Life on the Bloc

My Honest Thoughts on Dermalogica
I’ll be honest, I hadn’t really paid much attention to Dermalogica before...it wasn’t a brand I had on my radar. But after trying a couple of their products, I get the hype a little more. The Pro C...
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My Shortcut to Looking Tan in the Fall
As the weather cools down, I still want a little color. I’m just not ready to give up that summer glow. On weeks when I don’t have the time (or patience) to self-tan, these bronzing drops have been...
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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: Â
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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...
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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 ........
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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...
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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...
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