Month: April 2020

These Fragrances Prove Florals Are Groundbreaking — No Matter the Season

When it comes to fragrances, no one should put florals in a corner. Though some might write them off as too girly or innocent, these perfumes are anything but one-note. In fact, our favorite floral fragrances embody intriguing dichotomies — they’re light and warm; they’re citrus-y and musky. And at the heart of each of them is a delicate and sophisticated set of middle notes rooted in soft and sultry blooms.

The best floral fragrances lure the senses. When paired with spicier notes, they can convey a feisty spirit. Lighter interpretations with notes of fresh spring can read as more approachable. Warmer notes like amber and sandalwood provide a sensuous depth. Whether you’re in need of a signature daily fragrance, something a bit more seductive for a night out or just want something that reflects your relaxed outlook, these perfumes deserve your attention.

The options for florals are truly endless, proving once and for all that they really are groundbreaking for spring — and every other season too, for that matter. These are a few of our favorites worth adding to your own arsenal.

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Whoa—This Might Be the Biggest Marc Jacobs Beauty Sale Ever

There are some brands and retailers we can count on for sales and others that discount products pretty rarely. Thanks to the Marc Jacobs Beauty Closet Sale, you can stop up on the brand’s luxe makeup at prices cheaper than we’ve seen in a long time. We’re talking up to 60 percent off foundation, lipstick, eyeliner, eyeshadow palettes and more—at least until it all sells out. While a lot has sold out already, there are still a ton of goodies to shop.

Lipstick fans should jump on these offerings since there are more than 25 color and finish options including high-impact cream shades and high-shine gloss and liquid lip crayons. Finish your look with bold and bright eyeshadow, ultra-thin eyeliner and rosy blush. You can stock up on essentials too, including full-coverage foundation you’ll wear all year round. This isn’t just a spring sale even though there are spring-ready colors. There’s something for everyone. Shop some of our favorites, below.

 

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O!Mega Eyeshadow

There are a few gorgeous shades of this 12-hour longwearing gel eyeshadow on sale for more than $10 off.

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Le Marc Lip Crème

All 33 (!) shades of this creamy lipstick are half off.

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Air Blush Soft Glow Duo

Choose from three different blush duos (two are already sold out!).

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Re(marc)able Full Cover Foundation Concentrate

There are still some shades of this full-coverage foundation on sale for less than $30.

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Fineliner Ultra-Skinny Gel Eye Crayon

Fans go crazy for this 2mm eyeliner that gets thisclose to your lash line.

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Twerk Like No One’s Watching With These Free Dance Workouts

There’s a cardio workout and then there is a dance cardio workout. Guess which one I like more? Besides my standing date with an outdoor jog every week, my favorite way to break a sweat in the house is by throwing on my favorite pair of biker shorts, a matching sports bra, and queueing up one of the best free dance workouts. Nothing beats trying to twerk and drop it low like Megan Thee Stallion in the comfort of my own home. If only my knees were as strong as hers.

But wishful thinking aside, YouTube is where you go for an introduction to belly dancing, Zumba, Bollywood, and literally every other dance style you can think of. Though dancing is a workout in and of itself, I appreciate choreography combined with exercise moves or methods, like HIIT (high-intensity interval training) and yoga. If you’ve yet to make plans for the next few days—besides binging yet another Netflix show—here are some free dance workouts to get you moving off the couch.

Pamela Rief 15-Minute Dance Cardio Workout

A quick, calorie-burning workout for people on a time-crunch.

Selena Watkins 30-Minute Caribbean Workout

Grab a flag and turn up in your living room to this soca-inspired workout.

Afrifitness Afrobeats Dance Workout

Leave ample time for a warm-up and cool down before getting your heart rate up with this Afrobeats dance party.

Dance #LIKENINA

Actress Nina Dobrev joined forces with Reebok and Les Mills for this 40-minute jam sesh.

Strong by Zumba 30-Minute Class

A head-to-toe workout that blends strengthening poses with Zumba dance moves.

Leilah Isaac Flat-Belly Standing Abs

Activate your sexy with this 15-minute belly dancing workout.

Dance With Deepti Bollywood Dance Fitness Workout

Pretend you’re on the big screen with this medium intensity, low impact workout that’s actually Bollywood-inspired choreography.

Joseph Corella’s 567 Broadway Cardio Dance to Annie

Sweating to the oldies—Broadway oldies, like Annie, to be more specific. Jazz hands!

SassClass #SassAtHome

It’s getting hot in here, literally and figuratively, if you decide to take on this sexy stiletto workout at home.

305 Fitness Lit Hip Hop Dance Workout

The dance studio is doing live (and free) YouTube workouts every morning and evening, but you can also hit play on one of their many hip hop circuits.

MYLEE Dance Dua Lipa – Don’t Start Now Workout

MYLEE workouts make you feel like you’re in an actual music video.

Fit Body by Ashley

This one-hour cardio workout is not for the faint of heart. Prepare to sweat.

The Studio by Jamie Kinkeade 20 Minute Dance Cardio HIIT Workout

I need to catch my breath after just watching this 20-minute cardio blast.

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Nicole Steen Tone N Twerk Dance Workout

If you have an Amazon Prime membership, this toning workout is free to play over and over so you can master some booty moves.

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3 No-Nonsense Ways to Trim Natural Hair at Home

If you haven’t done it, you’ve at least thought about how to trim natural hair at home. I’m sure you know this is a job for your stylist, but when the salon is closed and you’re looking in the mirror like, “who dis?!,” drastic measures must be taken. In this case, that means pretending shears are your specialty and hoping you don’t cut too much or end up with a lopsided ‘do.

First things first, please don’t try to give yourself an America’s Next Top Model-level makeover. Like an at-home fade or short crop, the goal of a DIY trim should be to simply clean up your look and nothing more. In the case of textured hair, expert hairstylist and African Pride Brand Educator Robin Groover recommends focusing on the removal of split ends.

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Ahead, a three-step guide to trimming your hair, minus the anxiety. (Be sure to treat your hair to a moisturizing mask or cleanser afterward too. Also avoid cutting your hair while it’s wet to see its true length and how short or long you want to go.)

STEP 1: Identify Split Ends

You’ll know it’s time to nix split ends when your hair is generally unruly, even as it’s styled to precision. “The shape is no longer crisp or sharp when the hair is styled smooth and/or straight,” says Groover. “The split ends create knots for curls and coils on the ends. And as a result, the hair will often break on the ends resulting in length stagnation.”

STEP 2: Trim Hair Based on Curl Pattern

For wavy hair: “Braid each section. Hold the twist or braid at zero degrees, closest to the shoulder area, and snip the less dense strands. It’s easier to do frequent tiny trims than trying to cut at once.”

For curly hair: “Section the hair into 6-8 sections and twist or braid each section.  Smooth the hair into a straighter form with a blow dryer or air drying, then brush for a more even texture. This helps the form to be more even for better precision. Twist each section. Hold the twist at zero degrees, close to the shoulder area, and snip the less dense strands.”

For coily hair: “Section the hair into 6-8 sections and twist or braid each section.  Hold the hair into a straighter form and create a straighter panel with an ionic blow dryer. This helps the form to be more even for better precision. Twist the hair in each section. Hold the twist at zero degrees, close to the shoulder area, and snip the less dense strands. It’s easier to do frequent tiny trims than trying to cut at once.”

STEP 3: Split End Care

Prevention is best when it comes to split ends. The math is simplei 3 No Nonsense Ways to Trim Natural Hair at Home—smarter treatment leads to less breakage. “Monitor the cycle of unruly hair when it’s time for a trim. Once you have identified the time period, be proactive with scheduling an appointment to get ahead of any damage,” adds Groover. “And, be very careful detangling the hair when styling.”

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One of her favorite treatment combos includes pairing a leave-in, like the African Pride Moisture Miracle Leave-In Conditioner with an oil, like the Moisture Miracle 5 Essential Oils.

 

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“I mix the two and then paint the mixture on the ends of the hair for 20 minutes before rinsing,” she says.

Keep calm and snip safely.

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These Vitamins and Supplements from QVC Will Help You to Look and Feel Amazing

These Vitamins and Supplements from QVC Will Help You to Look and Feel Amazing

Most of us associate QVC with high-quality, yet affordable, fashion, lifestyle and skincare products. But, what you may not know is that they also offer a range of vitamins and supplements.

Today, I wanted to share a few vitamins and supplements that you may want to check out on QVC.

Check out all of the vitamins and supplements mentioned in this article on the QVC website.

Below you will find my personal choices for vitamins and supplements.

Incorporate Collagen Into Your Routine

Our bodies produce collagen in abundance when we are young, but, unfortunately, its presence starts to decline with age. This reduction in collagen can result in the skin becoming thinner.

Here are a few collagen supplements that are available from QVC.

This Glotrition Collagen Peptide Drink Mix includes Verisol bioactive collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid, biotin, vitamine C, resveratrol, and cold-press fruit powders.

This delicious crystalline powder blends easily with water to form a tasty and nutritious liquid collagen drink. You’ll also receive a glass bottle to make preparing your peptide drink even easier.

Next up is Dr Denese Firming Facial Collagen Eye Cream.

This lightweight, anti-aging beauty product formulated with soluble collagen, ceramides, shea butter, cocoa butter, squalene, hyaluronic acid and peptides. This cream helps to improve the appearance of dry lines and wrinkles.

I have used Dr Denese products and they feel luxurious and comfortable. 

Algenist GENIUS Liquid Collagen contains alguronic acid, a unique patented naturally occurring compound from microalgae, microalgae oil, niacinamide, vitamin B3, peptides, Matrixyl 3000 and collagen amino acids. You can get it as a single shipment or on auto-delivery.

Help Increase Your Daily Intake of Protein

Protein is one of the major nutrients our body needs every day. One easy way to add protein to everything you eat is with ultrafine, flavorless protein crystals from ReBody. These crystals are easy to sprinkle onto your favorite snacks and dishes. It is a convenient, versatile way to add protein to your diet.

Consider These 3 Vitamins

Turmeric, a spice in the ginger family, is a ubiquitous component in Asian cuisine… including my favorite Indian curries. QVC features Andrew Lessman’s Turmeric 400, which includes turmeric root extract.

Vitamin D3 for Bone Health

Andrew Lessman’s Vitamin D3 vitamins includes calcium and magnesium, because of their shared role in bone health.

Consider Magnesium

Magnesium is an important mineral. It helpssupport strong healthy bones.

Featured on QVC, Andrew Lessman Calcium-Magnesium Intensive Care is a magnesium supplement, which also includes Vitamin D3 and Boron, a trace mineral that is also important for the development and maintenance of healthy bones and joints. This supplement can be ordered in quantities of 60, 250, 500 and 1000.

Check out QVC’s entire range of vitamins and supplements here.

What vitamins or supplements do you take on a regular basis? Why? Are you a fan of QVC?

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