*Clean the bathroom fan (if applicable), ceiling fans and any portable fans you use for the summer
*Bonus Task: Wash comforter(s) on beds and mattress pads/covers
*Approximate time ~ 10 minutes per fan; Bonus Task ~ time for 1-2 extra loads of laundry
*Tips: For the bathroom ceiling fan, be sure the switch is turned off then remove the cover. Rinse the cover with hot water and dry. Use the vacuum and/or a damp paper towel to remove lint and dirt around fan opening. For ceiling and/or portable fans, use damp paper towels to clean each fan blade, motor, etc.
Personal Notes: I just happened to look up at the fan in the bathroom the other day and saw lint peeking through the vent. This prompted me to remove the cover and my oh my.....I couldn't believe what I saw! The fan was installed probably 30 years ago and it looked like it'd not been cleaned since. But now it's clean and I feel so much better knowing all that dust and lint and dirt is gone!
Happy Cleaning :-)
New Series this week ~ How to find the best deals on makeup!
Monday, May 20, 2013
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
"Holy Grail" Hair Products
Since I have such a wild and crazy hairstyle, I get asked all the time, "What do you use to get your hair to stand up
like that?" So I thought I'd share with you my favorite "holy grail"
hair products, how I use them and the reasons I would cry buckets of
tears if they were ever taken off the market :-)
Now, the first time I heard someone refer to something as a "holy grail" or "HG" product, I had no idea what they were talking about. When I heard the words, "Holy Grail", I immediately thought of movies such as Monty Python and the Holy Grail or Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Both movies feature men on an adventure across the world to find the Holy Grail and they encounter many obstacles along the way. It was then that I connected the dots....an "HG" product is something that you find after an extensive search and it becomes your number one product to use for a specific purpose.
On the quest to find my "holy grail" hair products, I didn't exactly have to dodge bullets and swords or answer questions like, "What....is your favourite colour?" (Monty Python). I did, however, spend quite a lot of time wading through the maze of hair products, trying all sorts of brands and having lots of bad hair days. But finally, after trying each of these, my search came to an end. I'd found the perfect products for my hair and I was no longer interested in trying anything new.....something very odd for me because I love trying new things!
#1 - Catwalk TIGI Root Boost - Spray for Texture & Lift
*Provides amazing lift and volume at the roots of your hair
*Features a small spray applicator which allows you to pinpoint your application and apply just to the sections of your hair that need the most lift
How To Use: After washing hair, towel dry; apply Root Boost by lifting sections of hair and spraying just on the roots of the hair. Focus on areas that need more volume such as the top, crown and back of the head.
Where To Buy: Target, Walmart, Ulta, Beauty Salons
#2 - Enjoy Dry Wax - Non-Greasy, Moveable Texture, Firm Flexible Hold
*Provides amazing texture and hold without being greasy or "crunchy" :-)
*You can easily "remold" your hairstyle after applying by using the heat from your blow-dryer and styling with your fingers.
*Fragrance free so guys can use it too!
*It can be a little difficult to wash off hands and out of hair so a little extra scrubbing is necessary. But I think the benefits outweigh this little con :-)
How To Use: After blow drying hair, scoop out a small amount of wax and rub between hands to soften it; work through hair, styling into place with fingers. To soften the wax and make it a little easier to work with, you can turn your blow dryer on low and heat up the wax in the jar. Use sparingly...a little goes a LONG way!
Where To Buy: Ulta, Beauty Salons and online at FragranceNet
#3 - Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Spray (aerosol can) - Freezes Your Style in its Tracks
*Dries super fast and gives amazing hold for hours without making hair look hard and "crunchy" :-)
*Can be combed out fairly easily and washes clean with shampoo
How To Use: After styling hair, spray on hair, using short bursts.
Where To Buy: Target, Walmart, Drugstores
Now, the first time I heard someone refer to something as a "holy grail" or "HG" product, I had no idea what they were talking about. When I heard the words, "Holy Grail", I immediately thought of movies such as Monty Python and the Holy Grail or Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Both movies feature men on an adventure across the world to find the Holy Grail and they encounter many obstacles along the way. It was then that I connected the dots....an "HG" product is something that you find after an extensive search and it becomes your number one product to use for a specific purpose.
On the quest to find my "holy grail" hair products, I didn't exactly have to dodge bullets and swords or answer questions like, "What....is your favourite colour?" (Monty Python). I did, however, spend quite a lot of time wading through the maze of hair products, trying all sorts of brands and having lots of bad hair days. But finally, after trying each of these, my search came to an end. I'd found the perfect products for my hair and I was no longer interested in trying anything new.....something very odd for me because I love trying new things!
#1 - Catwalk TIGI Root Boost - Spray for Texture & Lift
*Provides amazing lift and volume at the roots of your hair
*Features a small spray applicator which allows you to pinpoint your application and apply just to the sections of your hair that need the most lift
How To Use: After washing hair, towel dry; apply Root Boost by lifting sections of hair and spraying just on the roots of the hair. Focus on areas that need more volume such as the top, crown and back of the head.
Where To Buy: Target, Walmart, Ulta, Beauty Salons
#2 - Enjoy Dry Wax - Non-Greasy, Moveable Texture, Firm Flexible Hold
*Provides amazing texture and hold without being greasy or "crunchy" :-)
*You can easily "remold" your hairstyle after applying by using the heat from your blow-dryer and styling with your fingers.
*Fragrance free so guys can use it too!
*It can be a little difficult to wash off hands and out of hair so a little extra scrubbing is necessary. But I think the benefits outweigh this little con :-)
How To Use: After blow drying hair, scoop out a small amount of wax and rub between hands to soften it; work through hair, styling into place with fingers. To soften the wax and make it a little easier to work with, you can turn your blow dryer on low and heat up the wax in the jar. Use sparingly...a little goes a LONG way!
Where To Buy: Ulta, Beauty Salons and online at FragranceNet
#3 - Aussie Instant Freeze Hair Spray (aerosol can) - Freezes Your Style in its Tracks
*Dries super fast and gives amazing hold for hours without making hair look hard and "crunchy" :-)
*Can be combed out fairly easily and washes clean with shampoo
How To Use: After styling hair, spray on hair, using short bursts.
Where To Buy: Target, Walmart, Drugstores
Coming Up Next....Learn the secrets to getting the best prices on beauty products. Stay Tuned!
Monday, May 13, 2013
Clean With Me Monday Challenge - Bathroom Lights
*It's time to clean those light fixtures in the bathroom(s)!
*Approximate time ~ 15 minutes per light fixture
Tips: Be sure your light switch is off and the lightbulbs are cool to touch. Carefully, remove each bulb and wipe clean with a damp rag, clorox wipes or a little Windex and a paper towel. If your fixture also has shades over each bulb, wipe these clean after bulbs have been removed, being very careful not to drip water into the light bulb sockets! Finally, wipe down the rest of the fixture and then replace the bulbs.
Personal Notes: I'm always amazed at how much brighter my bathroom is when I have clean lights! This is such an easy task but for some reason, I neglect it often :-)
Happy Cleaning!
*Tune in tomorrow for Holy Grail Hair Products!
*Approximate time ~ 15 minutes per light fixture
Tips: Be sure your light switch is off and the lightbulbs are cool to touch. Carefully, remove each bulb and wipe clean with a damp rag, clorox wipes or a little Windex and a paper towel. If your fixture also has shades over each bulb, wipe these clean after bulbs have been removed, being very careful not to drip water into the light bulb sockets! Finally, wipe down the rest of the fixture and then replace the bulbs.
Personal Notes: I'm always amazed at how much brighter my bathroom is when I have clean lights! This is such an easy task but for some reason, I neglect it often :-)
Happy Cleaning!
*Tune in tomorrow for Holy Grail Hair Products!
Monday, May 6, 2013
Clean With Me Monday Challenge - The Microwave
*It's time to tackle those spills and spatters in the microwave!
*Approximate time ~ 10 minutes
*Tips: For minor cleanups, use an all-purpose cleaner like Fantastic or Lysol Kitchen Cleaner and a rag or paper towels and wipe down the entire inside of the microwave. Be sure to remove the turntable or tray in the middle if you have one and clean underneath. Then thoroughly wipe down the outside including the door, handle and number pad as well as the top and the vents. For a super stuck on mess, here is a great method to loosen up the gunk and get it cleaned up in no time: Clean Your Microwave in 10 Minutes or Less
*Personal Notes: I'll admit that I try to keep the inside of my microwave pretty clean. However, it was that upper ledge and vents along the top of my microwave that were layered with dust, dirt and who knows what! But with a little Fantastic Cleaner and a few paper towels, I'm happy to report it's now ready for the white glove test :-)
Happy Cleaning!
*Want to know what this Clean With Me Challenge is all about? Click here to learn more...
*Approximate time ~ 10 minutes
*Tips: For minor cleanups, use an all-purpose cleaner like Fantastic or Lysol Kitchen Cleaner and a rag or paper towels and wipe down the entire inside of the microwave. Be sure to remove the turntable or tray in the middle if you have one and clean underneath. Then thoroughly wipe down the outside including the door, handle and number pad as well as the top and the vents. For a super stuck on mess, here is a great method to loosen up the gunk and get it cleaned up in no time: Clean Your Microwave in 10 Minutes or Less
*Personal Notes: I'll admit that I try to keep the inside of my microwave pretty clean. However, it was that upper ledge and vents along the top of my microwave that were layered with dust, dirt and who knows what! But with a little Fantastic Cleaner and a few paper towels, I'm happy to report it's now ready for the white glove test :-)
Happy Cleaning!
*Want to know what this Clean With Me Challenge is all about? Click here to learn more...
Monday, April 29, 2013
Clean With Me Monday Challenge - Bathroom Cabinets
It's time to get back to cleaning and organizing our homes! Here's this week's project...if you're up for the challenge :-)
*Clean out and reorganize bathroom cabinets
*Approximate time ~ 15 - 45 minutes per cabinet
*Tips: Remove everything from the cabinet and drawers (if applicable). Wipe down the cabinet, inside and out, including doors and knobs. Go through and toss anything that is old or not needed. Clean off each item before returning them neatly to the cabinet and drawers.
Personal Notes: I'm always amazed at what I find in the back of my cabinets or shoved in my drawers! And the layer of dust on everything is just mind-boggling! Clorox wipes were my cleaner of choice to complete this project. If this is your preferred cleaning item, be sure to test them in a small, inconspicuous spot first on your cabinets to be sure they do not harm the finish of your cabinets. Also, when I use Clorox wipes for a prolonged period of time, they can cause some irritation on my hands. To remedy this, I just put on a disposable glove while I was wiping everything down.
Happy Cleaning Everyone! :-)
Want to know what this Clean With Me Challenge is all about? Click here to learn more...
*Clean out and reorganize bathroom cabinets
*Approximate time ~ 15 - 45 minutes per cabinet
*Tips: Remove everything from the cabinet and drawers (if applicable). Wipe down the cabinet, inside and out, including doors and knobs. Go through and toss anything that is old or not needed. Clean off each item before returning them neatly to the cabinet and drawers.
Personal Notes: I'm always amazed at what I find in the back of my cabinets or shoved in my drawers! And the layer of dust on everything is just mind-boggling! Clorox wipes were my cleaner of choice to complete this project. If this is your preferred cleaning item, be sure to test them in a small, inconspicuous spot first on your cabinets to be sure they do not harm the finish of your cabinets. Also, when I use Clorox wipes for a prolonged period of time, they can cause some irritation on my hands. To remedy this, I just put on a disposable glove while I was wiping everything down.
Happy Cleaning Everyone! :-)
Want to know what this Clean With Me Challenge is all about? Click here to learn more...
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