BEAUTY Archives - Megan Hiler https://meganhiler.beauty/category/beauty/ Lifestyle and Beauty Blog Fri, 15 May 2020 00:12:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://meganhiler.beauty/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/cropped-mh-favicon-32x32.png BEAUTY Archives - Megan Hiler https://meganhiler.beauty/category/beauty/ 32 32 MY CURRENT SELF CARE FAVORITES! https://meganhiler.beauty/my-current-self-care-favorites/ Fri, 15 May 2020 00:12:14 +0000 http://meganhiler.beauty/?p=684 Happy *almost* Friday babes! ? Who else has upped their self care game recently?! I think I’ve done more face masks in the last two months than ever before ? Below I’ve rounded up a few of my current favs for you guys! Peter Thomas Roth Therapeutic Sulfur Acne Treatment Mask I’ve been using this […]

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Happy *almost* Friday babes! ? Who else has upped their self care game recently?! I think I’ve done more face masks in the last two months than ever before ? Below I’ve rounded up a few of my current favs for you guys!

Peter Thomas Roth Therapeutic Sulfur Acne Treatment Mask

I’ve been using this PTR mask for YEARS and I swear by it! I love using it as a spot treatment for breakouts + recently it’s done wonders for my pores while my facialist is closed!

Bali Body BB Cream SPF15

I haven’t applied real foundation in what feels like years.. I love this BB Cream because it includes SPF!

Vital Proteins Collagen Beauty Glow

If you aren’t new around here I’m sure you’ve heard me talk about Vital Proteins Collagen before! I love this collagen powder because you can just throw it in your water & go and it actually tastes so good!

Lapcos Sheet Masks

I love love love these sheet masks! They’re super affordable & leave my skin feeling so moisturized & refreshed! They’re also perfect for traveling, even though not many of us are right now ?

Patchology FlashPatch Restoring Night Eye Gels

Did you know that between 10 p.m. and 12 a.m. is the best times to repair skin?? These patches help reduce the appearance of dark circles, smooth fine lines & crow’s feet and encourage natural cell renewal in just 5 minutes! I throw them on right before bed while I finish up my night time routine!

Jade Facial Roller

I just purchased this Jade roller during the Sephora sale & I’ve already used it so much! Jade rolling has so many benefits including reducing facial puffiness, promotes drainage from the face, and relieves facial and jaw tension!

Olly Betime Beauty Gummies

This quarantine has messed up my sleep schedule so much! These gummies help me fall asleep fast & actually sleep soundly! They also taste like candy!!

Bali Body Ultra Dark Self Tanning Mousse

My ALL TIME fav self tanner! It goes on so easy and the color is absolutely perfect! I just ordered my second bottle!

What are your go-to self care products?! Shop mine below!

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My everyday makeup routine + Sephora Spring Savings Event https://meganhiler.beauty/my-everyday-makeup-routine-sephora-spring-savings-event/ Tue, 21 Apr 2020 00:04:30 +0000 http://meganhiler.beauty/?p=649 Happy Monday babes! Early access to the Sephora Spring Savings Event started this past Friday & it’s the perfect time to stock up on all your fav products! If you aren’t already a Sephora Insider you can sign up here – it’s free & your ticket into the sale! Scroll down for key dates, what […]

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Happy Monday babes! Early access to the Sephora Spring Savings Event started this past Friday & it’s the perfect time to stock up on all your fav products! If you aren’t already a Sephora Insider you can sign up here – it’s free & your ticket into the sale! Scroll down for key dates, what I’m shopping & for my every day makeup routine!

Rouge Early Access: April 17 – May 1   Sephora Rouge members have first access to shop the online event at a 20% off with code SPRINGSAVE

VIB: April 21 – April 29  • Insider members get 10% off event purchases online with code SPRINGSAVE

Insiders: April 23 – April 27   Insider members get 10% off event purchases online with code SPRINGSAVE

I stocked up on some new skincare from brands like Dr. Dennis Gross, Kiehl’s & Dr. Barbara Sturm! I also restocked on a few of my favorite everyday products like this Charlotte Tilbury Setting Powder!

A ton of my everyday beauty essentials are also included in the sale! Scroll down for a quick + easy soft glam tutorial and to shop!

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MY LASER HAIR REMOVAL EXPERIENCE! https://meganhiler.beauty/my-laser-hair-removal-experience/ Wed, 15 Apr 2020 23:43:10 +0000 http://meganhiler.beauty/?p=623 Hi babes! I’ve been talking about sharing this post for awhile but I wanted to wait until I was completely finished with all 6 sessions of laser before I shared EVERYTHING you need to know!! This post is a little personal but I had to share with you guys because I realized after talking to […]

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Hi babes! I’ve been talking about sharing this post for awhile but I wanted to wait until I was completely finished with all 6 sessions of laser before I shared EVERYTHING you need to know!! This post is a little personal but I had to share with you guys because I realized after talking to a few friends that my issues/reasoning for laser were much more common than I thought & I’m more than happy to give a little TMI if it helps any of you feel more comfortable in your own skin like it did for me! Let’s get started!

I had my laser done at Ciao Med Spa here in Celina, I did my bikini line which includes everything that is visible when you’re wearing a bikini! I chose to do it because I have always struggled with the worst bumps, it didn’t matter if I waxed or shaved or what products I used, it was always so irritated. EMBARRASSING! One day when I was getting a wax at Ciao we were discussing the issue, they suggested laser & I was all for it because I was thinking ahead to right now when we were supposed to be at Coachella. There was no possible way I could have worn a bodysuit/swimsuit even with a sheer coverup and I was seriously dreading outfit shopping, which is so not me!! ? I payed for my 6 sessions upfront & booked my appointment before leaving that day!

I was instructed to shave the morning of the appointment & I was honestly SO nervous! I arrived, did my paperwork & we jumped right into it! The entire session took maybe 10 minutes max. The pain was totally bearable but there were a few rough spots. I was expecting much worse! I immediately noticed improvement in the weeks following my first appointment & by session 3 or 4 I was already so satisfied with the results! My hair was barely growing, the irritation/discoloration were probably 70% better.

Around that time is when I chose to invest in a few cult favorite products that are great to use with all hair removal methods – not just laser!

  1. PFB Vanish + Chromabright – I actually purchased this before I started laser but didn’t use it consistently until after, I think it significantly helped with my hyperpigmentation/dark spots when used in combination with the laser treatments!
  2. Fur Oil – I started using this about halfway through my laser treatments like I mentioned above, I did notice a difference when shaving before treatments & my skin was so much softer!
  3. Fur Ingrown Concentrate – Throughout my treatments & still after I will get the occasional ingrown but NOTHING compared to what it was like before!! I use the Fur Ingrown Concentrate now as sort of a spot treatment!
  4. The Billie Razor – I always thought a razor was just a razor until I tried the Billie Razor!!! It really does live up to the hype, my skin feels so much better after using it & I don’t absolutely dread shaving anymore like I used to!
  5. Billie Shave Cream – When I purchased my razor kit I added on the shave cream & it really is the ultimate shave duo!

I believe using these products in addition to my laser treatments made a world of difference for me! I’m not kidding when I say I couldn’t wear a bikini in public before these treatments & now I’m 100% confident and so happy in my own skin! Below I’m answering a few FAQ from Instagram stories!PFB Vanish + Chromabright – I actually purchased this before I started laser but didn’t use it consistently until after, I think it significantly helped with my hyperpigmentation/dark spots when used in combination with the laser treatments!

How many sessions are required? Do you need a touch up? I purchased 6 because that is how my med spa bundled them! 6 was a perfect amount for me & we scheduled about 4-6 weeks in between sessions. I believe a yearly touch up is recommended but not required for everyone!

Did it hurt? This was the question I received the most so I figured I would throw it in here again! It wasn’t nearly as bad as I thought it was going to be, I think it feels like individual little hot needles poking you but it goes by so quickly!

What is the post care like? No excessive heat, hot tubs/saunas/baths for a few days but other than that you can resume to life as normal!

How do you know if you’re a candidate for laser? Your hair has to be dark! The laser can’t detect light/blonde hair. You can consult a laser technician to confirm you meet all the requirements!

How much does it cost? To be completely honest with you guys, I believe it was around $500. You can also pay per treatment which would come out to a little over $80 a session!

I’m highly considering doing laser on my legs/underarms after my experience with the bikini line & I would 1000% recommend laser to anyone that is considering it!

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MY UPDATED SKINCARE ROUTINE! https://meganhiler.beauty/my-updated-skincare-routine/ Fri, 20 Mar 2020 18:22:12 +0000 http://djj.xxx.mybluehost.me/?p=498 I think we allll could use a little self care right now, am I right?! Today I’m sharing my highly requested updated skincare routine with you all. I’ve searched high & low for products that work for me & so far this combo has done wonders for my skin! Before we dive in I’ll share a little […]

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I think we allll could use a little self care right now, am I right?! Today I’m sharing my highly requested updated skincare routine with you all. I’ve searched high & low for products that work for me & so far this combo has done wonders for my skin! Before we dive in I’ll share a little background – my skin is typically pretty normal/occasionally a little dry. As for my diet, I normally eat whatever I want (ya girl loves carbssss) but I do usually avoid sugar! I also get a monthly hydrafacial at my local medspa &  if you follow along on insta you know I SWEAR by them! Read on for my entire at home AM + PM routine! 

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The first part of my routine starts in the shower! Every morning I cleanse with my Skinmedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser, it’s super gentle & so refreshing! About 1-3 times per week I follow with my Zo Skin Health Dual Action Scrub. I normally focus this on my T-zone because that’s where my skin gets the most congested.

Post shower I love to go a little overboard on the hydration, especially this time of year! I always start with my eye products, layering the La Mer Lifting Eye Serum over top of their Eye Balm Intense! I’ve seen such a significant improvement in my undereye area since using this duo! For the face, I use Skinmedica’s HA5 followed by Zo Skin Health Power Defense. I’ve been using HA5 for a few years now & it’s by farrrr my favorite product in my arsenal! Hyaluronic acid has so many benefits including immediate hydration & improved appearance of skin texture! If I’m applying makeup after my skincare I will apply this Zo Skin Health Pore Refiner to my T-zone, I always thought a pore refiner was just an unnesecary extra step UNTIL I tried this! It’s the real deal!!

I normally finish off with a quick swipe of chapstick – recently Aquaphor Lip Repair has been my go-to! I didn’t use chapstick very much at all until I got lip filler (full video on filler here) since then, I don’t go anywhere without chapstick! 

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At the end of each day I always wipe my face off with these makeup wipes – whether I’m wearing makeup or not. After that I use my Zo Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads – these have been a GAME CHANGER in my routine! They help remove all the extra dirt/makeup/debris that your makeup wipes miss. Next, I apply a small amount of the Zo Skin Health Retinol over my entire face – I normally use this every night because it’s only 0.5% & it doesn’t irritate my skin. Retinol helps fight acne, reduce wrinkles & stimulate collagen! I always follow my retinol with a moisturizer – I love this Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Overnight Hydrating Masque because it’s so lightweight & absorbs quickly!

Last, if I have any breakouts I spot treat them with the Zo Skin Health Aknetrol which is 10% benzoyl peroxide. I always apply this SO sparingly because I have given myself a little chemical burn with it, but it’s seriously the best acne treatment I’ve tested! 

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Below are a few other items/products I use on occasion when I feel like I need a little extra skin boost!

Patchology FlashPatch Restoring Night Eye Gels – these patches deliver retinol & peptides to provide intense hydration for the eye area! They’re also currently 25% off with the code CELEBRATE!

LightStim for Acne – I’ve shared this so many times but it’s been such a huge help to reduce breakouts in a flash! It’s also super easy to travel with!

Lapcos Sheet Masks – I love the Collagen & Honey sheet masks! They’re so moisturizing & leave your skin feeling completely refreshed!

Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Gold Eye Masks – I obviously love eye masks LOL I love throwing these on under big sunglasses on a Sunday morning coffee run! 

Glow360 HA/H20 – Another hyaluronic acid product I love! This one is thicker so I use this when I feel like I need a little extra moisture!

& that’s FINALLY it! I know that was probably a little bit of a skincare overload but I love all these products & have found a combo of them works best for me! Any skincare products you swear by?! Drop them in the comments below so I can try them out! 

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HOLIDAY GIFTING WITH SKINSTORE! https://meganhiler.beauty/holiday-gifting-with-skinstore/ Sun, 08 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 http://djj.xxx.mybluehost.me//holiday-gifting-with-skinstore/ JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. I partnered with Skinstore to share their 12 days of Christmas with you babes! I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite products from Skinstore (which would also make great gift ideas for the beauty lover in your life!) I’m obsessed with these […]

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I partnered with Skinstore to share their 12 days of Christmas with you babes! I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite products from Skinstore (which would also make great gift ideas for the beauty lover in your life!) I’m obsessed with these Wander Beauty Gold Eye Masks right now, I’ve been throwing them on + wearing them under big sunglasses on my morning coffee runs LOL! Shop my picks below and use my code MEGAN25 at checkout for 25% off until the end of the month!

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BLACK FRIDAY SALES!! https://meganhiler.beauty/early-black-friday-sales/ Wed, 27 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 http://djj.xxx.mybluehost.me//early-black-friday-sales/ Nasty Gal – 60-80% off JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Francesca’s – 50% off JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Abercrombie – 50% off  JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Nordstrom – up […]

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Nasty Gal – 60-80% off

Francesca’s – 50% off

Abercrombie – 50% off 

Nordstrom – up to 50% off

UGG – up to 60% off

Mango – 30% off everything with code WARMUP

Express – 50% off everything

Forever 21– 30% off everything + an extra 50% off sale with code BLKFRIYAY

Goodnight Macaroon – 30% off everything with code GIVING30

Missguided – 50% off everything

Topshop – up to 50% off select styles

ASOS – 30% off with everything with code BIG30

Shopbop – up to 25% off full-price items, up to 75% off sale with code MORE19

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SEPHORA HOLIDAY BONUS EVENT + MY EVERYDAY MAKEUP! https://meganhiler.beauty/sephora-holiday-bonus-event-my-everyday-makeup/ Sun, 03 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 http://djj.xxx.mybluehost.me//sephora-holiday-bonus-event-my-everyday-makeup/ JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. It’s the mostttt wonderful time of the year because Sephora’s Holiday Bonus Event is back!!  I thought I would round up a few of my favs + items I purchased, I also filmed a quick video of my everyday makeup for you […]

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It’s the mostttt wonderful time of the year because Sephora’s Holiday Bonus
Event is back!!  I thought I would round up a few of my favs + items I purchased, I also filmed a quick video of my everyday makeup for you guys which includes a TON of products from Sephora! Shop my roundup by clicking on each item in the photo above and my everyday products below the video! 

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MY ULTA 21 DAYS OF BEAUTY PICKS! https://meganhiler.beauty/my-ulta-21-days-of-beauty-picks/ Sun, 08 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 http://djj.xxx.mybluehost.me//my-ulta-21-days-of-beauty-picks/ JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Hi babes, happy Sunday! Since the $400 Ulta Giveaway I posted on Instagram is officially closed I thought I would put together a quick list of my picks from their ​21 Days Of Beauty Event! They have sooo many great brands included […]

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Hi babes, happy Sunday! Since the $400 Ulta Giveaway I posted on Instagram
is officially closed I thought I would put together a quick list of my picks from their
​21 Days Of Beauty Event! They have sooo many great brands included in the sale this year! 
You can shop each of these items below or by clicking on the photos!
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FABFITFUN SUMMER BOX! https://meganhiler.beauty/fabfitfun-summer-box/ Thu, 13 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 http://djj.xxx.mybluehost.me//fabfitfun-summer-box/ The FabFitFun summer box is here & it’s filled with the best full-sized products valued at over $200! I love FabFitFun boxes because they’ve introduced me to some of my all time favorite products for just $49.99 each season! Customization is another reason I love the FabFitFun box!! You can choose products​& add-ons that you […]

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The FabFitFun summer box is here & it’s filled with the best full-sized products
valued at over $200! I love FabFitFun boxes because they’ve introduced me to some of my all time favorite products for just $49.99 each season!

Customization is another reason I love the FabFitFun box!! You can choose
products​& add-ons that you want in your box each season, like the Grace & Stella Rose Water Facial Spray!

Get $10 off your first FabFitFun box here with the code BEACHBABE!

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CASUAL OUTFIT + ANSWERING HAIR QUESTIONS! https://meganhiler.beauty/casual-outfit-answering-hair-questions/ Sun, 19 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 http://djj.xxx.mybluehost.me//casual-outfit-answering-hair-questions/ Happy Sunday everyone!! I’m spending the day cleaning out my closet & adding more items to my closet sale pile! I’m so excited for it, I can’t wait to see you guys + hang out with a few of my favorite blogger babes! For more information on the sale, click here! I wanted to share […]

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Happy Sunday everyone!! I’m spending the day cleaning out my closet & adding more items to my closet sale pile! I’m so excited for it, I can’t wait to see you guys + hang out with a few of my favorite blogger babes! For more information on the sale, click here!

I wanted to share this outfit I wore while out & about yesterday and answer all your
questions about my new extensions!! This bodysuit will be one of my go-to’s all summer & I’m obsessed with this leopard headband that is only $12!

​ I had so many messages when I shared my new extensions on Instagram stories,
so I thought it would be easiest to answer a few of your questions here!
I got three packs of 24″ tape-in extensions and mixed them with some of the 20″ extensions
I was wearing before this! Lizzie at Studio H colors my hair + applied my extensions!
We dusted the ends just a little bit (maybe an inch) just because they were getting
​caught when I would sit down & cross my legs! I thought about cutting a little bit more off
but I’m so glad I didn’t, I’m really getting used to them now & I’m loving the length!!

My natural hair is about half the length of my extensions. When I started wearing extensions & when Lizzie started doing my hair about a year & a half ago, I had just cut it to my chin!
We’ve trimmed it quite a few times since then and I’m so happy with how far my hair
has come since then! My hair care routine is still the same as before & you can read
more about it here! & let me know if you have any other hair questions!

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