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How to Keep Your Skin Glowing During Summer

 Hey friends!

As we dive into the sunny days of summer, taking care of our skin becomes even more crucial. The heat, sun exposure, and humidity can really take a toll, but with a few simple steps, we can keep our skin looking fresh and glowing all season long!

 



1. Stay Hydrated: First things first, let's talk hydration! Drinking plenty of water throughout the day not only helps keep us cool but also ensures our skin stays hydrated. This means less dryness and more elasticity, which equals a natural glow.

2. Protect from the Sun: Sunscreen isn't just for beach days—it's a daily essential. Opt for a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher and make it part of your morning routine. Don't forget to reapply if you're out and about! This helps prevent sun damage, premature aging, and keeps our skin healthy.

3. Cleanse and Exfoliate: With the heat and sweat, our pores can get clogged easily. A good cleanse morning and night helps remove dirt and oil, keeping breakouts at bay. And don't skip exfoliation! Doing it 1-2 times a week helps shed dead skin cells, revealing smoother and brighter skin underneath.

4. Moisturize Smartly: Yes, even in summer, moisturizing is important. Look for lightweight, non-greasy formulas that suit your skin type. Gel-based or oil-free moisturizers are great choices—they hydrate without feeling heavy, perfect for hot days.

5. Eat Your Way to Radiance: Lastly, let's not forget about what we put into our bodies. Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, veggies, and antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and E can work wonders for our skin. These nutrients help protect against sun damage and promote collagen production, keeping our skin looking youthful and radiant.

So there you have it—five simple tips to keep your skin glowing and healthy this summer. Let's enjoy the sunshine while taking care of our skin like the glowing goddesses we are!

Stay radiant,

Believe in Rust and Orange

The best way to wear the bold colors of Fall? Ya gotta have options.




 

Fashion: Cardigan and Jeans


 

Sweater and Jeans


 

Fashion that Rules Ponchos

Ponchos are in style but it is how you wear it that makes the difference. A casual outfit can still look chic.

GET THE LOOK>>PONCHO PLUS BIG FLOPPY HAT!

Set #1 from InStyle
 at portal www.trendMe.net
Set #1

RomWe



ROMWE, Have you tried them yet? I am all about getting the best deal I can on things. I have known about ROMWE for a while and have even did a few post on them. They are International and they are a real company for those who have doubts. There are so many of these new clothing sites popping up makes a girl wonder which are legit.

This week I decided it was time for an update. They are affordable and offer high quality clothing.

Right now they have BargainBae. I have to admit I don't agree with all the sayings on the t shirts, but I have found some really good deals on ordinary everyday items.

➦Be advised International site so shipping can take longer and clothing sizes run small, but they do have a plus size section that works well for American XL. If you order from them just pick a few items find your correct sizing according to their site and go from there.

Check them out. There's just under 18 hours left.

You get 3 items for $20 from a bargain bin. All orders over $29 will receive a free gift.

New customers that sign up for the ROMWE newsletter will receive a $5 coupon off their first purchase at ROMWE.


Black Opal Foundation Stick Review

Black Opal Foundation in a word...AMAZING!

My experience with Black Opal foundation stick has been very good. It is a rich creamy foundation. You can achieve full coverage with just a few dabs. The colors in the picture are Hazelnut (left) and Suede Mocha (right). The pictures below clearly show how moisturizing the foundation is. I love it! Apply, blend, set. It is a very good alternative (in my opinion) to my MAC concealer, which I use as a foundation. I actually prefer it.

No primer brighter lighting

No primer and low light


I also purchased the Deluxe Finishing Loose Powder in Deep. The finishing powder has a silky texture and adds a matte look without looking dry or ashy. I love love the foundation, but if I was in a rush the finishing powder is so richly pigmented I can apply it over moisturizer/primer. The finishing powder contains mica. Leaves a silky glow to your skin.



Black Opal advertises as a true to color full coverage foundation with 16 shades. I agree it is a heavy foundation and seems to be very good for someone whose skin tends to be on the dry side. The color range is awesome. There are 5 shades darker than Hazelnut and 2 shades darker than Suede Mocha. The color chart on the website needs improving because you can't really see the richness of the shades. I hope and pray Black Opal continues this amazing line of foundations and powders. It does transfer a little and it maybe a little oily for people prone to oily skin that breaks out easily, but other than that, these little foundation sticks are amazing.

Stella & Dot Sign-Up Special


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Hello everyone, sorry I have been away for a little while. I had so many irons in the fire, there seemed no time to post, then I received a notice in my e-mail about Stella & Dot's upcoming stylist event, and what better way to start off this year's posting.

I plan to try to stick to a schedule of at least one post a week for right now and that will include this post about the Stella & Dot stylist sale.

Okay, so let's get right to it, for the month of January you can become a Stella & Dot stylist for just $99 down and the remaining balance of $100 for the starter kit will be waived, if you sell $1,000 in merchandise within 30 days and to make this an even better deal from 01/8 to 02/05, you will receive an additional $150 in their bestselling merchandise ($500 in total). If you don't make the $1,000 in sales during your first 30 days, your seller account will be billed the remaining $100. Sign-up as a Stella & Dot Stylist for $99 today!

So, to touch on the basics of becoming as S&D stylist here is what you get:

  • 25 to 50 percent discount on merchandise plus free merchandise.
  • Flexibility of setting your own hours and work from home.
  • Earn 20 to 30 percent commissions paid out weekly.
  • You get to choose the items that go in your kit and all starter kits include items to help with your success, such as display items, sales tools, a personalized website and more. Sign-up as a Stella & Dot Stylist for $99 today!
If you just want to check out some of their amazing items

Shop Rebecca Minkoff's Collection Here! or Transform any outfit with a must-have statement pendant from Stella & Dot!

Vintage Bohemian Shoulder Bag


This bag is awesome. A compartment for all of your gadgets and beauty products.



The Many Looks of Ms. Aretha Franklin


The Legendary Queen of Soul passed away on August 16,2018. She was a true old school diva and her going home ceremony was a testament to that. 
Ms. Aretha had many fashion looks but the ones below were some of my faves.

Trend Alert: Faux Locs




Locs are not new but the way people are going after the style is new. If for whatever reason you don't want to actually dread your own hair (who came up with that term sounds like something to avoid not enjoy), anywho there are now alternatives to wearing dreadlocks.


➽Dreadlocks, also locsdreads, or in SanskritJaṭā,[1] are ropelike strands of hair formed by matting or braiding hair.[2] Earliest depictions of dreadlocks date from over 3000 years ago. There are records of Minoans and Greeks wearing locs. (Wikipedia)


I have fallen in love with the faux loc hairstyle, but before trying them I did a little research to find out which ones are supposed to be better and easier to install.

Since I will be attempting this myself with a little help I needed to know the pros and cons of each method. I must say some of the methods are a little time consuming so I would need to plan accordingly.

➧ So far the cons are faux locs are a long-lasting protective style you can do your self and the end result is very versatile, there is no end to all the styles you can wear.
➧ Cons are synthetic hair can be heavy and drying to your natural hair if not taken care of properly.

 These ladies did an amazing job explaining the process. Thank you so much for the tutorials.


➧Each of the tutorials has a little different method which is why I choose them.





This video shows the best looking and more authentic look of dreads (in my opinion).






➧The video below shows a faster method and dreads look a little silky.





➧I love this video on faux loc because she also covers taking care of your hair.




If you have tried faux locs please leave your comments below as to how the process went for you.

➽A little interesting information on dreadlocks. In my quest to find out more about the hairstyle I got a history lesson. It took two hours to do what was supposed to be a 30-minute post about a new do. Check out the page for some very interesting information.


https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=58980410

Polyvore is No More



Hello everyone. One of my favorite places to mix art and fashion has decided to do away with their website. :(

But no fear I have plans to take my website in a new direction. I started this just to show how you can get the looks and trends for low prices. As much as I love fashion I also have a penchant for home decor so I've decided Get the Looks 4 Less will now be about both, Mostly fashion and fashion ideas with a little decor thrown in.

I will also upload my previous sets since none of the links work anymore from Polyvore.


Until next time,

XOXO