Beach Babe Hair

Beach Babe Hair is one of the easiest looks to achieve!  I rock this look most of the summer! You simply need to arm yourself with the right products for the job... and that's where i come in!  I've tested out several products that claim to help you achieve this look and after much deliberating, these were the clear winners!  Last year, i tried the Alterna Beach Collection for the first time and was so amazed by how well these products worked and better yet smelled! Read my full review here! Oh my gosh, they smell like the most delicious of summer days!  On a recent trip to Ulta, i discovered that they brought back this summer edition of products and so i stocked up! Apply a few spritzes of Bamboo Beach Summer Ocean Waves spray all over your hair.  Then scrunch it using your hands.  Let it air dry and voila... beach babe!  Bamboo Beach Summer Sun Recovery spray is a must have this time of year.  Simply spray this beauty all over your hair after towel drying it and leave it in.  It will nourish your hair and help recover it from the sun damage!   This spray leaves my hair feeling so soft and smells incredible!  I know I've already mentioned the delicious scent but it's worth mentioning again! If you're on the lookout for an amazing dry shampoo that smells INCREDIBLE, reach for Bamboo Beach Coconut Mango Refreshing Dry Shampoo.  I believe the name says it all!  Oh and stock up now because it's usually only available this time of year!  I already did!

Just as you protect your skin from the sun, it's important to do the same for your hair!  I'm sort of obsessed with Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser's Invisible Oil. This oil features a luxurious blend of six oils and two extracts that soften and tame flyaways while adding shine! Best part? It contains UVA/UVB filters, offers heat styling protection and can be used on all types of hair! You can reach for this beauty before using styling tools or before long exposures to the sun in order to ensure healthy hair!

So these are my go-to products for achieving Beach Babe Hair!  How do you achieve this look?

Thank you so much for reading! xoxo, Carla - FMM

GLOSSYBOX

OK so there was NO WAY that i was gonna let this one fly under the radar.  This month's GLOSSYBOX is phenomenal!  You guys, everyone got an Alex and Ani bracelet!!!!  I'm obsessed with these sweet bangles and could not believe that my box actually included one of these!  FYI the bracelet alone is a $28 value and the entire box cost $21!  Best part, this was only one of the many items that made me smile included in this month's box!  The Nails Inc gorgeous coral nail polish shade was on point for spring! I'm officially obsessed with Etre Belle's (full size might i add) Lip Lift Peel!  Holy awesomeness!  Seriously amazing product for exfoliating dry winter lips and bring them back to life after this crazy harsh winter we've endured!  The Sisley Black Rose Cream Mask is a true luxury item.  This mask costs a lot of money... I'm talking over $100... closer to $200 really!  So being able to apply this beauty on my skin makes me feel all Ivanka Trump and stuff! The Alex and Ani Scent 7 soap bar is already keeping my intimates drawer fragrant and lovely as it should be.  Lastly, the Alterna Bamboo Plumping Strand Expand is a product that i will pass on to my sister whose hair will probably love this stuff.  Although i'm a HUGE Alterna fan my hair does not need any more plumping!

In all honesty, this box ROCKED MY SOCKS!  I'm rarely disappointed in my GLOSSYBOX!This beauty box costs $21per month shipping included and you'll get about 5 to 6 samples, some of them full size.  You'll also have an opportunity to review each item and earn glossy dots. Once you've accumulated 1,000 you'll get a free box!  Check it out!

Thank you SO MUCH for reading! XOXO, Carla - FMM

Making Waves with NuMe's Pearl Curling Wand

Has your hair been looking a bit blah lately?  Do you want to take your locks from drab to hello gorgeous? Of course you do!  Good thing i'm here to show you how!  I first learned about NuMe from a blogger whose hair always looks uhhhhmazing!  Her hair always stuns with just the right amount of perfectly placed waves!  Is she human?  I seriously had my doubts... until she revealed her secret weapon!  NuMe's curling wands!  I immediately checked out the site in hopes that these potentially magic wands casted their stardust magic on my hair!  The prices were quite steep but i quickly rationed that if i want hair like that, i'm gonna have to buckle up and splurge!  Lucky for me, that same week, i came across a Groupon for $15 towards $115 worth of NuMe styling tools!  What? Certainly it was my lucky day... i even contemplated playing the lottery that day! Hey, ya never know!  So i immediately ordered my NuMe Pearl Curling Wand and saved myself $100!

So let me tell you a little bit about my new purchase!  I realize that this wand has ahem an interesting shape... to say the least!  And if you thought that this was that kind of site, i'm so sorry to disappoint! All jokes aside, it was actually its unique shape that sparked my curiosity.  I was beyond excited when it arrived in the mail and quickly put it to use.  First, it comes with a heat resistant glove which i have to say came in super handy at first.  I highly recommend using it until you feel comfortable enough using this wand.  I also noticed that the Pearl heats up in a matter of a couple of seconds... it's that fast! Totally justifiable considering it is a magic wand!  All i can say is that it was love at first curl!  Wow... i couldn't believe how incredible that very first curl/wave looked!  I knew i was in for some mah-jor life changing curlage (um is that even a word?... I'm looking at you Webster's Dictionary!  After all, if Beyonce's bootylicious made the cut...I declare curlage as a relavant and necessary word!)  OK rant over!   When finished, my hair was filled with a mixture of waves and curls that lasted for 3 1/2 days!  I typically wash my hair every other day but noticed that with curly hair, i could go much longer!  I'm so pleased with the turnout!

I highly recommend using a heat protector on your hair prior to using this or any styling tool.  It's essential for protecting your pretty locks!  I'm currently using and loving Alterna BAMBOO UV + Color Protection Fade-Proof Fluide which i purchased through Birchbox.

Here's a little video tutorial i put together to show you just how amazing the Pearl Curling Wand is! Enjoy!

So lets chat!  Have you tried any NuMe styling tools or products?  I'd love to hear your thoughts.  I wonder if their styling products are as good as their styling tools!  Are there any other NuMe styling tools i should try?  I can't even imagine the possibility of  a better curling wand then my beloved Pearl!  

Thank you SO MUCH for reading! XOXO Carla - FMM