Organize your wardrobe in an easy way

Is your closet a mess? Do you have problems finding an outfit? Do you even know what you have in your closet? Do you wish it was more organized, so you could easier find an outfit? Well, I know I do. I know I have tons of clothes and accessories, but I do not have an overview of everything in my closet, and I wish I had. After googling a bit, I found a solution to my problem: digital closet organizer.

Basically a digital closet organizer organizes your clothes and accessories into categories and color coordinates it, so you have control of everything in your wardrobe. This is a cheaper way to organize your closet, if you cannot afford buying a bigger closet. 

I found this digital closet organizer app in Mac App Store, called Dress Assistant. It was easy to download it, and I started with my jewelries. I took pictures with my phone of all my jewelries, transferred them to my Mac, and dragged the items over to the program into the respective category. Once I did this with all my pictures, I labelled each item with color, description and size. Then I sorted them after color. This organization will take a while, but I personally think this is worth it. I have to admit, this is the first time I have an overview of all my stuff, and what type and color jewelry I have too much of, and what I am missing or have less of. 

The Dress Assistant also allows you to put together outfits for events (it even has an event planner), you can edit color and light on each picture, and sort clothes depending on the weather. Nevertheless, you can make several wardrobes, for instance for your mum, your sister or your boyfriend. Even though it does not have all the categories you personally prefer, you can create, add and drop categories you don't need. 

Below you can see a screenshot I took of my Dress Assistant, where I have started to sort my jewelry. 

You can download the app from Mac App Store, and search for "Dress Assistant". The price is $19.99 or NOK 140. A bit expensive, but to me it is worth it if it makes my life easier, and my closet more organized.

The only thing missing in this app, is that I wish it had subcategories, and that it would be an easier way to sync between iPad, iPhone and Mac. 

So far I am happy with this product, and I hope to have taken pictures and organized all my stuff before I go back to Hawaii, so I don't buy more stuff I don't need in the future. There is even an iPhone app which you can download, and it is much cheaper than the Mac version. I think there are several wardrobe organizers online, but this is the only one I've tried. You should read upon each wardrobe organizer before you buy it, so you know it suits your preferences. Happy organizing!

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How to instantly refresh your skin around the eyes

Do you have dark circles under your eyes or puffy eyes? Does the skin on the corner of your eyes starting to feel wrinkly? Do you have dry skin around the eyes?

Well, here is an instant-helping product against all these problems - the eye roll-on. (Remember that they are supposed to be of instant and current on-the-go-help, not necessarily a problem-solver in the long run. If you are looking for something longer-lasting you need eye creams/ other products and other alternatives.)

I have the one from Sephora's own brand called Instant De-puffing Roll-on Gel. It instantly makes your eyes feel fresh and moist. This is a on-the-go product that you can use whenever you feel dry or not so fresh. I recommend that you use an eye cream or moisturizer first before you apply this. Have this in your hand bag, and touch up whenever you need it. It is pretty fast and easy to use, and gives you a cool and nice feeling after applying. This product is perfect when the weather is hot or the air feels dry. It is also supposed to make your skin feel brighter when you apply it on. The price is pretty cheap compared to many other eye roll-on gels.

From Sephora's own brand - $15. Image: Sephora. 

There are many other similar products on the market. I have not tried the products below yet, but here are some suggestions.

I found this eye roll-on from Garnier called Anti-dark Circle Eye Roll-on, that is supposed to be against dark circles. It is hydrating and full of caffeine and lemon essence (lemon has brighting elements in it). This roll-on is tinted, which gives you some more color than the other invisible eye-roll ons. This might be better for those of you who have dark circles. It comes in two shades; light and medium. It is allergy tested and non-greasy. This is something I might want to try out when I finish the one I have from Sephora, especially when the price is very fair.

$ 13 at www.garnierusa.com.
(I am pretty sure you can find this at regular drugstores in Hawaii and the rest of the US.
Image: Garnier

Another product is from YSL called Top Secrets Eye Roll-on Pen. It is supposed to be quickly absorbing, give you radiance, be effective against tired-looking eyes and make your skin around the eyes look fresh and moist. This pen has a exclusive and classy look than the others mentioned, so this might suit for people who like quality of the package. Unfortunately, the price is rather high.

$44 at Nordstrom. Image: Nordstrom.

Last, but not least, as Ole Henriksen is one of my favorite brands, I wanted to suggest this eye roll-on called Ultimate Lift Eye Gel Roll-on (which I would love to try). It is supposed to fit all skin types, and comes in a .5 oz/ 15 ml tube. According to the Ole Henriksen's webpage, it is supposed to give you instant eye lift, as the name indicates. Furthermore, it has a cooling feeling when you apply it on, and should reduce puffiness and fine lines. It contains peptides (that should boost production of collagen and elastin to make your skin firm), arginine (works against wrinkles) and cucumber. The price is okay, but it is not the cheapest of the suggested products.

$28 from www.olehenriksen.com.
Image: Ole Henriksen webpage.

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Enlighten Me Skin Tone Corrector

I just bought the serum from Ole Henriksen I told you guys about before (here) that I wanted to try out. It is called the Enlighten Me Skin Tone Corrector. According to the Ole Henriksen homepage, it is suitable for all skin types. The texture of the serum feels a bit greasy once you pump it out, but when you massage it into your skin, it absorbs quickly and does not feel sticky at all. It is a serum that is supposed to lighten the skin with THC, lactic acid, lemon and mulberry extracts. It is recommended to use this at night before your moisturizer on clean skin. I use it every night, and even sometimes in the morning also for extra effect.


Since I have scars after acne and uneven skin tone, I thought I will try this out. I have used this for like a week or two, and already I see some improvement. Small, but visible improvement. I am thinking if I  keep this up, my skin will look a lot better within 4 weeks or so. I will update you guys about this after 4 weeks, and tell you if it really worked on me. What I also noticed is that my skin definitely got smoother and more even than before. My skin does not feel as "bumpy" as before. And nevertheless, it smells like lemon (from the lemon extract, I assume)! The only downside to this product is the price! It is kind of expensive, but you just need a small amount, so this will probably last you a couple of months. So far, I'm happy with this product.

The serum costs USD $ 48.
Image: From the producer

ingredient benefits

Vitamin C Stimulates collagen production
Lactic acid Provides gentle exfoliation and cell renewal
Lemon extract Cell proliferating, astringent
Mulberry extract Natural fading agent, alternative to chemical lighteners or kojic acid

Source: www.olehenriksen.com

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Pink Diva

I have a thing for pink right now. Pink nail polish, pink lipgloss, pink sprinkles on your ice cream, you name it!

Pink is a very flattering color on a sunny day in the summer. Especially on tan skin. I got this cute pink nail polish from Copenhagen, when I visited Mango there earlier this summer. It is an unknown brand, so I'm not sure if you can get it anywhere but in that store. However I am sure you can get something similar in stores or online. I fell in love with this shade of pink right away. As a icing on the cake, I found a matching lipgloss from Calvin Klein.

 

 






Look, it even matches the ice cream sprinkles!

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Boost your skin with this beauty secret!

Like many other people, I also do struggle with very dry skin on my body. I learned a few tricks or two over the years to fight this. What's better than share one of my beauty secrets with our readers?

The secret is - BODY OIL. For several years I have been using body oil to keep my skin hydrated and soft. I usually use Johnson & Johnson baby oil, because it is cheap and simple, and it moisturizes pretty good. But the last couple of years, I have found Bio-Oil. It claims to work against scars, stretch marks, uneven skin tone, ageing and dehydrated skin - or at least improve the skin. This one is much thinner than baby oil since it contains "PurCellin oil", so it should absorb better into your skin. It is preservative free and has natural oils like lavender, chamomile, rosemary and calendula, and vitamin A and E.

I bought this oil after reading fairly good reviews about it online. (Generally, I recommend everyone to read reviews about a product online, if you are not sure whether to buy it or not.) To be honest, I have not seen much difference in acne scars or stretch marks (maybe because I am not good at using it every day), but it does moist your skin pretty good. I recommend to use the Bio-Oil right after you shower, since that gives you the best effect by locking in moisture. Even though it says you can use it on face and body, I only use it on my body. You are supposed to apply it twice daily for at least 3 months. If you are pregnant, you should apply it more often and for a longer time to avoid stretch marks.

Either way, it works as an extra boost to hydrate your skin in combination with your regular body butter/ moisturizer, if a regular moisturizer is not enough for your skin. (We recommended our favorite body butter and body lotion earlier here, which can be combined with this body oil.)  Bio-Oil is fairly priced, and you can either buy it online, or get it at drug stores such as Long's. The Bio-Oil also comes in different sizes depending on your need. If anyone tried this product, please leave a comment under the post. Thanks!

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Our favorite body butter and body lotion that makes a difference!

Pineapple:

Do you have super dry skin? Does it even itch sometimes because it is soooo dry? Well, I admit it...I do. I even get eczema on my elbows, especially in the winter since cold weather makes your skin even drier. I tried pharmacy brands such as Apobase and other heavy creams, that are supposed to help against this. But it did not help me. One day my friend showed me Shea Body Butter from The Body Shop. I have tried other types of body butter from this brand, but nothing have worked in the same way such as the Shea Body Butter. In days I saw improvement against my dryness and eczema. It really made a difference! It feels heavy to begin with when you take some in your palms, but it does not feel greasy. It really hydrates your skin, and leaves no residue. After using this product, my skin is much softer, even and moist than before. It is perfect to use after shaving. Just let it soak in for a bit, before you put your clothes on. And the smell....Mmmmh, I love it!

The only downside is that it cost 170 NOK in Norway, which is about US $28. You can buy it online at The Body Shop's homepage here for only $19 for the regular size (6.9 oz). This one is also available in jumbo size (13,5 oz). There is also a store at Ala Moana Mall where you can get it. When I go back to the US, I am sooo getting a couple of the butters. 

Mango:


I am also a huge fan of Body Shop. Actually my love of the mango scented Body Shop products was partly how I earned my nickname. I use the shower gel, the body scrub and the new multi-purpose beautifying oil (I use it for the hair). I have tried the Body Butter, and while I love the feel and texture of it, my skin does not. My skin is pretty smooth with occasional dryness, but for some unknown reason, it has always had a very hard time absorbing lotions. Most sunscreens and moisturizers will leave me shiny for hours and hours, and if I apply lotion or moisturizers before going to bed, I still feel it on my skin in the morning. For people with this problem, I do not recommend the Body Butter, as it is very thick. Instead I recommend using the Mango Whip Body Lotion. It has the same effect, but it is a bit lighter and therefore absorbs better and faster. If you get the Body Butter for this skin type like mine, you will just end up washing off a lot of it next time you shower. If I have a really dry spot I use the Body Butter, but otherwise I stick to the Body Lotion, which really works wonders on my skin. And don't you just feel better when you smell like the tropics? I know I do!



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A new makeup brand from Victoria's Secret - VS PRO Makeup

Victoria's Secret just launched their new makeup brand called VS PRO Makeup. This includes primers, powder, concealer, face illuminator, eye brightening pens and so on. They are supposedly inspired by the world's top makeup artists, and these are the results.

The prices are pretty affordable, and range from $ 12 to $ 18. They remind me of Sephora's own brand, and if they are as good as them, I might wanna try some of the products. If I do end up trying out some of these, I will definitely write a post about it.

You can buy them at the VS shop at Ala Moana Mall or in Waikiki (Kalakaua ave). They can also be bought online here.

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