The Best Workout Clothes For Woman!

I got so many request that the next fitness post should be about workout clothes and here it is. The post will not be too long  because I mainly buy my fitness clothes from two places. The first one is Victoria's Secret Sport, they have the best sports bras in my opinion. Before having my breast reduction and even now they are great, they hold everything in place without squeezing them to the point of discomfort like others do. My favorite are the ones with front zipper since they are so much easier and comfortable to put on and take off.

The pants are also my favorites, the quality is great, stretchy but also form hugging. Below is the links to my favorites, they are having a sale right now for a sports bra and pants for $55 so you can save some money! 

The Knockout by Victoria Sport Front-Close Sport Bra

Knockout by Victoria Sport High-rise Tight

 The second store is TJ Max Or Marshall's, they carry so many brands and styles that there is something for everyone. My advise would be to always try it on before removing the tags. I have a bag full of workout pants to use when I paint or do outside work because they are so terrible for working out. I like my pants to be comfortable enough to wear all day without it loosing it's body hugging feel. 

As I progress in my fitness goals I like to treat my self with new workout clothes. I don't recommend going out and spending a bunch of money on clothes to end up not committing to your workout routine. Set a budget and look at new fitness gear a treat, something you have to earn!  

DIY Of The Week: Have Minty Fresh Breath Always With These Three Home Remedies!

  Lets start this post off but stating the following, there is very few things more tortures than speaking to someone that has bad breath. Its also one of the most uncomfortable feelings when you suspect your own breath is not as fresh as it can be so here is three reasons people can have halitosis (aka stinky breath). 

1. Poor Hygiene is probably the most common and the most obvious. If you don't brush your teeth, floss and rinse properly at least twice a day then this might be the cause of your not so fresh breath. Its also important to not forget to regularly clean your tongue. If you are doing all this and still don't feel like your breath is as fresh as it can be, invest in a mouth wash that contains Zinc like Tom's of Maine Wicked Fresh! mouth wash sold HERE. 

Supplementing with oral zinc and eating zinc-rich foods like spinach, oysters, pumpkin seeds, and wheat for instance, might be an even better approach, as it can address the problem from the inside. 

"Zinc deficiency is associated with poor healing, immunity and inflammation. Halitosis from oral disease can benefit from zinc supplementation".-via The book Drug-Free Guide To Digestive Health By: Heather Caruso .

2. Another main cause of bad breath is not drinking enough water throughout the day. Our mouth is filled with Bacteria that feed off the food particles left behind after we eat. Rinsing your mouth out with water after every meal or snack can help prevent them from eating, which avoids the releasing odor-causing byproducts that end up stinking up breath. There now you have another very important reason to start drinking more water. 

"Believe it or not Dehydration is one of the most common causes of bad breath" - via @foodmattersfilm. 

3. Gut health is also a main cause of bad breath and one very effective way to keep your gut clean is by consuming probiotics. Probiotics are good live bacteria and yeast that are good for your digestive system and overall health. I take HUM Gut Instinct available HERE  if you want to purchase ever Code:121384 to save $10 off your order of $29 or more. 

Extra Tip: Herbal Teas also help flush your system of heavy metals, bad yeast and many other toxins in our body. Teas like stinging nettle tea, fennel, sage, peppermint or lemon are all great options. 

Please Note: These are not sponsored links or a sponsored post, all opinions are my own from research and if not my own word the author is given credit. 

My Pursuit Of Eternal Youth With Nurse Fiona Featuring: Viva by Venus Versa With PRP Facial Review!

Aging is inevitable. Aging gracefully while for a very lucky few happens naturally, for most is a choice. A choice we can make everyday when we decide to put sunblock in the morning before heading out, the choice to wash our makeup off every night, the choice to invest in good skin care products, the choice to try some of the many DIY's out there to help your skin look its best. One of the most important routines for me in my hopes of aging gracefully is having a good facial every month. If you have been following for some time then you know I love Nurse Fiona and her staff. They stay up to date with the latest and best skincare treatments and they are just the most genuine and knowledgeable people to have looking out for my skin. 

Two weeks ago I went in to try the Venus Viva with PRP facial, a non surgical skin resurfacing that corrects signs of skin damage and improves the appearance of acne scars. It improves the appearance of enlarged pores, deep wrinkles, uneven skin texture, rosacea, scars and stretch marks. Adding your PRP to the Venus Viva is optional but its so worth it. 

PRP is short for Palette Rich Plasma it is obtained by drawing the patient's blood, spinning it down in a centrifuge, drawing off the layer of Platelet Rich Plasma (rich yellow liquid). Fiona Drew two vials, one to apply with the Venus Viva and one to inject directly into my skin. The benefits of PRP are when injected into the skin it helps repair, rejuvenate and remodel damaged tissue. All this means is more collagen production in the ares injected, which helps with fine lines, wrinkles, skin texture, enlarged pores and uneven skin tones. 

Before Your Treatment: 

Avoid products like Retin-A, scrubs, sun bathing, and salicylic acid for at least one week before treatment. 

The Process: 

The Esthetician will do a skin analysis to determine what strength is best for your skin concerns and skin type. Then the Esthetician starts by numbing a small area on the back of your neck where she will test the strength to make sure you are comfortable with it and your skin has no reaction. If you are adding the PRP Fiona would have drawn your blood around this time as well. 

The Venus Viva treatment on its own lasts around 45 minutes, with PRP about about one hour and a half. The whole treatment was very comfortable for me, I would rate the "pain" level to a 1. The best way to describe the feeling is like light pins on the skin. 

The second vial of PRP was then injectected by nurse Fiona, the pain level for this part was between a 3-5. The eye area surprisingly was the least painful, around the mouth was a very pinchy and burning sensation.

The After Care:

My skin was immediately red and as the numbing cream started to wear off I can start to feel the "burning" and discomfort one feels after a sunburn. It also felt dry and hard from the dried up plasma.

As always the aftercare is all up to you, the results will be more effective if you follow the recommendations given by your esthetician and nurse. The aftercare is very simple in my opinion; No sunscreen for 24-48 hours after treatment so stay indoors! Use a mild cleanser for the first week or two after your treatment and avoid scrubs, or any harsh products. 

I was given a post care product kit to use the cleanser, I washed my face the next day so I can have the plasma doing its thing overnight. My routine convicted of only two steps; Mild face wash (Ormedic By Image) and a light moisturizer. 

Overall I'm satisfied with the results so far, I have some breakouts which is very normal after any facial treatment. The only negative I would say is my skin was not back to normal as fast as I was expecting. On day 6 I could still see the squares the laser leaves behind but nothing makeup couldn't cover. The whole process of the Viva was painless and fast, the PRP was a little more uncomfortable but very bearable. I can notice a difference under my eyes and in the brightness of my skin. 

I would definitely get the treatment done again every few months to maintain a youthful complexion! 

The treatment can be done every 4 weeks if targeting major issues, for preventative treatment it is recommended every 3-6 months. 

Where: Nurse Fiona Medical Spa HERE

Treatment: Viva by Venus Versa

Price: $500 

Add PRP for $300

Mention @steffanyschoice at checkout and receive 20% off your spa treatments. 

For more information I might not be including here or a list of contradictions go to the Venus Viva website HERE. 

DIY Of The Week: Depuff And Brighten Your Under Eyes Instantly!

Lets face it, the holidays can be both fun and stressful at the same time. The days seem to only get shorter and your list of to do's only get longer. I show this stress in my eyes, they get so puffy and dark that it looks like someone punched me in both eyes. 

As much as I love to rely on my daily routines to treat my skin imperfections, nothing works quite as good as my DIY's. The ingredients are fresh and the results are always more noticeable. One of my favorite ingredients for skin lightning (brightening) are in this amazing mask. Use it and let me know if you love it as much as I do! 

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon Mashed Banana

1 Tablespoon Raw Potato (Shredded) 

Lemon Juice 

Mix together banana and potato and add just a squeeze of lemon juice. Place mixture in the fridge for 10-30 minutes before applying under the eyes. Make sure you don’t get any in your eyes when applying. Let sit for 5-10 minutes before removing gently with a wet towel. Repeat up to Three times a week if needed.

Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer Review!

I think we can all agree when I say that concealer is one of the most important makeup items. A great concealer is supposed to conceal, even out, and the most important not crease like crazy. I have been a fan of Nars concealers for sometime now and I just became obsessed with their most recent one.

Nars soft matte concealer is perfection, I love it so much that as of late, I exclusively use it for doing my makeup. I carry it in my makeup bag to apply it on the go with confidence. It comes in my skin color, it needs minimum setting, and does not crease on me at all.  The coverage is full and the finish is exactly a "Soft Matte" the best way to describe it. 

I have very dark and noticeable veins in the side of my eyes as well as dark circles and the concealer cancels everything out. I also use it all over my face where I need a little coverage and it gives my skin such a natural healthy look. It's the perfect tool for the "no makeup" makeup look! My daily routine consists of this concealer, mascara, blush and lips. I highly recommend it and think its one if not the best concealer I have tried.

The Description Of Product The Product On Nars Website: 

Natural look. High coverage. Soft-focus smoothing complex blurs, conceals, and smooths imperfections. Complete comfort. Completely natural-looking. Concealing hits an all-time high. Oil-free. Long-wearing. Non-drying. 16 shades for all skin tones.

INSTANT RESULTS: Soft-focus blurring with high-performance coverage. Optimal Diffusion Powder helps maximize light diffusion with spherical surface powders designed to absorb and refract light for soft-focus perfection. High coverage with weightless wear. Advanced powders with a unique structure lay flat, staying in place without settling into fine lines and pores.

 LONG-TERM BENEFITS: Softer, smoother skin. Collagen-boosting peptides and hyaluronic acid reduce the appearances of wrinkles and pores by helping plump the look of skin. Antioxidant Daily Defense delivers a protective cocktail of Vitamins A, C, and E.

Product: Nars Soft Matte Concealer 

Purchased: Barneys 

Price: $30

Steffany's Choice X Lulus Date Night Look!

My husband and I have a date night almost every night, right after the kids are tucked in their beds and Im done with my night time beauty routine. We cuddle in the couch or bed and watch a movie or series, we make a snack (which I'm trying to stop) but its our time to talk, and plan out the next day. We don't get to go out as much as we used to, so when we do I always like to dress up a bit and make it more special.  

We wanted to go into the City so my husband scheduled an appointment with Blank Label to get fitted for a new shirt he's a killing two birds with one stone type of guy ;). He gets custom made shirts there at least once a year, the quality is excellent and they have endless options (Not An Ad)! 

The weather was nice enough to wear a dress but I still wanted some form of layers and nothing too overly "sexy" so I wore this beautiful and romantic lace bodysuit under my chic bodycon LBD and paired with my favorite essential heels from Lulus. I think it has something to do with the Fall season that makes me want to layer, and make my summer outfits still work. 

LB Bodycon Dress 

Sexy Black Body Suit 

Sexy Single Strap Heels 

Black Clutch (Sold Out) Similar Here 

Remove Your Makeup With Confidence// Remueve Tu Maquillaje Con Conffianz!

I think we all know by now how much I love makeup...... what I don't like is washing my makeup off at the end of the day. It honestly feels like such a drag, start off with a wipe first, apply this super greasy "oil free" makeup remover, then use a cleanser to realize when I wipe my face with toner that I still have makeup in my skin. //Saben de sobra que me encanta maquillarme, lo que no saben es que detesto tener que removerme todo el maquillaje en las noche. Tengo que usar siempre mas de un producto para remover el maquillaje y no siempre consigo removerlo todo. 

When Conffianz a Latina inspired skincare brand, reached out to me and offered me to try out their cleanser I was cool with that, but when they told me I need to do a heavy Day Of The Day makeup look, and then remove it all using the cleanser I was intrigued. See it must be a really good cleanser if thats how they want to demonstrate the efficacy of their product. // Cuando fui contactada por Conffianz, una compañía latina con la oportunidad de tratar su limpiador facial inmediatamente obtuvieron mi atención. Aun me vi mas intrigada cuando me pidieron que me maquillara de Catrina para luego removerme todo el maquillaje solo usando el limpiador facial. 

I went ahead and did a Catrina look and well if you follow me on Instagram and saw my story, you know how "creative" I got with it. I used a lot of blacks and red, from oil based to water based water proof makeup. I decided to go all in and see what this cleanser can do. // Cree un look de Catrina usando tonos negros, rojos, blancos todo de alta calidad y aprueba de agua. Quercia ver si verdaderamente este limpiador hace lo qui promete.

Conffianz really impressed me, I removed half of my face first and was left in awe to see how well it removed all that caked in heavy makeup! I was left even more impressed when I wiped my face with a clean tissue soaked in toner and my face was perfectly clean. // Quede mas que impresionada con la eficcaz con la que Conffianz limpiador de rostra limpio mi cara. Sin utilizar aqua, y solo tres algodones me removi todo el maquillaje y mi rostra quedo impecablemente limpio! Observe el video para que lo vean en accion. 

Watch the video to see how amazing this cleanser works and then go ahead and buy yourself this great cleanser using the code "DIADEMUERTOS30" on their website www.conffianz.com and save 30% off!// Visiten a la pagina de Conffianz www.coffianz.com y utilicen el codigo "DIADEMUERTOS30" para que ahorren 30% en su compra. 

What Makes This Cleanser So good// Que Hace Este Limpiador Facial Tan Bueno? 

• Facial Cleanser gently removes makeup, oil and other impurities while conditioning and smoothing the skin. Key natural ingredients such as Ginger, Aloe, Sweet Almond and Citrus Extracts nourish the skin while leaving it clean and ready to face the world!// El Limpiador Facial remueve toda impureza y maquillaje al mismo tiempo que acondiciona y suaviza tu piel. Los ingredientes clave son el jengibre, el aloe, la almendra dulce y extractos cítricos.

• Conffianz products contain a combination of natural and pharmaceutical ingredients to provide maximum results. // Los productos Conffianz contienen una combinación de ingredientes naturales y farmacéuticos que porveen máximos resultados.

• A portion of all sales goes back into Latin community scholarships. // Una porción de las ventas es destinada a la comunidad hispana – contamos con nuestra ‘Inexplicablemente Bella Scholarship’ la cual es para las latinas que quieren cumplir su sueño de ir a la universidad.

• Conffianz products are recommended by dermatologist// Los Productos Conffianz son recomendados por dermatologos. 

• Winner of the 2014 Latina Beauty Award from Latina Magazine// Conffianz ganó en 2014 el Latina Beauty Award de Latina Magazine

• Products sold as a kit or individually at www.conffianz.com and Walmart// Lo pueden comprar en Walmart on en linea en www.conffianz.com. 

FTC: Sponsored by Coffianz.  I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my viewers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.

Is It Fall Yet?

Its almost Halloween you guys and can you believe we are still having 70 degree days? I don't want to sound like I'm mad at that, scared? yes! but not mad, I mean who could ever be in a rush to be cold? 

The nights do get cooler, so I make sure to either dress in layers or always have a jacket to throw on top if it gets too cold. Im loving this sweater by Missguided, its the perfect way to take advantage of these warm fall days but still be in season. 

I paired it with this super cute fit and flare skirt by Guess and super comfortable, stylish and affordable boots I purchased last year from LULUS. 

Top: Misguided 

Skirt: BCBGMaxazria

Boots: Lulus 

Bag Celine

I Used Carbon Coco To Whiten My Teeth And This Is My Results!

I know by now we have all heard by now about the efficiency of charcoal to whiten teeth. However I had never used it before so this is my review.  I was sent a little package from Carbon Coco to try and give my honest opinion to my readers!

A description From their Website:  

Made from 100% certified organic coconut shell charcoal, Carbon Coco not only brightens your smile, but also improves your overall mouth health.Our medical grade activated charcoal powder removes toxins, stains, and plaque from your teeth through a process called adsorption, in which activated charcoal binds with these particles and flushes them out of your teeth and mouth.The super finely milled polish won’t damage your enamel or gums and also contains bentonite clay, a natural ingredient that helps remineralise teeth plus a hint of lemon myrtle, which has gentle and non-acidic antibacterial properties.

How do I use it?

Wet brush in small and dip into the carbon, gentle circles (no need to brush hard!) for 2-3 minutes. Rinse, then brush with Carbon Coco toothpaste for 3 minutes. This is best used before bedtime to allow residue (if any) to dislodge overnight.

My Review

I have been using Carbon Coco for five days in a row now and I'm ready to give my review. I used it as recommended and can say it works! Its definitely not an overnight thing were you will get instant results but every day my teeth look whiter. 

       The Pros:                                            The Cons: 

         All natural                                              Messy 

        No Sensitivity                                 Time Consuming   

I have to say, the charcoal can get messy, when opening the jar no matter how careful I was there was always fallout on the sink. Also it takes about 7 minutes to the whole process and add 5-15 minutes if you add the oil pulling which I did not receive to try and review. 

That being said I prefer to use this versus other methods that make my teeth sensitive and only targets the color. Carbon Coco has so many more added benefits that really gets me excited about brushing my teeth! 

Product: Carbon Coco 
Price: $59.90
Website: Carboncoco.com

 I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my viewers. This review is not sponsored by Carbon Coco but they did send me the products to try and give my honest opinion. 

Day Time Date Outfit!

Taking out time to go on a date with my husband seems almost impossible sometimes, four kids don't make the process any easier. We find that day dates are much easier to do, the two older ones are in school and we only have to part away from the little ones for a couple of hours while they are napping. 

The picking out outfit however isn't always easy, I mean I want to look my best for my husband. I also don't want to over dress, thats when a pair of great fitting jeans always save the day. To look a little more put together I went with black jeans and paired it with this beautiful top and heels. 

Top: Tobi

Jeans: Joes Jeans

Heels: Steve Madden 

Bag: Chloe 

All Black For Date Night

 Dress: Love Culture, BB Dakota Capelet, Wallet YSL, Louboutin Shoes 

I get so excited whenever my husband and I can sneak away and have some sometime to ourselves, even thought we always end up talking about our girls. The only problem with having these spontaneous dates, is I never have time to get ready. I enjoy picking clothes that I wont be pulling my boobs out to feed in public lol...... some how I still ended up wearing a tube top dress! 

Side Note: I will be doing a full review on the foundation Im using here, the flashback is horrible! 

Fit, Flare And RED....

Dress Lulu's , Burberry Trench Coat , Shoes Louboutin, Clutch

I love fit and flare style dresses, they are flattering to my body (and most) shapes. This one in particular is from one of my favorite online shops and its under $50!! The color is loud enough so I paired it with nude heels and trench coat.