Shiseido Blue Project Comes to Huntington Beach with Second Conservation CleanUp

Photo Credit: Jennifer Johnson

 On Thursday September 24th the Shiseido Blue Project and partners WildCoast headed out to the Huntington Beach Open for a day of beach cleanups and fun! Joined by Ashley Wahler, Janel Parrish, and Actor Sam Trammell, a group of volunteers geared up with some Shiseido sunscreen and hit the sand to clean up trash. The Shiseido Blue project is an initiative in partnership with the World Surf League, PURE and Wildcoast that aims to inspire, educate, and empower ocean protection. This global initiative launched in 2019 with a range of activities to protect the ocean, including cleaning up beaches, leading global conservation campaigns like We Are One Ocean, and promoting ocean-and sun-safe habits.

Photo Credit: Jennifer Johnson

I spoke to actor and surfer Sam Trammell about the event and got his top tips for enjoying a day at the beach while being conscious of the ocean and environment. According to Sam he always tries to take out more than he brings in by not leaving trash behind and uses ocean safe sunscreen when possible. 

Photo Credit: Jennifer Johnson

There was plenty of that in store at the Shiseido tent. The Shiseido sunscreen is perfect for a beach day and feel so luxurious on your skin. It is my favorite type of sunscreen to use because it comes in 50+ SPF and doesn't rub off easily. According to Wild Coast, our ocean's need our help. They provided me with some facts about Ocean Conservation as well as some tips on how to prevent further damage. 

1. About 17.6 billion pounds of debris ends up in the world's oceans every year. This is equivalent to nearly 57,000 blue whales. 

2. There are 5 giant garbage patches in our oceans. The largest — the Great Pacific Garbage Patch — includes an estimated 1.8 trillion pieces of trash and covers an area nearly twice the size of Texas

3. By 2050, ocean plastic will outweigh all of the ocean’s fish.

Community beach clean ups are a great way to start as well as using more environmentally friendly products. Looking forward to seeing more great things with Shiseido Blue and keeping our Ocean's clean! 

Photo Credit: Jennifer Johnson

Shiseido Hosts Malibu Beach CleanUp with Celebrities Katharine McPhee and Adrien Grenier

This Friday July 23rd Shiseido kicked off the weekend with a great event giving us a fun way to give back! I attended the Shiseido Blue Project Malibu beach clean up where local influencers and celebs showed up to help spread awareness about keeping our oceans clean. The project was organized with Shiseido Blue grantee, Wild Coast, a non profit that is helping to clean up our beaches and oceans as well as spread awareness about the importance of caring for our Ocean and coastal environments. 

We started the morning off with some snacks and juices provided by Shiseido all in reusable containers. And of course we couldn't forget sun care! Shiseido provided their signature sunscreen and roll on sun gel for guests who came to the event. 

Wild Coast provided clean up gear as well as taught us how to catalog the trash we found for reporting and analyzing. We all got ready to go and then headed across the beach to begin our clean up. Celebrity guest Adrien Grenier, star of Entourage, got right to work and shared how important this cause was for him. 

Katharine McPhee Foster, the singer and actress known for her role in the TV show Scorpion, took time out of her busy schedule as a new mom to attend the event as well. Both stars dug right in collecting tons of trash with the group. 

I spoke with Ann Wycoff, the director of development for the Wild Coast project and she shared with me some of the shocking facts about the trash in our oceans. Over 1.8trillion pieces of plastic can be found in the pacific garbage patch located between CA and Hawaii. By cleaning up trash along the coast of Mexico and California WildCoast is helping to prevent more plastic from ending up in the already giant garbage patch in our ocean. 

The event shed light on the very important work that needs to be done to preserve our Oceans and coastal environments. Many times when talking about preserving the environment the Ocean is left off or forgotten about but thankfully organizations like WildCoast and the Shiseido Blue project are continuing the efforts to clean up the beach and bring awareness to this important cause! 

Amazon Hosts A Virtual Skin Wellness Summit + Other Beauty News Updates

 This summer is all about the beauty industry as brands have found innovative ways to respond to the COVID-19 crisis. Now more than ever products that promote at home self care and DIY beauty routines are in high demand. This weekend Amazon hosted their first ever virtual skin wellness summit featuring Zuri Hall and Catt Sadler as hosts. 

https://www.amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=19282306011

Other beauty brands and influencers have been producing some amazing virtual events for the makeup and skincare community throughout the summer. Shiseido has just announced their brand new brand ambassador Hunter Schafer. The Hollywood star is the perfect pick for Shiseido. Get her take on the new collab below 

“When I look at SHISEIDO, I see a level of artistic energy that is really unique. As someone who likes to be artistic with makeup, that was something that instantly attracted me to the brand. SHISEIDO is about more than trying to look pretty or appeal to a specific standard of beauty. SHISEIDO is parallel to art.” – Hunter Schafer

While normally in person beauty events would dominate the summer this year things are a little different and brands are finding new ways to connect with their audience online. Schafer is helping to connect her Gen Z fans who are digital natives, to the brand and has already shared some of her favorite products with us! I can't wait to see more from this partnership! 

• Kajal Ink Artists, Gunjo Blue, Sumi Sky, Birodo Green, Lilac Lotus, Plum Blossom
• Controlled Chaos Colored Mascara, Black, Sapphire, Emerald
• MicroLiner Ink, Black
• ColorGel LipBalm, Bamboo

The Ultimate GiftGuide for the Travel Savvy Gal in Your Life!

This year is all about travel for me and I'm making it a mission to visit as many places as possible during my around the world adventure! In honor of all these travels I have decided to create a travel themed gift guide that includes all of my favorite travel products that are essential for a girl on the go!

1. Holland Valley Coffee
https://www.hollandvalleycoffee.com/
Every travel lover knows that between planes, trains, and long drives you're not getting much sleep on travel days no matter how comfortable the seats promise to be! That's why I love Holland Valley coffee because it is 50 percent stronger than other brands and makes waking up early after a long day of traveling that much easier!

2. Boscia Skincare Clear skin Mist
https://www.boscia.com/shop/product_detail.php?products_id=109
This refreshing mist is something I never leave home without because traveling can be really hard on your skin leaving it dry and tired! The clear skin mist is easy to spray on night or day and helps to keep any blemishes from cropping up as well as gives your skin a refreshing glow while you're on the go!

3. Joico Blondelife Shampoo and Conditioner

https://www.joico.com/blonde-life/
The Joico Blonde life haircare set is my favorite travel hair product because it always leaves my hair looking shiny, smooth, and easy to style!

4. Shiseido Under Eye Cream
This Shiseido under eye cream is a travel essential for me. I apply it day and night as part of my skincare routine no matter where I am because it keeps my eyes looking fresh the next morning and throughout the day no matter how little sleep I get! It reduces puffiness, under eye bags, and works to prevent wrinkles as well!

5. Boscia Skincare Konjac cleansing sponge
https://www.boscia.com/shop/product_detail.php?products_id=196&showonlytravelsize=0
This facial cleansing sponge from Boscia is the perfect travel companion to make washing your face easy and fast. It doesn't require any additional soap because the natural cleansing ingredients are already infused in the sponge! Just wet it down, wash, and go!

6. Kollectin Jewelry Statement Pieces

https://www.kollectin.com/
My Kollectin jewelry statement pieces are a travel essential for me because they easily glam up any outfit and give me the option to change up my look without packing too many clothes! Adding a statement necklace or a set of bracelets can change my whole look so no one notices I'm wearing the same thing twice in one week! Of course that leaves more room in my suitcase for shoes which I always tend to overpack on! You can check out my current pieces available in my Kollectin boutique on the app now!

Check out any of these products and trust me your jet setting friends will love you forever after finding one of these items in their stocking this year! Happy Holidays!

4th of July Style: Shine in Bold Stars and Stripes with My Favorite Summer Beauty Products

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This fourth of July I am sharing some bold style inspiration along with my favorite beauty products for creating that glowing skin that will shine underneath the fireworks! I am obsessed with creating the perfect runway ready dewy skin look and I wanted to share my tips with you guys!

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I paired this blue and white striped jacket with these bright red shorts and my favorite festive Kate Spade star print purse for an amazing patriotic and fierce outfit. The oversized jacket paired with shorts is one of my favorite street style trends of the summer. Finish it off with a pair of wedges for a polished look ready for a rooftop celebration with your friends!

For my ma

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For my makeup look I started with the Shiseido WASO skincare line to make sure my skin was plump and moisturized before applying make up. Then I started with my favorite Becca backlight primer which is my favorite product for prepping my skin because it really brings out the shine when I apply the rest of my products! I use Fenty matte foundation and this Shiseido blush that has a little sparkle in it. Then I add in my highlighter using my NYX contouring pallette. I blend together the gold and champagne colors for a nice natural summer glow.
For my eyes, I started out with my Tarte mascara and used my Desert Oasis Pallette from BH cosmetics. My favorite shade in this pallette is called quartz which I applied in the corner of my eyes, then I used the gold sparkly sands on my lids and the beautiful dark turquoise blue color in the corners. I used my Dior brow pencil in Strawberry blonde to highlight my brows.
For my lips I used the brand new Charlotte Tilbury hotlips 2 lipstick in Patsy Red. Then I added my Lip Bar rose gold lipstick on top for a golden shimmer.
You can check out my article on the Charlotte Tilbury launch party at the Grove here to learn more about the brand new Hot Lips collection!
I loved this red white and blue makeup look which can go with any 4th of July outfit! I hope this look gives you some independence day style inspiration!

How to Host the Ultimate Summer House Party With Celebrity Chef Shirley Chung x Shiseido

I got the chance to attend an amazing launch party to celebrate the brand new WASO line of Shiseido products this past weekend at the Shiseido Malibu Beach House. You can read more about the line of super food inspired skincare products in my post here. The party was hosted by Top Chef finalist Shirley Chung who taught us how to make some amazing dishes that are perfect for entertaining and are all made from superfoods with added health benefits as well! This party was amazing and I had such a great time tasting the recipes as well as enjoying the house and mingling with other bloggers! If you are looking for ideas on the perfect start of summer soiree keep reading below to hear about some of my favorite tips and tricks from celebrity Chef Shirley Chung and ideas I picked up for hosting a great party at the event!

First Chef Shirley showed us how to create what she calls the perfect "House Party Plate" which is a delicious combo of cooked veggies drizzled with a tofu based aioli for a fresh and easy meal that guests will love. I have posted the recipe below so you guys can try out this awesome party plate!

Step 1. Chef Shirley's House Party Plate

Step 2. Have your food on the stove before guests arrive

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According to Chef Shirley when preparing fresh ingredients like these it's best to have everything warming on the stove and close to being ready but you shouldn't worry about having the meal all set out on the table yet. If you prepare it too early it could get cold by the time guests arrive. I loved this tip because I never know when the right time is to serve food at my parties! 

Step 3. Prepare centerpieces using some of the ingredients from your dish

Jen J Photography

I love this idea for a summer gathering! When we walked in the table was set with beautiful bouquets of carrots and some flowers scattered across the table as well as a bowl of lemons. It was a beautiful centerpiece and got me curious about what we would be eating! This is a great tip if you are looking to change up your same old party decor and break free from the flowers and vase idea! This felt very Goop approved to me. 

Step 4. Summer Cocktails 

Jen J Photography 

I loved the different tonics and summer cocktail options that were served. They had the perfect light and refreshing flavors that made this day feel like summer and weren't too overbearing when paired with the food. There were alcoholic and nonalcoholic options for guests which is another great tip to remeber when planning your party! 

Step 5. Get everyone mingling! 

Jen J Photography

Chef Shirley got everyone up out of their seats by inviting us to "come garden with her" when preparing our salad plates. I loved this idea because it really broke everyone out of their groups and got us all talking! Plus we could each pick what we liked for our salads. I decided to head outside to the patio afterwards to enjoy mine with the amazing ocean view and even met some new people! 

So there you have it! This is your guide to throwing the ultimate summer house party with vegetarian friendly meals and a simple and fun recipe! This guide will hopefully allow you as the host to enjoy your party as much as your guests! Plus, don't forget to look your best for the big event with the brand new WASO skincare line by Shiseido! Add a little glow to your look the morning of with the daily moisturizer which is one of my favorite products from the line! 

Summertime Superfoods to Fuel Your Sun Soaked Adventures

This summer make the most of the long days and extra sunshine by boosting your energy with a healthy diet and this year's trending super foods. These 5 ingredients are easy to add into your weekly menu and they each provide health benefits and promote overall wellness for an even better you. Plus, they can be used in a variety of ways to benefit your mind, body, and even your skin! I got to attend a Shiseido masterclass on the ultimate ways to create long lasting effects for better skin with their new WASO line featuring 5 amazing Japanese superfoods. Check out the list below to find out more about these nutritious ingredients.

1.Organic Honey 

The honey made from bees used in the quick gentle cleanser of the Shiseido WASO line is perfect for adding a little something sweet to your oatmeal in the morning or using it to flavor a dish like these amazing carrots by Chef Shirley Chung.
The cleanser is also one of my favorite products in this line because it gets rid of all my make up but still feels gentle on my skin and doesn't leave it dry after use!

2. Loquat

The loquat is a delicious fruit grown right here in California and is used in the Shiseido Color smart day moisturizer as well! This fruit has such a unique taste and so many nutritious qualities. I love just peeling the skin and snacking on the juicy treat!
The color smart moisturizer harnesses the power of the Loquat leaf in order to pamper your skin to start your day off right!

3. Red Shiso 

The red shiso plant is a leafy herb that is used in the Shiseido purifying peel off mask. This plant has so many great health qulities including being an antioxidant. Plus it has an amazing and unique flavor that can be used in so many meals. I got to taste it at the WASO launch party in Malibu in a delicious salad. You can read more about the party here!
The peel off mask is perfect for resetting your skin when you need to look your best and using the red shiso provides a natural purifying quality to the mask so you can get rid of dirt and bacteria quickly!

4.Carrots

Carrots are a great vegetable to include in your diet because they can help improve your eyesight and provide important nutrients but did you also know they could be moisturizing? The clear mega hydrating cream by Shiseido uses them to help hydrate your skin! I have several favorite carrot recipes but I got to try them a new way in this yummy and simple dish by Chef Shirley Chung. You can read the full recipe here and I would definitely recommend trying it!
I love this hydrating cream as my skin gets super dry in the summer and it has really made a difference for me in creating a healthy glow!

5. Yuzu citrus

The Yuzu citrus is another exotic fruit that has tons of great benefits as well as tastes delicious! I got to try it with Chef Chung but you can also eat this fruit in many other ways!
The Shiseido Beauty Sleeping mask also uses the Yuzu to help rejuvenate your skin while you are sleeping and is another one of my favorite products from the WASO line!

Celebrating the Start of Summer with Shiseido: My Fruit Filled Day in LA

You guys know that my blog is all about fruit and cherries were the inspiration for the blog name, so I can't wait to share my summer kickoff celebration filled with exotic fruit, amazing skincare, and even a private cooking class with celebrity chef Stephanie Chung.

Spoiler alert, she loves fresh fruit almost as much as me! I even discovered a new fruit during her class called a loquat. She shared this delicious sweet fruit with us which she uses in several of her recipes. We even took this picture together with some of the ingredients, lemons to match my dress!

I started off my day heading to the Shiseido Malibu beach house where a select group of bloggers and celebrities were invited to come celebrate the launch of the Shiseido WASO skincare line.

 We were treated to an amazing master cooking class with Top Chef finalist Stephanie Chung using the same ingredients found in the Shiseido WASO skincare line! The line features several superfood ingredients which are good for your skin and your health! We learned how to double it up on these superfoods so we can eat them and use them on our skin for the ultimate glow!

Stephanie shared her favorite easy recipes made for entertaining with us starting with a delicious Tofu aioli and glazed carrots.

We got to taste the amazing recipe while enjoying the waves crashing right below us. We took in the stunning views from the patio while enjoying our lunch and then headed back inside for more cooking!

I got to help Stephanie prepare carrots for the next meal and she gave tips for the best way to shave carrots creating pretty spirals for garnish.

We also used Yuzu, which is found in the hydrating sleep mask of the skincare line as well for our next dish. Stephanie invited us to come "garden with her" and create our own custom salads.

After enjoying more delicious food I headed upstairs to take in these amazing views from the second floor while testing out the latest Shiseido products.

We got the full WASO line to take home with us and I have already started using the moisturizer. I can already see a difference and can't wait to try out the rest of the products! Don't forget to check back on the blog soon for more about the cooking class! I will even be sharing one of the recipes we made!

After spending the morning enjoying the amazing fresh recipes from Chef Chung I headed over to Melrose where I continued my fruit themed adventure celebrating the grand opening of the World of Fruit installation in Beverly Hills.

The art gallery is an immersive fruit themed experience with 8 rooms full of colorful interactive exhibits. There are even special tastings offered throughout the museum where guests can taste superfruits from exotic locales around the world. There are fruits that have come from Africa, South America, and many other places! Check out all the fun below!

The Ultimate Last Minute Holiday Gift Guide!

If you're like me and you have procrastinated on holiday shopping until the very last minute read on because I've got you covered! Life can be messy sometimes especially around the holidays and even though we'd like to have all our gift shopping done it doesn't always happen! Here is a list of my favorite last minute products and stocking stuffers that are sure to put a smile on everyone's face this year! I've even got stuff for the pickiest person on your list so I hope you enjoy! Since I'm traveling for Christmas this year I focused on portable and small items that you can fit in your suitcase while still leaving room for all those winter clothes!

Gifts for Your Girl Gang

These are the perfect gifts for all the boss babes in your life whether it's for your amazing BFF or your mom you'll find the perfect thing in this list below.

Shiseido Holiday Make-Up

For the beauty guru in your life check out the amazing sparkles and colors in the Shiseido Holiday palette this year!

Joico Temporary Hair Color

These fun mini hair colors make the perfect stocking stuffers and come in so many bright hues!

Cleopatra CatEye Kit

For the boss babe in your life this Cleopatra eye make up makes getting the perfect cat eye easy and quick! Save her some time in the morning since she's always on the go and looking fabulous while conquering the world!

Joico BlondeLife Hair Care

This shampoo and conditioner set is perfect for anyone you know with blonde hair. It is made to brighten and nourish blonde hair!

Bdellium Tools blending brush

This blending brush is a stellar stocking stuffer for your make up junkie friend! The soft brush is made for blending eye makeup and creating the perfect look!

JoiBalm Lipbutter

This grape flavored lipbalm is great for the free spirited girl in your life who is always traveling somewhere new. It is nourishing for log plane rides and easy to store in a purse or carry on. Plus it smells delicious too!

Nicole Frank Compact Mirror

Another great gift for the traveler in your life this little compact mirror make sit easy to touch up your look on the go!

JuvaLips Lip plumper tool

The JuvaLips lip plumper tool will brighten the holidays for any beauty lover! This kit can make getting the perfect pout easy with only a few minutes of treatment.

Grow Your Own Herbs Kit Thoughfully Giftset

I am giving this fun kit from Thoughtfully to my grandmother this year because she loves to garden! If you know someone with a green thumb they will love this beautiful set!

Thoughtfully Gift Sets

We all know guys are notoriously hard to shop for so take some of the pressure off this year with these curated gift sets from Thoughtfully. Let them do all the leg work this year and they will send you the perfect gifts for the guys in your life! I got to try out the Thoughtfully service this year and am gifting this fun mini hot sauce assortment they gave me to my grandfather since he loves to cook!

Kollectin Horoscope Necklace

Check out this personalized jewelry from Kollectin for the perfect gift for friends or co-workers. If you don't know much about the person yet but you want to get them something nice this Charmed by Megan collection of sun sign necklaces is perfect! All you need to know is their birthday and you will have the perfect personalized gift to stick in their stocking or place under the tree at secret santa this year! I love my scorpio necklace that my friends at Kollectin sent me for my birthday this year! Plus, in my family we have two birthdays right after Christmas and these will make the perfect gift to celebrate their special day so that it stands out from their Christmas gifts!

Happy Holidays everyone! I hope this gave you some inspiration as you search for the perfect gifts this year thanks for reading!