A few things (aloha and TGIF, BTW):
1. Running in 85-degree weather with 67% humidity is like hauling your limbs slow-motion through corn chowder.
Wait — now that I think about it, merely existing in humid weather is like that. I am SWEAT-TAY in Hawaii, man.
2. If you’re staying with your in-laws in their one-bedroom condo with one bathroom and your child is a toddler, it’s probably a good idea to lock the bathroom door while you’re in there; otherwise, said child *will* open up that door, and she’ll only do it when your booty is hanging out for all your relations to see. #truth
3. Here are a few beauty products I’ve been using and loving on this trip.
1. Honua Hawaiian Skin Care Aloha Youth Serum
This lightweight skin serum contains a mix of plant oils and extracts that ancient Hawaiians used to protect their skin from the sun and environment, like the noni plant, which contains vitamin C and antioxidants. I’ve been using it for over a month now for brightening and moisture and have definitely noticed an improvement in my skin tone. I didn’t hesitate for a second to include it in my carry-on quart of liquid items. I’m that hooked. A 1-oz. glass bottle with a dropper is $58.
2. Gillette Simply Venus Disposable Razors
I’ve used disposable razors before, and they’re almost always never as good at getting as close to your skin as razors with refillable cartridges are, but this is the exception. The slight curve in the handle easily allows me to maneuver it into all of the nooks and crannies I’d like to de-fuzz, and when I’m done, I’m smoother than smooooove. It’s a drugstore gem! ? $6.99 for a pack of four razors.
3. EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Specture SPF 46
OH, MAN… SO GOOD. This is the best face sunscreen around, hands down. It’s a physical sunscreen, so it’s great for acne-prone and sensitive skin, but it’s levels above the rest of ‘em because it truly is invisible on skin. Absolutely no white cast whatsoever. To top it all off, it’s lightweight and absorbs easily (so you aren’t sitting there for ages rubbing it in), layers well underneath makeup, and it packs plenty of skin-loving punch, with bells and whistles like lactic acid and sodium hyaluronate. $35 for a 1.7-oz. bottle with a pump.
4. Aveeno Baby Sensitive Skin Continuous Protection SPF 50 Sunscreen Stick
Because it’s a solid, there’s no danger of spilling, and because it’s compact, I can haul it around with me easily, along with the rest of the crap toddlers need in my “mom purse” (you know, the purse with a sh*t-ton of pockets and a leash for your keys). I can quickly run the smooth stick across Connor’s skin with minimal protesting, and I also use this as a touch-up sunscreen throughout the day.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
FaeFrau says
Girl, I am freezing this time of year!!
Suzanne C says
Bump that up to 95 degrees with 87% humidity and you’d be living my life 6 months out of the year. #floridalife #whydoilivehere
This is a particularly gorgeous edition of product spotlight- love the pics! Hope you’re having all the fun and coming home refreshed.
Linda says
HaHa Suzanne C – I’m with you there. Loving these cooler nights right now!
Karen, Enjoy your trip. I’ve only been to Hawaii, 2X and I loved it both times! Such wonderful weather, always a lovely breeze.
Kim says
That cracked me up, Suzanne! We live in the Northeast so tons of folks we know winter in FL. It would not be for me. Way too hot and humid. 🙂
Divina says
The Elta MD Clear is less than $30 at Dermatore if you subscribe and also Dermstore is on Rakuten/Ebates so you get cash back. ? Have fun in paradise!
Kim says
Preach, Divina! My friends tell me that I promote Rakuten/Ebates like I’m in a cult. But, it’s free money. How can people not get behind that? 🙂
Divina says
Exactly, Kim! It’s always nice to get those small yet mighty Big Fat Checks! Once I got $30 off a $75 product through Rakuten! I also use it for work purchases because why not?! Merry Christmas!
Lorraine says
Karen!
I am loving your photos of the trip! Hawaii is totally different for those of us with relatives there. My kids are always talking about wanting the “tourist” experience when they go- as in hotels, luaus, the works. But it is more local life, visiting the aunties, running errands with their grandparents etc. Has your baby seen any of the unusual wildlife there? The roaming turkeys, the mongoose, the sea turtles? I hope she’s having big adventures, making fun family memories.
Anne says
I would change places with you immediately – it is very dry and very cold here in Germany right now.