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Products I’m Digging Lately Volume 3

June 10, 2014
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Welcome back to another installment of things I’ve been digging lately.  These are some of my favorite posts to write because I love sharing new finds and things that I have been crushing on.  This one is going to be kind of random…..sometimes I like to have a general direction or theme but this one…..yeah doesn’t.  Anyways let’s get right into it.

This Eye Cream

Caudalie Vinosource S.O.S Morning Eye Rescue

I have been getting a lot of emails from people asking me which eye cream I use since I have those samples at Sephora on lockdown I have had a lot to choose from.  Since weekly sleeping with no alarms never happens I was on the hunt for an eye cream that had caffeine.  I was starting to notice some puffiness and darkening under my eyes (ughhh make it stop!!!).  So I quickly hit up the poor solo Sephora gal in the back and managed to get four large size samples so I could “compare and contrast“.  This one came out as the clear winner and the best part it was the least expensive out of all of them.  It is very light, cooling, absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave behind any greasy residue.  I put it on first thing in the morning and really noticed a significant change in the degree of puffiness that went down.  My eyes looks noticeable more awake and refreshed.  Like I had a couple more hours of sleep.  Oh and makeup goes on top no problem.  I highly recommend it!

Face Self-Tanner

Xen-Tan ‘Face Tanner Luxe’ Premium Sunless Tanner
Now that Summer is rolling in I want to have that nice sun kissed look but I am trying to keep my skin out of the sun.  I have experimented in the past with face self tanners but they all broke my face out like crazy.  I had gotten a sample of this before and loved it so much I bought the full sized.  A tiny bit goes a long way!  This bottle should last you a long time!  What I love about it is that it is tinted when you put it on.  All weekend I had no makeup on my face just this.  The color develops into a golden natural color with no streaking.  Actually in this picture from yesterday I had just swiped it on before we went to dinner.  No makeup just this tinted self tanner.  Highly recommend it!
Body Self Tanner
Total Skin Care Solutions Self Tanning Lotion
Okay no matter what self tanner I put on, even when it smells all fine going on….a couple of hours later when it starts activating it just emits that smell.  Like seriously what is it?  Or maybe I don’t want to know.  I swear Mark can walk in my place and go “yup you put on self tanner”.  I was sent a few products from the peeps over at Total Skin Care Solutions and out of the products they sent my favorite one was the self tanner.  I put it on in the morning before I went to work and the color developed throughout the day.  It was very natural but noticeable.  The best part it had a tiny bit of a smell when “activating” but it passed the smell test by Mark.  He actually didn’t call me out on wearing self tanner so right there, this is hands down a winner in my book.  No funny streaking just nice natural color.  Oh also they have free shipping on all orders and they send you samples.   You know how I feel about samples.
These Neutral Summer Sandals
TKEES ‘Foundation’ Flip Flops (Nordstroms has limited sizes)  
SHOPBOP has all sizes available free shipping and returns also.
These sandals are seriously so comfortable and they are the most perfect neutral color so it blends right in elongated those legs and really showing off those bright pedicured toes.  I pretty much live in these and being a Florida gal you know I have lots of living in sandals experience.  I have kinda wider (I like to call it sturdy…..Mark calls them hoofs <– rude I know!) so for me they ran true to size.  A few people commented that if you have a narrow foot to size down.  Anyways great staple Summer pieces (which stay tuned I have a Summer Essentials post coming your way soon!).  I also listed SHOPBOP’s link to them because they have more sizes.  Plus SHOPBOP (amazing customer service btw) just linked with Amazon so Prime members you get your same two day shipping!  Holla you could have those sandals by the weekend….just saying.
This Pefect Summery Top
CHRLDR Je T’aime Tank
We started carrying this line at our Barre studio and no joke these shirts sold out the minute they came in.  They are beyond soft and can be worn for class or with a pair of shorts for the Summer.  I have been living in this one (can you tell how blazing hot it is already down here?)
Sandals sold out but similar here (on sale!)///here///Toms here///love these and these
Athleta Plie Tight (ordered the blue tights when they went on sale!)
Toms Ballet flats (pretty much live in these so comfortable!)
These Rompers

I seriously cannot get enough of rompers. Leave it to Forever 21 to of course have the most trendy fashion forward ones at affordable prices.  Not going to lie I have quite a few of those in my closet already!
One Total Lust Piece- Maaji Bikini top
Minty Madness find it at Nordstroms here///Zappos here (more sizes)
I mean a girl can dream right?  I am pretty much obsessed with this top.  The Tone It Up Girls swear by the Maaji bathing suits. They apparently don’t cut into your hips, lay perfectly flat and shoot I mean they do full out exercise in their bikinis.  I could ration spending money on a top and getting a neutral less expensive bottom or vice versa.  I mean how amazing are those straps?  Just saying I do have kind of a big birthday around the corner…..and finally
This butter LONDON Nail Foundation
butter LONDON ‘Nail Foundation’ Flawless Basecoat
I’ve been trying to keep my nails buff, cleaned and more natural as of late.  I have been using this nail foundation and it gives a shiny natural finish look.  Plus butter polishes has no formaldehyde, toluene, or DBP products in their formulas.  I also really love their Hardwear Quick Dry Topcoat and it doesn’t smell like paint thinner so it makes me feel a little better about what I’m absorbing.  
Alright there you have it!  Some of the things I have been digging lately!  Have you tried any of these products?  What is on your list right now?  Hope you have a fab day!  xoxoxo
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  1. Christina says

    June 10, 2014 at 4:25 AM

    You’re the cutest!! <3 Sooo I just bought the Mario Badescu eye cream at Ulta. I’ve heard raving reviews about it and it was only $18. If I don’t love it, I’ll try that kind next. :) xo

  2. Jess says

    June 10, 2014 at 6:09 AM

    The wedges!! Wishing for alllllll the wedges. I’m warming up to all the summer stuff, even though I’m not a fan of the heat. At least it means bright colors and a fresh wardrobe.

  3. Kiki says

    June 10, 2014 at 7:28 AM

    Those rompers are adorable, I am a big romper fan so comfortable and great for summer.

  4. Becky M says

    June 10, 2014 at 8:20 AM

    You know I love any recommendations about self tanner! I may have to look into this! And I love that black tank! It fits you perfectly!

    http://www.madeintheshadeblog.com

  5. Kerry @ Till Then Smile Often says

    June 10, 2014 at 9:43 AM

    Those wedges are so cute!!! I haven’t heard of the nail foundation, sounds worth a try.

  6. Amy @The Crazy Wise Woman says

    June 10, 2014 at 10:12 AM

    Been looking for a good eye cream forever. When I’m tired and/or stressed I get the puffy bags bad!! I’m gonna give that a try :-)

  7. esther novich says

    June 10, 2014 at 10:15 AM

    loving your picks of the week.
    first of all, finding the right eye cream for bags and circles is like my life mission, I´m using Mary Kay now, and it´s not too bad, but I no longer see the changes in my eyes. Maybe it´s time to switch creams.

    Those rompers are super cute, i specially like the last one and the red one. But don´t get me started on your sandals!!! soooooo pretty, i love the criss-cross in the front.

  8. BLovedBoston says

    June 10, 2014 at 10:54 AM

    Love all of these since I actually haven’t heard of most of the brands!! The eye cream sounds amazing as does the face self tanner!! Love the red romper you have posted!! I’ve heard great thinks about Tieks, but want to get the flats instead of the flip flops (mostly because I had thong sandals lol)!!! Hope you have a wonderful Tuesday!! xo

  9. MarlaJan says

    June 10, 2014 at 11:45 AM

    We were talking about your eye cream last week! Once mine is a bit closer to running out, I’m going to go get a sample and see how I like it! Man, I wish I could sport rompers, but I’m just too round on the bottom. Somehow J-Lo makes it work, but I just end up looking like someone from the cast of Willow

  10. Kathy @ Vodka and Soda says

    June 10, 2014 at 11:49 AM

    thanks for the reco on the face tanner — i’ve been looking for one!

    -kathy
    Vodka and Soda

  11. MakeMeUpMia says

    June 10, 2014 at 11:51 AM

    Love that tank, the shoes and that bikini top! Good thing I’m on a no buy this month otherwise I’d probably be buying them all right this second! Once I’m out of eye cream I will definitely be getting that one to try, I’ve been noticing puffiness lately, no!!

  12. P!nky says

    June 10, 2014 at 12:05 PM

    Love those flips and that tank. Easy, breezy, beautiful!

  13. Kerri Taylor says

    June 10, 2014 at 12:07 PM

    what a cute tank! and those sandals yes i have been meaning to purchase. shopbop is kinda amazing you’re so right. it’s def the amazon prime thing that has me hooked :) great round up of items! xo

    [email protected]
    i may do the tutorial you sent, yes yes :) thanks for the email

  14. Jillian Manesh says

    June 10, 2014 at 12:38 PM

    i have those flip flops and i love them!! loving that tank too!! xo jillian – cornflake dreams ps stop by! im hosting a pretty giveaway :)

  15. Jen says

    June 10, 2014 at 12:43 PM

    LOVE that tank and the sandals! I’m currently taking a break from shellac lately and that nail foundation sounds amazing!

    xo, Jen
    http://www.comfortably-chic.com

  16. Ashley says

    June 10, 2014 at 1:11 PM

    Again, why can’t we live in the same city?? Love all your picks! I’m trying to keep my sun out of the face too and will have to try Xen-Tan. Keep the good rec’s coming friend!

  17. Ashley says

    June 10, 2014 at 1:16 PM

    loving all these picks! I have been thinking about getting this exact pair of tkees and now I think I definitely will!

  18. Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes} says

    June 10, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    I don’t know if it’s possible for me to be any more obsessed with that tank! It is SO cute! LOVE! And those wedges… just stop. And totally just put that eye cream on my birthday list ;) Is it sad that I now ask for eye cream as a birthday present? #oldpeopleproblems

    <3, Pamela
    sequinsandseabreezes.blogspot.com

  19. Stacy G says

    June 10, 2014 at 1:40 PM

    Loving everything. The nude sandals are perfect. The tank is so cute! Obsessed with that bikini top and your Toms Ballet flats! I definitely need them! XO

  20. Karly @ Miss in the Midwest says

    June 10, 2014 at 1:59 PM

    I’ve heard great things about all these products. I wear a pair of nude flip flips from the LC Lauren Conrad line at Kohl’s that are almost identical to the ones you posted – and they are only $12.99! I’ll admit that I have them in almost every color …

  21. Carly Blogs Here says

    June 10, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    So in love with that bikini top! I’m with you on self-tanner smells– even the ones that don’t smell like the typical tanner smell, still smell like something and it’s never good! Glad you found one that isn’t too bad & is Mark approved! Love the Toms ballet flats!

  22. Rebecca Jo says

    June 10, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    I love neutral color flip flops/sandals….

    I was going to say the exact same thing – tanners break my face out – good to hear this one was better for you.

  23. Nichole @ casadecrews.com says

    June 10, 2014 at 2:40 PM

    Oooh, I need that eye cream!

  24. Megan @ ThefancyFlamingo says

    June 10, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    These all seem like great finds and Ive never heard of any of them!
    Hooves…LOL
    And I will also like to note that your hair is perfection!!

  25. Niki {Glossy Blonde} says

    June 10, 2014 at 2:55 PM

    I love that tank top and the sandals are perfect!!! Going to check them out now!

  26. Kate @ Another Clean Slate says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:11 PM

    I can not pull off the romper even though I wish I could! Going to check out those neutral flip flops now- I am due for a new pair!

  27. brooke lyn says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    i need more rompers in my life. i only have one!

  28. Tracie Everyday says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:40 PM

    I have been obsessed with rompers too, but haven;t been ballsy enough to buy one yet. I have some of the St. Tropez face tanner, but also have been to afraid to put it on :)

  29. Shenine joon says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    I have some sandals that look just like yours, mine are from Target ;) I love those rompers but sadly they do not compliment my bod…maybe one day I’ll find some cute ones that actually look cute on me.

  30. Tami says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    Lookin so fly in your summery wedges! And I need you to come to Sephora with me… the girl the other day would only give me two samples!

  31. Krystal R. says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:59 PM

    There is not a romper there that I wouldn’t buy right now. Sigh so Im going to have to chose one (and boycott your Tuesday posts because they cost me money haha). Also I might be the only girl on the planet who doesn’t use eye cream!

    I don’t see the point since I have toner and moisturiser?! do you use moisturiser etc also? Maybe you can convince me of the benefits.

  32. Joey says

    June 10, 2014 at 4:10 PM

    Girl you look so freaking fantastic in those photos! YOUR LEGS! (insert heart eyed emoji here)! I haven’t gotten the courage to try a romper yet. I want to though!

  33. Lindsay @ Broke and Bougie says

    June 10, 2014 at 4:42 PM

    Yes to all the rompers!!!

  34. Sara {Rhapsody and Chaos} says

    June 10, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    Huge fan of caudalie products over here :) Will have to try that eye cream for sure! And I looooove those rompers! Wish I had the right body type to pull one off…

  35. Brittany @ Perpetually Daydreaming says

    June 10, 2014 at 5:09 PM

    Love that tank top! It looks so cute on you! I’m definitely going to have to try that eye cream. Is it very moisturizing as well? Or do you only use it in the AM?

  36. Shannon Jenkins says

    June 10, 2014 at 5:19 PM

    Totally trying that eye cream! I have been on the hunt for a good one that’s not super expensive for awhile! Love that tank!! You look so cute and those wedges are perfect!!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com

  37. SMD @ lifeaccordingtosteph says

    June 10, 2014 at 5:26 PM

    I’m always looking for a new morning eye cream. Thanks!

  38. Shelby {Recent Somethings} says

    June 10, 2014 at 5:54 PM

    Cute tank! Love rompers, but they don’t run in “one standard size” across the board at F21, so it’s like 1 of 3 rompers will fit. Boo. But yay for 1!?

  39. Zelle B. says

    June 10, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    That top?! Yes, please! And I was already planning on heading to the mall after work today, and those rompers from Forever just confirmed that! xo

  40. Court @ Sweet Home Alabamian says

    June 10, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    When I am out of my current eye cream (**** lasts for YEARS, haha) I am going to buy the caudalie bc I have just heard too much about it.

  41. Paige @ Reasons to Come Home says

    June 10, 2014 at 7:36 PM

    Love the flip flops and the rompers!

  42. Laura {happily ever} Parker says

    June 10, 2014 at 7:37 PM

    That bathing suit is SO cute! However I don’t think that tiny top would even cover my nipple! haha

  43. Nadine Lynn says

    June 10, 2014 at 7:39 PM

    Can I just say how much I love these posts you do! I am going to have to try out that eye cream!!! I need one bad! I am just about out of mine.

  44. Lisa Loves John says

    June 10, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    I need to check out that face self-tanner! And that bikini top is amazing!!

  45. alyssa says

    June 10, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    I think I’m completely in love with that tank top. It’s so simple but I’m preeeetty sure I could rock it something fierce. And thank you for those rompers!! I love them I love them I love them. Rompers are everything.

  46. Kelli @ A Deeper Joy says

    June 10, 2014 at 10:21 PM

    Love those flips flops! All great picks!! You look awesome in that tank top! Love it!

  47. Ashley @ A Faithful Passion says

    June 10, 2014 at 10:46 PM

    Those rompers are adorable!! I want them all!!

  48. Katie Elizabeth says

    June 10, 2014 at 11:59 PM

    I want all of the rompers, please! I’m obsessed with them and at Forever 21 prices, I cannot stop buying them!! I’ve heard a lot of really good things about Xen Tan but have yet to try it.. I think I will after my St. Tropez runs out. Thanks for all the honest reviews!

  49. Amanda - Voyage of the MeeMee says

    June 11, 2014 at 12:10 AM

    I’ve been looking for a good self tanner for the face! I’ll have to check this stuff out. I got a spray tan a couple of weeks ago and my face faded so much faster from all the washing! haha

  50. Maggie says

    June 11, 2014 at 2:39 AM

    Thank you for sharing these self tanning products!! I know what you mean by that smell…my husband calls it “cheese lotion” haha I am going to have to try these because I want to be tan without the sun damage!! I am also loving that graphic tank! So cute :)

    Maggie
    http://www.PolishedClosets.com

  51. Corbin Page says

    June 11, 2014 at 3:10 AM

    Ah! I love all of these picks. I have been struggling with the same dark circles showing up (when did this happen!!), so I’ll have to try that eye cream. Love the rompers too, hope they never go out of style.

    Corbin
    Decor-Eat

  52. Kristen says

    June 13, 2014 at 4:41 AM

    you should just be a model, stop it. and im buying that eye cream the minute i get back home.

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