Friday Favorites IV

Happy Friday! This weekend is especially special because it's girls weekend here on Cape. A few of my college girlfriends are coming down for a weekend filled with beach trips, adventures to the winery, drinks and endless laughs. I AM SO EXCITED! They are going to pull into my driveway any minute now so lets get into things I'm loving this weekend.

• Renee's Bridal Shower

My future sister in laws bridal shower was this past weekend, and it was such a perfect evening. It was so heart warming and sweet to see her surrounded by so many woman she loves and who love and adore her! Renee is someone who always thinks of others and makes them feel special so it was especially wonderful showering her and gifts and love last Sunday.  Her and my brother couldn't be more perfect for each other and I am so over the moon excited for their wedding in August. But, next stop is Nashville for the bachelorette party! 

• Yeast Primrose Lip Oil

You guys know how much I love my Aquaphor. Well, it might now be replaced. I bought this lip oil a few weeks ago at my local CVS on a whim without high expectations. Mostly every other lip product irritates my lips and makes them flakey and red. Not this product! It is so incredibly soft and soothing with the most perfect soft rose scent. 

• Peony Season 

My favorite flower is lilly of the valley but, peonies come in a close second. And with lilly of the valley season over, peony season is in full effect at my house. I picked up a few bouquets at my local Trader Joes and I am loving them. They are the most beautiful soft pink with such an elegant smell. I mixed them with white roses and it made the perfect centerpiece for my kitchen table. There is something about having fresh flowers in my house that makes me happy.

• This coffee creamer

I picked up this non-dairy coffee creamer at the store yesterday after having it at my Moms house last weekend. I've tried both the vanilla and caramel and they're both fantastic. You can't tell they're dairy free. I especially like them in a glass of ice coffee.

• Nude nail polish 

I always gravitate towards nude nail polish when I get my nails done. It's simple, classic and goes with just about anything. Once in a while I'll branch out and get a color and two days later I'll regret it and be stuck with a pink or purple for two weeks. I am loving this color by OPI called "Be There in a Prosecco". How cute is that name? Another favorite of mine is OPI "Funny Bunny". 

What are you up to this weekend? What are your Friday Favorites? 

Have a great weekend! I'll be back Monday with a recap of our girls weekend. 

XO

Jenny 

My Must Have Spring/Summer Shoes

Well hello there! Life has seriously been passing me by lately in the blink of an eye. I have been so incredibly busy and I'm only going to get busier with the summer starting. I have so many events, weddings, showers, parties, concerst, and life things planned and it's all starting this weekend and ekkk I can't wait. This little ol' blog of mine has taken quite the back seat but, I AM GOING TO MAKE TIME. Cross your fingers for me.
The weather is finally starting to feel like Spring and Summer here on Cape Cod and that means it is time to break out the flip flops. Shoes are easily one of my tops five favorite things in life and I'm always on the hunt for some new, comfy and easy to wear shoes. I compiled a few of my current favorites for this season and I thought I'd share!
I'd say I have a thing for neutrals huh? Yes, neutrals are my favorite because they are so easy to mix and match and you can wear them with pretty much anything. The possibilities are endless.

1. Jack Rogers Lauren Sandal. These are a summer staple. So comfortable, stylish and easy to wear. They are a little pricey but, I have had them for two summers now and they are still in great shape. They're the perfect sandal to slip off your feet when you hit the sand to spend the day at the beach and perfect to wear to your favorite outside beach bar to grab a bite to eat after. 

2. Old Navy Sueded Peep-Toe Ankle Boots. Ive always been skeptical about open toe booties. I just didn't understand it. However, after seeing my friend Casey wear these, I HAD to have them. They are the perfect taupe color that you can wear with literally everything. They're also great because you can wear them during multiple seasons. 

3. Rose Gold Adidas Sneakers. How fun are these? I had been seeing them around Instagram and all the stylish bloggers were wearing them. I bite the bullet and bought them myself and was so glad I did. They add something girly and fun to an otherwise boring white sneaker. The perfect sneaker to throw on with some jeans and a t-shirt to do some errands. 

4. Mix No. 6 Nude Ballet Flat. A nude flat is a great staple to have in your closet. You can dress them up or dress them down. I love these and they're a great price!

5. Dr. Scholl's Madison Slip-On Sneaker. I know what you're thinking... Dr. Scholls? Really? Don't they make shoes for old people? If they made these sneakers in every color, I would have them in every color. They are so darn comfortable. And adorable! I have them in a grey color that is described as "beige fox suede" online. I love wearing these with cropped jeans, a plain t-shirt, my army green jacket and a dainty long necklace. Simple, easy and stylish.  

6. Old Navy Lace-Up Gladiator Sandals. I bought these in two colors because I love them so much. I'm really loving the soft pink trend thats going around and I basically consider it a neutral. They're very comfortable and don't require a ton of lacing up like some gladiator sandals do. Old Navy has been killing it in the shoe department lately! 

What are your go to Spring/Summer shoe staples? I'd love to hear them because I am always on the lookout for new shoes ;) Share them in the comments below.

Thanks for reading!

XO 

Jenny 

Current Skin Care Routine

If I could describe my skin care routine with one word it would be, simple. After struggling with perioral dermatitis, I've really focused on finding skin care products that work for my skin and sticking to them. Simple, clean, natural products that are made for sensitive skin are usually products that catch my eye. I've been loving my current products and routine and they are great for sensitive skin and stubborn perioral dermatitis. Keep reading if you want to find out my current skin care routine! 

Now, you already know my obsession with Tarte. Their makeup products have never let me down so I thought, why not try their skin care items? I was in the market for a new cleanser and moisturizer so I gave them a try. I am so glad I did! The Deep Dive Cleansing Gel is my new jam. Its hypoallergenic and incredibly gentle on the skin. An added bonus is that it is great for taking off makeup. A perfect 2 in 1! It smells clean and refreshing and doesn't have that overpowering chemical smell like some cleansers do. When I repurchase this I think I may need to buy it in super sized! 

After cleansing my face with the cleansing gel, I then apply the Drink of H2O Hydrating Boost Moisturizer. It's a lightweight water based gel. Just like the moisturizer, it is gentle on the skin and leaves your face feeling super hydrated and incredibly soft. 

I have very sensitive and dry skin so my skin just screams the need for hydration. Especially in the dry winter months. When I feel my skin needs a little extra moisturizing I use the Pacifica Vital Immersion Deep Hydrating Mask. (I bought it at Ulta last year but, I couldn't find it anywhere online.) This stuff is intense. The directions say, "Apply a thin layer to face. For best results, leave on for 30 minutes or more. For intensive therapy, leave on overnight. Remove with water." I always leave the mask on overnight and remove it in the morning. It leaves my skin feeling silky smooth and hydrated. On average I probably use this once a week.

A few times a week I always exfoliate my face. I've mentioned this in previous posts. I'm still using the Yes To Grapefruit scrub. It's a gentle exfoliator that I've even using for years and keep repurchasing. 

The last thing I try to do a couple times a week is a face mask. Depending on how my skin is and what I'm feeling that particular night, I'll try different kinds of masks. Whether it's a mask for hydrating, brightening, repairing, energizing, etc I really try to do them twice a week. I love under eye masks too. Those particularly come in handy after working a few night shifts in a row. My favorite masks lately are Yes To masks. Last week I used their primRose Oil Mud Mask and I LOVED that one. Their sheet masks are great too. And an added bonus is that I found them at Walmart for like $2! Another favorite brand of mine for sheet masks that took me by surprise is Sephora. I've tried numerous kinds of their sheets masks and I've liked them all. 

There ya have it, my current skin care routine. All the products I have mentioned work wonderfully for my sensitive skin and perioral dermatitis. They haven't caused a breakout or exacerbated my PD. Just keep in mind that everyones skin is different and what works for me, might not work for you. Keep researching! Read labels and reviews and spend the time researching something or try a sample of a product before you buy it. Please share your current and favorite skin care products below, I'd love to hear about them! 

XO

Jenny 

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