It's award season, you guys! In honor of the Grammy's last week, P&G Beauty was nice enough to send me a bunch of get-red-carpet-ready goodies. With our wedding coming up in just over three months, things like great moisturizers and deep conditioners are making their way into my regular beauty routine. I'm just as in to hair and makeup as the next girl, but there's something to be said about taking really good care of yourself all the time so that you're always looking and feeling your best--and that's what I love about most of the products they sent me.

Here are the ones I really love already:

Crest

3D Professional White Whitestrips

I can't say enough good things about 

Crest

 Whitestrips. I've been using them since at least 2007, and I love them. I use a pack at least once a year, and they keep my smile looking super bright and shiny despite the amount of coffee (and red wine!) I consume so regularly. I haven't given these particular ones a try yet, so I was really excited to see them amidst so many other great products.

Herbal Essences

Naked Dry Shampoo

I picked one of these up the other day, actually, so I'm pumped to have doubled my stash! I feel like I've tried every dry shampoo out there, and this is definitely one of the best. It adds volume while it reduces oiliness and it smells so good--I think it's mint. I might be making that up but there's such a fresh scent to it and I really enjoy using it.

Secret

Clinical Strength Light & Fresh Antiperspirant/Deodorant

Please tell me I'm not the only one who sweats like, a lot more than is probably socially acceptable. For whatever reason, regular antiperspirants don't always do it for me, so I've been a big fan of Secret Clinical Strength for a couple of years now. It smells wonderful and I find it really effective.

Pantene

Damage Detox Weekly Rehab Creme

I just used this for the first time two days ago and my hair feels amazing! Minnesota is really doing a number on me--between the cold and all the static, I can't seem to get enough moisture into my locks. And you only need to use a little bit, which is always awesome.

CoverGirl

Bombshell Volume by LashBlash Mascara

This mascara has two wands--one for volume and one for intensity. I like it a lot, but have to be honest and say that I'm a sucker for anything that includes the word "bombshell" in its name or description.

There was a lot of great stuff included that I haven't tried yet--I'm excited to give the 

Olay

 Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream a try soon. What do you add to your beauty routine to get camera-ready for a big event?

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of

Clever Girls Collective

and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

Top photo: 

Another look at 

my most recent shoot

 with 

V.A. Photography

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The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Lorna Jane.

Finding yourself back in a fitness routine again after the holidays can be rough--I know. But simple things like colorful, comfy clothes can make the transition a little easier. Lorna Jane sent me a great pair of leggings and a bright tank top to spice up my gym (or living room) time this year and I'm really loving them so far. I was excited to try cropped pants since most leggings I wear are full-length. The tops run a little big, so if you're going to order something, maybe go a size down.

Lorna Jane also has an awesome e-book packed with tips and recipes to help you kick sugar to the curb in 2014. Check it out here. And while you're at it, visit Move Nourish Believe, Lorna Jane's beautiful blog. This is an awesome company and I'm so glad to have the opportunity to work with them.

It's a new year! Let's make the most of it.

Happy New Year! Last week I told you about my fun holiday partnership with Pantene, and today I'm here to give you an update! Last night I tried to follow this tutorial, I really did. I think my bangs and the fact that I don't have a rattail comb contributed to my failure, and I ended up just using the instructions and photos as inspiration and made it up as I went along. Steps one and two were fine, and then I just twisted along on my own, adding extra pieces as I went.

All of the products are awesome, but for this look I used the Pantene Root Lifter Spray Gel, Pantene Stylers Heat Protection Spray, and Pantene Stylers Extra Strong Shaping Hairspray. I'm not usually one for a root lifting spray of any kind, but this one is awesome and I think I'm going to start putting more time into styling my hair in different ways from now on. All it takes is a few extra minutes and a couple bobby pins!

Thanks for letting me share my experience with you--I hope you all had a great night last night! Rob has the day off and it's so nice spending the first day of our wedding year (!!!) at home together. How have you been celebrating this New Year?

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.