What does thick hair + color-treated hair + a super dry climate get you? Anyone? The answer: DRY HAIR.
Yep, that’s me. Blonde, and living in Colorado with a thick mane means my locks are pretty much always dry, causing them to look a bit frizzy and pouffy. I’ve noticed the older I get the more I’m willing to invest in taking care of what I’ve got, which means choosing the right day & night creme, eye cream, overall skin care, and of course - hair treatments.
Like most gals, over the years I can say I’ve tried just about everything on the market, and I have to say that Kerastase remains the #1 Top Dog in hair care for me. After an especially brutal highlighting session, my stylist recommended I use the Kerastase Chroma Reflect Masque daily as my conditioner. In a euphoric salon high, I did not let the $58 price tag sway me, and I’m glad I didn’t.
Slather just a dollop of this thick, creamy goodness on your hair and you will notice a remarkable difference. It truly is a masque, and you can feel an almost immediate transfomation when applied. Plus it smells divine. If you’re lucky enough to need a deep conditioning only 1-3 times a week, spend the money and treat yourself. The jar is quite large, and after a month in of daily washes, I’m not even halfway through it, so you don’t need to worry about it running out anytime soon.
My only regret is that I haven’t been pairing it with a rich, yummy Kerastase shampoo…a dilemma I will certainly address when I go in for touch-ups today!
Love,
Tracey
Calling all magazine junkies! To celebrate their 70th birthday Glamour is offering a one year subscription for $1.50 through Mar. 15th. We *heart* glossies and this is a true budget bonanza!
via Beauty & Fitness (a great blog with amazing discounts and deals)
Not too much to say except that this might be the coolest invention since the Slip ‘N Slide.
You freeze ice trays. You slip them in the sled. You slide down the hill.
Genius.
Slicer Sled ($69.99)
Love,
Tracey
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Not that I’ve had any trouble clearing my plate, well, EVER - but I hear that kids can be finicky and need some help now and then eating all their food. For that matter, so does my cousin Brett. And he’s 37.
At any rate, I can’t imagine a kid or grown-up who wouldn’t LOVE to use these Tonka-inspired eating utensils ($20) to *literally* shovel their food.
Now If I could just fill a real dump truck with Mac & Cheese and have it back into my kitchen…
Love,
Tracey
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I’m kind of Mid-Century obsessed, so this chair is super appealing to me. I love the clean, modern lines and the simple silhouette. I also love the price.
While I do believe first and foremost there are gorgeous discoveries to be found in thrift & antique stores (or online), if your town is tapped out and you can’t find that perfect chair - and you don’t feel like spending $600, then Urban Outfitter’s Mid-Century replica ($300) is a great option. Make it your own by recovering the cushions in some hot mod fabric, and you’ve got yourself quite the piece de resistance!
Love,
Tracey
If you’re a sucker for packaging, and I most certainly am, then you will love LOVE the gorgeousness that is TheDieline.com.
Simply put, it is a smart, comprehensive design blog dedicated to examining and elevating the best in product packaging. The photos are gorgeous and the write-ups are interesting.
…And I’ve found myself drooling over tequila and cigarrettes…now that’s good packaging!
Love,
Tracey
I’ve said it many times before…I’m not a fan of cleaning. However, I do appreciate good cleaning supplies when I find them…especially eco-friendly cleaning supplies that don’t make me feel like my lungs are bleeding after I use them.
Lately, I’ve been more apt to roll up my sleeves with the help of my new obsession, Method’s French Lavender All-Purpose Spray ($4). Method’s products are non-toxic, biodegradeable and “people safe” which means allergy sensitive gals like me won’t have to lie down after cleaning the bathroom due to inhalation of fumes. Plus, Method’s products smell great (I also love their Pink Grapefruit scent!), and I’m always a sucker for anything lavender.
Now, I’m not sayin’ I have a renewed desire to leap out of bed every Saturday and start the chores. BUT, come over sometime, and I bet you’ll agree that The Casa is pretty darn sparkly and smells springy clean.
Love,
Tracey
PS: You gotta get Method’s awesome book, Squeaky Green for some serious eco tips on how to clean up your act!
