Hellooooo.

I've been gone for a hot minute, but I'm back and today I'm telling you about this new product called Patchology. I took a training class on it last week and got to hear what this is all about. 

If you, like me, get puffy eyes and dark circles, then you will love these patches. I don't really have wrinkles, but it is great if you have that concern. I definitely felt that the area under my eyes got really tight and smooth after just one use!

These energizing eye patches are like a ‘re-charging' stations for your eyes and after only 20 minutes you will look like you just took a much needed nap! The cooling effect that it gives really made me feel refreshed! 

The technology is that these patches give off a gentle micro-current that infuses the anti-aging ingredients into your skin. The patch will automatically activate once it's applied to your skin (after applying the Activating Gel---->it's provided in the kit) and it automatically shuts off when you take it off (Which is very easy and you can use the cleansing cloths that is provided for a clean finish). So, you don't have to worry about an "On" or "Off" button! 

The really cool part about this patch is that it is re-usable up to 4 times! So with the $45 starter kit you get a "months worth" of patches since you only use it once a week. 

If you have any questions feel free to ask! This is an exclusive product to Dillard's, Neimans and Bergdorfs. 

http://www.patchology.com

 

Beauty

Sugar Hair Exfoliate

I started to really feel product buildup in my hair/scalp & it was stressing me out! I can't stand that feeling so I decided to do an exfoliate!
I didn't measure this out perfectly,  I just put a scoop of brown sugar and I added in a smaller amount of granulated white sugar for extra exfoliation.  Just do as much or little as you would like! I then added in enough conditioner to make it like a paste. I just gooped it into my hands and massaged it using small circular motions all over my scalp for about 5 minutes.
I then hopped in the shower and rinsed it out completely.
You can shampoo & condition as normal, but I decided to just shampoo with baby shampoo and I wrapped it up in a bun and let my hair rest for a day! The next day, I warmed up a good amount of coconut oil in the microwave for about 30 seconds and poured it all over my scalp/hair (be sure not to overheat and burn yourself). I wrapped my hair up in a towel and let it sit for a few hours and I rinsed thoroughly.  I dabbed a quarter sized amount of baby shampoo again to wash out any greasiness from the coconut oil and rinsed again using really cold water.

I know it seems like a lot, but you can just do the sugar exfoliate and shampoo & condition as normal.

Anyways, my hair felt great today! Super soft and clean!
Comment below if you have any questions or comments!

Fashion

I love this look! Found these short overalls at H&M for $25 and this adorable striped button-up tank for $17.

Fashion

Beauty

I love this stuff and I love it even more because it was free! The last time I went to Sephora, I had some points built up and had an option and I choose this cute little pot of eye cream. 'It's Potent' by benefit is an under eye cream that fades dark circles and helps smooth fine lines to give you a brighter and more youthful look. It's not an immediate fix, but you can definitely tell a difference over time. After I run out of the sample, I will definitely spend the $34. It is a good investment and helps with my occasional insomnia. I'm currently running on day 5 of the worst sleep pattern I have ever encountered. 

Fashion/Decor

       Don't act too good for Goodwill.

I have no shame going to Goodwill on any given day to look for worn in tees, decor, and anything I can get my hands on for a rainy day crafting/Pinterest project. I first browse the men's t-shirt isle for any cool concert tees or old/vintage looking sport tees. Today, I found a cool Beatles t-shirt. For a couple of bucks, you can't really pass that up. I don't usually browse the women's section, because it usually consists of old Liz Taylor tops and baby tees, but I casually ran across a Calypso St. Barts button up flannel that I immediately got excited about. I follow that boutique on my instagram and they always have cute stuff. Sold!
Next stop, decor or shall we say potential decor. I found a Tennessee tray with the state flower and every city hand-written in gold. If I see something Tennessee in the state of Kentucky, SOLD. 

Might hang it on the wall or use it to put some candles on, not too sure yet. Then, I run across this military looking mirror. I really love fish eye mirrors.  Lastly, I see this little pastry pan and I thought it would be super cute to put some little eye creams, soaps, etc. in and place it on my bathroom counter. Looks way better than a plastic tub!
Anyways, hope this inspires you to hit up your local Goodwill or thrift store to find inexpensive things to wear or to add a little unique decor for your home! I also suggest finding some good estate sales in your area, they always have some awesome/unique stuff.
My style is old with new, expensive with inexpensive. When someone has their look too matchy-matchy, with fashion or with their home, it just doesn't seem comfortable or "real". Don't get me wrong, I love nice things, but I like to add in an old vintage suitcase next to my $3000 flatscreen TV, or throw on an old $2 concert tee with a $1000 pair of Golden Goose riding boots and a rag+bone flannel.  It just works for me.

Oh, and my total for the items shown was under $12. You can't beat that.

Drink

              Red Wine Berry Spritzer
-3 parts LaCroix cran - raspberry sparkling water.
-1 part red wine ( I used a red blend)
-handful of frozen berries
-ice cubes

Perfect summer drink!