Life on the Bloc

How I Keep My Blonde Alive Between Appointments

Bleaching every 6–8 weeks definitely does a number on my hair, so I’ve found a few products that help me get by between salon visits without feeling like my hair is falling apart:  

Trying Something New for My Nighttime Routine

I finally tried the SK-II Facial Treatment Mask, and it feels like such a little luxury. I put one on last night after the kids were in bed, and it honestly made me slow down for a few minutes... w...

Dieux Forever Eye Mask (Reusable Silicone Patches)

Lately I’ve been noticing that my under-eyes are looking a little tired (school drop-off at 7:30 will do that to you). I decided to finally try these reusable Dieux Forever Eye Masks, and wow ........

The Quick Fix for That Midday Makeup Meltdown

Listen, if you’ve ever looked in the mirror halfway through the day and thought, “Why does my makeup look like that?”...... you need this. The Tower 28 GetSet Blur & Set Powder has been my secr...

Coco & Eve Sunny Honey Bali Bronzing Self Tan Mousse

Okay moms, I don’t know about you, but gone are the days of summer, so it's impossible to lay out for hours to get a tan. Between school runs, grocery hauls, and work calls, I need quick fixes that...

On-the-Go Touch Up Must

I love this Beautyblender Power Pocket Puff because it’s small and compact enough to slip right into my purse. It’s perfect for quick touch ups during the day.... whether I’m freshening up under my...

Hotliner Hyaluronic Acid Contouring Lip Liner

This lip liner is such a fun little twist in my makeup routine—color, shape, and hydration all in one. The hyaluronic acid keeps my lips from drying out, and the contour payoff is just enough to gi...

EltaMD UV Skin Recovery Red Color Correcting Green Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50

I picked this tinted sunscreen because my skin’s been extra sensitive lately, and wow…..it really lives up to the hype. The green tint does a sneaky job at hiding redness, and it feels like a comfy...

Is NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer worth the hype?

This has been my tried-and-true concealer for the longest time, and for good reason. It’s truly full coverage while still feeling creamy and smooth, and it never fails me when I need to look bright...

Kosas Brightening Concealer with Caffeine and Hyaluronic Acid

I’ll be honest, I wasn’t expecting much when I first tried this concealer. I’ve tested so many that end up heavy or cakey. But this one totally surprised me. It blends in so smooth, brightens witho...