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Products

Newest Technology in Tinted Self-Tanning @vitaliberata

Now that the warmer weather is here (and bathing suit season is here as well) a little color on your skin from a bottle would be a nice! Self-tanning from a bottle has changed over the years and it’s more natural looking now as many companies have come up with their own formulations for tanning lotion. What I like best about Vita Liberata is their anti-aging benefits in the lasting tinted tan lotion and the luxury gradual build face tan lotion.  They are both self-tanners but with anti-aging benefits all in one.  Unlike other self-tanning lotions which fade after a few days this one lasts (going on a week so far!) The tinted tan lotion gives an instant bronze look and then develops into a tan over 4-8 hours. It also dries pretty quickly. It also seems to fade more naturally then other self-tanners, plus there is no odd smell and it is moisturizing. Make sure you use their tanning mitt as it helps to smooth out the lotion and you will not have tanner on your hands. (it does dry quickly so you wont have time to wash it off!)

The gradual build untinted face tan lotion is very moisturizing so you can use this in place of your regular moisturizer and it provides a subtle glow. Facial self-tanners can be tricky and in my experience testing them out is always a big what if and I’m always wondering, “what color will it look like??” But this one provides a very natural glow. You can use it until you achieve the perfect color for you – so light or dark – whichever you prefer.

Vita Liberata has other tanning lotions as well so check them out!

Disclosure: The company sent me the above products to review. All opinions are my own.

Vita Liberata self tanning lotion is a great anti-aging self-tanner
Vita Liberata self tanning lotion is a great anti-aging self-tanner

 

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makeup Nail Polish personal Products

A few items for your beach/pool bag @ILovePacifica

Memorial Day weekend was great and I even had the pool bag packed and ready to go.  All the essentials were ready: sunscreen, reading materials, towels. But I was missing a few items. But thanks to Pacifica I have these must have items for the beach/pool bag.  One of my favorite lines is Pacifica.  An eco-friendly line of fragrances, cosmetics and even candles their products are just great. They now have nail polish in really fun colors. Actually they have 25 shades to choose from on the Pacifica site.   The nail line does not contain any harsh chemicals or parabens so it’s perfect for my tween girls. They love the nail colors, especially the Amethyst Castle and Nirvana ones we tested out. Also great to toss in your beach/pool bag, especially if you are headed out for the evening after a day on the sand or in the pool are the coconut water cleansing wipes. The pre-moistened towelettes smell so nice and are really refreshing. The solid perfume is great to throw in the bag too as you won’t have to worry about a bottle breaking and their enlightened gloss and creamy lip butters come in really nice colors for the summer. Both the lip shine and the butter are really hydrating. Check them out.

Disclosure: The company sent me the above products to test out and review. All opinions are my own.

Fun must have items for the beach and pool bag from @ILovePacifica
Fun must have items for the beach and pool bag from @ILovePacifica

 

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makeup Nail Polish personal Products

A few items for your beach/pool bag @ILovePacifica

Memorial Day weekend was great and I even had the pool bag packed and ready to go.  All the essentials were ready: sunscreen, reading materials, towels. But I was missing a few items. But thanks to Pacifica I have these must have items for the beach/pool bag.  One of my favorite lines is Pacifica.  An eco-friendly line of fragrances, cosmetics and even candles their products are just great. They now have nail polish in really fun colors. Actually they have 25 shades to choose from on the Pacifica site.   The nail line does not contain any harsh chemicals or parabens so it’s perfect for my tween girls. They love the nail colors, especially the Amethyst Castle and Nirvana ones we tested out. Also great to toss in your beach/pool bag, especially if you are headed out for the evening after a day on the sand or in the pool are the coconut water cleansing wipes. The pre-moistened towelettes smell so nice and are really refreshing. The solid perfume is great to throw in the bag too as you won’t have to worry about a bottle breaking and their enlightened gloss and creamy lip butters come in really nice colors for the summer. Both the lip shine and the butter are really hydrating. Check them out.

Disclosure: The company sent me the above products to test out and review. All opinions are my own.

Fun must have items for the beach and pool bag from @ILovePacifica
Fun must have items for the beach and pool bag from @ILovePacifica

 

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skin care

Memorial Day Must Haves: Sunscreen

Memorial Day is almost here! What are you going to pack in your bag this weekend? (hopefully it’s a beach or pool bag)  SUNSCREEN!  This week on the trendymommies.com report on 980 WCAP-AM we were talking Memorial Day and sunscreen. Got a favorite?  Below are my favorites.  Be smart and use that sunscreen and apply often. For more tips head on over to mindbodygreen.com where the founder of Babo Botanicals wrote a great article about being smart about sunscreen and tune in to my show!

 

My Favorite sunscreen from @supergoop @babobotanicals @ilovekissmyface
My Favorite sunscreen from @supergoop @babobotanicals @ilovekissmyface
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Events

It’s Back: Yoga at Fenway June 8 #FenwaYoga #RedSoxMoms @RedSoxFund

We all love baseball and Fenway Park (and especially attending games!) But if you are looking for something unique and fun to do at Fenway that also raises money for a good cause attend Yoga at Fenway! The Red Sox Foundation is holding its second annual yoga sessions at Fenway Park on Sunday, June 8th. You can register for $25 at fenwayoga.com and each participant must raise a minimum of $250 for the foundation. #FenwaYoga will raise funds for two of the foundation’s cornerstone programs, the Red Sox Scholars Program and the RBI Youth Baseball and Softball Programs.

There will be two classes along the warning track and will be taught by celebrity yoga instructor Mandy Ingber, creator of Yogalosophy. The two morning classes will take place at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. and are geared towards all levels of experience.

I was invited along with a group of bloggers to attend an exclusive preview of #FenwaYoga for the #Red Sox Moms Club and what an experience! We all had so much fun and it was a great workout in the best of venues! I think you can tell we had a good time from these great photos.

You can find out more information on the event here  AND Especially for trendymommies readers: use promo code REDSOXMOM to receive $10 off the registration fee.

 

Enjoy Yoga at Fenway Park June 8 #FenwaYoga #RedSoxMoms
Enjoy Yoga at Fenway Park June 8 #FenwaYoga #RedSoxMoms
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Products

Prep your skin for the summer @josie_maran @QVC

Summer is right around the corner so that means its time to exfoliate and self-tan that skin!  The products I love to use to prep the skin for the summer (and really to use the whole year) are these must have’s from Josie Maran.  They have an amazing sugar balm body scrub that will help prep the skin for your self tanner. It smells great and works.  The Argan Tan Extending Body Lotion is great to keep your self tan looking good and to make it last a bit longer. It also smells great and is extra moisturizing. As you know the best way to make your self tan last is to keep up with the moisturizer.  For your beach bag don’t forget to pack the Bear Naked Wipes and the Argan Color Stick.  This color stick can be used on lips and cheeks – anywhere you want a hint of color. It is organic, chemical free and it conditions the skin as well as provides anti-oxident protection. Check it out!

Disclosure:  QVC so nicely sent me the above products to review. All opinions are my own!

Get your skin beach ready with great products from @josie_maran available at @QVC
Get your skin beach ready with great products from @josie_maran available at @QVC

 

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body wash Products

Finally! natural line/nicely scented beauty products @yestocarrots #yestomovement

I really believe not all beauty products are created equal. In my quest to find products that 1. work  2. smell good and 3. are more natural, well that has been hard.

That is why I love the Yes line.  Yes to carrots is a natural line of fine beauty products for hair, body and face that really works.  There are five, fun product lines:  cucumber, grapefruit, blueberries, tomatoes and carrots.

I tested out (along with my girls) the following:

Yes to cucumbers eye make-up remover pads and facial towelettes – Yes, we all want to jump on the bandwagon of these easy to use pre-moistened towelettes but have you noticed that some really sting and don’t do the job? That is why I love the yes to cucumbers as they are soothing, smell great and the girls love them too.  (a little too much as they used all 30 wipes in about three days!) These make a nice addition to the middle school locker for a quick refresher during the day.  The eye make-up remover pads are very effective at removing tough make-up and as my 7th grader says – “they work so good” – especially for theater make-up removal. I also like how you do not have to rinse!

Yes to blueberries hydrating body wash – I do like how the lines are free of petroleum, SLS and paraben free!  The blueberry ultra hydrating body wash is great for dry skin, has a blueberry, lavender scent and did you know blueberries are a natural anti-oxidant? This also has shea butter in it – so yummy for your body. One of the nicest body washes I have used in a while.

Yes to grapefruit daily facial scrub – My 12 year old wanted a facial scrub/cleaner  with little beads in it, but all that we saw in the store had yucky ingredients and some of the more natural lines she turned her nose up at them- “they all smell bad” she said! I handed her the yes to grapefruit daily facial scrub (did not tell her it was paraben-free and 99% natural) and she said, “this smells awesome and it has the little beads in it that I wanted”  This is rich in vitamin C and it has lemon balm in it to calm and repair damaged skin.

Check out the complete line here.

Disclosure: The company sent me the above products to test out and review. All opinions are my own.

Say Yes line
Say Yes line

 

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body wash Products

Finally! natural line/nicely scented beauty products @yestocarrots #yestomovement

I really believe not all beauty products are created equal. In my quest to find products that 1. work  2. smell good and 3. are more natural, well that has been hard.

That is why I love the Yes line.  Yes to carrots is a natural line of fine beauty products for hair, body and face that really works.  There are five, fun product lines:  cucumber, grapefruit, blueberries, tomatoes and carrots.

I tested out (along with my girls) the following:

Yes to cucumbers eye make-up remover pads and facial towelettes – Yes, we all want to jump on the bandwagon of these easy to use pre-moistened towelettes but have you noticed that some really sting and don’t do the job? That is why I love the yes to cucumbers as they are soothing, smell great and the girls love them too.  (a little too much as they used all 30 wipes in about three days!) These make a nice addition to the middle school locker for a quick refresher during the day.  The eye make-up remover pads are very effective at removing tough make-up and as my 7th grader says – “they work so good” – especially for theater make-up removal. I also like how you do not have to rinse!

Yes to blueberries hydrating body wash – I do like how the lines are free of petroleum, SLS and paraben free!  The blueberry ultra hydrating body wash is great for dry skin, has a blueberry, lavender scent and did you know blueberries are a natural anti-oxidant? This also has shea butter in it – so yummy for your body. One of the nicest body washes I have used in a while.

Yes to grapefruit daily facial scrub – My 12 year old wanted a facial scrub/cleaner  with little beads in it, but all that we saw in the store had yucky ingredients and some of the more natural lines she turned her nose up at them- “they all smell bad” she said! I handed her the yes to grapefruit daily facial scrub (did not tell her it was paraben-free and 99% natural) and she said, “this smells awesome and it has the little beads in it that I wanted”  This is rich in vitamin C and it has lemon balm in it to calm and repair damaged skin.

Check out the complete line here.

Disclosure: The company sent me the above products to test out and review. All opinions are my own.

Say Yes line
Say Yes line

 

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food

Healthy and Tasty Gifts For Mother’s Day? @Edible

Mother’s Day is almost here!  For those of you who need a reminder (men out there…) It’s this Sunday, May 11th.  What do most moms want? Something thoughtful?  Yes.  flowers again? No. If you can’t figure out what sweet treat to get for mom this year,  I know what I just received that was tasty and good for you – an arrangement from Edible Arrangements.  They are so good that be warned…once you open it up it will be gone in a flash! 

I wanted to open up the arrangement so I could take a photo so you all could see how it arrived very nicely presented. Oh, so I couldn’t resist taking just one chocolate covered strawberry. I wrapped it back up and put in the refrigerator in the garage and got back to work. Then I was thinking about how good that strawberry was….so I went back to the garage and unwrapped it again taking another…. this went on a few more times! Then my younger daughter arrived home and I wanted to show her the bouquet. Well, she just had to taste it too..(she loves fruit!)  All in the family agreed it was yummy (but there was no way this would last until Sunday for the table decoration!) But we did enjoy it! 

The Mother’s Day Bouquet™ featuring an assortment of chocolate-dipped strawberries, heart-shaped pineapple and other fresh fruit favorites is a great gift that makes everyone in the family smile.  All of their arrangements are made fresh in local stores daily and available for same day delivery. You can order by calling 877 Do Fruit or visit their web site at edible arrangements.

Yummy Mother’s Day Bouquet™ from Edible Arrangements
Yummy Mother’s Day Bouquet™ from Edible Arrangements

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disclosure:  Edible Arrangements sent me the bouquet to sample. Of course we ate it all…. All opinions are my own!