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So we have been warned that "Winter is coming" for quite a few seasons (March 31st can't get here fast enough GoT fans).  One thing that always seems to happen to me is STATIC! I hate being shocked constantly because of static.  I touch my dog, shock *sorry Alfie*.  I touch my car, shock and the list goes on.  One thing I can't stand is static in my hair.

A few weeks ago, one of my co-workers had a problem with her dress clinging to her legs because of static.  As a joke, I told her to put hand sanitizer on her legs to make it go away.  She did it and IT WORKED!  It stopped the clinging!  After that, hand sanitzer is my answer for everything.  Since winter is here, I've had a problem with static and my hair.  After cutting 15 inches of hair off *see previous posts* it seems like my hair is healthier.  So I had no problem putting my hand sanitizer theory to use with my own hair.  I pumped the sanitizer into my hand and rubbed it around like I was cleaning my hands and while they were still wet, just smoothed it at the ends of my hair.  Oddly enough, it worked and my co-workers were amazed!

I don't know the science behind it.  All I know is that it worked and I've tried it multiple times.  So next time you're in a bind and static hair has you blue, just rub some hand sanitizer and hope you don't get the achoos!

The Laser Diaries Part Two.

Today I had my second laser hair removal appointment.  I have been waiting for this for weeks!  I left work a little earlier than I should have because I was so excited.  I ended up having to wait until 8:15 to go back to get started but that's okay.

I shaved on Monday so I thought I'd have enough hair growth but when I felt my legs before my appointment I hardly had any growth!  I exfoliated on Tuesday and Wednesday to prepare for the appointment.  I also took an ibuprofen (I would suggest sticking with my Tylenol Arthritis).

We got started and we stuck with the 20% power for the laser which is what she did the last time.  I realized the fatty part of the legs does not hurt.  The part that is most sensitive is around the shin, the front of the ankle area, and the ankle.  I couldn't even feel it when she went over my knees.

The whole appointment took about 45 minutes which is not bad timing at all.  We decided next appointment to go up to 30% power and come back in 8 weeks.  So I'll be laser free all December (boo).

There is a common misconception about laser hair removal.  A lot of people think that after one visit you'll be hair free, or you'll never have to shave again, which is incorrect.  Your hair grows in cycles so after one visit your hair could be going through a different cycle.  I am lucky to have been able to see a difference with one treatment. My hair is growing back spotty which is fine with me.  I don't have to shave as much.  I actually am thinking about starting a "hair calendar" to note when I shave and how soon it takes for me to feel stubble.

My legs have been tingling and slightly burning today but I don't see that as a big deal since I was just shot with a laser on my legs for 45 minutes straight.

I still give this whole thing two thumbs up.  We shall see how I feel in a few weeks!

Until next time,
Jess

hair

I have been growing my hair out for quite some time.  My hair was so long it touched my lower back (right above my butt).  A few days ago I decided I needed a change so I decided I would get my hair cut this weekend.  I couldn't decide on a length to go with so I said I'd figure it out later.  I went into the salon, I went to Great Clips and was greeted with a very friendly face.  I told her I wanted to get my hair cut and I wanted to donate it.  I asked if they donated hair and she enthusiastically informed me they donate to Locks of Love and if I did decide to donate it, the blunt hair cut would be for free!

The lady who cut my hair was so sweet! We talked about the day and flying in airplanes.  She asked if I had a boyfriend or husband that I'm trying to shock by cutting my hair.  I laughed and said no.  So then she asked if I was going through a break-up, again laughed and said no.  I told her, it's about to be winter and I've been growing my hair out a while so I decided it was time for a change.  She seemed satisfied with my response.

Before

As you can see my hair was really long.  

About 45 minutes later I walked out with this

I had about 15 inches cut off all together.  I am in love with it.  She did cut a few layers into it so it wasn't so blah.  The lady was so sweet! Even though she did a little extra, she didn't charge me for the cut.  I felt guilty for not having any cash so I bought some products so I could tip her! (I tipped her $5 which was 50% of the price the cut would have been.)  

I feel like weight has been lifted off my shoulders and I can't stop touching my hair!  I can't believe I'll be able to drive without snapping my neck because I'm leaning on my hair.  SO excited about that actually.  

sleep

A super important step to any beauty routine is getting enough sleep.  Not too little and not too much.  Last night proved to me how stressed I was watching the game because I woke up so tense! On nights where you just don't get a good night's sleep, one thing you can do is spend a few minutes in the morning stretching to get your muscles loose. 

Stretching and sleep are very important.  I have learned this in my journey.  :)

nothing to do with health, beauty, or wellness

DID YOU SEE THAT FINAL TOUCHDOWN OF THE BAMA VS. LSU GAME?? OH MY GOSH! WAY TO GO TJ YELDON! WHAT A FANTASTIC FRESHMAN!!

yes that needs to be all caps.

good and bad weeks

In this crazy thing we call life, we have good weeks and we also have bad weeks.  Everyone who has ever joined the battle with weight and healthy lifestyles is probably aware of this.  This week was a "bad" week for me.  I wasn't focused as I was last week (week before Halloween).  Last week, I lost 3.5 pounds.  This week, I am stalling on weighing myself.  I so much junk.  I'm just going to chalk it up to a weak week.  I am in dire need of running shoe advice and I have no clue what kind to buy.  We attempted to go on the trail this past Monday and before we even went 3000 steps I was having shin pain! It was utterly ridiculous.  I cannot believe that the week prior I went over 4 miles walking and jogging and this week I couldn't even walk 3000 steps.  I did switch shoes so maybe that had a factor but still.

I guess the only thing I can do is re-focus myself and start again.  I don't even know if I "failed" on the scale but we shall see.