Walkin’ on Sunshine: Adore Me Haul

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*Disclaimer: This post is Sponsored by Adore Me. I would like to thank Adore Me for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information, courtesy of adoreme.com

Happy 1st Day of Spring! Today I have an exciting haul to share from Adore Me! I was recently selected to be apart of their Walking on Sunshine Campaign!

Our Story

Adore Me's mission to simply be here for our customers - to respond to our customers and try to serve them as best we can. It's why we were the first brand to offer extended sizing across all our products, and sell a wide range of products in a very wide range of styles and colors. We want to make sure everyone is included.

We launched in 2011 to sell bras and lingerie online. Our CEO, Morgan, saw a big opportunity and started building our team. We brought on Helen, our Chief Design Officer, to build the team that creates the products you've come to love. Over the years we've kept building this team we're incredibly proud of.

We're full of creative minds and strategic thinkers whose talents and passions make Adore Me what it is today, and what it will become in the future. When we tell you our story, we'd like to introduce you to the people who make Adore Me an incredible place and help drive our mission to deliver lingerie that anyone can do anything in.

Nymphadora Contour Plus

This set is so cute with the hearts and demi cup. The bra cup fits well, but I probably could have gone down a size. I went with a DDD incase the bra was too small. If you wear a DD Cup like myself you could probably get your regular size. The bikini panties have a comfortable band with pink hearts. 

Fatima Unlined Plus

I know this set isn't bright in color, but I had to have it. I've been trying to get back into working out and I wanted a comfy bra and undie set. Did you this set is Certified by the Global Recycled Standard (GRS)? This smoothing essential is made with Mipan Regen recycled nylon fiber, which comes from pre & post-consumer waste that conserves resources and reduces energy. Not only is this set is comfortable to wear, it's also made from recyclables. I defined plan on getting a few more of these sets ijntje in future. 

Cinthia Unlined Plus

You can wear this bra with t-shirts, tanks, etc. I picked up a DD bra which fit perfectly. The lace detail on the bra and undies feel so soft. The hipster undies are comfortable and stretchy with cute blue bows.

Clemence Plus

Since the pandemic started I've been living in sweats, and shorts etc to bed. Honestly this is the first time in ages I picked up lingerie for myself. This set is such a confidence booster. I love how Adore Me offers a variety of sizes from xs to 4x so every woman can feel beautiful and confident. This baby blue color is so pretty and perfect for Spring.

Ella Contour Plus

This is another one of my favorite lingerie sets. I love pink and this lingerie set is so girly and flirty. Ladies remember you can buy lingerie for yourself, you don't have to be in a relationship to feel cute and sexy. 

Lilly Unlined Plus

Springtime in Spring can feel more like Summer, so I wanted to get sets that are lightweight including this pink lounge chemise nightie. Honestly you could wear this as dress or jeans depending on your height. The straps stay on my shoulders, but I wish that the straps were adjustable. 

Overall I absolutely love all the items I chose. I also wanted to mention that all the undies have a cotton crotch area. Each of these items are perfect for Spring. Have you purchased anything from Adore Me?

Spring's Coming Makeup

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I don't know about you, but I'm over Winter. I may live in South Carolina were it's hot and humid, but we had our share of cold rainy dreary days this season. I'm ready for warmer weather (not humid lol), bright colors, and sunny days.

These days I don't have many places to wear makeup, but I still love to create makeup looks. Last week I created a brighter and neutral makeup look to get ready for Spring.

You may notice that my face is puffy and my nose is swollen...oh the joys of chronic allergy and sinus problems, but I'm not contouring my face. I'll embrace my puffiness lol! 

Happy Almost Spring! 

Drunk Elephant Protini Powerpeptide Resurf Serum

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*Disclaimer: This post is contains PR Samples from Drunk Elephant E. I would like to thank Drunk Elephant for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information, courtesy of drunkelephant.com

Yesterday afternoon I received the cutest PR Sample from Drunk Elephant! Drunk Elephant sent over their new Protini Powerpeptide Resurf Serum along with one of my favorite creams, Protini Polypeptide Cream. When I opened the box I saw a Acrylic Backgammon Set also adorably named Acrylic Pachgammon Set!

Drunk Elephant Protini Powerpeptide Resurf Serum

What it Does

With its ultra-concentrated blend of 11 peptides, Protini Powerpeptide Resurf Serum delivers plump, bouncy skin while targeting a dull, uneven complexion. The appearance of fine lines, sun damage, and enlarged pores is improved and glow is restored, while powerful water-boosting ingredients (such as snow mushroom extract, sodium hyaluronate, and sodium PCA) replenish hydration levels. Antioxidant-rich, nonfragrant

plant oils and vitamins (tocotrienols, squalane, green tea seed oil, and marula oil) soothe while adding a touch of lightweight moisture to skin.

Since I just received this product yesterday this will be more of first impressions review. Protini Powerpeptide Resurf Serum feels so lightweight and hydrating on my skin. I'm focusing on wrinkle prevention so I thought this would be a great product to use during my Saturday Night Skincare Routine. I've been having really bad sinus and allergy, so using skincare products that reduce dullness is a must for me. When I woke up this morning, my skin still had a healthy glow from last night. I must say I'm quite impressed. Since my skin tends to loose hydration during the warmer months, I definitely will be using this serum. Drunk Elephant is a bit of a splurge. Protini Powerpeptide Resurf Serum costs $82.00, but it's well worth your money.

Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream

What it Does

Protini’s proprietary formula restores younger,

revived-looking skin, almost from the first application. Lines, wrinkles, and signs of sun damage appear reduced, and skin feels strengthened and moisturized.

I've mentioned Protini Polypeptide Cream a few times here on my blog. I've used several of the minis in this version and I love this bigger jar as well. This cream does give my skin a youthful look and it keeps my skin moisturized during the day and night. This has been one of my holy grail products for about 2 years. I did pair this with the new Protini Powerpeptide Resurf Serum and my skin feels both hydrated and moisturized. Protini Peptide Cream is one of my holy grail products to help replenish dry skin. Protini Polypeptide Cream retails for $68.00, and this product is also worth the price!

Last but not least,  let's go back to this "Acrylic Pachgammon Set" I tried playing Backgammon when I young, but now I can't resist learning how to play again with this cute set. Drunk Elephant even included an instruction booklet for the game. The bright colors are so fun and I can't wait to play a game! 

Preventing Wrinkles with DERMA E Anti-Wrinkle Collection

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*Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by DERMA E. I would like to thank DERMA E for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information, courtesy of dermae.com

Back in 2015 a few months before I turned 30, I promised myself that I would look into and start using Anti-Wrinkle products to help prevent wrinkles. Well, I didn't fully keep that promise. Fast forward to now, I've gotten better with using an anti-wrinkle skincare routine. I don't take for granted that I don't have fine lines and wrinkles, but I would like prevent them as long as I can. I can age gracefully without having to worry about wrinkles and fine lines right? Lol

Today I'm going share my step by step DERMA E Anti-Wrinkle Skincare Routine that helps me prevent wrinkles and fine lines.

DERMA E Anti-Wrinkle Cleanser

Our gentle exfoliating, sulfate-free formula washes away dirt, oil, makeup and impurities, leaving skin feeling smooth and youthful.

Since oil, dirt, makeup, and impurities can stip your skin, it's important to use a cleanser that replenish and exfoliate. This is a two in one cleanser because it cleanses and exfoliates without being harsh on my skin. I also like how this cleanser gives my skin a healthy glow after usage.

DERMA E Anti-Wrinkle Toner

Remove impurities, rebalance skin and reduce the appearance of pores with this pH balanced, refreshing toner. Rich in skin-renewing Vitamin A and purifying Marine Plant Extracts, this alcohol-free formula leaves your complexion bright and refreshed.

Lately, I have been reducing the size of my pores by using this Anti-Wrinkle Toner. Allergy and sinus can cause my pores to larger, but thankfully this toner helps my pores look smaller. I wasn't even aware that allergy issues could cause large pores. If you suffer from any sort of allergies you know the impact allergies can have on your skin. Thankfully this toner helps my skin look refreshed. 

DERMA E Anti-Wrinkle Treatment Oil

 

Our fragrance-free, potent concentrated oil blend absorbs quickly to soften and smooth the appearance of dry, aging skin.

Not only do I use this Anti-Wrinkle Treatment Oil during my skincare routine, I also use this oil before I apply my makeup. Over the years I've gone through quite a few of these bottles. I love that this oil absorbs quickly and it doesn't feel greasy. With or without my skin looks healthy and feels so soft when I use this treatment oil.

DERMA E Anti-Wrinkle Renewal Cream 

Our rich high potency Vitamin A cream helps to visibly refine skin helping to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

This cream feels pretty thick on my skin and it absorbs well, so a little goes a long way. Now that I'm 35 years old, I tend to lean toward products that contain Vitamin A because of the benefits for anit aging.

DERMA E Anti-Aging Regenerative Serum

Our anti-aging serum is fortified with Glycolic Acids to gently exfoliate the skin to help diminish the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and dull skin. While a potent antioxidant blend of Vitamins A & E helps to replenish and nourish the skin.

I always try to use a serum after a moisturizer in my skincare routines and I do this with the Anti-Wrinkle collection as well. I love that this serum contains Glycolic Acid that gently exfoliates my skin. Gentle exfoliators are my go to products to reduce a dull appearance on my skin. 

DERMA E Anti-Wrinkle Eye Cream

Get visibly smoother-looking eyes with this nutrient-rich eye treatment. Our luxurious eye gel cream is uniquely formulated with Retinol to reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while Golden Aloe-infused beads, Grape Seed and adaptogen Reishi Mushroom Extracts gently moisturize and protect delicate skin around the eyes from free radical damage, renewing skin for healthy, younger-looking eyes.

Preventing wrinkles under my eyes have been a concern of mine. I don't really have wrinkles under my eyes, but I do have allergies. Allergies can cause me to rub my eyes which can cause dry eyes. Dry eyes can cause wrinkles. I've been using this cream the past few months and I haven't noticed any wrinkles and this eye cream keeps my eye area moisturized.

Overall I find this skincare routine beneficial to preventing fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin A, Glycolic Acid, and Aloe etc. are just a few of the ingredients in these products that helps gives my skin an energized youthful appearance. You can find these products dermae.com

International Women's Day 2021

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If you didn't know March is Women's History Month and today is International Women's Day. Happy International Women's Day Ladies!

When I think of International Women's Day I always think of strong women like my mom and my grandma. I was only 6 when my grandma died, but I do have memories of her. My mom has told me many stories of my grandma and she was a remarkable woman. She was a woman that bore 9 children and was married to my granddaddy for 51 years. She was a homemaker that ran her household on morals, love, and strength. She was heavily committed to her Church, family, and community. 

I mentioned this last month when I return from blog break, If you didn't know on Inauguration Day the hashtag #chucksandpearls were trending for Madame Vice President Kamala Harris. She has been photographed wearing chucks and pearls during campaigning etc. I think this was a great way to support Kamala Harris as she made history. FUN FACT: Those pearls were my grandma's pearls. The pearls belong to my mom now, but she let's me borrow them :)

Dermelect is celebrating Women by asking them to describe themselves with "I Am____"  I'm also featured in the video with a group of amazing women! You can check out the video below.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CMKeGirjto-/?igshid=70qj77ix17fp

Women have made so many contributions to this world.  As you recognize the contributions of women etc, don't forget to celebrate yourself :)

DERMA E Ultra Lift DMAE Collection

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* Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Derma E. I would like to thank DERMA E for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information, courtesy of dermae.com

Two posts in day! For today's second post I'm going to be reviewing a few new products from DERMA E's Ultra Lift DMAE Collection. 

Ferulic Acid Resurfacing Pads

Infused with a unique blend of Resveratrol and Kojic Acid, our single-use, pre-soaked cotton pads remove dead skin cells to cleanse and resurface skin over time. Resveratrol leaves skin firmer and stronger with its anti-aging effects of protecting from free radicals that cause collagen degradation while Kojic Acid has potent anti-aging properties as it helps to address hyperpigmentation as it aids in brightening age, dark or sun spots, and post-breakout marks. Ideal to prep skin prior to Ultra Lift DMAE Concentrated Serum.  

My Thoughts 

These Ferulic Acid Resurfacing Pads are strongly scented, but they work well on my skin. There is a slight tingling on my face when I used these pads, but it's not uncomfortable. Sometimes I have hyperpigmentation on my cheeks, but after a few weeks of using these pads, I've noticed that the dark spots are fading. 

Ultra Lift DMAE Concentrated Serum

Enriched with skin-firming Copper Peptides and anti-aging Resveratrol, our silky, concentrated serum protects against collagen degradation as it nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Antioxidant-rich Kakadu Plum and botanical extracts fight free radical damage while DMAE, nature’s firming agent, minimizes the appearance of wrinkles, leaving skin visibly tightened and toned for a younger-looking complexion.

My Thoughts 

I can definitely feel a tightness in my face when I use this serum. This serum is so lightweight and it does have a silky texture. I been using this serum at night and by morning my skin looks so healthy and youthful. 

Ultra Lift Firming DMAE Moisturizer

Best-selling, dermatologist recommended newly updated clean formula hydrates, visibly firms, lifts, and smooths skin. Our updated DMAE Firming Moisturizer is reformulated with Copper Peptides, known as “facelift in a bottle,” by supporting collagen and elastin health to help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles potent antioxidant Resveratrol, antioxidant-rich Kakadu Plum, and main-stay DMAE (Dimethyl MEA) combine to tone, tighten and brighten. Copper Peptides: Support collagen and elastin health to help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles Resveratrol: Protects the skin from daily environmental stresses to brighten dull-looking skin with its skin-calming properties

My Thoughts 

This moisturizer feels soothing on my skin after I use the serum. I just started using these products, but I have high hopes for them. I don't have issues with firmness of my skin, but I like to use these products as a preventive measure. For older people I think that this is a good alternative to cosmetic surgery since this moisturizer is considered a facelift in a bottle.

Overall I have been enjoying using the Ultra Lift Firming DMAE Collection. These products are good to help firm your skin, prevent wrinkles and fine lines.

Don't forget to check out my first post for todayNew Hair Care Products from DERMA E

New Hair Care Products from DERMA E

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* Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Derma E. I would like to thank DERMA E for sending these products. All opinions are 100% my own. Product information, courtesy of dermae.com

Did you know that DERMA E expanded their hair care line?! Last year I started using DERMA E 's Natural Shampoos and Conditioners and my hair has been so healthy! You can read about my reviews HERE. I was happy to hear that DERMA E was expanding their hair care line. 

DERMA E Scalp Relief Treatment

Formulated with purifying Tea Tree Oil and cooling Menthol, this powerful, water-based scalp relief serum soothes dry, flakey, and itchy scalp. Moisturizing Aloe Vera, Sea Kelp and adaptogen Amla Extracts, combined with our proprietary Herbal Blend (Neem, Burdock and Bearberry), helps promote a balanced and hydrated scalp for optimal health. 

My Thoughts 

I'm going to get straight the point. This Scalp Relief Treatment has been my favorite product this week. I tend to have an itchy scalp, and this product has been so soothing to my scalp and reduced itchiness. As you can see from my photos, I used DERMA E's Scalp Relief Shampoo and Conditioner. I did my regular wash day routine with the Scalp Relief Shampoo and Conditioner. After my hair was semi damp, I parted my hair into sections and added the serum into the parts. I wanted to lock in moisture so I kept my hair sectioned and placed a bonnet on my hair to wear while sleeping for the night.  The next morning my hair was still moisturized and the moisturized was locked in my hair all throughout the next day.

DERMA E Keratin Thickening Spray

Formulated with Keratin and Biotin, our vitamin and protein-enriched spray gives hair an instant lift of volume and height. Adaptogen Chanterelle Mushroom, a powerhouse of B vitamins, conditions the scalp while Rosemary Extract and Therapeutic Mint Oils nourish hair follicles to help promote healthy hair with a natural, touchable feel. 

My Thoughts 

The first thing I notice is the mint scent. It's really strong! I don't mind the scent since I love the benefits of this Karatin Thickening Spray. You can use this spray on wet or dry hair. I prefer to use this spray on wet hair. After I blow dry my hair I noticed that my hair did have a lot of volume. 

DERMA E Bonding Hair Repair Oil

Clean, highly concentrated, weightless bonding oil strengthens, and boosts shine while helping repair damaged hair and minimizing  flyaways and hair frizz for a gorgeous, silky soft finish. Formulated with a unique blend of adaptogen Chaga Mushroom to improve color and hair vitality plus Jojoba Protein to repair damaged hair. Nourishing Amla, Coconut and Mongongo Oils moisturize, strengthen and protect hair, dramatically increasing shine, softness, and color vibrancy. 

My Thoughts 

I've mentioned several times over the years that I have frizzy curly hair. If you have frizzy hair then you already know that your hair is prone to dryness. I've been using this oil on my hair to help reduce frizz, define my curls, and give my hair shine. I've noticed that my hair looks so much healthier when I use this Bonding Repair Oil. I really like this oil because it's lightweight and doesn't feel greasy.

Have you tried any of DERMA E's Hair Care Product? You can find these products at dermae.com and Ulta

 Don't forget to check out the second post for today

DERMA E Ultra Lift DMAE Collection