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5 Favorite Walmart Purchases

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I have not been this excited to write a blog post in a very long time. Today I was posting a few of my favorite products on my Instagram stories, but then realized that they were all from Walmart. SO I had the best idea to create a blog post for you and leave all of the links so you can get your hands on them as well.

So as you keep reading, you are going to discover my favorite Walmart purchases! I hope that you enjoy this post. I plan on writing a part two and maybe even turn this into a series.

  1. Pioneer Woman Slow Cooker $29.84 Marked Down from $39.99
This bad boy saves me from slaving over the stove in this Bakersfield heat! I love it and use it any chance that I get. There are plenty of crock pot recipes on Pinterest to try out. Follow my crock pot board for inspiration.

2. McCormick Garlic and Herb Black Pepper and Sea Salt $3.74

I use this guy in everything that I cook. It’s soooooo good. Take my word.

3. Stovetop Kettle $19.48 Marked Down from $24.00

She’s Bad. I’m a little old school when it comes to my coffee. I love using a stovetop kettle.

4. Pioneer Woman Knife Set $49.97 Marked Down from $59.97

This isn’t my photo, but I do own this knife set and now can’t live without it. Thank you Pioneer Woman, you are life goals.

5. Better Homes and Gardens Candles $6.97

These candles are amazing! They are super affordable, smell great, and fill up the house. I love the Bath and Bodywork candles, but they can get pretty pricy. At Walmart, I can get four for the price of one. Who doesn’t love a good save?

I hope that this post has inspired you to shop your local Walmart very soon, I love Target, but sometimes you can’t beat Walmart prices. If you have any of these products, let me know what you think of them. Also, I would love more Walmart recommendations.

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I Have Started an Etsy Shop!

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This project has been a long time coming. Hello there, I am writing this post to make sure that you know the good news. I have started an Etsy Shop, and it’s ready for you to shop.

My shop is full of handmade bows and bow holders. I have a ton of little girls in my family and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to create something so relevant.

The name of my shop is MyBellaDawn, and I named this after my niece. Head on over to my shop to check out everything that I have made. I will also be taking custom orders soon. I hope that you love all of the hard work that I have put into this project. Trust me; there is a lot more to come.

I will also be making a post all about how to open your own Etsy shop. So stay tuned for that.

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Smile with cariPRO Electronic Toothbrush

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If you know me at all, then you know that my smile means the WORLD to me. I have always been obsessed with how white and clean my teeth are. If you don’t believe me, just ask my Aunt Cindy, she’ll tell you.

With that being said, I have some very exciting news for you. Smile Brilliant has recently launched their cariPRo Electric Toothbrush!

They have been so kind and have sent it to me to try out and share my thoughts with you.

I would first like to say, if you have never used an electronic toothbrush before, then you are missing out, they are a game changer. My teeth feel so much cleaner and whiter since I started using the cariPRO. I strongly believe that this toothbrush gets the job done.

There are 5 different settings to choose from, I personally love the white setting. I feel like it not only cleans my teeth, but it helps prevent stains from my coffee or tea.

Clean, White, Massage, Gum Care, Sensitive

The set that I received came with the Ultrasonic toothbrush, two brush heads, and a charger.

Did you think that I was going to share all of this awesome news with you and not host a giveaway? Silly you! Make sure that you enter for your chance to win! All you have to do is click right here! Entering is so simple, all that you have to do is; click the link, enter your name, and email address. It’s really that simple.

If you just can’t wait for the giveaway and need to buy your toothbrush right now, you can use the code bakersfield20 for 20% off.

If you have questions about any of the Smile Brilliant products, you can click here to get to their FAQ page.

I have worked with Smile Brilliant a few times and they have never let me down. I love them and will always order through them. #smilefearlessly

Make sure to follow Smile Brilliant on all social media @smilebrilliant.


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My Stagecoach 2019 Must Haves

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Ah, Stagecoach is right around the corner! I’ve been waiting for this weekend for a long time! I purchased my ticket back in September. Today I thought that it would be perfect to share some of my must haves for an event like this. I am hoping that this post will help you if you also have a festival to go to!

  • My first must have is my Plus Zone Chafe Stick. During music festivals, I am always rocking some cute, and heat friendly fashion pieces. Some being shorts, skirts, dresses, you get the picture. Chaffing is a no-go for me, so I need to protect myself from the pain. For more information about the product, I have a video on my IGTV and an Instagram post that you can go check out!
  • Killer fashion is an obvious must-have for ANY music festival. Need I say more?
  • Sunglasses, SPF, and chapstick are critical, the heat is unreal!
  • Phone charging bank, the picture taking is non-stop
  • Water bottle
  • Comfy shoes
  • Hair ties
  • Wet ones (it’s dirty)
  • Advil, unfortunately, headaches are a thing
  • My last must-have is to have a good time. Enjoy the weekend and make memories.

Keep a look out on my Instagram for all of the fun photos! If you are going to be at Stagecoach, I would love to meet up with you.

5 Goals for Instagram

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I have been on Instagram for over four years now. In that time, my style and interest have shifted dramatically. Today I am sitting down to let you in on my new goals for Instagram. These are goals that I believe will help to grow and inspire those that follow along with my life.

  1. I like to constantly set new goals for myself to see what I can achieve. As of right now, my follower count is at 3,417. My number one goal is to get my follower count to 5K. Yes, I do understand that my follower number isn’t what matters the most, but it feels good to know that my Instagram is growing.
  2. My second goal is to try something new. Sometimes I get overwhelmed by the lack of time that I already have, so I don’t always get to try different things. I am going to make it a priority to go visit new places and have photoshoots at times that I typically wouldn’t.
  3. Another Instagram goal of mine is to post on my story at least once a day. I know that people are looking at stories more now than they are posts on the grid.
  4. Becoming more steady with posting. Sometimes, as I said before, time slips away from me. Then before I know it, it has been 4 days since the last time that I shared anything with you. I’m going to push myself to become more consistent with everything on Instagram. Taking photos, posting, and interacting with more people and brands.
  5. My final goal for Instagram that I’m going to share with you; is to become more inspired and roll with it. Sometimes I forget to just take a minute for myself and live in the moment. The only way that my Instagram can thrive, is if I also thrive.

To wrap up this post, I just want to thank you for reading along and taking a look into my Instagram goals. I encourage you to sit down and write 5 of your own goals for whatever you would like to achieve. I am going to turn this into a series and call it my 5 Series. I know, typical, but whatever works.

If you are not already, make sure that you are following along on my Instagram. Send me a message and let me know that you came from the blog. I love meeting and chatting with new people.

My Favorite Vitamins

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Now that I am getting older, this is the perfect time to make sure that I am taking my vitamins. I am mezmorized by these Thrive Thyroid and Metabolism vitamins.

These Eu Natural Products are perfect for me. I have been going to the gym a lot more and theis will help to regulate my metabolism and promote hormonal balance.

They are vegetarian and gluten-free.

I picked up my Thrive vitamins from Amazon

Make sure to check out the other vitamins that are sold from Eu Natural.

Favorite Native Products

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When I find amazing products, I have to share them with you. I have discovered a new brand and I’m living for it!

  • Body Wash
  • Deoderant
  • Mini Deodorant
  • 2 Bar Soaps

These products are sulfate and paraben free! I love products that are made with safe ingredients. Did I mention that they are also cruelty-free?

I’ve received the starter pack from Native, which retails at $30. That isn’t bad for all of these products, plus they have more to choose from. They have different products from toothpaste to body wash.

Make sure that you head over to Native!

When you make your purchase, make sure that you use the code 20_bakersfieldbeautyblogger for 20% off of your entire order.

Product Review: Olay Clay Stick Masks

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I know that I have been gone for a little bit now, but I am back and better than ever. Expect more blog posts coming to you soon. I recently had my nails trimmed down so now it’s that much easier to type! #GirlProbs.

Today I have a product review for you. I have been hearing all about how amazing these clay masks are, so I had to find out for myself.

These little guys retail for $13.49 each, which isn’t too bad for a drug store brand. I picked them up at my local CVS.

There are three different masks;

  • Olay Glow Boost White Charcoal Clay Face Mask Stick

  • Olay Pore Detox Black Charcoal Clay Face Mask Stick

  • Olay Fresh Rest Pink Mineral Complex Clay Face Mask Stick

I am always in need of a good detox and some glowy skin.

So I picked up the two masks that would fulfill my needs. Let me just say, I am 100% happy with my choices. These masks are so easy to use, they are mess-free, and travel-friendly!

I don’t have to worry about using a brush to apply the mask, I don’t have to worry about getting my hands dirty, and I don’t have to worry about the lid getting messy. It is the perfect mask for me.

The packaging is adorable and easy to use, it makes me want to use it all of the time.

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As for my skin, it has been clear and glowy, just the way I like it!

I am giving this product a 10/10 for sure. Have you tried it yet? If not, what are you doing with your life?