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Jennifer Lane

Beauty Maintenance During Quarantine

Beauty

26 Apr

It’s the least of our worries, but I know I’m not alone in saying, “I need my hair done and a mani so badly!” 

For the first month of quarantine, I pushed off doing my own nails and hair because I normally have them done professionally.  Then the stay-at-home order got pushed back again for thirty more days in Chicago. Realizing it would still be a little while — and needing a good distraction — I took matters into my own hands (no pun intended) and gave my skin, hair, and nails a little TLC! 

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Here is what I am doing/using for beauty maintenance… 

*My Nails… 

I have been using this nail kit to give myself an at-home manicure.  My goal was for my nails to look ‘better’, but was realistic in knowing they weren’t going to be perfect! I have done these steps a couple times now and I think they’re a whole lot better than they were!

I start by using a dab of nail oil (or coconut oil!) on my cuticles and push my cuticles back with the tool in the kit.  Then I remove any excess skin and cuticles with the clippers.  I like my nails square with rounded edges, so I just file them straight and shape the corners.  I love using the Deborah Lippmann nail hardner and use it as a top coat too! Deborah Lippmann also makes my go-to  nail polish because I am really sensitive and love that her products are 7-FREE.  It’s a pretty simple regimen, but it works for me… at least until it’s safe to go get a professional manicure!

*My Hair…

Now a question I have been getting a lot… how is your hair still so bright and light? I will be honest and tell you that my hair is naturally pretty light (dirty blonde).  When I get it professionally done, I typically just get highlights.  Since being quarantined I have tried not to touch it because I was terrified of messing it up! However, just like my nails, the continued stay-at-home order had me feeling that my hair needed a little life and TLC! It really needed highlights… badly, but I was in no way going to take the chance and do highlights on my own! I decided to use products I have used previously in between getting my hair highlighted.  They are products that I know have worked from me and are also user-friendly!

To lighten up my blonde locks a bit, I have been using purple shampoo and conditioner.  (A must have if you have blonde hair!!) I also have been using a clarifying shampoo.  The clarifying shampoo helps get rid of any build up.  I have noticed that the clarifying shampoo also makes my hair look super shiny and a bit lighter! You can use a clarifying shampoo on any hair color and I highly recommend it. However, it does dry out your hair a bit, so I would suggest following it with Olaplex Hair Perfector.  This treatment has literally changed my hair… it strengthens hair, reduces breakage and overall just look and feels much better.

After I get out of the shower and towel dry my hair I use a bit of leave in conditioner and mix it with these amazing purple drops.  The drops are also great for blonde hair as they help to brighten and lighten it up a bit.

*My Skin…

I have always had a pretty ‘healthy’ diet and tend to eat — and enjoy — a lot of fruits and veggies, and have continued to.  I did start adding Vital Proteins Strawberry Lemon Beauty Collagen into my water  about a month ago and I think my skin looks more radiant and my nails are growing quicker — or maybe it’s just the lack of makeup and manicure?! Either way, I love the taste so I’ll continue to drink it!

As far as products go, my skin tends to be pretty sensitive so less is more! I swear by La Mer Moisturizer.  I know it’s a splurge, but honestly it’s one of the only products that doesn’t irritate my skin and really hydrates it.  I’ll say it’s the one skincare product I have used for the past 5+ years that I will continue to repurchase.  For a less pricey alternative moisturizer, I would recommend Olay Retinol 24.

Chasing after a toddler and being an insomniac (by nature) my dark circles need a little love! The Strivectin eye cream is my go-to! Believe me, I have tried pretty much every eye cream out there! About once a week I have been using SK-II Facial Mask. I use the mask when my skin is feeling a bit dry… your skin will be glowing for days after using it!

I’m not a professional, I’m just sharing what is working for me! I hope they work for you too and you can give yourself a little TLC during this scary and uncertain time. I understand how fortunate I am to be able to sit here and write this post about hair, skin and nail care while there are real heroes out there fighting.

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I was born a fashionista… you would think I was wearing a hot pink tulle skirt and a cropped lace blouse, size: newborn. That’s how far back my passion for all things fashion goes — for as long as I can remember. Ever since I was a little girl the creative fashionista fire in me has burned bright, and as I sit here today I have that same spark sizzling on and on….

I think of my style as romantic and feminine — but also creative and accessible. I like to be bold and creative with my outfit choices, styling pieces that one may not think would work with another piece. I believe that confidence comes not only from within, but also how you present yourself on a daily basis. When you walk out the house wearing a cute outfit that you feel good in, you are bound to smile! I hope to give you the confidence to put on that pleated skirt that’s been sitting in the back of your closet and feel like a million bucks prancing around in it!

I hope to instill that same confidence in my precious little princess, Madeline. Taking after her mommy, she already loves playing dress up – and you better believe that she always has a smile on her face!

I have had the pleasure of working with brands such as: Amazon, Anthropologie, Banana Republic, Christian Louboutin, Henri Bendel, Rent the Runway, and REVOLVE Clothing to name just a few. I have been featured in Crain’s Chicago Business, InStyle, and on WGN-TV.

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