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Beauty Brand Spotlight: Concrete Minerals

OMG. Can you say ‘color obsessed’? Concrete Minerals is a vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, preservative-free, and talc-free makeup line that is chock full of gorgeous, saturated colors. Just as we were wishing we could own one of each item, we saw that there are discounted options to own whole collections from the site. They definitely know that they have an amazing product line! Each item featured is shown on a model so that you can get an idea of what it looks like on. The bonus is that each order comes with a bunch of free samples so that you can check out even more items from their site with no extra charge. Check out some of our favorite lust-worthy Concrete Minerals products below! Mineral Eyeshadow in Brat, $8 Mineral...

Vegan Spotlight On Lauren Toyota

Be warned. If you’ve never heard of Lauren Toyota before, her ‘What I Ate in a Day’ videos are delightfully addicting. Toyota is a YouTube star and personality. She has one channel under the name Lauren Toyota, which is her personal vlog, while the other is called Hot for Food and is all about vegan recipes. We wouldn’t be surprised if you ended up browsing for hours. In addition to YouTube, she has more content at laurentoyota.com and hotforfood.com. And, of course, as if she doesn’t produce enough content, Toyota has also recently come out with her own Hot for Food cookbook, available for purchase here. What’s great about her videos is that she isn’t one of those vegans that will devour 10 heads of lettuce for...

Get Your Fitness On With Zappos

Have you checked out the activewear section at Zappos lately? It. Is. Looking. Good. Whether you are headed to Crossfit or just want to look amazing in athleisure wear, there are a plethora of pieces you are going to want to slip into. From brands like Puma, adidas by Stella McCartney, Under Armour and Free People Movement, check out what HSL editors are coveting right now. Don’t forget! Zappos is all about free shipping and free returns, WHICH IS AMAZING! We’ve already added multiple pieces to our shopping cart. adidas Originals Crop Tank Top, $30 Show off your taut tummy with this versatile number. We especially love the idea of styling it out with harem style sweatpants and a sweatshirt tied low on the waist. Lole Essential Cardigan, $100 We...

Crazy For Smoothie Bowls: 6 Tasty Delights

Spring is almost here, which means that fruits are starting to be bountiful. Eating fruits when they are in season makes a huge difference when it comes to flavor. To get away from the lack of fresh fruits some of us experienced in the winter, here are some amazing smoothie bowls to incorporate everything from mangoes and jackfruit to oranges and strawberries. Fruit tip: We especially love freezing our own ripe fruit because when a particular fruit is in season, the prices are lower and it helps us save some money here and there in lieu of purchasing already frozen fruit. The bonus is that it will be extra sweet too. With Food + Love Green Mango Smoothie Bowl The addition of kale and hemp seeds makes this a...

From Gym To Street: Coveted Fashion Sneakers

Athleisure wear seems to get more popular, year after year, and we are not complaining. Comfort and fashion combine in this hot category and we think it is something that every woman should take advantage of. Keep in mind that these designs don’t have to only be paired with athleisure wear looks. They will look just as stylish when worn with everything from sweatpants and denim to dresses and skirts. Step out of the box with these chic trainers. Golden Goose Deluxe Brand, $495 These metallic sneakers have a distressed look to them that looks effortless and too-cool-for-school. It features the brand’s signature star and will pair easily with all other colors. Gucci New Ace Rainbow Trainers, $620 Give your look a shiny glow and Rainbow Bright hues with these...

Eye On Vegan Beauty Products

We ALWAYS write about cruelty-free beauty products, but we thought that we would one up it this time around with a post on vegan beauty products. For those of you who are looking to give your vanity a refresh for the upcoming spring season, these are some items to keep an eye on and give a try! 100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Pomegranate Lipstick, $30 Available in a wide array of colors, that are extremely wearable, this lipstick has no synthetic chemicals, is made with pomegranate oils, and is colored with fruit pigments. Featured here is the Bee Balm hue, which is natural, sexy, and great for everyday wear. Juice Beauty Sport Sunscreen SPF 30, $16 Juice Beauty is a favorite for those who love chemical-free products. Even Gwyneth Paltrow...

Workout Wardrobe Refresh With Lululemon

Lululemon has always been at the top of our list when it comes to coveted activewear. It looks good, it feels amazing, and it makes our asses look fantastic, no lie. We’ve been looking forward to the warmer spring season and plan on giving our workout wardrobe a bit of a refresh with the brand’s latest styles. New clothing will give us some extra motivation to get out there and get moving. Everywhere Duffel Heatproof Pocket, $148 It has various compartments, including one for a laptop, but the winning design is why we are drooling over this sleek and fierce bag. Wunder Under Hi-Rise Tight, $98 Not only are these comfortable, but the higher panel will keep that tummy tucked in and looking slim. TechLoom Pro Shoe Cashmere, $250 Unique and...

Exotic & Gourmet Teas To Sip On

Any tea lovers out there? We were going through the teas in our own homes and while we do love our Sleepy Time, it occurred to us that we might be stuck in the dark ages. There are a plethora of high-quality tea and tea blends out there that look so delicious and wonderfully exotic, we figured it was time to give our tea shelf a makeover. See what products are intriguing us now! Brooklyn Herborium Detox Tea, $10 This unique blend has everything from ginger and turmeric to cinnamon and olive leaf. It is meant to help assist your lungs and liver with cleansing out the body. Steep for about 15 minutes before drinking. Spices And Tease Stress Blocker Tea, $7 The name of this tea won us...

OMG Vegan Cookie Recipes

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these drool-worthy vegan cookie recipes. Vegan cookies have come a looong way! Even big companies like Betty Crocker have come out with recipes to fit the needs of various dietary lifestyles. Whether you are looking for a batch of cookies to whip up for an office party, for your kid’s class, or to nosh on while pattering around the house, these are some impressive baked goods that you are going to want to bite into. Betty Crocker Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies The Betty Crocker company has always been known for their tried-and-true recipes that get passed down from generation to generation. These cookies are made with ingredients like coconut oil and almond milk. Feasting On Fruit Sandwich Cookies Just looking at these satisfying cookies...

Stay Warm With Adorable Mittens

Don’t get us wrong. We love us some sleek gloves. But there is something so wonderful about slipping our hands into some cozy and toasty mittens for the winter season. Not only do our hands stay nice and warm, but there are so many adorable designs to try out. We wouldn’t be surprised if you wanted to start a whole mitten collection when you see how wonderful these pieces are! Cloudberry Factory Monkey Mittens, $47 A great style for those who love a touch of cuteness, the monkey design is artistic and very elegant. Kate Spade Taxi Mittens, $48 Perfect for the city chick, you will be able to spot these brightly colored mittens no matter where they are in your bag. Exclusive Workshop, $16 #TooCute! These hedgehog mittens are just...