Easy Hair DIY: Twisted Fishtail

Nothing says summer like an easy, messy fishtail! Follow this tutorial for a new take on the tried and true 'do. What you'll need: - a bobby pin or two - one clear elastic - Aquage Freezing Hairspray Let's get started.   1. Take a small strand of hair from one side of your face. 2. Twist it away from your face. 3. Position it against your scalp. 4. Pin it securely in place. 5. Divide the end...

8 Beauty Breakthroughs From the Past Year

Every year, the beauty world dazzles us with the hottest new "must-try" products - and they seem to grow more and more miraculous with time. These hot items range from makeup and haircare, all the way down to...toothpaste?! Here's what you need to know about best beauty breakthroughs from the past year.   1. BB & CC Creams Cue "At Last" by Etta. These miracle products have become staples...

Beauty Checklist for Your Summer Camping Trip

The stars are shinning bright in the dark sky. Everyone is sitting around a fire in comfortable chairs. Your biggest decision is whether you should make a hotdog or devour a S'mores treat (I would totally have both). Camping is a summer vacation of choice for millions of people each year. While some people think it’s impossible to look beautiful while camping, I am here to prove them wrong. You ...

DIY Beachy Waves Spray - Does it Really Work?

Some more DIY fun has us wondering if we can make our own beachy waves spray.  Beachy waves seem simple enough, right?  So Chrissy and I decided to go for it!  Here is the recipe we came across:   The ingredients: 1 teaspoon of Sea Salt 8 ounces of Water 1 teaspoon of Conditioner 1 teaspoon of Hair Spray 1 teaspoon of Hair Gel Essential Oil Lemon Juice (If you want to lighten your hair!) ...

3 Easy Ways to Use Bobby Pins

For a long time, bobby pins were one of the most underrated hair accessories out there. Always hidden and pinned into the depths of an updo. Now, they show up displayed prominently in styles from the runway to the red carpet.   Need some inspiration? Check out these three easy ways to incorporate bobby pins into your next über-low maintenance 'do. What you'll need: - Kenra Volume Spray 25...

Tips and Tricks for DIY Manicures (Guest Blogger)

I regularly do my own manicures and I'm often asked to share my tips and tricks. So here are some of my top tips for doing your nails at home. How to do a basic manicure First you need to ensure that your nails are completely clean and free from old nail polish. Then file your nails in your desired shape and rub in a cuticle oil. Apply a base coat and wait for this to dry before adding your chosen...

How to Protect Your Scalp in the Sun

Hi, my name is Sarah, and I'm a master sunburner. I've been there through it all--the painful skin; the lovely, greasy sheen of being covered in aloe vera on two-thirds of my body; the awkward lines left from tops that have unusual necklines (which, of course, always seems to happen right before a major event, like my cousin's wedding or my college graduation); the unpleasant peeling stage that ma...

He Said | She Said: a Review of Aquage Thickening Spray Gel

We're heading into pool season which means changing up the hair styling products we use to protect our hair from the heat and frizzines! Recently I've been LOVING the Aquage Thickening Spraygel so here's a quick product review on why this product is awesome for the summer.     What it is: A firm-hold, lightweight styling gel with a unique technology that thickens and strengthens both ...