From time to time I like to mix things up and stray from the standard format. I rarely blog about beauty-related topics but sometimes I have things to share. Personally, I love receiving recommendations for beauty-related products via word of mouth so here are five of my new beauty loves. I haven’t done one of these posts since February so this should be fun!
Aveda Smooth Infusion Style-Prep Smoother – I used this while I was visiting my parents at the beach. You apply it post-shower and it helps smooth the hair and protect against humidity. Given that I didn’t use a blow drier once and embraced my natural curls, this product was a life saver!
Schick Xtreme3 Sensitive – I just picked up these razors and they are my new favorite. They provide a close shave and don’t leave me irritated. I don’t have to go over any areas twice and they’re easy to hold and handle.
Neosporin – while we’re on the topic of shaving, one of my estheticians recommended Neosporin for post bikini wax to reduce irritation and the chance for ingrowns and I’ve been hooked ever since. It’s a summer beauty staple for me now. Try it!
Laura Mercier Face Polish – in my last beauty post I mentioned that I had switched from Bobbi Brown to Laura Mercier. I love that my Laura Mercier reps always send me home with samples, one of which was this amazing exfoliator. I quickly returned to buy a full tube and use it several times a week now. I swear that it’s helped with clogged pores and to give me a little more of a glow.
Calvin Klein Forbidden Euphoria Rollerball – I spent quite a while in Ulta recently sampling new perfumes. I wanted a rollerball because I can never commit to using a whole bottle of a fragrance. It’s also perfect for throwing in my gym bag. Note, I have the “Forbidden” version of this fragrance and the rollerball is not available on Ulta anymore.
What beauty products are you loving?
And a selfish side note while we’re on the beauty topic, can anyone recommend a hair dryer? Mine recently died in a burst of flames and smoke (seriously) and I’m in desperate need of a new one. I’m willing to splurge a little.
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July 22, 2026
I am such a creature of habit when it comes to breakfast. 95% of the time I’m craving a breakfast that is on the sweet side. That mostly alternates between smoothies or yogurt bowls with overnight oats, chia pudding or oatmeal occasionally thrown in there. On the rare occasion I go savory – it’s scrambled [...]
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July 19, 2026
I want to bottle up this summer and make it last forever (well, maybe minus the wildly hot and humid weather that makes running a big thumbs down). I mentioned this in my last post…but I am really enjoying the slower pace and the days that feel like they have more space. While I’m trying [...]
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July 10, 2026
Happy Friday! I hope this post finds you well and enjoying the summer. We are in the dog days of it over here in Charlotte – the heat and humidity is off the charts – but it’s something I’ll embrace because I deeply appreciate the massive slow down that summer has brought. A lot of [...]
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June 21, 2026
I recently traveled to Big Bear Lake, California for the inaugural Big Bear Peaks + Pines three-day stage race hosted by TransRockies Running. This was my third TransRockies event in 12 months (see also Colorado + Moab) and I’m here to tell you that they can do no wrong when it comes to race organization [...]
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May 30, 2026
Happy weekend! Another week in the books! I got three runs in (6.5 miles, 5.5 miles, 5.5 miles) and I have a trail run planned for tomorrow. Total weekly mileage will end up around 30-35 miles depending on if I go for 13 or 17 tomorrow! I’m 16 weeks out from the Golden Ultra so [...]
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May 23, 2026
Happy Memorial Day Weekend. It’s a very rainy one here in Charlotte and while I am a little bummed not to be spending the weekend in Florida with the fam or by the pool at our swim club (just opened for the season!), I’m also welcoming a slower pace and time at home. It’s been [...]
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May 3, 2026
Hi and happy May! As we roll into the first full week of a new month, I have almost a month’s worth of lunch ideas for you. It’s a great mix of sandwiches, bowls, salads and wraps. I hope you enjoy and find some inspiration for your midday meal! Open-faced chickpea salad sandwich on toasted [...]
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