#palmpicks

JULY #PALMPICKS. Although I’m not very prone to blemishes I do get the occasional breakout during the summer months so I thought it would be nice to test out this Charcoal Drying Lotion from @GeorgetteKlinger. This overnight spot treatment is made with natural minerals and exfoliating Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs) to quickly unclog pores on your face, jawline, chest, and back. Here’s the active ingredient breakdown: - Salicylic Acid begins by dissolving pore-blocking buildup of dead skin cells. - Absorbent Activated Charcoal instantly draws out grease, while Zinc Oxide and Sulfur work deep to eliminate impurities and control excess oil. - To calm the newly purified pore, cooling Camphor and soothing Calamine treat visible signs of irritation, inflammation, and sensitivity. - Clarifying White Willow Bark minimizes redness and tightens the look of pores. - This product does contain grain based alcohol because of its astringent, drying and antimicrobial properties, and its ability to kill acne causing germs and bacteria.  Glycerin and Calamine were added to the formulation for their moisturizing and soothing properties so as to not over dry. - I did notice a blemish or 2 starting earlier this week so I immediately applied this and saw very little sign of it the next morning. The only downside was that the alcohol is a bit strong so it did make my eyes water when applied to areas near the eyes. However, I didn’t notice any signs of dryness of irritation as a result so use at your discretion. Overall this was an effective product and I do like the addition of charcoal. 1oz for $19.00.* - *Received as part of a collaboration with @joinpalm #pimples #spottreatment #blemishes #acnetreatment #charcoalskincare #clearskin #skincareroutine #igbeauty #skinstagram #facialfriday (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0ZZzziBP0a/?igshid=zcsq5kdmssiw

👻 I’ve already touted my love for the @verbproducts Ghost hair collection and swear by their shampoo (which provides the perfect amount of hydration w/o weighing down my hair). So…when I saw that the new Ghost Hair Mask™ was part of the May #palmpicks I jumped at the opportunity to try it out. - I have TONS of wavy hair but it’s very fine and my scalp can get oily quickly so a deep conditioner can be tricky for me. The @verbproducts Ghost Hair Mask™ is a light-as-air deep conditioning treatment that nourishes, defrizzes and promotes shine without leaving behind any residue or added weight. It’s designed to be light enough for fine hair, yet nourishing enough for any hair type in need of weightless hydration. Since I do not condition my hair every time I wash it I am finding that this is THE perfect solution for me. It leaves my hair feeling super soft, smooth, and voluminous but still feel super clean and not weighed down at all. The best part is that everything they make is clean, color-safe, and only $16 (perfect for those of us that want fabulous hair without breaking the bank). Yet another @verbproducts Ghost product for the win!! Next on my #musttry list is the VERB Ghost Prep™. - Received as part of a collaboration with @joinpalm but options are my own #palmbffs #verbproducts #verbghost #styledwithverb #behindthechair #verbghostmask #ghosthairmask #hairrecommendations #haircare #haircareproducts #crueltyfree #instaglam #femfeed #beautycommunity #beautybloggers #hairhelp #productreview #firstimpressions #hairinspo #instahair #healthyhair #hairgoals #haircare #haircareroutine #frizzyhairproblems #frizzyhair #discoverunder5k (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByTaRVyBWjd/?igshid=19tssbtj8gjvo

💜I love that @lather is women owned, family runner business that uses only, healthy, natural ingredients and are synthetic fragrance free so I’ve been anting to try out more of their products for awhile and when I saw this combo available as part of the May #palmpicks I decided to go for it. - Lavender & Bergamot Deodorant Creme is a gentle, all-natural deodorant that uses botanicals and aluminum-free minerals to neutralize odors, without blocking the body from naturally perspiring. I find that it has a beautiful cream texture that applies easily and is super effective at keeping odor at bay all day! I absolutely adore the Lavender & Bergamot scent and would LOVE to try more products in this combo. 2.5 oz for $14.00 - Muscle Ease Gel with Botanical Pain Relievers is an herbal pain relieving gel that is formulated with centuries-old plant extracts used by the native tribes of Northern Mexico to help relieve minor aches and pains of muscles and joints. Fast acting, it begins to work immediately once it's massaged into affected areas. Unique cooling and heating ingredients - menthol, camphor and capsaicin - provide temporary relief from backaches, arthritis, strains, bruises and sprains. I definitely have my fair share of aches and pains with arthritis in my joins so I was very excited to try this and it’s another product that doesn’t disappoint. It’s refreshing upon application w/o that burning sensation you can experience with some muscle balms, and absorbs nicely with just enough slip that you can take a moment to massage it in. The gel gets to work right away at providing some relief and I’ve used it everywhere from my lower back and knew to wrists and ankles. I’ve used a handful of these types of pain relievers and this one by far is in the top 2 at this point! 4 oz for $18.00 - These items are received as part of a collaboration with @joinpalm but opinions are all my own. . . . #lather #naturaldeodorant #musclegel #musclebalm #arthritisrelief #greenbeauty #cleanbeauty #workout #fitness (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByGwyknhZyK/?igshid=otgatgfce8v2

🧠 I don’t know about you but I can get some pretty intense brain fog so I was excited to see the Lypo-Speric™ R-Alpha Lipoic Acid  supplement from @livonlabs included in the May #palmpicks from @joinpalm. Acetyl L-Carnitine (ALC) is a highly effective form of Carnitine that is best known for its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and optimize brain function. It is also known for its ability to support cellular energy production by transporting fat into the mitochondria, which is then converted to energy (as ATP, the fuel for cells). This is the supplement of choice for anyone wishing to maintain healthy energy levels, brain power and nerve function. - The directions say that you can take it 1-2 times a day and I hav found the best results taking 1 first thing in the AM and then again at around 3pm. Taking that 2nd dose is really the key for me because it helps me get over that afternoon slump and allows me to focus clearly well into the afternoon. This weekend I also took my first spin class since I started taking these and I had better results than I’ve had for months. The taste is not my favorite but it’s not as bad as I expected. It’s more of a vitamin taste but you just take it like a small shot (I recommend cold water) and boom…it’s done! - At $59.95 for 30 packets they are on the higher end of the supplement scale but you are getting superior quality which really makes a difference. To maximize absorption, they use 100% R-ALA in our Lypo-Spheric® R-Alpha Lipoic Acid. They wrap the Alpha Lipoic Acid molecules in double-layered spheres (liposomes), using a patented technology, that protect the nutrient through the digestive system and transport it into the bloodstream so that it can actually be absorbed in the cells (where oral supplements can be unreliable). So this is definitely a case where you get what you pay for and I would definitely recommend these for anyone that works out a lot and is looking to increase energy or anyone looking to optimize brain function and mental clarity. - * items are received as part of a collaboration with @joinpalm but options are all my own. #alphalipoicacid #supplementsthatwork #brainfog #energy (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxsJ8z8h9cN/?igshid=1sd4odkxb0dbr

I chose this @honeyandbedaily rose quartz facial roller as my recent @joinpalm #palmpicks and couldn’t be happier. I already have a jade roller but had been looking for a rose quartz version based strictly on aesthetics so I was happy to see it in the December selections. The packaging on this is adorable and I love that it has its own little sachet for travel. The roller itself is larger and much sturdier than the other rollers I have which is great and while I can’t feel a difference between the jade and rose quartz it dies feel wonderful on the skin. . . . #facialroller #jaderoller #rosequartz #skincarereview #productreview #skincareroutine #slaytheflatlay #beautyaddicts https://www.instagram.com/p/BsgG1Ashk3d/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1n44ef03puzjr