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Big Bouncy Curls With A Curling Wand + HOT $39 Deal (ARV $188)!

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A few weeks ago I shared a limited-time-only stellar deal on a ceramic flat iron, and I know many of you were really disappointed to miss out on it. Hopefully I can offer it to you again soon — I truly love how versatile my flat iron is for both straightening my hair and creating curls.

In the meantime, I do have a similarly fantastic offer on a curling wand for you today!

Honestly, curling wands used to scare the bejeezus out of me. I was certain that I was going to singe my forehead or my hand — or even both. Surprisingly, I’ve found that they’re pretty easy to master with just a little practice… So easy that I was even able to teach my 11-year-old how to use one.

The main difference that I found between a curling wand and a traditional clip curling iron is that you hold a curling wand basically upside down. After wrapping the hair around once, you can pull it tight and close to your head, and then you just continue wrapping the rest of the hair around to the tip.

Just look at those gorgeous spirals! I had to help her a bit with the back, but I’m sure it won’t take long until she no longer needs my assistance.

In the images above, she used a 32mm classic curling wand from NuMe. I just adore the bouncy curls it creates! If your hair isn’t quite as thick and wavy as her’s is to start, NuMe has 5 different classic curling wand styles, one of which is sure to meet the needs of your hair texture. And they all come with one of the protective gloves, too!

If you’re itching to try a curling wand out yourself now, I have an AMAZING deal for you this weekend! Get a NuMe Curling Wand (ARV $139) for just $39!!!

And that’s not all… You’ll also get a full size bottle of argan oil valued at $49 completely FREE! That’s a $188 value for just $39 shipped.

Here’s how to snag this deal:

  1. Click here and add the Silhouette Curling Wand of your choice to your cart.
  2. The argan oil will automatically be added to your cart for FREE.
  3. Go to checkout and use coupon code DSM39 to knock the price down to just $39.
  4. Shipping is FREE with this offer, so your total should be $39 at checkout.

Of course a deal this HOT can’t last forever, so don’t put it off!

Get your NuMe Curling Wand Deal here.
This deal is valid through June 30, 2016.

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5 Flat Iron Tips + Deal on Hair Care Dream Team

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Things are starting to heat up here in Central Ohio, and along with rising temperatures, we typically see an increase in humidity. Great for the skin — but NOT so great for hair, especially for us wavy/curly girls. Am I right?

Whether I’m trying to work with my natural texture or want a sleeker look for a night out, frizz is the number one enemy. And I combat it with two tools… a good flat iron and argan oil!

Now, you might be a bit perplexed, but flat irons aren’t just for straightening. My hair dresser showed me how to use it to curl my hair, as well. You just hold the flat iron vertically and pull straight out with the hair wrapped around it about one-and-a-half turns, maintaining tension as you pull. I know it sounds complicated, but it with a little practice it’s very easy. And now I only need one tool to create smoother curls or to straighten my hair!

Whether you use your flat iron to curl or straighten your hair, these 5 tips will help you get the most out of it:

1. Start with a good quality argan oil product. I like to apply argan oil to my hair while it’s still damp to hydrate and protect it against the heat. A few drops applied to dry hair when you’re finished doubles as a shine serum. I love double-duty products!

2. Don’t crank up the heat. Higher heat does not equal straighter hair. A good flat iron will have an adjustable heat setting on it. Keep it within the 300-degree range to preserve your strong, healthy hair. P.S. Lower is not better either. You risk having to go over a section multiple times to get it straight, which can be just as damaging.

3. Don’t flat iron damp hair. Damp hair is more difficult to straighten, meaning you’ll have to go over a section several times, and as we just discussed, this is a BAD idea. If you see steam or hear your hair sizzle while straightening it, stop and turn your blow dryer on for a few minutes before continuing.

4. Stick to small sections. The smaller the section, the easier it is to straighten on the first pass. Remember, we don’t want to repeatedly go over a section. If you find you need to, then you probably need a smaller section.

5. Clean your flat iron frequently. Product and oils build up on the flat iron plates over time, which can lead to extra drag on your hair. Turn the iron off, let it cool down, and then wipe down the plates well with a damp cloth. Cotton swabs are effective at getting into any small crevices and along the edges of the plates, helping to get your flat iron squeaky clean.

If you’re in the market for a new flat iron, it just so happens that I have an AMAZING deal for you this weekend! Get a NuMe Silhouette Flat Iron (ARV $139) for just $29 + shipping!!! Remember how I told you that you want to use a GOOD straightening iron with an adjustable heat setting? Well, this has it — along with ceramic plates that are a dream for smoothing even the frizziest hair.

But that’s not all… You’ll also get a full size bottle of argan oil valued at $49 completely FREE! These two products together are my dream team of hair care, a $188 value for just $29 plus shipping.

Here’s how to snag this deal:

  1. Click here and add the Silhouette Flat Iron to your cart (choose pink, turquoise, or black).
  2. The argan oil will automatically be added to your cart for FREE.
  3. Go to checkout and use coupon code DSM29 to knock the price down to just $29.
  4. Shipping will be $12, so your total should be $41 at checkout.

Of course a deal this HOT can’t last forever. You only have through Sunday evening to place your order, so don’t put it off!

Get your NuMe Flat Iron Deal here.
This deal is valid through June 12, 2016.

Disclosure: Sponsored by NuMe products, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support this site!

TRESemme’s Beauty-Full Volume Reverse Wash System

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I’m always up for trying new haircare products, so when Walmart asked if I’d be interested in trying the new Beauty-Full Volume Collection from TRESemme, I was all for it. What makes this collection so unique is that it’s a reverse wash haircare collection, meaning you condition your hair first and wash it second, leaving your hair with loads of volume and touchable softness.

Having never tried a reverse wash system, I have to admit I fully expected to hate it. My wavy/curly hair needs plenty of moisture to prevent frizz, and I was certain that such a system would leave my hair a tangled mess. So I was pleasantly surprised to find that after conditioning and then shampooing, I was still able to easily comb through my hair. And the products smelled absolutely amazing — always a big positive in my book.

I did find that I needed to use significantly more than the recommended 2-3 pumps of conditioner to be able to work the product through my shoulder length hair. It’s a good thing TRESemme products are relatively inexpensive (psa $4.94 each), because I’m fairly sure that I’ll need at least 2 bottles of conditioner per one bottle of shampoo if I continue to use the system! If you have thinner hair, though, this may not be the case for you.

After using the conditioner and shampoo, I applied a generous amount of Beauty-Full Volume Mousse from roots to ends and let my hair air dry. My hair very soft and relatively smooth, as well as easy to style with a curling iron.

Unfortunately, it lacked the promised volume and was a bit lackluster, and I also felt like it looked greasy more quickly than with my regular shampoo and conditioner. I suppose this is due to the fact that I needed to use more conditioner than recommended, and TRESemme is very up front about disclosing that those with thicker hair may not achieve optimal results.

So while I probably won’t continue to use the TRESemme Beauty-Full Volume Collection myself, I think it will be perfect for my 10-year-old daughter’s long, fine hair. If you have hair that is similar in texture to hers, I think you’ll love this collection. Save yourself some money when trying it by tracking down one of the B1G1 FREE Tresemme Beauty-Full coupons from the 5/15 RedPlum insert!

Have you ever tried a reverse wash conditioner and shampoo system?

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DIY Harley Quinn Halloween Costume For Girls

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My youngest daughter is slightly obsessed with Harley Quinn… Mind you, I don’t think she’s ever seen a single movie featuring this character, but after daddy used up some of his GameStop Rewards points on a Harley Quinn-inspired juniors tank top for her (which she wears to sleep in and as her dress above), she’s been hooked — collecting Funko Pop figures, Bleacher Creatures, and any other fan gear she happens across.

So it really was no surprise when she asked to be Harley Quinn for Halloween. Unfortunately, finding a girls’ costume in her size that isn’t too racy has proven to be a challenge, to say the least…

We solved this easily enough by simply slipping her soccer cold gear shirt and leggings under the aforementioned tank top. But for other Harley Quinn wannabes, an oversize black tank top and a little red Duck Tape would be another simple solution!
 

 
Though Harley Quinn is typically shown with white face paint, I knew Addie wouldn’t be comfortable with that amount of makeup on. So I kept things pretty simple by playing up her eyes with a kohl eyeliner followed by some matte black eyeshadow. I simply lined her eye all the way around heavily with the eyeliner, and then layered on the eyeshadow, blending it up to her eyebrows and down underneath her eyes. I finished her eyes off with a couple of coats of very black mascara.

Finally, I carefully applied a true red lipstick on her lips. I chose a long-wearing formula to prevent any smudging and smearing while sneaking a piece of candy while Trick-or-Treating when she thinks I’m not looking.

When it comes to Halloween makeup, I typically shop the regular cosmetics department, choosing from the bargain brands since they’re not usually items that I’ll use frequently. Here are some budget-friendly options I found:

The finishing touch was to pull her hair up into two pigtails, doubling up on the elastic bands so they were extra perky, and then sprayed one side with washable black hairspray and the other with red. She loves the way it turned out and can’t wait for Halloween!

I’m pretty sure I have a budding fashionista on my hands, as getting her to remove the makeup after snapping some pics proved to be another challenge, lol. But here’s a fun tip — fragrance-free Equate Wipes double as a gentle and effective makeup cleansing towlettes at a fraction of the price of other brands! And trust me, you’ll need them with this black eye makeup…

Do you have a great DIY Halloween costume idea that you’re pretty proud of? Share a link in the comments — I’d love to see them!

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Curly Hair Don’t Care | My Fave Schwarzkopf Product

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As you know, I’ve been test driving a number of the new Schwarzkopf hair care products that are available exclusively at Walmart over the past month or so. You can read more about my in depth thoughts on each product via the links at the bottom of this post, but I thought I’d summarize my overall thoughts now that I’ve tried everything I was sent (and then some).

My absolute favorite product of the bunch has to be the Schwarzkopf Essence Ultime Satin Frizz Control & Protect Nutri-Nectar Beauty Oil! Not only does it do an amazing job of taming my frizzy split ends, but it works equally well on my girls’ ultra long hair. For my wavy/curly hair, it helps with curl definition and adds shine, while it makes my girls’ hair soft, shiny, and easy to comb out.

Seriously, if you try one product from the Schwarzkopf line, make it this one. I’d love to hear what you think!

Following in a close second is the Schwarzkopf Styliste Ultime Biotin+ Volume & Texture Luxe Fresh Dry Shampoo. At just $6.97 per bottle, it’s hands down the best drugstore brand dry shampoo I’ve tried yet. If Schwarzkopf adds a tinted formula to the line, I’ll pretty much never try another brand again!

A few of you emailed to share that you couldn’t quite visualize what I was trying to convey in my original post about parting the hair and working the product in at the roots, so I filmed a quick video demonstration with my daughter to show what I mean. Hope this helps!

I’d also like to give an honorable mention to the Schwarzkopf Essence Ultime Satin Frizz Control & Protect Shampoo and Conditioner. While it wasn’t necessarily the right product for my hair texture, I discovered that it’s perfect for my girls’ hair. I’ll definitely continue to purchase both of these for them to use.

Have you tried any of the products from this new Schwarzkopf line, yet?

Read more about the various Schwarzkopf products I’ve tested:

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