Category: fitness

Multi-Tasking Summer Products on Daytime Chicago

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors and have fun in the sun. To ensure you look cool and stay comfortable while doing so, here are some multi-tasking products that save time without compromising your glow or glam.

First off, let’s get your skin protected for all that fun in the sun. You know, I am obsessed with finding clean, clear, non-sticky formulas, and I have found such a ROCK STAR product! Or rather, Block Star! It’s so easy to work with and has kept me and my son’s skin protected in even the Florida SUN!

Bliss Block Star Sheer Liquid Daily Sunscreen SPF 50
PRICE: $28.00
SHOP: @blissworld.com
Featherlight, 100% mineral daily sunscreen with a silky sheer, fast-absorbing liquid texture that glides on and blends in quickly for a barely-there feel. With 80-minute sweat & water resistance, the formula is unscented and, has no tint, and is nearly undetectable on the skin, so you can SPF every day.
Bliss products are free of Parabens, Phthalates, and SLS/SLES. Always Clean, Cruelty-Free, + Dermatologist-Tested. B Corp Certified. 

Summer gives us a whole new reason to grab some new activewear. I mean, it makes us feel more confident at the gym, right? YES, Losano is celebrity adorned, but it’s also sustainable, super sheer for the heat, and incredibly smoothing and chic.

Losano
SHOP: @losano.com
At Losano, we seek to create beautiful, high-quality products made from sustainable fabrics that are both good for you and for our planet. We are woman founded, we are creators, we are a team, and we are family. Manufacturing in LA is just the beginning. We’ve thought through every aspect of our process to be more mindful. It’s a conscious design for people and the planet!

We’re talking about activewear, so let’s discuss your sweaty pits! It’s summer, so we bring in the clinical strength. A quick tip: Put it on before bed at night. It works better.

Secret Clinical Antiperspirant/Deodorant
PRICE: $12.95
SHOP: @Target
The Secret Clinical Antiperspirant/Deodorant provides 72 hours of clinically proven sweat and odor protection.
The Secret Clinical Antiperspirant/Deodorant has 3X the stress sweat protection versus the wetness protection required of an ordinary antiperspirant.
The Secret Clinical Antiperspirant/Deodorant is made with advanced odor fighters and pH-balancing minerals for incredibly long-lasting protection. Available in Completely Clean, Clean Lavender, and Stress Response.

This next product is designed for tattoos, and if you have one, you know summer is a time you want to show them off but also protect them from fading and the skin from drying out. This next product has over 22k 5-star reviews, and we tried it out on my sister’s new tattoo, and she is obsessed.

Hustle Butter Deluxe
PRICE: $22.99
SHOP: @hustlebutter.com
As moisturizing as it is lavish, Hustle Butter Deluxe is the #1 rated tattoo aftercare product amongst artists with amazing value when tending to both new and older tattoos.
It can also be used even if you don’t have tattoos! It’s the ideal addition to your daily skincare routine, providing instant relief to dry skin and leaving skin soft, smooth, and glowing day after day. Cruelty-free, vegan, and made with natural ingredients. The best part? The addicting fragrance smells like a tropical vacation.

And while we are talking about skincare and LUXURY, I am obsessed with this skin-quenching, heat-activated, clean, waterless moisture bar for your face.

OPULUS Beauty Labs Daily Moisturizing Concentrates
PRICE: $105 (2.5 Months Worth)
SHOP: @opulusbeautylabs.com
OPULUS Beauty Labs just launched its Daily Moisturizing Concentrates, comprised of waterless, preservative-free, multi-benefit moisturizing bars. It’s super easy to use. Place two squares into the Activator, add water, press the button, and the ingredients are heated and blended to create a fresh skincare treatment that is warm, lightweight, and packed with a potent dose of vitamins and antioxidants for the best results possible.
There are three types, each with hydrating properties plus other key benefits:
*Brightening with Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Ferulic Acid
*Soothing & Calming with a quadruple dose of Vitamin B
*Clarifying with Azelaic Acid

Tonya and I both know the beauty of a clip-in pony! It’s the easiest way to guarantee a sleek hairstyle without worrying about what your REAL hair looks like underneath. Plus, it’s so easy to pull back sweaty, oily hair into a pony.

UNice Clip-In Hair Extensions
PRICE: $48.25 – $70.50+
SHOP: @unice.com
· UNice Clip-In Extensions are made of 100% remy human hair and come in a wide variety of colors and textures from off-black to ash blonde and straight to curly and everything in between!
· The extensions feature secure clips that allow the product to blend naturally and seamlessly with natural hair and provides extra length and thicker locks in seconds.
· You can purchase UNice Clip-In Extensions and UNice’s full portfolio of wig and extension products at UNice.com.

July 24, 2023
Summer 2023 Trending Beauty

We’ve got BRAND NEW beauty products that are trending this summer. Whether it’s PRIDE-inspired, neon bold, or cutting edge, we’ve got it on Daytime Chicago today!

Limited Edition and in stores only, this bottle is everything right now!

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water Pride Edition
PRICE: $11.99
SHOP: In Stores Only @ walmart and CVS
Remove Your Makeup, Not Your Pride, with America’s #1 Micellar Water. With one sold every two seconds, is a powerful all-in-1 cleanser that’s gentle to skin. It effectively removes makeup, cleanses skin and refreshes. A multi-purpose cleanser that contains Micellar technology. Like a magnet, micelles capture and lift away dirt, oil and makeup without harsh rubbing, leaving skin perfectly clean, hydrated and refreshed without over-drying. To step up support for the LGBTQIA+ community, Garnier proudly partnered with Heritage of Pride and LGBTIQIA+ art director, Antoine Giessner, to create the first limited Pride edition of SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water. As America’s #1 Micellar Water brand, there’s a reason one bottle is sold every 2 seconds.

Another colorful trending product is these liners that Victoria Beckham Beauty just launched.

Victoria Beckham Satin Kajal Liners
PRICE $30
SHOP: @victoriabeckhambeauty.com
Your instant summer vibe in our best-selling Satin Kajal Liners—three bold bright shades to refresh your summer look, instantly. Same creamy formula. Same waterproof, long-wear performance. All three wearable, creamy brights for colour novices and makeup aficionados alike can be as bold and impactful as you like, and enhance all eye colours.

Hempz launched their first-ever sugar scrub, and editors and influencers went WILD! We tried it and agreed, it is so GOOD!

Hempz Sweet Pineapple & Honey Melon Herbal Body Scrub
PRICE: $12.99
SHOP: @Hempz.com
Body scrubs are an essential part of a summer beauty routine; the NEW Hempz Sweet Pineapple & Honey Melon Herbal Body Scrub is the perfect addition! It’s formulated with a blend of 100% pure natural hemp seed oil, shea butter, and aloe vera to provide long-lasting moisture – plus, it’s rich in essential vitamins. Better yet, its combination of two beautiful tropical fruits conspire to create the best tropical-scented scrub! Available on Hempz.com for $19.95, it’s time to get your hands on this luxurious sugar scrub that’ll leave your skin soft, luminous, and smelling amazing!

Skin cycling, flooding, and cleansing are the biggest TikTok stars for the face right now. Epicutis launched this celebrity-adorned cleansing set, and it was gone in a flash. Good news, she’s back in stock!

Epicutis Cleansing Essentials Set
PRICE: $95
SHOP: @epicutis.com
Redefine how you clean your skin by using gentle yet effective oils to remove unwanted dirt, makeup, and oil without stripping your skin of what it needs. This set contains: Epicutis Cleansing Oil- This oil cleanser forms micelles around the materials you wish to wash away, such as dirt, makeup, oils, etc. These micelles encapsulate them allowing these unwanted materials to wash off with just water. Enzyme Exfoliating Powder – Rather than using microbeads or acids, this exfoliator harnesses the activity of natural enzymes to help gently break down dead skin cells and excess oils to boost turnover. Natural enzymes Protease and Lipase work to boost natural turnover, while Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate aids in gently cleansing the skin without stripping away essential moisturization. The Epicutis difference: Typical cleansers create these micelles but use detergents that can break down our skin barrier and cause irritation.

And, if you haven’t heard the term bio-hacking, you must be unplugged. HigherDose has been leading the way in glam-detoxing, and this Infrared Blanket is their biggest star!

HIGHERDOSE INFRARED SAUNA BLANKET
PRICE: $699
SHOP: @higherdose.com
The original at-home infrared device, the Infrared Sauna Blanket, detoxifies the body, relaxes the mind, boosts your mood, promotes glowing skin, and stokes a healthy DOSE of your brain’s feel-good chemicals. Potential benefits include Improved Skin Health & Glow: Infrared, which increases your body’s core temperature over time, and helps push deeply-embedded impurities and toxins out of the skin to aid in acne reduction. The technology can also stimulate collagen production, improve skin texture and enhance your glow, giving you a more youthful complexion with continued use. Mood-Boosting Benefits: Just like the sun, infrared rays release natural yet effective doses of serotonin, endorphins, and dynorphins within the body to get you “high” naturally. The use of infrared also lowers the stress hormone cortisol to help you feel less anxious, allowing you to relax and fall asleep more easily. Put your body into a state of healing while releasing endorphins and dynorphins to get you “high” naturally.

July 5, 2023
Best Selling and Award-Winning Products on Tampa Bay Morning Blend PART 1

We all have a product we simply cannot live without. Today, on Tampa Bay Morning Blend, we’ll share the glam and highlight some of the consumer, editor, and viewer faves!

Now, you’ve definitely seen or heard of this first product, but I want to tell you why it’s the #1 toner out there.

Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner
PRICE: $5.99
SHOP: @amazon.com
Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner is powered by the highest grade of 100% natural distilled Witch Hazel available to cleanse, tone, and naturally purify the skin. It’s suitable for even the most sensitive of skin. Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner has a gentle, non-drying formula and is made with naturally distilled witch hazel to remove excess oil and impurities while refining pores. Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel is the only choice for the highest grade of witch hazel and has been providing purity and effectiveness for over 150 years. The pure power of Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel offers your skin many benefits, including removing impurities, refining skin, balancing complexion, and dissolving excess oil all while referring to and nourishing the skin.

Another name or brand you’ve seen pretty much everywhere is OGX. The brand has so many award-winning products in its catalog. However, the OG of OGX has been its best seller for over 10 Years! Plus, a beauty editor favorite!

OGX Extra Strength Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo & Conditioner
PRICE: $8.00
SHOP: @Amazon
An OGX best-selling duo for over ten years, the Extra Strength Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo & Conditioner repairs and hydrates dry, damaged hair.
OGX was the first mass haircare brand to use Argan Oil of Morocco as a primary ingredient to give hair a natural boost. The Shampoo & Conditioner is blended with water-based silk proteins to help smooth hair and provide a silky, shiny finish. Get up to 5x stronger hair in 2 washes and lock in moisture for gorgeous, salon-worthy hair!

Now the next brand is newer and maybe a new one for you, but this cleanser has become a GO-TO for anyone with breakouts or blemishes. It’s also a #1 best-selling and award-winning product.

Face Reality Ultra Gentle Cleanser
PRICE: $30.00
SHOP: @facerealityskincare.com
#1 best-selling and award-winning product. It’s a sulfate-free and fragrance-free gel cleanser that is safe for all skin types, including skin prone to blemishes, making it the perfect daily cleanser for all skin concerns:
Antioxidant-rich (green tea, licorice root, and mushroom extracts
Conditions and soothes skin with panthenol
Removes makeup (and is a great makeup brush cleanser)
Cleanses without drying
Viewers in the Tampa area can visit local Certified Acne Experts at H|K Plastic Surgery & MedSpa located on Madaca Lane, to get visible results in 90 days with a personalized treatment plan for clear, healthy skin. https://www.hkplasticsurgery.com/med-spa/skin/face-reality/

Now, we mentioned yoga mats, and wow, is Gaiam the GO-TO. They have so many styles, but what really keeps consumers coming back is texture, thickness, nonslip grounding, and price. You can’t beat Gaiam when it comes to mats.

Gaiam Premium Spiced Bouquet Yoga Mat
PRICE: $34.98
SHOP: @Gaiam.com
Lean into your best yoga self this Spring with this beautifully printed yoga mat. This particular yoga mat from Gaiam is 6mm thick to offer plenty of cushioning, while the textured surface helps keep you grounded during that morning stretch. It’s durable and lightweight to make it easy to get your wellness routine in no matter where you are.

And last but certainly NOT least, this next company is everywhere! After this segment, you can literally look anywhere, and somebody will have one of their baggs. What makes them so amazing are design, lightness, styles, and affordability! Plus, they are incredibly durable, washable, and also made from recycled materials.

Triple Zip Bagg- Blush Neoprene

Modern Pocket Crossbody- Seaglass

Modern Everywhere Hobo- Blush Shimmer

Baggallini Baggs
PRICE: $60-$110
SHOP: @baggallini.com
Chic and functional, Baggallini’s on-trend baggs are thoughtfully designed organizational features to help you feel prepared for wherever life takes you, sustainably crafted with lining made from recycled water bottles. Crafted to be clean, all Baggallini bags are water-resistant and antibacterial and crafted to protect you and your bagg. Female founded by two global travelers, Baggallini stays committed to creating functional, stylish baggs to enhance the lives of women in this ever-changing world.

April 27, 2023
Look and Feel Your Best in 2023

Whether you have fitness goals or are aiming for a better night’s sleep, we’ve got ways to make your 2023 BEST YOU journey easier today on Daytime Chicago.

Dreaming of a better night’s sleep? Maybe it’s time to upgrade your sheets.

PeachSkinSheets
Pricing starts at $75
SHOP: www.peachskinsheets.com/
PeachSkin sheets are great for everyone trying to stay cool during the hot summer nights or cozy during the freezing Chicago winter nights. Each sheet has a 1500 thread count-like level of softness that can’t be beaten! PeachSkinSheets are the softest sheets that keep hot sleepers cool and cool sleepers cozy. PeachSkinSheets come in 24 colors with a color and size for everyone. From twin, XL twin, to California King. All sizes and colors are affordable to keep your family cozy and get the best night’s sleep

The wrap-around eye mask has become the new accessory of the jet set. The silky ones are the best and I found these on Amazon for under $20.

ATreebag Mulberry Silk Eye Sleeping Mask
PRICE: $17.99
SHOP: @Amazon
This ATreebag large-size sleeping mask has a double-sided 100% mulberry silk surface, you can adjust the Velcro strap to fit your head circumference. It really works well at blocking the light to improve your bad sleep.

Another top goal is to look better or “glowier” in 2023 (as google reports as a top search). Combine that with the new MUSHROOM Skincare craze, and you have SHROOM. The new glow-getter in a bottle.

Shroom Mycelium Glow Brightening Serum
PRICE: $98
SHOP: @shroomskincare.skin
• The shroom boom is here – Mushroom0infused skincare is having a moment in 2023 and we’re here for it!
• Introducing the new Shroom Mycelium Glow Brightening Serum
• This a lightweight, luxuriously smooth, skin-brightening serum that combines the power of mushrooms and vitamin C to give you glowing, healthy-looking skin.
• Designed to address visible fine lines, dryness, redness and inflammation, and dull, uneven skin tone, this luxe oil absorbs seamlessly while delivering an instant glow to skin.
• Features Maitake, Reishi, Chaga and Cordyceps Sinensis Mushroom extracts. Free of parabens, also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free. Try smoothing it all over your legs for an extra healthy sheen and cuticals to address dry winter hands.

And, of course, health goals top the list for the leading 2023 resolution. Whether you are aiming to eat cleaner, lighter, or hit the gym, GO FOR IT! We are loving the new Bala Bangles for adding a little extra to your workout or just while doing the laundry at home. A little weight training sure does go a long way!

Bala Bangles
PRICE: $55 – $65
SHOP: @Amazon
• MADE TO MOVE | Add constant but comfortable hands-free resistance to your workouts and daily activities with this pair of wrist and ankle weights.
• ONE SIZE FITS ALL | Fully adjustable athletic elastic band and ultra-strong velcro make the Bangles a perfect fit for men and women alike.

January 26, 2023
Fast Track Your New Year Resolutions on Daytime Chicago

Are you ready to get started on those New Year’s resolutions? Do they include saving money with more DIY beauty options? maybe getting back into a steady workout routine? Today on Daytime Chicago, we’ve got some ways to keep you focused and even less achy and sore so you can stay committed to your new you in 2023.

Resolution: Clean Up Your Beauty Routine while saving money and time.
This saffron oil brings balance, brightness, and glowing radiance to the skin. Natural, organic plant extracts, that are simple, affordable, and Ayurvedic. Plus, you can even get them on amazon.

Life & Pursuits Saffron Face Oil
PRICE: $24.99
SHOP: @Amazon and @lifeandpursuits.com
This blend of natural plant extracts moisturizes and illuminates skin while reducing dark spots for a healthy glow. Life & Pursuits meticulously crafts Ayurvedic skin care products based on ancient Indian botanical wisdom, the latest advances in cosmetic science, and stringent organic standards. They focus on restoring balance: their nourishing products provide women with a clear path to reclaim their intrinsic inner and outer beauty, while their social and environmental initiatives help heal and protect the source and inspiration for everything they do: nature.

Sure, you can get clean styling products for your hair, but clean color? OH YES! Better Natured delivers perfect, clean color to your doorstep as often as you need it at a fraction of salon prices. Color your roots while binging on Netflix in your PJs.

Better Natured Hair Color
PRICE: $25.00
SHOP: @JCPENNEY.COM
• Better Natured® Liqui-Creme Hair Color delivers salon-quality, radiant color. 100% of women who tried it agree!**
• It provides rich, dimensional, vibrant color that lasts for up to 8 weeks. Better Natured’s vegan product formulas are completely free from animal-based ingredients!
• And, the gray coverage? Impeccable! In fact, 94% of women who tried it agree.**
• Our precisely calibrated technology allows YOU the freedom to mix shades for a customized result. That means that if you mix 1 ounce 6G with 1 ounce of 8G your result will be an exact 7G. Just be sure to follow our mixing instructions and always mix in equal parts color + developer.

RESOLUTION: Get Fit Fast
Or at least just get back to a steady and healthy fitness routine. It sounds great but the soreness and stiffness is pretty much the hardest part of keeping up with it.

mend Perform
PRICE: $45
SHOP: @mend.me
Mend is a life sciences company that created a nutritional product called Perform. Perform is perfect for those of us easing back into a fitness routine because it naturally alleviates soreness, stiffness, strains, and chronic inflammation associated with getting that body moving again. Whether it’s as a result of intense exercise or daily wear and tear, this potent blend of natural nutrition reduces chronic inflammation for smoother, easier movement. Clinically proven and fully organic, this unique formula harnesses the power of turmeric, ashwagandha, tart cherry, and ginger root to ease sore and stiff joints.

RESOLUTION: Inner Peace
Studies prove that when you slow down to write (even if just for 2 minutes a day) you are more mindful, accountable, and resolved. Plus, it gives you an amazing way to reflect on how much you’ve changed and grown. If you want to bring more self-care into your inner self in 2023, nothing beats journaling. Nothing.

December 29, 2022
Lightweight Summer Essentials on Tampa Bay Morning Blend

Summer is upon us and man oh man are we feeling the heat. Everything is sweaty, showers are all about cooling down, and everything we put on our skin needs to be weightless. Today on Tampa Bay Morning Blend, we share some summer essentials from scalp cooling shampoos to ways to work out without breaking a sweat. …and there’s a little bit of everything for both guys and gals! Products listed in order of appearance.

Olay Collagen Peptide24 Face Moisturizer
PRICE: Under $30
SHOP: @Olay.com
Formulated with Olay’s powerhouse peptide formula that features small molecules that penetrate the skin surface, visibly firming the skin in just one day. Olay’s highest concentration of peptide molecules have been shown to boost natural collagen production, AND it’s proven to hydrate better than a $400 cream! Includes dermatologist-recommended ingredients: Vitamin B3: Helps skin retain moisture keeping skin seriously hydrated and aids in surface skin cell exfoliation and regeneration to remove dull skin. Glycerin and Snow Mushroom Extract: Increase moisture levels and improve moisture retention to keep skin hydrated throughout the day.

Salvatore Ferragamo Intense Leather EDP
PRICE: $100
SHOP: @Bloomingdales
After the launch of the Ferragamo Eau de Toilette in 2020, the new Eau de Parfum evolves and projects the fragrance towards a more intense, decisive, and sensual interpretation of modern masculinity
Ferragamo Intense Leather is the new fragrance dedicated to those who are free-thinkers and know who they want to be. Features notes of mandarin, pink peppercorn, Clary sage absolute, Annurca apple accord, lily of the valley, Orris accord, oakmoss, Ferragamo Intense Leather exclusive accord, musk.

Beautopia Peppermint Scrub Shampoo + Conditioner
PRICE: $55 Shampoo + Conditioner LITER DUO
SHOP: @amazon
Formulated with 100% pure peppermint oil and aloe, Peppermint Scrub Purifying Shampoo + Balancing Conditioner promote healthy hair & scalp while offering a cool and refreshing bath & shower ritual for summer! Men & athletes love it. Kids love it! It’s Great For The Whole Family! At $55 for the Liter Duo, it is every savvy shopper’s dream deal.

glo910+
PRICE: $299
SHOP: @US.GLO910.com
Glo 910+ is the first of its kind. A handy device that treats cellulite and localized fat effectively without the use of intensive procedures and devices. Thanks to the deep subdermal massage that mobilizes fat and accumulated toxins, you can now say goodbye to cellulites.
The only one that uses SLIM tech® technology – an innovative combination of photoluminal energy that help it easier to penetrate different levels of the skin, while also stimulating the creation of collage and providing elasticity to connective tissue.

Arm & Hammer Foot Wipes
PRICE: $4.98
SHOP: @walmart
Arm & Hammer Cleansing & Refreshing Foot Wipes are the perfect on-the-go solution to refresh your feet just about anywhere! Formulated with Fresh Guard® Technology and Arm & Hammer™ Baking Soda to help neutralize odor from stinky feet while removing unwanted dirt, sweat, and impurities. These wipes contain skin-nourishing essential oils like Tea Tree Oil, Chamomile, and Cooling Menthol while remaining free from parabens & sulfates. Great for before bed, between showers, after the beach, gym, or a long hard day for whenever your feet need a quick pick-me-up.

truSculpt FLEX by Cutera
truSculpt flex is a muscle-sculpting device that offers personalized treatments based on patient fitness level, shape, and goals. Only truSculpt flex with Multi-Directional Stimulation (MDS) deploys a unique method of electrical muscle stimulation to target specific muscle groups using three treatment mode options, covering the largest treatment area in the body sculpting industry. For more information go to https://cutera.com/trusculptflex

July 8, 2021