So I brought this small vial home and did nothing with it for months.  But lately my hair’s been really just… nasty.  I thought a cut would cure it but after a recent cut and color, I still wasn’t loving it.

I decided to try the Moroccan Oil and I am now completely obsessed with it.  It is doing WONDERS for my hair.  This vial pictured is the one I have.  I only put a small drop of it in my hair when it’s wet after I’m out of the shower – I brush it through and I swear it’s like some sort of magic potion, people.  My hair is smooth, silky and full of body.

And my biggest concern?  That it would be oily and nasty?  Totally unfounded.  RUN to your hairdresser and get yourself some Moroccan Oil – or order it online.  You can get the 3.4 oz bottle of Moroccan Oil (this is the one I have, it lasts as you only need a small drop!) from Beauty Collection for $16.

It’s a stylus and a paint brush and the reviews are incredible for it.   Nomad’s Compose RED dual-tip says “Happy Valentine’s Day” on it and can be purchased on NomadBrush.com for $39.

They also have iPad paintbrushes for kids!  Check out Nomad Play for $18.

So on a recent trip to Rite Aid, a big display of various Sally Hansen Salon Effect prints caught my eye. I decided to pick up a kit and test it out. I selected Sally Hansen’s Salon Effects in Sweet Tart-an for $9.99 (Target apparently has them cheaper and for sale for $8.54)

Here’s what the box looks like:

Here’s what comes inside of the box.  16 strips, a cuticle stick and a mini nailfile:

Here are the nail strips:

The strips are obviously really long, I had to file this down:

Here was the end result.  I’m a little bit skeptical it’ll last 10 days as you can already see that it’s a little bit tired around the edges of my nails.  But to be truthful, that could have been me – I had noisy kids and I was trying to do it in a hurry.  (Which, by the way, the entire process took longer than I thought.  It was about 20 minutes for me to get all of these strips onto my nails.)

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Overall, for $10 I’d do it again if I have a fun event and wanted to try one of the blingy-looking strips for a little pizzazz.  (See the entire line of Salon Effects Nail Polish Strips on the Sally Hansen website)

Find them at Target, Rite Aid, Amazon or any local store that carries nail polish.  And if you get them, let me know what you think!

Why not get a jump start on the spring with some of these colorful pieces of jewelry?  If nothing else, the color will give you a little bright fun during an otherwise snowy or rainy day.

Drop earrings are also in!  I love the look of having dangly earrings with a simple necklace (I like to go simple earrings if my necklace is going to be bold.)  How about these Purple Emerald Drop Earrings from Banana Republic – $35 (Use coupon code BRJANUARY to receive 25% off your entire order at Banana Republic through the end of day January 28th.)

Love this Tory Burch Leather Logo Buckle Bracelet – $125 at Nordstrom.com – especially in orange!

Stella & Dot Marchesa Necklace – $178

The price is right on this Iridescent Necklace for $8.80 at Forever21.com

Long woven Bead Necklace – $99.00 on Athleta.com (but I like it as a wrap bracelet!)

Gorjana Two-Tone Triple Leather Strand Bracelet – $88.00

So I’m in the market for some new workout gear.  Here’s a few pieces I’ve been coveting online:

Flattering cut on this Horizon Tank on Athleta ($59)

Nice kelly green color on this Under Armour Women’s Get it Started Sleeveless Tee ($29.99 at Dick’s Sporting Goods)

I have had the Lucy Hatha Power Pants for a couple of years now and they’ve held up really well.  Now I have the Lucy Hatha Power Capris ($79) in my cart and it’s only a matter of time before I buy ‘em!  The price is steep but the clothes from Lucy are very high quality and made to last.  No coupon codes that I can find right now but keep an eye out for them online because they do come out with 20% off ones from time to time.

prAna Quinn Top, normally $48, on sale for $28.80 (in fact, prAna is having a big 40% off sale from January 18-25 so check it out!)

Lulumon Deep Breath Tank ($58)

Athleta Burnout Headband ($14)

Use coupon code WEEKEND for 40% off your order of $150 or more on AnnTaylor.com.  Free shipping, too!

Orange Imitation Leather Bag, H&M – $24.95

Urban Expressions Hobo at Baghaus.com, on sale for $53.55, use coupon code 15off to receive 15% off your order

Melie Blanco Remy on Piperlime for $48.99

Old Navy Women’s Faux-Leather Belt Purse, normally $26.74, on sale for $8.97

BCBGeneration Handbag, on sale for $56.99 then use coupon code SUPER for an additional 15% off

Here’s a few picks to tempt you to spend:

Charles David Avenger Bootie. Normally $125, currently $69.95.  Use coupon code SHOELOVE to receive $5 off your purchase at DSWShoes.com.

Vince Camuto Braden Boots at Piperlime.com. Normally $149.99, on sale for $99.99.

Not on sale but very reasonably priced and don’t you just love the Dark Blue color on these BCBGeneration “Cielo” Pumps from Nordstrom for $88.95?

These Ugg Ravenna Boots are normally $350, on sale for $249.90 at Zappos.com.  Still steep but what a pair of great staple boots to have in your closet!  These are totally vesitile for dressing up and down and I love the wedge heel!

And while we’re on Zappos.com, how about these Steven Meteour Cognac Leather boots on sale for $149.99?  Love the color.

Oooh or how about these Ugg Josie Stout boots that can be full sized boots, or fold down to be booties?  A girl’s gotta have options, right?  Get the Ugg Josie Stout boot for $149.99 on Zappos.com.

You can’t beat the price on these Women’s Chaka Fur Booties at Sears.  Normally $39.95, they are on sale through end of day January 7th for $29.95 with free shipping (free shipping on all orders over $25)

Tuck this all natural make-up stick into your purse when you’re on the go and you can touch up your cheeks or lips.  Get it at Sephora for $22.

You may have seen Julep in In Style, Allure, US Weekly or another magazine. They are a nail salon that provides only the best in nail trends and fashion. All of the products are all natural – no nasty chemicals or artificial nonsense in these products!

So with the launch of Julep Maven, you can join an awesome program that brings you the latest and greatest. After you take a Style Quiz on the Julep website, you subscribe to the monthly Julep Maven program. It’s $19.99 a month and each month you’ll receive a package of goodies in the mail – the Sneak Peek Box. This Box is the same box that Julep sends out to beauty editors and media. From their website, “you will have access to the hottest trends in nail color and the latest Mani Care and Pedi Care products – delivered right to your doorstep, just like the beauty editors do. And you’ll have access to these trends and products before anyone else.”

Now Mommies with Style readers have an awesome deal available if they are interested in testing out becoming a Julep Maven – use coupon code MOMMIESWITHSTYLE at checkout, to receive your first Julep Maven Sneak Peek Box for just $5! (valued over $40).

Also, buy the nail polish a la carte! I’m wearing the Nicole ($14) in the picture on the right.