up & up Cleansing Towelettes #FTW!
I’m pretty lazy when it comes to personal hygiene.
There. I said it.
And on the internet, no less…
It’s the truth. Oh, I keep myself clean on a daily basis, for sure. But I hate the whole process of taking care of myself. Washing my face, brushing my teeth, washing my hair… There are just so many other things I’d rather be doing. But, alas, Chris continues to INSIST I bathe, so here I am. Because of this lack of interest in personal care, I like to cut corners and take whatever help I can get. Enter up & up brand Cleansing Towelettes. These puppies let me wash my face from my couch. Or my bed. Or my beach chair. SO VERSATILE! I love these because they are made with botanical fibers that gently lift dirt and makeup away without drying out my skin. Plus, the towelettes nourish my skin with pro-vitamin B5, are fragrance free, and oil free. It’s basically like wiping your face with a big, puffy cloud of freshness. I also like them because they remove waterproof mascara. Which, we all know, is the holy grail of a facial wipe. I use these wipes on a daily basis to keep my face clean and fresh. Mostly, I use them at night when I sit on the couch after a long day watching TV. It makes me feel productive and clean without having to, you know, like, bathe. But I also use up & up Sensitive Skin Cleansing Towelettes on the go, too. They are super easy to throw into my suitcase when I travel. I keep them in the fridge whenever someone in our house isn’t feeling good, too. There’s just something about washing your face with a cool towelette when you’re hot and crumby that makes you feel renewed and refreshed.
These are also great to have in your hospital bag when you have a baby. I always include a pack of these into my new mom gift bags. There’s nothing better than a clean, fresh face after you’ve pushed a baby from your loins.
Seriously, though. These were my best friend in the days and weeks immediately following having both my children because they are a quick, easy way to freshen and clean when you can’t take the time or don’t have the energy for showers. And at just under $4.00 for a pack of 30, the up & up brand continues to impress me for the quality they provide on a dime. Nothing better than a brand you trust for almost half the cost. Lucky for us, we have a $100 Target GiftCard giveaway on MC today! Just leave a comment below telling me what you’re quick pick-me-up is when you’re feeling rundown and tired. One lucky winner will be selected as the gift card winner! Good luck! Sweepstakes Rules: No duplicate comments. You may receive (2) total entries by selecting from the following entry methods: 1. Leave a comment in response to the sweepstakes prompt on this post 2. Tweet (public message) about this promotion; including exactly the following unique term in your tweet message: “#SweepstakesEntry”; and leave the URL to that tweet in a comment on this post 3. Blog about this promotion, including a disclosure that you are receiving a sweepstakes entry in exchange for writing the blog post, and leave the URL to that post in a comment on this post 4. For those with no Twitter or blog, read the official rules to learn about an alternate form of entry. This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older. Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. The notification email will come directly from BlogHer via the sweeps@blogher email address. You will have 72 hours to respond; otherwise a new winner will be selected. The Official Rules are available here. This sweepstakes runs from 10/22/2014 – 11/22/2014. Be sure to visit the Target’s brand page on BlogHer.com where you can read other bloggers’ posts!
218 Comments
Stephanie saliba
My pick me up is well …. chocolate. No wait that’s everyday.
My real quick pick me up is chapstick. I carry the EOS “balls” everywhere and if I need a boost I just swipe a few times and I feel refreshed. Its really relaxing to me !
P.S Chris thanks for insisting Katie bathe!
Trish P
Chocolate. Orrrr maybe new nail polish. There isn’t anything that quiets a 1 year old is there? 🙂
Meagan
My pick me up is a warm cup of chai tea. I’m not a coffee drinker, so I love having something warm and creamy I can sit and drink. Helps me to relax.
Kellee
My pick me up? NAPS! I love the feeling of a nice long nap. Also reading because sometimes you need that escape to another world ☺
Jenn
My pick me up is a good book or an old favorite, just some peace and quiet to get lost in a book.
Leticia
Taking a nice long, nap!
Lisa
Quiet time reading a book. Or a long walk.
Santina
The pedialyte frozen pops – great when you have a fever, or vomiting, or just need to hydrate. My kids love them too 😉
Erin
I like iced green tea with a squeeze of lime juice as my pick-me-up. Or sometimes just a good, long toothbrushing can make my whole body feel clean and fresh!
HeatherM
This is going to sound crazy. On a rough day I like to shop for pens. If I can’t get out of the house, I go “shopping” in my pen-and-post-it-drawer :). There is something about making a nice neat list with a crisp new pen that makes me feel put together and organized, and it gets my worries down on paper and out of my head!
Erica
Coffee!!
Julie S
A good walk is what picks me up when I start dragging during the day at work.
Julie
Watching my favorite t.v. show.
Rachel
Splashing my face with cool water or smelling a citrus or mint essential oil!
Melissa
A long, hot bath always calms me down but also refreshes me after a long day.
Erin
My current pick me up is to take the boy outside and run around in the cool fall air.
Kathleen
It’s a toss up: either the cliche of chocolate (I like the Dove chocolates with caramel) or going for a run outside with my music, knowing my hubby has both the kids, usually during the witching hour so he fully appreciates how hard it is to have both kids ALL.BY.YOURSELF!!!
Elizabeth
A quiet walk around the block refreshes me!
Ivette
Watching TV and having a slurpee….and maybe a candybar too!
Tanya B.
Chocolate! Or just talking it out with my man. He’s my best friend and a great comfort!
AliceB
My favorite quick pick-me-up is an iced vanilla latte from Starbucks.
Did you know tiramisu means pick-me-up in Italian?? Tira(pulls) mi(me) su(up)! It lives up to it’s name, too 🙂
Emily S.
Dr. Pepper!! It’s my one vice that I can’t give up!
Mindy
My quick pick-me-up is some good ole fashion downtime. Just me and some peace and quiet always does the trick!
Becca Cantrell
I like to have some toast and tea! Or popcorn. Or chocolate! 🙂
Kimmee
I love a mixture of Coffee, Carmel Syrup, and french Vanilla creamer from the gas station LOL!!!
Kim
A little alone/quiet time and some sweet tea helps every time!
Laurie Bailey
Iced green tea is my fav pick me up!
Le
A little fresh lemon in my water goes a long way!
Mary Ellen
One of my favorite pick-me-ups is a mug of warm chai tea and a good book.
Leslie
When I’m feeling yucky, I stick a bottle of juice in the fridge (usually some variation on cranberry) and eat toast and drink juice all day.
nicole
My pick me up is a run outside. Living in MI this time of year it starts to get cold and being able to get outside in the fresh air becomes a luxury. So a 30 min run outside vs. the treadmill does the trick!
Tori
A hot bath does wonders for me every time!
Lindsay McGee
Chocolate? Wine? Hugs from the kids? No, I think my new fave is the lemon greek yogurt – tastes like pie!
Erin B.
My pick me up is dry shampoo. If I don’t have time to wash my hair that day (or week!) dry shampoo leaves my hair silky and soft and not oily or greasy.
jess
pick me up – some amazon prime or netflix during the sacred nap time. i can zone out for about 45 minutes before one of the rascals wakes up!
Sharlee @mynewlines
Sugar! I wish it wasn’t true but it is.
cathy
Definitely a cup of coffee!
Amber
My pick-me-up? a Target run BY MYSELF while the hubby tackles our 3 boys at home. And chocolate or coffee or 15 minutes browsing my blogs without interruption. 🙂
Jess
Ice cold ice water! And changing my hair up (pony tail -> down or vice versa).
Stephanie
My pick-me-up is actually just water! When I’m run-down or tired, it’s amazing what drinking a glass or two of water will do for me. Somehow I am surprised every time by how much it helps.
Laura S
My quick pick me up is to hug on my dog. He gets so excited and loves the attention…always makes me smile and feel a little more energized. :O)
Brooke
Hot tea with a little honey!
Mindee@ourfrontdoor
Ha! I’m the opposite. I love to just chill out in the shower.
Julie Wood
My quick pick me up is to take a short nap, and relax to get my energy back! Then I have a nice hot cup of herbal tea!
Anna Mary
When I’m feeling less than ideal, washing my face and/or brushing my teeth can make all the difference. I’m thrilled to read this post today too because I am in the market for a good makeup removing wipe 🙂
Crystal
A quick shower and getting myself dressed nicely (actually wearing something other then yoga pants) can always make me feel better 🙂
Halston
Hot soup!
Amy S.
My quick pick me up is a cup of tea with honey. It always makes me feel better!
Laurie
My pick me up is going to run some errands on my lunch hour. While it is easier to just sit at my desk (and super lazy of me) I force myself to get up and get out. Oh and I love using those wipes at night to while I’m laying on the couch. If I want to take it one step further and cleanse and lotion my face before bed I do but if not then I still feel like I have a clean face.
Michelle
Coffee and a good book.
Pamela
Lately it’s a nap…
Erica
A walk around the office or around the block works for me!
Meggie
Sunny D is always my go-to when I’m not feeling my best!
Josie
I like to treat myself to a vanilla latte!
nylse
Quick pick me up – a hot cup of tea with a good book.
Lauren B
My favorite way for a quick pick me up is to have a small bite of chocolate. Just a nibble!
Shannon
My favorite pick me up is a piece of dark chocolate, preferably from the fridge or freezer!
Marie
A nice, quiet minute to sit with a good book! Those moments are few and far between these days!
Melissa
I love a nice glass of ice water and a moment to collect my thoughts or listen to a favorite song when I need a pick me up.
Leah
I’m addicted to Starbucks refreshers as my quick pick me up. I don’t drink them every day but they are my must have on long days with busy afternoons. I buy them by the case at Costco.
Erin
Chocolate or tortilla chips, depending on whether I’m in the mood for something sweet or salty.
Emily
I’m gonna have to go with an ice cold beer, ha
Kelly D
My quick pick me up is a cup of coffee or walk outside.
Kelly D
tweet
https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/524989340133244928
Laura
I have a huge weakness for Starbucks bottled fraps.
Ellen S
Ice water with lime. Yum!
Lucia
My quick pick me up is either chocolate or a glass of wine. Although on rain days like today, a power nap also does wonders.
Abigail
Nice smelling hand lotion is a great pick-me-up!
Cheryl Z
A good snack!
Jenn
A cup of coffee and a chocolate square!
Sharon Faye
When I’m in a rush and only a few minutes to freshen up, I love the facial wipes and a quick swipe with a hairbrush and toothbrush.
deannab1
Going for a run!
Jenna
Reading, all by myself, in a quiet house.
Lisa Brown
my quick pick-me-up, is coffee and/or a brisk walk around the neighborhood.
Lisa Brown
my tweet https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/525015479354552320
Kristin
Something that keeps me awake and lively- coffee!
Jen M
My young living essential oils- Citrus fresh is a great pick me up.
Elena
A cup of coffee picks me up when I am tired
Elena
tweet: https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/525027549089251328
heather
My quick pick my up when I am feeling run down and tired is a nice hot shower and then I like to put on a nice body spray.
Natalie
When I need a pick me up I go to the gym to exercise because it always makes me feel better.
Natalie
tweet https://twitter.com/yarbr012/status/525043232745332736
Mami2jcn
I have an iced tea and sit on my back porch.
Mami2jcn
tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/525045829518639105
Rachel K
Lotion that spells good 🙂
Aydee
My pickme up is a nice power nap! So revitalizing!
Jennifer
A nice glass of wine
Becky
My favorite method is to take an extra-long, hot shower with a glass of wine! The wine really upgrades it to feel like luxurious me time.
Lisa Cater
My quick pick me up is chocolate – especially ghiradelli dark chocolate with caramel squares!
Melissa
Chocolate! For sure! Although with the rate I’ve been inhaling it lately, I’m either having a very stressful and busy school year (true) or its more than just a pick-me-up lol
I think I’m going to check these out! I HATE washing my face if I’m not in the shower.
Ginna
My pick me up is snuggling my puppy. He’s such a goofball that he makes me laugh every time!
Kristen @ Joyfully Thriving
I’m going to have to give these wipes a try! My quick pick-me-up? A Diet Dr. Pepper (or Coke) and a piece of chocolate. Any chocolate will do!
Michelle
A really, really hot shower always does the trick for me.
Nina
A glass of chocolate milk!
Sandra
A cup of tea!
Arielle
A latte. Nothing does it better
PJ
I love to just rock out to some music when I’m rundown – sometimes a good classical piece other times a classic 80’s or 90’s tune. Anything that gets me excited. Bonus points if it gets me dancing or “conducting” along!
Carrie
I like to keep lotion on the refrigerator and slather it on my tired, dry self when it’s good and cold. SO refreshing!!!
Christy
As a new mom, my pick me up this fall as been pumpkin spice k-cups in my Keurig every morning.
Katie N.
I swear by the Up & Up face wipes too! I’ve always hated washing my face at the end of the night…something about the dripping of the water down my arms, getting the edges of my hair wet, the extra few minutes it tacks on to my nighttime routine before I can flop down in bed, etc. These towelettes make it so easy to wash my face before bed super quickly and without all of the annoyance!
maureen
my pick me ups are chocolate or a very strong ginger ale.
Amanda E.
My pick me up is quality time with a good book.
Rachel
I would have to say some fresh air or maybe shopping!
steve weber
My favorite pick me up is music.. usually something Dave Matthews Band.
Erin S.
Listening to some relaxing music, scented candles, and a glass of wine!
Samantha
Running! Or really any kind of cardio allows me to balance out any crazy thoughts I’m having and be truly thankful for the good people I have in my life.
Julie Wood
A good pick me up is to take a nap, and then have a nice cup of herbal tea and just sit and relax with a good book!
Julie Wood
Tweet-
https://twitter.com/JewelWood/status/525271575809904640
Courtney
York peppermint patties. A little chocolate and mint can work wonders for my mood!
Anne H
Chocolate!
Andrea C.
My pick me up is a cuppa, as in a nice cup of hot tea. There is something about sipping hot tea that makes me feel all warm and cozy and ready for a new start.
Tabs
I don’t use the Target brand but holy cow I LOVE MY FACIAL WIPES!!!! ESPECIALLY because they remove waterproof mascara! I mean, are you serious? Where have these been all my make up wearing life!!!
Bridget
My pick me up is a Dunkin’ Donuts iced tea–unsweetened with lemon!
Kelly P
My pick me up is chai tea. It always makes me feel more alert and ready to tackle crap.
Kelly P
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/kellykaboo/status/525328514414022656
Nicole
Gotta go with wine. A little wine at the end of a long day is the freaking best.
Kylee
My pick me up?
A shower. alone. with no time limit.
Mama of a nearly 3 year old, and an 8 month old (hence the “alone” part)
Cathy Carr
A good solo Target shopping trip always does the trick for me! 😉
Marci
a big ole Coke!
Alex
A few quiet minutes to read usually lifts my mood. Or almost anything sweet!
Anna Pry
for me its a good latte and a few moments to myself pryfamily5@gmail.com
Anna Pry
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Shelley
Frozen green grapes.
Refreshing, hydrating, and better than popsicles.
Courtney
My pick me up is a glass of wine. I don’t drink very often but once or twice a week a nice glass of wine after my son goes to bed is very refreshing and relaxing.
Adrienne
I live for my afternoon unsweet tea pick me up!
Andrea
I always feel energized by a quiet, no-kids walk around the neighborhood. Great time to think through things and get some perspective when I feel worn out.
Suzanne
It depends on the day really. Coffee, naps, washing my face, shaving my legs, afternoon sweet tea. I have a few 🙂
Katie
Chocolate or coffee,or both! Healthy, I know- but it works!
Jessica Mason
My pick me up is a sonic vanilla diet coke…works every time!
Kelsey
A nice hot shower!
Sonya Morris
My quick pick me up is a brisk walk or a hot bath.
Sonya Morris
Link to tweet:
https://twitter.com/catholicfanatic/status/525122110083969024
Thank you!
Madeline
Lately my quick pick-me-up is a cup of tazo tea—I just love it!
Madeline
Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/525826368903196673
holly
Either a power nap or watching a tv show from my dvr with zero interruptions!
Jenna
A little mouthwash, some quiet time with a book, and (if I’m really lucky) my husband rubbing my feet!
Heather
Taking my dog out for a walk usually offers a nice pick-me-up.
Nicole
My favorite pick me up when I am feeling run down and tired is a cup of hot green tea with honey and lemon.
Nicole
My tweet: https://twitter.com/lil_lady_dz/status/526440770748702720
Jaymie
Coffee is my pick me up!
Vincent
Coffee and a walk with the dogs.
Vincent
tweeted
https://twitter.com/rubylorikeet/status/526488082863095808
LaTanya
I like mint chocolate chip ice cream
LaTanya
https://twitter.com/sweetums82/status/526788539208323072
Kathy Z
I have these eucalyptus foot wipes, that I love. They’re the perfect pick me up midday at work. 🙂
Kristi
My quick pick me up is chocolate or a cup of tea.
Kristi
https://mobile.twitter.com/Kristisdeals1/status/526824263211565057
Christy
Chocolate always works for me!
Donna A
My pick me up is a frosty glass of Mountain Dew. lol.
Jessie C.
A cup of coffee always works as the best quick pick-me-up.
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Jessie C.
-https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/527296496228524032
ANGEL JACKLYN
A NICE FOOT MASSAGE BY MY MAN…
ANGEL JACKLYN
https://twitter.com/kytah00/status/529069063415140353
Jessica W
Just bought a pack of these to keep in my gym bag! I hate showering at my work gym and these will be great to prevent sports bra breakouts!
Angela in KY
A good lotion to me is a must. It just seems to energize me and make me feel soft and lovable! Ha!
Susan Smith
My quick pick me up is to take a quick shower.
Susan Smith
https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/529460208490127360
Heather
quickie shower
Sara
Taking a long hot shower. It seems to wash all the cares of the day away and is so relaxing.
Stacy
My quick pick me up is a Sweet tea from a particular fast food restaurant. Any day can be made better with a Sweet tea.
Shannon
My pick up when I feel blah or sick is apple juice.
Lauren
With an 8 week old and a 3 year old, coffee is definitely my pick me up!
HeatherD
Flavored water and 10-minute walk usually get me through!
Carmen McDowell
New fuzzy socks and a Starbucks hot chocolate!
Aleksandra Nearing
I love to pamper myself when I’m feeling run down. I like quick at home facials or treat myself to a new face lotion.
Lauren E.
My quick pick me up is a nap with a hot compress over my eyes
maria cantu
A caramel frappe.
Janice Cooper
I have to say some peppermint tea or listen to my favorite music
Janice Cooper
https://twitter.com/disneyfan40/status/531286924367896576
D Schmidt
My quick pick me up is definitely chocolate and a cup of tea.
D Schmidt
tweeted https://twitter.com/mummytotwoboys1/status/531533819824717826
Deborah Anderson
I grab a book, kick back in the recliner with the cat in my lap, and pretend to read. Actually within minutes we’re both napping. 🙂 LOVE that idea of keeping wipes in the fridge…never thought of that. We have a tiny cabin at the lake, and in summer it gets soooo hot and sweaty, that would be the perfect way to cool off — and clean off!!
Tina M
i take a hot bath.
Tina M
https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/531890250713268225
sherri crawford
chocolate always works for me
Cynthia C
My favorite pick me up is a cup of herbal tea and something sweet.
Cynthia C
Tweet
https://twitter.com/clc408/status/532638088686600192
Kerry
I nice long shower!
Kerry
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/533432207348494337
Gina M
My quick pick me up is a cup of coffee from my Keurig. Quick, easy, and effective!
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Gina M
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meredith
A cup of cocoa and a good book!
meredith
tweeted https://twitter.com/mermont84/status/533671385487261696
elishia bakle
When im low in energy i love to eat a boiled egg! I prefer not to peel them myself but my mther in law is not always around!@ lol
Barbara Montag
Splashing cold water on my face is a big pick me up – thank you.
Barbara Montag
Tweet https://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/533890925504651265
Ashley Tucker
Quick pick me up is chocolate!
Ashley Tucker
https://twitter.com/ajoy1332/status/533892820470206464
Wanda McHenry
I’m a firm believer in nap time, it always refreshes me.
Wanda McHenry
https://twitter.com/myfolly/status/533910626523807744
OFG
https://twitter.com/OneFrugalGirl/status/534105634619158528
OFG
Hot chocolate!
Betty C
A nap followed by chocolate or chocolate followed by a nap – either way it makes me feel altogether much better.
Betty C
Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/534183706605285376
Laura J
Oh for me…chocolate! LOL
Laura J
Tweet Tweet 🙂 haha…feel like a little birdie 🙂
https://twitter.com/ilovemybeagle22/status/534548715227213824
rachel
Chocolate ice cream — haha! Or a run, if I can.
Denise L
Might sound weird but a handful of nuts is a great pick me up. I guess it’s the protein, but it works for me.
Denise L
tweeted – https://twitter.com/dmarie824/status/535548899012792320
Neiddy
My pick me up is lemon iced tea
Neiddy
tweeted -https://twitter.com/neiddy_ruiz/status/535663658404032512
angie
When I am really dragging, I will step outside and take several deep breaths of fresh air. This works year round, but it is especially helpful in the colder months when the air itself is like a splash of cold water! LOL
angie
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/535855070634450944
Megan
A frozen drink from Sonic or anything that has chocolate and peanut butter!
Sonya Morris
My (not so) quick pick me up is a hot shower and then a nap! Those two never happen together so I am happy if I can do one or the other. I’ll take what I can!
Sonya Morris
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Sonya Morris
Link to tweet:
https://twitter.com/catholicfanatic/status/535991766575353856
Thank you!
Sonya Morris
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Amanda Sakovitz
i buy something online lol
Amanda Sakovitz
tweeted
https://twitter.com/aes529/status/536205365558661120
Annette
A quick pick-me-up is when I’m feeling rundown and tired: a shower or a cup of coffee.
Annette
https://twitter.com/ThatTuxedoCat/status/536227131970166784
Ellie Wright
A glass of sweet iced tea always perks me up when I need it.
Ellie Wright
Tweeted
https://twitter.com/eswright18/status/536259702032588800
Thomas Murphy
My quick pick-me-up is coffee.
Thomas Murphy
tweeted
https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/536283429940129792
Sarah L
I go for a cup of tea and a good book.
Thanks for the contest.
Sarah L
https://twitter.com/slehan/status/536308958571401217