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John Frieda Precision Foam Hair Colour Review

I just decided a few days ago that I wanted to change my hair. Though I loved it the way it was, it was grown out so you could see my roots and after awhile it starts to look that "Dirty blonde" color which happens to be my natural hair color that I have hated ever since I was a kid. Do you think maybe that's because it was always described as "dirty" or "dishwater"? Either way, it always looks mucky and dull and I hate it. Since my best friend is the one who always does my highlights for me and she lives in California, I had to resort to boxed hair color for the time-being.

 

 

See what I mean? "Dirty Blonde" before

 

I have been feeling experimental and adventurous lately. Where my hair is concerned I tend to get bored quickly so it is always changing whether it be color, style, cut, etc. I spent a couple days deciding what to do.  I debated between blonde, red, dark reddish brown, or dark brown.

 

My first attempt was a disaster! I should know better, by now, than to do a full head blonde out of a box. I just thought, it was pretty blonde with dirty blonde so it should be fine! Wrong, I was. I ended up with brightened highlights but the rest was a color I just couldn't live with longer than 24 hours.

 

 

 

Back to square one I went. I finally decided I wanted to go red. When it comes to hair, I am extremely picky and I get nervous when choosing a shade because it rarely (even when going to a professional) comes out how I want it or how it is advertised. I chose to go with a hair color by John Frieda called Precision Foam Hair Colour. The color I chose, rather, my husband chose (yes, I put this serious decision in his hands. I told you I was feeling adventurous.) was number 6R Light Red Brown.

 

Here are the contents of the John Frieda Precision Foam Hair Colour box

 

 

In the box:

-Bottle with developer already added (step 1)

- hair color to add (step 2)

-Pump attachment for bottle

-Gloves (love that they're black, I don't know why)

-After color conditioner (a very generous size that will last at least a few washes)

-Detailed, color Instruction booklet

 

Ipsy Glam Bag September 2013

This month it seems like I waited FOREVER to receive my Glam Bag from Ipsy. They must have been toying with me because I was super anxious. Anyway, I finally got it and I'm super excited about it. This month's theme is "classic beauty" and my bag contained most of the signature items you think of for a  classic beauty look.

This is what I got for September:

tinted lip balm by Cailyn in the color Big Apple:

This is called "lip balm" but I assure you, it does not wear like any lip balm I have ever used. It is very pigmented and wears more like a stain or a lipstick. I have seen this color on many Ipsters and it looks great so I was really looking forward to this product, especially, since I got a gel eyeliner from this company a couple months back and I absolutely love it! Unfortunately, my skin requires a red with more of a blue base so this was just way too bright on me. I will be checking for other shades though. It can be purchased online and retails for $19.00

 

 

Butter London Nail Lacquer in the color LA MOSS:

I have not tried it out yet but I'm really excited to! The one I received in my Glam Bag is not full size. It is more like half size. My friend and I were just wondering what makes this nail polish worth the $15 it costs at Ulta. I guess Now I have the chance to find out. The LA MOSS color is kind of a blood red color that I find to be perfect for fall.

 

Classic Beauty Look I Created Using Products From My September IPSY Bag

I was thrilled with this month's IPSY Glam Bag theme, "Classic Beauty". My friend, Michelle is having a party Saturday to showcase Benefit Cosmetics and their "They're Real" mascara in a Lash Bash courtesy of Benefit Cosmetics and IPSY. We are also doing a House Party event the same night for some yummy (hopefully) Moscato wine from Yellow Tail. We came up with the theme of "Vintage Glam" with the idea that all the girls can dress and accessorize to go with the theme. Anyway, I'm really excited for this party and have started playing around with my look.

I will warn you that the following is just my first attempt and you have permission to chuckle, giggle, or full-out laugh. It won't hurt my feelings.

These are the products I used. Most of them are from my September Glam Bag or previous IPSY Glam Bags.

 

 

Okay, here is my very first attempt at Victory Rolls. I watched a Youtube tutorial and the girl made it look sooo easy. Clearly, she has had A LOT of practice. I, obviously, need to practice some more before I leave the house in this look. I kind of look like I'm wearing curlers!

 

#6 Beauty Box Product Reveal!

Here is the #6 beauty product you can win in my beauty box giveaway! It's a Big Sexy Hair travel set. The set includes Big Sexy Hair shampoo, Big Sexy Hair Conditioner, Big Sexy Hair Volumizing styling gel, and a reusable TSA approved zipper pouch. I am a HUGE fan of Big Sexy hair products. They are perfect for getting that extra volume if you have limp, fine hair like I do.

 

Big Sexy Hair Travel Assortment

 

If you've missed the previous reveals, here they are!

I Won the Corset Giveaway! Help Me Decide Which One to Get.

My friend Michelle at Sparkle Me Pink just had a giveaway for a corset up to $30 from a company called Corset Chick. I was really excited about it and went crazy entering because I have been wanting a new one for a long time. Well, it paid off because I won! YAY, ME! Now I have it narrowed down to a few but haven't decided which one for sure. So, I thought I'd ask you all your opinions! :)

1:  I love the black and red! Also, the lace details on the bottom.

2: Everyone knows I am obsessed with animal print and this one is just tempting me.

3: I am liking the "under bust" style because of it's versatility. Can be worn with a tank top and bra OR alone behind closed doors.

4: Again with the under-bust. This purple is gorgeous!

5: Another under-bust in the same red and black print!

OR visit CORSET CHICK online and see what other choices they have.

Revolution in Cosmetics: BB Creme and CC Creme

Too busy to fuss with so many beauty products in the morning? Cosmetics companies have been listening! In step a couple products that are increasing in popularity and for good reason. BB Cream and her sister CC Cream are flooding the market and peaking interest while advertising their all-in-one appeal.

So what are they, what do they do and what's the difference?

BB Cream

Short for Beauty balm or Blemish Balm (depending who you ask), BB cream boasts being an all-in-one replacement for multiple beauty products. Though the benefits vary by brand, they can include primer, sunscreen, moisturizer, concealer, and foundation. I don't know about you, but one bottle that covers all five of those sounds pretty good to me! The downside to a BB Cream, though, is that they are usually only available in a limited number of shade variations. For example, one that I love (Garnier Skin Renew BB Cream with SPF 20 for Combination to Oily Skin) is only available in three shades, light/medium, medium/deep, and deep/dark. That doesn't leave much room for customization.

Beauty Box Giveaway reveal 4 and 5

Good morning beautiful ladies! It's time for the beauty box giveaway reveal for products 4 and 5!

First is Olay Age Defying Body Wash

It helps replenish moisture for aging skin.
I know some of us are pretty young around here and might be thinking "I don't need an age defying product." but, it is never too early to start taking care of your skin and moisturization is important!

Gelish Mini Giveaway

If you haven't tried gel nail polish yet, you are missing out! Gel nail polish dries super fast with an LED curing light, lasts weeks and stays shiny and gorgeous so you don't have to spend so much time doing your nails. Gelish just introduced their Under Her Spell collection for Fall. Six new gorgeous colors that are perfect for Autumn complete this collection. I'm No Stranger to love is a dark teal/green that almost looks black when dry. A Touch of Sass is a creamy dark burgundy. Love Me Like a Vamp is a dark purple almost black shade. My nightly Craving is a beautiful pink/rose/lavender/grey color and is my favorite of this collection. Want to Cuddle is described as a smokey taupe but to me it looks more chocolate brown when cured. Last is Lust at First Sight that is a grey/mauve color.

Now's your chance to try it yourself! Enter and you could win.

Starbucks Buy One Get One Free Refreshers Beverage

Amazon Local has a FREE voucher available for BOGO FREE Refreshers beverages at Starbucks. Great deal to end summer! Get them before they're gone!

 

Day 3 Beauty Box Reveal

Happy Friday beauties! Ok, day 3 reveal for Mom Turned Upside Down's Beauty Box Giveaway! This is a product I will be using (again) soon. It's John Frieda Precision Foam Hair Colour. Winner will choose color from the Choices I have available.

I have used this hair color and I love it! Sometimes when using crème hair color on my own hair I tend to miss spots. With this light foam formula, the color penetrates and covers more evenly. I also like that the fragrance isn't as harsh as most other hair colors are.

To enter to win this product, as well as all the other fab items in my beauty box giveaway, click *HERE* and submit your entries in the Rafflecopter. Good luck!

Day 2 Beauty Box Giveaway Product Reveal

Ready for the day 2 product reveal? Of course you are! Here it is!

Lash Blast Volume Mascara by Cover Girl in Very Black.

I usually don't care for mascara with the rubbery, plastic applicator brush but this is one of my favorites!

 

 

I am wearing it in this photo. Normally I have very short, fine lashes but this mascara does wonders for them.

Make sure to go *HERE* to enter for your chance to win this beauty product and many others!

E.L.F. Clearance at Target

Look what I found at Target! If you love ELF cosmetics, check your local Target for the clearance kits. They were only down by 15% here in Queen Creek but I was excited because I wanted to grab a couple mineral eye shadow sets. They also got in lots of new ELF products they didn't carry before.

Day 1 Giveaway Reveal

Ready for day 1 product reveal? Here it is!
ImPRESS Press-on Manicure by Broadway Nails

 

 

 

The perfect, quick manicure solution for busy moms who want pretty nails on a short time frame.

 

You just peel off the backing, stick, and rock gorgeous nails. Broadway ImPRESS nails won't damage your natural nails and can last up to a week (really, one or two days if you use your hands a lot). These are the ones in the prize box in pattern D090 Space Cadet.

 

Missed the entry form?

You can enter the Mom Turned Upside Down Beauty Box giveaway *HERE*

KitchenAid Mixer Giveaway

Enter to win a gorgeous KitchenAid Stand Mixer! I have wanted one of these forever! Now I'm sharing with you all, a chance to win one. http://bit.ly/18MJQfS

Almost Effortless Beauty Tips for Busy Moms

Before kids I could spend a good two hours fussing with my makeup, hair, and picking out just the right clothes for the day. Now, I just don't have that kind on time to invest. Let's face it, having three young boys, I have spent many a day in yoga pants, messy clipped up hair, no makeup or leftover raccoon eyes from the day before. It has taken me a long time to come to the realization that, though my children are very important to me, I need to be important to me as well. I have also discovered that on days I get up and "put myself together", I feel better about myself and I am happier, overall, during the day.

This is probably where you all start to roll your eyes or laugh while spouting out your "yeah rights" or "who has time for that?" The truth is, I was the same way. I soon realized that it doesn't have to take hours to look and feel good and I can do it in only a few minutes. So here are some easy beauty tips and tricks to help you look and feel beautiful with little effort.

GET DRESSED:
            You don't have to be uncomfortable to look stylish!


Choose clothing the night before
To avoid grabbing that go-to pair of yoga pants or comfy sweatpants, I like to choose clothes the night before. This makes it easier because I don't have to stand there in the morning trying to figure out what to put together. I don't make these types of decisions very well early in the morning, anyway. By choosing clothes the night before, it reduces frustration and keeps me from surrendering to those oh-so-easy and comfy yoga pants.

Dark Denim and Leggings
You can do so much with a pair of leggings (read here on what to avoid) or some dark denim jeans!
Dark denim is really versatile and can go from casual to dressed up better than most any other item of clothing. For a casual look, pair your dark denim with a fitted t-shirt and some cute sneakers or sandals. For a more dressy look, pair your jeans with a lacey top and some cute flats or heels (if you are feeling extra bold).

Beauty Box Giveaway

I'm so glad you're here! For that reason, I have a great giveaway starting now. Enter to win a fabulous beauty box with all sorts of fun beauty goodies. The fun part is that I will be revealing the contents one at a time for the duration of the giveaway period. So, get ready, invite your friends and check back as the prizes are revealed! Giveaway ends September 23rd at Midnight Arizona Time.

Check out the items that have already been revealed:

#1: http://www.momtowow.com/2013/09/day-1-giveaway-reveal.html
#2: http://www.momtowow.com/2013/09/day-2-beauty-box-giveaway-product-reveal.html
#3: http://www.momtowow.com/2013/09/day-3-beauty-box-reveal.html
#4 & 5: http://www.momtowow.com/2013/09/beauty-box-giveaway-reveal-4-and-5.html

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Ipsy September Glam Bag Sneak Peek

 

Who's excited for the September Glam Bag from Ipsy!? I am! Cannot wait to get mine. Here is a sneak peek at September's bag. Not an Ipster yet? Never fear, check out my Ipsy post here to learn all about it.

Anyway, on to the sneak peek!

I'm really excited about the bag! This is one of the colors I'm obsessing over right now!

I LOVE getting new eye products to try so I am impatiently awaiting my shiney hot pink bubble envelope this month. :)

Corset Chick Giveaway!

Ok, one way to make a mom look and feel sexy is with a hit corset! Not only are corsets pretty and sexy but they also serve a purpose, to hold everything in and up... right where you want it!

Visit Sparkle Me Pink for a chance to win a gorgeous corset up to $30 from Corset Chick and read her review on the one she chose. I checked out their site and found a few I have my eyes on. ;) Corset Chick has lots of different, fun and pretty corsets. Most even come with matching panties.

I love black and red together and the lace detail is so pretty.

This blue is stunning!

Do I really need to explain why I like this one?

Gorgeous!

If you won, which one would you choose? I'd love to know!

Home Sweet Home Pedicures

Local business Highlight: HOME SWEET HOME PEDICURES: Owned and operated by Trish Bryant

I just got my toes done yesterday and I am seriously in love! For any of you who don't already know, my sister, Trish, does pedicures out of her home. Her salon is called Home Sweet Home Pedicures and she is phenominal! She has an amazing talent and is great with detail. I always take her really fun ideas and she executes them perfectly.

She specializes in gel pedicures (cured with a UV lamp) and they last anywhere from 5-6 weeks without chipping or losing their shine. The following are some different ones she has done for me.

The bottom right are my current toes

If you are local, I highly recommend going to see her. Her prices are the best I have seen with the best quality. Check out Home Sweet Home Pedicures on Facebook

Here's a look at her prices:

In Case You Missed The Memo: Leggings are not "pants"

Okay, so I know this may offend some people but if you are one of them, it is probably because you are guilty of this. Don't get me wrong, if you are a size 0 with a perfect Victoria's Secret model body, you may be able to get away with wearing leggings as pants. Though, I still don't think you should. Leggings can be a nice addition to your wardrobe as long as they are worn in the right way. I'd like to show you WHY you should NOT wear leggings as pants.

Here we have Exhibit A: CELLULITE 

I know cellulite is genetic and a lot of women have it, myself included, but all you do when choosing to leave the house in leggings that leave your entire bottom half exposed is put it ALL on display. Cover it up with a long tunic or a skirt and we may never know you even have any.

Now for Exhibit B: CAMEL TOE

If you don't have an issue with cellulite (I envy you) please don't make other people have to look at all of the contours of your vag. The only people who should be looking at it are your husband, you doctor or your photographer if you are getting paid for it.

And Exhibit C: PANTY LINES or PANTIES or LACK-THERE-OF in some cases

We all know you love your sexy thongs or your comfy granny panties or anything in between but, this one is just as bad, maybe worse, than the "peek-a-boo" thong hanging out the back of your pants (yes, guilty of this one when I was a teenager). You may love your underwear but no other women on the street wanna see them through your "pants".

 So, how do we know if we are, indeed, leaving the house with pants on or not? Here is a little chart to help you decide:

Well then, how should leggings be worn? I personally love leggings! They are a great way to continue wearing skirts and dresses in the colder months while keeping your legs a little bit warmer.

These are great examples of a good way to wear leggings.

Papa John's FREE Pizza

I know I have converted this blog to a different focus but I couldn't pass up letting you all know about this deal. Afterall, sometimes we need a night off from cooking and can use that extra time to relax (hopefully).

Papa John's is kicking off football season with a great deal for Papa Rewards members.* Place a $15 or more order between now and September 15th and receive enough rewards points (25) to get a FREE large pizza on your next order. Even better, There is a promotion for ANY** Large pizza for $8.99 that is good until September 4th!  So, order dinner tonight, get lunch another day. ;) I have done these deals so many times and I love it! In fact, we are going to order tonight.

Use promo code TOUCHDOWN to get your rewards points.

*Papa Rewards is a FREE customer loyalty program through Papajohns.com that allows you to earn points, every time you place an order, toward FREE pizzas.

** "ANY" is considered up to 5 toppings or specialty.

MY RECOMMENDATION: Stay away from the Spinach Alfredo pizzas! They used to be REALLY good and I would recommend them all the time. However, I think they switched sauces and it is way too salty and not good at all, in my opinion. 

What's your favorite type of pizza?

Penny Prints and Buy One, Get Two FREE Photo Books at Snapfish

 

Maybe you need to get some of those snapshots of your kiddos off of memory cards and into print (I know I am so guilty of this) or maybe you want to print photos of your journey from MOM to WOW, Snapfish has an offer available right now for 100 4x6 prints for $1.00!

 

Use code PRINTSEP100 up to 5 times. Offer excludes Deco Prints and ends 9/6.

 

Then get two free photo books when you buy one! I haven't done Snapfish books before but I have done Shutterfly and I love them!

 

Just use code THREEBOOKS through 9/9. Offer excludes Premier Photo Books.

 

Have you ordered from Snapfish before? What was your experience like?