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This Week’s Drugstore Beauty Deals September 17 – September 23
All the information below has been obtained from the national CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid circulars. I try to make sure to list all beauty that’s on sale in all regions of the United States each week, but certain sales may vary depending on where in the United States you live. If you live in an area that does not participate in national sales, check with your local store manager for more information. Here are this week’s beauty deals at CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid: CVS Revlon: Spend $12/Get $3 ExtraBucks Rewards (any Revlon cosmetics, with rewards card)* Covergirl: Spend $15/Get $5 ExtraBucks Rewards (any Covergirl cosmetics, with rewards card)*…
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Single Serve Healthy Chocolate Mug Cake
Craving a slice of chocolate cake, but you want to stay on track with healthy eating? Then this single serve healthy chocolate mug cake is for you! It is naturally sweetened and made with whole grains for a quick and easy homemade treat! Here’s how to make it: Ingredients: 2 ½ tablespoons white whole wheat flour (or all-purpose gluten-free flour) 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder ⅛ teaspoon baking powder 1 egg white 1 tablespoon maple syrup ½ teaspoon coconut oil, melted 1 tablespoon almond milk 1 teaspoon mini chocolate chips Instructions: Place dry ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until combined. Then add in egg white, maple syrup, coconut…
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Is A Gluten-Free Diet Right for You?
Gluten free living has hit an all-time high with many people opting for a lifestyle that doesn’t include gluten to help with digestion, general health, and weight loss. There are 3 main categories for gluten related disorders so, before you decide if gluten-free is right for you, here are a few things to consider: Celiac Disease – This is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the intestines every time gluten is consumed. Damage to the intestines prevents nutrients from being absorbed, leading to diseases of malnutrition and other long-term health issues. There are over 300 different symptoms that vary from one person to another, which makes Celiac…
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This Week’s Drugstore Beauty Deals September 10 – September 16
All the information below has been obtained from the national CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid circulars. I try to make sure to list all beauty that’s on sale in all regions of the United States each week, but certain sales may vary depending on where in the United States you live. If you live in an area that does not participate in national sales, check with your local store manager for more information. Here are this week’s beauty deals at CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid: CVS Revlon: Spend $15/Get $5 ExtraBucks Rewards (any Revlon cosmetics & Buy any Revlon eye product, receive a free Revlon mascara, with rewards card)* Covergirl:…
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Common Excuses Used For Skipping A Workout & How to Beat Them
You know you should exercise. You know it’s good for your health, your mind and your body. You mean to do it, you really do, but there are just too many things that stand in the way. Or are there? Some excuses are valid such as you were late for work because the baby spit up on you or there was an accident on the freeway and some excuses are, well, just excuses and many of us have a well-stocked arsenal of why we “can’t”. Here are some excuses that are used for missing a workout, and how to overcome them: “I’m Too Tired” Of course you are! Being sedentary…
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Ways To Spend Less On Clothes
Every season brings new fashion trends and with fall around the corner, you are probably thinking about snagging a few key pieces to update your current fall wardrobe, but you would probably go broke if you tried to keep up with every single trend (no matter the season)! The good news is, you can keep your fall wardrobe fresh by changing your mindset about shopping. Here are a few tips I live by when it comes to keeping my wardrobe current and these tips will save you time and money without sacrificing style: Not All Trends Are Must-Haves – Before you start shopping, remember that not all trends are must-haves, and what…
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This Week’s Drugstore Beauty Deals September 3 – September 9
All the information below has been obtained from the national CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid circulars. I try to make sure to list all beauty that’s on sale in all regions of the United States each week, but certain sales may vary depending on where in the United States you live. If you live in an area that does not participate in national sales, check with your local store manager for more information. Here are this week’s beauty deals at CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid: CVS Revlon: Buy 1/Get 1 50% off (all Revlon cosmetics, with rewards card)* Covergirl: Spend $15/Get $5 Extrabucks Rewards (any Covergirl cosmetics, with rewards card)*…
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Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty Event
The 21 Days of Beauty Event starts Sunday, September 3rd both in-store and online and runs through Saturday, September 23rd at Ulta! Here is the list of what will be on sale each day during the event: Sunday September 3: IT Cosmetics Brow Power Super Skinny $12 (reg. $24) Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum $44 (reg. $88) Monday September 4: Buxom Plumpline Lip Liner $8.50 ea. (reg. $17) Bare Minerals Mineral Veil Finishing Powder $11.50 (reg. $23 Tuesday September 5: PUR Primers $16.50 ea. (reg. $33) Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel 8 oz. $7 (reg. $14) Wednesday September 6: TARTE Double Duty Beauty Lip Sculptor, Lipstick & Lipgloss $10 (reg.…
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Target’s September Beauty Boxes Are Live
Target’s September Beauty Boxes (yes, there are 2) are available now ($7 ea., free shipping & 1 box each per customer. Click Here to order your boxes. If you click the link to order and it says the boxes are no longer available, then the boxes are sold out). Don’t wait to order because these boxes will sell out and if you pay with your Target REDcard, you receive 5% off all purchases, including these boxes. Here’s what’s inside this month’s beauty boxes: Beauty Box #1 – Your New Basics: Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb (7 ml.) Acure Ultra-Hydrating Shampoo (1.3 oz.) Acure Ultra-Hydrating Conditioner (1.3 oz.) Covergirl Total Tease Mascara…
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August Favorites
August brought the last days of summer vacation hanging out at the pool with friends, family vacations and the first day of school for many and now August is over, so it’s time to talk about what I have been loving this past month: Makeup & Fragrance Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Lip Crème Lipstick in the shade #216 Kiss Kiss Bang Bang* – This is a great shade for summer! Love the formulation of this lipstick, doesn’t dry out my lips and this has been my go to shade for the month. e.l.f. Makeup Mist & Set* – I love this makeup setting spray! It’s hydrating, it contains aloe,…