Showing posts with label beauty DIY. Show all posts
Showing posts with label beauty DIY. Show all posts

10.06.2017

Beauty Hacks Using Baby Wipes You've GOT To Try


I have been compensated by Johnson's® Baby for this post; however, I am sharing my own thoughts. All opinions are my own.

I'm not just Elle, the beauty fanatic. I play a lot of roles! I’m sure you do, too. I'm also a nanny, an aunt, and a pet owner. Sometimes I'm some of these at the same time. It can be a challenge, but I wouldn't have it any other way. All of these roles are so different and I have different bags for each one of these—nanny bag for the kids, a bag of stuff for when I travel with my dog, etc. But believe it or not, there is one item I keep in my bag that works for no matter what I'm doing: Johnson & Johnson Hand & Face Wipes. I get these at Walmart.



These wipes are a true staple and you can find them in any of my bags or in my car--glove box and back seat, because life happens. And I have so many uses for these! And my uses go beyond just using wipes for cleaning up. Not only do I use these on the kids for sticky messes, but I use them on my dog Charlie to clean his paws after a walk through muddy or wet grass. I thought I'd share with you a few of my favorite Johnson's Hand & Face Wipes hacks.




Ever get deodorant marks on your clothes? I use a wipe to quickly erase those marks.



Of course I use my Hand & Face wipes for makeup mishaps and wiping off my hands while I'm getting ready. If I had one bit of advice, it would be to please, please always remove your makeup. I know, you're tired at the end of the day, but don't let that be an excuse! I keep a pack of wipes in my nightstand for such occasions. These wipes are alcohol-free and so gentle on skin. Plus, they're much cheaper than makeup remover wipes.






I also use the wipes for quick cleans on my makeup brushes. 



Now this is kind of different, but I make sunscreen wipes. Let me explain: I open up a few wipes and let them dry out. I apply a little sunscreen onto them and fold them back up and keep them in a sealable bag. Then, I'll use them on the kids in a pinch. It's so quick and not messy. I do the same thing with aloe vera after a hot day in the sun.

Sometimes I'll keep a few wipes in the fridge for a cooling wipe down. And for a special treat, I'll put one in the microwave for a couple of seconds, check it always, and use for a spa treatment. It feels wonderful.


I also make little body scrubs using my wipes. I'll take a wipe, add a bit of sugar or salt, and some lemon juice, and use as a scrub on my hands or feet. Trust me, this works and isn't messy. It's great to use before shaving or self-tanning.

So those are a few of my favorite hacks using Johnson's Hand & Face Wipes! What are some of yours? Also, check out this Pinterest board for more ideas.

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7.03.2017

A Summer's Day of DIYs

Y'all, how can it possibly be July? I feel like summer is flying by.

Are you already on vacation for the 4th of July? I'm unfortunately not, but I still had a good weekend and didn't let the storms get me down. Instead, I got my hair done, picked up some pink peonies (my fave) and dreamed of a beachy day.

Y'all know me--I love to make my own beauty products, so I was thinking about what DIYs I could make for a summer's day. I thought this would be a fun post--what do you think?



The first thing you need to do is shower before hitting the beach or whatever body of water you want to visit, right? These are so fun to make and use. I love these fresh out of the freezer.



The hardest part will be picking which scent to use! Use these all over your body for glowing skin AND before shaving.



You need to make sure your feet are super soft before wearing those sandals, right? How adorable is this? AND it's solid, so it's great for travel!



This isn't sticky--it's simply refreshing for your skin. Keep this in the cooler and spritz on your face and skin as needed.




So whether you made it to the beach or not, spritz a little of this in your hair. It smells SO good.




Skin feeling a little parched? Spray this all over any areas that need soothing.


Back from the beach and your hair is dry or damaged from the heat? Try one of these. Truth time: I actually use the leave in conditioner while I'm at the beach.


This feels amazing after a day in the sun. I use this even in the winter when I've got the summer blues!



Let's keep that skin oh so soft with these solid lotion bars. Make them any shape you want! I chose makeup because I'm slightly beauty-obsessed.


What makes this spray different is the shimmery highlights it gives to hair.

Which of these would you make?
I'm taking tomorrow off from blogging, so HAPPY 4th of JULY!!


5.09.2017

20 DIY Gift Ideas for Mother's Day




I've always been a fan of homemade gifts and thoughtful ones for my Mama for Mother's Day.

There was an essay contest once--my essay about her won for the city and was displayed in the Mall (#bigtime) and she even got a trophy!

I can also remember being a kid and washing a bowl to make her soup, only I didn't wash the soap out enough, so she had soapy soup.

Luckily, I've improved on my homemade skills since then! For those who want to pamper the moms (and those who serve that role), I've got a few ideas that are always quick and easy. These would be great for new moms! These are great way to get kids involved, too. Give 'em a try!

A cute twist on the regular bath bomb.

Pop in your purse for instant fragrance.


Is your mom a reader? Make her these and pair it with a new book or Kindle credit.

These are some of my fave decor items--I get complimented on them all the time.

Make these bath sachets and put in a basket with more spa day goodies.

You won't believe how easy this is to make.

If she's headed for beach, be sure to make this before she goes.

Two gifts in one--a cute candle with a hidden present inside!


Pair with a cute lipstick (and polish)

Sprinkle into the bath and let dissolve for instant relaxation.

Keep these on hand for when you're sick!

Kids love helping with this one!

Love these for travel!

Love these for travel, too! No mess!

Your skin will love this!

This smells SO good! No beach trip needed.

How gorgeous would this look on a vanity?

THE SOFTEST skin, ever. I love this on hands--gardeners are huge fans of this one.

Heat this up and breathe in before drifting to dreamland!

Make this and serve her breakfast in bed.


Bonus: If you got roses for Mother's Day, here are 6 ideas to reuse those roses. Plus more DIY ideas on that post.

Which of these would you like to give or receive?

*$200 Sephora Shopping Spree--enter daily*

5.03.2017

DIY Coffee Solid Sugar Scrub



Sugar scrubs are fun to make, use, and give as gifts.
But they aren't the best idea for travel or for space--that's where solid sugar scrubs come in.
Simply use a square or break off a bit to exfoliate your skin.
Plus, they're easy to make.
I love the coffee version because it really wakes you up and it smells so good.
Mother's Day idea, perhaps?
Here's how to make them:


You'll need--

1/2 part coffee grinds
1 part sugar
1/2 part soap base (craft store or online)
slightly less than 1/4 part coconut oil or shea butter (sometimes I half each and mix the two or sometimes I skip)
mold


Melt the soap base according to directions--the double boiler method is what I suggest.
Mix the sugar, coffee, soap, and oil/butter thoroughly and pour into mold.
Allow to dry overnight.
Remove from mold and store in an airtight container.


Ideas:

These make great gifts--Mother's Day is coming soon!
Use these on the body only by adding water--do not use on the face.
I use these to remove odors from hands and feet.
Use these to exfoliate feet since sandal season is almost here.


Extra Elle:
Bought a new vacuum and I've been really excited (and kind of grossed out from the dirt it found) by it! Thanks to everyone's suggestions on social media, I chose one by Shark and I'm loving it so far.
PS: Happy birthday to my brother, Kenny!





3.20.2017

Give These A Second Look

Happy first day of spring!! Anyone have spring cleaning on the brain? I do, and I started a little decluttering over the weekend. I can't wait to have time to really get in there and get rid of stuff.

But it got me to thinking about spring cleaning the blog--I've posted hundreds and hundreds of blog posts on here over the years. And sometimes things happen and sometimes posts slip under the radar. So I'm dusting them off, spring-cleaning style, and sharing those posts that deserve a little more love and a second look:

7 Tips for Refresh Makeup (Without Having to Reapply)
Because who has time to redo their makeup during the day?

Pro Makeup That You Can Buy
Get what the pros use--very inexpensively


Phases of the Moon Nails
These were too cute and require no artistic skill


DIY Shower Jelly Gummy Bears
These little guys make bath and shower fun!

I don't think people got what this post was about--not eye masks,
but facial cream masks you wear while sleeping.


Best Gel Polishes From the Drugstore
Lots of fun testing went into this one!

5 Ways to Apply False Lashes
For those of us who just aren't good with lashes

My number one beauty product.



10 Ways to Get Rid of Puffy Eyes
Because life happens doesn't mean puffy eyes have to

Zodiac Constellation Sparkle Nails
I thought these were adorable, and easy, thanks to the use of paint pen

How To: Blow Out At Home
Because getting your hair done can be pricey, y'all


You'll never guess what I use dry shampoo for! Hint: not just hair

I don't think people got this one either--solid lotion in the shape of makeup!

Because it's spring cleaning!

Which of these caught your eye?

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