Hair plays a big part in how we look, feel, and also identify. Some of us chose to be hassle-free and shave it all off, while the rest of us obsess on all the products and accessories to get it just right. Today, on Daytime TV, we showcase a handful of favorite finds from extensions, to tousled waves.
My Favorite Clip-in Hair:
Luxy Hair Extensions @ LuxyHair.com Coupon code: “CHICAGO” for $20 off orders of $80 or more Luxy Hair extensions are made with 100% Remy Human Hair, are easy to install, and come in a wide array of extension styles, colors, and lengths. Need help choosing your perfect match? Try the complimentary virtual color matching tool on www.luxyhair.com or reach out to their 24/7 customer support team for live assistance. • Luxy Hair has created tons of styling tutorials and hair care guides available on their website so you can get the hair of your dreams, long after your purchase. • With an incredibly wide variety of product offerings, including a range of grey shades, a collection specifically made for mothers experiencing postpartum hair loss, and a haircare product collection safe to use on extensions and your natural hair, Luxy Hair has something for everyone.
Best Way To Make Hair Grow:
Vegamour GRO Hair Serum PRICE: $58 SHOP: @vegamour.com Our plant-based, multi-tasking GRO Hair Serum uses a combination of clinically-tested, vegan phyto-actives that work in tandem to help support a healthy and balanced follicular ecosystem while soothing the scalp and revitalizing hair roots. Free of toxic chemicals, carcinogens, or harmful side effects, this cruelty-free, vegan hair serum is formulated with powerful phyto-actives shown in multiple clinical studies to increase the appearance of hair density while reducing signs of shedding to bring you thicker, fuller-looking hair.
Best DIY Blonde:
Garnier Olia B+++ Bleach Blonde, No Ammonia PRICE: $10.49 SHOP: Drugstores Introducing a new way to bleach! Olia- B+++ is Garnier’s first and only ammonia-free bleach, that is oil powered and able to lighten hair up to 7 levels, with 3X less breakage. Olia’s unique ODS™ (Oil Delivery System) technology is specifically developed to deliver on maximum color performance: ammonia-free, no silicones, no Parabens, no phthalates. Accompanied by an intense care with an anti-brass conditioner, non-drip formula, for all hair texture. Olia’s unique formulation is pleasantly fragrant, with a anti-brass conditioner, floral, non-drip formula for all hair textures. Delivering a natural-looking blonde color that gives long-lasting permanent coverage without any of the drying side effects of ammonia. Garnier is Cruelty-Free International
Best Get Up And Go Tousled Wave: No Heat or Beach required
Not Your Mother’s Daughter Salt Sprays PRICE: $6.99 SHOP: @walmart • Not Your Mother’s Salt sprays are perfect to create tousled, beach waves with added hydration or texturized, beach waves with separation and body • Formulated with natural ingredients: dead sea salt, sea kelp and aloe extract • Free of parabens, sulfate surfactants, dyes or phthalates. Gluten-free and Vegan formulation.
BEST EVER IRON:
The Beachwaver B1- Boho Babe PRICE: $99 SHOP: @Beachwaver.com • The Beachwaver Co., founded by celebrity hairstylist Sarah Potempa and her sisters, has teamed up with TIkTok hair tutorial queen, @justclassicallycassidy, to create a limited edition Just Classically You! Collection. Featuring the Beachwaver B1 curling iron and hair accessories available in two dainty floral designers, Boho Babe and Daisy Darling, each design features daily affirmations to help people start their day getting ready with a positive perspective! • This is The Beachwaver Co. x @justclassicallycassidy Cassidy Beachwaver B1 – Boho Babe, which is a one-inch barrel, ceramic rotating curling iron, which is their most popular barrel size. It’s perfect for creating loose, effortless waves. Simply press the arrow in the direction you want to curl, remove your finger to stop the rotation and release for a gorgeous curl. It’s that easy! • It’s lightweight, has three heat ranges, an ergonomic handle and is great for all hair types.
We celebrate National Beach Day on WGN’s Daytime in Chicago. Whether you need a FAB beach bag under $25 or looking for the perfect dress that will take you from the shore to a sunset dinner??? We’ve got all sorts of glam to take you to the beach and beyond.
Let’s be real when shopping for a beach bag we need to go big and lightweight. Something that is water and sand proof is a bonus too.
Hibala Woven Large Beach Bag PRICE: $23.99 SHOP: @Amazon 100% Natural Jute Fiber, so you’ll never have to worry about your family’s safety or unpleasant chemical smells. Laminated With a Clear Coating of PVC to Make Water Resistant. The natural cotton handles are soft, yet durable, and comfortable for extended use.
Wanna keep frizz under control and look super sleek by sunset? I am obsessed with Garnier’s Glass Hair Water! Obsessed!
Garnier Sleek & Shine Glass Hair Water PRICE: $8.99 SHOP: @drugstores Introducing a 98% naturally-derived formula with lamellar technology that transforms frizzy hair into radically smooth and intensely shiny hair, in just 10 seconds! Hair is instantly detangled, visibly smooth, soft, and shiny with less breakage – 10x more smooth & 5x more shine. Infused with Argan oil & vitamin E, this unique liquid formula instantly activates upon contact with water and leaves your hair with a supernatural silky glass-like shine. Its lightweight formula adds a reflective and luminous look with a soft touch without weighing down your hair. The formula is free of silicones, sulfates , and mineral oil. Garnier is officially Cruelty-Free International.
I know the entire team here at Daytime are HUGE fans of COTZ Sun products. So it only made sense to add this ultra-portable BRAND NEW Sun stick to our beach day fun.
CoTZ Mineral Sun Stick PRICE: $24.00 SHOP:@Cotzskincare.com CōTZ® Mineral Sun Stick SPF 45 is the perfect sunscreen companion. Glides on invisibly to a sheer finish. Perfect for touch-ups or to reapply on exposed areas like ears, face, and hands. • Easy On-the-Go application • Mess Free • Tinted for a translucent finish • Great for touch-ups • Quick (re)application • Reef Friendly • Subtle Luminescence
I never want to leave the beach once I arrive. So I plan in advance and pack everything I need to head straight out after the sun goes down. That includes some wipes and I’m not talking about the ones meant for my baby. I pack a mommy version.
QUEEN V pHun Wipes PRICE: $5.59 SHOP: @queenVLife.com • Refreshing wipes you can use every day for a pHun time at home or on the go. • Use them after an intense (or not so intense) workout, during that time of the month, post-sex, while you’re killing it at work or after a long travel day. • Each wipe is formulated without harsh ingredients because your V deserves to have a cranVerrrrry good time.
And you’ll never go wrong with the perfect packable dress for a day at the beach and then onto dinner with the family!
Nails. Nails. Nails… The French manicure is back, and the longer, the better. Sure, you can head to the salon and spend $$$ and a ton of time, or you can get your claws on from home in your jammies with our DIY nail pics. Today, on Daytime Chicago, we show you our favorite mani products.
Nails are only as pretty as the hands they are attached to, so I tried to find the best way to get all the dead skin off to reveal a smooth surface pre-manicure. Two minutes fast enough? It literally works on your cuticles too. Use the scrub before the nail prep of pushing back cuticles, etc.
Defenage 2-Minute Reveal Mask PRICE: $74 SHOP: @Defenage.com Designed for your face, but so very good on hands too. I call it the hand miracle, honestly. A gentle, warming exfoliating mask infused with ultrafine Sugar Crystals and Triple Enzyme Technology starts the skin renewal process by thoroughly removing dull, unwanted cells.• Reveals fresher, younger-looking skin in minutes. • Instantly smoothes and softens • Minimizes the look of pores and fine lines. • Visibly brightens and intensifies radiance. • Preps skin for age-correcting benefits. • Provides both chemical and mechanical resurfacing without irritation. • Waterless formula. • Award-winning, named “The Best Brightening Mask” by NewBeauty Magazine.
If you’re looking for a traditional “polish your own nails” type of manicure, it may be time to clean up your polish. I can’t say enough about Nails.Inc and their amazing formulas and fabulous long-wear shades.
Nails.INC Sephora Plant Power PRICE: $10.00 SHOP: @Sephora Plant Power by Nails.INC is a revolutionary 73% Plant Based nail polish collection where every shade is 21 free (free from formaldehyde, acetone, parabens and 18 other ingredients), vegan, cruelty-free, Halal friendly, and comes in recyclable packaging. The sunlight, UV reactive formula boosts glossiness and extends wear, providing extreme long wear up to 10 days.
When it comes to press-ons, we seriously ❤️ KISS. They have a style, length, and shape for everyone, including the Vogueish collection, which is inspired by the latest trends in nail salons.
KISS Voguish Fantasy Nails PRICE: $8.99 SHOP: @kissusa.com Calling all Fashionistas. KISS Voguish—the go-to false nail faves of celebrities, beauty influencers, and social media stars—are more must-have than ever! New, trendy, gel nail art details include glitter, floral & graphic mixes, and refreshing ways to French KISS. Ready to wear in minutes, the chip-proof, smudge-proof, and waterproof manicures last up to a week.
Now, if you’re thinking about going the whole shebang and starting with extensions and ending under a LED lamp, you’ll need some proper tools.
RedFlow Nail Drill PRICE: $19.99 SHOP: @amazon RedFlow Nail drill comes with 11pcs different 3/32” shank drill bits,50Pcs sanding bands for nail drill, 1 pcs brush, and False nail clippers. Cost-effective, satisfying your professional nail repair and DIY fun.
The Poly Gel Nail is a commitment and a process. This kit is supposed to make it easy. I know Amy is a pro, and Morovan literally is the #1 bestseller.
Morovan Poly Gel Nail Kit for Nails PRICE: $49.99 SHOP: @Amazon Over 9300 5-star reviews and Amazon #1 Bestseller in nail care. • ALL-IN-ONE POLY GEL NAIL KIT: Come with 48W LED Lamp,6 pcs pure color + 2 pcs temperature changing color poly gel, base coat, top coat, and other basic poly gel nail art tools. Whether beginners or nail lovers, this poly nail gel kit is convenient for you to build strong, flexible, feather-light nail extensions.
And when it’s time to remove your fab nail creations, are you a crack-it-off type or a soaker? We’ve got the easiest solutions below:
Aliver Gel Nail Polish Remover PRICE: $9.99 SHOP: @Amazon • This is soaking gel nail polish remover for UV plastic nails, acrylic nails, natural nails, etc. you no longer need to go to a professional nail salon to complete it. • No more aluminum foil wraps or soaking your nails in acetone! Gel Nail Polish Remover can easily remove gel polishing from nails, Just lightly smear, and wait for 3-5 minutes, the nail surface will automatically burst, and then remove it gently with a small steel pusher. There is no cumbersome removal process and no long waits, saving you time and money.
Skip the messy foils and use these caps
HiMo Plastic Acrylic Nail Art Soak Off Cap Clip PRICE: $5.00 SHOP: @amazon • This fast nail polish remover tool allows you to change nail polishes you like anytime, matching different dressing styles. • The gel polish remover wrap nail tools are easy to operate for these flexible springs, opening them with a little strength. The slim profile helps to save your space putting them into a drawer or box. • Abundant gel nail polish cleaner clips are great for your replacement whenever you want. They are also reusable, saving your money.
The kids are heading back to class, and it’s time to take a deep breath. You’ve got all the back to school essentials for them, and now its time to take care of YOU!
Now, let’s just say not EVERYONE is getting a break from the kiddos when school starts. Let’s once again give a shout-out to our teachers! I ❤️ this partnership with Lubriderm and AdoptAClassroom.org. Teachers can register at www.lubridermclasssweeps.com to win $200 towards supplies for the 22-23 school year. Lubriderm is giving the cash prize to over 900 winners. That means $200 for over 900 classrooms. If you’re a teacher or know one, please encourage them to register at www.lubridermclasssweeps.com
Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion Fragrance-Free PRICE: $8.00 SHOP: Mass Retailers • Replenish and moisturize dry skin with Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion Fragrance-Free • Fortified with Pro-Vitamin B5 and skin-essential moisturizers, the fast-absorbing formula leaves users with a clean, non-greasy feeling that lasts for 24 hours
While you’re at the drugstore, go ahead and grab a mask, momma. These face masks by Burt’s Bees are some of my favorites and such a deal at $2.99. I’m obsessed with the Calming Sheet Mask with Rose. It seriously takes my whole being down a notch.
Burt’s Bees Face Masks PRICE: Starting at $2.99 SHOP: @Burtsbees.com • Five minutes or less to refine tired skin. • Relax and rejuvenate tired, stressed skin with the complete set of Burt’s Bees single use masks, including three facial masks, one lip mask and one pair of eye masks. • Ingredients like Charcoal, Clary Sage and Meadowfoam Seed Oil leave your skin soft and invigorated in just one treatment.
If taking a break for a mask isn’t your jam, we got you covered. You just need a dose of Vitamin C (Tonya’s fave) to brighten up the summer’s damage. I brought on Lumene’s SPF a while ago and we ooohh and awed. Now, let me introduce you to the Valo Artic Cocktail. She’s even so pretty to look at!
Lumene Valo Arctic Berry Cocktail PRICE: $24.99 SHOP: @CVS Replenish even the driest skin with this unique bi-phase hydra-oil. A replenishing blend of Wild Arctic Cloudberry and Cranberry Seed Oils with a cocktail of Vitamins C, B3 and B5, Omega Fatty Acids and Pure Arctic Spring Water, for perfectly hydrated, radiant and velvety smooth looking skin. Free from Parabens, Formaldehyde Donors and Mineral Oil Wild Arctic Cloudberry – Source of natural potent Vitamin C and Ellagitannins – Skin brightening & energizing properties
If you’re a mature mom like me, you’re mood and skin may be acting a bit odd these days. Sound familiar? While I can’t suggest anything for your mood swings, I’m obsessed with this Chicago Based skincare brand. Suki is so clean and also so calming if you’re peri-eh-hem, meno-cycling like me.
Suki MenoCycle @amazon and Sukiskincare.com For celebrating your skin and embracing what’s next. Our MenoCycle Collection was designed to treat the hormonal changes and hot flashes experienced by women in perimenopause and menopause.
And if you’re looking for the next level (HELLO AMY), you can always splurge on a therapy mask to work at a cellular LED level. This should get your skin plump and pretty in no time and even work on your teenager’s acne! UseWGN30 (30% off of the LUSTRE ClearSkin RENEW Pro Facewear)
LUSTRE ClearSkin RENEW Pro Facewear Mask PRICE: $475 SHOP: @Lustreclearskin.us • LUSTRE ClearSkin RENEW Pro Facewear Mask is the first and only flexible and wireless LED therapy mask available on the market • It’s made of flexible silicone to adhere to the face and includes built in eye protection and an adjustable strap for comfort. • The mask itself features three different light sources (blue, red, infrared) that work to address blemish prone, uneven, and dull skin revealing visibly clearer, fresher, and softer looking skin – naturally The LUSTRE ClearSkin RENEW Pro Facewear Mask is fully customizable though the LUSTRE app (available iOS & Android) allowing the user to control what light source they use and the areas they wish to treat. This allows the whole family to use the mask – an investment for the full family.
Our last stop on the clean beauty tour is today in Seattle on New Day Northwest. Seattle loves all things clean and sustainable, so we are excited to share some new products from the tried and true and new brands that are setting new standards.
Starting off with the OG of Clean Beauty:
MyCHELLE Dermaceuticals The OG of Clean Beauty, MyCHELLE has been a leader of the clean skincare movement for over 20 years now. The brand is extensive with a motto of Honesty, Transparency, and Authenticity. Founded in 2000 in Colorado, MyCHELLE is the original innovator of clean skincare.
Brand philosophy: Since day one, we have worked to be positive and active agents of change in the world by making highly effective products that are inspired by nature. We continue to lead in creating effective, Eco-friendly products that are science-driven and help to get real results for all skin types. We are committed to full transparency around our ingredients. We promise powerful, effective products that make you look good, created by a mission-driven company that you can feel good about supporting. Because we care about you, our furry friends, and our planet, we do our best to go above and beyond. We are proud to be a founding member of the Environmental Working Group’s “Verified for Your Health” program, a PETA certified cruelty-free company and certified by Leaping Bunny. And, YES, we’ve been making reef-safe sun care for over a decade! Proudly all MyCHELLE products are Vegetarian, Cruelty-free, and Free of Phthalates, Parabens, Petroleum, Sulfates, Ureas, Artificial Fragrances, and Colors.
MyCHELLE RENEW Remarkable Retinal™ Sleep Mask PRICE: $34.99 SHOP: @MyCHELLE.com Nutrient-rich overnight mask packed with the strongest non-prescription form of patented Vitamin A Retinal, Niacinamide, and Copper Tripeptide. Designed to help recharge dull, tired skin as you sleep while boosting skin’s moisture content and reducing the appearance of visible fine lines and wrinkles. Non-irritating. Dermatologist and Allergy tested. MADE WITHOUT PARABENS, PETROLEUM, PHTHALATES, SILICONES, SULFATES, UREAS, ARTIFICIAL FRAGRANCES, ARTIFICIAL COLORS
MyCHELLE PROTECT Replenishing Solar Defense Body Lotion SPF 50 PRICE: $32.99 SHOP: @amazon Hydrating, 100% Zinc Oxide protection to help prevent premature aging while helping to re-establish essential moisture balance. UVA/UVB broad-spectrum protection. WATER RESISTANT for 80 minutes. DOES NOT CONTAIN: Retinyl Palmitate or chemical UV absorbers including Octinoxate, Octisalate, Oxybenzone or PABA. MADE WITHOUT PARABENS, PETROLEUM, PHTHALATES, SILICONES, SULFATES, UREAS, ARTIFICIAL FRAGRANCES, ARTIFICIAL COLORS.
The USE ALL OVER and so clean you can even eat it!
LANOLIPS – CLEAN BEAUTY BRAND My first experience with LANO happened while nursing my son. I was looking for something so pure to apply that my son was safe to consume if there was residue left behind. I ended up using the Multipurpose Superbalm EVERYWHERE, and I cannot tell you how many people I have hooked on this incredible brand!
Brand Philosophy: Lanolips is a clean Australian beauty brand that believes that nature provides us with the most powerful ingredients of all – and that a short ingredients list is a good ingredients list. Lanolips lists each and every ingredient and its natural percentage on the packaging of all products. Each of their products starts with their ultra-medical grade lanolin, which is 3x purer than medical grade lanolin and hypoallergenic. Lanolin naturally occurs in sheep’s wool and Lanolip’s lanolin is humanely sourced from Australian sheep farmers and works to mimic the skin’s own oils for the most natural hydration. Lanolips offers a safer, more effective, and 100% natural alternative to common petroleum-based balms. No petrolatum. No parabens. No artificial fragrance. No mineral oil. No sulfates. No PEGs. No animal cruelty. No more dry skin.
Lanolips 101 Ointment PRICE: $16.99 SHOP: @Target • One is sold every minute globally. • The original Lanolips 101 Ointment is a super dense balm that penetrates and holds 200% of its weight in moisture. • Its 101 uses include dry cuticles, cracked heels, dry nasal passages, keeping eyebrows in place, windburn, cold-chapped cheeks, dry, brittle nails, papercuts, insect bites and more
Lanolips Fruity Babies Trio PRICE: $16.49 SHOP: @Target • The Lanolips Fruity Babies Trio is a super cute, mini trio of the 3 most popular flavors of Lanolips’ 101 ointment lip balm– Strawberry, Coconutter and Minty!
Babo Botanicals Another brand I discovered as a new momma is Babo. The brand sent me a sweet gift after Ace was born, and I’ve been hooked ever since. When they say that their products are designed for the whole family, they mean it. I use the body washes and lotions on both of us. The brand is pure and simply couldn’t be more eco-friendly. Brand Philosophy: Founded in 2010, Babo Botanicals is passionate about sustainable agriculture and product formulation, using natural ingredients that are safe for people and the planet. Rich in botanical and mineral-based ingredients, Babo Botanicals is committed to providing formulas that deliver effective results with active ingredients from nature. Gentle enough for the entire family, Babo Botanicals’ range of high-quality personal care products includes sun care, hair care, body care, and beyond. The brand was founded by a mother on a mission to create gentle and effective plant-based solutions—she combined the knowledge she gained from working in product formulation with her passion for sustainable agriculture and the brand was born from ingredients she found in her garden. Today, the brand partners with sustainable farmers around the world to source their natural ingredients. Babo Botanicals is proud to be B Corp, Leaping Bunny Certified, and PETA Animal Test-Free certified. Babo continues its work with the Environmental Working Group (EWG) and is made here in the USA.
Sensitive Baby Fragrance-Free Shampoo & Wash SHOP: @amazon EWG VERIFIED™, Our Sensitive Baby Fragrance-Free Shampoo & Wash 2-in-1 baby wash and shampoo gently cleanses & moisturizes. Made with natural Oat protein, Shea and Cocoa Butter, and many soothing organic plant-based ingredients. Specifically designed for babies and children with extra sensitive, dry, and eczema-prone skin, this plant-based formula helps reduce discomfort (irritation, pulling, and itching), helping the skin regain its softness and comfort. Extra mild formula can be used daily or during baby eczema flare-ups. Hypoallergenic and specifically formulated to help minimize the risk of allergic reactions.
Newbies that are reinventing and keeping it clean while giving back!
LIGHTWATER This gorgeous small batch brand wants to change how you apply skincare and eliminate all those bottles. Brand Philosophy: Good-bye double-dip jars, hello fresh daily doses. Our 100% fresh active ingredients deliver optimum efficacy, and our clean, microbiome-friendly formulations are ideal for all skin. The end result? Skin is balanced, nourished, and healthy. It’s beyond skin care. It’s skin nutrition. We take a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to our packaging by reducing, reusing, and recycling. Our daily doses reduce resources and are fully recyclable. Flexible packaging requires 35% to 75% less material than rigid packaging does and utilizes fewer resources – such as water and energy – during production and transportation, reducing carbon footprint. Plus, while bottles and tubes utilize a mixture of materials (i.e., lid, dispenser, pump) which can impair recyclability, our daily doses are fully recyclable. We provide complimentary shipping to ensure they’re recycled through our recycling partner. Our resealable pouches are 60% compostable, breaking down naturally within 12 weeks. The remainder oxo-degrades over 5-10 years vs. the estimated 1,000 years for normal plastic. We utilize plant-based components that absorb greenhouse gas CO2 through natural plant respiration and reduce the use of finite fossil fuel and mineral resources. We are constantly in search of even more eco-friendly options.
Fresh Daily Duo PRICE: $82 SHOP: @lightwaterskin.com Get ready to meet your new routine and the healthiest skin of your life. Our regimen of AM and PM products work in harmony to give skin what it needs, when it needs it. A morning dose of vitamins, antioxidants, and moisturizers nourish, hydrate, and protect against everyday stressors like pollution, free radicals, and blue light. An evening dose rich in replenishing nutrients, super-hydration, and barrier-strengtheners rest and renew. Skin is balanced, nourished, and healthy.
TWICE Until I met TWICE, clean toothpaste brands never really delivered a bright smile for me. This new oral wellness brand does much more than just brighten your smile. All the products are plant-based and actually really, really work. The brand goes beyond just being plant-based and has a wonderfully clean footprint. But really, that whitening pen really really works! Brand Philosophy: TWICE, originally co-founded by Grammy award-winning music icon and humanitarian Lenny Kravitz and brothers Julian and Cody Levine in 2018, continues to redefine the future of the oral care category with its new brand identity and innovative suite of Oral Wellness Toothpaste, Floss, Whitening Pen, and Immunity Rinse products formulated with super ingredients and plant-based cleansers to offer maximum freshness and address the connection between the mouth microbiome and overall health throughout the entire body. Developed, tested, and engineered from TWICE’s mission to empower more people to smile both inside and out, the line features new vibrant yellow product packaging evoking the positive energy and brightness beaming from a healthy individual’s smile. “I believe that oral wellness impacts not only our overall health and wellbeing but how we show up in the world. We started TWICE in response to the disparaging state of dental care in the marginalized communities both domestically and abroad, which laid the foundation for a greater mission to spread love and the power of a smile to every single person on the planet,” said Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer Lenny Kravitz. “TWICE is an essential part of balancing the mouth, body, and soul, and the company provides free dentistry to people without access to care around the world.”
The Complete Kit PRICE: $74 SHOP: @smiletwice.com The complete routine: BRUSH, FLOSS, RINSE, WHITEN. The new holistic system to balance your mouth, body & soul. We can already feel your brightness.
We’ve all got our favorite summer dresses and products to keep us cool and glam in the hot temps. Today, we share some trending ideas that you might want to add to your daily routine on Daytime Chicago.
So, just to get the Tonya essentials out of the way, I brought more Vitamin C for her, BUT I also brought the newest launch from Olay since we are talking essentials for summer. The new Niacinamide + Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer creates stronger skin, evens the complexion, and provides weightless hydration. Anything lightweight that helps get rid of the summer sun spottiness is welcomed here!
Olay Niacinamide + Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer PRICE: $46.48 for a pack of 2 SHOP: @Samsclub.com With 3 benefits in 1 jar, Olay Regenerist Niacinamide + Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer strengthens skin*, evens complexion, and visibly corrects wrinkles. This hydrating moisturizer, with a delightful, light fragrance, absorbs quickly with no greasy residue, so it can be worn seamlessly under makeup. It’s crafted by our top scientists with our clinically proven technology, with 99% pure Niacinamide, to improve skin’s moisture barrier for 2x stronger skin***. This face cream is also formulated with Dermatologist recommended Peptides, to support skin’s natural renewal process.
Makeup? Who wants to wear makeup? Find a hybrid, clean tint that protects your skin from the sun damage but also seamlessly veils the skin.
MyCHELLE Sun Shield Liquid Tint SPF 50 PRICE: $27 SHOP: Whole Foods and @amazon ●Sheer tinted, oil-free formula with 100% mineral broad-spectrum protection. Blends weightless and seamless, giving skin a fresh, healthy glow with a smooth, matte finish. ●3-in-1 SKIN CARE BENEFITS: This multi-functional sun protection can be worn alone for a fresh and healthy glow, layered for a sheer coverage foundation, or as a protective primer under make-up to create a flawless matte finish. Color mirroring mineral technology allows for universal coverage on a wide variety of skin tones.
GLOSS is BACK! But who wants a mucky mouth in this heat. This lip gloss is literally pumped up with anti-aging benefits but also leaves a lacquer that is glowy and NOT gooey!
Theraderm Anti-Aging Lip Complex PRICE: $27.50 SHOP: @Theraderm.net This daily lip treatment contains a peptide designed to reduce the appearance of wrinkles around lips, while Atelcollagen increases lip volume without unpleasant stinging. Infused with soothing avocado oil and vitamin E, this product helps hydrate and rejuvenate for smooth, luscious lips.
and if you are breaking out from all that summer sweat, Theraderm’s Reversion Clay Mask is like a Friday night ritual at my place!
Theraderm Reversion Clarifying Mask PRICE: $26.00 SHOP: @Theraderm.net This multi-tasking mask treats existing acne breakouts by exfoliating dead skin cells to unclog pores. The kaolin clay, charcoal, salicylic acid, and lactic acid formulation eliminates excess oil and shine, prevents acne blemishes from forming, and tightens pores. Reversion Clarifying Mask leaves skin looking clean, clear and shine-free.
Thank you, summer fashion, for getting rid of the mini-purse and bringing back the CARRY ALL bag! Yes, we know a big bag can get heavy, so we brought you the coolest ever carry-all backpack from Caminito. AND we couldn’t imagine not throwing one of the brand’s washable, packable handmade beach blankets in the mix too.
Caminito Mercado Collection – BACKPACK CANASTA PRICE: $92 SHOP: @caminito.co Our long awaited Backpack Canasta is here! After many prototypes and lots of your feedback, we landed on a design that offers the secure closure of a zipper as well as the flexibility of an open top bag. Use one or both closures for your different needs. Show off those market goodies or keep it all tucked away. Adjustable leather shoulder straps and a woven carrying handle give you two ways to carry your new favorite bag. Perfectly sized for a full day outing or a trip to the farmer’s market.
PEZ AZUL – Blanket Roll PRICE: $86 SHOP:Caminito.co Woven fish playfully swim along colored bands in our new Pez Azul blanket. The blue tones in the blanket along with a sunny golden band recall warm days spent at the seaside. We hope this blanket brings some summery goodness with you anywhere you go. Our Animales Collection features a variety of woven creatures, each hoping to bring a little joy to your day. This collection makes a great gift for those hard to shop for loved ones in your life. They are big enough for a 2 – 4 person picnic and roll up in thirds for easy transport. The blankets are designed by us at our home base in San Francisco and hand woven in Mexico by skilled artisans. Our leather straps are hand-made by us out of vegetable tanned leather that ages nicely with use. Blankets are machine washable on cold gentle cycle, lay flat to dry.
National Clean Beauty Day is TODAY, and of course, we had to make one more stop on this beauty tour and visit our besties at Tampa Bay Morning Blend.
Starting off with the OG of Clean Beauty: MyCHELLE DermaceuticalsThe OG of Clean Beauty, MyCHELLE has been a leader in the clean skincare movement for over 20 years now. The brand is extensive with a motto of Honesty, Transparency, and Authenticity. Founded in 2000 in Colorado, MyCHELLE is the original innovator of clean skincare. Brand philosophy: Since day one, we have worked to be positive and active agents of change in the world by making highly effective products that are inspired by nature. We continue to lead in creating effective, Eco-friendly products that are science-driven and help to get real results for all skin types.We are committed to full transparency around our ingredients. We promise powerful, effective products that make you look good, created by a mission-driven company that you can feel good about supporting. Because we care about you, our furry friends, and our planet, we do our best to go above and beyond. We are proud to be a founding member of the Environmental Working Group’s “Verified for Your Health” program, a PETA certified cruelty-free company and certified by Leaping Bunny. And, YES, we’ve been making reef-safe sun care for over a decade!Proudly all MyCHELLE products are Vegetarian, Cruelty-free, and Free of Phthalates, Parabens, Petroleum, Sulfates, Ureas, Artificial Fragrances and Colors.
FAVES:
MyCHELLE Sun Shield Liquid SPF 50 PRICE: $27.99 SHOP: @amazon and WholeFoods Sheer-tinted, oil-free formula with 100% mineral broad-spectrum protection. Blends weightlessly and seamlessly, giving skin a fresh, healthy glow with a smooth, matte finish. DOES NOT CONTAIN: Retinyl Palmitate or chemical UV absorbers including Octinoxate, Octisalate, Oxybenzone or PABA.
MyCHELLE Renew Remarkable Retinal Eye Cream PRICE: $37.99 SHOP: @MyCHELLE.com Advanced, high-performance moisturizing cream with Vitamin A (patented-process Retinal), Plant Stem Cells and Ceramide 3 to promote skin renewal and reduce the signs of aging. Non-irritating. Dermatologist and Allergy tested.
The USE ALL OVER and so clean you can even eat it!
LANOLIPS – CLEAN BEAUTY BRAND My first experience with LANO happened while nursing my son. I was looking for something so pure to apply that my son was safe to consume if there was residue left behind. I ended up using the Multipurpose Superbalm EVERYWHERE and I cannot tell you how many people I have hooked on this incredible brand! Brand Philosophy: Lanolips is a clean Australian beauty brand that believes that nature provides us with the most powerful ingredients and that a short ingredients list is a good one. Lanolips lists each and every ingredient and its natural percentage on the packaging of all products Each of their products starts with their ultra-medical grade lanolin, which is 3x purer than medical grade lanolin and hypoallergenic. Lanolin naturally occurs in sheep’s wool and Lanolip’s lanolin is humanely sourced from Australian sheep farmers and works to mimic the skin’s own oils for the most natural hydration. Lanolips offers a safer, more effective, and 100% natural alternative to common petroleum-based balms. No petrolatum. No parabens. No artificial fragrance. No mineral oil. No sulfates. No PEG’s. No animal cruelty. No more dry skin.
Lanolips 101 Ointment PRICE: $16.99SHOP: @Target • One is sold every minute globally. • The original Lanolips 101 Ointment is a super dense balm that penetrates and holds 200% of its weight in moisture. • Its 101 uses include dry cuticles, cracked heels, dry nasal passages, keeping eyebrows in place, windburn, cold-chapped cheeks, dry brittle nails, papercuts, insect bites and more
Lanolips Fruity Babies Trio PRICE: $16.49 SHOP: @Target • The Lanolips Fruity Babies Trio is a super cute, mini trio of the 3 most popular flavors of Lanolips’ 101 ointment lip balm– Strawberry, Coconutter and Minty!
The Best Clean Beauty Multitasker Sunscreen has become a hot topic in the dirty cosmetics world. We’ve learned that mineral is best but not all mineral protection is clean and safe. This is why I really wanted to introduce you to CoTZ, just in case they haven’t hit your radar. Yes, their entire line is silky and clean, but the Prime and Protect SPF 40 is the most amazing multitasking product I’ve met. Alone, It creates a golden glow on the skin while it protects. And if you want to wear it under your makeup, it works as one of the most line smoothing primers I’ve used. Just amazing! Brand Philosophy: We care deeply about providing the safest, healthiest way to protect your skin. CōTZ was founded in 2002 by a plastic surgeon whose singular mission was to create healthier mineral sunscreens that people want to wear daily. The result was an all-mineral sunscreen collection that feels elegant while keeping your skin safe from harmful UVA-UVB rays. CŌTZ® STANDS FOR: Contains Only Titanium & Zinc CōTZ® contains no chemical sunscreens, which can be irritating, penetrate your skin, and absorb UV energy. Mineral sunscreens are inherently gentle and work by reflecting away harmful rays. So you never have to worry about harmful rays heating up and absorbing into your skin. no parabens or other preservatives, REEF FRIENDLY, NO ANIMAL TESTING
COTZ Prime and Protect SPF 40 PRICE: $22 SHOP: @amazon Sheer-tinted mineral sunscreen and primer in one. Weightless matte finish. Reef-friendly. UVA-UVB protection. Use under makeup or alone. Free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, oils, preservatives, gluten, and phthalates.Sheer SPF 40 Broad Spectrum reflects UV rays. Sheer tint primer. Reef-friendly. Water resistant 80 minutes.
And just to let you know how popular clean beauty is becoming, we’re even seeing iconic brands like Merle Norman start to reformulate and design products to fit the demands of its consumers. When you see a 91-year-old beauty brand change things up, you realize it’s time to possibly clean up your beauty routine at home too.
Merle Norman Cosmeticsannounced its FIRST foray into the world of clean skincare in September 2021 with the introduction of NEW Aqua Bliss, a 97% natural, plant-based moisturizer that provides superior barrier protection and time-released hydration that lasts up to eight hours. The brand’s new clean formulation approach will continue to evolve as new science and data is available.
Merle Norman Aqua Bliss PRICE: $37.00 SHOP: @MerleNorman.com and Merle Norman Studios Meticulously formulated with Jojoba, Soy, Olive and Vitamin E oils, Aqua Bliss helps strengthen the skin’s natural moisture barrier and prevent the water-loss that can lead to dryness, fine lines, and discomfort. It also contains sugar-derived Aquaxyl, clinically proven to provide time-released hydration and plump the skin for a visibly hydrated, softer and smoother complexion. Additionally, antioxidant-rich Lavender Flower Powder and a Gingko Biloba derivative helps calm red, visibly stressed-out skin to keep it petal soft all year round.• Merle Norman Cosmetics is a global, family-owned, 91-year-old, prestige brand acclaimed for pioneering the “try before you buy” philosophy, as well as creating innovative and high-quality color cosmetics and skincare products that allow consumers to express their best selves.
