Mother's Day Gift Guide

Monday, April 30, 2018

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, now is the time to get shopping! If you haven’t started yet, or if you don’t know where to start, I’ve created a handy list of ideas for that special lady. All of these items are available on Amazon which means that you can order them now & have them in time for Mother’s Day! I tend to buy my mom gift certificates and flowers for Mother’s Day and while I’m sure they are appreciated, I decided to think outside the box this year. Of course, I didn’t include her gift in this list just in case she decides to read my blog!

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Beauty

The Perfect Pink Lipstick. Not only is this lipstick comfortable and long-lasting, it’s affordable enough that you can buy one for mom and one for yourself!

A Purse-Friendly Hand Cream. I’ve mentioned this hand cream many times on the blog because it is my all-time favourite and one that I’ve actually gifted my mom in the past. The packaging is classy and perfect for throwing in your purse without worrying about spills or leaks.

Luxurious Body Oil. With a name like “Mama Bee” , you know this is going to be great for mothers! While it is intended for mothers-to-be, I am certain that any momma out there would appreciate this moisturizing body oil.

Calming Vegan Bath Salts. My mom loves nothing more than a good bath! These vegan bath salts provide a soothing experience and the packaging will look gorgeous in any bathroom!

Technology

A Feminine Smartwatch. This peach & rose gold Fitbit Versa will look fantastic on your mom’s arm as she does her workouts! Maybe you can even try a new fitness class together as a mother & daughter outing.

An E-Reader for the Bookworm. If your mom is the type who loves to curl up with a good book, pick up a Kindle and fill it with her favourite books!

For The DIY-er. What can’t you do with a Cricut machine? Perfect for the mom who likes to scrapbook, make cards, or print t-shirts!

For All Those Family Photos. Buy mom a fancy new camera and you’re guaranteed lots of photo memories for the future!

Home

For the Coffee Lover. My mom loves her cup of coffee first thing in the morning! We recently bought an espresso machine ourselves and have been thoroughly enjoying a cappuccino or latte every morning. You can also pair it with a cute mug!

A Cozy Throw. Honestly, I love nothing more than covering up in a comfy blanket and relaxing in the evening. This one is gorgeous and has amazing reviews!

A No-Fail Recipe Book. If I’m being entirely honest here, this recipe book is on my wishlist. Not only do the recipes sound delicious but the photo and commentary look fantastic too!

What are you buying your mom for Mother’s Day? Or, if you’re a mom, what’s on your wishlist?

6 Beauty Products to Use This Spring

Sunday, April 1, 2018

Now that winter has finally ended, it’s time to prep your skin for spring and summer. Winter always wrecks havoc on my skin, leaving it dry and dull. Here are a few tips to prepare your skin for spring including six of my favourite beauty products.

Exfoliate | Exfoliating is a great way to get rid of dead, dry skin, leaving your skin’s surface smoother and more radiant looking. Mary Kay’s Satin Body Revitalizing Shea Scrub is perfect for the job. The creamy base provides moisture (thanks to shea butter and sunflower oil) and the exfoliants are gentle enough for daily use. It also has a wonderful, refreshing scent that is perfect for spring weather!

When exfoliating, don’t forget your lips! There’s nothing worse than trying to apply lipstick to dry, cracked lips. I personally love LUSH’s Lip Scrubs. They are affordable, effective, and safe to eat (not that I’d recommend eating them).

Moisturize | This is an obvious one! My dry skin loves nothing more than a quenching body lotion. My absolute favourite is the Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream which not only works amazingly but smells like a tropical vacation. The lotion is thick and buttery but sinks into the skin and leaves a long-lasting scent. If you are stuck in temperamental spring weather, at least you can smell beachy!

Nothing beats L’Occitane Hand Cream for keeping my hands moisturized! Due to my work, I am constantly washing my hands and applying hand sanitizer, which is incredibly drying. The L’Occitane hand cream is luxurious and rich. Because you only need such a small amount, a tube lasts forever!

The Bite Agave Lip Mask has a permanent location on my bedside table. I apply it before bed and wake up with soft, nourished lips each morning. This is another product which lasts forever! I’ve had this tube for well over a year now.

Hydate | Now that you’ve hydrated your skin, you need to hydrate your body. Getting into the habit of drinking water is an easy change you can make in the spring. A general rule is to divide your body weight in half and drink that many oz of water (for example, if you weigh 140lbs, you should drink 70oz of water per day). Not only does increasing your water intake help with weight loss, it also leaves your skin plump and nourished.

Get Your Glow OnGlowing skin appears healthier than dull skin. I recommend using SPF while outdoors and instead obtaining a glow through the use of a self-tanner or bronzer. The Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer is perfect for giving your face a natural, sun-kissed look.

Get Some Vitamin D | I don’t know about you but I tend to hibernate all winter long. Now that the days are longer, it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy the nicer weather. I struggle with SAD which makes it even more important for me to take advantage of the springtime. If you are feeling healthy mentally, it will make a difference to your physical appearance as well!

6 Beauty Products For Spring

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