DIY Eyebrow Grooming

January 17, 2022

If you are reading this post, there is a good chance that you are female, over 27 years old, maybe a mom, and need some serious grooming. If the last two years have taught me anything, it is how to take care of business (aka my eyebrows) myself. After not going to the salon for threading for over a year, I saved a lot of time, but I also saved a lot of money by problem-solving my brows.

About three years ago, I got micro-blading done (see the photos and full post here), and until I can get them re-done by the same aesthetician, I have been using these four tools to keep up with my brows.

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Eyebrow Pencil By Benefit

I have talked to many of my friends and we all agree that even our eyebrows thin out over time. I fill mine in daily with this pencil by Benefit (#5) to combat thinning eyebrows.

Many other pencils on the market have similar colors and price points, but not all of them last as long as this one does. After testing them all for you, this one is the clear winner. It also doubles up as a quick eyeliner if need be; try it!

Nair Wax Strips

These gentle strips are perfect for even the most sensitive skin and get rid of the more thin and fine hairs that you can’t get with tweezers and scissors.

CALA Tweezers

Speaking of tweezers, this CALA set is by far the sharpest and most precise tweezer set I have ever used! I used to use Tweezerman until I discovered these; now, I keep a set in my car, too, for touch-ups on the go.

Flawless Hair Remover

I own about five of these! My tweens use the Flawless to groom their eyebrows and upper lip. Even my husband has used it! It is the easiest and most painless way to remove unwanted hair on the face quickly. Add this to your cart and keep it in your car; it will come in handy!

I hope this post delivers on something you need to put your best face forward every day. For more of my favorites on Amazon, check out my storefront!

Your Chick,

Rina

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Time to Tidy Up! Clear Your Counters with This!

November 28, 2021

I feel so fortunate to have reconnected with an old friend and mompreneur that has created a product that solves a problem that we all have – clutter! This pegboard created by my friend Alexandra Rice is multi-functional, sturdy, practical, and affordable!

This board is made with real pine wood and makes an excellent gift for students heading off to college, individuals who always lose their keys, women who need more counter space, and so much more!

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This sophisticated pegboard is lightweight, easy to install, and stylish.

I used command strips to hang my pegboard and free up my counter space to organize my makeup. As you can see, the difference is dramatic.

Add this sophisticated pegboard to your cart on Amazon today! This is a thoughtful and useful gift for that special someone this holiday season.

This product is created by a fellow female entrepreneur! Support small businesses!

Check out all the ways it can be used.

Thanks, as always, for checking out my post!

Your Chick,

Rina

Note: Compensation for this post was provided by Alexandra Rice. The opinions expressed here are my own.

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How to Land More Collaborations in 2021!

December 9, 2020

Gosh, it’s been nearly two years since I wrote this post about how bloggers make money, and already I have so much to add.

At the time I was knee-deep in affiliate programs and blog sponsorships. Since then and after joining many platforms that bring brands and influencers together, my opportunities (and cash) have multiplied month after month.

“It has always been my goal to either inspire, educate, or entertain with Chicks and Salsa.”

Many collaborations come through to my email. MOST I hustle for. The rest I get matched for on one of the platforms I am going to highlight below. Just as I did before I wanted to share all the platforms on which I have successfully landed paid and gifted collaborations with companies I love.

Here is a list of platforms that I highly recommend creating profiles on to get matched with companies looking for people JUST LIKE YOU. No audience is too small, engagement numbers are equally as important.

Once you have created your profile, it is easy! You just apply to campaigns you are eligible for or interested in and wait to hear from the brand.

Here they are:

I have worked with L’Oreal, Aveeno, Coola, GUIDE Beauty, Spa Science, KRIS Wines, and more via Aspire IQ.

I have worked with Hand in Hand, Hollywood Browzer, CVS, SIJO, Good To Go, and more via Cohley.

I can’t say enough about how much Fohr has taught me! They have excellent influencer-forward education that they share on a weekly basis on their YouTube channel. I also suspect that many of the emails that come to me with opportunities, come via Fohr.

I am new to this platform but they recently ran a campaign with BVLGARI and I was part of their KISS Nails campaign.

CLEVER has many awesome opportunities and works with many big names and familiar brands, however, I have been unable to land an opportunity with anyone yet (here’s to 2021!)

I discovered Shopping Links when we met with the founder at ThinkTank in Chicago in 2019. Since then they have partnered up with high-end brands like INTERMIX, NYDJ Jeans, Double Icon, and more!

MAVRCK recently partnered up with Express for their Winter Campaign, sadly, I was not part of this.

To learn more about affililate programs, please refer to my earlier post.

For a referral to RewardStyle (it will help you get in), please email me [email protected]

As always, Your chick,

Rina

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Save or Splurge: Liquid Eyeliner Edition

September 2, 2020

For years I have used Lakme liquid eyeliners, but as my visits to India grew few and far between, I have learned about so many new ones that are easy to use and …CHEAP!

There is no reason to spend $26 on a liquid liner when you can spend $5 on something that does the EXACT same thing, am I right?

This post is not sponsored and after using two different liquid liner brands, I HAD to share the new Wet N Wild Break Up Proof liquid liner available at Ulta and Walmart for $5.99.

How I wear my eyeliner — Most day, I keep it simple with one of these looks.

For those of you who prefer a pencil for less precision or a smokier look, for $2.99, their retractable eyeliner rivals my all-time fave Definedly Black by MAC – at a fraction of the cost.

Take a peek at all the ways you can rock these eyeliner combinations for less than $10! You won’t regret adding these to your cart.

For an even more dramatic look, check out my video review on Ardell’s Magnetic Liner and Lash.

Your Chick,

Rina