The BIG SECRET to Keeping Your Skin Hydrated All Year Long!

Living in the Sunshine State has its perks, there's no doubt about that. One perk is the sun and all the gorgeous weather, but the downside of all this Vitamin D is it makes my skin super dry if I don't keep it hydrated. That's where Curél® Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer comes into the picture.

Whether you live by the sun or spend time in the cold, Curél® is the answer to your dry skin blues. Want proof? Lucky for you, Curél® and a bunch of bloggers (including myself) teamed up to apply Curél® Hydra Therapy daily and officially reveal to you how you can keep your skin hydrated... all year long!

Believe it or not, applying Curél® Hydra Therapy after my shower, once a day, really does make my skin softer and no joke: I noticed a difference after just one use. It’s a little different than my usual moisturizer. I applied this right after I got out of the bath, before toweling off. Why after the shower though? After showering, your pores are open, providing an easy pathway for moisture to absorb into your skin! There isn’t even a need to rub the moisturizer in, just towel off and go about your day. Curél® Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer with Advanced Ceramide Complex penetrates deeply into the skin's surface at this point bringing moisture to the source of dryness. It absorbs immediately and with daily use will end your dry skin! I’ve found that the dry, rough patches I had before now look much smoother, and my skin overall appears more hydrated and well nourished. I’m super happy with it!

Not only will Curél® Hydra Therapy hydrate your skin, this moisturizer is immediately absorbed - leaving no greasiness! Plus it's fragrance free and dermatologist recommended, so you don't have to worry about it irritating your skin, even if you’re like me and you have super sensitive skin!
With all of that said, I think I'm ready to reveal the big secret Curél®, 39 other bloggers and I have been working on together. Check out this "End of Dry Skin" graphic, it really will be the beginning of so much
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Speaking of the beginning of something much more, I think we need to talk about something important! I'm giving away $100 to ONE lucky commenter! So tell me, what's your favorite part of the "End of Dry Skin" graphic...? Will you start adding Curél® Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer into your shower routine? I'd love to hear what you think in the comments below!

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Baby Essentials from Boon

Today's the day, Delainey is six months! I'll be posting her monthly update soon, but right this second I think we need to talk about something a little different. Parenting isn't the easiest, but it is so worth it... and Boon knows that. Today's discussion is sponsored by Boon, because they know what being a new parent is like! With that said, all opinions expressed below are completely my own.

Let me start by saying, these last six months have flown by. I some how have this wild child on my hands, who has mastered her banchee yell and is sitting up on her own already, and I'm just sitting over here wondering what happened to my newborn?

But here's the deal, we made it. Through a few sleepless nights, through her first fever, through her first stuffy nose, through her first boo boo, through her first bout with hair loss (but seriously...she's bald now y'all), through so many firsts I can't even count... and I'm lucky enough to be by her side through it all and it's happening SO fast!

While time couldn't be going any quicker, I've still managed to fit in a few seconds to make sure D only has the best of the best. I want to make sure she has the cutest clothes, the coolest toys, and of course, even the best of the essentials is a must in our home! Boon CARE is the best of the essentials. Brilliantly designed for optimal function, making this kit easy to take with you on the go and conveniently packed full of must-haves for mamas on the go!

With a thermometer, that reads so quickly a baby may not even notice their temperature being taken and the flexible tip, gauging a fever is as painless as possible.

On the same note as pain, the Silicone toothbrush is possibly D's favorite in the kit. Gentle on the gums but perfect for her poor little teething self. It's the perfect little tool to encourage her to brush her teeth and show her how it's done.

Speaking of showing her how it's all done, I think she's mastered getting a manicure. Do you see that attitude seeping through her photo below? It's all real sass people, already. Regardless, the Boon CARE nail clippers are awesome. We didn't have this handy kit when D was fresh out the womb and trimming her nails was a huge hassle, now with the oversized, easy to grip handle, it's easier than ever to make sure my little girl's nails are looking their best.

One thing that may "save you" when your babe has their first stuffy nose is a nasal aspirator. Sure, it sounds a little strange, but you never have any mucus reach your mouth but are able to suck ALL of the "gold" out! Luckily, it's all caught inside of a cotton ball (the easiest filter ever). It's gross to think of sucking boogers, I know, but so are SO many things parents do for their babies AND giving your baby the relief a nasal aspirator provides is seriously the best thing ever when they aren't feeling great.

As the seasoned mamas know, when babies aren't feeling great, one of the top things on your list of essentials will likely be a medicine spoon... luckily one is included in the Boon CARE kit! The removable soft dispenser and the easy to read measuring labels make this spoon an essential, for sure. Actually, I almost guarantee we will use this handy little spoon for years to come when it's necessary to give D medicine!

The last item in the Boon Care kit is the cradle cap brush! With soft bristles that gently massage the scalp, this is a must in our home. We actually received a brush from the hospital and managed to misplace it, luckily this brush is even better and it's perfect to make sure the little bit of hair D does have is styled well, underneath her bow anyways!

After sharing all of that, I bet it's easy to see why we think the Boon CARE kit is so great in our house. Each and every item is something every new parent and baby needs at some point, yet they are items that you don't really think about until they are necessary. Luckily, this kit is the perfect gift and one that is a great addition to your baby registry, so make sure to add it to your list of must-haves and as a new parent, prepare for the ride of your life.

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The Hair Dryer Has Been Reinvented and YOU Will Love It!

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. 

A hair dryer is just a hair dryer, or so you thought. I felt the same way, until I had this powerful little hair tool in my hand. The game has changed, styling your hair just got a little easier, and we have Dyson to thank.

The Dyson Supersonic hair dryer has reinvented the standard hair dryer with a unique digital motor for fast and balanced drying. It even has a thermistor that helps protect your hair from heat damage and a monitor that checks the temperature every 20 seconds, keeping your hair safe and beautiful! Plus, this beauty has three magnetic styling attachments- making it easier to style every type of hair. This is the hair dryer reinvented and it's definitely my new favorite beauty accessory.

As a new mom, just gaining a second of freedom here or there while my baby plays with a toy, I can say I didn't use to have the time to devote to styling my hair perfectly every morning. Now with my Dyson Supersonic hair dryer and it's ultra-fast drying capabilities, I'm ready to go when Delainey is ready to play.

Another reason this dryer is mama friendly? It's acoustically tuned. While that sounds like it may play music well, that isn't the case. The powerful motor is actually tuned to produce one inaudible frequency and it's enveloped by a vibration reduction system, making this dryer quiet enough to not wake the baby when you just need to feel clean after a long day. I love the fact that I'm able to use this dryer without having to worry about waking the tiny little monster--that makes getting ready for our first date night out since having her a more reasonable idea.

Whether your using the highest or lowest of the three speeds this hair dryer offers or boosting it to the highest of the four heat levels, you'll really appreciate how this dryer feels like it was made for you... helping to shape your hair into the perfect style, quickly and reliably. I know I love my new Dyson Supersonic hair dryer and I think you will too.

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