Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 117
July 10, 2013
How to Tell If Your Makeup Has Expired
Don’t rely on your memory to tell you when you bought that perfume. To ensure you're not using products that are past their prime, affix a dated sticker or a piece of masking tape to the bottom of the jar or tube. 
Google’s New Summer Travel Savior
Google announced today a much-anticipated upgrade to its maps app. Two features caught my road-warrior eye: 1) Real-time traffic maps can now make your life a bit easier. Rather than wincing when you see that long line of red on your Google map indicating miles of unbearable traffic, when applicable, the app will alert you: “Faster route now available” with […]
Today’s Thought
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July 9, 2013
15 Hair Products We Love for Under $15 from InStyle.com
With my curly hair, I've always been a huge fan of hair products. I've tried everything, from drugstore products that tame frizz, to salon recommendations that define curl.
So, when I stumbled upon this list of 15 hair products for under $15 from our colleagues at InStyle.com, I just had to check it out.
So, when I stumbled upon this list of 15 hair products for under $15 from our colleagues at InStyle.com, I just had to check it out.
Shoes For Summer Showers
Summer storms pose quite the fashion quandary: it's a little too hot for rubber rain boots, but puddles and wet pavement quickly destroy leather sandals. For a solution that's not flip flops, look to strappy sandals made from rubber or "jelly" material.
Avoid DIY Fails With Darby Smart’s New Kits
If you've ever tried to recreate a gorgeous DIY project you saw on Pinterest only to have said project turn out more like your four-year-old's latest arts and crafts endeavor, this new product is for you.
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July 8, 2013
The Do’s and Don’ts of Treating a Burn
With barbecue season in full swing, your chances of accidentally burning your finger (or palm, or arm) are on the rise. You probably already know what you should do if that painful accident befalls your skin (run the burn under cold water, then apply a loose bandage), but do you know what you should never do?
How to Prevent Sun-Damaged Hair
The summer may be the best time to enjoy the great outdoors, but all that fun in the sun can do a number on your locks. To prevent the sun and chlorine from damaging your hair, follow two smart tips from celebrity hairstylist Kristan Serafino: 
Whimsical Flower Girl Idea from Loverly
Want your little ladies to really stand out? Skip the flowers and send them down the aisle with an oversize balloon bursting in your signature palette. Can you say frame-worthy photo?
