As for the weekend forward, I’m hoping we’ll all be wholesome sufficient to benefit from it. Now we have a 4-hour fishing journey on the lake scheduled for Sunday with a neighborhood fishing information (a birthday current we obtained for Ryan) and actually hope we’re all feeling as much as it, because it’s one thing we’ve been trying ahead to for the previous month!
Issues I’m Loving Friday #574
This popped up as a finest vendor once I was combing by my October analytics and I noticed that whereas I discussed it as soon as on Instagram, I by no means shared it right here! Since its on sale I figured now was a good time to provide it a shout out.
As a few of you could know, our boys’ screentime is proscribed to our weekend film nights however often we’ll make exceptions. I purchased this super-affordable retro handheld online game off Amazon for Chase as a shock for his birthday throughout our Alaska household trip. It was value its weight in gold when our journey to Alaska ended up being fairly a headache. The video games are easy (and choosy dad or mum permitted!) and all 3 of our boys suppose they’re tremendous enjoyable! Price mentioning: Our youngsters don’t play many different video video games so maintain that in thoughts in case your children are massive players as a result of they won’t suppose it’s as cool! For these with minimal online game publicity, it’s incredible!
How have I not shared this clear magnificence serum with you guys but!?! I actually need to do a full breakdown put up with my up to date skincare routine however till then I’ll simply share some highlights as they pop in my head (aka once I reorder one thing and it involves the forefront of my thoughts). Biossance Squalane + Copper Peptide Plumping Serum is one in all my skincare staples. I swear my pores and skin craves it, soaks it proper up and exhales a sigh of aid once I apply it each morning and night.
It’s a kind of skincare gadgets you apply for the long-term advantages (decreasing positive traces and wrinkles — the earlier than and afters of this are loopy! — lack of elasticity, dullness, and so forth.) but it surely has the MAJOR added good thing about immediately making your pores and skin seem plump (massive hooray from these of us slowly shedding collagen in our face), brighter and younger. It’s light-weight, hydrating with out being too thick or greasy and works immediately and extra time.
Be aware: This one is included within the Sephora sale if you happen to’re a Sephora Insider (aka you simply register your e mail on their website) with the code EVERYTHING.
I fell onerous for Madeline Strikes’ exercises throughout the 5-week Tighter Collectively problem I did by the Strikes app final month… a lot in order that I ended up subscribing to the Strikes app for one yr after the problem was over. The programming is extremely nicely achieved and incorporates so most of the issues I do know I would like for a well-rounded health routine however am more likely to skip when left to my very own units (ahem, stability and mobility, specifically). I totally respect the immense worth this app supplies at an inexpensive value level and it’s so clear a lot data and experience is poured into the exercises by the Strikes app crew.
They’re having their last sale of the yr (it ends at present although!) and it’s $15/month or $150/yr for entry to the entire exercises inside the app. I’m primarily following the Weekly Strikes exercises proper now and LOVE THEM. I simply needed to share this sale right here as a result of these exercises are exercises I totally consider are so extremely helpful for total health, longevity, damage prevention and LIFE.
Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree is one in all our household’s all-time favourite Christmas books. It’s the cutest story a couple of massive Christmas tree that’s too tall to suit into the home of fancy-schmancy Mr. Willowby. He chops off the highest, setting off a spiral of further tree trimmings from numerous individuals and animals who all find yourself with slightly piece of Mr. Willowby’s tree of their properties. The rhyming is lovable, the illustations are whimsical and our entire household loves this candy story.
And now there’s a sequel!!!! A long time after the primary Mr. Willowby guide was printed, the unique writer’s son found sketches and a manuscript for a sequel in an overstuffed file cupboard years after his father handed away. Is that not loopy!? Now his father’s work has been printed and the second Mr. Willowby guide, Mr. Willowby’s Head Over Heels Christmas, simply got here out. I ordered a replica so quick and am so comfortable to share it’s completely lovable and full of the identical inventive, catchy rhymes and old school, playful illustrations.
Okay magnificence lovers! It’s Sephora’s massive sale with financial savings as much as 30% with code EVERYTHING. I simply wished to share a couple of call-outs since a few of my favourite magnificence finds are included within the sale. The largest financial savings are on gadgets from the Sephora assortment so I’ll spotlight these first, as they’re 30% off.
Sephora Assortment Gadgets (30% off)
Sephora Moisturizing Lip Balm: The right pop of pink in a fruity watermelon taste. Bonne Bell walked so this lip balm might run!
Sephora Completely Juicy Lip Tint: My lips are principally flesh-colored so I’m all about long-lasting lip tints and this one is a slam dunk by way of lip coloration that lasts and lasts. It’s among the best lip merchandise I’ve tried shortly as a result of it’s extremely pigmented (with out being overwhelming), doesn’t feather into the traces round my lips, and doesn’t dry out my lips in any respect the best way many lip tints appear to do. It applies extra like a gloss than a stain and in some way makes my lips look slightly fuller, too, which isn’t straightforward to do with nearly non-existent lips like mine. My one criticism is that the lip stain has a perfume-like perfume if you first apply it however fortunately that disappears as soon as its utilized.
Further Sephora Favorites On Sale
ROZ Root Elevate Volumizing Spray:
I apply this on my damp roots after washing my hair proper earlier than blow drying. My super-fine lifeless hair wants all the assistance it could get and has no enterprise trying as voluminous and fluffy because it does after I take advantage of this spray… and that is additionally with none stiff/stickiness! It’s one in all my “prompt re-orders” at any time when I run out.
Tower 28 Sunny Days Tinted Sunscreen:
I’m on my 4th bottle of this clear magnificence discover. I put on it in lieu of basis for SPF 30 solar safety with slightly little bit of coloration that feels mild but in addition makes my pores and skin look extra even and my face look brighter and extra awake. (I take advantage of the shade 20 Mulholland.) For my fitness center associates, I name this the right daytime fitness center make-up as a result of it’s simply sufficient and probably not too makeup-y in any respect however nonetheless provides you your day by day solar safety.
Refy Blur and Hydrate Face Primer:
Consider this like a primer + face plumper in a single! It noticeably brightens my pores and skin and supplies hydration whereas doubling as a make-up primer. Plus, the applicator is oddly cooling and feels good on the pores and skin. A random perk! I additionally love the lip gloss with hyaluronic acid by this similar model.
Hanni Splash Salve:
I’ve talked about my love for Hanni merchandise a couple of occasions on this area and actually adore them. The Splash Salve is my all-time favourite for making use of within the bathe for additional pores and skin hydration (I’ll usually skip post-shower lotion all-together once I use it as a result of it’s so moisturizing). It really works extremely nicely and smells like a dream.
Paula’s Selection EXFOLIATE Toner:
I’ll by no means cease recommending these items! It’s been a skincare staple of mine for two+ years after my good friend’s super-hot aesthetician cousin mentioned it’s an extremely necessary skincare should. I take advantage of it 2-3x per week (one bottle simply lasts me a whole yr) and it’s large for preserving my pores and skin clear and night out my pores and skin tone.
Laura Mercier Translucent Setting Powder:
Once I wish to actually carry the warmth and guarantee my make-up will final, there’s no beating this setting powder. I additionally use it if I really feel like my pores and skin appears slightly too greasy as a result of it’s the BEST at taking away greasy-looking shine. It’s a translucent setting powder that units make-up and helps it final for hours and hours.
Listed here are your high 10 favorites from October 2025!
High 10 Weblog Posts
High 10 Favorites
- Ruti On the Free Work Pants (As somebody who was searching for barely extra elevated pants to put on in lieu of leggings/joggers, these have been value each penny and might be dressed up or down. They’re additionally loopy flattering!!)
- No Make-up Make-up (I couldn’t love this make-up extra if I attempted. It’s SO natural-looking, light-weight and simple to use. 10/10 make-up discover!!!!)
- Goal Simple Barrel Denims (The match on these is so good. I’ve the sunshine wash and the black and have been reaching for them on repeat. I’m a 4 within the black and a 6 within the mild wash, as I really feel like the sunshine wash runs barely smaller.)
- Amazon Lengthy Cardigan (The cardigan I’ve had and cherished for years and elegance so many alternative methods. It’s simply as cute with denims and a tee as it’s with sweats and comfy boots.)
- Goal Christmas Tree Lights Magic Wand (This one is consistently bought out however if you happen to arrange a notification, they restock it pretty frequently so don’t lose hope!)
- Goal Vacation Juice Glasses (I used to be solely capable of get these by ordering them for in-store pickup! They’re lovable and look a lot just like the Anthro ones however for under $7.99!)
- Tejari Vanilla Matcha Protein Powder (The protein powder I take advantage of to make my day by day match lattes)
- Retro Amazon Video Recreation (the one I discussed above!)
- Dwelling Proof Dry Shampoo (The one I’ve used for years and the one cause this greasy hair can go 4-5 days between washes.)
- Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass Meals Storage Containers (The glass containers I’ve used to retailer our meals for years. Zero smelly fridge smells as a result of they’re actually air tight!)
QUESTION OF THE DAY
What’s one factor you’re loving this week?
