S E L F C A R E w/ P A N T E N E

This post is sponsored by Pantene.

Hello Loves! xx

Today I wanted to talk about selfcare! Never heard of her? Is “selfcare” a friend that only comes around 10 minutes once a week? If so, same! Also, I feel you and I see you girl! Truth be told, I NEEDED this blog post for myself! Especially while I’m spending so much time at home.  

We all wear so many hats these days. The world tells us to “Have a job.” “Outwork everyone.” “Stay fit.” “Get 8 hours of sleep.” “Eat healthy.” “Participate in service/donate.” “Marry.” “Have a family.” “Build a home.” And the list goes on. None of these things are bad. In fact, most are wonderful! BUT, who has time to work their job, and overtime, then work out, then grocery shop, THEN cook a healthy meal, and send some baked goods to a neighbor, then date/fall in love, marry the partner of your dreams, have kids, keep your kids alive, and pay your bills. Let me tell you who, NO ONE! (Unless you do. In which case, I applaud you!) Let me be transparent when I say in the Allen household, it takes a village! (A large village at that!) 

Most days I don’t have time to brush my teeth thoroughly. I stay up until 11 or 12 at night working so Chloé doesn’t have to go without her mum. I never go to the bathroom without my baby sitting on my lap. I try to wash my hair and keep up on my personal hygiene once a week! IT’S IMPORTANT! Now, I’m not trying to complain. I’m just explaining the reality of so many of our lives. We’re stressed. Pressed. We’re lacking time. And we (I) are most definitely lacking our needed dose of selfcare! 

I’ve been a fan of Pantene since I was in Jr High School, and thank the heavens for them, they’ve helped me get the most out of the time I do have when I can utilize a bath alone, wash my hair, and indulge in some serious selfcare! 

 The Pantene Nutrient Blends Fortifying Damage Repair withcastor oil shampoo and conditioner is the perfect wash and rinse not only for hair care but also for selfcare on your wash days! It’s made of blends inspired by cultures from all around the world! It keeps my hair feeling good and clean, protects and repairs damaged hair, it smells divine, it’s sulfate free, and it makes me feel like I’m getting back to being me. Not me the “mum” or me the “work -until-midnight chick” but actually ME. The girl who likes to play with makeup and giggle at TikToks while her hair air dries! It’s nice. And I deserve it. YOU TOO! You deserve it! 

On the days I don’t get that time, it’s still important to me to feel somewhat put together. The Pantene Mist Behaving Dry Conditioner Mist from their Waterless Collection is made to help us get through the week during non-wash days. I’m not just talking dry shampoo. I’m also taking dry conditioner. (Yeah guys, it’s a thing, and it’s a game changer!) 

This Pantene trio has been a game changer for me, and I know it would be for you too! And again, YOU DESERVE IT! To feel good, to have some you time, to have a good hair day any day you want!

For me it’s plain to see, I feel better when I’ve had time to keep up on my appearance even if the time is scarce! I’m grateful for Pantene’s Nutrient Blends and Waterless Collections. They help make it possible and easy! <3 

 What do you do to indulge in selfcare? Does it sound like this?! What about keeping up on you for you? Leave a comment below! I’d love to hear about it! I’m with you and I see you! 

P A N T E N E T I M E H A C K

Once I became a mom to Chloé, catching some me time became scarce! (I don’t even have time to go to the bathroom somedays!) I’ve often felt gross and just dirty from changing diapers all day, bring spit up on, and not having the time to hop into the shower! 

Lucky for me though, I just found a new dry shampoo + dry conditioner and it’s unreal! It’s the new Pantene Waterless Collection that includes the Never Tell Dry Shampoo Spray and theMist Behaving Dry Conditioner Mist! It helps me look, smell, feel clean in just a matter of seconds! (And I can go 7-8 days without washing my hair which is a HUGE time saver!) 

When my hair is greasy and needs a wash, I grab my Pantene Never Tell Dry Shampoo, lift up my hair -section by section - and spray the dry shampoo directly into my roots (or wherever my hair is in need of refreshment most)! This Never Tell Dry Shampoo Spray is one of the only dry shampoos I’ve tried that doesn’t leave the white residue in your hair, which is AMAZING! And then, I will massage it into my scalp for about 8 seconds! (Just to disperse the productfully at my roots!) The Pantene Never Tell Dry Shampoo Spray has Pro-Vitamin B5 and wild mint that gives your hair a fresh start by absorbing dirt and oil. 

After I’ve applied the Pantene Never Tell Dry Shampoo Spray, I grab my Pantene Mist Behaving Dry Conditioner Mist and spray from the mid-shaft to the ends of my hair, and then brush it through! It is infused with Omega-9 lipids that fully absorb to your hair and helps maintain any frizz I have and makes my hair smell amazing! And it make it silky soft! This is the first dry conditioner I’ve ever tried and I’m so in love with it! 

I repeat these steps daily until I have time to wash my hair! I used to only go 3 days between washes, and now I can go 7-8 days between washes when I use this Pantene duo! It takes me about 2 hours to wash, dry, and style my hair, and it only takes me 1 minute to spray on this dry shampoo & conditioner!

Let’s be real here, I think all of us find ourselves running late, feeling overwhelmed, or just not having enough time for everything! The new Pantene Waterless Collection is one way we can simplify our lives & help put some hours back on our clock! If it helped me, I know it can help you!

If you’re looking to simplify your life, or just need some extra time in your day, you need to try the new Pantene Waterless Collection!!!! Pick yours up now at Kroger – I promise you won’t regret it! 

M E K: U P +

Dress // Sandals // Necklace // Earrings // Self Tanner // Lipstick // Magnetic Lashes

Hey babes! Below is EVERYTHING I use from skin care to makeup to tools to hair products! All you have to do is click on a pic to shop an item! These are all items I SWEAR BY! (I would die without them.. and probably look like a toad hahaa!)

In the past I’ve written out why I love the products I use, but I’m not going to do that today. Why? Because I’m FINALLY working on a video so I can SHOW + TELL you how to apply/style and why I loovvee these products! 

Honest truth, all of these products are SOLID GOLD! If you’re buying any new beauty products, don’t you dare get it unless it’s on this list! TRUST ME BABES! 

P.s If there’s a product you love/swear by, tell me by leaving a comment below! I would love to order it and try it out for myself! And if it’s good, Imma add it to this list! 

P.p.s If you have any questions about any of these products, you can also drop a comment below and I’ll get back to you!  

O R I B E

Shampoo // Conditioner // Oil // Texturizing Spray // Dry Shampoo 

The secret to better looking (and better smelling) hair isn't much of a secret anymore! <3 I found Oribes line about a year ago while I was visiting a local blow dry bar and instantly became hooked to their line! (It smelled like heaven, it felt amazing, and my hair was shiny for days!) 

I googled Oribe right after my appointment and ordered everything the blow dry gal had used on me. (Gold lust shampoo + conditioner & their oil.) Since then I've added a few more of their products to my routine, like their texturizing spray & dry shampoo! (Anndd their perfume bc it just smells too friggen good.)

Those of you who have followed the blog for a while know that I'm a firm believer in "you get what you pay for." Guys, quality over quantity any day! I swear in the long run, it's always worth it! Wether it's a pair of jeans that are more durable, or a foundation that last longer, there's always a reason for the price, and the reason is it's WORTH it! Oribes products are pricier than some, but man oh man are they worth it! 

Oribes shampoo & conditioner not only make my hair look/feel better, but also lasts longer than any other washes & rinses I've ever used! My hair stays cleaner longer, so I'm not washing as often. I also don't need as much product to get the job done!  

In the past, I would use oil on my hair every single day! (You kind of have to with extensions!) But with Oribes oil, I only need to apply it once per wash and my hair stays looking glossy and beautiful! ( and I wash every 4-5 days.. so that lasting shine is impressive! Also, don't judge how long I go in between washes hahaa!) With the dry shampoo I use, I could even go longer! (But that's disgusting so I don't!) I use Oribes dry shampoo every other day and my hair looks and smells as good as the day I washed it every time! And if it ever looks too clean, or needs a lil umph, I add the texturizing spray! It adds volume, texture, and a bit of stick to style! (I can't go anywhere without the dry shampoo or the texturizing spray.. I carry the travel sizes with me in my purse!) 

Oribe also has a few new products that I'm DYING to get my hands on! They have a new shampoo + conditioner called Silverati that works like a purple shampoo! (Tones the yellow down and brings out the cool tones!) The other product I need to try out is called Matte Waves! Supposedly it gives your hair that hot, voluminous, beach waved look! And let's be honest, that's pretty much the only look that matters right now! 

Thanks for stopping by loves! Hoping you all have a good hair day (; xx

C H E V E U X

Lace Dress // Leather Jacket // Booties // Fringe Bag // Chain & Choker // Dry Shampoo // Photog: Jessa Kae  

Keeping it Sunday appropriate with this beautiful lace dress & leather jacket that I snagged from Bella Ella Boutique! This gorgeous little number also comes in maroon & black, (hello fall) and I may or may not have it in all 3 colors! Decisions are rough guys! (;

Aside from this outfit, I have to share another purchase that I'm crazy about right now! This Klorane Dry Shampoo! 

Many of you would agree when I say that washing/drying your hair SUCKS! (Men don't know how good they have it!)  Most women go a few days inbetween washing their hair, which is GREAT! (It's healthy to keep your natural oils in & will actually help your hair grow!) BUUTT, some women aren't as fortunate and have to wash daily! 

I was one of those "daily" washers until I turned 17 and discovered baby powder. AKA the universal solvent to all my problems. Hair oily? Baby powder. Shoes smelly? Baby powder. Face shiny? Baby powder. It seriously works for everything! I still LOVE baby powder and use it for just about everything!.. But, I have definitely been made fun of for it in the past. And you constantly smell like a babies bottom. (And if you ask my dad or Chase, that's not the most pleasant smell hahaa!) 

To rid of my baby bottom scent, I've been on the search for a new product to help my hair & replace the baby powder! And I FINALLY found one! I was at Sephora snagging some makeup and saw an entire section filled with products to try! And since Sephora has an amazing return policy, I snagged 4 and tested each one out to see what worked the best! 

There was NO COMP! This Klorane dry shampoo KILLED the others! It has an amazing, natural scent, It has a very clean + dry feel on my scalp, It has tons of power, And it lasted longer than the others! (I only have to use it once every 2 days!) And the best part about it is that I've noticed my hair starting to GROW! I didn't realize it before, but I'm positive the baby powder was damaging my hair!  

I've also come to find that this dry shampoo is an Allure "Best of Beauty" winner 4 years and counting! (All of a Allures beauty winners are AMAZE!) So if you don't want to take my word for it, take Allures! <3 Try this puppy out, I swear you won't regret it! xx