The other day my husband and I were discussing birthdays, and suddenly he said, "You know what? On your birthday you'll be the sum of our children's ages!"
Thank you, dear. I needed to hear that.
Take it from an aging redhead: one day you're gonna wish you had worn sunscreen. So I thought I'd share with you my best skincare secret. Here it is:
Yep, Oil of Olay. Look for "Olay complete" on the label. Its SPF rating is just 15, but don't let that fool you. Besides the chemical sun barrier, it also has a physical barrier to the sun: micronized zinc oxide.
Now for my frugal tip: If you use liquid foundation, save the bottle when just a little foundation is left. Then fill the bottle using your sunscreen. Shake very, very well. Maybe even stir a little with a cotton swab. And voila! You've got tinted moisturizer in just the right shade.
And if you want to train your children's brains, do what my husband did: have them come up with the mathematical formula for when your age will be the sum of their ages. Have fun with that.
What a great tip! I love this and will definately try it! Thanks So Much!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great tip - one I'm going to try very soon.
ReplyDeleteNow, tell me. Has your husband almost recovered from the bonk on the head you gave him?!
I knew you were smart, but who knew you had such clever little pearls of wisdom like this? Can't wait to try this one!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing!! I am excited by this tip and can't wait until I almost out of my liquid foundation. Also, thanks for recommending the Olay complete. I almost bought some just yesterday, but I thought: I don't know anyone who uses it. Now I do. = )
ReplyDeleteI sometimes I do mix moisturizer and foundation on the back of my hand because the foundation is often too opaque...so this is a great idea. Also, many burnt noses later, I have finally decided- sunscreen every day! Thanks for the tip!
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What a FANTASTIC tip!
ReplyDeleteI have tinted moisturizer that I use now, but will have to keep that idea in mind when I run out!
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Oil of Olay is my secret weapon against the sun, too. I have fair skin that is very sensitive and it really works for me. My daughter is a redhead, and sunscreen is a must for both of us! Thank you for a wonderful blog. I just found it, but I think I'll be back to read more!
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