to secure your hair so that they disappear under the bun locking underneath creating a little fortress so that it doesn’t move around.  If you have thick hair, the pins may not hold as well, so you can use an elastic.  The elastic can then be disguised by wrapping the hair around it.  Finish by spraying your hair with John Frieda Frizz-Ease Moisture Barrier Firm‑Hold Hair Spray.

FISHTAIL BRAID

A fantastic look for the beach.

Begin by bringing your hair together against your actual side part to create dramatic lift.  If your hair parts in the center you can go to either side and if you have a side part, bring your hair to the opposite side.  Grab and secure your hair and start to do a basic braid down one side and secure with an elastic band.  Then ruffle and pull it apart with your fingers, letting a few pieces fall out, including long bangs, so that it looks casual and undone.

BEACH WAVES

Messy beach waves are the ultimate style for summer hair.

Begin by applying John Frieda’s Frizz-Ease Thermal Protection Serum to wet hair.  Not only will this help fight frizz, but it will protect your hair from UV rays.  The next thing you need to get this look is mousse – it’s light, weightless, and gives you hold.  Apply it to towel-dried hair—this will help create texture while you’re blow drying.  Once dry, curl hair in sections using a curling iron, but make sure to hold the iron vertically and wrap hair around it (like a tinsel).  Finish by brushing hair out and spritzing with a lightweight hairspray,

STRAIGHT & SLEEK

If you just can’t part from your favorite straight look, try Frizz-Ease 3-Day Straight.  You’ll have flawlessly straight strands that will last for up to 3 days or until your next shampoo. 

Apply to damp hair and blow dry your hair straight.  The weightless spray provides heat protection as it blocks out frizz and enhances straightening results.  Then finish by flat ironing hair in sections to preserve the style.

Which style will you be trying?

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Information provided by PR!

Smashbox Cosmetics' Image Factory Waterproof Shadow Liner

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Give your eyes soft definition wherever, whenever with this travel-friendly, mistake-proof shadow liner from Smashbox Cosmetics! The creamy, waterproof formula glides on effortlessly, while the built-in smudger brush allows for quick eye looks on the go.

Beauty Tip:

For the ultimate smoky eye on-the-go, glide along upper lashline and smudge. Or for a stunning, all-over shadow effect, apply to lids and blend into crease with the smudger brush.

This product retails for $22.00, and can be purchased at Smashbox.com!

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Smashbox sent me this product to try and feature on my blog. I am not associated with the company, nor are they paying me to feature their product! As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!

Kat Graham Reveals Her Drugstore Secret For Flawless Skin‏

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Vampire Dairies star Kat Graham has practically "pore-fect skin." Want to know the secret to her glowing complexion? The answer is Biore's Pore Unclogging Scrub, just $5.99 at your local drugstore.

Recently, Kat was spotted making a quick stop at an LA drugstore to pick up Biore Pore Unclogging Scrub. The perfect product to keep her looking fabulous through her busy schedule, the scrub lifts away stubborn, pore-clogging dirt and grime. 

The soap-free, creamy pearlized formula employs gentle beads to help remove dull, lifeless surface cells for a refined complexion. Harnessing the skin clearing power of Salicylic Acid, the scrub unclogs pores by penetrating deep down to where blemishes start, helping prevent blackheads and future breakouts. 

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Whitney 

Note: Information provided by PR. Picture credit goes to Startraks!

HAZEL EYES: PHOTO OP EYE ENHANCING PALETTE

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Watch Pro Lead Artist Lori walk you through 2 essential looks—soft and smoky—using 6 shades specifically selected to enhance your hazel eye color. 

Smashbox's  Photo Op Eye Enhancing Palette in Hazel Eyes is available exclusively at Sephora! 

XoXo, 

Whitney 

Note: I am not associated with any of the brands mentioned above. I just thought you would enjoy this short video!

New From Paris, With Love Bath & Body Works Collection

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Check out Bath & Body Works' new collection - From Paris, With Love! 

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Whitney

Note: I am not associated with Bath & Body Works, I just thought you would enjoy this short video!

Josie Maran Limited-Edition Set‏

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Indulge in the ultimate skincare kit, Josie Maran’s Pure & Simple Argan Skincare Ritual, available for one day only as a QVC Today’s Special Value, featuring luxe products inspired by Josie Maran’s signature wonder ingredient, Argan Oil. Rich in essential fatty acids and Vitamin E, Argan Oil is clinically proven to improve skin’s hydration and elasticity, and can be used on the face, hair, hands, toes and everywhere in between. Available only to QVC viewers who tune in on August 11, this pampering kit will transform your daily skincare ritual into a truly luxurious experience.

The Pure & Simple Argan Skincare Ritual Kit includes:

·   ~Argan Cleansing Oil: Eliminate makeup and impurities with this gentle, non-greasy cleanser enriched with olive, safflower seed and grape seed oils to refresh and renew skin, leaving it feeling moisturized, never greasy, tight or dry. Apply evenly over dry face, then wet face and massage into rich milk.

·   ~100% Pure Argan Oil: Nourish your skin with Josie’s signature product. This 100% organic, lightweight, anti-aging daily moisturizer visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while imparting a youthful, radiant glow. Use to moisturize face, treat split ends or condition cuticles.

·   ~Argan Daily Moisturizer Protect + Perfect Broad Spectrum SPF 40 Tinted Lotion: Defend skin against the harmful effects of UVA/UVB radiation with this non-chemical formula that delivers a universally flattering tint to correct imperfections and even out skin tone.

·    ~Argan Color Stick: Beautify your complexion with this dual-purpose sheer tint for lips and cheeks. The natural-looking, dewy finish complements all skin tones and creates a healthy flush or beautiful, just-bitten lips.

This collection will be available on August 11th! 

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Information provided by PR!

Beauty Essentials For The Gym

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Just because bathing suit season is coming to an end, it doesn’t mean you should start cheating on your workouts! The products below feel like a reward for working out as hard as you do, and will have you looking great before, during and after your workout.

 Pre-Workout

~A Fresh Start - Lumene Sensitive Touch Cleansing Wipes

Whether you are going for a run, attending a yoga class or an intense spin class, the last thing anyone wants is to start breaking out! Once you start sweating, your pores open up and become unclogged which does wonders for your complexion. However, if you are still wearing makeup, it will seep into your opened pores and cause skin irritations and breakouts. Get a fresh start before your workout by wiping your face clean with Lumene Sensitive Touch Cleansing Wipes. These wipes will take off all your makeup in one easy step - with no mess and no irritation. These alcohol-free wipes sweep quickly, gently yet thoroughly clean away dirt, oil and makeup from the skin without water.

Retail Price: $6.99! Available at CVS Stores and CVS.com!

~Brows That Wow - Sally Hansen Diamond Slant Tip Tweezer

Defined arches frame your face, pulling your features into focus. Perfectly groomed brows make a make-up free, natural face look polished and pretty. The Sally Hansen Brows that Wow Diamond Slant Tip Tweezer is a workhorse. It is perfect for working in between or above the brows. The platform design inside the tips means even more hair-grabbing capability; this design is coated with diamond particles for superior gripping power of ultra-fine hairs.

Retail Price: $13.49! Available at a wide variety of stores!

Post-Workout

~Wash It All Away - Lumene Radiant Touch Refreshing Foam Cleanser

Refresh and cleanse skin post workout for a radiant, healthy glow with Lumene Radiant Touch Refreshing Foam Cleanser. This light, creamy foam cleanser removes all impurities as it refreshes with its invigorating scent. Unique arctic cloudberry oil helps to boost your skin's natural radiance leaving skin feeling clean, fresh and radiant.

Retail Price: $10.99! Available at CVS and CVS.com!

~Soothe And Smooth Tired, Rough Soles - Sally Hansen Prep Your Pedi Foot Smoother Kit

Are your feet paying the price of going a little too hard on your run? Give the Sally Hansen Prep Your Pedi Foot Smoother Kit to exfoliate rough skin and thick calluses while pampering toes. The kit includes a micro-fine steel file, ceramic stone, smoother and brush.

Retail Price: $10.49! Available at a wide variety of stores!

Beauty Tip:

1. PREP: Soak feet in warm water to soften.

2. EXFOLIATE: Gently rub feet and heels with micro-fine steel file to safely remove tough skin and calluses. 

3. BUFF: Soften feet with the ceramic abrasive.

4. SMOOTH: Last but not least, moisturize with Sally Hansen Moisturizing Foot Cream.

5. CARE: Keep clean for good hygiene: gently wash with soap and water and air dry. Stack and snap pieces together for easy storage.

Are you ready for the gym?

XoXo,

Whitney

Note: Sally Hansen sent me a pair of the tweezers to try. I am not associated with any of the brands mentioned above, nor are they paying me to feature their products! As always, my reviews and opinions are 100% my own!