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Christine
So recently @redken sent me lab samples of a new c So recently @redken sent me lab samples of a new collection, Acidic Bonding Concentrate. They don't have a release date, it's sometime early 2021. I will be stalking their site until that happens. So, this 3 part system (shampoo, conditioner and leave-in treatment) prevents breakage, protects color, intensely conditioners, smooths... the list goes on. And the benefits start from your first use, and then they get better. I am not even joking. This is my hair looking like I've spent a ton of time smoothing as I dry and then maybe even touching up with a flat iron... except that's a rough blow dry with just my fingers. The time savings (and pretty hair) are just unreal, especially if you've neglected your hair like me in the pandemic. I am missing @hairby_tiffanyrose !! Also, I've tried it out, and it appears this is a collection you are best off using all 3 products together. The leave-in alone is good, but the results are best with all 3 used in combination. #hairgoals #redken #beautyblogger
#ad It's finally the day! All members of the @Se #ad It's finally the day! All members of the @Sephora Beauty Insider Program can shop the #Sephora Holiday Savings Event! You can get 10-20% off most items with the code HOLIDAYFUN untill 11/9/2020. This event gives a great discount on most of their items, and it is my favorite perk of Beauty Insider Program Membership. You can also get great things like access to products before they are released, earn points to use towards free products and Beauty Insider Cash…. The list of perks is pretty long, and membership is free. Today on the blog I'm sharing my picks for this year's event. I have some of my favorite hair products, an upgrade for my Dyson Airwrap, and a set of amazing (and non-sticky) lip glosses! Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app to shop this pic via screenshot http://liketk.it/30qQN #sephorahaul #ltkbeauty #ltkunder50 #bblogger #makeup #beauty #liketkit @liketoknow.it
#ad I recently bought a few things to update my be #ad I recently bought a few things to update my beauty look for fall, and these purchases have had a BIG impact! I found a new favorite daily face wash, the perfect berry lippie for fall (it even feels hydrating) and a mascara that really delivers the best of both worlds, both volume and length! All of my new purchases are from @Nordstrom, which means I fully admit to buying a few new tops when I placed my order… Shop your screenshot of this pic with the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app http://liketk.it/2ZjcR #nordstrom #ltkbeauty #ltkunder50 #beauty #skincare #fallbeauty #liketkit @liketoknow.it
#ad Today on the blog I'm sharing a much requeste #ad Today on the blog I'm sharing a much requested post, and update on my typical DIY at home manicure routine. I've tried so many different products over the years, but I keep coming back to the same salon quality brands over and over. And the good news is that you don't need to spend a ton to get them, they're available on @Walmart! My at home routine takes me under 10 minutes (plus some added drying time) and can last for a full week, despite all of the alcohol based hand sanitizer that I use in the hospital. I'm really in love with a dark manicure this fall. I want all the deep purples, reds and berry tones. What are your favorite shades this fall? Shop your screenshot of this pic with the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app http://liketk.it/2Z4bY #beauty #fallmani #ltkunder50 #ltkbeauty #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKunder50
#ad The perfect under eye concealer can be *reall #ad The perfect under eye concealer can be *really* hard to find. Especially if you're like me and over a certain age. More pigmented concealers tend to cake and settle into fine lines, but lightweight products don't hide imperfections as I would like. Have you seen the @Clinique Even Better All Over Concealer + Eraser yet? It comes in 42 shades, all are very easy to blend. It takes me under a minute to apply (with a fingertip!), and my under eye circles are instantly gone. Imperfections are corrected. It lasts over 12 hours without caking or creasing. You can see my before and after pictures here, it takes under a minute to apply, blend and look so much more awake! You can find Even Better All Over Concealer + Eraser at @Sephora. I recommend also picking up the Clinique Pep Start Eye Cream, which has caffeine to tighten under eye bags and is full of peptides to fight aging. Clinique Stay-Matte Sheer Pressed Powder is perfect to apply in a light layer over the concealer. I paired it all with one of my favorite mascaras, Clinique High Impact. Download the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app to shop this pic via screenshot http://liketk.it/2YMek #clinique #makeup #beauty #sephora #ltkbeauty #ltkunder50 #CliniqueEvenBetter #HappySkin @liketoknow.it #liketkit
@lorealparis sent me their new Air Volume Mega Mas @lorealparis sent me their new Air Volume Mega Mascara this week, and I tried it for the first time today. So far this is a major win, natural and high volume lashes without clumps! Perhaps I should have added a bit more color corrector under my eyes. But it’s a Sunday during the pandemic, and this is still pretty good for 43 and a not so great night of sleep last night! Also, my brows are a bit overdue for a shaping. Please ignooore them! Edit to add: now that I think about it, I didn’t put any concealer on at all today. Just my BB cream. Hence, looking tired. I guess I could photoshop, but I’m honestly too lazy to do more than just stand near the window for good light for this picture! 😂 We are enjoying a great fall day outside, resting before the next week of virtual school. You can instantly shop my looks by following me on the LIKEtoKNOW.it shopping app http://liketk.it/2WXas #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKunder50 #LTKstyletip #LTKbeauty
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