LINK-END ROUND-UP: August 2, 2024

2 August, 2024 Laytee Samida

LINK-END ROUND-UP: August 2, 2024

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Happy Friday and first Friday of August! When I tell you I’ve had one of the emotional rollercoaster weeks I’ve had in a long time; believe me. The highs were great and amazing, but the lows were in hell. I’ve been working alone in the office all week, with very minimal human interaction. Then I would love work and go back home; where I live alone. The ultimate cherry on top is that my period is a couple days away. It’s been the perfect storm all week!

In the end, I realize that I do need in-person human interaction sometimes. Oh, also, going outside for more than the couple minutes it takes me to walk from my car to work/home entry helps. Thankfully, this weekend, I will be back in the presence of other humans and will hopefully get out of the depressive era. I might even go get a pedicure, but I’m hoping my nail tech can squeeze me to repair my nail. However, a new set would melt away all the depression and stress I’ve been dealing with this past week.

In the meantime, I hope you all have a great weekend! If you are going to be inside trying to avoid the last summer heat, please check out the links in this week’s Link-End Round-Up.

LINK-END ROUND-UP: August 2, 2024

Products to help repair your skin barrier – Allure
How to remember things better – Good Housekeeping
Are there benefits of sleeping with mouth tape? – The Cut
The difference between ginger ale and ginger beer – Liquor
Romanize your single-girl era. Do it for the vibes. – The Everygirl
The basics you need to build a woman’s wardrobe – The Strategist
The reason I place a lemon in my dishwasher all the time – Apartment Therapy

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LUST-HAVE LIST: August 2024

1 August, 2024 Laytee Samida

LUST-HAVE LIST: August 2024

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Happy August! August is one of those months that I’ve learned to look forward to each year. Aside from it marking the beginning of birthdays almost every other week, it’s also pre-fall! There’s just something about this time of year when you try to squeeze every ounce out of summer. Personally, I’ve been thinking about trying to confirm a last minute mini road trip or late summer beach vacation at the end of this month. All of the possibilities are endless, but I still am getting a little excited for fall.

As for this month, I’m planning to soak up as much summer as I can while preparing for fall. Well, best friend has already planned to break out her fall decor after her birthday (August 9) and she’s excited. Hopefully, I can hold out looking for new fall decor until the end of August. As for now, this month’s Lust-Have List will show that I’m somewhere in the middle of Summer and Fall.

LUST-HAVE LIST: August 2024

Rare Beauty Tinted Pressed Powder – I’m very much in my face powders, but I still need a good pressed powder. I’ve been loving the reviews of this powder from Rare Beauty and think will be a perfect finishing powder, too.
Fifth & Ninth Brynn Cat-Eye Sunglasses – There’s no way you can look at this pair of sunglasses and not gasp a little. Well, I did which made me feel like I need them ASAP and they aren’t as expensive as they look.
Shiseido Eyelash Curler – This eyelash curler is iconic and a cult favorite! I need a new one and why not go for the best? *shrug*
Mid-Rise Trouser Shorts – After years of trying to avoid showing my legs, I’ve worn more shorts this summer than I’ve worn in the past 30+ years. I’m not over aggerating. So, I want to keep it going in the fall with these trouser shorts. However, I envision wearing them with opaque tights, when the weather gets cooler.
Face Lifting Chin Strap -I’ve been obsessed with those women on TikTok that do morning peels of all their sleep contraptions including these chin straps. Apparently, these straps help lift your face while you sleep. However, I also hear that they also help if you grind your teeth and I can’t wait to find out.

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EMPTIES: June 2024

18 July, 2024 Laytee Samida

EMPTIES June 2024

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June was great for me in regards to me using up a lot of products. Keep reading to see my final takeaways and what products are getting retired from the EMPTIES list.

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LINK-END ROUND-UP: July 12, 2024

12 July, 2024 Laytee Samida

LINK-END ROUND-UP: July 12, 2024

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Happy Friday! I’m so happy to have this week over with. Actually, the last couple of weeks has been applying pressure on me at work. I’ve been the only one in the office all week, which I usually love. It’s just that I barely made a dent in my projects, because something else was always popping up. I’m not going to dwell on that, because it’s finally the weekend.

As much as I would love to say that I’m going to go lounge by the pool this weekend, I have other stuff to do. Most of the stuff I need to do is stuff that I usually do when I get home for work or at the end of the day. For instance, I haven’t done good nightly tidying up session in weeks. My place isn’t messy, but the disorganization is starting to make uncomfortable. Also, I haven’t washed my hair since July 3rd – so embarrassing. Plus, my poor plants are starting to die on me.

Needless to say, my plans this weekend is to get my life together. Wish me luck and have a great weekend!

LINK-END ROUND-UP: July 12, 2024

I’m trying this hack for fruit flies, because I’ve been under attack – Apartment Therapy
Trying to find retinol for maturing skin has been current hyper fixation – Vogue
I’ve tried some of these high-protein recipes before, but I’m down to try the others – The Everygirl
Purses that look like food is the perfect accessory for fun summer looks – Eater
Yep, I’m ready to finally get a pair of Bala bangles for my morning walks – Bustle
How to tell if your wine has gone bad – Food & Wine
Want to smell like summer? I do and I want all these summer scents – The Style & Beauty Doctor

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LUST-HAVE LIST: July 2024

1 July, 2024 Laytee Samida

LUST-HAVE LIST: July 2024

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I’m just now realizing that I didn’t post my July 2024 Lust-Have List! I’ve been a Bad blogger, but late is better than never. I would love to say the reason for the delay because I was too busy trying to have a hot-girl summer. Unfortunately, I’m trying not to have a Bad Breakdown Summer, which is a work in progress.

I thought I was going to be trying to take a bunch of mini vacations and road trips. Instead of of a bunch of trips, I will be looking through a bunch of potential hires. So, my vacations have been pushed back to Fall. However, I’m not complaining – just as long as they happen.

Although my summer isn’t going as planned, that doesn’t mean I’m still not trying to catch some vibes and looks.

LUST-HAVE LIST: July 2024

Mini Drift Tote – I’ve been lusting after this the big version of this tote for awhile. However, when I saw they introduced a mini version and in cherry red, this has been all I want. Plus, ya’ll know I love a cute mini bag.
Linen Short Set – After decades of being insecure about my legs, I’ve been trying live in nothing but shorts this summer. Loving this linen short set pieces from Old Navy -pieces are sold separately. However, they are affordable and versatile.
Milky Skin Toner – My go-to type of toner has been hydrating toners over the last fewer years. Thankfully, more brands are starting to release their own versions, including The Ordinary. I’m excited to try this one next, because I love The Ordinary skincare products.
Chunky Two-Part Sandals – I rarely want a pair of chunky sole sandals, because I don’t trust my ankles all the time. However, this pair I spotted at ASOS aren’t too intimidating.
Lychee Rose Eau de Parfum – I got a whiff of this recently and it’s been bookmarked in my brain under “Fruity, soft floral” notes. I think this would make a great scent to transition from summer to fall.

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