Life on the Bloc

I've Used This Lotion Since My Kids Were Babies!

This is the only lotion you'll ever need. It's the same brand compounding pharmacies use as their base, so its safe for all skin types and remarkably clean. I coat my hands in this throughout the d...

The ONLY Thing That Helps My Razor Burn.

Razor burn sufferers, this cream will SAVE YOUR LIFE. It's not gimmicky. It's clean. I learned about this brand when working as a nurse practitioner. Many compounding pharmacies use Vanicream lotio...

Goodbye Dull Aging Skin!

If you have dull aging skin, you need these! I use them in the AM One half damp, and then dry with the other half! That way I can get rid of the night sweaty skin, and scrub off the dead skin leavi...

My Newest Skincare Finds

I’ve been slowly updating my skincare routine and testing out a few new products lately. Nothing too fancy, just things that feel simple, affordable, and easy to actually use with mom life. Here ar...

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...

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...

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 ........

My Self Tan Holy Grail

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...