Magical and Heartwarming Holiday Gift Ideas — As Seen On CBS Austin
Holiday season has officially arrived, and I’ve got some great suggestions for everyone on your list — from the glam-loving girlies to outdoor adventurers and active kiddos. Today, on CBS Austin’s “We Are Austin,” I shared some of my recommendations with the amazing Trevor Scott. Check out the segment here and for details on the gift ideas discussed on air, keep reading!
Olay Super Serum
The holidays are a magical time, and the enchanting Olay Super Serum is sure to enchant all of your skincare-obsessed friends and family members. Not only does this science-backed, multi-tasking serum offer a number of skincare benefits, but the serum is a gorgeous iridescent purple color that seems to fit perfectly in a winter wonderland filled with snow globes, lustrous icicles, and sparkles galore.
The formula incorporates five skin-transforming ingredients: niacinamide, which helps to even skin tone and strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier for more long-lasting hydration; vitamin C to brighten the complexion and stimulate collagen production; vitamin E to condition skin and protect against free radicals; collagen peptides to plump and smooth skin, giving it a more lifted and smoother look and feel; and lactic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid that gently exfoliates skin, revealing more youthful skin while minimizing pores. The 5-in-1 formula, then, helps to improve skin texture, firm skin, even skin tone, smooth fine lines, and provide ling-lasting hydration. How visible are the results? Well, they’re so visible that they outperformed the No. 1 luxury serum in clinical trials!
Pick up the Olay Super Serum for $34.99 at retailers nationwide.
Fig. 1 Retinol Level-Up Trilogy System
Retinol is considered a holy grail ingredient for skin renewal, helping to increase cellular turnover (hence resulting in skin exfoliation and renewal), stimulating collagen production (thereby minimizing fine lines and keeping skin supple and lifted), unclogging pores (thereby reducing breakouts and giving skin a smoother texture), and reducing the overproduction of melanin (hence minimizing dark spots). But there is undoubtedly a learning curve when it comes to retinol’s use. Newcomers to this powerful vitamin A derivative, then, need to proceed with caution in order to avoid unsavory side effects like redness, dryness, peeling and irritation.
Luckily, dermatologist-developed brand Fig. 1 is removing the guesswork out of using retinol with its genius Retinol Level-Up Trilogy System. The clinically-proven system uses powerful, high-performance ingredients to soften fine lines and wrinkles, refine pores, and boost radiance — all while minimizing sensitivity thanks to. Fig 1’s time-release technology .
Each retinol product in the system levels up to a more potent dose of retinol, allowing your skin to acclimate as you work your way up the ladder. Beginners can start with the Retinol Night Cream Level 1 ($42 on Fig-1.co), which has a 0.15% retinol concentration. After 4-6 weeks of use, you can move up to the Retinol Night Cream Level 2 ($52 on Fig-1.co) which has a 0.3% concentration of encapsulated retinol. Once another 6 weeks or so elapse, you’ll land at the Retinol Night Cream Level 3 ($62 on Fig-1.co), which has a 0.6%. retinol concentration, delivering the most powerful results.
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk On The Go Kit
Makeup lovers will swoon over the Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk On The Go Kit ($54 on CharlotteTilbury.com and the Charlotte Tilbury app), an adorable gift set that includes everything needed to master a soft glam makeup look.
The kit includes the Mini Lip Cheat in Pillow Talk Original, a creamy, smudge-proof lip liner in a gorgeous nude-pink hue that complements all skin tones. The Lip Cheat in Pillow Talk has been a global sensation since its debut in 2013 — to this day, two liners are sold every two minutes. This famed lip liner is accompanied by the equally iconic Mini Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk Original. This nude-pink matte lipstick has been worn by everyone from Amal Clooney to Meghan Markle and Penelope Cruz. Featuring skin-softening vitamin E and orchid extract, the best-selling lipstick glides onto skin effortlessly and gives them a subtle touch of radiant color.
The kit also includes a Mini Matte Beauty Blush Wand in Pillow Talk to liven up the complexion. Featuring a cushion applicator, this liquid blush can be dotted onto cheeks to give them a flush of rosy pink color with a natural matte finish.
Lastly, to accentuate the eyes, there’s the Mini Pillow Talk Eyeliner, a pencil liner in a berry-brown shade, and the Mini Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes Mascara in Super Black to give lashes volume, length, and lift.
Hug Letters
Many of us have family members and loved ones in different cities and states, and it can be a challenge to stay connected and informed about everyone’s happenings. Sure, you might be connected through Facebook and Instagram but staying on top of everyone’s social media feed can be a daunting task. Enter Hug Letters, a beautifully and lovingly curated family newspaper delivered to a loved one’s mailbox each month.
Here’s how it works: over the course of each month, family members can upload up to 30 photos alongside short stories to the Hug Letters app. These photos and anecdotes are then amassed into a charming family journal, printed, and mailed to your loved one. The recipient will then open his or her mailbox and discover a beautiful newspaper with all the latest and most significant events in their loved ones’ lives. It truly feels like receiving a hug in the mail!
Through Nov. 30th, viewers can visit HugLetters.com and enjoy 45% off an annual subscription with the code CBSAUSTIN.
Figgy Play Couch
Open-ended play is crucial during early childhood, nurturing kids’ creativity, enhancing their fine and gross motor skills, improving their problem-solving abilities, and more. One great way to encourage open-ended play is through a Figgy modular play couch. Each versatile and compact play couch features cushions that can be arranged in countless ways and used to build forts, create ramps and tunnels, rafts and rocket ships, and more.
Made with non-toxic materials, each Figgy Play Couch incorporates four base cushions and two rectangular pillows, as well as an optional wedge pillow — all featuring CertiPUR-US Certified foam core that’s sturdy enough for kids to safely climb and jump on but also soft enough for them to nap on.
And unlike other play couches, Figgy’s cushions feature strong Velcro connectors that ensure even the most ambitious constructions stick together.
Moreover, they feature waterproof linings and machine-washable covers, so parents can easily clean up any accidental spills and keep playtime going strong.
To learn more and sign up for holiday savings, visit Figgyplay.com
Murf Electric Bikes
You can open up a world of adventure for families when you gift them the new Higgs Cargo from Murf Electric Bikes. This innovative passenger e-bike features a compact design and a lower step-over height that makes mounting and dismounting easier for all riders — including petite women such as myself!
The low frame, lighter weight and extended wheelbase create an optimal center of gravity for exceptional balance and stability in diverse terrains. The Higgs Cargo offers effortless handling, and it can hit speeds of up to 20 mph so you can arrive at your destination in a timely fashion.
If you want to explore Walnut Creek Park or the Shoal Creek Trail with the kiddos in the back or you’re looking for a more eco-friendly way to make the commute to work, the Higgs Cargo is up for the challenge.
To learn more about the Higgs Cargo and Murf’s full fleet of e-bikes visit murfelectricbikes.com
