Disclosure: I partnered with Neutrogena and Latina Bloggers Connect for this post, however all opinions are my own.

People are always surprised when I tell them how old I am. Late 30’s is where I sit. Often I’m told I could pass for a 20-something, which is all sorts of amazing until I look at pictures of myself when I was ACTUALLY in my 20’s, at which point I cringe a little.

That said, I attribute my somewhat youthful looks to 1) genetics, but also 2) preventive beauty care! I have been diligent about sunscreen and not spending too much time in the sun for years. I have my momma to thank for that pearl of wisdom/advice.  Neutrogena has always been the brand that I turn to for help!

Neutrogena has a huge variety of sunscreens for every member of the family. They even have a baby cream formula that I really like (not pictured below).  Here are the ones I pulled in preparation for Memorial Day weekend:

Products pictured above:

NEW CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Stick Broad Spectrum SPF 50+  $10.49

NEW CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 30  $9.49

NEW CoolDry Sport Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 70  $11.49

Wet Skin Kids Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 70+  $9.49

Wet Skin Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 85+  $11.50

Ultra Sheer® Face + Body Stick Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 70  $10.99

Ultra Sheer® Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30  $10.49

I wear sunscreen on a daily basis. I substitute my moisturizer for the Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch formula most months of the year. On occasion, I also wear the baby version of this formula. It’s sheer enough that it doesn’t alter the look of the makeup applied and most importantly helps to provide the coverage I need!

I was asked on Instagram whether I “truly like this sunscreen brand/formula” and the honest truth is yes! I do! It’s a brand I’ve bought for years, and one that I plan to continue buying. I highly recommend it and think you would love it too!!

With summer coming, make sure you protect yourself and others from those damaging UV rays. I know I will be!  And remember: Kids are more likely to adopt healthy habits, like applying sunscreen, if they see their parents/other adults doing it.  So set a good example for future generations. 🙂

Until next time! Stay ‘Chic’!

 

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Neutrogena and Latina Bloggers Connect. The opinions and text are all mine.

It’s been a while since I wrote a ‘Luxe for Less’ post.  I used to write these a lot when I was a post-doc, but have written less of them since I joined faculty.  Time is much more limited, which also means I have less time to peruse websites for great deals.

But, I found one recently, so I had to share it with you!  A while back I found a Chloe Marcie look-a-like at Target, but it sold out so quickly that I didn’t have time to write a post about it!  I’ve featured it on Instagram several times and have had a lot of interest about it.  I was recently perusing online and found a Luxe for Less version to share!

For those of you unfamiliar with the Chloe Marcie satchel, see below.  It’s a cognac, leather crossbody bag with intricate detailing.  It’s wonderful.  As a mom of two, a crossbody is the perfect bag to carry when I have my kids in tow.  It frees up my hands, and if roomy enough, allows me to carry my wallet, kiddie snacks, pull-ups, wipes, and hand sanitizer.  The list is really endless, but you get what I’m saying.  Anyhow, my Target satchel allows for all that, and this Chloe satchel does too, but the price tag is a little scary.  At least for this frugal fashionista.  This Chloe satchel runs you a hefty $795 buckaroos.  Ouch.  That’s nearly a month’s worth of daycare tuition, so for the time being…no gracias!

 

Cue the French Connection satchel.  It not only comes in this lovely, versatile cognac color, but in cream and black too!  This satchel is not leather (save the animals!), has an adjustable strap to serve either as a crossbody or shoulder bag, and only wants 14oz.  If you are shopping online or in-store and want to inquire about the bag, use the following codes: Online inquiries: LCS16_V30JG | Store Inquiries: #34211841.

What’s the best part??  They are only $42.50 a piece!  Even better, if you shop through eBates, you get an additional 4% rebate.  So, in all, a pretty great if you ask me!  Happy Shopping!

Oh, and don’t forget….please vote for me!!  I have the opportunity to snag a spot on the cover of Redbook Magazine this fall.  I’m super thrilled!  But, I need your votes.  You can vote once per hour on multiple devices!  Please vote!  Thank you!! http://bit.ly/1M3KHBJ

Until next time!  Stay ‘Chic’!