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  • DAY 1: Holiday Gifting Tour on Seattle New Day Northwest

    DAY 1: Holiday Gifting Tour on Seattle New Day Northwest

    It’s that time of year when we often face the challenge of buying for those elusive individuals on our lists—those who, perhaps, haven’t sent Santa a wishlist. Fear not; for today, we’re here to share some glam, functional, and fun gift ideas for those hard-to-shop-for on your list on New Day Northwest!

    The Gift for Kids that Gets Them Outside and Off Their Phones
    First off, let’s talk kids! When they sent me this toy to test out, I thought, “Oh, this looks fun”, but I had no idea how much fun it truly was going to be. Plus, it’s easy, mess-free, non-toxic, and the charge lasts. The accessories are great, and it doesn’t break the bank to restock the gels. It’s meant for kids, but I have had fun blasting a few other parents, too. 

    GEL BLASTER SURGE
    PRICE: $39.99
    SHOP: @amazon
    Get outside and experience play in a whole new way with our original blaster—the Gel Blaster Surge! Surge uses water-based Gellets®. Rechargeable, mess-free, non-toxic, and safe for kids! Semi- and Fully-Automatic Blaster modes. Comes with 10,000 Gellets®. Gellets® disintegrate upon impact and evaporate in the backyard, meaning no tedious cleanup!
    Get up to 4 hours of play on a single charge via USB-C.

    Fragrance is still the #1 selling beauty gift in department stores, but they are getting so expensive. 
    This set is such a deal at $50; it smells great and is super versatile. I know because my sister wears it, and I have watched people stop her and ask her what perfume she is wearing. It’s just one of those universally liked scents at an affordable price for the holidays. 

    JLO Fragrances Promise Gift Set
    PRICE: $50.00
    SHOP: Amazon, JCP
    Fresh and captivating top notes of Italian tangerine, pink berries and nashi pear, give way to a heart of floral orris, jasmine sambac, and honeysuckle and powerful base notes of wood with crystallized amber. Stunning multifacet glass bottle, luxuriously crafted with rose gold detailing.
    The Promise Gift Set contains an Eau de Parfum 50oz, Luxury Miniature 10oz, and Body Lotion oz – the perfect gift for anyone on your shopping list this season. 

    Acne products are another big spend for families this time of year.
    If you’re a teen or a tween and have breakouts, chances are you’ve asked for a remedy for the holidays. These resurfacing pads just won the People En Español Star Beauty Award 2023 for Acne Innovations. One step makes it much easier for young and mature alike to follow through. 

    Theraderm Brilliance Boost Resurfacing Pads
    PRICE: $50.00
    SHOP: @Theraderm and Amazon
    Discover the secret to radiant, rejuvenated skin with Brilliance Boost Resurfacing Pads! This jar of 50 pads is enriched with a blend of Lactic and Mandelic acids for a smooth texture, ethyl ascorbic acid for a youthful glow, Arbutin for complexion clarity, and alantoin for a soothing touch. Witness a visible transformation as your skin adopts a smoother texture, a clearer complexion, and an enviable luminosity with every application. Elevate your skincare routine with this luxurious, gentle, yet effective solution suitable for all skin types!

    The following three products are splurge items, and most of us can’t afford to drop the cash on ourselves, BUT WE ALL WOULD LIKE TO GET THEM AS A GIFT!

    They sent me this robe, and I honestly live in it as soon as I get home. It’s like wrapping yourself in washable fur. My son loves it, too, and snuggles me up when we watch TV on the couch.

    PeachyMink™ x PeachSkinSheets Luxury Robes
    PRICE: $300
    SHOP: @peachskinsheets.com
    Available in black & white on Peachskinsheets.com
    Inclusive sizing range (S-5XL)
    Luxurious ultra-plush faux fur exterior – Can be worn indoors as a robe or outdoors as a coat; it’s that beautiful!

    The science behind this skincare is game-changing. It’s shaking up the whole world of aging. So, if you want to splurge on someone obsessed with their skin or looking youthful, this will bring them joy! 

    ELEVAI infinity
    PRICE: $299
    SHOP: @elevaiskincare.com
    ELEVAI Skincare is the first exosome product developed specifically to be used topically and the first shelf-stable exosome skincare formulation.
    ELEVAI’s proprietary exosome technology mimics the skin’s natural regeneration process, optimizing outcomes after in-office procedures like laser treatments and microneedling, and helps to maintain the lifelong health of skin by supporting collagen and elastin production.
    ELEVAI products can penetrate deep into the skin, supporting the skin’s natural repair and rejuvenation process.

    And the Queen of LUX and CLEAN has her number #1 selling liners all together in the “greatest hits” collection. 

    Victoria Beckham Beauty Satin Kajal Liner: VB’s Greatest Hits
    PRICE: $210
    SHOP: @victoriabeckhambeauty.com
    Elevate your holiday glamour. For Victoria Beckham, no festive look is complete without an accent from her favourite eye pencil. Satin Kajal Liner: VB’s Greatest Hits offers a collection of 8 unique shades — all easy to apply, universally wearable and exquisitely curated by Victoria herself — presented in a lightweight cylinder case, ideal for travel. Shades included: bestseller Cocoa, classic Black, Sea Grey, Olive, glimmering Sequin Green, Bronze, Night Flash, and Cinnamon, a warm brown shimmer debuting this winter. Whether your preferred style is winged, smoked or tightened, there’s a shade and look for every holiday fete. OVER 10,000 5-STAR REVIEWS. Bestselling and beloved, Satin Kajal Liner is a creamy, smudge-free, and essential eyeliner. Share the ready-to-gift Satin Kajal Liner: Greatest Hits Collection with someone inspired.

  • 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.

  • FALL 2023 Trends on Daytime TV

    FALL 2023 Trends on Daytime TV

    Since January, I’ve been hitting events showcasing foods, fashion, and beauty “on trend” for FALL 2023. Here is what stood out. 

    Food:
    Cow’s, soy, almond, and oat milk are now yesterday’s news. We’ve got a new creamy and super yummy alternative with Macadamia Milk. 

    Milkadamia
    PRICE: $5.49 to $6.49
    SHOP: @WholeFoods
    Celebrate the coziness of Fall with Milkadamia’s deliciously made, regeneratively farmed macadamia nut milk. Only the highest quality raw, not roasted, macadamia nuts create Milkadamia’s smooth taste and milky creaminess. It’s the tastiest choice for your coffee, breakfast cereal, or superfood smoothie. You can even cook with Milkadamia this holiday season! Sweet and Savory recipes LOVE Milkadamia milks. Stir it into soup or add it to your favorite baked fall treat. It’s dairy free, soy free, GMO free, and gluten free!

    It used to be LOW CARB; now it’s LOW CARBON. 
    Meatless is still the it girl of these events, and jerky seems to be the most authentic snack of 2023. Ironically, this brand has been around for a while but is still top of the list for taste and texture.

     

    Louisville Smoky Carolina BBQ – Vegan Jerky
    PRICE: $7.50
    SHOP: @wholefoods
    The nostalgic BBQ flavor in our smoky Carolina jerky comes from the sweet and smoky goodness of authentic Carolina mustard bbq.  Our sauciest recipe yet is lip-smackingly awesome and impossible to put down.

    Beauty:
    There are so many makeup trends it’s hard to keep track for Fall. You can’t nail down one style that is more relevant than another.TikTok has really just shuffled up everything, but we can tell you clean is still supreme and also GLOSS! Layer some gorgeous gloss over that lipliner!

    Theraderm Anti-Aging Lip Complex
    PRICE: $35.00
    SHOP: @amazon.com
    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.
    *Helps reduce the appearance of lip bleed lines
    *Clinically tested and proven to increase lip volume
    *Enhances the effects of professional dermal fillers
    *Aids in the prevention of lipstick feathering
    *Active Ingredients: Palmitoyl oligopeptide (Peptide), Avocado Oil, Vitamin E
    *Does Not Contain: Parabens, Menthol, camphor or capsasin, Fragrances, Gluten, Never tested on animals

    Dark Spot remedies are trending globally in skincare. We took a deep dive into a few brands, and one topped our list and many editors, too. Fall is the season to banish dark spots, and “boosters” are the new way to play!

    Protéger Get Even Booster
    PRICE: $52.00
    SHOP: @protegerdaily.com
    Hyperpigmentation and dark spots are a common skincare concern in the fall after spending time in the sun all summer long
    Protéger’s Get Even Booster is a great addition to your fall skincare routine
    It’s a targeted treatment serum that fades hyperpigmentation, like dark spots, sun damage. It also brightens skin and refines the appearance of pore size.
    It’s formulated with salicylic acid, spinach leaf extract, aloe leaf juice, glycerin, and kiwi fruit water. Protéger products are designed to be used from head to toe, so you can also apply it to your décolletage, the back of your hands, or any area that was exposed to sun this summer.

    Fashion and Accessories:
    Watches are everything for 2023, but Fall has really inspired some fabulous collaborations. We are obsessed with these by Jacquie Aiche and Timex. 

    JacquieAiche X Timex Intuition Collection
    PRICE: $350
    SHOP: @timex.com
    The new Jacquie Aiche – Intuition Collection will take you on a magical journey of self-discovery through style and sophistication. Embellished with Turquoise, Goldstone, and Mother of Pearl, each timepiece in this collection serves as an alluring guide, reminding you to trust your intuition and appreciate every moment in life. Use that inner voice to embrace your time to shine! 

    We’re seeing waistlines lower in fashion; baggy is the new skinny. Neutrals and winter whites are the season’s colors, and satin and foils are the texture. We love these gold boots. They’re on sale now @ DSW!

    Madden Girl Chantele Boot for DSW
    PRICE: $79.99
    SHOP: @DSW
    Make a stylish statement in the Chantele boot from Madden Girl. This pair features a sleek heel, a pointed toe, and a bright hue. 

  • Trending for ALL AGES in Seattle

    Trending for ALL AGES in Seattle

    As Gen Xers reach middle age, there’s a growing investment in creating products tailored to this solution-seeking consumer. For fall, trends are shifting towards comfort, balance, and preserving youth, which ironically is also a priority for the Gen Y and Z community. Fragrance is back, and we’re seeing major upgrades to rain boots and lipgloss. Skincare is more sensitive and smarter, and menopause has taken over supplements. We head back to Seattle and the set of New Day Northwest to share some insight on what products are trending from Gen X to Z.

    Gen X ers wore a lot of cologne and perfume back in the day; a lot of it was UNISEX. Then everything simmered out with millennials and fine fragrance. Well, I don’t know if you’ve gotten a sniff, but fragrance is back. According to the top perfume hub in Seattle, A.K.A Macys, this scent designed for men still leads sales. It’s fresh, light, and popular with all ages and genders. 

    Tommy Bahama Maritime
    PRICE: $84.00
    SHOP: @Macys
    Drawing inspiration from the pleasure of sailing, MARITIME is an ode to the dynamism and power of the sea. A fresh, invigorating fragrance for the spirited explorer, this fragrance blends aromatic botanicals with intriguing complexity for a scent that evokes warm trade winds over crystal-clear waters. Tommy Bahama Maritime is an invigorating scent that layers herbaceous notes over sandalwood, musk, moss, and ambergris. It’s an intriguing fragrance with a fresh, warm scent for the spirited explorer.

    Every decade, our skin takes on a new challenge, and I’ve never met anyone who has looked in the mirror and thought I wish I looked older after 30. Whether it’s hormonal acne or menopause, chances are you’ve used Cetaphil to aid your sensitive skin. Now, the brand has just launched its first-ever collection of anti-aging products. THEY ARE PHENOMENAL! 

    Cetaphil Healthy Renew Face Serum
    PRICE: $22.99
    SHOP: @Target
    Navigating physical signs of aging with sensitive skin can be a challenge, as common ingredients like Retinol can be too harsh for sensitive skin. This is why Cetaphil created their first anti-aging line, Healthy Renew. The entire line harnesses Retinol alternative, Purified Peptides, to deliver clinically proven results, helping to defend against visible signs of aging, while being gentle enough for sensitive skin. The Healthy Renew Face Serum absorbs quickly and visibly improves skin’s firmness, texture, and tone while boosting skin’s luminosity and hydrating for 24 hours.

    LIPGLOSS is here to stay for another season, with everyone from teens to grandmas rejoicing. Leave the lip oils to the youth (they have time to reapply all day), and if you’re 30 and up, look for a gloss with benefits. This clear gloss is soothing, lightweight, and helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles. OH, and it has a non-sting-y Atelcollagen complex to help lips firm and plump. Yep, it’s amazing. 

    Theraderm Lip Complex
    PRICE: $31.50
    SHOP: @Amazon
    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.

    Shifting gears to fashion, we all love a fabulous rain boot, but these by Merry People are all the rage right now. They’re designed for an active lifestyle and built for an eco-minded consumer who prioritizes comfort and style. I mean, that covers any age. Even my 4-year-old. 

    Merry People Rain Boots (Bobbi style featured)
    PRICE: $129.95
    SHOP: @us.merrypeople.com

    The perfect everyday rain boot. The Bobbi seamlessly blends fashion and function with natural rubber and a neoprene lining. Our best-selling boots are designed for utmost comfort. Easy to dress up or down, wear from day to night, the Bobbi comes in a range of colors to match your style and individuality.


    And yes, last but not least, we’ve seen the growth of holistic health in everything from sleep gummies to hair vitamins over the years. The industry really made a shift in 2023, and thank goodness for us Gen Xers. Peri and Menopause products are now the fastest-growing investment in everything from skincare to supplements, and this brand has been leading the wave with safe and effective products since 2014. Plus, they are affordable. 

    pH-D® Feminine Health Holistic Menopause Support
    PRICE: $29.99
    SHOP: @amazon
    1.pH-D® Feminine Health Holistic Menopause Support is a holistic option to help women who are experiencing the uncomfortable symptoms that accompany menopause, including hot flashes, irritability, mood swings, and night sweats.
    2. pH-D® Feminine Health Holistic Menopause Support contains Black Cohosh to reduce vaginal dryness; Sage and Rhubarb Extract to help reduce night sweats, hot flashes, and mood swings; and CON-CRĒT® (concentrated creatine) and Rhodiola to promote cognitive function.
    3. Many women suffer through uncomfortable menopause symptoms with no relief – just one capsule of the pH-D® Feminine Health Holistic Menopause Support per day can help alleviate these symptoms.

  • 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.

  • Summer 2023 Trending Beauty

    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.