Posts

Showing posts from March, 2016

My Skin Care Routine for Combination Skin using Paula's Choice!

Image
disclosure: This post is in partnership with Pretty in my Pocket & Paulas Choice. However, all opinions are my own. We keep it real here at BentleyBlonde :)  After having our first child in October, I started noticing more breakouts and fine lines than ever before, and decided it was time for a total skincare overhaul. When I was approached by Pretty in My Pocket  and Paula's Choice  to try out their skincare, I jumped at the opportunity! I've used a few of Paula's products in the past and have always been impressed. My skin is the true definition of combination, oily in the t-zone and dry everywhere else. I also struggle with occasional acne breakouts, fine lines, and dark spots. Really the whole sha-bang wouldn't you say?! ;)  I had a brief skincare consultation over the phone, and was recommended the Paula's Choice Resist Anti-Aging Advanced Kit for Wrinkles & Breakouts , appropriate for normal to oily skin types. My consultant explained to

Whats in My Diaper Bag? JJ Cole Freeman Bag

Image
I would liken my pre-baby handbag to a sack of magic tricks. You never knew what would come out of that thing next.. lipstick, hair ties, tums, a rubber chicken. Ok, the chicken might be a bit of an exaggeration, but seriously I carried a ton of stuff! ;) After having our son Colton, I took my magic trickery one step further. I started carrying TWO bags; a small diaper bag for him, and my regular handbag. Needless to say, this method didn't last longer than four months. Carrying two heavy bags and a baby was not only nearly impossible, but completely impractical.  This momma needed to downsize and organize ASAP. It was then that I discovered the JJ Cole Freeman in Black & Cream. A diaper bag that didnt just scream "Hey I'm a mom!" It was stylish enough to work as my everyday handbag and roomy enough to house all of baby and I's necessities.  I love that the exterior style and color is versatile enough to go with almost any outfit.  It has 10 tot