WEEKEND GETAWAY TO BIG SUR

WEEKEND GETAWAY TO BIG SUR

I love weekend getaways! I'm sure this comes as no surprise to anyone who frequents my blog. Having a busy schedule doesn't always allow for a full blown vacation, but something about getting away for a few days just makes the biggest difference if I want a bit of relaxation and fun.

Since most of the time these getaways are completely spontaneous, I make sure to keep some of my favorite essentials in my weekender, like super comfy set of PJs, a good book and of course some beauty products like this mini sized Holiday Kit from Burt's Bees. It contains all the things I need in a convenient and very easy to travel with packaging which is a great plus as I like to travel light when it comes to trips like this one. Let me tell you, after walking around in cold and crisp air, my hands and feet appreciated a little moisture at the end of the day:) I love Coconut Foot Cream because I'm a huge fan of anything that contains coconut oil, and the Hand Salve restored my dry hands and cuticles in no time! The Vanilla Bean Lip Balm saved my lips from drying up and cracking because let's face it, dry lips are not a good feeling or a cute look on anybody! Having tried and loved these products, I'm thinking of getting this set for all my girls! So compact and cute, I think it'll be a perfect stocking stuffer!:)

This time around we decided to go a very familiar and beloved route, driving up the beautiful California coast. From San Simeon and Big Sur to Carmel, it's truly amazing what California has to offer! The views of the ocean from Big Sur alone take my breath away every time!

 Emil and I love going to familiar places, but we always try to do something new whether it's staying at a new hotel or trying a new restaurant. This time, it happen to be Sierra Mar at Post Ranch Inn. I fell in love with this place before I even tried the food because of the beautiful view it offers. It really is unbeatable. The fact that the food was exceptional was just a cherry on top! :)

What about you guys, where do you love to get away for the weekend?

CHLOE Hudson bag, Snoe Capsule intarsia wool sweater & scarf | ULLA JOHNSON Aggie suede booties  | J BRAND jeans 

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Burt's Bees. The opinions and text are all mine.

Halfstack Beauty Test Kitchen - The at Home Facial

Halfstack Beauty Test Kitchen - The at Home Facial

In this episode of Beauty Test Kitchen - I am rounding up some products for an at home facial! It's easy to do and effective and you don't need to break the bank going to the spa when you can give yourself a facial at home!

All you need is a cleanser, a facial scrub, a towel, hot water and a facial moisturizer!

Watch our video for a guide on how to go about completing the facial at home and check out the products that we mention below. Some of these items are on the more expensive side, but as I mentioned in the video any moisturizer, scrub and facial cleanser you have at home will do - these were just some great products we were testing out that we actually thought worked really well.

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Products highlighted in this episode include:

Goldfadden MD Moisturizer - www.goldfaddenmd.com - There are two types of moisturizers highlighted, the lightweight version for day time: Vital Boost Moisturizer. Vital Boost delivers hydration, antioxidant protection and a brightening glow to all skin types. Skin boosting and rejuvenating Vitamin D maximizes the skin's immunity, provides powerful antioxidant protection, improves elasticity and promotes a more youthful complexion. What I loved most about this is that is so lightweight and is oil free which is perfect for my sensitive skin! The second is the Wakeup Call Overnight Regenerative Facial Treatment. I love this stuff. I put it on at night before bed and my face feels awesome in the morning after I wash it off. It helps with spots and makes my skin feel really fresh.

Amala jasmine hydrating face polish - This is a great face polish/scrub for those of you looking for some hydration. It's has a beautiful smell and despite it being a scrub, it isn't like your scrubbing rocks on your face. The polish really does a great job at retexturing dry, dehydrated skin. The whole plant ingredients soothe and hydrate while removing dead skin cells.

Boscia Tsubaki oil infused Face Powder - This is another scrub that is gentle on your face, but packs a powerful punch when it comes to exfoliating. This comes in powder format so all you do is add water and you are good to go. It is gentle enough for everyday use and for all skin types, Tsubaki Oil-Infused Exfoliating Powder removes debris and oil from pores and skin’s surface while providing long-term deep-hydration and antiaging benefits. The grains of this powder are dried and then coated in Tsubaki Oil.

Equitance Brightening Collection - This collection focuses on beauty both inside as well as out. At the heart of the collection is the key in supporting skin’s vitality and radiance. So they utilize formal made from precisely balanced herbal ingredients. This helps in terms of keeping skin healthy and glowing. The kit incorporates toners, facial washes, moisturizers as well as supplements that give you the vitamins needed inside for healthy skin on the outside.

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