July 2020 Favorites, Finds + Reviews
Between trying out a ton of new brands + products and being introduced to some AMAZING businesses + makers I wanted to round up my favorites from each month! I’ll be sharing the good, bad + ugly & hope this inspires (or warns you) about products to try!
Not Your Mothers Hair Care Products
Overall I really, really love NYM Conditioner! It’s given life to my hair I haven’t had in YEARS. My little curls are coming back and after all the crap I’ve done to my hair I’m both shocked and so, so happy. As for the dry shampoos + texturing sprays I don’t mind the dry shampoo (original w/o fragrance) - it doesn’t irritate my scalp + isn’t terribly white. The texturing spray (Beachy) has a bit of a strange coconut scent and seems to work alright. I’ve never really used texturizing spray because I don’t need it, but Cody has found it comes in handy for his hair when he doesn’t want to use pomade! Overall I’m happy to have tried more NYM and definitely will continue using + trying for the time being!
Mega Babe Thigh Rescue
Alright alright this is the REAL DEAL. I’ve used deodorant, lotion, you name it over the years to help with chaffing (also lovingly referred to as chub rub in our home) and while those kind of work, none were without harsh chemicals. Mega Babe is cruelty free + clean + woman owned (by the one and only Katie Sturino) If you’re looking for something to take on the rest of summer + get back into shorts and skirts, give this a try! You can buy at Ulta, Target, Goop, Antrho and of course, online!
Sodastream
Not gunna lie, when Cody first brought up getting this I was not on board. It felt and sounded like just another one-use appliance type thing that would make our kitchen counters even busier - vom. However, after some research + doing the math on what we were already spending on soda water + pop, it made sense to do the damn thing, especially with our love for craft cocktails growing. After about a month of having (and using it) I absolutely love it and has already made a difference. Skipping the soda aisle at the store is nice + lets me have a little when I want it without needing to buy a whole case or overpriced bottle. We’ve lowered our one-use plastics and are even starting to learn how to make syrups. If you love soda or use it often, this is worth it.
KitchenAide Pasta Roller
Last holidays, one of my clients hosted a holiday party where we actually cooked our dinner from scratch vis a vis a cooking class. Our main dish - pasta - was made by hand + kitchenaid attachment and since then I was hooked. Well, this month we finally found one at decent price on sale and did the damn thing. If you have the kitchenaid and enjoy pasta/cooking this is totally worth it. The fresh pasta - especially with the many shortages - is just that much better. Interested but don’t want to pay full price? Be sure to watch the Q4 sales, especially around Thanksgiving time! This is the other time I’ve seen them going on sale consistently!
Mickey Ears (A Little Magic Mouse Tree House) If you follow along on Instagram then you know how much I ADORE my ears from this sweet shop! I personally have the Stitch + Little Mermaid Ears and have my eye on many of the new releases. They’re beautiful, sturdy and made with so much care, love + Disney magic you can feel it! Be sure to check these out whether you’re getting back to the park or enjoying the magic from home!
Kopari Deodorant For about a year, I’ve been trying different natural deodorants in hopes of finding one that I loved … and didn’t make me have an allergic reaction. Unfortunately, Kopari did still give me a reaction so I can’t say it’s the one. Overall, it was a really lovely coconut scent and did a great job in the first three days (I broke out horribly day 4 + 5, and Cody made me quit Day 6) I’m not sure why I break out so bad with awful rashes from every. single. natural deodorant I try, but alas I do. If you are looking to try though I would still get a mini and see how it goes!
BoxLunch Despite admiring BoxLunch for ages since I came to love Disney hardcore this year, I only just purchased somethings from BoxLunch! So far, I’ve adored everything + have gotten it very quickly plus some great perks + giving back per their lovely meal-providing initiatives. If you’ve got a fandom you love, check out their options! I actually JUST ordered their Brave Loungefly backpack per recommendation of my dear IG friend + fellow Brave lover, Lauren (@disneymagicgalore).
Curology Ok so after using for about two months I can finally really have an opinion one way or another on it! Overall, I think it’s a brilliant idea to pop online, take a quiz + chat with a specialist to get your skin help via mail on a recurring basis. However, a brilliant friend let me know you can actually DIY your script from the Ordinary so moving forward I’ll be trying that! Additionally, this definitely didn’t totally work for me, but, I know with my particular skin maybe it can’t without more help from a facialist or aesthetician. Worth a try, better (and cooler) than Proactive but not the be all end all.
I usually opt for OI products, but, when unable to find them and in a pinch I gave these a go and so far am quite happy! They have very similar values and again, are organic, made without fragrance, polyester, dioxins + pesticides. Additionally, they offer subscription services which allow you to save money + get your products as you need them! On top of tampons, they offer other mensuration products and bladder products as well!
As always, I hope you enjoyed this months favorites + reviews! Have something in mind you want me to try before you shell out the money? Let me know in the comments!
