Hair can get damaged extremely easily. I personally experience damage in my hair from using hot tools. 
Damaged hair can feel brittle, and dry. 

Here are some common problems of damaged hair:

• Loss Of Elasticity
• Split Ends 
• High Porosity
• Dry and Brittle 
• Prone To Breakages
• Knots Easily

To fix these issues in my hair I tried out Maple Holistics Silk18 Shampoo

The shampoo is Infused with a rejuvenating blend of 18 silk amino acids which help fortify hair follicles and strengthen strands to protect hair from dryness, breakage, damage, split ends, and hair fall.

I instantly saw a difference in my hair and it's health only a few days after using the product. 

The nourishing formula gently cleanses dandruff, excess sebum, and impurities to leave your hair and scalp feeling fresh but not stripped.
Enriched with argan and jojoba oil to add supreme softness and a luminous shine. 

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Destressing is something I don’t do often, but when I do it is important that I find the best products to de-stress, indulge in self-care, & treat myself.
 
My favorite way to relax and de-stress is a face mask and recently I have been LOVING the BIORÉ® BLUE AGAVE + BAKING SODA WHIPPED NOURISHING DETOX MASK. The agave in the mask creates an intense pore-tingly sensation that leaves your pores feeling clean and purified.
 
This mask is a great way to sit and relax even if you are in a time crunch. The best part is that it deep cleans in 3 minutes! Yeah you read that right. 3 minutes. It is great for combination skin and lifts away all of the dirt, oil, and pollution to purify your pores and skin. It has natural baking soda, known to deep clean, and natural blue agave, known to soothe and condition skin. I am a huge fan of the texture of the mask. It is whipped and has a creamy texture to it so it is super easy to apply to the skin.
 
There is nothing better than a long day at school or work and coming home to a cooling detox mask.
All you have to do is :

1. Use on a wet face
2. Apply Mask
3. Chill out and relax for 3-5 minutes
4. Rinse thoroughly

 
It is seriously that easy!
 
But my de-stress routine doesn’t just stop there! I like to start my morning off right with a clean face so I use the BIORÉ® BLUE AGAVE + BAKING SODA BALANCING PORE CLEANSER. It gives you that same deep clean the mask does to start your day feeling fresh. It gently exfoliates your skin with natural jojoba beads in it that leave your skin feeling extra smooth and refreshed.
All you have to do is:
1.     Wet your face
2.     Pump cleanser into your hands and lather
3.     Massage over your entire face
4.     Rinse thoroughly
 
I love relaxing after a long day with these products from BIORÉ. 
 

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE MASKS:
Whipped Nourishing Detox Mask - Walmart
Balancing Pore Cleanser - Walmart
Whipped Nourishing Detox Mask - Amazon
Balancing Pore Cleanser - Target
 
 
 

Hey Ya’ll
 
About 5 years ago I switched to an electric toothbrush, mainly for a deeper clean to my teeth and to see if it really made a difference compared to a regular toothbrush.
 
A couple weeks ago I switched up my toothbrush to the @SmileBrilliant Electric Toothbrush and I am loving what it has done for my teeth and my gums.
 

The Toothbrush: https://www.smilebrilliant.com/product/electric-toothbrush
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What I love about this toothbrush is the variety it brings.
It has 5 brush modes – clean, white, massage, gum care, and sensitive.
This offers so much variety for what your teeth need, and it gives the ability for a better smile to everyone. Not to mention that is has a 30 day battery life, because if you are anything like me you will forget to plug it in for a night. I think what makes brushing my teeth so easy with this toothbrush is that it has an auto-interval smart timer so I know when it’s time to switch sides. This makes brushing every tooth easy to do so that you don’t miss a spot. And if you are one of those people who brush their teeth in the shower (I am not) it has a waterproof design that makes the toothbrush shower and bath safe for ya’ll.
 
They also offer 3 different packages for you based off what you want. ​

I have truly seen a difference in my teeth and gums while using this toothbrush. And its easy to use which is a must for me!
Compared to the other electric toothbrushes I’ve used I like this one the best because of the 5 different options it provides me with.
 
The brush also has a 2 year warranty. It removes 7x more plaque and improves your gum health in less than 2 weeks. I have seen the true results.
 
And you can get 20% off cariPRO Ultrasonic electric toothbrushes with
​CODE: sarahstump20
 
#smilefearlessly

We are also offering a giveaway if you click here:

It's that time of the season folks! Morgan Taylor's new line is out and this is my favorite line yet! Why? You ask..
Well first off these shades made all my nail dreams come true! 
I can sometimes be boring when it comes to my nails, I like pale pinks. 
I get it from my grandma! 

So these colors are the definition of a floral fantasy!

It is inspired by your favorite flowers, soft, subtle colors that provide the perfect spring look.
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I am always on the lookout for new beauty products that could turn into a Holy Grail for me. 
When I found VII Code I was intrigued to see if this product was really all it was said to be. 
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The formula was developed by an Austrian-brn doctor Bryne Victor. It was queen Josephines choice! So needless to say this formula is more than fit for a queen. 
Ive been using the T2 Oxygen Eye cream for a few weeks now and my under eyes feel so refreshed and I can see the difference in my dark circles and it makes me look so much more energized even if I only got those 2 hours of sleep because I was slaving away in the kitchen for Christmas dinner. The formula instantly activates your skins natural repair system. 

I used the cream in the night after I moisturize my face and in the morning I could tell a dramatic difference. I had an incredible experience with this eye cream. I even have sensitive skin and this product was easy on my skin. There was no irritation and the application was extremely easy to apply. 

The Key Ingredients: 

• Chamomile: Possesses many powerful skin properties, such as anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antibacterial, antiseptic, and contains essential oils and antioxidants. It is a hypoallergenic and helps to reduce skin irritants by neutralizing free radicals.
• Avocado: A great source of antioxidant carotenoids, like alpha-carotene, zeaxanthin, lutein, vitamin C, and vitamin E. These free radical quenching compounds provide significant protection for your skin from the environmental damage that leads to fine lines, wrinkles, and other visible signs of aging.
• Vitamins, Antioxidants: Needed for the creation of elastin and collagen, which bind your skin cells together and maintain their firmness and structure. Preventing free radical damage from oxidizing fats in your skin cells that leads to aging skin.
  
  

Ya'll have heard me say it a million times but Morgan Taylor is my FOREVER FAVORITE nail polish. 
Each design and color is always a new adventure when I open up the new themed package. 

With the Holidays coming up Morgan Taylor Gift Set's are the perfect gift for friends and family. 

"My fans want me glamorous. I won't let them down."
-Marilyn Monroe

With the new holiday collection you can tap into your inner scarlet. There are so many shades to choose from in this collection. With classic shades resembling the Old Hollywood beauty and sexy, vibrant tones that represent her iconic nature, this color range is one to remember.

There are a total of 12 shades 

Prepare to BE ICONIC.
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Batting My Lashes 
(Deep Mahogany Creme)
The Camera Loves Me 
(Burgundy Creme)
Wish Upon A Scarlet
(Red Shimmer) 
Blue-Eyed Beauty
(Baby Blue Creme)  
I Prefer Millionaires
(Copper Plum Pearl) 
Some Like It Red
(Bright Red Glitter)
Ice Or No Dice
(Gold Glitter)
Diamonds Are My BFF
(Fine Silver Glitter)
A Kiss From Marilyn 
(Bright Red Creme)
Hollywood's Sweetheart 
(Rosy Pink Creme)
She's A Natural 
(Soft Nude Creme)
Wrapped In Satin​
(Snow Blue Shimmer)

Can you believe it's AUGUST?! 
Where did Summer go? I leave for school in a week and I have no idea where the time has gone. 
But now that summer is on the way out and fall in coming you know what that means??? 

NEW MORGAN TAYLOR COLLECTION, and of course only the most GORGEOUS colors you could ever dream of. 
If you've always wanted to go on an African Safari Adventure , these colors are going to fulfill your dream!

Let's be WILD together babes

​Explore these 6 shades and travel through the African Plains with your gorgeous nails. 
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​Go Wild with these Shades:

• Are You Lion To Me?
• Off The Grid 
• No Cell? Oh Well!
• Wanna Share The Tent?
• No Sudden Mauves
• Neutral by Nature

It's ABOUT TIME the sun is finally out. Which means I can finally get my SUN-KISSED SKIN TAN on.  I AM READY!
Okay but we know that sometimes too much sun causes skin cancer and tanning beds are awful for your skin. 
BUT a little sun never hurt nobody, and a little self-tanner seriously NEVER hurts anyone. 
 
Don't get me wrong, I LOVE tanning outside and chilling in the sun but I also want to take care of my skin at the same time. Also, in the winter I don't want to hop in a tanning bed to get a nice glow because... Let's be honest, that get's expensive, and it's really bad for your skin. 

As a result, I have the perfect solution. SELF TANNING

So here are all your best products to get the perfect glow so you'll be looking like you just got off a boat with the Kardashians. 

TANNING MOUSSE

Tanning Mousse's are super handing and blend really easy. 
I highly recommend if you are a first timer to self tanning.
These three are my favorites. The first two are from LOVING TAN and the last is from 
ST. TROPEZ (higher end). 
Mousse's are so easy to use and they blend so easily!!
What I love most about these mousse's are that they have a brown/green undertone
instead of a pink/red. This sounds kinda crazy but just TRUST ME!
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This FLAWLESS DARKER BY FAKE BAKE is my ultimate favorite 
by far! This one is a spray but it blends so nicely. The color is 
the nicest color of brown. I recommend spraying it on the mitt and rubbing it in
Also, I keep mine on overnight for a darker look. It smells super yummy! 
The TARTE bronzer, doesn't last as long and has more of a gel feel to it but 
​the color is great and it's the perfect bronze. 
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These all natural lotions and oils 
were formulated to hydrate your skin and enhance your tanning experience.  
If you are looking for the perfect SPF to protect your skin these 
are my go to!

As always when using any self tanning products take a warm shower, shave, and exfoliate. THIS IS KEY!
Towel dry yourself and pat don't rub! Use a mitt when applying product. 
DO NOT USE YOUR HANDS!

Summer is here and it's time to make a SPLASH! 
Your nails will be looking brighter than ever before with these shades! In this Hot weather you will need Cool nails!

I am always amazed by the color's from Morgan Taylor, they never cease to amaze me! I always wonder how could even more colors come out?! But they always create colors perfect for each season and colors that I've never seen before! This collection embraces everything that summer is about. FUN , BRIGHT, HOT, FLIRTY, COOL. 

I don't know about you but I want to wear every single color at once!! I can't get enough of these bright shades! 
You can stand out and rock these at the pool, the beach, on a run, and you'll be sure to stand out! 
Match your favorite swim suit to these colors and see the magic happen. 

This collection features six ultra-vibrant shades from fuchsia and coral pink with glimmers of shimmer , to a almost neon orange and green that radiate with happy color vibes. 

OH ANDDD..  don't forget the new balloon inspired overlay that gives a sparkling pop to every shade in the collection, called Cellophane Coat.

When choosing nail polish this is something that I noticed that set Morgan Taylor apart from any other brand. They genuinely care about their customers and they put effort into everything they do, down to the nitty gritty details. That is the kind of brand and company I want to work with and buy from! This is the reason why I write and share these blogs with you guys! I genuinely LOVE Morgan Taylor and everything they stand for and do. These products truly are THE BEST!

Let's take a sneak peak! 
Look how cute these names are!

• Limonade In The Shade
• Flip Flops & Tube Tops
• Flamingo Float
• Feeling Swim-sical
• You've Got Tan-gerine Lines
• One Piece or Two?
• Cellophane Coat

This summer, Morgan Taylor and Gelish are partnering with the Surfrider Foundation for a local beach clean-up at Huntington Beach on June 16th , and it's also international surfing day! 

Surfrider Foundation is a network of volunteers nationwide who help with local threats to the U.S. coastal communities. To find a local chapter click this link ​www.surfrider.org/

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I had a few questions for some experts, and you might to so lets discuss.

•     What are the main causes to dry damaged nails?

Not to oversimplify but dry damaged nails are caused by lack of moisture in and around the nail plate. Moisture gets stripped away by simple daily activity like handwashing and use of hand sanitizer or from exposure to solvents like household cleaning products, even extreme cold or hot weather plays a role in depleting the nail's natural moisture.
 
•             How does Vitalixir exactly help to prevent / fix the damage?
Vitalixir helps repair the keratin protein in the nail with hydrolized keratin peptides. Hydrolized Keratin Peptides are keratin proteins broken down to their smaller amino acids, these smaller molecules can more easily penetrate and bond to the natural/damaged keratin in the nail, aiding in repair of damaged areas and reinforcement to prevent against future damage.
 
•             Is there a certain ingredient that helps the nail rejuvenate?
Vitalixir uses B5 Provitamin Organic Complex to create a protective barrier around the keratin proteins of the nail. This provides protection from external elements which in turn helps keep the nail healthy and durable.
 
•             Does natural oil from your cuticle/nail play any role?
Since the nail cannot generate its own oil it is dependent on the skin surrounding the nail and the nail bed underneath for moisture. If those areas are dry the nail will be dry as well.
 
•             Does the treatment help with nail splitting on the nail (where the nail has an extra layer that peels off)?
Yes absolutely!!! The cross-linking action of the Hydrolized Keratin Peptides imroves the adhesion between the layers of the nail. This helps prevent that flaking or peeling at the free edge of the nail.