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All Things Beautiful XO

Stephanie Louise Telford & her guide on beauty, style, & glitter!

Temptu Airbrush Makeup Kit Review, Video, & Giveaway!

December 4, 2013 By StephanieLouise 231Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F12%2Ftemptu-airbrush-makeup-kit-review-video.htmlTemptu+Airbrush+Makeup+Kit+Review%2C+Video%2C+%26+Giveaway%212013-12-04+22%3A16%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F12%2Ftemptu-airbrush-makeup-kit-review-video-giveaway.html

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I’m the first to say foundation is something I have trouble with. I have combination dry skin so moisturizers are a huge part of my life & often clash with anything long wearing. I also have freckles (oh, you didn’t know? ha.) so sometimes too full coverage & I can look like a completely different person & too light & all I notice are my freckles. I love my freckles, don’t get me wrong, but sometimes just uhg. When I was given the opportunity to work with the oh-so-famous Temptu & try out one of their Temptu Airbrush Makeup Kits to try out. The best part is they’re also giving one away to one of my readers! Keep reading to see my thoughts, video of my first impressions, & to enter to win your very own set!

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My Top 10 Random Gifting Guide for Holiday 2013 + Giveaway!

December 3, 2013 By StephanieLouise 234Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F12%2Fmy-top-10-random-gifting-guide-for.htmlMy+Top+10+Random+Gifting+Guide+for+Holiday+2013+%2B+Giveaway%212013-12-03+17%3A48%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F12%2Fmy-top-10-random-gifting-guide-for-holiday-2013-giveaway.html

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When it comes to the holidays you should always have backups. Never run out of flour. Never run out of wrapping paper. & never be caught without a gift. Has anyone else had that happen? I did & I was mortified. Some nice person thought of me & bought me a gift & I had nothing. Obviously that stuff with me because now I have a bit of a gifting stash for just such occasions! Keep reading to see the 10 items on my list this year!

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#1 A festive scarf (like this beautiful option from FRAAS) is the perfect gift for a woman in your life. Think of the pattern, shade, & make sure to wrap it in fun but protective paper. I like silver because it says “winter” & not necessarily specifically Christmas plus the print on this one is just really fun. I always make sure to have one ready in case an unexpected gift from a coworker, friend, or family member comes along. You can find FRAAS scarves available at online retailers such as Amazon & the FRAAS website as well as ASOS & Bloomingdales.

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#2 Something for a child or the young at heart. I love these throwback Pac Man toys (they even make the classic sounds!) that I can gift to just about anyone. The best part about having a kid-friently toy is that children tend to show up in the office more this time of year & you’ll have something fun for them to play with. You can purchase these Pac Man toys for $12.99 each, available at Toys “R” Us and Walgreens for the holidays. Sawyer is obsessed with these, the littlest of our animal bunch just loves that they make noise & was constantly trying to steal them off my desk!

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#3 I absolutely love when new moms/dads start venturing into the “real world” again but I don’t always know what to get them. They’ve already had their baby shower but they still have baby on the brain. I love giving them something pampering that is still kid friendly, like this heating/cooling pad disguised as an adorable bear & 100% natural. Even if a newborn spits up on it you can wash it, plus baby can use it too. You can purchase my favorite Thermal-Aid Heating/Cooling bear from Amazon.

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#4 If you have a friend who loves to be pampered but has everything (maybe a beauty blogger or makeup artist?) consider these awesome Glove Treat options. These will be up in a full review soon but basically they are reusable paraffin wax treatments available for both hands & feet. They are super relaxing & effective at reliving dry hands. You can purchase these here.

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#5 You’re going to think I’m crazy but you won’t believe how many people have loved this as a gift! This is a handheld milk frother that works off batteries. You’ll love this as a gift to teenagers (coffee is so in), college students (fancy coffee is so expensive!), & even newlyweds. You can buy my favorite model here, I picked it up at Kohls & it works great.

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#6 Another item I’ll have a review on soon is this awesome set from Get Fresh! The grapefruit scent is intoxicating while still being rather neutral & the packaging is absolutely adorable. This trio includes the Get Fresh Spa Grapefruit Mineral Body Mask, Body Scrub, & Rich Body Creme. Also, close to me heart, they donate a portion of their proceeds to Military charities that help Wounded Warriors transition successfully back into civilian life. You can purchase this set & other Get Fresh products here.

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#7 Woodwick Candles are currently my favorite brand of easily accessible candles. Why? Because they actually contain a piece of wood as the wick & crackle as they burn, simulating a real fire. This is the perfect gift for a romantic, candle lover, or someone who hasn’t got access to an actual fire like us. Our favorite lately is the standard Fireside…which smells like a crackling fire. Yes, we’re simple folk. You can purchase Woodwick candles here from Kohls, JC Pennys, & even ULTA.

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#8 Name A Star. Yeah it might sound a little hokey but it really is an awesome gift. This is what I got my husband for our first anniversary (paper!) but it makes a really unique gift for grandparents, young kids just getting into astrology, & even educators. You can pick your star then name it whatever you like. We have both the gorgeous certificate (which has a lovely galaxy print!) & the location map hung up in frames. You can name & purchase your own star here.

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#9 One of my favorite gifts to give or receive- the Pinch Provisions Minimergency kit. I reviewed this not just for myself but also the adorable men’s version. Currently Sephora has a silver version with 17 essentials for any emergency ranging from double-sided tape to hairspray to clear nail polish. Seriously, this thing is the best gift ever & you can give it to pretty much anyone 13 & up. You can check out the newest version on the Sephora website here.

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#10 Last but certainly not least is creating your own coupon book for someone you honestly can’t come up with a gift for. My husband is extremely hard to buy for so this is for him but it could be for anyone because they have a ton of options ranging from parents to children or spouses like mine. I chose to put our faces on ours because they’re HILARIOUS & I love them. My husband actually cracked up, it is just an overall awesome gift. I chose the cover, inside message, our photos (including the stylish hairstyles!), & all of the coupons myself…which was hard because the options are nearly endless with over 500 date ideas!

You can create your own coupon book on the Datevitation site here! Books normally start at just $25 so it makes for a thoughtful yet economical gift.  But as a special treat for my followers, you can use the code  ‘BEAUTIFUL10’  for $10 off your purchase plus free shipping (total value of $13.50)  That means you can get your loved one a one-of-a-kind gift for Christmas starting at just $15!  The order cut-off date for guaranteed delivery by Christmas is December 13 so make sure to get your order in before then!

Want to win your very own love coupon booklet like mine or one especially for a child in your life? Datevitation has graciously offered one of my readers a free book to create themselves! Just enter via the Rafflecopter widget below! Datevitation is a family business run by the husband-wife team of Alex and Olga Karpman.  You can get to know them on the Datevitation blog, where they offer video guides to date ideas and romantic gestures. You can even watch Alex propose to Olga in a video they posted on Youtube as a Save The Date, and now has over 1.5 million views (you can view the video here)! They will contact the winner directly, good luck everyone!

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Mark Hill Big Night Out Shampoo, Conditioner, & Treatment Review + Giveaway!

December 2, 2013 By StephanieLouise 235Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F12%2Fmark-hill-big-night-out-shampoo.htmlMark+Hill+Big+Night+Out+Shampoo%2C+Conditioner%2C+%26+Treatment+Review+%2B+Giveaway%212013-12-02+22%3A18%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F12%2Fmark-hill-big-night-out-shampoo-conditioner-treatment-review-giveaway.html

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Are you excited for my 5 Days of Giveaways kick off post? I decided Mark Hill would be the perfect starting point because these 3 products will get your hair absolutely ready for the holiday/party season! Mark Hill has created a new haircare line to me personally but it has been very popular over in the UK! Mark Hill himself is a famous celebrity hairdresser who has worked with clients such as Lady Gaga, Madonna, & even the royal family! Talk about big names right? I was super excited to try out some products from the Big Night Out line from Mark Hill which preps clean hair for styling! Keep reading to find out what I think & enter to win your own set of products!
“I’ve spent more than 15 years creating a range of hair care products that are of such high quality that they are used every day in my salon. To bring an effective, yet affordable range to the U.S. is absolutely a dream come true,” says Mark Hill in a press release.

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I feel like I’ve been looking for this type of line all my life: A line designed to not only wash/clean my hair but allows me to style it right after! Normally I literally plan around events (yes, pen & paper plan!) so that I can have at least second day hair to work with. As pretty as my hair is clean & freshly washed it just doesn’t want to do anything. Like…at all. It wants to just be hair. It looks slightly frizzy, floppy, & just like tons of thick hair. No pretty wave, no working with styling tools, & definitely doesn’t look how I want it to. This line is meant to give you the freshness of clean hair with the manageability of second day hair.

I started with Mark Hill Big Night Out Get Ready to Party! Pre Styling Shampoo (because I wash my hair like most people I suppose!) & immediately liked the scent. It is very soft, slightly floral, & doesn’t linger. If you’re going to be styling your hair & adding more product to it sometimes a heavy scent can mingle & become somewhat offensive. This shampoo is quite thin & is meant to prep your hair for styling. As I had hoped, it removed buildup, cleansed my hair, & didn’t leave it feeling stripped. If you’re looking for a super rich or super softening shampoo then this isn’t it, the whole point is to create a starting line for hair styling.

Following up the shampoo is the Mark Hill Big Night Out Get the Party Started! Pre Styling Conditioner. This also comes packaged like the shampoo & has a similar scent. I find this to be quite a light conditioner which I assume is the point: detangle & moisturize without going overboard & making hair un-styleable. Right? Right. So this does a very nice job, I have very thick long hair & it helped to detangle without being too hydrating. I personally can’t go without conditioner so this was a very pleasant surprise!

The last product I have is the Mark Hill Big Night Out Only Takes a Minute! 60 Second Detox Gloss Treatment. I think this is something really special, especially with only taking one minute. This does come in a smaller tube but it also takes very little time so does that balance out? I have VERY long & VERY thick hair but it is also fine so treatments can sometimes be finicky for me. I tend to leave them in as long as possible in the shower/bath. This one minute treatment seemed to do the trick though! You use this instead of conditioner so it takes a lot less time, smells a bit stronger than the other two, & is much thicker. I tried not to use too much (I have a habit of really laying down the treatments!) & it did leave my hair shinier & it also felt conditioner while still being able to style it!

Overall I’m very happy with this trio! For me personally, this isn’t something I’d use every day but before a big event or when I have product buildup & still have things to do this is perfection! I’m really impressed, why hasn’t anyone else come out with this type of invention? This would have been so amazing back when I was a cheerleader or for proms! Even better? You can purchase this line (& other Mark Hill lines, he has quite a few I hope to try!) from Walgreens! How awesome is that?

To launch my 5 Days of Giveaways you can win this line! There will be one lucky winner! Please note that this is limited to the US & they cannot ship to PO Boxes as the company will be shipping this directly. Thanks so much to Mark Hill for this awesome opportunity to win, just enter using the rafflecopter widget below!!! Good luck everyone! XO

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Revlon Secret Weapon Beauty Products, Trends, + Sweepstakes!

October 9, 2013 By StephanieLouise 2941 Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F10%2Frevlon-secret-weapon-beauty-products.htmlRevlon+Secret+Weapon+Beauty+Products%2C+Trends%2C+%2B+Sweepstakes%212013-10-09+12%3A38%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F10%2Frevlon-secret-weapon-beauty-products-trends-sweepstakes.html

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Products for this post were provided by Revlon. All opinions are my own.  

Ready for a Revlon overhaul? Revlon & BlogHer were kind enough to send me some products to review & demo for your guys. I have some nail products, eye shadows, eye liners, and foundations. After putting them through the ringer, putting together a pretty fall look, and playing around I have some final thoughts & lots of pictures to share! Oh…and a sweepstakes at the bottom! Woohoo! Keep reading to see more and participate!

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Revlon ® ColorStay™ Longwear Nail Enamel
“Gel-like shine, no light required.”
I am a big fan of the Revlon ColorStay Longwear line (check out my past review + nail art!) and was more than happy to add some new shades to my collection. When using the Revlon ColorStay Gel-Smooth Base Coat & Gel-Shine Top Coat you can get up to 11 days of color then use your regular nail polish remover effortlessly. Presto chango & you’re on to a new shade without any damage to the nail! I love the base & top coats & use them frequently. The aforementioned shades are Sequin, Bold Sangria, & Red Carpet. All 3 apply effortlessly ( I used 2 coats but can usually get away with one!) over the base coat & have a brilliant shine after the topcoat.

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On my index finger & pinky is Sequin (metallic silver), on my middle finger is Red Carpet (raspberry toned red), & Bold Sangria (red toned wine) is on my ring finger. 

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Revlon ColorStay™ 16 Hour Eyeshadow
“All day luxurious color that doesn’t crease, fade or smudge.”
 I received three quads in the shades Sun Swept, Harmonious, & Free Spirit. While there is varied pigmentation & formulas, I find these are nice for daytime use. They seem to be very buildable so I recommend using the applicator included for denser application & then blending or highlighting with a fluffy brush. My personal favorite is Harmonious, which totally screams fall! Tutorial at the end of this post!

Revlon ColorStay™ 16 Hour Eye Shadow Quad in Sun Swept

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Revlon ColorStay™ 16 Hour Eye Shadow Quad in Free Spirit

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Revlon ColorStay™ 16 Hour Eye Shadow Quad in Harmonious

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Revlon ColorStay™ Eye Liner 
“Beautiful color that lasts all day.”
I have used Revlon ColorStay eyeliners for years, especially on my waterline. The formula is a bit stiff compared to some but that is what makes it so perfect to seal in for a long wearing look. You can create a fine or thick line, comes with a sharpener, & (my favorite part!) it is an automatic pencil. This is a steal for an eye liner that glides effortlessly on the waterline & I always have the shade “Black Brown” on hand.

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Shades swatched left to right: Revlon ColorStay™ Eyeliners in Charcoal, Black, Brown, & Black/Brown.

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Revlon ColorStay Whipped™ Crème Makeup
“Flawless finish, all day wear.”
This formula is whipped & buildable to full coverage. Promises all day comfort & 24 hour wear. If you know me then you know I absolutely love this foundation. I use this year-round for an easy full coverage look that doesn’t cake. Having combination/dry skin is really tough because most long wear type products cater to oily but this somehow keeps both spectrums of skin healthy! I can’t rave about this enough & I’ve bought 3 jars so far. Yes. Obsessed. This foundation also comes in a nice glass jar with a stopper (pictured above) to help keep everything in place.
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Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede™ Lipstick

“Instantly moisturizing; All day color.”

The Revlon Ultimate Suede Lipsticks promise to be instantly moisturizing, last all day, & contain nourishing ingredients like Shea butter, aloe and vitamin E. These are really lovely shades! Backstage is a pink toned cranberry, Muse is a vibrant pink, & Finale looks like kind of a mod orange-y red.

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Shades swatched left to right: Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede™ Lipsticks in Backstage, Muse, & Finale.

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I decided to come up with a look where I could share some of my fall beauty tips for easy wearable eye shadow looks. For this look I decided to go with a traditionally colored (& a bit creative of course!) daytime look for fall using the Revlon ColorStay 16 Hour Eye Shadow quad in Harmonious & my favorite Revlon ColorStay eyeliner in Black Brown. Switching to a brown or black/brown shade helps make this look less harsh in the daytime & a bit easier to get away with. It also blends out nicely using the darkest eye shadow shade which is a lovely brown.

To get the look start with the lovely green shade & pat along the lid. Take the peachy orange shade on your inner corner to brighten up. Apply a bit of the dark brown at the very edges. Repeat steps on your bottom lash line. Blend. Apply the lightest shade which is kind of oatmeal toned as your highlight. Apply your Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner in Black/Brown to the inner rims & 2/3rds of the way across top lash line lightly. Sweep a bit of the brown eye shadow over to smudge out. This makes the line look softer.

So what do you think? I’d love to hear what your beauty tips & tricks are! Which favorite beauty tip secret would you like to reveal? Leave it in the comments below and you could win a $50 Visa gift card!

For more information on these products you can visit Revlon’s Facebook page or website!

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Garden of Silver Review & $100 Giveaway!

October 7, 2013 By StephanieLouise 297Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fgarden-of-silver-review-100-giveaway.htmlGarden+of+Silver+Review+%26+%24100+Giveaway%212013-10-07+20%3A37%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fgarden-of-silver-review-100-giveaway.html

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Love jewelry? Me too! Garden of Silver has a seriously fun perspective: combining nature with metal. I love natural looking jewelry year round, they’re both season-less & timeless. I chose a beautiful summer piece because I get pretty bad seasonal depression, what could be better than wearing something so “sunny” (pun majorly intended!) throughout the colder months! There are lots of pieces to choose from & if you happen to be the lucky $100 winner…then you’ll get to pick your own!

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From the Garden of Silver site:
I design and create each piece in the Garden of Silver jewelry line in my art/jewelry studio on the north shore of Long Island, New York. My jewelry is created using both fine and sterling silver along with touches of gold and also the obscure Japanese alloy, shibuichi. 

I have an extensive organic garden that is both serene and stimulating. I find it peaceful to work in the garden and can be found outside among the flowers, vegetables, herbs and weeds with my sketchbook throughout the growing season. My drawings and paintings have always had a botanical theme which has evolved into the Garden of Silver jewelry line.  Many of the jewelry pieces are created by hand carving into wax and then cast into sterling silver. I also etch and emboss the metals to create texture and relief and utilize traditional metalworking techniques as well.

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My necklace (located on the Garden of Silver site here!) is beautiful, with a classic chain, nice latch, & beautiful workmanship. You can really see the details in her work! Really fabulous & even better in person! I love this design but I also really love this Lotus Pond Pendant Necklace, Glimmer Earrings, & these Cyprus Earrings! Honestly, I think you’ll have a really hard time choosing!

This giveaway is US only & good for $100 on the Garden of Silver website. Big thanks to Eileen of Garden of Silver for this gracious giveaway!

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Monster N-TUNE HD On-Ear Headphones in Candy Tangerine Review + Giveaway!

October 5, 2013 By StephanieLouise 299Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fmonster-n-tune-hd-on-ear-headphones-in.htmlMonster+N-TUNE+HD+On-Ear+Headphones+in+Candy+Tangerine+Review+%2B+Giveaway%212013-10-05+15%3A38%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fmonster-n-tune-hd-on-ear-headphones-in-candy-tangerine-review-giveaway.html

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For awhile now I’ve been on the hunt for an awesome set of headphones to start editing with. For those that have been around for awhile, I do have a youtube channel. Sadly when I got really sick I was able to keep up the blogging but not the videos, my voice was just too sick. Ever since I promised to get that back on track & to do that I needed an amazing pair of headphones that would withstand my rough household & provide amazing sound quality since I’m partially deaf. Tall order.

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Needless to say when BlogHer partnered with the king of audio Monster I was in. I’ve never paid a lot for headphones, usually I just use them to workout with or listen to my audio books. I think that’s what was stalling me: How do I pick an expensive pair when I don’t really know what I need? Luckily, Monster came out with their N-Tude “Headphones with Attitude” & now I know why they are absolutely worth the price.

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Obviously I could go into all the tech speak like techno noise isolation but that really isn’t my knowledge base. I don’t like to pretend I know all that jazz when you can just visit their site & read it for yourself. So what am I going to tell you about? Well, how about the things that make these headphones great for me personally using my own jargon?

1. First, the N-Tune Candy Collection colors are just fun. I am always drawn to color because it makes things so much easier for me to find. I have them in the shade Candy Tangerine but there are also shades like blue, green, purple, & red. Style!

2. They are incredibly durable. In fact, they claim to be virtually indestructible! You can even bend & twist the head band part (see I’m not technical!) without breakage! When you are clumsy, have lots of animals, a husband with very little attention to detail, & have a knack for misplacing items you’ll be psyched these are not only a bright orange metallic but pretty much unbreakable from a normal standpoint.

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3. They fit! I have tiny ears, I mean pretty small. Normal in-ear headphones make my ears ache unless they are extremely small & even then I can’t stand them after awhile. I prefer headphones like this for extended use but often they are too big & engulf my ears awkwardly. These are secure but also extremely comfortable. Check out how cushy these ear pieces are, lush right? I wouldn’t wear them for hourse otherwise!

4. The sound quality is really great, even & easy to control. I always like headphones that drown out other noise because I’m partially deaf in one of my ears so that can be especially distracting. I also prefer that I’m not disturbing others & when wearing them people nearby don’t hear thing.

5. Let’s talk about the cord in general shall we? Not only is it tangle-free (rejoice!) but it includes a little button that lets me take calls when listening on my phone. Have a call? Push the button to answer. End call? Push button to hang up! So easy even I can do it!

So there you have it! I’m loving these headphones so much, my only complaint would be that I wish they came with a carrying case of some kind. They do come with a nice bag that is supposed to remove fingerprints & such though & since they’re “virtually indestructible” I guess they figured it works!

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To win your very own pair of N-Tune headphones (valued at $150),  read all about the Monster headphones here and let me know in the comments of this post which color you prefer. The comments on this post will be aggregated with the comments on the posts from the other bloggers participating in this review, and 25 pairs will be given away. This giveaway will close on Nov 1.

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This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older. Winner  will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
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Turban Diva Review & Giveaway!

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When I think about my hair I smile. Seriously, I’m extremely vain when it comes to my hair. I’m truly blessed. When reading about Turban Diva & Laurie Andreoni I started to cry. I can’t imagine being diagnosed with cancer & losing something that is truly a part of me. I know for a lot of people being sick would be the biggest problem but to see myself day to day not looking like myself would be so tough.

Years after receiving a degree in Fashion Merchandising, I made a complete career change to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic West. Losing my hair brought me full circle to create something that heals on another level.

Clearly Laurie knew what she was doing because she’s built a busniess not just for women who have lost their hair but for women who really love her products. I personally used to wrap scarves around my fair colored scalp whenever we went to the beach…back when I laid out in the sun without SPF. I promise I haven’t done that since I was 16. 

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Here I am wearing a black headband with hot pink flowers. I love that this is soft & flexible. I don’t have many headbands I could fall asleep in! I also love the it can be washed & just looks cute on!

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This is the basic black turban set. You get a little black cap that fits over your head securely (can also be worn alone) with a little bit of rouging. I personally wear it towards the back but do what you like! Next you wrap the second piece which looks a lot like a scarf but made of the same material however you like. I’ve always liked a twist in the front. 

I also wanted to point out she takes requests & has tons of prints online to choose from. All of her pieces you can mix & match which leaves you with lots of variety. Turban Diva has made a special free standard shipping (within the US) code for orders over $49 just use code: STEPHANIE. Please note that this code does not apply to totes & cannot be combined with other codes.
So, on to the giveaway! You can pick up a sweet $50 gift card if you complete the entries below. You have LOTS of options so be sure to fill in as many as you can for your best chance of winning! As always, should you have any issues with the Rafflecopter widget please try to reload the page, try it on a different page, or shoot me a comment & we’ll work through it.
Good luck everyone & happy entering! Big thanks to Turban Diva for making this possible!

I’m celebrating my fifth year of thriving beyond cancer, sharing Titillating Turbans with women worldwide. I look forward to the day when the only reason women wear them is for fashion. In the meantime, it’s my mission to make the difficult ordeal of chemo, alopecia and hair loss less stressful.

 

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Hpnotiq’s GlamLouder: Bling It On! to Win Contest & Sweepstakes

June 18, 2013 By StephanieLouise 398Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fhpnotiqs-glamlouder-bling-it-on-to-win.htmlHpnotiq%E2%80%99s+GlamLouder%3A+Bling+It+On%21+to+Win+Contest+%26+Sweepstakes2013-06-18+18%3A18%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fhpnotiqs-glamlouder-bling-it-on-to-win-contest-sweepstakes.html

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So are you ready for some bling? Hpnotiq’s Glammest Nails Challenge is happening right now & I thought I’d show you my nail design. I went with lots of glitter (of course!) along with pink & black for the girly feel. Keep reading to see more pictures & find out how you can win!
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Ready to Upgrade & Win with Schick Hydro Silk?

June 11, 2013 By StephanieLouise 410Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fready-to-upgrade-win-with-schick-hydro.htmlReady+to+Upgrade+%26+Win+with+Schick+Hydro+Silk%3F2013-06-11+13%3A14%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fready-to-upgrade-win-with-schick-hydro-silk.html

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I remember back when I used cheap disposable razors. They were stiff, didn’t last very long, & they definitely seemed to nick me regardless of what shaving aid I used. I’m sure they are better these days but now I stick with what I know works. Does it cost a bit more? Actually… not really. There is an upfront cost but the Schick Hydro Silk® blades definitely last me a nice long time without any issue & adding in some much needed moisture. 
As I get older (& wiser…right?)I’ve learned that upgrading things in my life can often be a blessing in disguise. Sometimes you just need a little upgrade, sometimes a major one. A bag whose handles keep unhooking? Upgrade. A blush that just doesn’t last until lunch? Upgrade! That cheating boyfriend? UPGRADE HUNNY! Sometimes taking action & upping your game is exactly what your life needs to become brighter & even more fabulous.
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Here’s my bag that I picked up from Kohl’s on sale. Score! I bought it because I love black bags & wanted a but of a different style. I love cross body bags for when I’m doing errands & running around. Great! So what is the problem? Do you spy those little clips on the strap? The ones that keep you from looking foolish when it snaps open to unclip while you’re trying to pay for an obscene amount of nail polish in public with a line behind you? Trust me, after having this happen more than once I recognized the need for an upgrade with a strap that functions. 
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Cue this beautiful bag from BALIBELTS Studio. This Embellished Flap Over Satchel that I saved up for with my own dough. Beautiful. Classy. Doesn’t unhook in public to make me look like a crazy nail polish lady. Ah what a sweet upgrade. I’ll still use the old bag but only as a hand held which I don’t use as much. I’m all for a great deal but it isn’t a deal if it doesn’t work!
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The Schick Hydro Silk Razor is my fallback. Because I’m constantly trying out new things I don’t always know will be for me, you need a fallback you can count on. With 5 Curve-Sensing Blades to give me a close shave, comfortable soft touch handle, & water activated moisturizing serum I know this razor has me covered.

In comes Schick with an upgrade for YOU, are you ready? Announcing Razorvention™ Revamp, brought to you by Schick Hydro Silk® razor. Join in & we’ll give you a chance to win fabulous summer prizes so you can upgrade other things in your life too. 28 daily prizes in total – everything from a designer beach tote to a glass chandelier to yoga gear.
Enter the Schick Hydro Silk® Razorvention™ Revamp promotion for a chance to upgrade more than just your razor every single day through the end of June, with fabulous summer prizes in beauty, fashion, fitness and home decor. We’re also giving you a chance to win amazing experiences – from a luxurious spa retreat to a $3000 shopping spree – each time you enter to win one of our daily upgrades.

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Conair AdjustaCurl Rollers & Carbon Smooth XL Round Brush Review + Giveaway!

June 10, 2013 By StephanieLouise 413Leave a Commenthttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fconair-adjustacurl-rollers-carbon.htmlConair+AdjustaCurl+Rollers+%26+Carbon+Smooth+XL+Round+Brush+Review+%2B+Giveaway%212013-06-10+20%3A52%3A00StephanieLouisehttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.allthingsbeautifulxo.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fconair-adjustacurl-rollers-carbon-smooth-xl-round-brush-review-giveaway.html

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Ready to talk about hair? Conair has sent some seriously cool rollers my way & a brush I just can’t put down. My hair looks pretty fabulous with tons of lift & volume. Want to win the pair so your hair can be fabulous too? Just keep reading!

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Lets talk about the Conair Ajustacurl Rollers first! You get 4 rollers & you adjust their size.

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They start out straight & then you roll them into the desired size. I go BIG. I love volume & my ultra fine hair cant use as much as I can manage. My hair is thick but very fine & often lays flat.

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So the way I use them is above. You can see each roller kind of links in with the other with the little bit of excess. This helps me keep them in my hair. Love it!

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Here’s a quick picture I took with my phone. I put them in before I do my makeup then by the time I’m ton I have tons of volume.

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The Conair Carbon Smooth XL Round Brush is just plain awesome. I use it to blow dry my hair so it has lots of volume. I also like it to curl under/flip my hair out. This is a BIG brush & it is perfect for smoothing out my long hair without the fuss.

You can purchase these Conair products from ULTA, Walgreens, & wherever Conair products are sold.

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Ready to win this hair fabulous pair? Thanks to Conair I have one set to giveaway! This is a US only giveaway. Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below!

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