Month: April 2020

The Best ACV Shampoo Because You’re Probably Skipping Some Wash Days

It’s long been known that apple cider vinegar can be magic for your hair, balancing out its natural PH, and closing up the cuticles resulting in serious shine. You can DIY a hair mask at home, or you can shop the best apple cider vinegar shampoo out there because really, it’s a lot easier. Not that we don’t have some time on our hands to concoct a kitchen experiment. But you may not be able to get to the store to grab apple cider vinegar, at all. And this way, you can trust there’s the perfect amount of the stuff in each bottle to revive your strands.

Apple cider vinegar has even been known to reduce excess sebum on the scalp and you know what that means: less oil, fewer flakes and less allover itchiness. Any hair type or color can use it but if you’re especially dry or color-treated, look for a gentle formula that also contains soothing ingredients such as oats and avocado oil. These will leave your strands smooth while allowing the apple cider vinegar to work its magic on the scalp.

There’s a good chance while at home you’re washing your hair less and maybe using dry shampoo a little bit more. Use an apple cider vinegar shampoo every few times you wash your hair to remove all the products from the scalp, reinvigorating hair follicles. This has even been known to help reduce hair loss and the damaging effects of overdoing dry shampoo. There are a ton to choose from, including both drugstore and higher-end choices. Shop some of our current favorites, below.

 

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dpHue Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

Fans of this clarifying rinse love the way it removes impurities without stripping the natural oils.

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Wow Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo and Conditioner Set + Hair Revitalizer

This ACV shampoo is so popular, it’s sold out online but we found this set that also includes a coconut oil-infused conditioner plus leave-in treatment. The shampoo has been know to nourish and strengthen hair, while even reducing flakes and dandruff.

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Aveeno Scalp Soothing Apple Cider Vinegar Blend Shampoo

This affordable ACV shampoo doesn’t skimp on quality. It’s a gentle cleanser that’s free of sulfates, dyes and parabens so it’s great for all hair types.

randco acv shampoo

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R+Co Acid Wash Apple Cider Vinegar Cleansing Rinse

Remove days of dry shampoo and soft the hair and scalp. Use this in place of a shampoo or before it.

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John Masters Organics Herbal Cider Hair Clarifier & Color Sealer

This shampoo works by reducing excess sebum and build-up on the scalp for a healthy, fresh feeling.

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Just 50 Photos of Tantalizing Bubble Baths to Inspire Self-Care

Even if the majority of your days are spent working from home, any attempts at relaxation can feel like a side hustle. First, you have to rearrange the space in a way that separates work from play. Next, you have to create a daily schedule that keeps one task from running into the other. And finally (after the many to-dos I probably failed to mention), you have to declutter your mind of whatever is making it difficult to slow down. Thankfully, when all else fails, something as simple as a gang of relaxing bath products (and many, many bubbles) remind us to pencil in some self-care too.

Some of us prefer the hypnotizing sound of ASMR videos. I, on the other hand, live for copious amounts of bubble bath photos. Though making my teeny tub look like a spa-level oasis is le struggle, there are Instagrammers who clearly know how to set a scene and lean into their best angles. If you also need help getting in the mood for a steamy dip, take in a satisfying wave of bubble bath inspo and pick up a couple relaxing bath products for yourself along the way.

Unclench that jaw, relax those shoulders, take a deep breath and dive in.

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Bath & Body Works Linen and Lavender Candle

Bath and Body Works Linen and Lavender Candle

Bath & Body Works.

Lavender is the best smell to take in when you need a “woosah” moment or want to ease yourself into sleep. One of Bath and Body Works’s newest candles combines this scent with essential oils meant to evoke a fresh breeze and clean linen.

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Lush Twilight Bath Bomb

Lush Twilight Bath Bomb

Lush Cosmetics.

What’s an Instagrammable bath tub scene without a dreamy bath bomb from Lush? One of its top-sellers is this fizzy ball infused with lavender oil and tonka.

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L’Occitane Lavender Foaming Bath

L'Occitane Lavender Foaming Bath

L’Occitane.

Obviously, a bubble bath needs bubbles. L’Occitane’s lavender-infused bath formula will leave your skin feeling soft and supple with just a hint of fragrance.

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Haven Teak Bathtub Caddy

Haven Teak Bath Caddy

Haven.

Need your book and cellphone nearby? You might as well set it on a conveniently-placed bath tub caddy where you can also hold snacks and a glass of wine.

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This Works Deep Sleep Bath Soak

This Works Deep Sleep Bath Soak

This Works.

This sleep-inducing bath soak is a combo of lavender and chamomile that will leave you so relaxed, you’ll barely want to do your skincare routine after draining the tub.

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Lexon MINO X Floating Bluetooth® Speaker

Lexon Mino Floating Bluetooth Speaker

Lexon.

If you need to pump the jams to get into a relaxing mood, this small Bluetooth speaker is waterproof so you can let it float in the water next to you.

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Dr. Teal’s Pure Epsom Salts and Bath Bombs

Dr. Teal's Lavender Pure Epsom Salts

Dr. Teal’s.

Sore from a workout earlier in the day? Douse your bath water with plenty of these soothing bath salts to calm muscle fatigue.

Buy: Dr. Teal’s Pure Epsom Salts and Bath Bombs $16.95

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Philosophy Fresh Cream Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath

Philosophy Fresh Cream Shampoo Shower Gel Bubble Bath

Philosophy.

Nothing kills a bubble bath vibe more than having to reach for three different products as you try to relax. This all-in-one formula means you can get everything you need for a head-to-toe cleanse in a few dollops.

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Epica Luxury Spa Bath Pillow

Epica Luxury Spa Bath Pillow

Epica.

Don’t injure yourself in the name of self-care. Keep a pillow on deck to support your neck and back.

Buy: Epica Luxury Spa Bath Pillow $13.50

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The Astor Shhhowercap

Shhhowercap The Astor

Shhhowercap.

If your hair needs to stay dry, your shower cap might as well have a cute design. You never know when the urge for a selfie will call.

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SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Bath Body & Massage Oil

SheaMoisture Coconut Hibiscus Bath Shower Massage Oil

SheaMoisture.

Pour this into your bath or slather your skin in it immediately after–the choice is yours.

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17 Replay-Worthy Beauty ASMR Videos That Hypnotize and Satisfy

In times like these, even the smallest breaks from reality, like beauty ASMR videos, are a godsend. ASMR, short for “Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response,” refers to the tingly feeling that travels from the head down the spine in response to certain sounds, feelings or descriptions. And even if it’s a mere 15-second video, the opportunity to turn your brain off and focus on something inexplicably satisfying shouldn’t be missed.

While there are the classic ASMR videos of nails clicking against a microphone or slime being stretched and smushed, we’re partial to the beauty-centric ones. Makeup application in itself can be so satisfying—we’re talking precise lipstick application, the sweep of a highlighter brush onto a cheekbone, painting glossy eyeshadow onto a lid, swatching glittery pigments; the list goes on.

Of course, we can’t discount some of the more creative ways people have been creating ASMR content using beauty products, like mixing lipstick shades or pouring out bottles of nail polish to create swirls of color and glitter. Are you salivating just from reading this? Because I definitely am.

And then there’s the most obvious example of ASMR that we never knew we had in front of us all along: manicures. How many of us sit and watch, mesmerized by the perfect strokes of polish onto our nails during a trip to the salon? Whether it’s a classic manicure or a fancy work of nail art, there’s no denying nail polish application might be the most satisfying beauty ASMR moment of all.

So take a little break from your day and get ready to be hypnotized and relaxed by some of our favorite beauty ASMR videos below.

1. Face Painting

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That eye gloss slides on so smoothly, we can’t get enough.

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That purple pigment thooooo.

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Painting in the lines never looked so satisfying.

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Obviously, Queen Pat McGrath delivers with some of the best beauty ASMR content.

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Less talky, more glossy.

2. Lippie Heaven

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When the last of the red pigment swipes on perfectly, *chills*.

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Legit cannot look away from the smashing pigments.

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Wait for the gold gloss, and then you’ll really feel those spine tingles.

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Suddenly we’re craving a berry fruit salad.

3. Nice Nails

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Such precise lines. Such satisfaction.

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Obviously we hate to see nail polish go to waste, but we think this is a worthy cause.

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Literally hypnotized by this swirl.

4. Highlighter Heaven

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Found: the perfect glow.

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Currently watching this on repeat.

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Watching that highlighter blend in is the highlight of our day.

5. Serious Swatching

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We’re not sure which swatch in this video is our favorite.

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This multi-chrome shadow is all sorts of satisfying.

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Leah McSweeney’s Tie Dye Sweatshirt

Leah McSweeney’s Tie Dye Sweatshirt With Tinsley

Real Housewives of New York Season 12 Episode 1 Fashion

Considering Leah McSweeney’s sweatshirt in this flashback scene with Tinsley is by a brand we’ve seen her wear a couple of times already (the first time being at BravoCon), I think it’s safe to say that she definitely has a thing for the edgy-cool label. And after last night’s episode I think it’s safe to say that we definitely have a thing for Leah McSweeney, whose edgy-cool personality and style is totally to dye for.

Fashionably,

Faryn

Leah McSweeney’s Tie Dye Sweatshirt

Click Here to See Her Sold Out Off White Sweatshirt

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Tinsley Mortimer’s White Lace Confessional Dress

Tinsley Mortimer’s White Lace Confessional Dress

Real Housewives of New York Season 12 Fashion

The fact that Tinsley Mortimer owns this white lace dress that she wears in her RHONY confessionals this season is honestly not surprising at all, considering we know that she tends to buy the things she likes in multiple colours (we previously reported on her wearing it in yellow). And we’re just hoping for her (or Scott’s?) sake that her $2,263 crystal and faux-pearl embellished headband only comes in one colour, because we’re not sure they’d take coupons for that.

Fashionably,

Faryn

Tinsley Mortimer's White Lace Confessional Dress

Tinsley Mortimer’s Neon Yellow Lace Dress

Click Here to Shop Her Jonathan Simkhai Dress on Sale

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Click Here to Shop it in Orange on Sale

Click Here to Shop Her Dolce & Gabbana Headband

Photo #2: @TinsleyMortimer

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