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Hey Savvy Beauties! Removing waterproof and hard to cleanse makeup can be touch. Be sure to double cleanse and check for any residue left behind.
Products mentioned:
- Equate Beauty Wipe Away the Day Cleansing Balm, 3.8 fl oz
- Studio 35 beauty witch hazel toner/cleanser
- Equate Beauty Moisture Wave Hydrating Gel, 1.7 fl oz
Hey Savvy Beauties! Here's a quick festival inspired hairstyle to wear to any summer event this season.
Products mentioned:
- Equate Beauty Rose Dry Shampoo
- Equate Beauty Fabulous Hair Firm Hairspray
Hey Savvy Beauties! Summer festival season is here and so is the excuse for all the glitter! Here is a fun look to wear to your next event.
Products mentioned:
- Equate Invigorating Beads Facial
- Studio 35 beauty witch hazel toner/cleanser
- Equate Daily Radiance Moisturizing Lotion
Hey Savvy Beauties! Be sure to travel light when packing, beauty products can take up a lot of the weight in your baggage. Switch over full sized products into travel containers and consolidate products.
Products mentioned:
- Exact Facial Cleansing Gel
- Studio 35 beauty witch hazel toner/cleanser
- Equate Beauty Moisture Wave Hydrating Gel
Survive Camping With Your Young Kids
June 13, 2018 - Elizabeth
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So you and your husband decided that it would be a great learning experience/ opportunity for the kids if you all went camping as a big, happy family. Well most of that statement is correct. A few things you’ll need to keep in mind and surely you’ll have a wonderful time in nature, giving yourselves a good reset from the hustle and bustle of life. Coming home from camping was always eye-opening because you realized how incredibly lucky you were to have the common amenities we have today. If nothing else, this experience will stick with your kids for a lifetime.
Realize
A young child has needs that will have to be met. Don’t plan for long hikes, crazy portaging expeditions or even mile long walks to your campground. Keep things simple, especially if this is your first camping trip with your little one. Realize a few things before you set off on your journey:
Little ones get hungry faster
Little ones get tired faster
Little ones get scared easier
Little ones get cold/hot faster
Little ones need a little extra
So be sure to pack accordingly and always check in on your little one to make sure they are getting exactly what they need to make this trip enjoyable for everyone.
Camp Site
Choose a camp site that is not too far from civilization. You’ll be toting some extra stuff so getting a car site (meaning a site where you drive right up to it) might be the right choice. Keeping extra bedding, food, comforts of home close by is reassuring to everyone – especially your child. Camping is already strange with the new sounds, darkness, and lifestyle so don’t make it too hard on them at first. Some campsites may even come equipped with a power outlet so comfort can’t really get any more like home.
Camping Accommodations
If you are traveling with a child 5 years and older, camping in a tent is entirely possible. You’ve said good bye to diapers, bottles, extra binkies and all the rest. They will be able to camp more independently especially with their family than lets’ say a 3 year old. As a parent you know your child and it’s up to you to determine whether they can handle a tent, cabin, or trailer for your family trip. Plan accordingly and talk to your child to keep them informed about the changes that come with camping.
Hygiene
Bring all their usual products like Kids Detangler Spray from Walmart.com (especially if you’re going in a lake or pool), Parent’s Choice Calming Lavender Night Time Baby Lotion (can be used on older kids too) from Walmart.com for $1.99 and Equate Kids 2-in-1 Shampoo Strawberry!
These will surely leave your little ones feeling like they’re not far from home and delight in their delicious scents! Don’t forget sunscreen, bug spray and bug bite relief! With a comprehensive packing list your family will surely enjoy their little piece of nature!
For more mommy tips & tricks visit TheSavvyBeauty.com.
Road Trip Beauty Essentials
June 12, 2018 - Elizabeth
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The season is upon us! Summer is almost here and we’re sure you are diligently planning your awesome summer vacay. Or just day dreaming about a vacation and opting for weekend getaway instead. Whatever your travel plans are, we have the makeup essentials you’ll need to get you through the days, and nights. With a few small investments, you’ll be glad you spent the time planning your beauty routine before hitting the road!
Travel Bottles
First things first. Get to a dollar store and grab some beauty bottles. Ones with pump tops, squeeze bottles, spritzer bottles, small twist off lid containers and few others in various sizes to make sure you cover all your basis. Generally you’ll want to minimize your beauty essentials if you’re taking an airplane but if you just travelling within the country or driving to your destination then you goal would generally be to maximize space and minimize toiletry toting. Consider that you’ll want bottles for the suggested products below as well as some additional for anything else you want to bring.
Cosmetics
Hand sanitizer
Makeup remover
Facial moisturizing lotion
Facial cleanser
Toner
Body wash
Shampoo
Conditioner
Hair gel
Skin Care
This is something you definitely do not want to skimp out on. Maintaining your regular skin care routine while travelling is imperative to keeping your skin looking its best. Often times we tend to neglect our regular skin care routines while travelling because we are busy exploring new terrains. This means our skin can look dull, dehydrated, or even experience breakouts due to new environments and routines. A good makeup remover is essential so that you can clean your skin well every evening before bed. Add a usual amount to your travel container (making sure to include enough for ALL the days you’ll be away). Also, be sure to include a good facial cleanser like Beauty 360 Illuminating Facial Cleanser to wash away all dirt, oil, and makeup (CVS.com for $5.24). A decent toner that will assist in cleansing and toning like Studio35 Beauty Witch Hazel Toner/ Cleanser (Walgreens.com for $4.39) is also a must. Finally, be sure to bring your favorite moisturizer so that your skin can maintain its regular health and hydration while you’re gone.
Hygiene
Being away on vacation does not mean that we cut back on our hygiene. What that may mean for you is that you don’t do your hair the same way as usual or cut back on product but we certainly do not slow down regular personal hygiene. A solid body wash is important like this two pack of Member’s Mark Triple Butter Ultra-Moisturizing Body Wash available on Samsclub.com for only $8.98! Another thing to remember is your shampoo and conditioner. These can all easily be transferred into smaller travel bottles that you already picked up at the dollar store! Finally do not forget to throw a few bottles of hand sanitizer into your bag, you never know when you’ll need them!
Cosmetics
These are fairly small and easy to pack but remember you will likely not need as many cosmetics as you usually use at home. Bring a few eyeliner colors, eye shadow shades, your concealer/ foundation and highlighter. Primer, setting spray, and lip sticks can easily be placed into a pocket here and there so that you really have just about everything you need. I would leave large spray bottles, unnecessary volumes of color choices at home just because you will probably not need them if you put in a little planning in the front end.
We wish you happy travels and invite you to visit TheSavvyBeauty.com for more beauty tips and tricks!
How to Prevent Summer Sun Spots
June 4, 2018 - Elizabeth
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Some of us are prone to hyper-pigmentation. Commonly known as discoloration, freckles, brown spots, age spots or sun spots. You may notice that during the summer months they become more pronounced and easier to see. We know hyper-pigmentation can be a challenge, both to prevent and fade, but we have some skin care tips that will help you in your journey for a more even skin tone and brighter, more beautiful skin.
Sunscreen
This is the number 1 cause of pre-mature aging – exposing your skin to UV light and exposing skin to the sun – which also brings out sun spots. Ensuring you are applying SPF 30 (at a minimum!) as well as re-applying sun screen often is your best defense against aging!
Limit Exposure to Heat and Sun
Sun spots were always suspected to be from the sun – duh – but recently results have shown that sun spots also appear when exposed to too much heat. Heat can stimulate melanin activity so no matter how diligent you are about staying out of the sun, heat can also cause these frustrating spots to appear. This may be more difficult for those of us who live in warmer climates since the heat is not really anything you can control outside of an indoor environment. Now that you know this, try your best to limit sun exposure as well as heat exposure wherever possible. Equate Beauty Ultimate Dark Spot Corrector (Walmart.com for $12.84) is the perfect solution for minimizing the appearance of dark spots and acne blemishes.
Exfoliate Gently
Exfoliation is a major playing in healthy skin, so long as it’s done correctly and gently. Exfoliation is the process of using mild abrasives to remove dirt, oil, and makeup while washing away dead skin cells and other impurities. Exfoliating also brings blood to the surface of the skin and improves oxygen circulation throughout the area. Using exfoliating products such as facial scrubs can greatly help minimize the appearance of the dark spots, once they have appeared. When exfoliating is done correctly, it can help break apart pigmented cells to help prevent them from getting darker and larger. Use caution when exfoliating since this skin care measure can actually stimulate more melanin production if overdone. Equate Beauty Acne Foaming Cleanser (available in-store at Walmart) is great for helping to clear skin of acne and other impurities so that you can manage your hyper-pigmentation without worry of other skin issues getting in the way.
Eat Foods Rich in Antioxidants
Certain fruits and vegetables are capable of promoting better sun protection than others? This is due to higher levels of antioxidants as well as a host of other vitamins and nutrients. Beta-carotene has been shown to increase internal SPF significantly as well as boosting the defenses against UV exposure by 20% more! Beta- carotene is found in carrots, kale, sweet potatoes, and spinach. Antioxidants are found in berries, citrus and many other vegetables. A good rule of thumb is to eat the rainbow of foods at every meal to maximize on the amazing benefits they offer.
Always remember to keep skin hydrated and moisturized – Equate Daily Moisture Body Wash (available at Walmart) - throughout the seasonal changes as well as having a solid skin care routine to maintain healthy, happy skin.
For more beauty tips & tricks visit The Savvy Beauty.
First Date Night Tips - Proven to Work!
May 30, 2018 - Elizabeth
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There are so many feelings wrapped up around going on first dates, especially when you are getting into your 30s or 40s because the narrative changes. It tends to carry a little more seriousness and less care-free attitudes which can cause some anxiety, nervousness, and worry. These feelings are usually experienced at every age but there are some great tips you can take away from some researchers at Stanford University who analyzed nearly 1000 four-minute speed-dating pair-ups to figure out what factors determined whether a couple felt a spark or not. The recorded conversations, asked participants to answer some questions and then reviewed loads of data. Here is what they concluded:
Women are Usually Pickier than Men
The power is (mostly) in your hands. Women tend to be far more selective with men when dating than men are with women. Women tended to agree to a second date with far less frequency than men did which means you can relax and know that it’s more about you deciding about going out with someone special again rather than the other way around.
Tone Changes Indicate Interest
When researchers reviewed the data they noticed that when tone and pitch were varied throughout a conversation, it correlated with romantic interest. “It signals excitement”. When speaking to someone in a monotone, slow pace it makes the other person feel a sense of distance and awkwardness. Depending how things are going for you during the date, you can keep this in mind if you want to send a different vibe.
Don’t Ask Too Many Questions
When participants were allowed to let the conversation flow naturally, they tended to feel more connected. Once too many questions were raised people began to feel like the conversation was being forced and they were looking to fill in the gaps of time. So keep this in mind when you talking with someone. Ask open ended questions only if there is a place for it but otherwise let things go naturally and let natural curiosity lead the way for question asking.
Interrupting is Good?
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Amazingly women tended to be more interested in a guy who jumped in mid-way during a story. Only when they were agreeing with her or finishing her sentences. Not when they brought the conversation back to themselves. This type of engagement made both parties feel like they were sharing a story rather than listening to someone ramble on about themselves. This also proves that someone is genuinely listening to you and engaged in you.
Empathetic Guys Scored Big Time
When a man chimed in to a story with supportive statements about something positive in a woman’s life (“Sounds great”, “That’s really cool,” “amazing”) they scored huge with the ladies. Conversly when they responded with sympathy to a tough situation (“Oh no”, “that’s weird” “that sucks”) the same was true. Empathy is important to everyone whether they realize it or not. It shows that you care and support someone through the good and bad.
Skin Care for a First Date
Make sure you’ve been getting loads of sleep and drinking plenty of water. Showing up exhausted and dull looking may leave a not-so-nice first impression. Finding great skin care products is also important for your skin health every day, not just on exciting date nights. Equate Beauty Acne Foaming Cleanser ($6.23 on Walmart.com) is a great cleanser to maintain clear, fresh skin.
Giving your hair a boost with Equate Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner can leave you feeling more confident and smelling fresh with added coconut essences. Finally a great moisturizing lotion would be Equate Beauty Stress Relief Moisturizing Lotion from Walmart! It’s the perfect way to soothe your senses while calming your nerves before the big day.
We hope you find love on your big date night, savvy beauty! For more beauty tips & tricks visit TheSavvyBeauty.com
Benefits of Connecting Children with Nature
May 29, 2018 - Elizabeth
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We are in the age of technology. So many children are consumed and raised by technology: ipads, Leapfrog, TV, computers, video games, smart screens, phones and loads more. Now more than ever we are disconnected from nature as well as the benefits it brings to us. Children are capable of identifying 20 brand name labels before they even learn 5 native trees present in their communities. Kids are becoming more and more disconnected as school days last longer, less emphasis is being made on the natural world, less time to play, and little time to explore their outdoor surroundings – alone or with parents. We are currently losing more outdoor survival skills as the generations pass. Starting fires, planting seeds, growing food, making shelter, hunting, gathering wild foods, navigation, and lots more. So why does this matter? Well here are some interesting facts about connecting children with nature and the LIFE LONG benefits it can bring.
Supports Multiple Developmental Domains
Many studies have been conducted over the past decade in regards to children in nature and they have concluded that nature is important to children’s development in every major way – intellectually, emotionally, socially, spiritually, and physically.
Improves Academic Performance
Studies conducted by the American Institutes for Research show that schools who use outdoor classrooms and other forms of nature-based experimental education support significant gains in social studies, science, language arts, and math.
Reduces ADHD Symptoms
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Contact with the natural world can significantly reduce symptoms of attention deficit disorder in children as young as 5 years old. Being able to explore, run and move about freely allows children to utilize extra energy while calming down through connecting with the natural world and all things around them. Many studies have shown that as little as 30 minutes per day outside can greatly improve mood, mental function, and generally make you feel better.
Improves Nutrition
In a world where 1 of 3 children in the US are obese we can use some extra help with nutrition. Clearly there is something going where we need to help our children improve their lives, physical activity and nutrition. If children grow their own food, they are likely to eat more fruits and vegetables. They also tend to show higher levels of knowledge regarding nutrition which are likely to contribute to improved eating habits. Natural spaces where children can play freely also improve their physical activity levels, thus contributing to overall health and weight loss.
Improves Social Relations
Children will be smarter, better able to get along with others, healthier, and happier when they get regular opportunities for free and unstructured play outdoors (Burdette and Whitaker, 2005). Access to green spaces, and even a view of green settings enhances peace, self-control and self-discipline with inner city youth, particularly in girls (Taylor, Kuo, and Sullivan, 2001).
Promotes….
Creativity, imagination, knowledge, understanding, connectedness, closeness, belonging, curiosity, pretend play, stronger immune systems, happier kids, less stress, and so much more. Don’t hesitate to allow your children to enjoy, explore, and risk-play in the great outdoors every single day!
Some great parent-approved products may help you clean your little one when they get in from some mud filled outdoor play:
Hair and Body Baby Wash – Target.com
Parent’s Choice Daily Moisturizing Lotion – $3.74 on Walmart.com
Equate Beauty Tea Tree Dry Shampoo - $2.74 on Walmart.com
For more mommy tips & tricks visit The Savvy Beauty.
Must Have Styling Products for Funky Hair
May 22, 2018 - Elizabeth
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Sometimes we want to just do something totally crazy like shave off our hair, or choose a daring color that we otherwise would never have picked. There are times when you just want to reach right outside your proverbial box and do something completely out of the ordinary. This may have to do with your hair, clothing, attitude, makeup looks or many other ‘representations’ we have of ourselves. Whatever way you cut it, if you decide to go bananas with your hair, we have the BEST products to help you achieve the awesome look you’re going for. Here are some of our favorites.
Note to reader… unless you are absolutely sure about making a major hair change, don’t do it. Put off major cuts for another day… sleep on it. But if it’s just your style or color, go for it girl. Sometimes we need to shake things up a bit and do something completely wild and crazy!
Beauty 360 Brazilian Keratin Straightening Conditioner
This is a little more subtle but just as important, none the less. Getting straight hair can be an absolute nightmare and marathon for some women out there. Having a ‘straight’ hair day is a crazy thought for some of us. If you decide to take on the challenge, definitely work together with this fantastic shampoo and conditioner to ease the efforts and create an easier experience for yourself. The keratin proteins help your cuticles to lay down at the roots, creating soft, smooth hair.
Equate Beauty Fabulous Hair Firm Hold Hairspray
So its prom, a wedding, club night, crazy-awesome hair day or whatever and you need your style to hold. This spray will help you keep your style in place – all day long. It’s formulated to minimize frizz (bonus!) and firm up your hair so that it stays in place and doesn’t move with the wind. We wouldn’t suggest this spray if you’re looking for a boho-breezy wavy hair look but definitely suggest it for amazing hair styles that NEED to stay in place. Ah hem… mohawk anyone?
CVS Extreme Hold Hair Gel Maximum Strength
Picture your hair, combed back into a perfectly tied top knot or bun, completely slicked without a single hair waving in the wind. Sleek city people. Nothing moves when this stuff is around so don’t mistake it on picture day for a light hold gel. You will create a semi-permanent hair scene with this gel and enjoy the look you’re going for all day long – and night – and then the next day as well.
Equate Punk Hair Gel
Need something to keep your punk-tastic styles rockin’? No one says you have to create a helmet of hair with some of the products we mentioned to be punk. Think of giving your hair a shinier and fuller look while maintaining it’s shape. It’s easy to style with and will leave you satisfied from the moment to work this stuff into your hands. Go ahead and be creative. ($1.97 on Walmart.com)
Equate Beauty Tea Tree Dry Shampoo
This is for the days when you may have over slept your alarm or have waited for your perfect second day hair to get the style just right. Perhaps there is some oil buildup that just doesn’t sit well with you. No problem. Spritz a little bit of dry shampoo into your locks and work into your roots until they appear to be clean. Style as usual and enjoy! ($2.74 on Walmart.com)
For more beauty tips & tricks visit The Savvy Beauty.
Hey Savvy Beauties! Here's a beachy undone look using extensions to braid your hair. The key is to look as loose and undone as possible to hide the extension tracks. Try a different braid style for yourself!
Products mentioned:
- It's a 10 Miracle Leave In Conditioner
- Equate Beauty Original Dry Shampoo
- Little Ones Baby Oil
Hey Savvy Beauties! Here is a great alternative to waxing, depilatory creams and threading for removing facial hair. If you have some peach fuzz on your face you'd like to get rid of, shaving might be a good option for you.
Products mentioned:
- Equate Beauty Foaming Facial Cleanser
- Studio 35 beauty witch hazel toner/cleanser
- Equate Beauty Moisture Wave Hydrating Gel
Tips for Teen Skin Care
May 18, 2018 - Elizabeth
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This is the age where hormones and a host of other factors influence skin health. During adolescence we usually encounter some of the most challenging skin battles of our lifetime – and we all know it. With some simple tips, you can help manage and mitigate average skin issues without requiring major dermatologist intervention. After all it may only be caused – or made worse – by external factors that they can change. Empower young ones to take control of their lives and skin with these simple tips.
Don’t Touch Your Face
Whenever and wherever possible, don’t touch your face. Make a habit of avoiding touching your skin without properly washing your hands. After all, germs can easily transfer to your skin with the simple touch of a single finger. With all the stuff these young ones touch every day, they can avoid many skin issues simply by avoiding contact with their face. If you find this difficult, make sure to wash your hands consistently and often with Member’s Mark Soft Hands Moisturizing Hand Soap with Aloe Vera, available at Sams Club. Another big contributor to poor skin hygiene is dirty cell phones. Avoid placing your cell phone close to your face and use a hands-free set instead. This not only prevents unnecessary radiation from the phone, but also allows your skin to avoid built up dirt, bacteria, and oil from getting on your skin. Give your phone an antibacterial wipe down at least once every few days to help keep those pesky germs at bay.
Eat Clean
Trust us, we understand that when you get your first job you want to eat all the foods your parents never let you eat and buy that XL poutine at the school cafeteria. Here’s the secret…that food is contributing to your skin health. Everything you consume gets transferred throughout your body, including your skin. Making a point to eat better foods and bringing your lunch will help you not only maintain a healthy body but also healthy skin. Try looking up some simple clean eating lunch recipes online and spend your money wisely instead.
Have a Rock-Solid Skin Care Routine
A proper skin care routine is essential for skin care of all ages! Starting at a young age can help instill healthy skin care that will last a lifetime. Start by removing all makeup, dirt and oil. Get a good, deep cleaning cleanser like Walgreens Deep Cleansing Charcoal Wash which helps clear out dirt and oil deep in pores. Get it on Walgreens.com for only $5.49 today. Follow up your cleansing with a toner to help condition and close pores like this one by Studio35Beauty: Witch Hazel Toner/ Cleanser from walgreens.com. Finally, use a quality moisturizer that is formulated for your skin type that is non-oily and hypoallergenic. You want to maintain this skin care routine for a few seasons until the weather changes to winter. Then a winter skin care routine can be applied. This skin care routine should be followed twice daily for best results and remember to discontinue use of any products that may leave your skin irritated, red, or itchy.
We hope this helps you improve your skin health and starts a healthy habit of skin awareness and care from an early age. Wishing you all the best of luck!
For more beauty tips & tricks visit The Savvy Beauty.
Hey Savvy Beauties! Here's a quick way to style your hair overnight without using any heat! This will help protect your hair from damage and save you some time in the morning.
Products mentioned:
- Equate Hydrating Shampoo with Coconut Essences
- Equate Hydrating Conditioner with Coconut Essences
- It's a 10 Miracle Leave In Conditioner
Hey Savvy Beauties! Here is how to low light and darken old light extensions to match newly darkened hair. Get more uses out of extensions by matching a new color.
Products mentioned:
- Equate Vitamin E & Keratin Colour Treated Shampoo
- Equate Vitamin E & Keratin Colour Treated Conditioner
- Equate Baby Detangler Spray
- Equate Beauty Fabulous Hair Firm Hairspray
Tips for Throwing The Best Backyard Party!
May 15, 2018 - Elizabeth
Perhaps you’ve decided to throw the end-of-year party for your grade. Or maybe you’re hosting the Grad party for your entire grade. Whatever the reason might be, we have some awesome ideas for throwing a memorable backyard party that all your friends and family will enjoy. We don’t know about you but we LOVE spending time in the backyard with delicious foods, cold drinks, great music and good company. This is also a great way to share some special memories with your friends before embarking on your journey to adult hood. Here are some perfect ways to set a party-savvy atmosphere while ensuring that your guests are enjoying themselves! Let’s get started with some backyard party must-haves.
Music
Music creates emotions and moods within people that cannot be explained. Set some playlists with upbeat tunes to turn your get-together into a party worth remembering. Make sure the songs are not tasteless or vulgar. You want to keep the vibes happy and kosher (at least until high school!) Generally people love to let loose and relax at a backyard party, so pick tunes that will encourage positive vibes and get people moving their feet! Depending on the crowd, consider the genre of music you are going to play. Consider having a Bluetooth speaker connected to your phone so it’s a simple ‘click n’ play’ with zero effort until you want to tone things down near the end of the evening. Never skip the music component at a party – it is integral to any get together!
Drink Station
Again, depending on the crowd you are entertaining consider serving up some homemade lemonade, cold water and iced tea along with a place for people to cool off their own beverages. Usually guests bring their own alcohol (depending on your age) but offer up non-alcoholic beverages for all the guests, parents or family members who need a cold – non-alcoholic - refreshment. Making some lemonade and iced tea is a cheap and easy way to provide your guests with some options to excite their taste buds. Check out the super easy recipe below. Use an old wagon to fill with ice so people can keep their drinks cool and enjoyable through the heat.
Homemade Lemonade
4 cups sugar
2 dozen lemons
Water
Ice
To Make it:
Combine 6 cups water with the 4 cups of sugar in a saucepan, heat over medium until the sugar dissolves. Set syrup aside and let cool. Next, juice all the lemons into a pitcher. Pour lemon juice through a fine strainer to remove any pulp. Squish the pulp in strainer to extract all the juices left in the pulp. Pour the juice extract into your service jug. Then pour about ¾ of syrup into the jug and set remaining syrup aside. Fill the jug with ice, pour in 8 cups of cold water and stir the mixture until it’s well combined. Taste the mixture and add remaining syrup to taste. If it becomes too sugary, add some more water to dilute the lemonade. Continue to experiment with the taste until you are satisfied. Enjoy!
Shaded Seating Areas
Have you ever been so hot that you cannot get comfortable – and want to go home!? Always have a few large umbrellas on the lawn where people can spread out and catch a break. With larger crowds, people want places go to when they want to mingle around with others. Or just relax and enjoy the party. You do not want to have over heated, sunburnt guests withering away in the summer sun while attending your party. Make sure people are well covered and comfortable so they can truly enjoy their time at your place. A few lawn chairs and tables situated around the property can provide options for every guest at your house.
Delicious Summer Food
BBQ anyone?? Burgers and dogs are a summer staple. Sometimes guests will bring a dish to contribute – pot luck style – or you serve up the meal for everyone (whatever you’ve decided before hand). Either way, aim for refreshing foods which pair well with burgers. We’re talkin’ about potato salad, macaroni salad, grilled peaches, grilled pineapple, garden salads, fresh cut vegetables and a main meat dish. Obviously this menu can change up to keep some variety, but generally you can feed a lot of people for a reasonable amount of money. Guests also enjoy bringing one of their favorite dishes to share with everyone and show off their culinary skills. Buy fruits and vegetables in season and starches to fill people up, if you are budget conscious. If you truly enjoy hosting and financing these events, go crazy with your menu and experiment with the grill!
Cute Outfit
It doesn’t matter how hot it is outside, opt for a light maxi dress or maxi skirt and light summer top. Colors and patterns are amazing at this time of year because there are so many beautiful options out there! Try to find something that’s comfortable, tasteful, breathable and seasonally appropriate. Sometimes a pretty summer dress suits the occasion but because you may be busy throughout the day, you may prefer to keep things functional and comfortable.
Skin care
Try to keep your make up to a minimum. Last thing you need is to be blotting foundation off your face as the sweat runs down – not fun! Keep up with your skin care routine because it really allows you to feel more confident in your own skin and more confident wearing less make up. Try Beauty 360 Illuminating Facial Cleanser, available for $6.99 on CVS.com. Strikingly Unique Moisturizing Lotion is perfect for maintaining healthy skin and will stay all day long. Get it at Walmart for $3.98. You can probably get away with a light foundation, waterproof eyeliner, mascara and tinted lip gloss. It’s a really quick and easy routine for the summertime, and we love that!
Maintaining healthy skin is so important since most of us would love to be spending our time outdoors rather than in bathroom! Oh don’t forget your evening make up remover – Equate Wipe Away The Day Cleansing Balm for $5.44 on Walmart.com, as we’ve said before WE LOVE this stuff!
There you have it, the must-haves of a wonderful backyard party! The company you keep really makes these events enjoyable and memorable. Take advantage of the time you have and spend it with people you love. Happy summer!
Best Baby Products for Spring
May 13, 2017 - Elizabeth
When looking for kids products we look for things that will make our jobs as parents easier, as well as making our kids’ lives more enjoyable during some otherwise boring tasks. Finding products that are 2-in-1 or tear-free are huge bonuses for both parents and kids. Also detanglers are huge for girls and boys alike since this season brings on outdoor play and lots of energized running around. Looking at some of our favorite, affordable products this season, we were able to successfully narrow down our top 5 kids products for this season.
Equate Baby Advanced Healing Ointment
This petrolatum skin protectant is necessary when diapers are part of the equation. Diaper rash is so common among little ones, especially during the warmer months when we may not be inside, conveniently beside a change station to ensure our kids stay dry. Maintaining regular diaper changes, as well as using baby powder and ointment can make yours and your children’s lives much more comfortable. ($4.48 on Walmart.com)
Parent’s Choice Tear Free Baby Wash & Shampoo
This bath time companion is great for all kids because of its gentle formula. This wash is gentle enough for newborn skin and is also hypoallergenic. Finding a good bedtime wash is important because you don’t want to spend a fortune on over-priced products that do the same job. This wash is a great addition to any household and makes for a perfect gift for someone expecting their first, second, or even third child! Get it for $2.56 on Walmart.com.
Equate Kid’s Detangler
If you don’t own detangler, get to the store right now and get your family some. This stuff makes brushing through kid’s hair a breeze! Have you ever looked at your kid’s hair when they get out of the pool? Perfect for shower, bath, pool, water play and so much more. You can detangle dry or wet hair so just pick some up and see what all the detangler fuss is about!
Parent’s Choice Lanolin Balm
So we are in this territory… this is a tough place to be at first. Breastfeeding is a huge undertaking to begin with, but throw in some sore, cracked nipples and you have the recipe for major adult melt downs. Finding ways to make your breastfeeding journey easier is essential for it’s success. Getting soothing breast pads, comfortable shirts/bras, nipple creams, pumps, and all that jazz will help you manage the discomfort associated with the early stages of breastfeeding. Make a new mom smile and show up with some of this stuff. I’m sure she will use AND appreciate the gesture. After all some women don’t even know these types of things exit. Even better, put it together in a ‘baby shower’ bundle with all these other affordable products to give them the best start possible!
CVS Health Baby Lotion
Soothing a baby comes in many forms. One of the most effective ways to sooth an upset, overtired baby is a nice warm bath followed by a gentle baby massage. Using a lotion suitable for newborn skin will leave them feeling calm and relaxed without any over powering scents or chemicals that will irritate their sensitive skin. Start on their chests and arms and slowly move your way down to the toes for a truly enjoyable baby massage! Get it for $3.89 on CVS.com
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