Family Fall Pictures 2015

       Y'all, I'm completely obsessed with how amazing our fall family pictures came out with Erika Mason Photography! She is truly talented! I first saw her work a while back and completely fell in love! I knew from that moment I wanted her to be our family photographer. I was completely thrilled when she told us she was able to fit us in her busy schedule. We planned to have our pictures taken two weeks ago, but it was cloudy and humid. We decided to cancel and I am so glad we did! We rescheduled for last week, and the weather was perfect. She knew just how to position us so that the sun can shine through giving us a perfect background. She was so patient with our little Riley who did not want to smile. I can not wait to have many more sessions with Erika in the future! Her work will take your breath away!

Jordan:

 Sweater- Old Navy

 Jeans- American Eagle

Myself:
 Dress- Groopdealz
 Scarf- Wetseal (last year)

Riley:
 Bow & Headband- Bee & Binx
 Dress- Carter's
 Vest- Old Navy
 Icings(Ruffle bottom leggings)- Sew Sassy

Dry Brushing Your Way to Glowing Skin

 

    I've recently heard about dry body brushing through Pinterest (you know that website all us women are addicted too)! I thought to myself, how can brushing my skin really make such a big difference and make it glow? I began researching the different benefits and how it actually works. The more I read the more I wanted to give it a try. So I did, and I can't even begin to describe how different I feel. The first benefit of dry skin brushing (and probably my favorite) is it could possibly reduce the appearance of cellulite. Dry skin brushing increases circulation to the skin that in return would reduce the appearance of cellulite. People spend hundreds and thousands of dollars to remove cellulite. This process is much cheaper and includes health benefits as well. Dry brushing also helps to get rid of nasty skin cells that are sitting on top of your skin revealing brighter, more beautiful skin. Dry body brushing also helps blood circulation and cleaning your lymphatic system allowing your body to detox in a healthy, natural way.

     Convinced yet? I'm pretty sure your feeling the same way I was. Now your thinking, what do I do? It's very easy! I prefer dry brushing in the morning because it rejuvenates me and helps me to feel better throughout the day. To dry brush, your skin must be completely dry. Start at the feet and move upward in long strokes towards the heart. Keep brushing upward until you reach your heart. For your arms, you will start at the hands and work your way to the heart as well. I'm a visual learner and no matter how many times I read the directions, I needed to watch a video to understand. Luckily, YouTube has a video for everything! Click here for the video. 

     I hope you enjoy the wonderful benefits of dry body brushing just like I have!

Crest® 3D White™ Brilliance Daily Cleansing & Whitening System

Before

After-only used half of the bottle!

            I was so grateful to be one of the lucky ones who received Crest 3D White Brilliance Daily Cleansing & Whitening System for free from BzzAgent to give my honest, unbiased review. Crest has by far been my favorite company when it comes to whitening products. I would only use their whitening strips. I couldn't wait until I tried this new system! I knew it had to be great and it is! I absolutely love this product! It is so much more than I ever expected. It really has made a difference in my teeth. Just take a look at my before and after photos! When I took the after photos, it was only half way through the bottles! The first step is to really deep clean your teeth. The texture is grainy which is great for a really deep cleaning. It works just like exfoliating your skin would but for your teeth! It doesn't have a fresh breath taste and smell. The second step is the whitening system. I love this step! It really leaves your mouth feeling fresh! It has a great minty fresh smell and taste. I have noticed a big difference in the whiteness of my teeth!

        Here is my comparison between Crest Whitestrips and Crest 3D White Brilliance Daily Cleansing and Whitening System:

• Crest Whitestrips will leave your teeth much white than the Brilliance Daily Cleansing and Whitening System. If you are looking for a daily whitening this system is the best! 
• If you have sensitive teeth like me, this system will be perfect for you! It will not leave your teeth in pain from sensitivity.
• Crest 3D White Brilliance Daily Cleansing and Whitening System is also great to help keep up your white smile after using Crest White strips. 

       I hate yellow teeth! Anytime I notice they are yellowing, I use Crest White strips. This new Crest 3D White system is now my favorite! It is perfect for everydat use without the sensitivity!

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Sally Hanson Airbrush Legs



                 Hello lovelies! I don't know about y'all, but I dread the summer! Not just because of the torturous heat, but of the lucky ones who get that gorgeous summer tan. It's just not fair for us pasty whites who can't tan for nothing! I always feel so out of place. I've tried tanning in the tanning bed and outside, and all I do is burn with no tan. Plus, tanning is so unhealthy and can cause skin cancer. Because of the many summers I spent everyday trying to get a tan, I ended up having to have two areas of my skin removed because of skin cancer cells. It just ended up being too dangerous to continue especially with no results. I've always wanted to try a fake tanner lotion/cream, but I was so worried I would turn orange. I didn't want to be "the one" that everyone stares at because I look like a walking carrot. That is just not cute! I never wanted to take the chance so I never purchased any. When Influenster sent me Sally Hanson Airbrush Legs, I decided that it was time to take the self tanner plunge and give it a try! Let me just say, this product is seriously life changing! See for yourself!







Left-without Sally Hanson Airbrush Legs          Right-with Sally Hanson Airbrush Legs

                 

                    I'm sure your reaction is as surprised as mine was! It truly looks like I just came from tanning! Sally Hanson Airbrush Legs looks so natural. Unlike other self tanners, Sally Hanson did not leave any orange spots. I was worried that maybe it may look a little flaky and unsmooth on my knees, but it didn't! It never caked up! Before applying any self tanners, it is highly recommended and important that you always exfoliate to get all the dead skin off. I absolute do not recommend this because everyone is different, but I did apply this product without exfoliating. It still left my skin looking flawless without any cakey areas! It is so easy to apply! There are two different types you can purchase: the cream or spray. I was sent the cream so I can not vouch for how the spray works. I can definitely guarantee the cream is amazing. For the cream, just apply a small amount about the size of a quarter and rub evenly onto skin. It's that simple and does not take much at all! It is very important that you rub it in completely and evenly! Below are the links to purchase from Amazon if you would like! I just know you will love this product just as much as I have!

*I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

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