Happy National Donut Day! Let's make a air-fried d Happy National Donut Day! Let's make a air-fried donuts.

You can make donuts using biscuit dough! I used regular and chocolate chip biscuit dough here. 

Directions:
1. Take your biscuit dough out of the tubes and use a round cookie cutter (or any small round glass) to cut a hole in the middle. Put the center dough to the side.
2. Spray your air fryer with cooking spray.
3. Put as many donuts in the air fryer that will fit your appliance. If you have the Instant Pot/Air Fryer, I did three at a time.
4. Fry the donuts for 6 minutes flipping halfway through. So three minutes, then flip, and three more minutes.
5. Take them out and add your icing!
6. You can use the middle pieces to make donut holes.

#nationaldonutday #airfrieddonuts #easyrecipesformoms
Let's make the easiest clam cookies for summer par Let's make the easiest clam cookies for summer parties! These would go well with the crabby chicken salad croissants I shared a few weeks ago. 

To make these, add icing the the back of a Nilla wafer. Place a second cookie on top allowing the front to be open while the backs are touching. Add candy eyes or pearls to the icing. 

You can make these in lots of colors. I was feeling pink, but blue or purple is totally on theme for a mermaid party or a "let's shell-a-brate" party!

#mermaidparty #summercookies #mermaidcookies #easyrecipesformoms #toddlersnacks
Some of my favorite Amazon home finds! What is you Some of my favorite Amazon home finds! What is your home decor style?

Linking everything on my Amazon storefront and in the LTK app! 

#grandmillennialdecor #amazonhomefinds #blueandwhitedecor #blueandwhitehome
Let's make Piña colada fruit dip for your summer Let's make Piña colada fruit dip for your summer parties! 

Mix together 8 oz whipped cream cheese, 7 oz marshmallow cream, 8 oz crushed pineapple drained, 1/2 cup shredded coconut. Serve with fruit and enjoy!

#fruitdip #easyrecipesformoms #summerrecipe #summerrecipes
Let's make bedazzled bottles for bachelorette part Let's make bedazzled bottles for bachelorette parties!You could bedazzle bigger bottles for decor or mini bottles like this for favors.

Super easy! Just glue on rhinestones and pearls with flat backs to the bottle. You can use super glue or hot glue, but just clean up the strings.

Linking the set of gems I used in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/4a3rN 

#bachelorettepartyideas #bachelorettepartyfavors #partyfavor #bridalshowerideas #bridalshowerdecor
The school year is ending and summer is finally he The school year is ending and summer is finally here! Time to "shell-a-brate!"

Sharing some of the fun details from this mermaid/summer party! This is a great theme if you are throwing a summer birthday party, pool party or bachelorette party over the next couple months.

Planning any parties this summer??

#summerpartyideas #summerparty #mermaidparty #mermaidpartyideas
Easy DIY bridesmaid hairstyle! -Curl your hair. - Easy DIY bridesmaid hairstyle!

-Curl your hair.
-Gather the top layer of your hair and pull to the back. Make sure you leave a little hair over your ears. Secure with a clear elastic. 
-Create a hole above the elastic to flip the ponytail through for an inverse ponytail.
-Pancake the twists to fill it out.
-Take the section still over your ears and repeat the process with the second elastic being right below the first. The bottom section should be smaller than the first.
-Spray and go!

#diyhairstyle #easyhairstyle #bridesmaidhairstyle #bridesmaidhairstyles #bridesmaidhairdo #bridesmaidhair
Stocked up on basic tees and denim shorts last wee Stocked up on basic tees and denim shorts last week for summer. Which tee is your favorite? 1, 2, 3 or 4? 

Linking all tees and shorts in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/49MAR

#summerwardrobe #summerstaples #denimshorts #basictees #easysummerstyle #midsizefashion #midsizeblogger
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Beauty · November 5, 2018

PONY-O Review



Happy Monday! If you are anything like me, you have been re-targeted a million times on Facebook and Instagram for the PONY-O. It’s supposedly a miracle ponytail holder that gives you a fuller higher ponytail with no crease. OH and it supposed to work with all hair types. Sounds insane, right?

pony-o review

 

 

So, after seeing the ad a million times, I purchased a set so I could try them for myself. I like to be a resource/human guinea pig for y’all, so this was definitely something I wanted to try.

The holders are made of silicone with a malleable insert and come in several different colors. I purchased the “champagne blonde” color and it came with a set of 2. Basically you pull your hair through the ring, flatten, and fold the sides. I like to wear it as a ponytail, or with a half-up, half-down style.

I was pleasantly surprised! This was no “Hairagami” disaster of 1997. Side note: do y’all remember that commercial? I was SO intrigued by the magical hair folding tool. When I finally tried the product, it was pretty garbage lol.

But PONY-O is nothing like that. I actually really like it. It definitely keeps my ponytail tight and in place, and it does make it higher and fuller. I’m actually a really big fan. I haven’t tested it at the gym or anything, but for a normal every day routine I really like it.

 

I have thicker hair was sure it was going to slide out in like 10 minutes, but the silicone really does grip well and stays put. As a bonus, because I don’t have elastic wrapped around three times, it helps with headaches. And after a full day, I still don’t have a crease.

I’m not crazy about the color, but it’s not a deal breaker. I also sometimes hide the holder by wrapping a piece of hair around it. So if you’re concerned about the big band or mis-matching color, it can easily be hidden.

So after my test, I would definitely recommend. A set is $19.95, which is obviously a little pricier than your normal ponytail holder. So that’s a personal choice, but I do like them and they claim to last hundreds of uses.

Update: I created this video with 3 of my favorite Pony-O Hairstyles:

Have you used PONY-O?

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Comments

  1. Katriza says

    November 5, 2018 at 1:04 pm

    Since having kids, my hair hasn’t been the same so I’m always looking for products like this to help add some extra to my hair! Thanks I will check this out!

    • Helen @ Hel On Heels says

      November 6, 2018 at 10:06 pm

      Let me know how you like it!!

  2. Cara Owens-Kindly Unspoken says

    November 5, 2018 at 2:18 pm

    I’m always so intrigued by products like this- glad to hear it actually worked! You have such pretty hair.

    • Helen @ Hel On Heels says

      November 6, 2018 at 10:06 pm

      Aw thank you Cara!! <3

  3. Beth_Daily_Dog_Tag says

    November 5, 2018 at 4:16 pm

    I’m glad it works, even though it might be pricey, it seems like it could be a good investment.

    • Helen @ Hel On Heels says

      November 6, 2018 at 10:06 pm

      I really do like it! It holds my hair very well and I love the volume.

  4. Lily Ayala says

    November 5, 2018 at 8:42 pm

    I bought a set after seeing all of the ads too and I have really enjoyed it too. Not a fan of the colors either, but it’s not deal breaker.

    • Helen @ Hel On Heels says

      November 6, 2018 at 10:05 pm

      Yay! I’m so glad you like it too! I just wrap my hair around the band and call it a day.

  5. Whitney S. says

    November 5, 2018 at 9:47 pm

    I’ve been seeing that ad on my FB too! I was curious to see a real person try it. I have extremely thick hair, so I’m not sure how well it would work for me!

    • Helen @ Hel On Heels says

      November 6, 2018 at 10:05 pm

      My biggest worry would be your hair fitting through the band. I really wish they would come out with a wider version. However, it holds great!

  6. Alix Maza says

    November 5, 2018 at 10:06 pm

    OMG THE HAIRAGAMI :D! I don’t really worry about volume with my ponytail, but this sounds great!

    • Helen @ Hel On Heels says

      November 6, 2018 at 10:02 pm

      Haha flashback right??

  7. Jasmine Maria says

    November 6, 2018 at 8:51 am

    I’ve seen this on Facebook and I have been wondering if it works! I need to try it out.

    • Helen @ Hel On Heels says

      November 6, 2018 at 10:01 pm

      If you try it let me know how you like it!

  8. Jasmine Hewitt says

    November 6, 2018 at 7:26 pm

    i have thin hair, so curious if this would work for me as well

    • Helen @ Hel On Heels says

      November 6, 2018 at 10:03 pm

      It helps with volume so it might be a great tool for thin hair!

  9. Kelsie Kristine says

    November 7, 2018 at 1:48 pm

    I’ve been eyeing this up on FB!! Looks amazing and glad you recommend it!

  10. Amy Kugali McWilliams says

    October 5, 2019 at 2:04 pm

    Is this a Pony-O XL or the regular one? I can’t decide which ‘size’ to get… I have hair that looks like yours, long and thick! What do you think?

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Happy National Donut Day! Let's make a air-fried d Happy National Donut Day! Let's make a air-fried donuts.

You can make donuts using biscuit dough! I used regular and chocolate chip biscuit dough here. 

Directions:
1. Take your biscuit dough out of the tubes and use a round cookie cutter (or any small round glass) to cut a hole in the middle. Put the center dough to the side.
2. Spray your air fryer with cooking spray.
3. Put as many donuts in the air fryer that will fit your appliance. If you have the Instant Pot/Air Fryer, I did three at a time.
4. Fry the donuts for 6 minutes flipping halfway through. So three minutes, then flip, and three more minutes.
5. Take them out and add your icing!
6. You can use the middle pieces to make donut holes.

#nationaldonutday #airfrieddonuts #easyrecipesformoms
Let's make the easiest clam cookies for summer par Let's make the easiest clam cookies for summer parties! These would go well with the crabby chicken salad croissants I shared a few weeks ago. 

To make these, add icing the the back of a Nilla wafer. Place a second cookie on top allowing the front to be open while the backs are touching. Add candy eyes or pearls to the icing. 

You can make these in lots of colors. I was feeling pink, but blue or purple is totally on theme for a mermaid party or a "let's shell-a-brate" party!

#mermaidparty #summercookies #mermaidcookies #easyrecipesformoms #toddlersnacks
Some of my favorite Amazon home finds! What is you Some of my favorite Amazon home finds! What is your home decor style?

Linking everything on my Amazon storefront and in the LTK app! 

#grandmillennialdecor #amazonhomefinds #blueandwhitedecor #blueandwhitehome
Let's make Piña colada fruit dip for your summer Let's make Piña colada fruit dip for your summer parties! 

Mix together 8 oz whipped cream cheese, 7 oz marshmallow cream, 8 oz crushed pineapple drained, 1/2 cup shredded coconut. Serve with fruit and enjoy!

#fruitdip #easyrecipesformoms #summerrecipe #summerrecipes
Let's make bedazzled bottles for bachelorette part Let's make bedazzled bottles for bachelorette parties!You could bedazzle bigger bottles for decor or mini bottles like this for favors.

Super easy! Just glue on rhinestones and pearls with flat backs to the bottle. You can use super glue or hot glue, but just clean up the strings.

Linking the set of gems I used in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/4a3rN 

#bachelorettepartyideas #bachelorettepartyfavors #partyfavor #bridalshowerideas #bridalshowerdecor
The school year is ending and summer is finally he The school year is ending and summer is finally here! Time to "shell-a-brate!"

Sharing some of the fun details from this mermaid/summer party! This is a great theme if you are throwing a summer birthday party, pool party or bachelorette party over the next couple months.

Planning any parties this summer??

#summerpartyideas #summerparty #mermaidparty #mermaidpartyideas
Easy DIY bridesmaid hairstyle! -Curl your hair. - Easy DIY bridesmaid hairstyle!

-Curl your hair.
-Gather the top layer of your hair and pull to the back. Make sure you leave a little hair over your ears. Secure with a clear elastic. 
-Create a hole above the elastic to flip the ponytail through for an inverse ponytail.
-Pancake the twists to fill it out.
-Take the section still over your ears and repeat the process with the second elastic being right below the first. The bottom section should be smaller than the first.
-Spray and go!

#diyhairstyle #easyhairstyle #bridesmaidhairstyle #bridesmaidhairstyles #bridesmaidhairdo #bridesmaidhair
Stocked up on basic tees and denim shorts last wee Stocked up on basic tees and denim shorts last week for summer. Which tee is your favorite? 1, 2, 3 or 4? 

Linking all tees and shorts in the @shop.ltk app! https://liketk.it/49MAR

#summerwardrobe #summerstaples #denimshorts #basictees #easysummerstyle #midsizefashion #midsizeblogger
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