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COOKING WITH MY KIDS

November 8, 2021October 31, 2021
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Dirty Rice Recipe – It’s So Good & Easy!

July 25, 2020May 30, 2020
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Spicy Indian Turkey Meatballs

July 25, 2020May 30, 2020
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A B O U T M E

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Hi there, I’m Ami! As a first-generation immigrant born in the U.S., I have always felt there is a need for more South Asian representation in the media world. This is my creative space to share all things
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Outfits lately from the past week/end: 1- @the__s Outfits lately from the past week/end:

1- @the__sei dress (linked in pic) 
2- @nadinemerabi jumpsuit (linked in pic)
3- @zara striped sweater (I found the link so tap to shop!) & @spanx faux leather leggings (use code AMIXSPANX) 
4- @abercrombie bodysuit & @spanx flare denim (use code above) 
5- @forloveandlemons Monet bodysuit & @express faux leather pants 
6- lilac chunky sweater unknown brand from a small boutique & @zara relaxed denim 
7- @zara cropped fuzzy button sweater & @spanx flare denim 
8- @dkny mesh panel bodysuit (linked on pic) & @express faux leather pants 
9- @everlane full length bodysuit & @target crop pullover
Any excuse to dress up 🥰✨ Bought this @megha_ Any excuse to dress up 🥰✨ Bought this @megha_and_jigar gown last year from @perniaspopupshop & finally had a chance to wear it to our school’s Golden Gala! And some beautiful jewels c/o @xothebijouxbox Also when you let us stay up past 12am we will find our way to all the snacks & treats 😝 #parentsnightout #goldengala
Bougie skin but on a budget..name a better combo? Bougie skin but on a budget..name a better combo? I’m not one to shy away from spending $$ on my skincare, but accessible & effective is golden in my book. I’ve been a fan of @no7usa products for years but this UK born brand is now widely available in the US and I’m sharing 2 products I think are worth a try. The Lift + Luminate Serum & Day Cream with SPF30 are comparable to some of my high end favorites, and blow some of them out of the water! #no7partner
Things are not always as they seem 😆 I can go f Things are not always as they seem 😆 I can go from fully decked out to mismatched sweats real quick #keepinitreal #igvsreality #momlife
When I say my hair has never been this healthy or When I say my hair has never been this healthy or strong in years…🥹🙌🏽Hair & scalp health has been trending, but it’s been around for centuries, and I’m going to show you the things I’ve been doing that have been making a big difference. Using all @fableandmane today including their newest launch:
 
-Dry combing with this wooden neem scalp massager to detangle prevents less hair fall out. It also and helps promote blood circulation to the scalp..I never used to do this & do it daily now!
 
-Pre-wash hair oiling truly works! It’s not immediate but you will see stronger strands overtime. And having babies for almost a decade left me with cycles of thin, brittle hair so I have witnessed the change first hand. I’ll use about 3-4 droppers of the HoliRoots Oil in sections focused on the scalp and then put some all the way to the ends leaving on overnight or at least for 1 hour
 
-adding an after-wash hair oil to wet and dry hair has given me the shine and luster that my dry hair lacks. This MahaMane Smooth + Shine Oil is very lightweight and helps keep my hair looking 💯 in between wash days 
 
Let me know what you’ve been doing or switched up recently that you’ve noticed has helped with your hair too! @Sephora #fableandmanepartner #fableandmane #hairhealth #hairgrowth
What a night to celebrate!! ✨🥳🎥 @ejaf #osc What a night to celebrate!! ✨🥳🎥 @ejaf #oscars2023 

Styled by: @xothebijouxbox in @rockystarofficial 
Glam by me 🙋🏽‍♀️🥰
Sometimes you gotta dance like no one is watching….even in your 40s 😝❤️🙃 #probablyabsolutelydeletinglater
I am a one & done kinda girl when it comes to spen I am a one & done kinda girl when it comes to spending time on my hair. I’ll take the most time to style my hair after a wash day and then go in for quick touchups until my next wash. @t3micro has always been my tool of choice but these new Switch Kits make it even easier to experiment with different styles. You get the same interchangeable iron from the OG collection, but now different barrel sizes and a mix of clamps & wands 🙌🏽 Here’s how I get my bed head waves to last, and use code AMIT320 sitewide #t3switchkit #t3partner 

#t3micro #hairtools #hairtutorials #beachywaves #bedhead #hairstyle #hairideas #momlife #Trending #easyhairstyles #dirtyhairdays
Part 3 of my brushes series! Skipped a day but thi Part 3 of my brushes series! Skipped a day but this rounds out all the basic tools I use for getting ready. Listed below 

@sigmabeauty SS219 to blend/smudge/smoke out liner 
@panasonic heated lash curler (game changer 🙌🏽) 
@iliabeauty blending brush 
@blushandglow blender brush 
@morphebrushes M520 to clean shadow lines 

#makeupbrushes #makeuptips #makeupbrush #Reactions #beautytips #beautyhacks #makeuptools #makeuproutine #eyelashcurlerhack #eyelashcurler #grwm
Kai’s first Holi at school ♥️💙💜💛💚🧡 #happyholi #holi2023
Brushes I use part 2 || I should say products beca Brushes I use part 2 || I should say products because these aren’t all brushes! Everything listed below and will be linked on my @shop.ltk 

@thrivecausemetics setting spray - I use a setting spray throughout my process after every powder product. It helps keep skin looking luminous and doesn’t cake layers 
@amazon poofs to set powder + press in setting spray 
@tartecosmetics the other side of the breezy dual ended brush for blush 
@tartecosmetics other side of the shape tape sculpt & glow dual ended brush for highlight 
@tweezerman eyelash curler 

#makeupbrushes #makeuptools #everydaymakeupbrushes #brushesforbeginners #howtobeauty #makeup #makeuphacks
All the brushes I use - PART 1: @tartecosmetics All the brushes I use - PART 1: 

@tartecosmetics the buffer foundation brush for lighter all over finish (use code ami15)
@lawless foundation brush for fuller coverage 
@amazon paw paw sponge
@tartecosmetics breezy dream face dual ended brush for contour and blush 
@catrice.cosmetics lift up brow styling brush (mine is old & different but love that this one comes angled)
@amazon powder puff
@tartecosmetics shape tape sculpt & glow dual ended brush for bronzer & highlight 

#brushes #makeupbrush #makeupbrushes #makeupapplication #makeuphacks #beautyhacks #beautytips #TheScotts #Viral #Trending #losangelesinfluencer #beautymusthaves #brushes #makeupbrushes #makeupessentials #makeupforbeginners
How I hype myself up…even for a night home in be How I hype myself up…even for a night home in bed 😝 Are you a stay in & cuddle or get ready & rile type of Friday night person? I’m def a split between both 🤪

#fridaymood #newyork #momlife #outfitoftheday #Viral #Trending #beautyinfluencer #fridaynight #fridayvibes #momsgonewild
Usually from 6-9am when at home. Let me know if yo Usually from 6-9am when at home. Let me know if you’d want to see a PM routine too! 

#morningroutine #morninroutinewithkids #kidroutine
#momlife #TheScotts #Trending #Viral
#momvlogger #momsofinstagram #amroutine #3kids #schooldays #routine
✨Giveaway✨ Taking self care to the next level ✨Giveaway✨ Taking self care to the next level & I want to bring you with me!! Read until the end to see how you can win a set of these @patchology Rosès Toes & Fingers masks. They’re so hydrating & smell divine with the scent of effervescent strawberry rosé. The special sauce comes inside the booties and gloves which are lined with creamy shea butter mixed with omega-rich strawberry oil and age-defying resveratrol that leave your tootsies & fingers looking, feeling, and smelling fresh in ten minutes. And I’m teaming with Patchology to gift 2 sets ⬇️

How to enter:
-follow @patchology & @amidesai 
-comment below what self care means to you 
*ends 3/3 & winners will be sent a DM*

And don’t forget you can use code AMI15 SITEWIDE for 15% off #patchology #sponsored
When I need my blush to last all day & night! Us When I need my blush to last all day & night! 

Using:
@kulfi.beauty cream blush in pinky promise 
@makebeautyofficial powder blush in amber glow 
@fentybeauty bronzer brush 
@makebeautyofficial blush brush 

 #blush #makeuphacks #makeuptips #beautytips #beautyhacks #TheScotts #Viral #makeupmusthaves #liquidblush #satisfying
My go-to look these days..generally follow all the My go-to look these days..generally follow all these steps & interchange products as I’m testing them out. Did this look over the weekend so went with less coverage overall:

Using:
@pixibeauty flawless primer 
@hudabeauty faux filter concealer in sugar biscuit
@personacosmetics multistick in Sahara 
@rarebeauty highlighter in mesmerize 
@fentybeauty brow mvp
@anastasiabeverlyhills brow pencil in dark brown 
@hudabeauty loose setting powder in cherry blossom
@fentybeauty cream blush in cool berry 
@physiciansformula bronze booster in medium/dark
@maybelline sky high mascara in dark brown 
@livetinted hueliner in black 
@thrivecausemetics makeup fix set & refresh spray 
@anastasiabeverlyhills liner in muted mauve
@rhode lip balm unscented

#makeup #beauty #getreadywithme #naturalmakeuplook #beautytips #makeuptutorial #TheScotts #Viral #trends #Reels #Losangeles #rarebeauty #weekendmakeup #beautyover40
How to layer your skincare 101- I’m sharing the How to layer your skincare 101- I’m sharing the general rule of thumb that will help you get the most out of your powerhouse products like these four from the Lancôme Advanced Gènifique line. The patented formula contains a 10% Bifidus prebiotic complex that takes strengthening your skin barrier to the next level. And don’t forget skincare works overtime at night when we’re at rest so this is when you really want to use the good stuff. This entire line can be found @ultabeauty & linked on my @shop.ltk #sponsored #ultabeauty #liketkit #LTKbeauty #LTKunder100 @shop.ltk https://liketk.it/42MXo

Products used:
@lancomeofficial Advanced Gènifique Serum
@lancomeofficial Advanced Gènifique Light Pearl Eye Serum
@lancomeofficial Advanced Gènifique Night Cream
@lancomeofficial Advanced Gènifique Eye Cream
Progress not perfection is my main goal when it co Progress not perfection is my main goal when it comes to my fitness journey and I can honestly say I’ve never felt stronger 💪🏽 And shout out to my @nike fits for making me feel good every step of the way. I love the Go leggings for higher impact workouts because they offer firm support with a compressive feel that keeps everything in place. The new Zenvy biker shorts keep me supported and comfy during the day-to-day grind thanks to their cloud-like softness from InfinaSoft material @nikewomen #teamnike
Mammoth weekend recap #mammoth #familytime #tren Mammoth weekend recap 

#mammoth #familytime #trending #viral #reels #vacation #skiing #mammothlakes #familytravel #visitmammoth
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