Fast Hair Styling for back to school

For our family school starts next week, which means three girls getting ready for school or college each morning. That is a lot of showers, hair, and scented body spray.

In the past the longest part of their getting ready in the morning has been getting their hair done.  Our other flat irons took minutes to heat up, costing us precious time or even worse if they were not heated up in time sometimes left on because they never were able to get their hair done because it wasn't heated to the right temperature.

ISA professionals sent me this neat Ceramic Flat Iron Hair Straightener to put to the test. It is pretty, has an on and off switch, a protective cover for the plug, as well as a velcro strap to hold the cord all together when it is stored.
This straightener heats up in 30 seconds flat and works like a charm.

I was able to do both of my daughters hair in just a few minutes for lasting results. We are in love with this flat iron.

Our video review below

You can purchase the ISA Professional Ceramic Flat Iron Hair Straightener here or on Amazon.


What ISA Professional has to say about their product.

SMART Automatic Temperature adjustment changes based on your hair's thickness, texture, and styling needs. Straighten without having to fiddle with temperature controls. Give your hair the quality it deserves. Your loved ones will notice!

* 100% Solid Tourmaline ceramic plates
* SMART Automatic Temperature adjustment
* Universal Voltage
* Fast and safe straightening, curls, waves
* 360 degree no tangle cord
* Full 2 year warranty

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The best Boar Bristle brush I have ever used

I have been using Boar Bristle brushes since I was a child you know brush your hair 100 times before you go to bed. I have had several over the years but none were as nice and  this Arabella brush. The picture does not do this brush justice it is just beautiful.

I love how a Boar Bristle brush distributes my natural oils through my hair. Unlike other Boar Bristle brushes I have had in the past this has tons more bristles and I could feel the difference in my hair from using it immediately.

You can purchase the Arabella Boar Bristle brush on Amazon.


What  Arabella has to say about their product.
HERE'S A GREAT PRODUCT TO MAKE YOUR HAIR BEAUTIFUL TIRED of POOR QUALITY HAIR BRUSHES?
-100% Soft Boar Bristle Hair; No Plastic Bristles
-Highest Quality Materials Used
-Lightweight Schima Wood Finished Handle
-Bristles Do Not Fall Out After Repetitive Use
-Does Not Scratch your Scalp
BENEFITS TO BUYING ARABELLA'S BOAR BRISTLE HAIR BRUSH:
-Naturally Conditions Hair
-Adds Gloss and Shine to your Hair
-Improves Hair Texture
-Reduces Frizz
-Stimulates the Scalp
-Redistributes Natural Oils Throughout Hair
-Reduces Washing Frequency

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Extra long reach

Not every house had a plentitude of outlets. We live in a big old house that even though large has very few outlets. As in our huge living room only has two outlets not nearly enough so we have to run cords or decorate strategically so we don't have to run cords.

Having a long cable to be able to charge our devices is a must if we are charging anywhere except the charging station my husband has yet to build. A 10 foot cord like this one by Reach Cables is just what we needed, for extra long reach so we could keep our tech close by while it is charging.

I really like the braided cord because it seems so much more stronger than others on the market. I also like the bag it came in to store it when not in use. Keeps it tidy.

You can purchase the Reach Cable on Amazon.




What Reach Cables has to say about their product.
10 Foot Long iPhone iPad Charging Cord For iPhone 6, iPhone 5, iPad Air, Mini & iPod - This EXTRA LONG Lightning Cable Is Constructed Of Braided Fabric & Is Guaranteed To Be More Durable Than Certified Apple Lightning Cords.

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Two times the fun

Sensei Cube is a great cube for those who like to solve Rubic type cubes quickly as it is lubricated for quicker turns. For our family it is just a fun cube to try and solve.

My oldest child was the only one in our family to actually solve the cube and continued to do so until he could do it quicker each time. Matter of fact when there is a new cube like puzzle out there we usually buy him one if he hasn't already bought one of his own.

This set however I kept for the younger children to play with and I took the mini cube to have in my purse for times when we are out and about waiting for an appointment or for when the kids get board so they have something to keep them busy. The small cube is also great to attach to backpacks for kids to have something to do on ride to school.

I really like that this came with a pouch, it protects it from dings scratches when it is't being played with.

You can buy the Sensei cube on Amazon.


What Sensei has to say about their product.

SENSEI SPEED CUBE 3X3 with FREE playable Keychain & Pouch Are you ready to be the next Cubing Sensei Sensation? 

Get this unique Ultimate Cube Set and become the next best "Cubing Sensei"!
Sensei Cubes are designed and manufactured by expert engineers who are avid fans of the original Rubik's cube. Therefore we understand the many problems with the speed cubes that are currently available. 
Sensei Cubes are engineered to provide amazing corner cutting, greater stability and an optimized structure to prevent the cube from popping/locking.

Special Heat Transfer method 
-Colors are printed directly onto the tiles using the latest heat transfer technology. 
This is the end of stickers peeling off and colors fading.

New anti-Pop/Lock structure 
-Cube will never pop/lock no matter how fast you cut corners. 
-Sensei Cubes are engineered with cutting-edge, robust, lightweight composite materials which allow the cube to withstand larger forces when cubing at high speeds.

Adjustable Tensioning with easy-to-use configuration 
-Sensei cubes are constructed with the optimal standard tension. 
-If ever needed, easily open the centre piece and adjust the cube to whatever you are comfortable with.

Lubrication 
-Our cubes are lubricated to provide a silent, smooth and fluid experience. 

Ultimate Cube Set Gift 
Relieve those nostalgic moments of the Rubik's cube. 
Buy one or several for you and your loved ones today.

Package contains: 
1 x Sensei Cube 
1 x keychain cube 
1 x travel pouch

This set is a complete travel companion.
Cube wherever you are!

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Taking care of your skin

Part of taking care of your skin is protecting it from heat and cold.  Start with getting enough hydration or water in your diet, as well as a balanced healthy diet. This is the start to healthy skin. Staying away from drugs, alcohol, and smoking can make a big difference in how your skin ages a well looks. Of course you have to take into account the genes you acquired along the way from your ancestors. 

Everyone had different skin and has to find their own personal skin care regimen, but protecting you skin from the sun is a must. Make sure to always put on Sunscreen when you are going to be out in the sun. This is something I don't do as much as I would like to, mainly from laziness. 

I use a face cream with built in sunscreen which I always rub on my neck and hands. Other then that I am not always protected. I am more proactive about protecting my children's skin then I am my own. Why? Simply because they go outside more often that myself. 

When I know I am going to be out in the sun for any length of time such as taking the kids to sports practice, theme parks, the beach, etc. I make sure to slather up but for everyday when I will only be out in the sun for a few minutes I just don't take the time to put it on, but I should really do this because most car rides are over 30 minutes which brings it up to at least an hour of driving in the sun. Even though cars now have UV for the windshields, you really should slather up just on precaution. 

Andre Lorent makes a great sunscreen that is non greasy, paba free, fragrance free, as well as being made without animal testing. My favorite part is that this sunscreen moisturizes and rehydrates so I am not left with dry skin at the end of the day.

You can purchase the Andre Lorent rehydrating sunscreen on Amazon.

What Andre Lorent has to say about their product.
Imagine a heavenly sunscreen that you actually looked forward to using every day. Why? Because it contained anti-aging properties in a unique proprietary formula called Sundrisol7(TM).

This sunscreen is so good you'll want to use it as your daily moisturizer. This is a sunscreen which you've never experienced anything quite like before.

It has a texture which is as luxurious as your favorite daily face moisturizer... yet it's a sunscreen. Hence the name, Andre Lorent daily rehydrating sunscreen. Not only does it work on your face, it works on your whole body!

Here's a shocker for you
 - almost all sunscreens you buy only protect against the sun's "burning rays" (known as UVB rays). However, so very few sunscreens ALSO simultaneously protect against "aging rays" (known as UVA rays).

This Andre Lorent daily Hydrating SPF 30 Sunscreen is the leader at protecting you from both aging AND burning rays.
Women, men and children 6 months or older from all over are benefiting from this daily hydrating sunscreen.

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