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As you saw on my recent Charlotte Today Beach Bag Must Have segment, I featured the Vivitar DVR 850 W. I adore this compact camera. My fav feature? it's WATERPROOF up to 10 feet! I can't wait to use it at the beach. It has a rechargeable lithium ion battery, 8x Digital Zoom, and a bright 2.4" LCD. Want to win one of these awesome cameras? Well guess what.......I'm giving one away to a lucky Pretty in the QC reader!!!
Just enter here
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Now that I've gotten your attention, I wanted to tell you about a new procedure I recently learned about called CoolSculpting.
CoolSculpting is a non-invasive procedure that literally freezes your fat cells away. You seriously read that right....it FREEZES those pesky love handles away. How cool is that?! The cooling process eliminates the fat cells underneath the skin and due to the fact it's not a surgical procedure.....there's no downtime! Each treatment lasts only a hour with many patients seeing noticeable results after the first treatment. Although I have watched many videos and read many interviews about CoolSculpting, I haven't had the procedure done just yet.
As a working mom, there's absolutely no time for me to go thru lipo or any other procedure of such. I am fascinated by the fact this treatment lasts only one hour and how you may continue seeing results even months after your treatment...after only ONE treatment at that! It truly sounds to good to be true.
Maybe you diet and exercise but still can't get rid of that little baby pooch.....even I have one from having Little Miss Pretty in the QC. From the before/after photos, it looks as though CoolSculpting could be the answer to all of our prayers.
So what does the CoolSculpting team have to say about themselves?
Here’s the skinny: developed by Harvard scientists, our unique, patented, clinically proven procedure involves freezing fat cells without damage to your skin. There’s no knife. No suction hoses. No needles. No lasers, even. After your treatment, you get on with your busy day.
On average, you’ll see a 20% reduction of fat in the treated area after one visit. You can lose even more with additional appointments, if you and your doctor deem necessary. What does that mean? Simply put, your clothes fit better. You look better. The fat cells are naturally eliminated from your body over the following few months, leaving you feeling more like yourself again. It’s totally non-invasive, FDA-cleared, and there’s usually no downtime whatsoever — unless you count reading a book or checking email during your appointment as downtime. How cool is that? And what’s more is there are no pills or supplements and as long as you maintain your weight with normal diet and exercise, your long-term results should remain stable. Hello, you again.
My Charlotte friends have an opportunity to learn more CoolSculpting at Alive after Five. Learn more about this new procedure all while enjoying cocktails,music and friends! Seeking a Charlotte doctor who performs CoolSculpting? Check out http://www.letsgetnaked.com/charlotte and sign up for a "Cool Night Out Event"
Bye Bye fat cells! Let's Get Naked!!!!
CoolSculpting is giving away a VIP weekend getway for two to Los Angeles to stay at the W Los Angeles and receive the ultimate celebrity experience poolside. PLUS a free CoolSculpting treatment before your trip to help you get bathing suit ready! Enter HERE today until June 30th.
What have you gone thru to get rid of the final flab? Would you be willing to try CoolSculpting or HAVE YOU? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
***Disclosure: Compensation was provided for this sponsored post . The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of CoolSculpting or it's affiliates. As with any procedure, please consult your doctor regarding treatment.***
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When I was a little girl, my mother would tell me if I could take really good care of a fake piece of jewelry then I could have something REAL. Having a "real" diamond or gold or even silver item was something I longed for. I could tell the difference between a cubic zirconia and diamond at the age of 10. Just sayin' (as my children would say).
Having two girls, I knew the time would come for that special piece of jewelry. I was recently introduced to My Diamond Obsession thanks to Jessica from Jessica's Coupons, a long time friend of mine that I knew I could trust. This woman knows how to find a deal. My Diamond Obsession is an online retailer of jewelry at reduced prices.
I was thrilled to receive this Stainless Steel Cable Bracelet with Diamond Hearts. At an affordable price of $99, it's the perfect start to your special girl's REAL jewelry collection.
(Of course I had to try it on too!!!)
My 13 year old fell in love with this diamond cable bracelet and wears it daily. I told her if she can take care of this diamond, then she will get additional pieces for her collection down the road.
My Diamond Obsession wants to help begin your daughter's jewelry collection so they are giving away one of the above bracelets to a lucky Pretty in the Queen City reader!!!! All you have to do is enter below!
Compensation was not received for this post however I did receive one cable bracelet. All opinions are my own. My Diamond Obsession and Pretty in the Queen City promote Blog With Integrity.
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Tania from Pure Natural Diva wants to know: "What is Your Biggest Character Flaw?" While I have many, I was brave enough to share just one with you!
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Rain Cosmetics Returns to the Stage as the Official Cosmetics Sponsor of the 2012 MISS USA® Pageant
LAS VEGAS- May 9, 2012- Rain Cosmetics announced today a continued partnership with the Miss Universe Organization as the Official Cosmetics Sponsor. The Las Vegas-based beauty brand, who made it's pageant debut last summer, will sponsor the 61st annual MISS USA® Pageant, which will air on NBC Sunday, June 3 (9-11 p.m. ET) from the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas at the Theatre for Performing Arts.
The fun and flirty cosmetics line gets its inspiration from and is based in Las Vegas, the city that the Miss USAPageant calls it's home away from home. The company's lightweight, long-wearing products with rich pigments and high-definition finishes will allow the 51 beauties to showcase their flawless faces both on and off camera.
"We are happy to welcome back Rain Cosmetics as the Official Cosmetics Sponsor for the 2012 Miss USA Competition," said Paula Shugart, president of the Miss Universe Organization. "Their long-lasting, high quality cosmetic line will provide our contestants with the camera ready look they need for their stay in Las Vegas andthe night of the competition."
Rain Cosmetics owner, Lori Montoya said, "Rain Cosmetics is thrilled to continue our partnership with the Miss Universe Organization. Last year was a huge success, and we are excited to work with another great group of contestants. Our long-wearing formulas have the rich pigments and staying power that will help them put their best faces forward during the competition."
Rain Cosmetics and their team of professional makeup artists will work with the Miss USA contestants during their two-week stay in Las Vegas, including the preliminary competition and the live final broadcast.
About Rain Cosmetics:Rain Cosmetics is the first makeup line born in Las Vegas—inspired by the city's glamorous nightlife. With its sleek, chic packaging, richly pigmented colors, and high-definition finishes, Rain is rapidly becoming as celebrated as the city the products are named after. From Peepshow and The Strip to Velvet Rope and StretchLimo, the eye shadows, lip glosses and foundations are synonymous with celebrity style.
For more information,visit: www.raincosmetics.com and follow the brand on Twitter @Rain_Cosmetics.
About Miss Universe Organization:The Miss Universe Organization, a Donald J. Trump and NBC Universal joint venture, is a global community empowering role models of beauty, health and leadership for young women of today. As part of the Miss Universe Organization, Miss USA is dedicated to partnering with charities around the world, and to increasing awareness of breast and ovarian cancers. For more information, visit: www.missusa.com and follow them on Twitter@MissUSA.
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Belle’s of the Ball
Get the look of Hollywood’s leading ladies!
As one of fashion’s most anticipated red carpet events of the year, the gowns at Monday night’s Met Gala ball did not disappoint. With Anna Wintour’s stamp of approval on each look and many one-of-a-kind designs showcased, we’d expect no less, and surely know there would never be a case of “who wore it best”. Except that is, when it comes to the hair.
A-listers Jessica Alba, Hilary Swank and Amy Adams all stepped out with deep side parts and voluminous curl sets a la 1940s Veronica Lake, signifying that old Hollywood glamour is back.
To get the look at home, follow these easy steps from Samy.
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Thank you to Tout for sponsoring this post and encouraging me to share mom’s best advice! Visit the SELF + The Honest Co. + Tout contest on.self.com/MomKnows to share the best advice you received from your mom and enter to win $500 worth of The Honest Company product and a Maya Brenner Designs necklace valued at $200, in addition to having their Tout featured on SELF.com. Additionally, for every response a donation will be made to Baby2Baby.
When asked what the best advice I ever received from my mom.....I didn't have to stop and think very long. The best thing she's ever told me? YOU CAN DO ANYTHING YOUR HEART DESIRES, NO MATTER WHAT ANYONE ELSE SAYS. I never really understood the significance of this until I was much older. As a child, she probably got a few eye rolls with a response "yeah, ok mom.....whatever". Now that I'm 30 years old (and from the Elvis days per my lil man) I finally "get this" statement from her. I....you....any of us can do ANYTHING our heart desires....no matter what anyone else says.
My mother always taught me that I should never let anyone stand in my way. People are going to talk. You are going to cause ripples in still water. Before she became sick and on disability, my mother was inches away from being the first female partner within the accounting firm she was employed. Back then, it was unheard of for this to happen....especially in the smaller towns that we may consider "behind in times". Being a woman did not stop her from going after what she wanted and what she loved.
I've taken the same mentality with me throughout my life. When I was growing up, it was expected you go to college and begin your career immediately after. A couple of years later you were to marry and have children. I didn't want the white picket fence life. It wasn't me. My heart did not desire this. I wanted to go out and experience everything I had been sheltered from. I knew there was so much more out there and that there was something "for me". I had many people try to tell me how wrong I was in walking away from college and moving away from my family (including my mother) but for me......I needed more.
By going against the standards and following my heart, I was a successful model and award winning international business owner by the age of 26. Take that society!
Let's go one step further.....each of us who write articles, blog, review products or even play on social media all day......we have been told at some point that what we are doing is not worthy, is not a real career, is just a hobby. Guess what?! We've followed our desires and now get paid to do what we LOVE....provide our thoughts, our opinions and our lives with readers across the world.
Thank you mom for this advice.......without that encouragement.....I just might have been "normal" but what fun would that have been?
Thank you again to Tout for sponsoring my post. Visit on.self.com/MomKnows to share the best advice you received from your mom. Fans and readers can reply directly via webcams at www.Tout.com, through Tout’s mobile application, on www.Facebook.com/TheHonestCompany and www.Self.com/health/mothers-day in addition to other promotional sites. Viewers can watch the entire stream of replies on the Tout widget on http://www.self.com and share their favorites to their Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest pages, as well as by email and SMS.
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I am OBSESSED with the latest and greatest find in the ever changing world of teeth whiteners. Aside from mascara, this is one of my fav products to review.
I recently had the opportunity to check out REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® Stain Dissolving Strips. These strips fight tough surface stains. This girl has to have her red wine and let's not forget coffee so it's necessary that I whiten my teeth consistently. REMBRANDT® has created these awesome strips that whiten your teeth in 2 weeks. Not bad, right?
In my opinion, the best thing about this product is the fact that the strips DISSOLVE. That's right ladies and gentleman, you don't have to remove them. After about 5-10 minutes, they disappear with nothing to remove and leave your mouth with a fresh minty taste. I love this feature as I am always running to meetings and events. I can easily apply these and let them dissolve while I'm driving to my destination. So cool (and effective!)
I even recently featured REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® Stain Dissolving Strips on my Charlotte Today Segment . See below.
So what's your favorite teeth whitener?
REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® Stain Dissolving Strips dissolve on your teeth in minutes to easily remove tough stains caused by coffee and wine. Get a whiter smile in 2 weeks.
REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® Stain Dissolving Strips & REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® toothpaste together:
REMBRANDT® INTENSE STAIN® platform uses 3x Triple Action ActiShield™ technology to:
Remove: helps gently remove tough stains like coffee, red wine and tea
Repel: works like an invisible shield to help repel future stains
Restore: strengthens the enamel to help prevent daily acid wear
Visit www.rembrandtboutique.com to learn more or purchase REMBRANDT® products.
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Compensation and product was provided by REMBRANDT® via Glam Media to facilitate my review. Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies is a sponsor of Glam.com. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of REMBRANDT® or Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies.
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This week's Queen City Pretty is Mara Campolungo, the co-founder of The Sandbox. The Sandbox is a non-profit that walks with families whose children are affected by cancer or life-altering illnesses.
Mara took time out of her busy schedule to share with me her inspiration, her success and even a few beauty tips along the way.
What inspired your interest in creating the Sandbox? I have always had a passion for serving the community. In fact, my personal motto is, “positive thoughts breed positive actions”. The Sandbox provides me with an opportunity to spread hope, love and service to those who need it most in our community. If we can encourage people to continue believing despite challenging conditions, then I know we’ve done our part to breed positive actions.
What moment can you say was that defining moment that you had succeeded in something you have worked hard for? Great question, I would say one of the defining moments occurred last year when our organization hosted “An Evening of Stars” for 100 patients of Levine Children’s Hospital. It was a magical experience from start to finish. Just the smiles on the children’s faces were indescribable; that day, we were able to provide these children with lifelong memories and it’s an accomplishment that’s priceless to us at The Sandbox.I invite you to share the experience through our video: www.YouTube.com/GotSandbox.
What beauty regimen do you go through on a daily basis? I wish I had some top-secret beauty regimen to share with you, but I am a keep-it-simple kind of person. My hair is not a laborious task, so I’m usually spending most of my time applying makeup, which usually consists of: mascara, eye-liner and lipstick.
What is your beauty product must have? Oh, this is easy, our Believe wristbands. They are stylish, hip and a total must-have for any season!
If I were to peek in your makeup bag, what would I find? My signature Believe bands.
What spa/salon service can you not live without and where do you go to get this service done? I am a regular at Virtue Salon and Spa; usually I am getting my hair thinned and trimmed and my favorite manicure and pedicure. When you spend as much time in The Sandbox as I do, it’s essential that you maintain your hands and feet.
Who is your beauty icon? I cannot say that I have just one beauty icon. Instead, I would say that every one of the children I’ve met through The Sandbox personify beauty icons in my Sandbox.
What is your definition of Beauty? I believe true beauty is housed in the heart and can only be revealed through love.
Any last words? I feel blessed and humbled to be surrounded by a community of wonderful volunteers and teammates in The Sandbox. Together, we are able to lock arms and walk with families at one of the most difficult times in their lives.
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