For a limited GAP has a sale on Kids' clothes. Buy one sale priced item get the second 50% off. . . yes on already reduced sale items! This is a great time to pick up pants and shirts for next year. Since the waistbands are adjustable on their pants even buying just one size bigger will ensure maximum usage before your little one grows out of them.
The adult side also has jeans, shorts and some other full priced items marked as buy one get one 50% off. This is in GAP Canada stores, if you are in the USA you would have to check at your local GAP if the deal is there as well.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Bumble & Bumble's Let It Shine Trio Update
Fayez Beauty Spa now has Bumble &Bumble's Let It Shine Trio in stock. They have various sizes of product sold separately, as well as a great trio pack that would be perfect for going on a trip, as it could be taken in a carry on!
I recommend giving this product a try!
I recommend giving this product a try!
Dangerous Chemicals in Baby Products
If you are like me I am always concerned what is going into my children not only through their food but also through their skin. I am just starting to be more conscious about what I am putting on my own skin, but for my boys I have always been more careful. Chemicals on their young bodies while they are developing physically and mentally can be dangerous, even cancer causing. There is much hype of sunscreen but even some body washes are just as bad. Consider that there is no safety testing on most cosmetics in fact "Nearly 90 percent of the 10,500 ingredients FDA has determined are used in personal care products have not been evaluated for safety by the CIR, the FDA, or any other publicly accountable institution."
I frequently check on a website called EWG's Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. They have a list of thousands of products that are both safe and unsafe. Everything is rated on a scale of 1 through 10. One being the safest and 10 being the worst. You can search by product type or company name. Below I have posted some of the surprising products I found on the site. (I posted the graph but the actual website also shows what is dangerous about it, reproductive endangering chemicals, neotoxitiy, etc.)
Aveeno Continuous Protection Active Sunblock SPF 70 - Rating 10
Banana Boat Sport Performance Continuous Spray SPF 85 - Rating 9
I frequently check on a website called EWG's Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. They have a list of thousands of products that are both safe and unsafe. Everything is rated on a scale of 1 through 10. One being the safest and 10 being the worst. You can search by product type or company name. Below I have posted some of the surprising products I found on the site. (I posted the graph but the actual website also shows what is dangerous about it, reproductive endangering chemicals, neotoxitiy, etc.)
Aveeno Continuous Protection Active Sunblock SPF 70 - Rating 10
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| About the ratings |  |
| Overall Hazard |  |
| Cancer |  |
| Developmental & reproductive toxicity |  |
| Allergies & immunotoxicity |  |
| Use restrictions |  |
Banana Boat Sport Performance Continuous Spray SPF 85 - Rating 9
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Huggies Liquid Baby Powder Fresh Scent Body Wash - Rating 8
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Shaklee Cleaner
Last month I tried out the Shaklee All Purpose cleaner. Although happy with the results I had wished there was a scent to it. Happy to report back I added a few drops of essential oil and it did not effect the cleaning outcome but did provide a great scent while cleaning.
I used Eucalyptus because that is what I had on hand. I put it in my sons humidifier when he has a cold instead of the chemical filled Vic's one. It provides a clean, fresh scent!
I used Eucalyptus because that is what I had on hand. I put it in my sons humidifier when he has a cold instead of the chemical filled Vic's one. It provides a clean, fresh scent!
Friday, April 22, 2011
Becoming A Mom
When you become a mom you are excited but also filled with fears about the crazy thing you hear will happen to your body. Here is a quick run down of things to expect, prevent and deal with from a normal, non-celebrity mom.
You will gain weight. How much is determined by your eating habits, your genes and your pre baby weight. Some women pig out and hardly gain anything, others eat salads and gain 60 pounds. Everything you eat goes directly to your baby and you can always loose the weight after so eat healthy and eat lots! Post baby try to work out and breastfeed if you can (it burns 500 calories a day).
You may break out. No big deal your hormones will adjust and your skin will start to glow. Drink lots of water. Some acne medicines aren't safe for pregnant women so check out any warnings on the bottle prior to use.
Pregnancy Mask! This is not a cool treatment you get at a spa! This is dark spots that appear on your face. From small patches to your whole face, this darkening can be somewhat prevented with generous applications of sunscreen before going out in the sun. I got dark spots on my cheekbones and by forehead. The ones one my cheeks are totally gone and the one on my forehead isn't noticeable now. I used BioCella Malarrest A Skin Lightener. Sounds dramatic but it is a gel like cream you put on after you wash your face before you moisturize. No burning or redness, just results.
Your big As or small Bs will become Ds! Don't go throwing your old bras out yet. . . it won't last. Once you have the baby (or are done breastfeeding) they will go back to your Bs. Since they are shrinking and growing put cream on your chest and breasts, they are going through alot. I like Mama Mio Boob Lube.
Stretch marks are the gift that keeps on giving! They will get lighter in time but once you have them they are for good. I was fortunate not to get any with either pregnancy but I swore by my Kiehl's Argan oil and my Mama Mio Stretch Mark Rub Oil and Cream. I used the Kiehl's from beginning to end of my pregnancy on my stomach 2x a day! I highly recommend this, top it off with a lotion for extra moisturizing and staying power!
Enjoy this time and trust me anything that your body goes through is so worth it the second you hold your new baby!
You will gain weight. How much is determined by your eating habits, your genes and your pre baby weight. Some women pig out and hardly gain anything, others eat salads and gain 60 pounds. Everything you eat goes directly to your baby and you can always loose the weight after so eat healthy and eat lots! Post baby try to work out and breastfeed if you can (it burns 500 calories a day).
You may break out. No big deal your hormones will adjust and your skin will start to glow. Drink lots of water. Some acne medicines aren't safe for pregnant women so check out any warnings on the bottle prior to use.
Pregnancy Mask! This is not a cool treatment you get at a spa! This is dark spots that appear on your face. From small patches to your whole face, this darkening can be somewhat prevented with generous applications of sunscreen before going out in the sun. I got dark spots on my cheekbones and by forehead. The ones one my cheeks are totally gone and the one on my forehead isn't noticeable now. I used BioCella Malarrest A Skin Lightener. Sounds dramatic but it is a gel like cream you put on after you wash your face before you moisturize. No burning or redness, just results.
Your big As or small Bs will become Ds! Don't go throwing your old bras out yet. . . it won't last. Once you have the baby (or are done breastfeeding) they will go back to your Bs. Since they are shrinking and growing put cream on your chest and breasts, they are going through alot. I like Mama Mio Boob Lube.
Stretch marks are the gift that keeps on giving! They will get lighter in time but once you have them they are for good. I was fortunate not to get any with either pregnancy but I swore by my Kiehl's Argan oil and my Mama Mio Stretch Mark Rub Oil and Cream. I used the Kiehl's from beginning to end of my pregnancy on my stomach 2x a day! I highly recommend this, top it off with a lotion for extra moisturizing and staying power!
Enjoy this time and trust me anything that your body goes through is so worth it the second you hold your new baby!
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Party Season
With spring comes engagements, showers, weddings, house warmings. . . you name it once April hits they are all on full swing until the fall. If you have a friend experiencing any of the above, they are on top of the world and are probably ready to party. If you are looking do something a little different for them here are some ideas that are a little out of the box but fun. . .because really how can you let loose at a shower with Aunt Ethel staring at you over the new gravy boat?? These ideas would be great for co-ed parties not just female only gatherings.
Stock-the-bar Party - Starting a bar at home can be quite pricey when you have absolutely nothing to begin with. Have all guests bring one bottle of alochol. No need to put into a gift bag, supply labels at the 'gift bottle table'. To make it more interesting tell guests that they cannot bring vodka, rum or rye. (People tend to buy these since they are safe, for a full rounded bar you need a bit of everything)
Pantry-Party - (okay this one may be a tad girly) Alot of people aren't big on cooking these days or even know where to begin. Let's face it lots of recipes look good but when you actually make them they turn out to be a mushy/soupy/lumpy/salty etc. basically a waste of time. Have guests bring a recipe that they love, as well as one inpersishable ingredient. You could even suggest including a tool to make/serve the recipe as well. Like a cookie scoop for cookies, rectangular platter for steamed asparagus, garlic press for garlic green beans, etc. Ask guests to print the recipe them on a specific size of paper or even better include a recipe card in the invite (paper if sent by mail or a link to a card if sending an e-vite), this will save the guest of honour from having to reprint the recipes to a uniform size.
Garden Party - No one realizes all the tools that are needed to have around the garage for even regular maintenance, let alone the expense involved. Think snow shovel, digging shovel, hand held weed remover, patio fire urn, solar powered garden lights, entrance way pots, fertilizer spreader, etc. May be not the most exciting party but defiantly things people need.
Tool Box Party - Everyone brings a tool and a list of its uses. Most people moving out of their parents home or out of an apartment don't have their own tools. When you have a leaky toilet, have to hang a picture or need to touch up the paint on the banister you realize you need a tool box. Going to a hardware store can be a little overwhelming, this way the person is getting things a that are useful.
Honeymoon Party - All the fixins for a great honeymoon. Sunscreen, travel sized bath & hair products, beach bag, gift card for getting photos processed, (maybe even a few people going together to get a new camera for the couple), some adult games, lingerie, cute hats, travel games, etc.
Paint Party - If the person that you are having the party for is moving or has decided that with the new union they want to change their house decor, you and a bunch of friends could surprise them by showing up with paint tools and helping them to paint their house. Even bring the tools to hang pictures when the painting is done. Throw in some yummy apps and some cocktails and you'll have a party!
No punch bowls at these parties!
Stock-the-bar Party - Starting a bar at home can be quite pricey when you have absolutely nothing to begin with. Have all guests bring one bottle of alochol. No need to put into a gift bag, supply labels at the 'gift bottle table'. To make it more interesting tell guests that they cannot bring vodka, rum or rye. (People tend to buy these since they are safe, for a full rounded bar you need a bit of everything)
Pantry-Party - (okay this one may be a tad girly) Alot of people aren't big on cooking these days or even know where to begin. Let's face it lots of recipes look good but when you actually make them they turn out to be a mushy/soupy/lumpy/salty etc. basically a waste of time. Have guests bring a recipe that they love, as well as one inpersishable ingredient. You could even suggest including a tool to make/serve the recipe as well. Like a cookie scoop for cookies, rectangular platter for steamed asparagus, garlic press for garlic green beans, etc. Ask guests to print the recipe them on a specific size of paper or even better include a recipe card in the invite (paper if sent by mail or a link to a card if sending an e-vite), this will save the guest of honour from having to reprint the recipes to a uniform size.
Garden Party - No one realizes all the tools that are needed to have around the garage for even regular maintenance, let alone the expense involved. Think snow shovel, digging shovel, hand held weed remover, patio fire urn, solar powered garden lights, entrance way pots, fertilizer spreader, etc. May be not the most exciting party but defiantly things people need.
Tool Box Party - Everyone brings a tool and a list of its uses. Most people moving out of their parents home or out of an apartment don't have their own tools. When you have a leaky toilet, have to hang a picture or need to touch up the paint on the banister you realize you need a tool box. Going to a hardware store can be a little overwhelming, this way the person is getting things a that are useful.
Honeymoon Party - All the fixins for a great honeymoon. Sunscreen, travel sized bath & hair products, beach bag, gift card for getting photos processed, (maybe even a few people going together to get a new camera for the couple), some adult games, lingerie, cute hats, travel games, etc.
Paint Party - If the person that you are having the party for is moving or has decided that with the new union they want to change their house decor, you and a bunch of friends could surprise them by showing up with paint tools and helping them to paint their house. Even bring the tools to hang pictures when the painting is done. Throw in some yummy apps and some cocktails and you'll have a party!
No punch bowls at these parties!
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Calvin Klein Dress 50% Off
With wedding season fast approaching it seems everyone is looking for the perfect dress. One that can do double duty. . . perfect for a wedding or event and then wearable again regularly say to work or out for dinner. Calvin Klein dresses fit this bill. They are chic and ladylike without being stuffy and many options are perfect for the office and with the right shoes and accessories would look great for a wedding as well!
This weekend only, The Bay has all Calvin Klein dresses for 50% off. Check it out if you are in need of a dress for spring!
This weekend only, The Bay has all Calvin Klein dresses for 50% off. Check it out if you are in need of a dress for spring!
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