Loves of the week!

Love; That our apartment is really starting to feel like a home. My mom and I went shopping last weekend and scored major time on great deals for super cute "fall" like home decor! (I found the cutest pillow marked down from $30.00 to $3.00 on clearance at Kohl's!)  I was super excited because I felt like everything was so bare and nothing was cohesive in our space, now after adding some warmer colors and a really cute ottoman I really feel like things are coming together.

 

Love; Ulta's most recent circular ad, I was so happy when I saw all of the pink on the catalog for breast cancer awareness that I immediately wanted to go and spend all of my money there; which i sadly, but for the best resisted. I love that they are taking donations for such a great cause, as well as entering people who donate into a raffle to receive a bag full of pink beauty items! Ulta! They are also doing a cut-a-thon to raise funds to donate as well tomorrow 10/13/13!

 

Love; The weather! I have been so happy that the weather here in California finally is feeling like fall! We even had a very very small amount of rain, but still it was weather!

 

Love; That some of my favorite shows are starting to come back! American Horror Story started back up this past week, and I think that just from the first episode that I will like this season so much more then last season. Oh and the Pretty Little Liars Halloween special is almost here!!

 

Love; Fall nail polish. I have been obsessed with Essie's For the twill of it, and the lace is on!

 

 

I hope you all had an amazing week!

 

VivianStonexo

My Weekly - At Home Manicure Routine!

Hi Everyone!!

For all of you girls who don't like to spend the extra cash at the nail salon, this post is for you! 

I personally love doing my own nails and buying new nail polish. I sometimes paint my nails anywhere from 1-3 times a week; depending on my mood. Weekly though, I go through my nail maintenance routine where I really take care of my nails.

I am going to show all of you my process, as well as my favorite products to use!

1. I start off by removing all old nail polish from my fingers. I use any brand or type of nail polish remover, I am not really picky on that. I do love to use cotton rounds, rather than cotton balls because I feel like I only need a couple to take off all of my polish. 

2. I use my "Sally Hansen ; Instant Cuticle Remover" on all ten nails around the nail bed and all over dry cuticles. I use the nail pusher tool to push back all of my cuticles and then wash off the excess with warm soap and water. 

3. I trim all of my nails and use my file to file my nails to desired length and shape. (I love finding cute nail files at ulta/target!)

4. I then paint my nails whatever color I choose to use that day, (pictured is "come hither" from the new sinful colors gel tech line) 

5. As for my top coat, I always use the Sally Hansen Insta-Dry in the red bottle! It's my favorite!

6. On top of that I take my OPI drying drops and put one small drop on top of every nail for some extra shine, quick drying, and to help prevent chipping. 

7. I finish everything off by using my Julep Cuticle Oil around my nail beds after my polish is dried. Then I will use my favorite hand cream, which at the moment has been Pink Chiffon from bath and body works!

Vivianstonexo

 

 

Hair Care Routine For Blondes!

Hi Everyone!!!

I am so excited to write this post because I love talking about hair care products and sharing them with my fellow blondes! I am going to share my top favorite products to use on blonde hair.

Let me start off by giving you some of my hair history... I have been getting my hair bleached for about six years now and I am always looking for new products to help keep my hair looking soft, fresh, and natural. I usually wash my hair every 3 days depending on what I do to my hair / if I worked out..etc. If I am not washing it that day I just use a shower cap to protect my hair. I have reallyyy thick and dry hair so these are some products that I personally love! 


1. John Frieda: Sheer Blonde Color Renew Shampoo and Conditioner; These are my two favorite shower products to keep my blonde fresh and toned in between salon visits. The shampoo is a purple shampoo which is a tone correcting product. The conditioner is great for my hair to keep it soft after bleaching it so many times! If I do not feel like splurging on the Paul Mitchell Forever Blonde products these are the ones I always reach for, and keep repurchasing.

Can be found at drugstores, Ulta, etc for around 5-7$

2. It's a 10: Miracle Leave in for Blondes; I use this product after I towel dry and comb through my hair with a wide tooth comb. It helps my hair with frizz as well as helping tone it. This product says it will do the following;

• Tones Hair Color
• Enhances Brilliance
• Reduces Fading/Extends Vibrancy
• Adds Shine & Restores Strength
• Detangles & Defrizzes
• Seals the Cuticle
• Thermal Protector
• UV Protectant 
• Designed For All Blondes 

Can be found for around 19-23$ 


3. Tresemme: Thermal Heat Protection Spray; This is my all time favorite heat spray. I use this before I blow dry, straighten, or curl my hair. It gives really great shine, protection, and smell.

Can be found in all drugstores for around 4-6$ 


4. Bed Head: After Party; This smoothing balm does wonders for my hair when it is dry. I really only use it after I blow dry and before I straighten my hair to help smooth everything out. I don't recommend using it on wet hair from my own experience. I only apply from my ears down so it doesn't make my hair oily.

Can be found for around 18-23$


5. Batiste: Dry Shampoo (wild and daring); I love this dry shampoo! I have used many different brands and will continue to repurchase this product. This, unlike many other dry shampoo's does not leave a white residue in my hair. It actually does what it says along with giving it some volume and a good smell. I am very tempted to buy the "for blondes" dry shampoo also!

Can be found at ulta for $7.99

~VivianStonexo~

 

 

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