2020 may have been a wild one! But I am going to share some of my favorite things and products that I have gotten and love! Some things I may have gotten at the end of 2019, but did not really use much, and some I have gotten at the end of 2020. So just for a bit of reference.
I love my 40 oz Wide Mouth Hydroflask in Lilac (I do not think they make the lilac color anymore) with the straw lid on top. This thing goes everywhere with me. It keeps my water cold and holds a lot of water. I am a big water drinker who likes their water cold. So this is a great one! There are many cheaper options just like it available. I have tried a knock off version and it wasn't the same. After using my hydro flask and then trying the knock off. I saw a difference. The hydro flask is better in my opinion. They come in many different colors and sizes. Going 8 days without it on Pesach was very hard, let me tell you.
I LOVE THIS THING! I love the size and how light it is. I love this cup. It is a great size and it's great for any drink including water. No, it doesn't keep my coffee cold all day, don't worry I have others that do. But I love how easy this cup is to carry around and use. Plus it does fit in a cup holder. You can pick one up at your local Starbucks store. They are great! Plus they are only about $5!
Starbucks Via Packets
I started drinking these back in the spring during Lockdown. I love the VIA Instant Refreshers Very Berry Hibiscus. I take the packet and follow the directions on the back of the box. I then split it into 2 and water both down. If I do not split it and water it down, I find it to be way too sweet. Otherwise, it's great. I did not realize till a little while after I started to drink these that they do have Caffeine in them... oops! That's okay... just not having one at night anymore! I also love the VIA Instant Columbia Medium Roast Coffee I really enjoy this as iced coffee. I did try the Starbucks VIA Instant Sweetened Iced Coffee and wasn't a fan. I was told by many people who love the iced coffee vias that I have been drinking it wrong apparently. So I want to try them again... the right way!
I love these Bracelets so much! They can dress up any everyday look. They add to your look a bit of sparkle which is great! I am sure you have all seen these bracelets before. I am pretty sure that the BaubleBar ones are the original. I bought mine and black Friday and got a great deal. I was going to buy them earlier, but I am glad that I waited until black Friday. I was surprised when I took them out of the box and saw how heavy and well made they are. They are no piece of garbage, let me tell you! There are so many different ways to stack and wear them. You can wear 2 or more in all different sizes. You can also stack them with other bracelets. I have 4 (and I want more) 🙈😝 I definitely want more so that I can play around and have so many different stack combos.
1. Birthday Pisa Bracelet I have the Granet (January) they come in all 12 months most are sold out but they still have a few left. (Included in one of the images is a color/ month guide.)
2. Super Fly Pisa Bracelet This a pretty one and last time I checked, it was on sale!
3. Positivity Pisa Bracelet (heart) in Sky Blue It is no longer available in the Sky Blue. But there are some new gorgeous colors that recently came out. I love the new colors! Plus they now also come in a black or white star!!
4. Custom Disk Pisa Bracelet with an "R" and "Star" the custom Pisa bracelets, do require you to choose a size. I have tiny wrists. I was afraid to get the extra small, even though it would fit. So I went with the small one and it fits great!!
I don't really think that I have to say much about this one. I am completely obsessed! Haven't been to the nail salon since August! I know... You can check out some of my other posts on Olive and June to learn more and hear about my thoughts. There are more O&J posts in the works! Stay tuned!
DryBar Hair Products and Tools!
Now I know that you are all going to tell me about the dupe for this one. The reason why I purchased the Drybar one was, because of the power. After reading reviews, I keep seeing how people said that the Drybar one was a bit more powerful. Being someone who BH has a lot of thick hair. I was drawn to this. I love this thing! I was never really able to blow my hair with a traditional blowdryer and round brush. I mean, it's hard! Did it once, and said never again. This thing is a game-changer. It is super easy to use and my hair looks great!
This stuff smells so good! Plus it is also great at its job! Prep Rally protects your hair from heat up to 450°F and 232°C. It detangles your hair, plus there is Biotin, Vitamins B & C. My hair feels healthier when I use it and then wash it. This is to use before you blow out your hair, while it is still wet. This stuff also smells SO FREAKING GOOD! I am obsessed with the smell and have been ever since I started using it. I could sit all day and smell this stuff. I absolutely love it!
This stuff also- smells so good! It is a different smell than the Prep Rally, but it also just smells yum! This product is a high-sine finishing cream. After you do your hair, you rub it in your hands and then apply it to your hair (avoiding the roots of your hair). It makes your hair looks so fresh and glowy. Plus, I find that it helps with frizz. Which we all know how great that is! Definitely a new fav!
January - June 2020 was a rough time for my skin. Because I was on Accutane. I will definitely be writing a post about my journey. During that time, I have discovered many products that did and did not work/ help. My lips were horrific. I wish that I had discovered and started using this stuff sooner than April. At least I found it when I did! Aquaphor, don't get me wrong- it's great stuff. But, it was not as hydrating for my lips as I wanted it to be. And Vaseline, uhh gross! I hate the taste of it! The CeraVe Healing Ointment is basically the same thing as Aquaphor- for the most part. But it is even more moisturizing! My extremely chapped and dry peeling lips did not heal until I started using this stuff. It soon became something that I used all day and night. Even after completing Accutane, I still use this stuff. It does come in a tube and mini tubes also. (for anyone who likes a tub, it also comes in a jar. I hate sticking my fingers into things, so anything that comes in tube form- yes please!) I mainly love the non-greasy feel. This stuff could be hard to find. I highly recommend this stuff, it is a miracle worker!
Jo Malone London
I had always wanted to try Jo Malone. My father had gone on a trip to London and brought a bottle back home for me. (you can get in the US, cheaper in the UK) Before he went, we picked out the scent in Nordstrom. Nectarine Blossom & Honey is an amazing scent that can be worn year-round. I get compliments all the time on how nice I smell. Recently, they came out with a perfume pen and only in Nectarine Blossom & Honey. I knew that I needed to not only get it because it was so cool but also because the one scent it comes in happens to be the one that I wear. It was completely sold out, and then a few months later I saw that it was available again and bought it right away. I hope that it becomes a permanent product and that it is available in every scent. Another scent that I really like is Peony & Blush Suede. Yes, all Jo Malone's scents say "Cologne" on the bottle. Cologne is just the strength of the scent. It is the strongest level under cologne you have Perfume and below that is ed de toilette. Whoever came up with the name ed de toilette I don't understand why you would give something like this a name like that. I know that it is French but still! Anyways, enough of the perfume education... I do have a limited edition scent also that I love. I also would like to try more and get a candle. Jo Malone is very big on layering scents. I definitely am curious to layer Nectarine Blossom & Honey with that is recommended to layer with it. But this is definitely a 2020 fav! Plus, Jo Malone products very often will go on sale. But you can also get them in Sephora. I am pretty sure that Nordstrom's selection is larger than Sephora, especially when it comes to candles, soaps, etc. On the other hand, you do get points when you purchase at Sephora.
Charlotte Tilbury
I have always heard of Charlotte Tilbury and always wanted to try their makeup. When I got my Pillow Talk lipstick and liner I fell in love with the formula and color. After that, I began to learn and explore more about the brand and its products. My favorite form all that I own is definitely the Luxury Eyeshadow Palette in Pillow Talk, I am completely obsessed with it and the colors. I want to purchase every single Charlotte Tilbury makeup product. I have loved every single item that I have tried.
My Charlotte Tilbury Collection:
Oh my, how could we forget about Clea and Joanna! I knew about these 2 before their Netflix show was a thing. Sometimes I like to think that I am Clea and Joanna 🙈 😂. I had their first book and became obsessed. I own many of their products from The Container Store and love them. (Self-promo/ plug- Check out Neat Pretty Organized for more) Netflix Show, products, 2 books! I am obsessed. I can not wait till book #3 comes out in March! Don't worry, I already pre-ordered it from Target!
Here are some of my Faves:
The Home Edit: A Guide to Organizing and Realizing Your House Goals Book #1 (you have to read #1 before #2 or you will be lost)
The Home Edit Life Book #2
Those are some of my favorites. I do have a lot more... But I was not going to list everything ;)
So Those are some of my favorites! I have more but these are definitely some of my favorites. If I could, I would have a million of every single one of their products in my house ;)
This can’t be a blog post about my 2020 favorites without including my favorite mask! Because ya know... Corona. I love the Joah love mask. They are the softest masks you will put on your face. The most comfortable masks you will put on your face. They had amazing adjustable straps. And they are just the best. They come in a bunch of different sizes including kids. They have the cutest patterns. They also make ones with a built-in mask chain. I wear the size S/M
I am including below the 3 that I have that are still available for purchase.
The other 2 that I have are no longer available in the S/M. There are many others on their site that you can check out. (linked above)
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I hope you all enjoyed hearing all about my 2020 favorites!! That's a wrap!!
Ruthie
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