get ready with me for a date heheh (+ dating storytime) VLOGMAS DAY 11

[@imtaramichelle]

hiiiii guys! just want to say thank you so much for all of your kind comments on yesterdays vlog, it made me feel a lot better reading them all day ❤❤❤ ILYSM!!!!!!

[@lgr2867]

We love you ❤️ and it’s okay to vent. It feels like we are on FaceTime with our Best friend venting about our bad day or hard day.

[@krissyk354]

Love you too!! Glad you feel better ❤️

[@JigsFUNFitness]

You are entitled to have a bad day you are only human 🤗

[@Navarrobrooke]

Been loving vlogmas 🥰🎄

[@kateysandon]

You’re awesome

[@nicolevance469]

Nespresso Pods: The pods aren't flavoured coffee. So when it says "vanilla" it isn't vanilla flavoured coffee, its simply that there are notes of vanilla in the roast. I hope that helps!

[@kdelgado12]

Please tell us more dating stories! It’s good to know that I’m not the only one having terrible dates 😂

[@katiebrown9400]

Literally SAME omg

[@danachristina1729]

I never had a date..

[@ellayak]

@@danachristina1729 you look young asf, so that’s not a bad thing

[@alyssa4050]

I would be so alarmed if I were to walk into a first date and the guy already has numerous shots sitting on the table waiting for me... and then preceded to order more drinks for me. Good on you for sticking to your gut, you never really know what someone's intentions are these days! Please share more dating stories- you could even make it a thing where you put away dishes at the same time or something!!

[@heatherlindsay3969]

I am so genuinely happy for you, seeing the changes from the past years to now is so encouraging and lovely 💛

[@daniellereinkens4996]

I think the shots where it’s just Tara’s face and a super tall torso are hilarious and it makes me think of cartoons so I guess this man is now a cartoon character in my mind hahahah

[@Makeuphoarder1]

Keriug taste like instant coffee to me, watered down little kick. Nepresso taste like real coffee coffee to me and has a better kick depending on pod. and i enjoy the taste so much more

[@charlotteashby]

The regular Nespresso is way better than the virtuo one she has

[@asmaaamara2923]

@@charlotteashby actually i have both and I like the virtuo , the original is more espresso shot than an actual coffee :)

[@katiebrown9400]

I have a Breville espresso machine and when I go to work and use the Keriug there it’s like soooo hard to drink 😫 keriugs are not good for coffee, I definitely agree with you it’s so watered down. I have had some Nepresso coffee at friend’s houses and while I thought it was good I definitely like being able to pick my own coffee and adjust it to my tastes

[@susannepereira9893]

@@katiebrown9400 I have the Breville Nespresso too and it’s amazing. Although I have to agree that the vanilla and caramel pods give me nothing lol

[@katiebrown9400]

@@susannepereira9893 I have the Breville Bambio, you pack your own filter basket so I dont use the pods! I mostly got it because the nespresso pods were out of my budget lol and I like being able to make my espresso as strong I want!

[@mollymcgreal7]

Ok that food looked PHENOMENAL and so did you - what a cute date night

[@piperlynne1]

Your hair looked amazing after you curled it. I don't know why everyone wants flat hair when volume and lovely waves look so much better.

[@lilianaalvarez8774]

I know we literally watched her curls fall out 😭

[@lis3499]

That date night outfit, hair and makeup is straight up goals!

[@avista1231]

Hi Tara, I watched this vlog and the whole time I kept thinking to myself " this girl has such an adorable and kind soul". Love your videos so much!

[@imtaramichelle]

my heartttttt 🥺🥺🥺

[@simranparmar148]

You can use the Olaplex oil before blow drying because it’s also a heat protectant! :)

[@lgr2867]

I’m glad to see you. I hope you are having a better day today. If not that’s okay too. We love you a lot. Can’t wait to hear about the dating story time. I have been on your page for two hours now lol. I’m so obsessed with your Vlogmas videos this year.

[@mollypro22]

For the air wrap: I usually use a light hold hairspray before running my fingers through. But also I don't usually get a wavy look it's more like a blow out

[@lillyannstatic5216]

Hey! I'm a hairdresser! Iv never used the air wrap but! I have noticed that everytime I use olaplex oil on curly hair or after I curl its ruins the curl. I suggest if your going to use it put the oil on wet hair and then after your curl use hairspray and don't touch them until they are all cool. Then go ahead and gently losen the curls the more you touch them the less curl your going to get. Hope that helps.

[@mollymcgreal7]

Hey Tar, some medium hold mousse while your hair is 50% dry would def help with the curl hold!!

[@imtaramichelle]

thank you for the tip!! will have to try!

[@Reflectionofmedusa]

Yess! I used to do this with mine and it definitely helps without weighing your hair down!(:

[@mollymcgreal7]

@@Reflectionofmedusa absolutely my hair falls so straight when curled and I hate hairspray - I think mousee instead of oil for Tara would probably work well 🤍

[@KimLim]

I found that having damp hair worked best with the air wrap and letting the air wrap curling barrel dry the hair fully-make sure you cold shot it before you release the curl too. With the nespresso I prefer the original nespresso pods over the vertuo machine!

[@emmybear646]

I find nespresso SO much better than Keurig! Keurig makes weak, watered down coffee imo. I like that I can have a latte with nespresso and still taste the coffee.

[@Makeuphoarder1]

Exactly my thoughts as well

[@kelseyemma2586]

I thought maybe my Keurig was defective because it was so watery!!! Glad to hear it wasn’t just me who thought that. Yuck

[@im.antoinettemarie]

This soooo much

[@alyg6109]

I agree with you definitely. My keurig has a "strong" button that I use every time. Not sure that it makes a difference but it makes me feel better when I use it lol 😆

[@jmelfi12]

Hi Tara! For the Dyson, I let my hair air dry ( if you don't have enough time use the blow dryer attachment) then I use the round brush, then I use the small curler attachments. It give the blow out look!! I feel like the small curlers work better than the larger ones!

[@seeelise]

Loved the dating story time. 😆 I would have been freaked out if there were 4 shots sitting at the table when I got there! I would immediately think they were drugged or that he was definitely trying to get me hammered. You were right on that one- red flags!

[@ashleymarie8205]

That’s what I thought too!

[@OffbeatWorlds]

That was exactly my first thought too, that he had either slipped a drug in them or was trying to get Tara really drunk. That would have been an immediate no from me, that's so sketchy.

[@christinaaubin8508]

That date story creeped me out. Finding the guy already there with drinks on the table sends up all kinds of warning flags. Never drink anything you haven’t had your eye on.

[@georgiemurray6210]

Loving the vlogs!! Tips for the airwrap from a hairdresser (no hate here at all) try splitting you hair in to smaller sections with either barrel, personally I prefer the smaller ones as they do still drop. if you hold your hair 3/4 of the way down and place the airwrap on the very tip of your ends give it a wiggle back and forth then twist to your roots. Hold on hot for 20 seconds then cold for 20 seconds work your way up then brush out with a wid tooth comb! I have extremely straight hair and mine last at least 2 days!

[@oliviaseville4676]

i’m so happy that you’re happy, love seeing how much you’ve grown and continue to grow🤍

[@sydneyelizabeth98]

Hey Tara, I don't know if you know this already and choose not to do it, or do it and just don't show it, but that No 7 bonding oil is also a heat protectant so it would be great to put in your air before applying heat (curling, straightening, blow dryer, whatever) to protect against some heat damage! Don't feel like you have to, but I started doing it and my hair is so much softer after styling it now and who wouldn't want really soft hair!

[@TheFairyChildd]

i’ve been watching your videos for a little over two years and i don’t normally comment because i always thought it’s pointless because u wouldn’t see it but i want you to know i really look forward to your vlogs so thank you for posting i’m going through a rough season and i just needed something normal and vlogmas really helped

[@janechunggg]

kimchi tip- it continues to ferment, even if you refrigerate it. after a couple weeks it'll become super fermented and sour. especially with that large bucket u got there LMAO u won't be able to finish all of it at the same taste it has right now. i personally dont like eating it raw when it gets to that point, but it is PERFECT to put in korean soups/stews and kimchi fried rice!! (kimchi that is too "fresh" / unfermented is actually not good to make soups/fried rice with.) u can look up recipes online! i hope you give it a try :)

[@janechunggg]

also just stir frying sour kimchi in a tiny bit of sesame oil and eating it w sliced tofu is so good too, it's commonly eaten as a side dish or with soju

[@andreadalziell6281]

Hi Tara, I have been watching your vlogmas EVERY YEAR since 2015!! This is something I genuinely look forward to every year, and in a way I feel like we've grown together. This is my first year living on my own (moving out at 25 was wild LOL) and every time I am at Target looking for home decor, I think of you. I just wanted to thank you for sharing your life with us, and thank you for inspiring me while I am creating my first home.

[@RebeccaMarkert]

Where is your shirt from that you wore on your date?! I’m obsessed 😍

[@abbyentwistle6482]

Use the thinner barrels !! I found it made such a difference !

[@amyyevelyn]

You're such a beautiful soul and heart Tara! Thank you for continuing to put out content but also keeping things private for your own enjoyment of life!

[@fair8195]

I feel exactly the same about nespresso, my favorite ended up being bianco leggero, just the classic blonde roast flavor. PS. You can press the power button again to stop the coffee from pouring the entire pod into your cup and prevent overfills.

[@allychozik]

i literally love watching these while i do chores it is so soothing... dont always watch consistently during the year but vlogmas makes me so happy lol

[@bridgetbebo]

where is your date top from?!!! So cute i love your style!!!!!!

[@rachaelcarter5158]

girl with the nespresso I wasn’t wowed until I started doing lattes with the espresso pods. I get a single or double espresso pod & froth milk & a little cream to the max line & it makes the bestttt lattessss

[@BrittAli09]

Agreed! Especially iced lattes. So good!! I don’t like the coffee capsules, just the espresso ones.

[@x1asheratmidnight1x]

Same! I have about 4-5 coffee syrups next to my Nespresso and have hot/cold lattes every day. I never buy the coffee pods, only the espresso!

[@Desireestewartx]

You should do more clips where you show us you getting ready! And would love to hear more about your dating stories!!

[@rishasarpeshkar7850]

Not me refreshing until I see the new video so I can end my day with my fav girl ever! Love youuu T

[@Sweetaa14]

I LOVE my nespresso. The coffee pods actually turned me to enjoy black coffee. I can’t even had a vanilla latte from Starbucks now because it taste like pure sugar! Haha. But highly recommend you try their peppermint pod. I think the coffee “flavor” is milder and you get this delicious essence of peppermint. Their caramel cookie pod is also delicious 🤤

[@gillianm3333]

Any tips on how to prepare the peppermint pod? I want to like it but I need ideas on how To make it 🤗💜

[@ambie8545]

Or the coconut one in the summer over I e !

[@Danilucaa]

Heyaa. So I just got the air wrap for my birthday last week. I have pretty fine thin hair that doesn't hold a curl well without loads of hairspray. So instead I bought the hair mister on Amazon! Also dry your roots 100%! Don't listen to the instructions if your hair doesn't keep curls well. Once you wrap it, mist the hair a bit while wrapped, let it dry for a few seconds, then give it a cold shot and then turn off. I spray the tinest bit of hairspray every few curls. Hope that helps you! The hair mister has been a game changer!

[@sincerelysamantha_xo]

TARA MICHELLE! Do not take a shot or a drink you didn’t see the waiter bring! Especially on a first date! 😰

[@tracyengland9109]

This Mom of a daughter 25 and another daughter 27 was going to say absolutely do NOT drink those shots sitting there TARA!!!! If you didn't see them poured or they weren't brought directly to you and were always in your sight do NOT drink it!!!!

[@Angienee]

💯! My older sister and her friends started telling me this early so I would always remember it, and to keep my hand over my cup, never walk away from it, always mix your own drinks (unless it's someone you know and trust), and other things. It got drilled so hard in my head 😅 I'm really glad they did that even though I was like 4 years old when they started to tell me, never too young in this sick world I know now. Luckily and thankfully I've never had any problems either.

[@smvollmer]

I love the grwm's and the lil dating story at the end while you unloaded the dishwasher! I felt like I was a friend sitting in your kitchen just chatting. Definitely share more if you're comfortable! :)

[@Yasandyel]

Glad you are having a better day today! Vlogmas can be very stressful but remember you have all the control over everything you post. My sister and I are doing vlogmas this year for the first time and excited to see what the rest of vlogmas brings!

[@lex3025]

Luminous silk foundation is super light, airy and luminous!! It lets your skin show through, whenever i wear mine you can still see all my freckles depending on how many layers ofc!!! Try out the foundation one day I’m sure you’d love it

[@valmomstertv]

Really enjoy hearing your real storytimes from dating! It gives us more authenticity and connection to you and your real opinions/personality. :)

[@tchamberg]

When I worked at Starbucks I got used to drinking coffee black, but the best way to truly taste test coffee is with a French Press or a Pour-Over. I find the Keurig and Nespresso water the coffee down and you don't get to truly taste the flavour. When I drink my coffee from the Keurig or Nespresso it's always with cream, but I will taste my coffee black from a French Press or Pour-Over. Ultimately, if you're going for an experience taste test with French Press or Pour-Over, if you're just in it to enjoy the morning coffee Keurig and Nespresso work just fine! P.s. I am loving how happy you seem. I know yesterdays vlog was stressful, and actually another KZbinr I watch stopped doing her vlogmas on Day 10, so I wonder if it's just the 10th day that's so draining and stressful. I hope your days of vlogmas aren't as stressful or draining.

[@victoriasavas5453]

Nespresso hack!!! I took one of my used larger coffee pods and cut the foil off of it, cleaned out the coffee grounds, and I reuse that same empty one for “tea”. I just put it in empty and it runs a larger cup of hot water straight into my cup with my tea bag waiting. My preferred way to make my hot tea 😍 got my father in law to do the same but he uses the hot water for oatmeal!

[@peachytaurus708]

The dating stories while doing dishes was a whole vibe lol. would love to hear more!!

[@sanela1166]

You unloading your dishwasher while looking super glamorous and ready for the date is a vibe😂😍

[@kassidyfolk2493]

so for the Dyson, i use the smaller barrels to curl and it definitely makes a big difference. they look super tight at first but they fall a little then look similar to how urs looked after using the iron. we also have very similar hair types

[@SweetMelin213]

You need to dry your hair a bit more with the paddle brush and then section your hair before curling so that you get better drying/curling. Then stop playing with it so much. The curls will fall where they need to. It works perfectly for me this way.

[@FinallyMeyers]

okay so the AW, Let your hair dry 90% damp, grab the smaller section you are curling and hold out the tips and let the AW catch it and curl up from there. don't forget the cool shot! let the curls sit. So one side didn't hold because it didnt sit as long as your first side, so I usually do my hair early on in the getting ready process so that I have 15 minutes altogether in the end time to brush fingers through like it is the last the I do. Also, the AW will never replace a curling iron.... it's just a great blowout.

[@bekkadowland]

I would love to hear these crazy date stories 😂

[@MBelguinha]

Taraa you should definatly try all the new make up products you got and make a video out of it 😊

[@elizabeth4614]

Omggggg that restaurant, that food!! It looked amazing!

[@lauren33013]

air wrap tip: smaller sections and hold up just the end and make sure that wraps first instead of letting the whole piece fly into it

[@lcc8019]

I have a Nespresso and love it. I love drinking black coffee and tasting the different notes in the coffee. On a different note, that dating story about the guy buying you so much alcohol on the first date, yup. RED FLAG!!! Good thing you listened to your intuition!! You are just a very cute and kind girl. Hope you feel better!!!

[@MsXxNadinexx]

I am so happy for you, that you maybe found someone that is acutally good for you ( I mean we don't know everything but he seems to be such a kind man) and you def. deserve that.

[@TeresaSanchezViciano]

Tara your vlogmas is the only one I keep up to date with (and your vlogs throughout the year tbh) so I hope you know we really appreciate your effort on continuing to upload. That being said, please don't feel preassured to upload EVERY single day during vlogmas, we'll be even more excited for the next vlog if you miss any! Regarding the nespresso, I feel the same way hahaha I really can't tell if I'm drinking quality coffee or not because I always add a whole glass of oat mik and a bit of cocoa powder, I can never get myself to drink a black coffee so don't worry, you're not alone! You look gorgeous for your date btw, lots of love

[@sszzyyjjaa]

For coffee, since I'm at that point in the video atm, in general I'm not a big pod person. I for sure prefer fresh ground coffee and a moka pot or just a heavy duty coffee machine that grinds coffee itself. The experience will then be dependent only on the type of coffee you use and with the variety available, one can always find something for themselves.

[@BriannaArchbold]

I actually went back to a standard coffee maker with pot and I’m so happy I did! I can use just a spoonful if I only make a cup worth but it’s soooo much easier to clean and cheaper all around lol

[@Ellie-vr9zj]

Airwrap advice: I think you need to blow dry it more before you curl it. I would dry it closer to 95% and then do the air wrap. It will hold the curls better instead of falling out right when you comb fingers through it. It will also hold your curls for multiple days

[@didifen]

Btw, when will you post the truth&drink vid?👀

[@imtaramichelle]

talking about this in tomorrows vlog!!! 💞

[@kamilahschwab6094]

I live in the region of Switzerland where the International HQ of Nestle is (Who makes Nespresso) and almost every household here uses a Nespresso if they have a coffee machine. You are right in the sense that the machine you have only makes coffee but there are tea machines from Nestle if you prefer tea over coffee you can buy. And since Nestle is a Swiss brand you will never find hot chocolate in pod form to be made out of a machine!

[@AutumnBillon]

For the rollerball, try pressing it straight down on a hard surface! Sometimes they get stuck, but even then i’ve had some and they just never work haha

[@briellemaryyy]

So sad you don’t love your nespresso! I have had one for about 7 years now and I absolutely love it. But I also just genuinely love the taste of coffee. But I also drink it with the exact same oat milk you do! Try the Bianco leggero (sp?) pods: brew it and then add ice. Cold froth the oat milk with vanilla syrup and add to the coffee it’s my absolute fav!

[@dorothyannlin7281]

We need a Vlog of just all your crazy date stories!!!

[@taylorlehman6561]

Omg I love the part of you talking about waking up early and then nahh 🤣

[@joannaxsuarez]

I enjoy it when u talk about the makeup products that you’re using than time laps

[@lanacambra1199]

The Lange Le Duo straightener/curler is literally the best! It takes some practice, but it’s so good

[@NinaThoren]

sneaky fam!!!!!! a tip for when it's time to take down all the decorations (obviously that won't happen for a while but) when you pack them up you can either label them exactly for what they are or the places you have them (ex. the ones wrapped around the stairs) which will make everything easier next year. love you Tara!

[@popstar678]

Your date night outfit!!! I need details! 🤍

[@carriegates1477]

Love to hear your date stories lol I have some good and bad. I'm glad I'm not the only one has crazy ones.

[@HaleyLennon25]

Omg your date night top is so simple but so cute! I need it😩

[@KittenOven]

Aww, you opening up about the bad date made me feel like I was getting advice from my big sister!! ❤️ I’ve heard of love bombing before but I can never tell if it’s happening in the moment. Love you Tara, hope you had an amazing evening!!

[@halliewebber8198]

If someone is saying things like I love you or I want to marry you, or really anything else that just seems way too fast for the time you've known each other. Like very lovey things that shouldn't be said right away because it doesn't make sense before you truly know someone.

[@rachelbunger]

Loved the vibe of this vlog!! It was like we were just a bunch of girlfriends chilling and talking about boys. Def would love to hear more first date stories 😍

[@stephaniewiley2918]

Please, do some storytime like that! Of course if you're comfortable with it. I often think to myself that if I had chosen the early family life that I did, my life would be very similar to yours. So I secretly live vicariously through you lol

[@kayleighrobb2522]

Dyson air wrap tips from a hairstylist - put a mouse all thru your super wet hair. And blow dry A LOT more prior to the curls! My hair is like 98% dry and then I curl. I find I don’t put as much heat on my hair! And day 1 it’s big huge hair but second and third day will change your life!! Hope this helps 💜💜 I think you did so well though! Try drying a lot more first!!

[@biancachiara5165]

Tara ! Get the double chiaro pods(they’re espresso) brew 2 pods into a cup and buy a hyper chiller on Amazon ! Instant cold coffee put the toasted marshmallow torani syrup in the frother with milk over ice and it’s SOOOO GOOOD !

[@foodstarz1]

When you rinse you hair leave a very little conditioner on your hair (rinse out the scalp 100%) or add a heat protecting hair oil before applying heat. Your hair was very frizzy before and when you curl it you don’t want any frizz to start with because curlying your hair will naturally give it more frizz. That’s why it was looking a bit chaotic.

[@missheniki]

The coffee thing: real coffee snobs/connaisseurs aren’t big nespresso fans. I’m not a purist, so I have one and I like to use it to make iced coffees and lattes. If I want “coffee”, I grind my own beans from a local independent roaster. Nespresso isn’t “good” coffee: it’s convenient coffee. But really, good coffee is the coffee you enjoy drinking. It’s like wine and chocolate: you like what you like.

[@fridajimenez5975]

I love that even though he was like cool with being in a couple videos and we “technically” know who he is that he’s tall enough that if he didn’t really want to be in the video that the camera won’t catch him if you’re next to each other

[@gabibaker4567]

Try and dry mainly the roots, and then style the rest while it’s still a bit damp. I found that helped my curls hold. You could also try pinning the curls as you go?

[@CindyGotSwagger]

Your hair looks sooo niceeee

[@elizabethmccready]

I started using my bronzer from my Subtl stack as a little eyeshadow and it works so great!

[@taylorrenee721]

ur outfit and hair are giving me Katherine vibes in the best way!! lol

[@georgiavarrelmann]

TARA!! That made ur hair look so long!! Love

[@baileychicks2]

I actually love your hair that big!! it looks SO GOOD

[@kaelynhancock7383]

Omg I love how you did your hair!!! I think it looked stunning 😘

[@breannarg]

I absolutely loved your hair today, pre and post styling. For me I will always curl my hair at night and it falls overnight to the the perfect style. I don’t think I would have the patience for the dyson system

[@Imjade87]

I agree with the vanilla pods. The other machine “old Nespresso machine” with the smaller pods the vanilla was amazing i cant taste anything with the new ones.

[@theblaketribe]

The reason one side was more defined is because you gave it more time to hold in the curl before disturbing the pattern . Next time just hold each curl in a bundle before letting it fall and when you’re all done curling give it a few minutes before disturbing the curl pattern.

[@ParisGriffith]

Air dry your hair 50% then just use the curling one!!! Curl the hair then set it for 5-10 sec with the cool setting! Blowout look every time 🙌🏻

[@georgiavarrelmann]

Tara I love that u talk to us like we are in facetime. Ur the fucking best hands down

[@cindyluu5680]

I'm the same with Nespresso I have a keurig and one of the smaller nespresso machines but I feel like I prefer it that way. I also drink several coffees in a day so cost wise the keurig is more ideal. Nespresso is more for espresso shots or speciality drinks like lattes.. macchiatos etc

[@abby826]

i’m 15 and LOVE coffee- iced vanilla lattes are my all time fav

[@anjelporter5988]

Random for the coffee it is true that these coffee cant be by themselves without creamer or something they just taste amazing with the milk

[@sanjajan85]

Please share a link to the black top you wore to dinner. Love love 🥰

[@katehicks]

I think with the air wrap sectioning your hair would help! Also after the hair wraps around the barrel, I like to kind of pull and roll the air wrap to make sure the hair is getting nice and curled and so it’s a bit tighter around the barrel to get a nice curl (i really hope that made some sort of sense lol) Then I like to hit it with a cold shot before releasing the curl. Once they cool down i like to use either a bit of hairspray or hair oil to keep them in some sort of structure before brushing out. I have very fine and thin hair, so this has worked best for me! I thought mine was such a waste of money til I took it to my hairdresser and she showed me the best way to use it with my hair type! I hope you see this and it helps❤️

[@nicolelaronde2730]

Great vlog and nice to see you enjoying yourself🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@Livydelgado]

You looked so good on your date Tara!! 👑🤍

[@mekenziehauser12]

I would love a vlogmas where you just drink hot chocolate (spiked would be great lol) by the tree and you tell us your date stories!!! We can all drink with you! Hahaha