I am crazy about bath and beauty product DIYs. I mean, I love the non-DIY ones (with natural ingredients) too. Just breathing deeply in the vicinity of my local Lush shop brings me back to when I was 16 and sitting on their powdery floor in a group interview for a job I was sure would change my life. I didn't ...
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How To Host A Clothing Swap (And Score Second-Hand Clothes For Free!)
Have you ever wondered how to host a clothing swap? Do you ever look into your wardrobe and see a multitude of items that are in great condition, but you just don’t feel like wearing anymore? Sick of spending money on clothes, shoes, jewellery or makeup you’ll only wear a few times and then be back at the shops ...
36 Cute + Cheap Swimsuits You Can Buy Online (for under $35!)
Are you on a quest for the cutest cheap swimsuits on the web? Bathing suit shopping isn't quite what it used to be. Gone are the days of dressing yourself carefully in an easy-to-remove-40-times outfit, scoping out the local surf shops and department stores, lining up with a bunch of teenagers who you just know are ...
Apple Cider Vinegar For Hair and Skin!? Yep, It’s My Top Beauty Secret!
Have you tried using apple cider vinegar for your hair and skin? Listen up ladies! For the past few years I have been searching for the best products to help my hair grow faster while keeping it strong and healthy, and keep my skin blemish-free. I feel like I’ve tried everything! It can get exhausting, plus it's ...
Easy, Budget-Friendly Hair Care Tips for Healthy, Happy Hair
Today I want to talk about budget-friendly hair care. If you had told me a year ago that I would be writing a post about hair care, budget-friendly or otherwise, I probably would have chuckled good-naturedly and patted you on the head like a little pet that I'm fond of. I had no hair care routine to speak of, and no ...
Healthy Summer Hair: Add These 7 Essential Tips To Your Hair Care Routine
Did you know your hair needs extra special care in the Summer months? Sunshine, swimming and sweat are major players during Summer, and all three can wreak havoc on your tresses, leaving them a little less than gorgeous by the end of the season. Thankfully, caring for your hair during the Summer doesn't need to be ...
Cruelty Free Makeup Brands You’ll Love Loving!
It’s pretty crazy to think that testing makeup on animals is still a thing, even though pretty much everyone agrees that animal cruelty is a total no-go. There are so many popular makeup brands — which test on animals — that we still buy from. By doing so, we fund that brand and inadvertently fund their inhumane ...
Preventing Split Ends – 6 Genius Tricks To Try
Split ends are the bane of any long-haired lady's existence. You can pamper your hair with the most high-end products and still be plagued with the little nasties. My husband, Chris, will tell you that one of my most common complaints when we're out in the sun (AKA the most unflattering light for hair flaws) goes along ...
At-Home Teeth Whitening… Does It Really Work? (Giveaway closed)
Disclosure: I received this product complimentary from Smile Brilliant in exchange for a review. The content below is my honest feedback, and the opinions expressed are entirely my own. I was not under instructions or obligations from Smile Brilliant to leave a positive review. This blog post has affiliate links ...
For the Love of All-Natural Locks: Why I Quit Hair Colouring
I made a weird bet with a friend a few years ago. I declared that I was going to stop colouring my (at the time, box-ginger) hair, and she bet me $20 that I wouldn't handle it well - either I would begin to start colouring it again at the first sign of re-growth, or that I would chop it all off to avoid facing years ...
How Bad Do Septum Piercings Hurt? – Septum Piercing Tips and FAQ
It all started around a year ago when I bought a fake septum piercing online for a costume party. I popped it in and thought, this looks alright, and then left it to gather dust with the rest of my unused jewelry. I went through phases where it was all I could think about—I’d constantly look up septum piercing ...