A Guide to Choosing Sunscreen

The sunscreen guide was inspired by Neutrogena.  I received info and press samples to facilitate the post.

A Guide to Choosing Sunscreen

We all know that we should use sunscreen, and we should use it every day.  But, how do we know which sunscreen to use? There are so many formulations on the market nowadays! When I was growing up, spending my whole entire life by the poolside, there was tanning oil and sunscreen.  If you’ve been to a sunscreen display lately, it’s quite mind boggling.

Here’s a rundown of some of the types of sunscreen currently available.  I’m using the Neutrogena line for a reference point.  Why?  They’re affordable and easily found in most areas.  As a bonus, Neutrogena’s sunscreens are regularly ranked at or near the top of polls and independent laboratory testing for both effectiveness and safety.  That’s a total win, right?

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The Benefits of Wine in Skincare

Benefits of Wine was inspired by Vine Vera.  I received press samples to facilitate the post.  All opinions are my own.

The Benefits of Wine in Skin care

In recent years, scientists have discovered that there are many benefits of wine.  Yep, wine is actually good for us, in moderation of course.  It promotes heart health, reduces the risk of diabetes, cuts the risk of stroke and colon cancer, and so much more.  It just makes sense, then, that their would be similar benefits of wine for the outside of our bodies, right?
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An Introduction to Aromatherapy

This aromatherapy introduction was inspired by 21 Drops.  I received press samples.  All opinions are my own.

My mom is kind of a free spirited hippy. She grew up by the beach in Southern California, and falls pretty squarely into what people nowadays call “crunchy.” Because of this, she’s into natural, somewhat holistic methods. Aromatherapy is included in those methods.

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Neutrogena Sunscreen Collection Giveaway #mamalove – US

This giveaway for Neutrogena sunscreen is sponsored by Neutrogena.

Neutrogena sunscreen giveaway

Welcome to the 2nd annual MamaLOVE Giveaway Hop hosted by MamaNYC! Help us celebrate the joys of motherhood — and everything else that comes with the pleasure of parenting. It can be challenging to find a special and unique gift for mom, so our hope is to present some amazing Mother’s Day gift ideas, which you can also have a chance at winning!

Style on Main has a great prize pack.  We want to make sure that Mom stays safe in the sun. To that point, we’ve partnered with Neutrogena to get mom an awesome collection of sunscreens. It includes:

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Mothers Day Gift Ideas | Five Easy Pieces

Some of these Mothers Day Gift Ideas were provided to us as press samples.  Opinions are 100% our own.

Mothers Day Gift Ideas

Mother’s Day is rapidly approaching.  I’m kind of like “Uh, where did the time go?”  I had plenty of time, and now I gotta get it figured out.  However, I still want to get my mama something fantastic.  If you’re anything like me, you might appreciate these Mothers Day gift ideas.

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Introducing Inika Natural Cosmetics

I received press samples of Inika Natural Cosmetics.  All opinions are my own.

Inika Natural Cosmetics Creme Colour line

I love finding out about new and different cosmetic companies.  Especially when these companies that are doing something great for us & the environment.  Inika is one of these natural cosmetics brands.

Never heard of Inika?  Neither had I, until very recently.  Inika’s beginning occurred when it’s founder, Miranda Bond, was diagnosed with endometriosis, and being told she’d likely never conceive a child naturally.  After much research, she changed her lifestyle – including getting rid of endocrine disrupting chemicals.

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Red Carpet Manicure Gel Nails System

I received press samples of the Red Carpet Manicure Gel Polish Pro Kit.  All opinions are my own.

red Carpet Manicure Gel Nails System

Years ago, I used to go once a week on my lunch hour and get my manicure.  Those days have changed, mostly due to there not being enough hours in the day.  I still like to have nice nails, and now, with the availability of the new nail kits, I can get really excellent results doing it myself.

Red Carpet Manicure has a Gel Nail kit that has EVERYTHING you need to get a great manicure at home.  Their Gel Polish  Pro Kit is just the ticket!  It contains everything you need – from the Ultraviolet LED light to cure the gel to a Gel Top Coat that stays shiny for days.

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Low Cal Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

Low Calorie Cinco de Mayo Recipes

Growing up in Southern California, Cinco de Mayo has always been a major time for celebration.  Great food & drinks, mariachi music, and street parties have always been a hallmark of the holiday.  Now that I’m in the Midwest, I have to throw my own Cinco de Mayo parties.  Here are a few recipes for Cinco de Mayo that have been slimmed down on calories, but are still full of flavor.

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$25 Monthly Makeup Challenge | Urban Decay

$25 Monthly Makeup Challenge

We’re building a quality makeup kit for $25 a month with the $25 Monthly Makeup Challenge.

The rules:

Your monthly budget is $25.  You can buy stuff anywhere you want, and buy anything you want, but you have to stay under $25.  If you order online, S/H counts towards your $25.

If you have money left over, you can use it towards the next month’s challenge.  Just like in every other aspect of life, sometimes we have to save up for things we want.

No coupon hauls.  It’s about quality, not quantity.

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