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Kiehl’s Super Multi-Corrective Cream SPF 30

Sorry for the sporadic posting! My poor old seven year old MacBook just finally bit the dust – RIP. But I am happy to report that I am posting from my brand new, sleek MacBook Air. I love the portability. And the graphics are amazing. There are upsides to putting off an upgrade for long than usual. So pleased with the performance on this new guy!

But back to skin care – today I am happy to share with you guys a multi-tasker that will make your routine a breeze as the summer closes. The newest of the Super Multi-Corrective line at Keihl’s is a cream with SPF but also happens to be a great multi-tasker. Love that for rushed mornings. This isn’t just a moisturizer.

The formula works to correct skin with lifting, firming, sculpting and smoothing. I apply after my serum as a last step before makeup. The texture is relatively thick, but I like that it absorbs well. And I know I will need the added moisture as the temps cool.

Made in the USA. Available at Kiehls.com, and Nordstrom.

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Happy Fourth of July

Anyone else totally confused what day it is? I woke up so late and worried I needed to be in the office. Then remembered it was a holiday. I just know tomorrow I’ll wake up thinking it is Sunday. #longweekendproblems I am off to the pool shortly and excited to try out a load of new SPF from Kiehl’s, Hawaiian Tropic and Coola. This AM, I admit to spending time perusing the amazing sales going on in honor of ‘Merica. Here are some of my favorites:

ASOS: Take up to 50% off a ton of great items.

URBAN OUTFITTERS: Take an extra 30% off all sale items (discount applied at checkout.)

LULU & GEORGIA: Take 15% off of $250 with code SOSWEET15, 20% off of $500 with code SOSWEET20, and 25% off of $1,000 with code SOSWEET25, today through Sunday.

SHOPBOP: Some awesome new sale items just added.

JCREW: 40-60% off final sale items with code LONGWEEKEND.

BANANA REPUBLIC: Extra 50% off all sale items with code BRGOBIG.

CLUB MONACO: Extra 30% off sale styles and extra 40% off clearance with code THESALEONSALE.

LOFT: 60% off sale styles. My work wear favorite spot!

ALLSAINTS: End of season sale – further reductions up to 50% off.

NET-A-PORTER: Final clearance! Enter SALE20 at checkout for an additional 20% off selected items. And don’t miss my favorites from their beauty department here.

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Self Care Step Three: Morning Skin Care Routine

So far, I have shared my Evening Skin Care Routine and my Morning Makeup Routine as part of the long weekend “Self Care” series. I think I am already tired of the term so apologies for the cheesiness. But I am certainly glad it inspired me to share these round ups with you. So as a finale, here is how I care for my skin in the mornings:

1. Drunk Elephant JuJu Bar – I am on a huge Drunk Elephant kick lately, and their bar soaps are blowing me away. This one is slightly more exfoliating. The formula contains thermal mud, 20% glycerin and bamboo powder. Also, soap-free and fragrance-free so my sensitive skin is soothed and not too tight.

2. Clarisonic Sonic Radiance Brightening Solution – I have tried every Clarisonic model and this one is still my favorite. While some might question my using an exfoliating cleanser with a Clarisonic, I’ve found this version is gentle and the brush is much softer. It works beautifully for me so I am going to stick with it.

3. Thayer Witch Hazel – I know I keep mentioning it but this stuff is affordable, gentle and gets my skin super clean and balanced. Just buy it, kay?

4. Drunk Elephant C-Firma Day Serum – Vitamin C as a daytime treatment is a longtime favorite of mine. This light serum is packed with antioxidants and works especially well on UV damage. Speaking of….

5. Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer Physical Defense SPF 30 – I admit that I have gotten a little lazy with SPF this winter. After a balmy afternoon at the beach in Florida last weekend, I ended up a little more bronze than intended. So now I slather this baby on every single morning. Love that there is very little scent and it absorbs quickly.

I realize I am super heavy on the Drunk Elephant lately (especially this post). Clearly, I am smitten. I will follow up with an depth post on the brand later this week. It is a pretty spectacular line especially for those looking for toxin, soap and fragrance-free products.

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Supergoop! Forever Young Hand Cream Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++

Tis’ the season and for me that means loads of hand cream. Working in an office, I am borderline nutso about washing my hands – I really really don’t want to get sick this winter. So you can imagine my little paws get really dried out. While I had been using some more stronly scented versions, I kinda wanted something more work appropriate.

Supergoop! Forever Young Hand Cream Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 40 PA+++ does it all – not a huge fragrance bomb but it smells good nonetheless. It also packs a protection punch. This has been on the forefront of my mind as I am trying to pay more attention to my hands and signs of aging.

I have a dear friend who deals with sun damage on her hands, and I feel like I have stumbled on a perfect holiday present for her. She has always taught me to remember the damage sun can do while we are driving, and this high-powered SPF is perfect to protect against photoaging while on the road.

Above and beyond that, the formula contains antioxidants to keep skin looking young. Sea buckthorn works against sun damage and spots that have already made their way to your hands. And meadowfoam seed and argan oil keeps skin moisturized without being greasy – crucial as I pound away on my keyboard.

And that subtle scent – it includes cardamom, eucalyptus, and tangerine. But to me it just smells natural and clean.

Cruelty-free. Available at Sephora.

Fresh Sugar Tulip Tinted Lip Treatment Sunscreen SPF 15

While I have always loved Fresh and have purchased a few of their lip treatments, I have never managed to accumulate the whole collection. Or even try out every single shade they offer (they are kind of hard to find here in Oklahoma). But I have adored the lemon bar scent and rich balm. And the color is always the perfect tint.

Recently, a new fresh (pun intended) tube landed on my desk in their latest shade. Don’t expect a diminutive color with Fresh Sugar Tulip unlike some of their other versions. Tulip is a strong and bold buildable pink – but the perfect pink (dare I say). It is shocking and sophisticated all at the same time. Despite the time of year, I can’t help but to keep swiping on this cheerful color.

Plus it makes my dry lips feel so so good! Smelling just like a dessert, I get a sugary and lemon scent. The balm is powered by sugar which happens to be a great humectant, sealing in moisture. Meadowfoam, black currant seed and grapeseed also work to nourish and protect. Major bonus points for SPF 15 to shield our most delicate skin from harmful rays.

Samples generously provided by Neiman Marcus as part of the Beauty Ambassador Program. I consult for Neiman Marcus which is affiliated with the Neiman Marcus Group, but as always, opinions are my own.

Dr. Jart+ BB Radiance Beauty Balm

I am on a mission too check out the latest and greatest from Dr. Jart over the next couple of weeks. So stay tuned for thoughts on new BB creams and masks from one of my favorite brands. But one product was such a standout immediately, I couldn’t resist sharing with you guys.

I have had a long love affair with Dr. Jart’s BB Creams. They are truly a best of breed and were the first to hit shelves here in the US. Even my stepmother agrees that they are simply the best out there. There are tons of formulas to choose from but the most recent release jumped to the top of my list.

Dr. Jart+ BB Radiance Beauty Balm does everything a BB cream should do while adding a natural looking glow (if you need a primer on BB creams check out this post here and a another favorite Dr. Jart’s formula here). This moisturizer/sunscreen/serum/tint all-in-one leaves skin looking better, radiant but still natural.

So how does this make my skin so radiant? Hydrogel is encapsulated to add fine pearl powder. This powder brightens the face while still leaving it dewy. Since hyper-pigmentation is my biggest skin beef, I love the addition of brightening ingredients like Snow Lotus, Vitamin Tree Fruit and vitamins.

I add a pea-sized amount to my face and neck. Upon immediately application it can look a little light, but use hands to pat into skin and the color will slightly oxidize, almost as if it adjusts to my skin tone. Because this comes in only one shade, those on the ends of the skin tone spectrum might have a harder time with matching. But those of us in the middle will adore this “best of breed” BB cream.

A solid SPF 30 products skin from damaging rays and the formula is free of parabens, mineral oil, talc, artificial fragrance and petroleum. This BB cream is hypoallergenic, cruelty-free, and dermatologist tested. Available at Sephora.