HUM Nutrition Supplements

Today I’m focusing on wellness so I want to talk about supplements...

I’ve been taking HUM supplements for three months now, but only just signed up for their membership which comes with substantial savings, free samples & the ability to connect with a nutritionist. HUM offers supplements for everything from skin & hair to joints & bones, basic daily vitamins to gut health. Yay!

I’m really looking forward to trying the Mighty Night supplement! It’s an overnight cell renewal for both skin & body - sounds amazing, right!

Claims:

Helps skin cell turnover

Improves texture & tone

Promotes optimal sleep

Key Ingredients:

Ceramides

CoQ10

Ferulic Acid & Valerien Root

These say to expect results in 4 to 6 weeks...so I’ll let you know.

I’ve also started with the HUM Collagen POP supplements which are made from premium marine collagen and vitamin C to replenish and hydrate your skin - which is something I really need especially now during the cold winter months! Just pop on tablet into 8oz of water which will upgrade a boring water into a fizzy, strawberry & lemon tonic. To me it’s reminiscent of a strawberry Jell-O shot without the vodka of course! Ha ha.

Be sure to Check out HUM Here!

Nailcare: product review

Nail care is self care!

Lately, It’s been a bit difficult keeping my nails in good shape but these nail care products do help!

I love the Diamancel nail files which are made with actual diamonds! They’re durable, flexible & easily cleaned with warm, soapy water. AND, guaranteed to last a lifetime!! Whaaat?? 

I use the #2 file which is recommended for natural nails & ideal for daily nail maintenance. They also offer a nice range of other sizes/products.

I appreciate how easily they file my nails, with very little effort AND that they can be cleaned/sanitized.

I randomly picked this up at Sephora years ago and so glad I did!!

Do you have an impulse purchase that became a go-to product?? 

Could I HAVE anymore Toners??

Three Mists, a toner & one Essence...a True Story. 

Truth be told - I use all of these in my different skincare routines, depending on how my skin is feeling 😉

I’ve just recently incorporated the Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence from CosRx and I’m really enjoying it! I’m kinda into that sticky snail 🐌 mucin stuff. 😂 It definitely delivers an instant soothing effect. I purchased it due to its claim to provide long term hydration, plump the skin, support elasticity & improve radiance. I’ll have to let y’all know how it lives up to these noted benefits...

<Bonus: it was 50% off at ULTA so WIN-WIN!>

Do you change up your toners, Essence or mists due to daily skin conditions??

Brand Highlight: Iris and Romeo

✨Brand Spotlight: Iris&Romeo ✨

The Iris&Romeo mantra is “Less makeup. More you”. Created by former Smash-box executive Michele Gough Baril, she developed a beauty routine to help us feel more confident in our skin. Their mission ~ to support women who are finding their voice while hitting their stride by providing a simplified beauty wardrobe that makes you feel like you can do anything you set your mind to! Powerful!!

Best Skin Days in Light: the daily 5-n-1 cream with a cult following...”The hardest working day cream on your vanity” ~ says Michele.

•It’s makeup - meets skincare - meets sun protection! I’m totally obsessed with this because it offers the ideal combo of serum + moisturizer + light coverage + protection against UVA/UVB & blue light! That’s A LOT.

•Claims ~ it’s a skincare meets makeup game changer that can restore hydration, elasticity & natural radiance for firmer & glowing skin. WOW!

•My experience: It’s a whipped, spongy & bouncy texture. Very blend-able & buildable, melts into my skin quickly.

Offers even coverage that does not just sit on my skin. Makes me look & feel just...more like the best version of me.

•Verdict: Total GAME CHANGER!

Power Peptide Lip Balm in Peony: this little cutie features a 3-n-1 formula of buttery balm + plumping/hydrating treatment + buildable color. I love all these combos... In my experience, it’s a very long lasting balm with a silky soft feel & delightfully pink color - this color is indeed reminiscent of pretty pale pink peony flowers. This skincare balm also has collagen boosting peptides for the perfect pout. I think it’s true love.

Product Review: Laneige Water Sleeping Mask

The Water Sleeping Mask - Already a Legend!

This overnight sleeping mask from Laneige says it’s a 

“moisture-recharging gel mask that quickly absorbs to deeply hydrate your skin.”

Stated as ideal for all skin types, in my experience it does not deliver quite enough hydration for my overly dry + dehydrated skin that’s especially sensitive to the dry winter weather & the heater running all night long 😢

Formulated with Ingredients like Hydro-Ionized Mineral Water (sounds cool 💦) and apricot & evening primrose extracts. this beauty claims to deliver moisture, a relaxing & calming scent, visibly brightened skin that’s ultimately more radiant + refreshed + soft glowing skin!

Ok, let’s break this down - it definitely has a very relaxing, light scent that I adore. And, I feel it really delivers soft & glowing skin. However, for me it just not hydrating enough because I still awake with slightly tight skin...but that’s just me and my skin is very dehydrated. I do really enjoy this sleeping mask and I think I’ll get better results during the summer months which aren’t as dry?

Do you use a hydrating overnight mask that you love?? 

Affordable Luxuries: BLISS World

A Basket full of BLISS 

💙🤍💚💖💛

My love affair with all things BLISS World started way back in the 90’s when I received my very first copy of Bliss Out (the Bliss Spa Catalog) introducing me to Bliss Girl & all things Bliss - like the now iconic Lemon & Sage Body Butter!

I would peruse each page with glee and even saved those catalogs for many years 😊😊

I dreamed of someday visiting the Spa in NYC - eventually making it there and when they launched in W Hotels I also was fortunate enough to visit the one in Chicago. Yay!!

I credit BLISS and Marcia Kilgore (founder of Bliss Spa) with launching my lifelong obsession with all things skincare, beauty & wellness! 😘

Some of my FAVE Bliss products:

• Lemon & Sage Body Lotion
• Rose Gold Rescue Cleanser
• Pumpkin Powerhouse Mask
• Rose Gold Toner Mist

The Double Cleanse: Zero Cleansing Balm

This Zero Discovery Kit was the perfect way for me to find the Zero Cleansing Balm ideal for me. For just USD $6.49 at ULTA - this mini kit includes all four balms to try:

🤍 Original: removes makeup, hydrates & cleanses skin

💚 Revitalizing: removes makeup, hydrates & cleanses + offers antioxidant protection

💛 Nourishing: removes makeup, hydrates & cleanses + moisturizing

💜 Purifying: removes makeup, hydrated & cleanses + soothes

The front-runner for me is the Purifying formula 💜💜

I think these balms are ideal for dryer skin types but also great for all skin when included as a double-cleanse routine. For my super dry + dehydrated skin I didn’t feel the need to double cleanse as this balm left no residue or film. I love how it starts off applied to dry skin then dissolves into an oil ideal for a face massage prior to rinsing.

Don’t you just love it when Brands offer these cost-effective mini kits?? DO you "Double-cleanse"??