Weekend in St. Barths? Madame LA LA Product Review

It is winter. I'm sorry, I said it, but I've always prided myself on being honest on this blog and my dear readers I am so sorry to have to tell you this but the blistering winds and arctic chill do nothing for my skin. Moisture? Out the window. Colour? Transparent.

My saviour had to come in the form of a self-tanner but not just an ordinary self-tanner, the one I was after had to have ingredients that were natural and would leave my skin free of harsh chemicals and oils. Madame LA LA has been creating quite the sir amongst British socialites and celebrities so I thought 'when in Rome' and tried it out.

Some Things to Note:

Madame LA LA Tan 

The Key Ingredients

Coco Water Extract sourced from Baja California (Mexico) it hydrates the skin helping firm, tone and improve elasticity. Furthermore it’s rich in minerals aiding in slimming, tightening and improving overall skin tone reducing the appearance of cellulite

Vitamin’s A & E provide blurring technology to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles working together with Vitamin’s A (plumps collagen and elastin) & E (anti­oxidant) to perfect the skin

Aloe Vera Plant Extract & Green Tea leaf Extract sourced from Baja California (Mexico) work together to intensively hydrate, reduce irritation and redness delaying skin ageing repairing sun damage

How does it work?

DD (dynamic­do all) works to perfect, hydrate, tone promoting longevity of tan

Ultra­lightweight mousse application ensures smooth golden finish. Quick­dry in 5­minutes lasting up to 10 days is rich in minerals adding in slimming improving

skin tone and appearance of cellulite.

Added Coco Water hydrating formula softens and smooths skin to prevent streaking

Anti­ageing benefits blur wrinkles and imperfections for a flawless sun­kissed glow

Natural fade just like a natural sun tun suitable for all skin tones infused with Vitamin A antioxidant and skin­cell regulator

I would rate the product a 7/10, it lasted a really long time on my body however the tan quickly faded from my face after the first day. I also have to say I didn't moisturize my face as much as I should have which caused minimal blotching on the first day but quickly faded by the second. The mousse was very light and it never felt like I was coating my skin, which I find other self-tanner creams tend to do. 

Overall, I would use the product again, however I would probably apply another layer on my face after the third day. I do hope Nicole Dash Jones, the lovely founder, comes out with a spray for the face as I find spray nozzles do a better job in terms of even coverage.    

Me! Before and After Madame LA LA

Workouts to Get You Through the Holidays

Snowed in? No reason to skip the workout. Here is a list of some of my favourite at-home workouts to help you get through the holidays!

PlyoJam  from FitSugar


 Why I like it?
Its fun! PlyoJam combines dance moves with plyometrics and will help you lose weight, tone your body, and challenge your agility and balance.  

Fat Be Gone - 10 Minute HIIT Workout from FitSugar
 

Why I like it?
HIIT stands for high-intensity interval training and this workout gives you the chance to maximize your workout time while burning a ton of calories. I would highly recommend a mat for this, you spend a lot of time on the ground and you need the support to perform each workout to your full ability! Don't be afraid, you may have never heard or seen some of these workouts but you'll get the hang of it after the first two reps, I promise! 

Sculpted Legs from Blogilates


Why I like it?
You don't need any equipment, just your runners and a small space to give yourself enough room to fully execute the moves. Although at first they may seem easy enough, each workout in this series packs a lot of punch and your booty and legs will begging for mercy at the end of the workout.

Sunkissed ABS Workout from Tone It Up!


Why I like it?
If you need some inspiration, look no further because a workout on the beach will remind you that even though snow is on the ground now, in a few months you'll be hitting the beach again! The instructors have great energy and lets be honest, who doesn't want to have bods like them? I know I do!

Victoria Secret Model Workout: 10- Minute Fat Blasting Circuit from FitSugar 


Why I like it?
Not just because it has Victoria Secret it the name, although it did peak my interest in the first place. The 10-minute workout is lead by Andrea Orbeck who is Heidi Klum's go-to trainer. You don't need any equipment and although its only 10-minutes long you are able to get in a great workout if you're on a tight schedule! 

Would You Wear a USB Bracelet? What if Rachel Zoe Designed It?

Image via eBay

eBay and CFDA partnered up this year for the holidays to raise proceeded for the CFDA Foundation to support emerging designers. The five designers chosen for the Holiday Collective to design exclusive limited-edition tech bracelets that double as USB chargers are: Mara Hoffman, Michael Bastian, Milly, Rachel Zoe, and Shipley & Halmos.

Each bracelet runs for $25 and will be available on November 11th exclusively on eBay, with free shipping in Canada and the US.

So, would you wear a tech bracelet?

Holiday Nails: OPI Designer Series

With December right around the corner OPI has the perfect polishes to get you in the holiday spirit! The OPI Designer Series is filled with glimmering colours and comes in eleven shades. Think of them as diamond dust for your nails.
I recently chose DS Extravagance and its easy to say that I'll be sporting this colour all season long to deck the halls and ring in the New Year.