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Your BBQ Needs These Marinades!

by Wanda on July 3, 2016

 

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One of the greatest American traditions is the July Fourth barbecue. Like Thanksgiving, it’s a day to get together with family and friends and feast on great food. And like Thanksgiving, this is a feast you don’t want to mess with. You’ve got to provide good company, and even better food. Of course there are always hot dogs and hamburgers, but if you want to take it up a notch, you can also grill some deliciously marinated meat, chicken, or even veggies.

There are so many sauces and marinades on the market that you can easily find one to suit your tastes, but if you want to go the DIY route you’ll find that it’s almost just and easy to whip some up yourself. And waaaaay tastier!

Here are five recipes for homemade marinades that are easy and delicious, and made with ingredients that you probably already have at home. Give them a try and take your 4th of July BBQ to the next level!

Happy Independence Day!

What You Need To Know About Sun Safety

by Wanda on June 29, 2016

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Sunshine… the beach… picnics! Ah, summer! I love the feeling of the warm sun on my skin, but I also know that it can be dangerous. Harmful rays from the sun can cause all kinds of problems- from sunburn to skin cancer- if we’re not careful to protect ourselves. Take advantage of the warm weather and the sunny days – we can all use some extra vitamin D! – just make sure to take the proper precautions with these sun safety tips!

  • Avoid the sun at peak times. The sun is hottest between 10 AM and 4 PM, so you should avoid being out in the sun during that time. Look for shady areas, or create shade with tents or umbrellas.
  • Cover up. Wear hats, long sleeves and pants made of tightly woven fabric.
  • Always wear sunblock. Even on cloudy and overcast days.
  • Make sure you have enough protection. Your sunblock should have an SPF of 30 or higher, and be effective at blocking both UVA and UVB rays.
  • Apply sunblock at the right time. Ideally, 15-30 minutes before going out, so it has enough time to get absorbed by your skin.
  • Be generous. Don’t skimp on the sunblock. You should apply about a shot glass full over your body, plus more for your face.
  • Reapply often. Every two hours or so, or more often after sweating and swimming.
  • Wear sunglasses. Make sure the label says they block UVA and UVB, to help protect your corneas and the delicate skin around your eyes.
  • Check your medications. Taking certain medications can make you more sensitive to the sun, so check with your doctor or pharmacist and then make sure you take adequate precautions.
  • Get regular skin checks. Know what’s normal for your skin and be on the lookout for any suspicious changes or new moles.
  • Stay away from tanning beds. They are not safer than the actual sun, like some people like to believe. Tanning beds also have dangerous rays.

Summer is a great time of the year, so make sure you enjoy it safely!

Aveda Invati Thinning Hair Treatment Coupon

by Wanda on June 28, 2016

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Don’t just accept thinning hair! Click here for a coupon for a FREE sample pack of Aveda Invati 3-step system. This sample includes exfoliating shampoo, thickening conditioner, and scalp revitalizer! Coupon expires 1/31/17.

Premama Prenatal Vitamins Coupon

by Wanda on June 27, 2016

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Taking prenatal vitamins is an important part of a healthy pregnancy. Premama is a tasty vitamin powder you mix into a drink for some delicious nutrition. Click here to get a prenatal vitamins coupon.

Quick Beauty Hacks

by Wanda on June 26, 2016

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Who doesn’t love a good hack? Hacks are fun because it’s cool to find new ways of doing things. And beauty hacks are best of all because…well, beauty! And when those beauty hacks are also time savers?  You’ll love these quick beauty hacks!

  • Leave-in conditioner: Combine 1 part regular conditioner with 3 parts water in a spray bottle. No need to buy a separate product, and you won’t find an easier DIY.
  • Tame flyaways: A little hairspray on a toothbrush lets you focus where you need to.
  • Bright eyes: Apply some shiny eye shadow powder to the inner corners of your eyes.
  • Get rid of mascara clumps: Smooth lashes over with a toothbrush.
  • Full lips: Get some shimmery eye shadow in the center of you lower lip- on top of lip color.
  • Plump lips: Put a few drops of peppermint oil into your lip gloss.
  • Runs in tights: Stop them with hairspray.
  • Bobby pins: Spray bobby pins with hairspray or dry shampoo to keep them in place all day.
  • Instant smokey eye: Go from day to evening by smudging your eyeliner with a Q-tip.
  • Easy hair styling: Too lazy to blow dry your hair? Twist wet hair into a bun and go. When it dries, loosen the bun for cool waves.
  • Don’t want to shampoo: Just wear a hat! This trick works in every season- for summer you can go with a straw hat or a cool scarf tied on your head for a chic look you’ll want to sport even when your hair is clean.
  • Skip the shampoo: Use dry shampoo at night, but don’t brush it out. Leave it in while you sleep and it will absorb the oils in your hair so you’ll look fresh by morning.

Aren’t these great? The best part is that they’re so easy and they don’t require any special products!

Fandango Coupons

by Wanda on June 24, 2016

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Get rewards from Fandango when you buy specially marked packages of Dannon YoCrunch yogurt. Depending on how much you buy, you can get up to $13 in Fandango coupons! Offer expires 9/16/16. Click here for more info.