The Best Way To Remove Makeup

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I'll be the first to tell you...I've tried many different makeup remover wipes, oils, and cleansers in my day. I'll even admit that sometimes I just take my makeup off and don't wash my face (gasp!) If I wait too late in the night, I just get too tired which turns my regular nighttime routine into a lazy, half-hearted effort. This is why I've gravitated more towards the wipes because they are easy and convenient. No need for cotton balls or pads, you just pop out a wipe and start scrubbing the makeup away. That being said, the wipes always seem to get the top layer of makeup off but they still leave plenty behind on my skin. Because I don't always wash my face at night, I wanted a more thorough and cost effect way to at least remove all of my makeup. I was also tired of buying makeup wipes every month, so I began searching for something better. 

That's when I stumbled upon Nugilla Makeup Remover Cloths on a Buzzfeed article. To state it simply, these are washcloths for your face. They are microfiber so they are soft and perfect for delicate facial skin. The best part? You only need the cloth and warm water to remove all of your makeup. This takes off my foundation, eyeshadow, mascara, lipstick...everything with just water. I can't tell you how impressed I was the first time I used them!

I get two uses out of each cloth (front and back) and then I throw them in the wash. I found that washing them on a hot cycle gets all the makeup out, so the cloth always looks fresh and new. I love that they can be reused over and over, that's good for my wallet and less wasteful. I've had mine for over 6 months and they are holding up really well. The newest version even has a little loop so you can easily hang it to dry.

I recently gifted some of these to my Mom and MIL for Mother's Day. The first thing they both commented on was how soft they were. My Mom used one the same night and texted me asking where I had gotten them from because she wanted to order more to share with others in our family!

Nugilla Makeup Remover Cloth 5 Pack

They have quickly become an essential in my beauty routine and are worth trying! You can order a pack of 1, 3, or 5. Get yours here.

If you buy these or already have some, I'd love to hear what you think of them! 

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Healthy Smoothie Recipe

Who doesn't love a good smoothie? I started making them a few months ago as a way of getting an extra dose of fruits and vegetables into our diet. In addition to health benefits, making smoothies at home has other great perks.

1. Saves You Money

Purchasing the ingredients might seem like a mini investment but it will save you money in the long run. Many places around Raleigh that offer whole food, healthy smoothies charge upwards of $10 for ONE. That adds up quickly.

2. You Know Exactly What's In It

I was shocked to see how much added sugar (in the form of juice) was in one of my favorite smoothies from a large smoothie chain. When you make your own, you get to control what goes in it. That means no surprises, no iffy ingredients, and no added sugar in a smoothie that already has naturally occurring sugars from fruit.

3. Quick And Easy To Make

From start to finish, it will take you 2 minutes tops. Grab your ingredients, throw them in the blender, and blend. Simple!

My go-to smoothie recipe only has 5 ingredients and can easily be customized to your liking. All you need is baby spinach, frozen pineapple, frozen mixed berries, turmeric, and water. 

Note: Customize the smoothie by picking your favorite frozen fruit. If you don't like spinach, try another leafy green, or add extra fruit. Chia seeds, nut butters, or protein powder would make a great addition. To add more flavor, use milk or another liquid in place of water. 

While we're on the topic of fruits and veggies, I wanted to share the Dirty Dozen list with you. The list, created by EWG, contains the 12 dirtiest produce due to exposure/spraying of pesticides. It is recommended that you purchase organic. Because strawberries and spinach hold the top spots, I always buy them organic. Walmart sells organic spinach for less than $2 so I always add it to my pickup order. You can also find a 2-pound bag of frozen organic mixed berries for less than $9. 

Let me know if you try the smoothie recipe or feel free to share your favorite with me! I'm always on the hunt for new ones to try.

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