Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #71

June 27, 2017April 7, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood1 Comment

Here is another tip for Tip Tuesday!

This week’s tip is about layering skincare products

My tip is to layer from the lightest formula product to the heaviest. Here is the order I suggest:

1. Cleanser

2. Toner

3. Serum or oil (or whatever skin treatment you might be applying)

4. Moisturizer

5. Sunscreen
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Let me know if you try it out and what you think! If you are enjoying these tips every Tuesday you can check them all out by clicking HERE.

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #26

June 26, 2017April 18, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

This ab workout it literally 6 minutes long! Six minutes!!! You definitely have time for this one! You won’t even have to get down onto the ground. Keep your abs engaged and remember to breathe.

6 Minute Standing Ab Workout: A Great Ab Workout without the Floor

Do you have 6 minutes to improve your heath and wellness? Yes, You Do! No Excuses, Just do it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater

June 24, 2017June 17, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood4 Comments

~Weekly Product Highlight~ Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater~

I had heard great things about this facial spray with aloe herb and rosewater, so I was very excited to see how it worked. So many of the reviews say “this spray is life changing!” Little did I know how quickly I would become obsessed with it!

I love to try new skin care products and pamper my skin! I have normal to combo skin and get an occasional breakout here and there. This spray has been leaving my skin feeling glowy moisturized and smoothed. The nozzle gives a nice fine spray, making it possible to be used as an after makeup spray as well.

Like the name states, this spray has a light refreshing rose scent. Despite that fact that I love actual real flower roses, I’m not usually a big fan of rose scented things. This spray is an exception, I really love the scent of it! It is also available in an Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea version. I think that I am going to try that one next time. At the rate that I am using this spray, that will be very soon…

Mario Badescu facial spray | lookingjoligood.blog — I’ve had this 4 fl oz bottle for about 4 weeks.

Here is how I have been using it:
I mist onto my face, neck, or hair whenever I feel like I want to, haha.😉 It is like giving my skin a little pick-me-up either before I put my makeup on or, post-makeup application to reduce a powdery looking finish. I have been spraying my face either before or after (or both) applying my daily and nightly moisturizer. I’m telling you, I’m obsessed with this facial spray! Despite the fact that I have a small face and I could probably get away with only using two spritzes at a time, I love to really go at it and use 4 sprays at a time. 😂 I have been using it at least twice a day, sometimes as many as four times a day. Like I said, I’ve become pretty obsessed with this spray.

This spray is available in two versions and three sizes: Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater version and Aloe, Cucumber, and Green Tea version, and in 2, 4 and 8 fl oz bottles. The travel size 2 fl oz bottle is $5.00 USD, and a 4 fl oz bottle that I have now is $7.00 USD. Now that I know how much I love this product, next time I purchase it, I plan to pick up the 8 oz bottle which is $12.00 USD.

Here are the Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater spray ingredients:
Aqua (Water, Eau), Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosa Canina Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Parfum (Fragrance), Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Citronellol, Geraniol, CI 17200 (Red 33), CI 42090 (Blue 1)

What does the Mario Badescu Website have to say about it:

Cult-favorite. Makeup artist must-have.
Revitalizes with dewy radiance.
Boosts moisture and glow.

Ideal for: All skin.

Revitalize skin with dewy radiance. Whether spritzed for a hydrating boost or mid-day pick-me-up, our cult-favorite facial spray helps revive dehydrated skin anytime, anywhere. It’s a rejuvenating mist infused with herbal and botanical extracts (like Aloe Vera, Gardenia, Rose, Bladderwrack, and Thyme) that help soothe and re-energize skin—giving it a healthy, radiant glow.

#MBSKINTIP: To give your makeup a dewy finish, spritz your favorite brush or sponge before blending in foundation or concealer. Once you’re done, mist your face as a final step to add radiance. For an extra refreshing and cooling boost, store the bottle in your refrigerator.

A refreshing, hydrating mist to use anywhere anytime. Simply formulated with fragrant herbal extracts and rosewater for a pleasant, pick me up for dehydrated, tight and uncomfortable skin. Spray your day and night creams for a boost of hydration or use it to set make-up or spray on dry hair throughout the day. Safe for all skin types. Gentle, non-irritating.”

What about you? Have you ever tried this Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater? Was it love at first spray for you too? Have you tried the Aloe, Cucumber and Green Tea version? If you try this spray, let me know what you think about it!

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Beauty Subscription · Make up

Ipsy June 2017 Glam Bag

June 22, 2017June 22, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood8 Comments

June’s Glam Bag theme is “Volume Up”

ipsy card

“Better turn that dial wayyy to the right. This month #ipsyvolumeup challenges you to fearlessly express yourself. Be seen! Be heard! Shout your message from teh rooftop!”

Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

(If you don’t know what ipsy is you can check out my previous post all about it by clicking HERE)

If you follow me on Instagram you already saw what I got in my June glam bag.

glambag Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

This month’s bag is one of my favorite bags yet. It is a sturdy weight tan canvas material with a cartoon looking mouth on it.

“This loud and proud pouch is a not-so-subtle reminder to *always* speak your mind!” ipsy glam bag Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

Here is what I got in my June 2017 ipsy glam bag:

bleautyblender Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

Beaute Basics Travel Face Blender in Light Pink

Do not be deceived by the look of this face blender. It may resemble the shape of a Beauty Blender. It may be the same color as a Beauty Blender… but this, my friend, is no Beauty Blender! This thing is TERRIBLE!!! I may as well get a rock from my back yard and try to apply my makeup with it. NOPE!

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The instructions say to “wet the blender, give it a squeeze, and use a towel to absorb any excess water.” I assumed that the blender would become larger like most other sponges. It did soak up a ton of water, but it didn’t get any bigger or softer. Save yourself $9.99 and buy a Real Techniques beauty sponge for $4.88. (Want to know what I think about how awesome the Real Techniques beauty sponges are, click HERE)

NYX Professional Makeup Whipped Lip & Cheek Soufflé in Plush

So far the things that I have owned from NYX are some of my favorites. As a brand overall, I really enjoy their products, this is not one of the things that I would ever consider buying on my own. It claims that it can be used on lips and cheeks. It is a really pretty color, but it doesn’t really show up on my lips, and is not comfortable either. Also, I will never use it on my cheeks because of the oily texture. Kinda a waste of a sample for me. Maybe someone else will get some use out of it because it really is a pretty color.

ipsters who got this product in their Glam Bag received the shades Cocoa Bean, Pink Cloud, or Plush (I got plush).

Cocoa Bean is a super versatile nude brown that also works great for contouring.
Pink Cloud is a warm pinky coral that’s perf for a lit-from-within flush.
Plush is a cool nude pink that looks awesome on literally all skin tones.

PÜR Mini Fully Charged Magnetic Mascara

I really love mascaras, but for some reason, I am just really tired of getting them in my glam bags. To be honest, I haven’t even opened this one up to look at the brush. Maybe I will just pass this along to someone else. Kinda a waste of a sample…

skyn Ipsy june glam bag | lookingjoligood.blog

skyn ICELANDGlacial Face Wash with White Willow Bark

Surprisingly this is the thing that I am looking forward to using the most out of my 5 samples this month. I have been really into skin care recently.

I have finally made up my mind and I am planning to get a 3-month subscription to Boxy Charm… but I haven’t signed up for it yet. I have seen a few posts about what is in the June box. I think that the RealHer eyeshadow palette looks great, but I am never going to wear the liquid lipstick and I’m not sure if I want the brush, face masks, and highlight. I think that I’ll wait until next month.

boxycharm | lookingjoligood.blog

Did you get a glam bag this month? What did you get in yours? Were you happy with your samples? Do you get any other monthly subscription bags/boxes that are worth trying out? Let me know in the comments below.

Don’t forget, if you don’t already to ipsy subscribe and would like to try it out, you can use my referral link by clicking HERE! Also, if you are interested in seeing my other recent posts about ipsy click HERE.

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Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #70

June 20, 2017April 19, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday!

Here is a tip to make your eyebrows look their best!

I found this helpful tutorial on Pinterest:

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #25

June 19, 2017April 12, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Do you have 3 minutes to improve your heath and wellness? Yes, You Do! No Excuses, Just do it! Remember to keep good form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

You don’t have to go down to the floor to work your abs, and this quick workout proves it. Get ready to work your core while keeping your feet on the floor, all in three minutes!

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Review · Weekly Product Highlight

Caress Body Wash Forever Collection

June 17, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood3 Comments

~Weekly Product Highlight~Caress Body Wash Forever Collection~

The world’s first collection of body washes with Fragrance Touch Technology. Touch your skin to release fine fragrance for up to 12 hours.

I originally tried this body wash as a sample and quickly fell in love with it! It smells absolutely wonderful! It has a great lather and leaves the skin feeling clean without being overly dry and tight. It also has sparkles in it, who doesn’t love sparkles?! It is crazy how long the fragrances in these body washes last!

The Caress Forever Body Washes have “fragrance touch technology” that is supposed to make the scent last longer. As I have mentioned before, I am very sensitive to different fragrances. I wasn’t sure if this body wash was going to give me a headache, so I was a bit apprehensive about using it at first. I was nervous that if it bothered me I might be stuck smelling it all day. Fortunately, it didn’t bother me at all, and I quickly fell in love with the beautiful scents.

The “fragrance touch technology” really does make the scent last longer! I notice the scent through out the day if I rub my hand on my skin several hours later, the scent seems to be reactivated. So cool!

Don’t just take my word for it, this body wash won the Allure 2015 Break Through Award.

There are 4 scents available: Love Forever (red label), Adore Forever (deep pink label), Mystique Forever (purple label), Enchant Forever (blue label).

Each one has an interesting and complex mix of different scents with top notes, heart notes, and base notes.

Love Forever

Top Notes: Mandarin Orange and Peach

Heart Notes: Scarlet Red Rose, Peony and Freesia

Base Notes: Sandalwood and Vanilla Musk

Adore Forever:

Top Notes: Raspberry and Cassis

Heart Notes: Angel Face Rose and Muguet

Base Notes: Amber, Honey and Vanilla

Mystique Forever

Top Notes: Bergamot, Apple, Pink, Pepper

Heart Notes: Lotus, Jasmine, Sambac Absolute, Tuberose Absolute, Imperial Iris

Base Notes: Musk, Amber, Praline

Enchant Forever:

Top Notes: Bergamot

Heart Notes: Jasmine, Honeysuckle, Praline

Base Notes: Sandalwood, Musk, Vanilla

I have tried three of the four scents: Love Forever, Adore Forever, Mystique Forever. While I enjoy them all, out of these three, Love Forever is my favorite.

They have recently changed the packaging but the product and formula are still the same. The larger curvy top is the old packaging, the thinner top is the new packaging.

A 13.5 fluid ounce/ 400 ml bottle costs between $4-$5 USD, but there are always sales going on and coupons available. Worth every penny in my opinion!

What does the Caress Website have to say about it:

“The Caress Forever Collection is the world’s first body wash with fragrance touch technology. The breakthrough technology of Fragrance Release Pearls^TM releases bursts of perfume with every touch of your skin. The collection delivers long-lasting, unforgettable, fine fragrance for up to 12 hours.

As an award winning perfumer, Loc Dong has close to two decades of experience crafting more than 40 renowned scents for major fashion and fragrances houses. Inspired by the confident and sensual modern woman, Loc Dong captured the widely coveted scent of the mysterious scarlet red rose with breakthrough Living Rose technology for the Caress Forever Collection.”

“Fragrance is emotion brought to Life. The Caress Forever Collection evokes love, passion, sensuality, and elegance.”- Loc Dong

I absolutely love this body wash! What about you? Have you ever used any of the Caress Forever Collection Body Washes? What did you think? Which is your favorite? Let me know in the comments.

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Ditch The Diet for Healthy Habits

Baked Kale Chips

June 16, 2017April 26, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGood2 Comments

~Ditch The Diet~

I am always trying to broaden my leafy green horizons.

So while “This kale salad tastes like I’d rather be fat!”…these baked kale chips taste so awesome that I cannot stop eating them!

Here is a delicious, simple, and quick recipe for baked kale chips:

Ingredients

1 bunch or 1 bag of kale
1 Tablespoon olive oil (I prefer grapeseed oil)
1 Teaspoon seasoning of your choice (Mrs. Dash is great!)

Directions

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F

Line a non-insulated cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper.
With a knife or kitchen shears carefully remove the leaves from the thick stems and tear or cut into bite-size pieces. (don’t skip this step, these things taste nasty!)

Wash thoroughly and dry kale with a salad spinner.

Drizzle kale with olive oil and sprinkle with seasoning salt.*

*I prefer to add my oil and seasoned salt to a gallon sized zip top bag and shake it up until the kale is completely covered in the oil mix.

Spread out evenly on the foil lined baking sheet.

Bake until the edges brown but are not burnt, 15 to 20 minutes.**

**I like mine to be extra crispy so I bake the kale for 20-25 min (10 minutes on each side. Then mixed up and an additional 5 min.)

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Tips and Tricks

Tip Tuesday #69

June 13, 2017March 31, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

Here’s another tip for Tip Tuesday:

Use plain Greek Yogurt as a face mask.

I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for ways to improve my complexion and skin. Skin care is so important! Unfortunately, it can also be so expensive! I have a miracle skin care step that is quite inexpensive!

I have been using plain greek yogurt as a face mask, and my skin is looking better than ever! My skin feels and looks smoother, my fine lines and pore are less visible.

There are so many benefits to applying a Greek yogurt mask! What I have noticed is that it helps moisturize, fight acne, prevent breakouts and reduce discoloration. I have heard that it also can prevent premature aging, as well as relieve sunburn.

Directions: Generously apply 1.5-2 tsp of plain greek yogurt to the entire face avoiding the eye area. Let it sit on the skin until the mask is dry. Remove with a warm washcloth and be amazed at how beautiful your skin looks and feels.

Generally, I will apply it before I take a shower and leave it on my face about 10 min or so, depending on how much time I have. If I have a busy morning and don’t have time to bother with a face mask, I will apply the mask at night and leave it on anywhere from 20-35 min.

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No Gym No Problem

No Gym? No Problem! #24

June 12, 2017April 19, 2017 LauraJoli LookingJoliGoodLeave a comment

A great at home walking workout by Lucy Wyndham-Read. She gives really great instructions and information!

“Lose weight with this Indoor Walking Workout that you can do at home, this is a specially designed walking workout for weight loss -it is a low impact workout which makes it suitable for every fitness level so it is a perfect beginners workout and also if you are going through rehab or obese this will be ideal. This is also suitable for Pre and Postnatal.So grab your trainers and let’s do this fun workout together. The benefits of walking is that it burns off calories and tones you up at the same time.”

Do you have 15 minutes to improve your heath and wellness? Yes, You Do! No Excuses, Just do it! Remember to keep good proper form, warm up before, and stretch after you exercise!

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Tip Tuesday #71

Here is another tip for Tip Tuesday!

No Gym? No Problem! #26

6 Minute Standing Ab Workout: A Great Ab Workout without the Floor

Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater

~Weekly Product Highlight~ Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe Herbs, and Rosewater~

Ipsy June 2017 Glam Bag

June’s Glam Bag theme is “Volume Up”

Here is what I got in my June 2017 ipsy glam bag:

Beaute Basics Travel Face Blender in Light Pink

NYX Professional Makeup Whipped Lip & Cheek Soufflé in Plush

PÜR Mini Fully Charged Magnetic Mascara

skyn ICELANDGlacial Face Wash with White Willow Bark

Tip Tuesday #70

No Gym? No Problem! #25

Caress Body Wash Forever Collection

~Weekly Product Highlight~Caress Body Wash Forever Collection~

Love Forever

Adore Forever:

Mystique Forever

Enchant Forever:

Baked Kale Chips

Tip Tuesday #69

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No Gym? No Problem! #24

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Here is what I got in my June 2017 ipsy glam bag:

Beaute Basics Travel Face Blender in Light Pink

NYX Professional Makeup Whipped Lip & Cheek Soufflé in Plush

PÜR Mini Fully Charged Magnetic Mascara

skyn ICELANDGlacial Face Wash with White Willow Bark

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~Weekly Product Highlight~Caress Body Wash Forever Collection~

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