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Our Favorite Organic Tampon Brand
Alright ladies, it is time for some girl talk! We are so excited to share our favorite organic tampon brand with you today. Meet, Cora. Cora tampons are made with organic cotton and are free of harsh chemicals that are found in many conventional tampon brands.Not only are Cora tampons safe (100% organic cotton, no pesticides, no synthetics, no chlorine bleach, no fragrances, and no BPA), but they are also SO effective. It gives us such peace of mind during that time of the month knowing that the tampons we are using are safe and will work well each day of our period.
Where to buy Cora? Their website has a subscription service, designed to be seamless and so convenient! They have a free trial available and you can also adjust or cancel your subscription at any time. However, if you don't want the subscription, Cora tampons are also available at Target!Let us know your thoughts in the comment section below! We hope you love Cora as much as we do, if you decide to give it a try! Also, we love discovering clean self-care products that work well, so please share any products that you love in a comment as well. xo *Cora originally gifted us tampons, but we are now totally hooked and only use Cora tampons! Thank you, Cora, for introducing us to your amazing brand!
Beauty Buys from the Nordstrom Sale
There are some really great deals right now for makeup, hair, and skincare items at Nordstrom. Below are a few favorites including Supergoop hand cream and Elizabeth and James fragrance. Enjoy and let us know what you have your eye on from the Nordstrom sale in the comments section! xo 
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Athleisure via Nordstrom
We are BIG fans of athleisure here at LSK; active wear that is chic in a casual-cool kind of way. We love the convenience and the relaxed vibe of athleisure and how it takes us from yoga, to beach walks, to coffee dates, to travel, and to the grocery store all in one outfit. Shop the post below; all pieces are from Nordstrom's current sale. xo
OUTFIT ONE: leggings | top | sneaks | kimono | sunnies
OUTFIT TWO: leggings | sneaks | top | jacket | sunnies
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Beautiful Skin with True Botanicals
Finding skincare products that are made with organic, safe ingredients is something that we are so passionate about at LSK. We love taking the time to build a skincare routine that we look forward to each morning and night; one that is simple, enjoyable, and nourishing. True Botanicals was so kind to send us products to test and we are so grateful for the opportunity! Achieving beautiful skin with True Botanicals is more than possible, but better than that, your skin will be healthy, pure, and well-nourished from deep within. Their mission is to create a line of luxury skincare products crafted with a high quantity of high quality ingredients; completely free of ingredients that are harmful to our health. We are so inspired by the founders of True Botanicals and their passionate commitment to creating products made of botanicals that help heal. We are blown away by the products that we tested and cannot wait to share the details- see below!Hydrating Cleanser: A refreshing cleanser that is effective in removing dirt and leaving your skin feeling cleansed, refreshed, and hydrated.Resurfacing Mask: Intended to be used once or twice a week in the evening; deeply exfoliating and encouraging of luminosity of the skin.Pure Radiance Oil: For use during the day or at night before bed; during the day it can be used pre-sunscreen to help sunscreen apply flawlessly. Pre bedtime, it will help encourage a healthy glow that develops over time.Nutrient Mist: A refreshing spritz for a daily-pick-me-up for your face. Made with nutrients and anti-oxidants that leave your face feeling hydrated and healthy.Pre Cleanse Oil: Created to be used before your cleanser, the pre cleanse oil removes gunk from your pores and prepares the skin for cleansing, promoting beautiful dewy skin.
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Green Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Melissa, here! I am sharing a green smoothie bowl recipe that I make almost every morning for breakfast. On the mornings that I don't have this, I have a smoothie drink, plus an english muffin with almond butter (or avocado), or scrambled eggs with turmeric. Since this smoothie bowl is so filling and satisfying, having it is definitely enough for me. It keeps me feeling full and energized throughout the entire morning. Below are the ingredients and directions!
INGREDIENTS
1 frozen organic banana
1 handful of organic spinach
1 handful of organic frozen blueberries
1/2 avocado
1 cup almond milk
1 tablespoon spirulina (I like the one from Whole Foods)
1 tablespoon hemp powder
1 tablespoon bee pollen
1 tablespoon maca
1 tablespoon ashwagandha
1 tablespoon of a moon dust (I have tried beauty and spirit)
DIRECTIONS
Put everything in the blender and blend it up until smooth and creamy! Then top with granola + a scoop of almond butter. It would also be so yummy with fresh berries on top. Enjoy! -M
Clean, Minimal, Summer Makeup
We're all about that summer glow! Wearing minimal makeup in the summer is such a refreshing thing and keeps us feeling light, bright, and fresh. Below you will find Lo's favorite clean, minimal, summer makeup items to achieve that effortless look. We would love to hear your favorites in the comments section! xo
it can be used as a lip balm, dark circle corrector, and a facial highlighter
a creamy cover-up to hide blemishes in a light, natural "un covered up" way
beautiful lip colors that are lightweight and lasting
a natural looking foundation made with skin-healing ingredients
a bronzer stick that adds color and a healthy glow to your skin
gorgeous, creamy colors that can be used on the cheeks or lips
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Two Healthy Weeknight Dinner Ideas
Hey guys! Lo and I are so excited to share two healthy weeknight dinner ideas that we find ourselves making almost once a week. We are all about healthy, wholesome ingredients + ease and simplicity. Below are two dinners that you will feel good about preparing, eating, and cleaning up! Easy to make, good for you, and a simple clean-up guaranteed. Scroll down for the details! xx image via MyDomaine
LO // The Forbidden Rice Bowl
*Forbidden rice
*Steamed or sauteed kale
*Fermented cabbage
*Sprouts
*Steamed broccoli
*Shredded carrots
*Sauteed chicken
*Avocado sauce: mix together one avocado, fresh lemon juice, and fresh garlic
--Mix ingredients + the avocado sauce in a bowl together and enjoy!!
MELIS // salmon + avo on rice
*serving size of baked salmon (6 oz) per person (bake 400 degrees for about 10 minutes)
*slices of avocado
*brown rice (I love the frozen organic brown rice from Trader Joe's- so easy)
*tamari sauce
-- Place salmon on rice, drizzle tamari sauce on top, and then put your avocado slices on top of that.
Another great addition would be some cilantro leaves. Enjoy!
Safe Fun In The Sun
Summer is such a fun season- full of travel, relaxation, and sunshine. There is no doubt though that the sun is super strong, so it is so important to stay safe while under the rays. We recently discovered the clean sunscreen brand, Coola, and love that it protects our skin from the sun while being free of toxins. Along with clean sunscreen, below are tips for having safe fun in the sun as we prepare to spend more time outside in the upcoming months. Enjoy! xx
*Big floppy hat: Not only will it help keep the sun off of your face, neck, and shoulders, but it is also a total style statement. Win-win!
*Safe sunscreen: Coola is a great brand for sunscreen that is free of harsh and dangerous chemicals. It is so important to use a clean sunscreen since you are literally rubbing it all over your skin!
*Re-apply: I am extremely guilty of not doing this. Putting on sunscreen in the morning isn't enough! Be sure to re-apply every few hours. That means if you are out for the day, throw it in your tote bag and don't forget about it.
*Quality sunnies: Investing in a quality pair of sunnies that protect against UV rays is so important. I have learned lately that investing in 1-2 pairs of quality sunnies is better than having more low-quality pairs.
*Rock a one-piece: Bikinis are so fun of course, but for a long day at the beach a one piece might not be a bad idea! Protect the tummy skin from the sun while also being totally cute and on-trend.
*Light layers: A cute tunic, or a light top + shorts, or flowy pants + a tank, are all great options to cover up when you are still outside, but have had enough sun.
the shoes (c/o) + the bag (c/o)
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Must-Have Hair Tools
Today we are sharing our must-have hair tools for healthy, easy to manage, and simple-to-style hair. These are accessories that we reach for daily when it comes time to "do our hair"- everything from my favorite comb for wet hair, to Lo's favorite curling iron. We are fans of wearing our hair down (except for throwing it up to workout) so we are pretty low-maintenance when it comes to styling tools. However, quality is very important and good-functioning tools are well worth the investment. Not only will high-quality styling tools protect your hair and help keep it healthy, but they will also limit the time it takes to get ready. Read on for Lo's favorite hair tools + mine. xo
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Melissa:
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