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Sunscreen recommendations summer 2018

 in Beauty / Eyewear / Hats  tagged american cancer society / fresh / lancome / milly / summer 2018 / sun protection / sunglasses / supergoop by

pictured from left: UPF sun hat in black / rose gold and black sunglasses / Lancome sunscreen SPF 30 / Supergoop with Milly SPF 50 setting spray / Sugar Fresh lip sunscreen (LOVE this product! Avl in several colors!) / SPF 40 setting powder /

There are over 91,000 cases of melanoma diagnosed every year, according to the American Cancer Society. This is a large amount of cases. Although melanoma is treatable by a medical professional, do you really want to end up at that point? There is nothing scarier then finding melanoma on your skin, and wondering how the biopsy will come back! Yikes!

The best way to prevent melanoma, and hopefully never find yourself waiting for biopsy results, or worse; going through chemo to treat it, is to protect yourself now! There are so many ways to prevent melanoma, it makes prevention easy!

Let’s start at the top; our heads. I have owned a San Diego Hat Company hat for fifteen years now; and I love it! Their hats offer UPF protection (the fabric version of SPF) which is a great addition to wearing sunscreen on our skin. Love it! I highly recommend one of their hats! Here are my favorites for summer 2018:

In addition to hats, it is important to wear sunglasses in order to protect your eyes. Look for lenses which block UVA/UVB rays for ultimate protection. This doesn’t prevent melanoma, but it does protect your eyes; might as well protect everything you can!

The most important way to combat melanoma, and protect your precious skin, is to wear sunscreen. I love this facial sunscreen by Lancome, this lip protection by Fresh. In addition, a setting powder with SPF is a great addition to wearing facial sunscreen; I love this one by Supergoop. With three kids running around, I have found the easiest way to protect their bodies is with a spray-on sunscreen, such as this vitamin-infused one by Supergoop.

Even if you aren’t planning on being outside, it is a good practice to wear sunscreen everyday. The sun can touch your skin walking to and from the car, it goes through car windows; and even windows in your home. Always be protected and prepared!

To learn more about Melanoma, please visit the American Cancer Society’s website for further information.

Shop my favorites sun protection products for summer 2018:

Today is National Melanoma Awareness Day, so be sure to look for posts with the hashtag #MelanomaMonday on social media; and remember to protect yourself against the sun!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Espadrilles for summer 2018

 in Shoes / Trends  tagged espadrilles / summer 2018 by

from top left: gingham espadrilles / golden espadrilles / silver thong espadrilles / black toe capped espadrilles / black wedge espadrilles (I own these and love them, super comfy and classic-and under $100!) / black low wedge espadrilles (I own these and they are fabulous everyday, go-to espadrilles!)

Summer is almost here! This means we need to get our footwear game ready for soaring temperatures. I love wearing espadrilles when it’s hot outside. They let your feet breath, keeping sweating to a minimum, and offer so much comfort! Even espadrille wedges fell like soft pillows under-foot! Love!

This summer espadrilles are being shown in several fun styles this season. You will classic flat styles such as the golden pair shown above, as well as two-tone styles, and prints. Also, look for wedges with either an ankle strap that ties or buckles. Since shoes with twists and ties on top are hotter then hot in the footwear world right, you will find them on espadrilles this summer as well.

There are so many cute espadrilles for summer 2018 on the market right now, so I narrowed it down to my favorite styles and assembled them into the shopping widget below. I hope you love them!

Shop espadrilles for summer 2018:

Which espadrille style is your favorite?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Home is the key | Chico’s and Habitat for Humanity

 in General Fashion  tagged charity / chicos / habitat for humanity / outfits / SOMA Intimates / summer 2018 / white house black market by

chicos and habitat for humanity

pictured: blue and silver earrings / lipstick / necklace / pink tee c/o Chico’s / mother of pearl and silver cocktail ring / blue nail polish / black stretch pants c/o White House Black  Market / black satchel / black wedge espadrilles (so comfy!)

bottom photo: orchid pajama set c/o SOMA Intimates / water bottle c/o Chico’s / book c/o Chico’s /

I’m so excited to to announce this to you! If you already follow Chicos, SOMA Intimates, and/or White House Black Market, you may already know that the company has partnered with Habitat for Humanity. If not, you will love this!

Chico’s FAS and Habitat for Humanity have empowered women to build strength, stability, and independence through housing. Their amazing partnership has allowed Chico’s to make a difference through financial support and volunteer hours. Since 2001, Chico’s FAS has partnered with Habitat for Humanity in Southwest Florida where they are headquartered.

Chico’s has provided countless volunteer hours and financial support to build 41 homes which have helped families in the Southwest Florida region. For 2018, Chico’s is sponsoring Habitat’s 2018 Women Build program and the company will empower 40,000 women nationally to learn construction and leadership skills while aiding other women with decent, affordable housing. Love this! Through shelter, they empower!

Now the fun part, you can help! Now through May 31, 2018, you can help by making a donation to Habitat at Chico’s, White House Black Market, and SOMA Intimates boutiques nationwide. You can also contribute online at ChicoFAS-cares.com. In addition, a portion of sales from certain products will also benefit Habitat. Love it!

Here are some fun facts:

  • Habitat has helped 3.2 million people since 1976
  • Habitat is the #3 private home builder in the U.S.
  • In a stable home, children are 116% more likely to graduate from college.
  • The stability and security of home-ownership allows families to pursue careers, further their education, and watch their children thrive.

You can learn more about Chico’s FAS is supporting Habitat’s Home is the Key campaign by visiting chicosfas-cares.com or ChicoFAS-cares.com

XOXO

Cathy

*thank you to Chico’s for partnering on this post. all thoughts and opinions are my own

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