Saturday, March 30, 2024

The Beauty Spotlight Team Easter Weekend Roundup

Seeking the perfect fragrances for spring? Lola's Secret Beauty Blog waxes poetic about the beauty of LAVANILA The Healthy Fragrance in Pure Vanilla and also in Vanilla Sugarcane. They are uplifting gorgeous scents that are a treat to the senses.

Do you think women of a certain age should no longer wear leggings? Actually, age doesn’t matter. Angie from Your True Self Blog has style tips that will make you look classy in leggings.

City Beauty is having a $35 Sale on a new skincare product launch as well as on about 10 selected products including Allison from Never Say Die Beauty’s favorites: Lid-Lifting Treatment, MicroBiome Mask, City Lips & Lash Bundle and more! Now through March 31.

Barbie's Beauty Bits unlocks the benefits of lavender water. Discover how it rebalances and hydrates skin, removes makeup and dirt, and primes it for other skincare products, unveiling a radiant glow.

Friday, March 29, 2024

Empties Galore for March 2024

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I managed to use up 11 full-size products in March 2024, and I am quite pleased by this since I was traveling for work so much of the month! I enjoyed everything that I used, and I would happily use these products again. Here is what I finished in March 2024:
PurelifeBiotics Burst of Brilliance Luxury Shower Steamers in Tangerine, Orange and Tea Tree ($20.00-$30.00 from PurelifeBiotics and Macy's): is a delectable and pleasant way in which to enhance your shower experience. The lovely citrus aroma, with a touch of tea tree and menthol, is such a beautifully aromatic way in which to start or end the day. I absolutely love using these, they really take my shower to the next level. Purchase Again? Without question!

Spongellé For the Two of Us | Sugar Dahlia Heart Buffer ($14.00 from Spongellé): This delightful body buffer makes skin look and feel incredible, and the scent is heavenly. Fragrance Notes: Top: Citrus Nuances, Solar Accord; Middle: Midnight Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Freesia, Muguet, Neroli; Base: Musk. "Send a love letter with Spongelle’s For The Two Of Us Heart Buffer in Sugar Dahlia. Perfect for travel, these heart-shaped body wash infused buffers will cleanse, exfoliate, massage and love your skin." Purchase Again? I have another one waiting in the wings!

Spongellé Bulgarian Rose Body Lotion ($22.00 for 11 oz. from Spongellé): is a gorgeous emollient lotion that deeply nourishes and moisturizes the skin, and the aroma is an absolute delight to the senses. Purchase Again? YES! I haven't loved a lotion this much in a really long time!

MyKirei by Kao Paw Print Foam Hand Wash ($18.00 for 8.5 oz. from MyKirei and their Amazon Store): This paw print is something your kids are going to absolutely love, and it will make them want to wash their hands frequently! It has a fresh and uplifting citrus fragrance from the Yuzu fruit, and it is a dense and creamy foam that feels wonderful against the skin. Purchase Again? I just opened another one of their amazing hand soaps! They make handwashing fun for kids of all ages!

Ethique Luxurious Face Cleansing Trio Discovery Pack ($12.99 from Ethique and their Amazon Store): from the sustainable and cruelty-free New Zealand brand Ethique, features two gentle soap-free face cleansers and an exfoliating face scrub. All three products are gentle and non-stripping on the skin, and they leave it soft, smooth and supple. The Bliss Bar is unscented, the Deep Green Bar has a light orange aroma and the Gingersnap Face Scrub smells of ginger and spice. All three are a pleasure to use, and Ethique's sustainability practices makes this a brand worth supporting. Purchase Again? Eventually, yes, but I have a lot of facial cleansers to use up first.

Pai Skincare Sea Aster & Wild Oat Instant Calm Redness Serum ($79.00 for oz. from Credo Beauty, Dermstore and Bloomingdale's): This serum has the texture of a lovely light and emollient water-based lotion, and it is formulated to calm and soothe skin and to reduce redness and irritation. Furthermore, it nourishes and hydrates, pampers sensitive skin without any irritation and it leaves it comfortable, soft, supple and luminous. It has a very very light herbal aroma, but it is so faint that it isn't detectable on the skin. Purchase Again? I would definitely use this again, but I don't need another serum right now because I am swimming in them!

Erno Laszlo AHA Resurfacing Sleep Serum ($115.00 for 1 oz. from Nordstrom): I am a big fan of overnight exfoliators that do the work while you sleep. This sleep serum uses a mixture of Lactic, Glycolic and Citric acids to exfoliate dead skin cells, and reveal smooth, refreshed and luminous skin in the morning. One of the remarkable features about this serum is that it is actually quite gentle on the skin, and I haven't experienced visible peeling, redness or any irritation. It boasts an antioxidant-rich formula that includes ingredients such as Goji Berry and Plum Extracts that help to protect skin from free-radicals, and they also hydrate the skin. The serum, itself, is lightweight, non-greasy and fast absorbing, and it leaves behind no residue. After several weeks of use, I have noted that my skin is soft, smooth, supple and brightened. Fine lines are softened, skin is more luminous and it looks thoroughly refreshed. As with any exfoliating product, you need to make sure to be vigilant in your use of a high SPF sunscreen to protect your exfoliated skin. Purchase Again? I am giving it serious consideration because this is a very effective serum!
Archipelago Botanicals Jar Candle in Hope ($32.50 from Archipelago Botanicals): is the embodiment of Christmas! It is such a thing of beauty, and the blend of Holiday Pine, Bayberry and Clove smells like a Christmas tree and a warm and cozy home. The aroma is green and aromatic with a hint of spice, and the scent fills the room in the most glorious way. Housed in a keepsake glass jar, this ultra-luxe candle is a great gift idea for people on your holiday list, but you may also want one to use since it will fill your home with warmth and holiday spirit. Purchase Again? This was a holiday candle, and it is no longer available, but I have several of their candles and absolutely LOVE them!

Celestial Silk Sleep Mist with Lavender & Chamomile (Currently $7.99- $8.99 regularly $17.99 for 4 oz. from Celestial Silk and their Amazon Store): is a cruelty-free bed linen spray with a delectable lavender and chamomile aroma. It has a calming effect on the senses and the busy mind, and it is a bit like an aromatic lullaby. I mist it over my bedding and close my eyes and breathe deeply, and it is grounding, comforting and calming. It definitely helps me fall asleep faster, and gives me a pronounced sense of wellbeing. Purchase Again? Oh yes, this is so pleasant right before bedtime!
Bootleg Bath Hydrating Shampoo Bar ($16.95 for 2.2 oz. from Bootleg Bath and their Amazon Store): is such a delight to senses, and the grapefruit and bergamot aroma really lifts the spirits. This cruelty-free shampoo bar is formulated for dry hair in need of some hydration, and it works quite well. It forms a very creamy lather that releases its delectable citrus aroma, and it leaves hair soft, smooth, manageable and hydrated. Additionally, while it thoroughly cleans the hair, it neither leaves hair stripped, nor greasy. This eco-friendly soap is a winner, and it means fewer shampoo bottles end up in the recycle bin, or worse yet in the landfill. Purchase Again? I would definitely use this bar again, but I have far too many open bottles of shampoo waiting to be used, and I also have a few that I haven't even opened yet!
Lancôme Le Stylo Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner ($28.00 for 0.01 oz. fromLancôme and Neiman Marcus): in Bronze Riche, which has been reformulated, is a very long-wearing waterproof and transfer-proof formula that never tugs or pulls the skin, and it lasts all day on me without any smearing or fading. There is a smudger sponge on one end of the pencil that works beautifully in its ability to soften the line or enhance a smoky eye. I like to use it quickly because I have found that once the liner sets it really doesn't budge. The fine point offers precision foolproof application, and the creamy formula is very easy to work with. The gorgeous colors are exceedingly flattering, and can be built up to maximum opacity with a few passes. Purchase Again? Yes, this is a gorgeous eyeliner!
Overall Assessment: I hope that I can finish up a few more open products next month, but we will have to wait and see! What did you finish up, toss out, give away or return in March? Any spectacular products to report? Any complete duds?

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

CHANEL LE VOLUME DE CHANEL Mascara 10 Noir Review

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CHANEL LE VOLUME DE CHANEL Mascara is yet another amazing CHANEL gift from my sister, and as someone who rarely wears mascara, it isn't often that I wax poetic about them, but this is one seriously lovely mascara! It makes my lashes full and voluminous without looking overdone, and it offers rich and deep color. I am able to separate my lashes because the brush bristles are able to separate lashes without unsightly clumping. Furthermore, this mascara doesn't flake, smudge or transfer on me. It stays put until I remove it at the end of the day.
According to Chanel,

This innovative high-precision mascara achieves instant volume and intense color in a single stroke for longer, thicker-looking lashes.

Natural waxes deliver volume, while rapid-drying acacia gum sets and intensifies the curl. Film-forming agents preserve suppleness and help build volume evenly. A CHANEL-exclusive brush combines long and short bristles for an extreme eye-opening effect.

Directions from Chanel: Coat lashes from roots to tips. Prep with LA BASE MASCARA Volume and Care Lash Primer for best results. To remove eye makeup—including longwearing and waterproof formulas—use DÉMAQUILLANT YEUX INTENSE Gentle Bi-Phase Eye Makeup Remover.

Ingredients: Aqua (Water) | Cera Alba (Beeswax) | Synthetic Wax | Acacia Senegal Gum | Palmitic Acid | Glyceryl Stearate | Stearic Acid | Butylene Glycol | Cera Carnauba (Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax) | Polybutene | VP/Eicosene Copolymer | Aminomethyl Propanediol | Hydroxyethylcellulose | Potassium Sorbate | Chlorphenesin | Caprylyl Glycol | Ethylhexylglycerin | Ascorbyl Palmitate | Tocopherol | [+ / - (May Contain) | CI 75470 (Carmine) | CI 77000 (Aluminum Powder) | CI 77007 (Ultramarines) | CI 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride) | CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens) | CI 77491, | CI 77492, | CI 77499 (Iron Oxides) | CI 77510 (Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide) | CI 77510 (Ferric Ferrocyanide) | CI 77742 (Manganese Violet) | CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide) | Mica] | Il54A-I.

Overall Assessment: For a person who often skips mascara, this is one that I reach for all of the time.

$40.00 for 0.21 oz. from Chanel, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Macy's and Ulta  (Affiliate Links). Gift. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long Lasting Eyeliner in Noir Intense 88

 
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Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long Lasting Eyeliner in Noir Intense 88 is a very long-wearing waterproof and smudge-proof eyeliner that is able to create definition and crisp lines. The texture is creamy enough not to tug on the delicate eye area, and yet firm enough not to smudge and transfer. Years ago I wore this eyeliner in Espresso every single day, and had forgotten all about it until my sister gave me a Chanel makeup bag filled with all sorts of Chanel goodies for my birthday. The second that I applied this eyeliner in Noir Intense 88, I remembered precisely why I wore this eyeliner in Espresso for so long. Noir Intense isn't such a stark black that it is too severe for daily use, and it frames my hazel eyes so beautifully that I am thoroughly in love with this eyeliner. Thanks to my very generous and thoughtful sister, I now can enjoy this lovely eyeliner again.
According to Chanel,

Resistant to water, humidity and oil, this versatile liner and khôl pencil defines eyes with an effortless twist of the wrist, thanks to a retractable tip. The waterproof and smudge-proof formula features a soft, comfortable texture that glides on smoothly for an even line. A detachable sharpener ensures ultra-precise application.

Directions: Apply staying close to the base of lashes. Blend with fingertips to intensify your look.
Ingredients: Dimethicone, Synthetic Wax, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Lauroyl Lysine, Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Octyldodecanol, Cera Carnauba (Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax), C30-45 Alkyl Dimethiconemagnesium/Potassium/Silicon/Fluoride/Hydroxide/Oxide, Kaolin,Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tin Oxide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Silica [+ / - (May Contain): CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), CI75470 (Carmine), CI 77000 (Aluminum Powder), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride), CI 77266 (Black 2) (Nano), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), CI 77400 (Bronze Powder), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (Iron Oxides), CI 77510 (Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide), CI 77510 (Ferric Ferrocyanide), CI 77742 (Manganese Violet), CI77891 (Titanium Dioxide), Mica, Il49A-I.
Overall Assessment: TRUE LOVE!

$35.00 for 0.01 oz. from Chanel, Nordstrom, Ulta, Bloomingdale's, Macy's and Harrods (Affiliate Links) All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

HH Science Pre-Cleansing Oil Infused with Pre+Probiotics

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HH Science Pre-Cleansing Oil Infused with Pre+Probiotics is a very effective oil that removes makeup, dirt, sunscreen and sweat gently. Simply massage the oil into dry skin and then add warm water to your hands to release the lightly lathering emulsion. It has a light and pleasant citrus aroma, but it is neither irritating, nor long-lasting. Once you rinse your skin, you will note how soft and hydrated your skin will feel. If you prefer to double cleanse, as I do, then you will want to follow with your preferred cleanser.

According to HH Science,

Our breakthrough Pre-Cleansing Oil is the ultimate skincare prep step for a radiant and healthy complexion. This formula harnesses the power of natural ingredients, including Meadowfoam Seed Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, and Rice Bran Extract, to gently remove water-resistant sunscreen and makeup, ensuring a pristine canvas for your skincare routine. It also promotes a balanced skin microbiome, guarding against unwanted imbalances that can affect skin health, and is free from harsh chemicals. Use to effectively cleanse and reveal the radiant, healthy skin you deserve.

Features:

  • Removes makeup, water-resistant sunscreen, sweat, and other debris
  • Prepares the skin for proper cleansing
  • Hydrates and nourishes the skin
  • Protects the skin’s barrier function
  • Preserves the microbiota of healthy skin

Directions: Apply several pumps to dry hands and gently massage onto a dry face in circular motions. Wet hands and continue massaging to create a light, lathering emulsion. Continue to massage into the skin to dissolve makeup and debris. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.

Ingredients: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG 40 Sorbitan Peroleate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Meadowfoam (Limnanthes Alba) Seed Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Bacillus Ferment, Rice(Oryza Sativa) Bran Extract, Jojoba (Simmondsia Chinensis) Seed Oil, Orange (Citrus Aurantium Dulcis) Peel Oil, Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus) Extract, Sweet Almond (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis) Oil, Oat (Avena Sativa) Kernel Oil, Grapefruit (Citrus Grandis) Peel Oil, Rosemary (Rosmarinus O cinalis) Leaf Extract, Ginger (Zingiber O cinale) Root Oil, Lime (Citrus Aurantifolia) Oil, Bergamot (Citrus Aurantium Bergamia) Fruit Oil, Clary (Salvia Sclarea) Extract, Peppermint (Mentha Piperita) Oil, Galanga (Kaempferia Galanga) Root Extract, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Tocopherol.

Overall Assessment: I am a big fan of double cleansing, and having been doing it for many years now, and the HH Science Pre-Cleansing Oil Infused with Pre+Probiotics is a wonderfully pleasant and effective first step! 

$48.00 for 4 oz. from HH Science (Unaffiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Monday, March 25, 2024

Boxwalla Subscriber Only Sale 22% Off Sitewide

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Boxwalla Subscriber Only Sale 22%Off Sitewide! Discount should automatically apply, but if it doesn't then Use Code: happysubscriber 

According to Boxwalla,

We are eternally grateful to all of our subscribers, old and new, who continue to support us to showcase the absolute best artisanal, effective, luxury skincare on the planet! And we will be showing our gratefulness with some subscribe only goodness!

Starting with a 22% off sale this week, just for subscribers! The coupon will automatically apply for existing subscribers, but if it doesn't, please use the code 'happysubscriber'. This will only work if you are an active subscriber who hasn't canceled their subscription.

If you are not yet a subscriber, you can avail of this offer once you subscribe (it might take a couple of hours for the system to reflect your subscriber discount).

New Gift with Purchase (Picture shown above):

In March and April (while supplies last), when you purchase the 1 year prepaid subscription, you will receive this gorgeous African Botanics box (valued at $270) with your first box. I cannot think of a better Mother's Day gift!

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Sunday, March 24, 2024

Open Nature Hand Soap in Ginger & Mandarin

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The other day we purchased an incredible hand soap from the grocery store that is worthy of mention. Open Nature Hand Soap in Ginger & Mandarin is a cruelty-free delectably scented soap that forms a satisfying lather, and it neither strips, nor dries out the skin. Instead, skin is left soft, smooth and lightly hydrated. I had never heard of this brand before, and just gave it a try, and what a great discovery it was! I found it online via Instacart, and that is likely how I will continue to buy it, if I can't find it at the store again. This is definitely a repeat purchase for me!

According to Open Nature,

At Open Nature, we believe products should be simple - quality products that are carefully crafted to be gentle on your skin. Our Open Nature hand soap is made without artificial colors, parabens, phthalates, phosphates. We do not test on animals. It's that simple.

Ingredients: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Alkylpolyglucoside, Glycerin, Coco Betaine, Citric Acid, Fragrance, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Aloe Vera Extract, Potasssium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.

Overall Assessment: Such a wonderful discovery! I highly recommend buying a bottle if you see it at the store!

$4.09 for 12 oz. from Instacart (Affiliate Links). Purchased. All Views expressed are categorically my own.

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Saturday, March 23, 2024

The Beauty Spotlight Team Springtime Roundup

It’s never too early for Allison from Never Say Die Beauty to start thinking about summer and the beach. She’s been trying out Sun Bum Face Mist SPF 45 to see if that will help solve the how to reapply sunscreen over makeup dilemma.

Angie from Your True Self Blog made a checklist of what is needed to make your wardrobe complete in Spring and Summer. You can use this for shopping to fill in the gaps, and then you can make more outfits out of what you have.

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog is pleased to announce that the Boxwalla February Box featuring Lacueor Beauty will be available for one-time purchases on March 28, but we also have a sneak peek at the Boxwalla April Box featuring Twelve Beauty. It really doesn't get better than this!

Looking for an easy way to switch up your hairstyle this spring? Look no further than Barbie's Beauty Bits feature about how to make clip-in hair extensions.

Friday, March 22, 2024

Thursday, March 21, 2024

My Favorite LAVANILA Fragrances for Spring

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I have been wearing LAVANILA The Healthy Fragrance for many, many years now, and I always have a couple of bottles open. I use them all of the time, and just love the extent to which they are healthy and that they smell delectable. My two favorites for this time of year are LAVANILA The Healthy Fragrance in Pure Vanilla and LAVANILA The Healthy Fragrance in Vanilla Sugarcane (in that order). Given that today, March 21, is National Fragrance Day– I thought that it was the perfect day to share two of my favorite fragrances!

LAVANILA The Healthy Fragrance in Pure Vanilla is a delectable warm and creamy fragrance that is comforting, calming and cozy. It is actually an irresistible aroma that fosters a sense of wellbeing, and it adds such warmth to the spring, but it is perfect all year long.

Therefore, if you are among the many people who loves vanilla-based perfumes, but who is seeking a more natural fragrance– then LAVANILA The Healthy Fragrance Pure Vanilla is a treat to the senses. Where traditional commercial fragrances are loaded with phthalates and harsher chemicals, LAVANILA makes theirs with all-natural and organic ingredients that are completely free of all harsh chemicals. Instead, they infuse organic sugar cane alcohol with a whole host of essential oils and botanicals, and the end result is delectably scented fragrances that are healthy and safe.

Pure Vanilla, which is described as a blend of pure Madagascar Vanilla, sheer Freesia and creamy Tonka Bean, is a warm and sheer floral and vanilla fusion that sits close to the skin without being in the least bit overpowering. It is neither too sweet, nor is it too floral, but instead it has all of the richness of vanilla without smelling like dessert.

According to LAVANILA,

The perfect vanilla, this sexy blend of pure Madagascar vanilla, sheer freesia, and creamy tonka bean is seductive and magnetic. A grown up expression of vanilla, this fragrance is more vanilla bean than vanilla cookie.

LAVANILA’S collection of all-natural fragrances is luxurious and addictive. Each fragrance starts with a warm base of Madagascar vanilla and layers on a unique blend of pure essential oils for an exquisite expression of nature that capture a mood, a memory or a moment in time. Hailed as the World’s First Healthy Fragrance, organic sugar cane alcohol is infused with skin saving antioxidants for a modern twist on the classic art of perfumery.

Ingredients
: Alcohol Denat. (from Organic Sugar Cane), Botanical Fragrance Blend, Deionized Water, Lycium Barbarum (Goji) Powder, Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium (Canadian Willowherb) Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive Leaf) Extract, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Chrysanthellum Indicum (Chamomile) Extract, Oat Amino Acids, Glycerin (Vegetable), Vanilla Planifolia.

LAVANILA The Healthy Fragrance in Vanilla Sugarcane is a mouthwateringly delicious fragrance! This The warm and creamy vanilla is brightened and spices up by the mandarine and the sugarcane adds a sweetness that is neither overpowering, nor too sweet. This is a really lovely fragrance with some depth, and it is perfect for the spring.

According to LAVANILA.

Sweet Softness. Sparkling sugarcane mingles with vanilla flower, bright mandarin and creamy Madagascar vanilla for a subtle sweetness that’s warm and inviting.

Ingredients: Alcohol denat. (from Organic sugar cane), Botanical fragrance blend, Deionized water, Lycium barbarum (Goji) powder, Terminalia ferdinandiana (Kakadu plum) fruit extract, Epilobium angustifolium (Canadian willowherb) extract, Olea europaea (Olive leaf) extract, Alteromonas ferment extract, Chrysanthellum indicum (Chamomile) extract, Oat amino acids, Glycerin (Vegetable), Vanilla planifolia.
Their boxes are attractive and sturdy, and therefore perfect for gifting.
Overall Assessment: I am such a fan of LAVANILA, and their fragrances rank among my favorites.

$72.00 for 3.4 oz. and $48.00 for 1.7 oz. from LAVANILA and AmazonPress Sample (Affiliate Links). All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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