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  • Carry-on Essentials for Holiday Travel on Daytime Chicago

    Carry-on Essentials for Holiday Travel on Daytime Chicago

    It’s almost time to pack your bags for the holiday travel season! ✈️☀️ Whether you’re craving a solo escape with your besties or a family adventure, STG is back on Daytime Chicago with some of our favorite packable essentials to take right on board! 

    Let’s start with the bag! It needs to be lightweight so we can stuff it, and multi-pocketed to keep us organized. Lo & Son’s won us over! 

    Lo & Sons Catalina Deluxe
    PRICE: $215
    SHOP: @loandsons.com
    Our OG best-selling weekender bag that’s available in eco-friendly sustainable materials, and is extremely versatile and durable. It comes with helpful features to keep your travels seamless—a bottom shoe compartment for dirty shoes, multiple interior pockets, and a luggage sleeve. Designed for travel, but can work well as a gym bag or in any situation where you have a lot to carry. It’s hard to keep your beauty routine in check when you don’t want to check a bag! I have seriously tested these next two brands, and I have even started using this fabulous bar on my son at HOME! 

    These next two brands have made life easier when trying to stay glam while on the go! I’m so obsessed with the shampoo bars that I now even use them at home.

    Davines Shampoo Bars
    PRICE: $27.00
    SHOP: @us.davines.com
    -Up to 60% more washes (up to 40) than the liquid version
    -Each family in the Essential Haircare line contains an active ingredient from a Slow Food Presidium farm that features the story, face, and name of the farmer who grew it with care and passion
    -These active ingredients are naturally obtained and broken down using sunflower oil which is a sustainable alternative to traditional chemical solvents. 
    -Silicone, sulphate and preservative-free.
    -B Corp

    35 Thousand Beauty Sleep Set
    PRICE: $155
    SHOP: @35thousand.com
    All products are multi-tasking, making it super easy to travel light. All products are formulated with OTG7 Complex, a combination of ingredients that the brand created. The 7 ingredients are: Red Algae Extract, Pea Protein, Prebiotic Chicory Root, Extract of Frankincense, Wild Indigo, Tripeptides, Korean Bush Cover. 35 Thousand used research from a Harvard study on flight attendants ‘ skin to figure out exactly what the needs of skin are when traveling
    Designed to end the compromise between traveling light and traveling beautifully, 35 Thousand’s scientifically formulated products contain only plant-based ingredients, are cruelty-free, noncomedogenic, dermatologically tested and sustainably packaged, and are designed to address the effects of flying on the skin to keep it glowing whether at altitude or at home. Because if it works up there, it’ll work anywhere.

    This brush set is beyond fabulous if you apply makeup on the go! It even has a built-in light for times when your hotel room or plane is dimly lit. 

    Travel Makeup Brush Set Foundation
    PRICE: $16.99
    SHOP: @amazon

    This one is perfect for the Diva, Divo, or even if you travel with kids! I even put my son’s swim goggles inside! 

    SunGlass Roller
    PRICE: $26.00
    SHOP: @amazon
    Innovative folding sunglasses case with 5 slots to provide maximum storage capacity with minimal space. You can store your sunglasses and prescription glasses in one place without having to carry multiple different cases.

  • Clean Beauty Favorites on New Day Northwest

    Clean Beauty Favorites on New Day Northwest

    A shift towards cleaner and greener products is taking center stage in the evolving beauty world. From the meticulous crafting of formulations to the sustainable innovation in packaging, every aspect is now under scrutiny and conscious consideration. Today, we’re back in Seattle on New Day Northwest to share the latest finds and show what makes them stand out as exceptional gems in the clean beauty mega sphere.

    Garnier has stood out for over a decade as a maverick in cleaning up all aspects of their products. These shampoo bars are brilliant. They create shine and are easy to use and rinse. Plus, they are clean and green from formulation to packaging and are even 97% Biodegradable. 

    Garnier Whole Blends Shampoo Bars   
    PRICE: $8.99
    SHOP: @garnierusa.com
    The nourishing formulas cleanse and lather like a liquid shampoo. They soften, repair, and revitalize hair, resulting in shinier and healthy-looking strands. Formulated with 94% plant-based ingredients, the shampoo bars are blended without silicones, preservatives, soap, or dyes. The fast-rinsing formulas are 97% biodegradable and dermatologist-tested for safety. To use wet hair and the solid shampoo to make foam, hold the bar and lather from roots to tips, massage the scalp, and rinse. Each easy-to-use bar lasts up to 40 washes.
    Garnier is Approved by Cruelty-Free International – Garnier is committed to creating a world where no animals suffer in a laboratory.

    Another brand you’ll want to take to the shower is EC30. 

    EC30 Clean Body Wash
    PRICE: $19.00
    SHOP: @EC30Clean.com
    Want to know what it’s like to wash your body with a lighter carbon footprint? Our body wash strikes a perfect balance we all want: efficiently cleans your skin of sweat and dirt yet leaves your skin moisturized and soft.
    *Carries luxurious, lasting perfume.
    *Fluffy bubbles lather at your fingertips.
    *Leaves skin supple and moisturized

    If you haven’t heard of this next product, I’ll catch you up. Editors tout this cream by Comfort Zone as being better than LeMer and as clean as a product can be.

    Comfort Zone HYDRAMEMORY RICH SORBET CREAM
    PRICE: $71
    SHOP: @amazon
    Vegan formula that is enriched with SKIN-ADAPTIVE HYDRATION technology: Prickly Pear Extract from regenerative organic agriculture and Macro Hyaluronic Acid,, combined with biomimetic sorbet texture, gives comfort and intense hydration to the skin, which is immediately softer, smoother and more radiant. Its refillable packaging is a sustainable solution to reduce the use of materials and CO2 emissions. Contains 98,4% natural-origin ingredients

    Recently, in my editor community, there’s been a lot of pushback on which lash serums actually work and which are meh. As someone who religiously applies one at night, I was surprised to find out that many of the products on the market are merely an oil derivative, and some of the ingredients are not even suitable for the eyes. I can attest, and many a TikToker that Nulastin works and the formula is clean. I haven’t tried the brow serum out yet, but it’s also a fan favorite. 

    NULASTIN® LASH and BROW Dual System with Elastaplex®
    PRICE: $139
    SHOP: @nulastin.com 
    Notice up to 60% longer-looking lashes & 120% fuller-looking brows. If you have short, thin lashes or sparse brows, our proven LASH & BROW Dual System with Elastaplex® Technology visibly boosts the length and density of eyelashes and eyebrows — regardless of your age, gender, or health. Made with skin-safe, ethically sourced, naturally derived ingredients and backed by five issued U.S. patents, our groundbreaking formulas have been proven to support the body’s natural ability to stimulate the replenishment of elastin. In a 12-week clinical evaluation, participants experienced up to 60% longer-looking eyelashes and up to 120% fuller-looking eyebrows.

    I was sent Naked Sundays to review while I was in Florida. So, let’s say I really got to test out the SPF aspects of the brand, but I also loved the makeup. Because the product is so clean, I didn’t hesitate to use the blush sticks on my young nieces. I think we will be seeing a lot more from this brand.  

    Naked Sundays SPF50 Sheer Glow Balm Sticks Trio
    PRICE: $55
    SHOP: @NakedSundays.com
    Makeup meets SPF with these multi-tasking mineral SPF sheer makeup sticks Trio includes three shades: Rosé, Champagne, and Espresso Martini – a rosy pink, a shimmering highlighter, and a subtle bronze that can be used as blush, highlighter, eye shadow base, lip color, and contour  To use, apply your usual SPF onto your clean face. Then, swipe balms onto cheeks, lips, and eyelids for layered SPF

  • National Relaxation Day is August 15th

    National Relaxation Day is August 15th

    Tomorrow is National Relaxation Day, and yes, it falls on a work day, but it never hurts to take a minute to breathe and relax, even if at your desk. Besides, relaxation is about taking care of yourself, and we visited our Gal Pals at Daytime Chicago to ShareTheGlam and some self-care products that have a decompressing effect.

    Nothing beats a good book, and this one is from a Chicago Author and is all about checking in with yourself and your mental and physical health. 

    Glow: 90 Days to Create Your Vibrant Life from Within
    PRICE: $20.69
    SHOP: @Amazon
    Transform your health with morning and evening meditations grounded in Chicago-based Dr. Stacie Stephenson’s holistic approach to physical and mental wellness that centers around a VIBRANT lifestyle. No matter where you are pursuing a healthier life, in just minutes each day, you can shine like never before! In this powerful book of meditations, inspirations, and motivations, functional medicine expert and bestselling author (and Chicago local!) Dr. Stacie Stephenson provides an accessible and exciting plan to incorporate mindfulness practices into your mornings and evenings to enhance your mindset, health, nutrition, and quality of life.

    Now, you know I love my beauty products, and two things that resonate with me that make me feel like I’m taking time for myself are skincare and a good long bath or shower. First off, let’s talk about relaxing skincare. Nothing beats a good scrub, followed by a mask. 

    RapidRenew® Skin Perfecting Polish
    PRICE:  $34.99
    SHOP: @CVS
    From the makers of RapidLash Eyelash Enhancing Serum, comes RapidRenew® Skin Perfecting Polish, a highly advanced exfoliating polish for face, neck and décolleté that instantly reveals a smoother, brighter, more youthful-looking complexion.
    Plus, it delivers long-term benefits that keep working even after rinse-off!
    Key Ingredients Include:
    Magnesium Oxide Crystals, Polypeptidess, Lime Pearl, Bromelain, Sodium Bicarbonate, Vitamins (A, C, and E).

    As Of Today R-Peptide Renewing Mask
    PRICE: $30.00
    SHOP: @asoftoday.com
    Award-winning CLEAN BEAUTY skincare brand, featured in Vogue UK, Harper’s Bazaar, called “AS OF TODAY” – as in, “AS OF TODAY, your skin starts to get better!” Better than yesterday, AS OF TODAY! AS OF TODAY’s R-Peptide Renewing Masks – should become an essential part of your weekly spa day! These masks: are for wrinkle care, rejuvenating skin vitality, soothing, restoring the skin barrier, improved skin tone. You will feel this difference with just one application! Softer skin instantly! It’s been clinically proven to improve hydration by up to 83 percent and wrinkle depth shortened by 58 percent!  Relatively, we can say that the one-sheet mask contains the full bottle of R-Peptide ampoule, which has 1% R-Peptide in the bottle. The hero ingredient is the R-Peptide! It’s the latest scientific innovation in clean skincare. It’s a naturally derived, neuro-calming peptide that reverses signs of stress aging. – (R-Peptide Clinical Results in 2-8 weeks: Hydration 83% up, Wrinkle Depth 58% down, Smoothness 30% up).

    Next Stop: Bring on a long hot shower. This next product makes washing your hair a spa experience. I know that sounds insane, but the tea tree oil makes your scalp and your senses feel invigorated, and add a bit of massage, and you are a new person. 

    Renpure Tea Tree & Aloe Refreshing Shampoo and Conditioner
    PRICE: $7.48
    SHOP: @walmart
    Renpure’s Tea Tree & Aloe Refreshing Shampoo and Conditioner cleanses hair gently, soothes dry scalp, invigorates the senses, and leaves hair feeling soft with a healthy shine.
    Formulated with Tea Tree Leaf Oil and Aloe Leaf Juice, the Tea Tree & Aloe duo boasts invigorating and refreshing qualities, providing a spa-like experience right in the comfort of one’s own home.
    Each product in the Renpure lineup is free from over 1600 harmful ingredients, and the brand’s dedication to sustainability extends to 100% recyclable packaging and fully recyclable pumps.

    And last but not least, I’m obsessed with this next product. Summer makes my legs and feet so dry and ashy. I use this product right after the shower and massage my calves and feet. It’s amazing and makes dry skin glow. 

    Amopé Radiant Skin Leg & Foot Daily Hydrating Serum
    PRICE: $11.99
    SHOP: CVS, CVS.com and Amazon
    Specially formulated to instantly enhance your skin’s appearance, revealing a beautiful glow. Enriched with ingredients like shea butter, collagen, Vitamin E, and fruit extracts. The nourishing, concentrated elixir that is light as a feather provides all-day moisturization and leaves your skin feeling silky smooth, soft, and glowing.

  • Multi-Tasking Summer Products on Daytime Chicago

    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.

  • BEST PRODUCTS FOR A SWEATY SUMMER

    BEST PRODUCTS FOR A SWEATY SUMMER

    Tomorrow June 21st kicks off the official start of the summer season, and it will get hot. I’m back on Daytime Chicago to sharetheglam and show us some of the fun products she’s been testing out in time for the hottest and sweatiest season of the year. 

    First off, let’s talk about sweat! We tried many different products to combat wetness and stinkiness, and the winner is Secret Clinical (as usual). 

    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. 

    And nothing beats the heat more than a fabulous shower. We looked for a body wash that was effective at stripping off sweat and sunscreen but also left skin hydrated! This body wash from Hempz is so good, and also the scent is like a tropical vacation. 

    Hempz Sweet Pineapple & Honey Melon Herbal Body Wash 
    PRICE: $12.99
    SHOP: @hempz.com
    The NEW Hempz Sweet Pineapple & Honey Melon Herbal Body Wash is the perfect body care product for smooth summer skin! Its 3 in 1 formula gently exfoliates, cleanses and hydrates. Designed to nourish the skin, this body wash contains alpha hydroxy acids to exfoliate skin, shea butter to help replenish moisture, aloe vera to hydrate and soothe skin and of course, 100% pure natural hemp seed oil for long lasting moisture. With notes of juicy pineapple, fresh melon, and juicy mango, this tropically scented moisturizer is perfect for beautiful smelling summer skin! Also available in 5 other best-selling scents for $12.99 on Hempz.com.

    Another product or rather garment we fell in love with for summer is this gorgeous anti-chaffing thigh band. 

    Bandelettes Thigh Bands
    PRICE: $19.99
    SHOP: @ Bandelettes.com and Amazon 
    The brand’s mission is to help women feel comfortable and confident, providing a sexy solution to an unsexy problem – thigh chafing! Bandelettes Thigh Bands are designed to wear on your upper thighs under skirts and dresses to prevent chafing. Bandelettes Thigh Bands are a best-seller on Amazon and have over 10k 5-star ratings. Bandelettes Thigh Bands are available in lace or solid microfiber and feature non-slip silicone strips around the inside to keep bands in place all day long. 

    We love anything that takes the brassiness out of our hair color, but summer is notorious for depleting shine too. Hair Biology did it again with this gorgeous collection.

    Hair Biology Silver and Glowing Collection
    PRICE: $9.99 each
    SHOP: @hairbiology.us and Target
    Brassy hair is a result of years of coloring, excessive heat styling, UV rays from the sun, swimming in chlorinated pools, and even pollution. It can be very frustrating when you’ve previously sparkled and now your glow is gone. Sound familiar? Far too many women fall culprit to unwanted shades of yellow — bringing them further away from their ideal hair color, whether that be a luscious grey or blonde. But it doesn’t have to be this way. How? Say hello to silver shampoo and conditioner.

    And last but not least, summer is all about minimizing your beauty routine. If you’re still getting lash extensions, summer is a great time to give your lashes and wallet a break. This serum combo is a TikTok darling and has a brow-boosting product in it. 

    NULASTIN® LASH and BROW Dual System with Elastaplex®
    PRICE: $139
    SHOP: @nulastin.com
    Notice up to 60% longer-looking lashes & 120% fuller-looking brows. If you have short, thin lashes or sparse brows, our proven LASH & BROW Dual System with Elastaplex® Technology visibly boosts the length and density of eyelashes and eyebrows — regardless of your age, gender, or health. Made with skin-safe, ethically sourced, naturally derived ingredients and backed by five issued U.S. patents, our groundbreaking formulas have been proven to support the body’s natural ability to stimulate the replenishment of elastin. In a 12-week clinical evaluation, participants experienced up to 60% longer-looking eyelashes and up to 120% fuller-looking eyebrows.

  • More Summer Essentials in Tampa

    More Summer Essentials in Tampa

    Florida always tends to be hot, but when it comes to the summer season, it can get steamy too. Sharetheglam is back on Tampa Bay Morning Blend to share some of her favorite summer essentials, and she even has some new trends! 

    Let’s face it, we need both antiperspirant and deodorant, but this brand works even on stress sweat!

    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. Available at Target and mass retailers for $12.95 in 2.6oz size.

    This could be the most refreshing way to get the day off your face, AND it has hyaluronic and aloe in the formulation. THANK YOU, GARNIER!

    Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water with Hyaluronic Acid + Aloe 
    PRICE: $10.49
    SHOP: @garnierusa.com
    America’s #1 Micellar Brand* This all-in-1 replumping micellar cleansing water is a facial cleanser and makeup remover that is surprisingly powerful, yet gentle on skin. The Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water with Hyaluronic Acid and Aloe cleanses and removes makeup, while making skin look re-plumped. Like a magnet, micelles capture and lift away dirt, oil, and makeup without harsh rubbing, leaving skin perfectly clean without over-drying. Gentle on the skin, the cleanser is formulated without alcohol, oils, or fragrance and, is free from parabens, sulfates, and can be used to remove face makeup and eye makeup. Vegan and cruelty-free, approved by Cruelty-Free International under the Leaping Bunny program.*Source: based on Nielsen sales data, units sold, FY 2022

    When looking for a full body scrub, you simply cannot find a better formulation than Face Reality, and it is safe for acne or sensitive-prone skin. 

    Face Reality Antioxidant Scrub
    PRICE: $31.00
    SHOP: FaceRealitySkincare.com
    June is Acne Awareness Month! Keep your skin clear with this acne-safe scrub that can wash off grime, self-tanner, and SPF at the end of a long Summer day! This product can be used on both the face and body. A sulfate-free scrub cleanser formulated with a potent complex of antioxidants to help support acne-prone skin. Natural cellulose beads gently exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin cells and improve penetration of active treatment products. It contains Green Tea, Licorice Root, and Mushroom Extracts. 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. 

    Hair can be oily at the root and dry on the ends during summer months leading us to wash more. This JUMBO, clean brand is soooo good, affordable, and back by popular demand at Costco. 

    Super Nature Gentle Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner 
    PRICE: $14.99 each
    SHOP: Costco Wholesale Clubs nationwide and costco.com
    Back by popular demand, the Super Nature Gentle Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner has returned to Costco Wholesale Clubs nationwide and Costco.com. Super Nature was created with a simple mission: to take the sacrifice out of natural personal care products. They combine ingredients from nature, like potent aloe, with advanced science to craft solutions that your hair and the planet will love. The Super Nature Gentle Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner system provides 3x more moisture than competing shampoos, and products are sulfate free, paraben free, dye free, certified PETA-cruelty free, and vegan. Each formula is 96% naturally derived and safe for color-treated hair. Additionally, bottles are made with up to 50% recycled material and manufactured in a zero-waste-to-landfill facility.

    Okay, let’s talk trends! Whether it’s red light for glowing skin without sun damage or blue light for a bright white smile, light therapy is all the rage. 

    HigherDOSE Red Light Face Mask 
    PRICE: $349
    SHOP: @HigherDOSE.com
    Inspired by the elements of nature and powered by advanced biohacking technologies, HigherDOSE’s offerings are designed to ignite well-being through the glowing benefits of Infrared light therapy. In 2016 HigherDOSE was founded by two female entrepreneur bio-hackers, Lauren Berlingeri and Katie Kaps. Mimicking the sun’s rejuvenating rays, HigherDOSE’s Red Light Face Mask enhances your skin’s natural processes while giving that same feel-good effect you get from laying in the sun – without the harmful UV rays. Loved by celebrities: Gwenyth Paltrow, Helena Christensen, Carmindy Beauty, Lily Alridge, Gucci Westman

    GO SMILE BLU Brushing & Whitening Device
    PRICE: $118.00
    SHOP: @GOSMILE.com
    *It comes with Foaming & Whitening paste
    *It comes with a brushing mouthpiece and a whitening tray
    *Hands-Free Device
    *The powerful blue light kills bacteria and accelerates the whitening

    and…. it’s time to swap out your fragrance, ladies. Summer is calling for a fresh and bright scent. The two top-trending fragrances of summer are simply intoxicating!

    Vince Camuto Bella Notte
    PRICE: $92.00
    SHOP: @Macys
    • Bella Notte is inspired by her favorite fragrance Bella but intensified & perfect for bringing her into the night.
    • Category: Floral Woody
    • Intense and alluring, for the woman is exhilarated by what the night offers.

    Tommy Bahama Seascape for Her
    PRICE: $75.00
    SHOP: @macys
    Escape to the tropics with St. Barts Seascape, a new fragrance by Tommy Bahama.
    Category: Floral Fruity Musky.
    Intoxicating and addictive to capture the feeling of relaxing on the sand.

  • Summer Essentials on Daytime Chicago

    Summer Essentials on Daytime Chicago

    It’s getting warm out there, and summer is just around the corner. Are you taking the kids on vacation or maybe hiding out on a sunny day lakeside? We visit Daytime Chicago to share some of her fave summer essentials for you and your family.

    First off, you mentioned taking kids on vacation

    TickTalk 4
    PRICE: $189.99
    SHOP: @myticktalk.com
    TickTalk 4 is the safest kids smartwatch for ages 5+
    It combines video and voice calling, in-app messaging, location tracking, and more to stay connected to your child.
    All the positives of a cell phone without the typical distractions of the internet, games, or social media. Keeping parents in the driver’s seat of their child’s first (non) cell phone and providing peace of mind by staying in touch with them at a moment’s notice. TickTalk 4 includes a free SIM card for an affordable, pay-as-you-go, no-contract TickTalk Wireless plan starting at $9.99 per month.

    Let’s talk makeup next. Statement blush is all the rage for the season, and these nourishing YENSA creams are so pretty!

    YENSA Super 8 Silk Bounce Cream Blush
    PRICE: $32.00
    SHOP: @yensa.com
    YENSA introduces the new Super 8 Silk Bounce Cream Blush, a unique silky cream formula that gives an airbrushed and dewy finish.
    Formulated with the brand’s 8 SuperBlacks Essence, including Black Sesame Oil, Black Seaweed, Black Tea, Shiitake Mushroom, Black Rice, Korean Black Raspberries, Nettle and Chia Seeds, to provide non-drying, nourishing results.
    Available in eight (8) shades. On set, we had Ginger Blaze, Radiant Rose, and Berry Passion.

    Next off, skin and hair. Summer has a weird way of simultaneously making things oily with sweat but super dried out. 

    This body collection brings hyaluronic to your body wash and lotion! I love how they supported moms for Mother’s Day as well!

    Olay Hyaluronic Acid Body Collection
    PRICE: $5-$10
    SHOP: @walmart
    To provide maternal support for mothers both inside and out, Olay Body and Walmart joined forces to donate $100,000 to Every Mother Counts, a non-profit dedicated to making pregnancy and childbirth safe, equitable, and respectful for every mother everywhere. Both of the products in the promotion are made with the prestige skincare ingredient Hyaluronic Acid. Known to attract and retain moisture like a magnet, Hyaluronic Acid can hold up to 1000X its weight in moisture. Products are available from a range of $5-$10. Learn more about Olay Body’s partnership with Every Mother Counts at Walmart.com.

    Hair is always a mess in summer and needs some extra love! We love this brand and all of its natural goodness!

    Super Nature Gentle Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner
    PRICE: $14.99
    SHOP: @Costco and costco.com
    Super Nature was created with a simple mission: to take the sacrifice out of natural personal care products. They combine ingredients from nature, like responsibly sourced potent aloe, with advanced science to craft solutions that your hair and the planet will love. The Super Nature Gentle Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner system provides 3x more moisture than competing shampoos, and products are sulfate free, paraben free, dye free, certified PETA-cruelty free, and vegan. Each formula is 96% naturally derived and safe for color-treated hair. Additionally, bottles are made with up to 50% recycled material and manufactured in a zero-waste-to-landfill facility. 

    What summer essentials segment would be complete without some sun protection? 
    We’re still obsessed with Tizo!

    TiZO AM Replenish Lightly Tinted
    PRICE: $48.00
    SHOP: @tizoskin.com
    TIZO® AM Replenish Lightly Tinted is formulated with Zinc Oxide, Ceramides, and powerful Antioxidants (Vitamins C and E). Zinc Oxide protects against UV damage and Ceramides help restore the lipid layer. TIZO® AM Replenish helps prevent future UV damage and aids in the repair of existing damage resulting in long-lasting moisturization. 
    *Broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 40 protection
    *Ceramides help reinforce the skin’s natural lipid barrier
    *It contains antioxidant vitamins C & E to combat free radical damage
    *FREE of chemical sunscreen filters, dyes, fragrances, oils, and preservatives
    *Reef Friendly, Ideal under makeup or alone

    This bag is our new go-to for summer because it holds your hat neatly when you’re indoors!

    HAT ATTACK The Original Canvas Traveler Bag- Navy Stripe
    PRICE: $159
    SHOP: @hatattack.com
    Our top-selling Original Straw Traveler is now offered in canvas! It is sure to brighten up your spring and summer with a special built-in spot for your favorite sunhat! Packable for easy travel and roomie for all of your sarongs, bathing suits, and sunscreen.
    *hat sold separately
    Shop Solid Natural
    Material: 100% Cotton
    Measurements: 20″ x 14″, Handle Drop- 10″
    Spot Clean with Damp Cloth