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TruEarth


I love doing laundry, said nobody ever! Let’s face it: it’s the never-ending story (sigh). But I must admit, ever since I’ve started using TruEarth eco strips, I feel like I’m doing laundry PLUS something good for the environment. Did you know that the EPA estimated that less than 9% of plastic in the USA

Summer Essentials


It’s finally starting to feel more like summer!?  Here are some of my absolute favorites that I’ve been using for a few years now. Sunscreen:  I LOVE Coola and Supergoop! I use both in the summer, I put it on my kids too.  If I had to pick just one, I would probably go with

February Beauty Favorites


  Hi guys! Another month has come and gone, and today I’m looking back at my favorite beauty products for the month of February. Clinique superdefense, $48. I have dry, sensitive skin, with an oily t-zone, I’ve been using this cream for 2 years now and I love it! It is super light, doesn’t cause my

Splurge vs. Steal, Makeup Brushes


Hi guys! Today I thought I would do a fun little post on makeup brushes – splurge vs. steal.  I will be sharing my experience with two specific brushes primarily used to apply blush, liquid or powder foundation.  E.l.f. powder brush, $4 VS.  Lancome #7 precision cheek brush, $48.50 Both of these brushes have a flat

Best electric toothbrush for kids


Hi guys, hope everyone is having a great weekend! Since my last dental post [How to pick the best electric toothbrush], I have been asked to do a little update and include a few words about “kids’ electric toothbrushes.” I know a lot of parents can agree that getting our children to brush their teeth

Healthy Hair Tips


Here is how I keep my long, chemically treated hair from breaking. I have been highlighting my hair since my senior year of high school and I have been doing it approximately every 6-8 weeks. Over the years, I have tried a lot of different products to keep my hair healthy and to prevent breakage.

Best Natural Cleaning Products


I don’t watch much TV, BUT when I do, it’s almost always HGTV. Occasionally, my husband and I will binge watch Shark Tank (on our DVR) once the kids are asleep. A few years back we saw an episode of Shark Tank, which introduced us to Better Life (a line of plant-derived, non-toxic, environmentally friendly

Best detangler ever!


During our last visit to Disney World, I have made reservations to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for my daughter, son, and nephew. If you don’t book it six months in advance forget about getting the time you really want. I didn’t get my first or second choice but hey…at least I got a slot for

My favorite dental products


As a dentist, I have the opportunity to try out many different dental products on the market. These two have always been my absolute FAVORITE! When my kids were little (too young for fluoride), I used the MI paste to keep their teeth healthy. This paste contains Recaldent (a milk protein) — calcium and phosphate

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