Monday, June 30, 2014

Motivational Monday! ~ 6/30/14

Hey guys!

Today was a big day for me...I can feel it...

So here's a quote that sums it all up! Have a great week!!

Can I get an amen?!

Remember to have a positive day! :)

Hugs,
Lauren

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Monday, June 23, 2014

Motivational Monday! ~ 6/23/14

Hey guys!

I had a work hard/play hard kind of weekend. I cleaned my basement Friday night and Saturday, then went to a drive in movie with my best friend Saturday night, then had a fun date day and business meeting Sunday. Just trying to live life to the fullest all around!!

Have an awesome week guys <3


Thought this was fitting. Dream big, but don't stop there! Do something about those dreams!!

Remember to have a positive day! :)
 
Hugs,
Lauren

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Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Product Review: Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Skin Exfoliant

Hey guys!

I noticed while getting ready to prepare this week's Motivational Monday that I haven't written a full-length blog post in a while. Well, it's time to change that!!

Today I'm going to be reviewing the Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Skin Exfoliant. I have a decent sample size at .25oz or 7.5g. The full size product retails for $78 for a 2oz or 60g bottle at the Dr. Brandt website. So the sample size offers 1/4 of the size that can be purchased.

I received this product in my April 2014 Ipsy Glam Bag. You can sign up for these sample bags that also occasionally offer full size products for $10 a month HERE. You will receive 4-5 deluxe samples each month.

My first impression was that I was glad to see a decent size sample of this product in the bag since although at the time I didn't know the specific price, I knew it had to be a high end product.

On their website, the product claims it "polishes away dead skin cells, leaving skin radiant". It was also a 2012 Allure Best of Beauty Award Winner for Best Scrub.

I prefer using this product while I'm showering since my pores will be open from the steam. I use it once a week, two tops. Remember I have acne-prone, combination skin. I take only a little bit of product, since it's a pretty abrasive scrub and I have sensitive skin, and apply it all over my face in circular motions to massage the product over my face for a good couple minutes. It has a strong citrus scent, which isn't my favorite thing since I dislike citrus scents and tastes, but it's bearable. Once the scrub is rinsed off my face, there is an immediate cooling sensation that lasts only a couple of minutes. It can be refreshing to some or irritating to others, depending on your preference. I personally don't mind it. I also notice how soft my skin feels. Although, I have had similar results with smooth skin resulting after other scrubs, even from the drugstore.

Here are a couple other scrubs I like to use that offer similar results:

If you'd like more on my opinion on the Michael Todd scrub, that blog post review can be found HERE.

In the end, I do enjoy using this product and I feel like it gives me good results for what it's claiming to do. However, I will not be repurchasing it because although you only need a little bit of product for each use, the price tag is just too steep for a 20 year old college student. I'm sure I will still enjoy my decent sized sample for a while to come.

dr. brandt microdermabrasion  
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I hope you guys enjoyed this review and found it helpful in your pursuit to find the perfect facial scrub for you! :)

Remember to have a positive day! :)

Hugs,
Lauren

Monday, June 16, 2014

Motivational Monday! ~ 6/16/14

Hey guys!

Today is the first day I had to call out sick at work because I've been battling some sort of stomach bug. I'm headed to the doctor today so here's hoping I get some relief - and quick!

Have a great week, everyone! xoxo

Dreams are great but they'll only become reality through taking action!

Remember to have a positive day! :)

Hugs,
Lauren

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Monday, June 9, 2014

Motivational Monday! ~ 6/9/14

Hey guys!

I hope you're having a great beginning of the week! The weather is finally starting to really feel like summer here in CT - which is both good and bad, but I'll take it over winter! ^_^


"Above all else, to thine own self be true." - BOOM, you just got TWO Motivational Mondays! ;)

Remember to have a positive day! :)

Hugs,
Lauren

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Monday, June 2, 2014

Motivational Monday! ~ 6/2/14

Hey guys!

I didn't forget this week! LOL - hope everyone got their week off to a great start! ^_^

Something that once made you happy is never wasted time.

Remember to have a positive day! :)

Hugs,
Lauren

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