This sweet new addition to my skin care routine is fun, tasty, and beneficial in keeping my skin looking youthful and radiant.

If interested in trying the Ageless Delight Beauty Chocolate supplement yourself, you can find it on ceramiracle.com.     ​

I have fallen in love with their Vitamin C Face Wash that I've been using every night before bed. I naturally have very dry skin, and most cleansers that I use dry out my skin even more, regardless of the quality or cost. After using this face wash my skin feels smoother, more glowy, and overall nourished. 

While it washes off my make up and feels like a thorough clean, it is also very gentle and non-drying. I also love that it is not oily and doesn't leave any sort of oily residue on the skin. The product almost feels like a serum instead of a cleanser. After using the face wash for a few days, there was a noticeable improvement in my skins brightness.

The main ingredients in the Vitamin C Face Wash are:

• Galactoarabinan- which is derived from the Larch tree and is known to boost cell turnover, brighten skin, and tighten pores. 
• Vitamin C- protects from harmful UV rays, which inevitably cause fine lines & wrinkles. 
• Acai & Goji Berry- antioxidants that are known to balance skin pigment and texture.
• Hyaluronic Acid- holds 1,000x its weight in water to hydrate skin

Everyone loves a good sun kissed tan, am I right? To me, a nice, natural looking tan just looks healthy. Nothing compares to having a glowy complexion, especially when it's full body. Cancun Collection sent me some sweet beach body accessories that I couldn't wait to try out. 

There's a few things that I love about this line right off the bat. First of all, the products are superfood infused. Second of all, they are vegan. And third of all, they are cruelty free. That's a win for me.

I was most intrigued and interested to try the Cacao Photo Ready Body Bronzer which is known for its instant airbrush effect. So, not only does it provide an instant (and beautiful) tan, it also covers up blemishes and skin imperfections, delivering a flawless skin finish. It's basically a BB cream for the whole body.  

The bronzer left a beautiful, rich color on me that looked and felt natural. At first, when applying the bronzer, I wasn't used to the concealer like application, but once it settled I was so impressed with the color and finish it gave me.  The concealing effect is actually really handy and is the first of it's kind that I've seen on the market! You don't have to worry about any blemishes, bruises, or discoloration, because the bronzer will take care of it.

Whenever I feel like I need a helping hand in the tan department before a night out, I'll apply this to my body to achieve an instant glow. I love that at the end of the night I'm able to wash it off before bed without having to go through an awkward fading process like typical fake tanners. It's a one and done type of deal and I seriously love that. Before bronzing, I'll always make sure to exfoliate in the shower first to make sure my skin is nice and even for a smooth application and setting for the bronzer. ​

Thanks for reading! If you have any questions about Cancun Collections products feel free to ask! Any comments about bronzers/self tanners? Leave them below!

Love, Livv.

As you guys know, I love natural products, especially when it comes to beauty products. What so many people don’t realize is that the products we put on your skin is soaked up into our bloodstream! So I never understood why the products we put on our skin aren’t held to the same standard as what we put in our mouths.


I’ve noticed quite a few companies introduce CBD beauty and skincare products. I was curious to find the best skincare routine that integrated CBD in their products. Diamond Hemp sent over a few products that I was super excited to try out. What most people know about CBD is that it can be in an oil form and also taken in edible form, but CBD is also a great ingredient to include in beauty products due to its natural benefits. It’s known to be rich in vitamins A, C and E. These vitamins help keep skin firm and healthy, help stimulate collagen production, and help reduce signs of aging. Not to mention, they’re also known to help with inflammatory-related conditions like skin allergies, rosacea, eczema and psoriasis.

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They sent over a lovely Hemp Butter Scrub which was a total hit for me. I love a good scrub and like anything else, when it’s natural it feels 100% better because I can use it in good conscious. Just a quick glance at the ingredients list and I already felt confident in what I was putting on my skin. Organic Shea Butter, Sweet Almond Oil, Organic Aloe Leaf Oil, Mango Seed Butter, Organic Coconut Oil, the list goes on. This scrub can be used gently on your face or on any area of the body. For me, I focus on my dry spots like my knees, elbows, and ankles because I know those areas need all the help they can get. I used it in the shower because it can get a little messy!


First impression of the scrub was that it smelt scrumptious…get it? Scrumptious Scrub? Okay. In all seriousness, the tropical smell was already a thumbs up for me. The product felt great while exfoliating and left a nice moisturizing after effect on the skin. The only thing I will say is that I wish the product came in a bigger size because I like to be generous with scrubs and if used daily, it will run out fast. But like I always say, especially when it comes to skincare products, I’d rather take quality over quantity so I can’t complain too much. This product sells for $49.99 on their website which is in the same price range as typical luxury body scrubs you’ll find in big box beauty stores.

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After the Butter Scrub in the shower, I followed it with the Hemp Antioxidant Cream for extra hydration. Like the scrub, the cream can be used for both the face and the body. The smell is heavenly and it leaves a light residue on the skin before being absorbed. Nothing too heavy.


I was most excited to try out their Hemp Antioxidant Facial Serum. I just love trying new serums out, especially when they are natural! I applied the serum right after I got out of the shower to make sure my face was squeaky clean before application. My first impression was noticing how light the product felt on my face. This is always a good sign. There is nothing I hate more than heavy face moisturizers that feel more like a mask than a moisturizer. Once applied, the serum felt light and clean and after a few moments to soak in, my skin felt revived. My skin felt soft, but not oily which is a nice change for me since I typically moisturize with oil. Because the serum is concentrated, a little bit goes a long way! You really only need a pea sized amount. If it feels too heavy, you might have used a little too much. It should feel super light-weight and fresh.

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All in all, I am a fan of these products and would recommend them to any friend. Like I said before, I will always take quality over quantity, especially when you are talking about products that are going on our skin and then into our bloodstream. I can’t stress that enough! There’s some things in this life that I am willing to pay more for, and one of them is good skincare products that I can feel confident about using. It’s so important to know what ingredients are in your beauty products, especially when so many companies are putting fillers and harsh chemicals in their products. Thank you Diamond Hemp for sharing these lovely products with me.


Thanks for reading! Have you guys tried CBD products yourself? What are your thoughts or questions/concerns? Leave a comment below!

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For years, when I would mention anything about cutting my hair all I ever heard was "don't do it". Don't do it because I'll look younger, or I won't be as sexy, or because my hair is too pretty to be wasted. I was flattered, but it wasn't what I wanted to hear. 

Of course, I loved having long hair. It WAS sexy, mermaid-like, yada yada. After all, I've had long hair for majority of my adult life. Last time I had it shorter was in 6th grade so I kind of believed people when they said it'd make me look younger. Which is usually a good thing for women in their 20's but I'm not there yet. 

I listened to everyone and kept my hair long. I hated every minute of it. It was heavy and would literally weigh down my head. To the point where if I hadn't washed it in a few days it would get heavier and physically hurt my head. Whether it was in a pony tail, bun, or even down sometimes, it hurt! Having it down was impossible, you guys know I'm all about comfort so the amount of inconveniences accompanied with it being down just wasn't worth it. 1) It was hot- I live in Miami and I'd rather not feel like I have a towel around my neck suffocating me. 2) bending down or trying to get nearly anything done with my hair in my face blocking most of my peripheral vision was just annoying. 3) I did not have time or energy to style it most of the time. I really only liked it curled in beach waves so if I couldn't do that, up in a high bun it went. I complained about how much I wanted to chop my hair off all the time,  my friends and boyfriend can vouch for that.

Finally, last week I decided I was done. I was done inconveniencing myself for other peoples opinions. At that point, I really didn't care if I loved a short cut on me or not I just wanted it off. Also, once I realized that for the last month of living in LA I hadn't worn it down ONCE...I asked myself what the point of having long hair was? I was wearing it in a high bun for every occasion and when I did try to wear it down it'd go up within the first 30 minutes. Once I came to that realization, I totally got behind the idea of cutting it. 

So, I started my search on Pintrest for short hair cut styles and found the perfect length that gave me heart eyes. I knew I had to do it as soon as I saw these photos...these are actually the screenshots I took.

So I went to my trusted hair dressers at Oren Salon, Shaked and Oren, who have been cutting my hair for the last year or so. I've built a friendship with them and knew I could trust them to give me exactly what I wanted. 

Oren started to cut my hair and although there was a small part of me that felt panicked (naturally) it felt liberating. He took baby steps and cut a little at a time, which made me feel comfortable. 

Some chopping and styling later and before I knew it there I was with hair up to my collar bone. For the first few minutes, I was in a little bit of a shock, but I also felt like it looked so natural on me. As if it should have been that way the whole time. Since then, I have absolutely loved it. I feel a weight lifted off my shoulders and more importantly, MY HEAD. lol. It's fresh, it's fun, and ironically, even though I was known for my long hair, I think this is way more "me". I'll probably go even shorter next time. 

I'm still getting the hang of styling it and I need to get a hair curler with a smaller barrel to achieve the natural beachy wave but I've been wearing it straight and totally love that too. 

Moral of the story, don't be scared of change. And don't be scared to do something YOU want to do. At the end of the day, the most important opinion is your own. 

Love, Livv

A huge THANK YOU to my family at Oren!

Like most pre-teens do, I counted down the days until I got my braces off. The hope of every visit was crushed when my orthodontist would say “just a few more weeks”.  It came to my sophomore year of high school and, well, not to sound dramatic but I was tired of his shit. Homecoming was in a few days and I was determined to have them off for the infamous “hoco pics”. Priorities right? My 15-year-old self thought she knew better than her well-educated orthodontist and insisted that they come off. Somehow, I was able to convince him. 
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Fast forward 6 years (of not wearing my retainer- lets be real who ends up wearing those things) and my teeth were getting noticeable worse. They weren’t crooked, and still looked great from the front, but from a side angle they projected outward and it started to bother me, especially in photos. It wasn’t something I was necessarily insecure about (yet) but I knew if I didn’t do something about it, they would get progressively worse.

So I looked into Invisalign. Considering my boyfriends mom is the manager of a dental office, I knew I had a team of professionals that I could trust on my side. The process was supposed to take about six months but ended up taking longer due to my time in LA. ​
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I am in no way here to give you professional dental advice, I'm just sharing my personal experience with the treatment. ​Here are the top questions I have gotten about my Invisalign experience:

1. How does it work?

• A lot of people assume that Invisalign is attached to your teeth but that is far from the case. You pick up 4-6 sets of "trays" every time you visit your dentist or orthodontist and swap them out at the beginning of each week. So ideally you are only wearing the same tray for 1 full week then you are onto the next one.

2. Does it hurt?

• Not really. The only time the trays ever feel somewhat uncomfortable or painful is when you first put the new tray in. That discomfort usually goes away within the hour (it did for me at least). If you are good about wearing them for the majority of the day, they really shouldn’t hurt at all. It’s when you don’t wear them that they will cause the most discomfort once putting them back in.

3. How often do you have to wear it?

• Ideally, it should be worn for most of the day and definitely overnight. It should only be taken out to eat or drink liquid other than water. If you are thinking about getting them, be discipline with yourself. After all, it isn’t cheap and you want to get what you’re paying for!

4. Does it give you a lisp?

• At first yes. It feels kind of odd but I promise the more you talk with it in, the better your speech will adjust. It'll still be slightly noticeable, especially to those who know you well, but you wont sound like Stacey Dillsen from Zoey 101. (if you don't get that reference you're too young.)

5. How noticeable is it?

• This depends on your specific treatment. For mine, I had to get little cement like pieces called attachments, this made mine more noticeable. I usually took my trays out before going to events or gatherings that I would be meeting people at or do a lot of networking/talking. Not because I couldn't speak with them in, but with the attachments on my teeth, and the Invisalign tray on top of it, it is definitely more noticeable.  

 

All in all, I’m SO happy with my results and I have to thank the awesome team over at Advanced Dental Care of Pembroke Pines, FL for their incredible service.

​If you are thinking about investing in Invisalign and it won't break the bank, I'd say go for it! A smile you are confident about from every angle is priceless! And if it means you will smile more often, hell- who doesn’t want that?
 
Let me know if guys have any other questions and I will reply down in the comments below.

Love, Liv. 

I was thrilled when a familiar brand reached out to me regarding their new skin care line. It's always exciting receiving new products and being able to give my feedback to the companies, but little was needed for these House of r5 products. 

The Contouring Skin Beauty Oil is a mix of natural oils that bring out your skins glowing beauty. Not to mention it smells like a sensual heaven. (the smell has a small hint of mens cologne- I'm not complaining)

It has never been more true that great things come in small packages. The Moulin Rouge roll-on perfume oil is perfectly compact to slip in all of my purses (even the tiny ones) or even in my back pocket if I'm going purse-less. Serves as a perfect mid-day refresher.