by | Jul 13, 2016 | Fashion |
Hello Beautiful People,
The weather is hot and sticky so when it comes to skincare it needs to work and absorb into my skin.A very important part of my skincare includes Vitamin c. And if you are over 30 Vitamin C is a great for skin suppleness and rejuvenation.
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New York Biology The Ultimate cosmeceuticals Super Vitamin C ascorbic Acid (L) revolutionary anti aging antioxidant formula is a product that I have absorbic been using for about month. The packaging is excellent when it arrived, the stopper was packed separately in the box wrapped in bubble wrap.
New York Biology says that this is the worlds most effective serum, driven by 10% L- ascorbic acid, 3% Magnesium Ascrobyl Phosphate, 0.9% tetrahexyldecyl Ascobate and Tocopheryl Acetate (D-Alpha). Using Triple C technology, the formula has immediate effect, and such effect is long and extensive. It brightens skin , catches free radicals, and helps collagen formation. The serum really doesn’t have a scent and can be used once or twice daily. Directions: Apply drop or two of the Vitamin C serum to the face and neck with your fingertips as it absorbs into the skin.
Highlights of some of the other ingredients in the serum
Aqua, Witch Hazel,Vanilla Planifolia fruit oil,orange peel oil, jasmine oil, sandalwood oil, Rosa Damascena flower oil, soybean oil, Lavender oil and xantham gum. Two ingredients I see a lot in skincare and beauty products in general are Caprylyl glycol and phenoxyethanol. Not two of my favorites but they are at the bottom of the ingredients list so its the least amount on the serum.
Vitamin C Serum
The vitamin C serum contains certified organic ingredients. Really important to me that the serum is made in the USA. It’s not tested on animals.
I cannot really tell if a product is good for me or not in a week. I have been using it every morning and a little goes a long way. I really like how the serum goes on smoothly and makes my face look radiant. I make sure that I put SPF on because its Vitamin C and you never should go out the house without it because its protection for your skin.
If you are allergic to any of the oils or ingredients that were listed you may be able to use a small, however please check with you doctor first.
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This product was purchased at a discounted price in order to write this review.
by | Jul 3, 2016 | Accessories, Fashion |
Hello Beautiful People,
How do you feel about your style for summer right now? It is typically rainy and it can be humid in the summer and into the fall; so being chic and cool is a must for me. Are you looking for style and comfort on those warm days? I know I am. If I am looking fierce but feeling miserable because my outfit doesn’t feel right then I am not confident about myself. I have created a wish list from JD Williams. The company focuses on creating great clothes no matter what size or shape you may be.The styles range in UK sizing from 12- 32, and some styles are available in a size 10. I have included some of my favorite fashion finds that not only makes you feel beautiful, but cool at the same time. An added bonus is that each of the selections can be great transitional pieces as we move into fall.
Floral Maxi extravaganza
Floral patterns make me smile and I receive tons of compliments when I wear them. This Lorraine Kelly maxi dress has a beautiful blush and coral tones which compliments my skin tone. The placement of the flowers flatters the body. The flowers are strategically placed and will elongate the body. I enjoy wearing maxi dresses and I like how the belt cinches in the waist. I could also wear my own white belt for a different look. The belt adds a shape to your body and creates a waistline. For a casual day at work, the maxi dress can be coordinated with a jean jacket and flats. For an evening out with your hubby, change out the flats for some heels or metallic block heel.
Style in Floral
Exotic Prints and jazzy nuetrals
Bold exotic prints are a statement in any season. This dress has a v-neckline which is very flattering on any woman. It can be paired with any color in the dress or it could be with a neutral. I chose this block heel sandal in magenta. The color is striking and brings out the color in the dress. I have accentuated it with a neutral handbag.
Why a neutral handbag? I really want to spotlight the dress and make it the focal point so I opted for a neutral handbag. This dress is great with a light weight cardigan in case you get cold because the air condition may get cranked up in a movie theatre or office. When it is hot outside, but cold on the inside, you will always are prepared to layer. Or as we move into fall, that outfit would be perfect on those cool days.
Exotic prints and neutral highlights
Accentuate your shoulders
The hot trend of the summer is the cold shoulder. Why am I giving you the cold shoulder? The number one flattering body part on every woman is their shoulders. You don’t have to worry about losing weight from your shoulders or nipping or tuck in anything. I added a tassel necklace because its a classic and gives a pop of uniqueness to the outfit. When I started sewing in high school I made a top that had insets in the shoulders and I like how you get to show some shoulder but you are still covered. The Black floral print cold shoulder dress is sexy and elegant at the same time. The dress can go from work to a date night out with the hubby, having fun at the fair to watching fireworks. The open toe booties add chicness, however flats will work as well.
Copacabana fun!
Let’s dance the night away in this cool dress, go to the beach or add a straw hat to a concert in the park to see one of my favorite bands, Duran Duran. The Beach to the Bar dress has a print so unique and different that you will never be at a loss for styling this dress with a jacket, Tied shirt, shawl, or lovely all by itself.The metallic wedge is a neutral or you can add some color by wearing a paired thong sandal. In the fall a cardigan or cropped leather jacket would stretch the length of wearing this maxi dress to all four seasons.
I wanted to share a few style tips with you, no matter what size you may be please take a look at the JD Williams website. The dresses and accessories are on trend, but are not trendy. You can style differently in the summer months and coordinate maxi dresses with boots when the leaves start to change colors in the fall. Having my wish list in your wardrobe creates a multitude of ideas. You will never again look in your closest and say that you have nothing to wear.
If you are on a budget, your money will stretch for you instead of replacing certain key pieces every year.
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by | Jun 29, 2016 | Fashion |
If you’re someone who is beauty product mad, you might be wondering if your love of makeup and bath and body products could be more than just a hobby. Whether you love the idea of reviewing beauty products or creating your own cosmetics, there are lots of ways you can make beauty more than a hobby.
For some ideas and inspiration of ways you can make your love of all things beauty into a career, keep reading.
photo by JTwisdom
Become a makeup artist
If you’re a pro at applying makeup and love trying out new looks, why not consider becoming a makeup artist? This is a fantastic career path that is perfect if you’re a makeup and beauty lover. That being said, it can be expensive to get started as makeup artistry courses can be a little on the pricey side. If, however, you’re willing to work at a beauty counter before becoming a makeup artist, this can be a good route into the industry. Lots of companies, like Clinique and Lancome, offer their staff the chance to train as makeup artists. So although it’s a longer route to the career you want, it could be worth considering.
Make and sell your own makeup
How about creating your own cosmetics line? This might sound like somewhat of a pipe dream, but it is possible, it’s just a case of coming up with a plan and thinking it through properly. If you’ve always loved the idea of creating your own cosmetics, this could be the ideal career opportunity for you. Like all startups it will, of course, take time and money to get started, but it could be a fantastic step to take. All you’ll need are some ideas, suitable cosmetic manufacturers, and a brand name for your business. You’ll then need to decide how you will sell your products – the best option is most probably online via a website and Etsy.
Start your own blog
Another option, if you’re makeup and beauty mad, could be to start a blog. The great thing about blogging is that it gives you the opportunity to test out and review various beauty products. As well as allowing you to collaborate and work with different brands. The great thing about beauty blogging is that if you work on your blog and treat it like a business, it can become one. It might take time, but there’s great potential for your site to become a fantastic income stream. You could even add an e-commerce store to it, selling your own cosmetics products to help boost your income.
Beauty and makeup doesn’t just have to be a hobby; it can be so much more than that. These are just a few ideas, but if they aren’t for you, there are plenty more you can try. Whether you opt to become a beauty blogger and freelance writer or launch your own makeup brand, it doesn’t matter. What’s important is that you find a way that works for you that you can use to make beauty more than a hobby.
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by | Jun 21, 2016 | Fashion |
Hi Beautiful People.
Bee enjoying nectar
Today is the first day of Summer. My hubby was telling me that today is the longest day of the year because of the summer solstice. In Missouri we had some cool days to begin the month, but now it is gradually getting hotter and hotter, mixed in with humid. It was 95 degrees today, with temps topping out at 100 degrees later in the week.
Even though it is hot, the flowers are beautiful and the bees are out ready to pollinate. My hubby snapped the photo above when a bee was feeling drunk in love with our crepe myrtle tree.
With all the flowers so beautifully in bloom, I decided that I wanted to add vibrant color with the dress that I bought on my birthday last month at Ross Dress for Less. In this hot weather, it is the perfect dress to keep you cool. The fabric is 100% cotton and is totally breathable. If you sweet, you won’t see it. This past weekend, hubby and I went to a graduation party and I got quite a few compliments on my new dress. In the picture below, I am in the backyard in front of the crepe myrtle tree. We had two, but only this one survived. I saw how pretty this tree was and I knew we needed to get two for our backyard. The second one never came back after we had a much colder season that normal. I wasn’t sure about this one, but look at it now. Bellissimo!
JT next to Crepe Myrtle tree
When temperatures reach near 100 degrees, I go minimal. I wear fewer pieces of jewelry. I scale down my handbag. My sandals are neutral and have an one and a half inch heel. I paired the dress with a teal shirt jacket just in case I got cold. You never really know how it’s going to be inside so better to be prepared.
Floral-print dresses are fun, elegant and just right for summer. This dress, by London Times, features hibiscus flowers with greenery to make this dress shine.
JT
A floral dress make me smile and the colors in this dress is vibrant and bursting with joy. Don’t be scared of florals;but embrace them.
by | Jun 15, 2016 | Fashion |
Hello Elegant Readers!!
Today, we are introducing a new feature on the blog. We will be including a category that we call “Bible Verse of the Day”. If you have been following our blog for a while or know us personally, you know that my wife and I are deeply rooted in our Christian faith. We want to live our life based on the teachings of Jesus Christ and the stories found in the Holy Bible. Through the years, certain scriptures have stood out and have made a lasting impact on our life – whether from reading through the Bible passages for ourselves; or listening to our Pastor teach from the pulpit. Whatever the case, we have decided to create a new feature on our blog about some of our favorite scriptures and what they mean to us.
The first scripture that we are spotlighting is John 10:10 (NKJV).
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John 10:10 truly speaks to me. As I studied and mediated on it, I learned the reason why Jesus Christ was born into this world. In the first part of the scripture, Jesus speaks about the thief, which we know to be Satan. Satan’s only purpose it to steal, kill and destroy in the Earth realm. But then Jesus speaks of Himself, saying that He has come that we all may have life and have it more abundantly.
Too many times, people want to blame God or Jesus for the evils and the bad things in the earth. For example, when a tornado hits and homes are destroyed; people will say it is an act of God. But if you have studied this scripture, you will know that is not the case. Satan works intently to kill and destroy; and this is one way that he can do it.
Another example, is that when a person has killed in tragic accident or died because of a terrible disease, people want to say that “God took them” or it was “God’s will”. If God spent His time killing people or taking people, why would Jesus be manifested in the Earth realm to give life. Jesus would be doing something contrary to what His Father would be doing. And that is just not possible because Jesus said He came to do His Father’s business.
When I got the revelation of this scripture, it really set me free. When my father died of cancer when I was twelve, I didn’t understand why it happened and I blamed God. I grew up in the Church, but never had the studied the Bible in any kind of way. It wasn’t until later that I began to read and study the Bible for myself and started attending a non-denominal, Bible-based church. John 10:10 was one of the first ones that I remember studying and it lifted a burdens off of my shoulders. I no longer blamed God that my Dad had died. Satan had stole him away in the prime of his life; and left my mother to raise me and my siblings on her own. I was free. Thank You Jesus!!!
Thank you for reading. If John 10:10 is your favorite scripture, leave me a comment and tell me why. Be on the lookout in the future for more scriptures to be added.
And remember that GOD IS FOR YOU!
by | Jun 12, 2016 | Fashion |
Greetings Elegant Readers!
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