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How To Style Grey Sweatpants Casually

January 14, 2021 fashion

Day number 245 of quarantine and I’m lounging around in my grey sweatpants. Like many of you, here in New Jersey, we are still experiencing the effects of quarantine. Many businesses are closed and events have been canceled. With this, there aren’t many places to go to. Talk about bored out of my mind. However, I am thankful that my business is still operational. My salon has been one of the few places I have been allowed to go during this time. This leaves me lounging around in my grey sweatpants more often and I think I like it.

So I decided instead of wearing them only in the house I would style them in preparation for when outside opens backup.

What about you? Are you also wearing just grey sweatpants? If not, I recommend you grab some ASAP. They are so comfy, inexpensive, and can be styled in many ways. Today I’m going to show you how I styled them to go to the grocery store. I know it may be a little over the top but I needed to feel as if I was getting ready to go somewhere. Since I find myself grocery shopping more than ever before I decided to make it as fashionable as possible.

Who says you can’t slay in the produce aisle?

I paired my sweatpants with a casual white shirts and I found these really cute inexpensive sneakers on clearance. This entire outfit was under $75. I purchased this coat over two years ago and it has been one of my wardrobe staples. I highly recommend you invest in fall and winter coats that will last you a few years. They don’t have to be expensive, they just need to be made a quality material. I have a feeling I’m going to be investing in more lounge wear. I’m going to continue to post pictures here on my blog of how I style each piece and try to find different ways of changing up my look. This is definitely going to be quarantine fashion on a budget.

Below I’m going to list everything that I am wearing and give you all the details on where you can find these gray inexpensive sweatpants and much more. This outfit may be casual but find out what else I was wearing this day to turn heads here.

Coat HERE, Grey Sweatpants HERE, Shirt HERE, Sneakers DKNY similar HERE, Sunglasses Closetshein (soldout)

How To Grow Your YouTube Channel Using TubeBuddy

January 13, 2021 lifestyle

Tubebuddy is software installed into your YouTube channel that can help you grow and optimize your channel. In today’s post, I’m gonna take a deeper look into how I use TubeBuddy to make thousands of dollars each month on Youtube. Tubebuddy is the most important tool for any YouTuber who wants to be more serious on YouTube. Although I have the paid version of Tubebuddy however in this post I’m sharing with you can be done with the FREE version of the software as well as the upgraded software.

What Is TubeBuddy

Tubebuddy is a FREE browser extension and if you want to download – Tubebuddy for free and help me out you can use my affiliate link – HERE . Did I mention it’s free!

You can install Tubebuddy to either Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Apple’s Safari there are paid versions of Tubebuddy, but everything we are going over today is free.

Once installed head over to YouTube and sign in once you link your account and read through the permissions you’re good to go.

Is TubeBuddy Safe

Since a lot of people aren’t familiar with Tubebuddy here is the answer my coaching clients ask me all the time. Is Tubebuddy safe?

Yes, Tubebuddy is a YouTube certified company that works directly with YouTube’s API. Buddy has to go through rounds of compliance checks monthly to make sure YouTube is happy with the services they are providing. YouTube recommends this service, however, like any tool you are using at your own risk.

Top Five Ways To Use TubeBuddy

1. Videolytics – Free Videolytics is a great feature that lets you see how other successful content creators have tagged and shared their content. This is useful because it can give you a better understanding of what another creator in your niche is targeting in YouTube search, and since you are in a similar niche, it can help you find places that the creator isn’t targeting. Finding a place that the creator isn’t targeting, gives you a chance in search to stand out!

Another great thing to do is to take a look at the Social Monitor to see where their content was shared. Looking at Twitter for an example, it lets you engage with fans of that creator on another platform, and gives you an opportunity to interact with them. These are fans that have chosen to share out the content, so they’re more engaged than just your standard youtube commenter. This can you broaden your community, and lets you know what content their most dedicated fans are sharing from that content creator.

2. Keyword Explorer – Free

The TubeBuddy Keyword explorer is an expansive tool that helps you research what people are looking for around a topic! Keyword Explorer is available to free users but will have limited results, compared to paid users. If you were to look up “how to get more views on YouTube”, we can see how many people are looking for this on YouTube per month, how many videos there are for this topic, a general unweighted score, and for paid members, a personalized weighted score using YOUR channel data.

The score is like a stoplight – red means STOP and consider another keyword to use, yellow is to be cautious about that keyword, and green means you’re good to go. However, make sure to look at the other factors within keyword explorer! We know Keyword explorer can be confusing, so we created a playlist on how to use keyword explorer in depth from start to finish and what all the sections mean! You can click that card on the screen, but we recommend sticking around to see more ways to get views!

3. Playlist Organizer – Pro Version

Playlists are important on YouTube, and they help make your videos easy to watch one video after the other! With this TubeBuddy tool, we’ll help your playlists be even better! By heading to the playlist page, we let you organize your playlists’ by clicking on a playlist, and then hitting the “TubeBuddy Action icon” We let you sort for free by Standard metrics, such as what’s most popular or newest. Or by Misc. options, such as alphabetical or if in a group playlist. You can sort your videos first, or in random order. For paid users, we let you sort by: Which videos get you the most subscribers, which videos have the highest average view duration, which videos get the most likes, comments, or shares, or watch percentage.

This is useful because if you want to earn more subscribers, having a playlist that converts people to subscribe to you, is the way to do that. You could call this something like “Your channel names best videos” so for us “TubeBuddy’s fan-favorite tools.” That way the playlist is more searchable and gives people an idea of what the playlist is about. This helps more people watch a playlist with your videos, helping you get more views, subscribers, shares, etc.

4.Retention Analyzer – Legend Version

Knowing when people stop watching your content is important to get more views, because if most people leave before the end, they may not be suggested in another video. With a retention analyzer, we look at your 25 most popular videos. Your 25 most recent videos to find the average view duration. Then you can know at what point people are leaving. So you can add a card to try to engage them, or more importantly, make additional changes so those drops don’t happen in your future YouTube videos! If you do add a card, you are likely to get more views. It helps encourage people to watch more of your content, instead of clicking away and watching something else.

The yellow highlighted portion is the percentage of my video that was watched before the viewer exited the video. This helps you know when to add info cards to your channel.

5. Bulk add Cards & End Screens – Star Version

You can use your existing videos to push to your most recent video! To do this, head to the my videos page, and bulk edit either cards or endscreens. It will show you how to bulk edit cards, but it works the same for endscreens. Using the time information we got from the retention analyzer, place a card on a video at that time. Then follow the on screen instructions and you can add that element to ALL of the videos that have a common drop off at that point.

This is a great way to get them to watch more of your content. On the end screens, you can just select “Best for viewer” which is YT automatically suggesting something that is good for that specific viewer. It’s important you add a card right before the viewer drop off point. This is because if people click off your video before the end, it won’t matter that you have end screen elements if no one in the video makes it that far.

Adding cards to your videos allows you to increase watch time to your channel which will increase your monthly views and revenue.

These are five TubeBuddy tools that can help you get more views on YouTube! This is only a small fraction of the ways I use Tubebuddy but these top five have helped me the most. I have incorporated them into my channel strategy and have seen great success. If you’d like the link to get a FREE trial click here NOW! Additionally if you want the key to creating content that makes you money forever, read my article here.

Baccarat Rouge 540:The Perfume That Changed My Life

January 12, 2021 beauty

On my way to work one Tuesday morning, I stopped at the post office and there was a long line. As I stood in line there were a few people in front of me, two of which kept turning their heads to stare. I smiled in return as my casual greeting then after a few times it became a bit uncomfortable. I couldn’t understand why they were staring at me. In my mind, I wanted to believe I just looked fabulous in my work attire however if I’m truthful with myself I know that on this day that wasn’t the case.

As usual, I’m wearing all black. I was just as casual as they come. As I made my way to the checkout counter the postal worker smiled at me and then said what are you wearing? I immediately became self-conscious as my initial thought about my outfit choice came rushing back into my mind. I asked her “What do you mean”? Insert the Chimere ain’t the one face! She responded by saying “Your perfume! What do you have on? It smells heavenly”. I answered, Oh I’m wearing Baccarat Rouge 540 and that’s when I knew then I was going to have a great day.

You Got What?

The scent of the day was my newest purchase, Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum. I have been eyeing this brand for a while and finally made the plunge. Listen, I don’t regret a thing and in fact, I wish I purchased it sooner. I am not an expert in the fragrance community by any means but I am an expert in people. If I walk into stores and restaurants and turn heads that’s an indication that I made the right decision with this purchase. This was not a blind per se. I had a small sample from a friend and then I tried a few dupes as well. More on that in today’s video review below.

Black women reviewing Baccarat Rouge 540

Price

Baccarat Rouge currently retails between $180 – $575 at Bloomingdales. I picked up the 2.4 oz bottle which retails for $300. Here the thing, before I purchased the actual Eau de Parfum I purchased the scented body oil. I did this for a few reasons and will go into this more in-depth in today’s video. If you’re looking to spend a fraction of what I spent, it’s a much watch.

This is deemed a unisex fragrance, and I have a few friends who actually share this scent with their spouses. I’m not sharing lol but if you would like the larger 6.8 size bottle is a much better buy. I noticed this size is also on sale more often than the smaller sizes and saves you money over time. I will go into this a bit more in the video below.

Do Or Don’t

As I mentioned earlier the first day I wore this perfume I got tons and tons of compliments. After I left the post office I went into a convenience store to grab some water and I had a few people offer compliments as well. Additionally, as I entered into work compliments continue for the duration of the day. Talk about smiling. It wasn’t like I had never worn perfume before. I couldn’t understand why this one, in particular, had so many people walking up to me asking me what I was wearing. I’m not complaining if anything it put a huge smile on my face. It felt great to know that I was seemingly irresistible to so many.

Do I recommend you purchase perfume, absolutely. This has been the best buy of 2020. Honestly, the return on my investment at this point is 100%. I can’t believe I waited so long to make the splurge but I highly recommend you try either one of my buying methods above depending on your budget and what suits you best. Below I have a video explaining exactly how I purchased my perfume collection and I’m also going to offer a few tips on how to get more bang for your buck. If you don’t have $300 to spend find out how to get the scent for much less!

I hope you enjoyed this video style review of the Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdijian. To research this perfume and or purchase you can do so here.

I’m sharing all my beauty favorites this month. Make sure you read up on my favorite skincare products I’m using to fade my acne scars, HERE. Don’t say I didn’t tell you about these products when you see in on a cover of somebody’s magazine lol. Wishful thinking.

How To Use BioLumin-C Serum On The Skin

January 2, 2021 beauty

Vitamin C has been an essential ingredient in my skincare regimen for the last 3 years. I’ve incorporated it in my facial wash, moisturizers, serums, and creams. Since adding vitamin C to my skincare regimen I have noticed a 100% improvement in the texture and appearance of dark spots on my skin. I want to share with you the two newest products I have incorporated in my skincare by Dermalogica and give you the benefits of adding Biolumin C serum into my skin care each day.

What is BioLumin-C

BioLumin-C is a high-performance vitamin C serum that enhances the skin’s natural defense system to brighten, firm, and help dramatically reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Advanced biotechnology and an ultra-stable Vitamin C complex work synergistically to enhance the bioavailability of Vitamin C to fight oxidative stress and the appearance of skin aging before it starts. An optimized delivery system combined with a peptide and AHA renews for brighter, firmer, more radiant skin.

What is Vitamin C

Vitamin C is also known as ascorbic acid. It is a water-soluble nutrient found in some foods. In the body, it acts as an antioxidant helping to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals caused by UV damage. Free radicals can build up and contribute to the development of health conditions such as cancer heart disease and arthritis. Vitamin C also helps to protect the immune system from cardiovascular disease and is also used in prenatal health. When using vitamin C for the skin it helps with collagen production. This is possible due to the thickening of the dermis of the skin which diminishes fine lines and it gives you a firm and youthful look.

Benefits of Vitamin C

The biggest benefit to vitamin C usage on this skin is that it helps to promote collagen production. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, antioxidants help to fight the free radicals within the body and skin. The most beneficial usage I’ve gotten from vitamin C has been the prevention of dark spots on my skin. I have been using vitamin C for years to help fade the brown and dark spots from my skin and also to help with the collagen production.

Exfoliates and reduces unbalanced pigmentation
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Prevents and corrects free radical damage

My Results

I have written a few articles about the drastic improvements I’ve seen with my skin over the years. This vitamin C serum has given me the most beneficial around the eye and mouth areas. Since I use both the eye serum and facial serum I’m able to target these areas to reduce age spots but also tighten these areas on the skin.

Here is an updated night time skin routine. In this video, I will show you how I use both the BioLumin face serum and BioLumin Eye cream.

I was able to find both of these products in a kit for a great price. You can get it for only $89. The Brighter Together Kit is available now for purchase. To see my before and after pictures, you can visit my previous article here.

How To Use Vitamin C For The Skin: Top 5 Benefits

December 30, 2020 beauty

Vitamin C for the skin has been such a miracle ingredient for me. I have shared with you all my journey of dealing with acne, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation due to pregnancy. Vitamin C along with a change in my diet has completely transformed my skin for the better. I mean a complete 180. Today I want to discuss the benefits of vitamin C for the skin and teach you how to incorporate vitamin C into your nighttime skin routine for optimum result. Please note, you will not see results overnight. With a little patience, you will see amazing results.

What is Vitamin C

Vitamin C is also known as ascorbic acid. It is a water-soluble nutrient found in some foods. In the body, it acts as an antioxidant helping to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and UV damage. Free radicals can build up and contribute to the development of health conditions such as cancer heart disease and arthritis. Vitamin C also helps to protect the immune system from cardiovascular disease and is also used in prenatal health. When using vitamin C for the skin it helps with collagen production. This is possible due to the thickening of the dermis of the skin which diminishes fine lines and it gives you a firm and youthful look.

This is where we get to the meat and potatoes. The goal of skincare is to improve and or preserve the look and feel of the skin. You should have a clear understanding of ALL the products you are using on your skin.

You should know what these products will do, how to mix and match, and what products to avoid. If you are an all-natural ingredients type of person, vitamin C can also be utilized best by ingestion.

Vitamin C can also be found in the following foods.

Cantaloupe
Orange juice
Broccoli
Red cabbage
Tomato juice
Kiwi
Red peppers

Benefits

The biggest benefit to vitamin C usage on this skin is that it helps to promote collagen production. Rich in antioxidants, to help fight the free radicals within the body and skin. The most beneficial usage I’ve gotten from vitamin C has been the prevention of dark spots on my the body. I have been using vitamin C for years to help fade the brown and dark spots from my skin and also to help with collagen production. My before and after photos are proof that vitamin C works.

How to remove hyper pigmentation and dark marks from the skin using vitamin c — My skin after using vitamin C

Best Practices

The way that I have incorporated vitamin C into my skincare regimen has been two-fold. The products that I use under my makeup to prep my skin are infused with vitamin C. I have a video here showing you how I apply these products to my skin during the day. And for my nighttime skin routine, I like to incorporate the use of facial serums and under-eye creams. With any skincare regimen, it is best to always use an SPF to protect your skin from UV rays from the sun as well as protect your skin when using topical medications.

Below I have my updated nighttime skin routine. In this video, I will be showing you how I incorporate my vitamin C products into my skincare regimen to maintain an even skin tone. Although the brands that I use may change from time to time, the way in which I incorporate vitamin C into my skincare routine does not.

My Favorite Vitamin C Products

The vitamin C I started off using has been by Pixi Beauty. I use a wide range of their products and this was my first introduction to vitamin C. Over time I have evolved into the current products that I used today those products are by Dermalogica. I will list the products that I am currently loving that contain vitamin c.

Here are some other great products I highly. I’ve personally used these products with great success. I recommend you research the ingredients before using them with other ingredients.