Influenster: Palmolive Fresh Infusions

I was one of the many Influensters to receive a 3-pack of Palmolive Fresh Infusions. I received the scents Lime Basil, Ginger White Tea, and Lemon Thyme. Like any normal person, I had everyone who entered my house sniff the scents. Totally normal! The most popular scent amongst my friends was the Lime Basil then the Lemon Thyme. These both smell like clean kitchen scents.
And while they all worked well on dirty, greasy dishes, I wanted to show how I use these for beauty!

As I've shared before, my Grandmother owns a nail/hair salon that I grew up around. My mom did nails too for a bit, and I used to love to emulate them by using Palmolive for pretend manicures, just like Madge the Manicurist? She soaked her customers' nails in Palmolive in the commercials. So while the product is great on grease, is soft on hands, it's also wonderful on cleaning makeup brushes!

My favorite scent is the Ginger White Tea and I use it to clean foundation off my makeup brushes. It works very well and leaves my brushes smelling nice. Using either the palm of my hand or a small dish, I put a couple of drops of Palmolive Fresh Infusions and a little bit of water. Simply swish the brush to remove the makeup. Then rinse well with water, squeeze out the excess water, and lay flat on a towel to dry. I also like using brush guards to dry my brushes. That's it!

How did you like the Palmolive Fresh Infusions?

Which one was your favorite?

Let's Go to the Movies! Shameless

pic from Sho.com

I'm a *huge* movie fanatic and am a member of the Midtown Art Cinema Society. I'm also a longtime subscriber to Entertainment Weekly Magazine.

Every now and again the club, along with Entertainment Weekly Magazine give me the opportunity to peep a new movie or television show (see a previous event here) for free. I also get free refreshments, so it's always a good time. The show up for review is the Showtime Channel's Shameless. 

I'm a fan of the popular UK version of this show, and like all UK to American versions, I'm always skeptical. Anyone remember the American version of Coupling? Exactly. However, I found the pilot to be a faithful adaptation to its UK original. So what's it about?

Shameless is the adventures of alcoholic father Frank Gallagher and his kids in Chicago trying to survive. Despite the seriousness of that description, it's a comedy and a funny one at that. I love the family dynamic, and how effectively the series shows nearly every Gallagher and the problems that affect him/her.

William H. Macy plays the stereotypical, almost caricature, alcoholic who will never be up for Father of the Year. He's in few scenes and is usually passed out or mumbling. Emmy Rossum, of Phantom of the Opera fame, plays Fiona, Frank's daughter but clearly the Mother-Hen. She really shines in this role. Another standout is Gallagher son Lip, Jeremy Allen White. Solid performances exist throughout.

Review: I liked it! I wish I had Showtime to see how the show pans out once it has original plot lines and doesn't borrow from the British version. If you know what you're in for (see warnings below), I think you'll like it.

When & Where: Showtime, Sundays, 10pm

Warning: Lots of sex, drugs, violence, and nudity. Even though Shameless is about a family, this is FAR from a family show. Adults only! Pay attention to the opening credits, for it is then you are introduced to the whole Gallagher clan and neighbors.

Outfit of the Week: INSPIRED BY--Felicity

I've got 90s tv shows on the brain lately for outfit inspiration. Last time, My So-Called Life was my inspiration and today, I'm inspired by another favorite show, Felicity. Felicity began in the late 90s and starred the beautiful Keri Russell. It followed Felicity as she left California to attend university in NYC; all for a boy she'd briefly spoken to! One of the highlights was the love triangle among Felicity, Ben (the boy she followed), and RA Noel. The show last four seasons but lost viewers after Felicity cut her lovely curly locks (everyone remember that?). I really suggest checking it out if you haven't. Let's see how I put this outfit together:

Inspired by Felicity by ellesees featuring striped scarves

• The show took place in New York City, so I started with this t-shirt.
• Felicity always wore comfy sweaters and cardigans, so I paired the NYC shirt with it.
• For a dash of color, I added this scarf.
• Felicity was almost always in jeans and her Converse shoes.
• She also worked at Dean & Deluca (with the adorable Javier) so I added the coffee.
• I love the Living Proof line & this product is great for taming frizz in curly hair.
• Since this was set in NYC, Philosophy's Hope Springs Eternal is excellent for moisturizing dry skin.

Are your outfit choices ever influenced by tv shows? 

PS--Have you entered my GIVEAWAY?

Weeds and The Big C

I've been an avid reader of Entertainment Weekly for years AND I'm a member of the Landmark Cinemas Society. Both, unbeknown to the other, contacted me to attend an advance screening of Showtime's new program, The Big C, as well as the season premiere of Weeds. I was excited and decided to bring y'all along on the adventure with me! On with the show!

Midtown Art Cinema has been my favorite movie theater in Atlanta for years. Before I moved here, I would drive nearly two hours to see foreign and indie films not shown in my town. This was where the premiere was held. I was told to get there an hour before showtime, and was worried I'd be out in the sun, but there was no one outside. Everyone was inside making a huge loop around the theatre. I went to the table, gave my name, and was given tickets and vouchers for these:

Everyone received a free medium drink and popcorn. Both were so huge, that I finished neither! The line was rather chaotic and unorganized. I guess they weren't prepared for so many people! I was also given these:

These were some promotional items given that described the show. What did I think of the shows? The Big C is about a woman (Laura Linney) who many describe as boring or tightly-wound. Once she discovers she has cancer, she changes everything, and decides to do what she wants, when she wants. It was nice to see Laura Linney in a comedic role. There are some truly laugh-out-loud moments, which seems unlikely, given the serious topic. I really liked the show. Precious star Gabourey was in it as well as a guest star.

Weeds has been on Showtime since '05 and follows a suburban housewife who sells drugs to make a living after her husband suddenly dies. I was sort of familiar with the show before, and even though I'd not seen it, I found myself laughing along.

What did I think? Sometimes I give pilots a chance and will watch at least another episode before giving up. In this case, I loved the show instantly. Haven't you ever wanted to step out of the norm and do something crazy? I think that's a little of what makes The Big C so relatable.

Both shows were 30 minutes each and air this Monday. If you have Showtime, I'd recommend both programs. Thanks for coming along with me!