Category: Beauty

Easy Halloween Smoke Bomb Photo Tips

Karyn Locke
purple smoke bomb pumpkin

If you’re anything like I am, each Halloween you’re seeing more and more pumpkin smoke bomb photos online and social media. So, this year I wanted to create my own Halloween photo shoot and, I think, it turned out beautifully. What’s my secret? It’s a combination of secrets, actually. Here are easy Halloween smoke bomb photo tips so you can have the spooky images of your dreams, too.    Order Colored Smoke Bombs Early. I Mean Early!   I started thinking about a Halloween smoke bomb photo shoot this August.…

7 Easy Ways to Keep Your Hair Healthy when Traveling

Karyn Locke
how to protect your hair when traveling

If you’re concerned about how your hair will behave when you’re on a trip, you’re not alone. It’s taken me plenty of miles on the road to learn what to do with my extra long hair when I’m away from home. From what to pack (or not pack!) to tips for keeping your style in check, here are 7 easy ways to keep your hair healthy when traveling.   This post was sponsored by Gray Away as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are…

CBMe Beauty Review: My Honest Experience

Karyn Locke
CBMe Beauty review full product line

Denise Richards recently launched a new line of skincare, CBMe Beauty. Vegan and cruelty free, the line offers four products for face and neck. Sure, it sounds like an amazing line, but does it live up to the claims? Additionally, is it worth the cost? Here’s my honest CBMe Beauty review including product photos and pricing.    Disclosure: I was graciously given the full product line of CBMe Beauty to test drive. In no way does this sway my opinion or review.    CBMe Beauty: What It’s About In a…

Gray Away Spray Review: Does it Work?

Karyn Locke
Gray Away Spray Review: Does it work?

Have you seen Gray Away Temporary Root Concealer Spray on store shelves and wondered if it really worked? Or maybe you’re looking for a product that temporarily cover pesky gray hairs? Either way, this review covers all the bases. From ease of use to where to find it, here’s the scoop and full review.   This post was sponsored by Gray Away as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. #GrayAway #NoMoreGrayDays #GrayAwayPartner #IC Just in case you don’t know me, I’m…

A Bird’s Eye View of Manhattan with a Unique Wood Watch by JORD

Karyn Locke
Unique Wood Watch by JORD: Hyde Watch at top of the Rock in Manhattan

Mr. Locke’s style has always been impressively classic with cool, modern touches. So, we hit the Big Apple to get a bird’s eye view of the city with his new Jord Hyde wood watch. Here’s why he’s loving it, wears it everyday, why you’re probably pronouncing the name incorrectly – and a giveaway! Disclosure: Jord graciously provided Mr. Locke with a Hyde Ebony & Iron watch in exchange for this post and a giveaway. All opinions are our own! #jordwatch #jordwatches   I’ve known my husband since high school and,…

NEW! Walmart Beauty Favorites Boxes: Swatches and First Impressions

Karyn Locke
Walmart Beauty Favorites Boxes

Have you read about or seen the new Walmart Beauty Favorites Boxes? Each has at least five products and the price is super decent – under $10. Here’s the scoop on two of the new Beauty Favorites Boxes and why you should probably run to your local Walmart while they’re still in stock. I’m an Ipsy subscriber. I’m also the lady that hops onto the Target website on the first of every month to purchase its sample boxes. This morning I went to Walmart to purchase something completely different (have…

4 Fashion Brands You Need to Know for Spring 2018

Karyn Locke
fashion brands you need to know for Spring 2018

From the time I learned about fashion as a little girl, I was hooked. I remember playing dress-up in my mother nightgowns and trying on her fancy heels thinking, “I can’t wait to fit into these!” Fast track to my teen years when I read every fashion magazine I could get my hands on. I instantly feel in love with the latest styles. To this day, I feel like that little girl that couldn’t wait to try out new clothes and beauty products. This spring, I’ve fallen in love with…

How to Prevent Dry Skin Before it Even Begins: Inexpensive Tips

Karyn Locke
coconut oil for soft elbows and knees

If you’re reading this, you’ve either been on a previous battle with dry, winter skin or are one of the lucky ones and have kept it at bay and want to keep it that way. No matter what the intent, the key is learning how to prevent dry skin before it even begins. Take it from this Northern-born gal, you don’t have to spend a fortune to take advantage of these super simple ways to prevent dry skin! Here’s my best tips and hacks for combating itchy, flaky, dry skin.…

My Favorite Way to Change My Hair Color without Commitment

Karyn Locke
Affordable way to color hair extensions

Disclosure:This shop has been compensated by Schwarzkopf. #FashionColorExpert #sponsored When it comes to hair color, I tend to play it safe these days. Sure, I used to love the platinum blonde look and had it for years, but the older I get, the more I like an easy to maintain color. But that doesn’t mean I don’t miss it now and again! It’s then I head for my clip-in extensions in fun, colors to liven up my style and compliment my outfit. It’s my perfect blend of fun style with…

My Favorite Five Minute Updos for Long Hair

Karyn Locke
Super easy and under two minutes to get The Knot - an easy updo.

This shop and tutorial on my favorite five minute updos for long hair has been compensated by Schwarzkopf. #CareWithKeratin #sponsored When it comes to my hair, I generally get the same curious questions. “Do you have hair extensions?” “How did your hair grow so fast?” “What do you use to keep your hair so shiny?” While these are just a few of the beauty questions I get, I think folks are generally very inquisitive as to my hair. That’s a good thing. And, although, these questions are super easy to…