Yep – after an entire year of working from home, and sitting on our sofa or at our makeshift desks, we’ve succeeded in doing a lot of damage to our bodies! I’m not talking about those pandemic pounds but the damage from sitting down for an entire year whether in front of a television or laptop. I admit I’m one of the biggest offenders but just doing three of these moves has made a HUGE difference in how I
We’re in a new and different holiday season…and many of us are not feeling quite festive. To add a little gush to your holiday outfit whether it’s a Zoom party or small in-home soiree, here are three (3) easy ways to add sparkle to any occasion: Add shimmer to your cheeks [and face] with RMS Beauty buruti bronzer Add some sparkle to your feet…with blingy shoe clips [jazz up your house shoes if you want to!] Add glimmer to your mask…using
This red is a cool classic red with subtle blue undertones which means you won’t see any orange-yness and if you were to rock a pink/fuschia lip pencil underneath, you’d get a slightly softer red coloring. It pops. It’s organic. It’s hydrating. It’s deep. It multi-tasks (you can wear it on the cheek, lip or eyes). It works as a gorg lip tint. It’s a blendable formula or oils and waxes. It feels hydrating. The maker: Mansai7. They have a
Boom ! It’s real y’all! There IS a correct order to apply your skincare products to make sure they’re working….and given how much we spend on our products, we need to get it right! Celebrity esthetician Renee Rouleau says products should be applied according to the size of the molecules they contain – so generally thinnest formula stuff first to the thickest! What gets us (read: ME) confused is that every skincare brand has its own philosophy
Problem: I’m starting to head out and everyone is talking about wearing a mask, but if I wear a mask, do I need to wear makeup too? Solution: Simply put….Yes. Yes. Yes and Yes. The mask: we’re in the midst of a pandemic people….so unless you are by yourself or with individuals you’ve been quarantining with…..YES, you need a MASK! The makeup: while it’s not necessarily ;life or death’, makeup is your new lifeblood to facial recognition! Here is what
Before I had any idea quarantine was coming, I had decided to get my nails done and, to make matters worse, I had decided to get a gel manicure. Bad decision! Fast forward to day 50 of lockdown and my nails looked like a hot *ss mess. First ~ Steph saved me by doing a drive-by with some acetone nail polish…thank you! Then ~ my IG surfing yielded a new company called Static Nails that basically promises at least seven
Before this pandemic, I did masks on occasion because someone said I needed to and, frankly. afterwards my face looked better LOL! But now that I’m home more, it allows me a little more time to get into a facial mask routine that has yielded some yummy results. First – remember that different masks are needed to address different issues. Second – remember the timing on when to use them because that affects their absorption and effectiveness. The masks I
We all like to buy nice things and get the things that make us ‘jump and and down’ when it’s finally in our hands! In January, I acquired a few fun pieces that I thought we were sharing….based on the feedback and number of “where’d you get that?!”s I received. Enjoy! My favorite, of course, is the lil easy bag by Parker Thatch (pictured above) but I’m into all 11 of my items even though it meant discarding a few oldies-but-goodies….
I picked up this exfoliating facial mask a couple of weeks ago during the Credo Beauty sale (20% off everything!) and have been following the directions. Can I say lov-ing it?!?!? A little goes a long way and the tingling sensation you get on application let’s you know it’s working. And the results? Immediate glow but also better absorption of my other products… WINNING ~ and just in time for the holidays!!
You need to be the best version of yourself because people are counting on you but it seems like “me time” is the first to go. Keep these three tips in mind across the next five weeks: Map out exercise time and block it on your calendar. Be kind to yourself and plan at least one or two “treats” for yourself. Create a schedule with open blocks of time so others can fit themselves in, if necessary. My version of
It’s winter so every piece of skin is dry especially hands! And if you’re over the age of 30 then dry hands is almost a given so here’s the remedy – – – > hand cream! The top three hand creams: Weleda Skin Food ~ not only is loaded with essential fatty acids but it’s decadent. The key is to use less than you think….it’s super thick and emollient! Mario Badescu Fruit & Vitamin A Hand Cream ~anti-oxidant rich and hydrating…
OMG don’t look at me funny ~ it’s true! Years ago either Colgate or Crest commissioned a study but I couldn’t find it so, I went researching. Here’s some cake for you: a new study found that having whiter teeth makes you look more successful, more employable, more attractive and even five years younger. So when Smile Brilliant asked me if I would partner to test out a new toothbrush, the cariPRO ultrasonic electric toothbrush, I had to say yes!
After my “successful” 5K, I’m ready to rock it all summer….culminating in a family 5K on October 5th at The Race in Atlanta, GA!!! Between now and then, my goal is to run at least 4 races…stay tuned. I am grabbing a few new pieces to make this happen ~ sneakers and leggings. I’ve come to realize that half the run of exercising is the gear…so I’m going bright and colorful, and moisture-wicking with Outdoor Voices technical apparel. Let me
It’s true ~ I hate yoga! Ask any of my girlfriends and they’ll gladly share my philosophy on yoga….not for me! When I started walking last summer (and losing weight), it was cool because it was sunny outside. Now that it’s 30 degrees, the motivation to continue has decreased…significantly so I am using every weapon in my arsenal to maintain my gains. Understand that fitness is sexy and being stylish is sexy so fitness is stylish ~ an easy math
Technically, the list could be very long but I can whittle it down to just three morning style must-haves when I’m traveling or on vacation: The goal is to wake up [refreshed] and head to breakfast looking like you ‘woke up like this‘ so a quick dress that says laidback cool, tousled hair to make the just-woke-up-thing real, and a clean face because sleep in the eye and random makeup isn’t pretty. Ready for lights- camera – action!! [show_shopthepost_widget id=”3165759″]
I’m determined to get more fit; and a part of that is walking/running/jogging… Truth be told, I used to run but with my knee injured, I restrict myself to walking and light jogging (in intervals) so my half marathon days are likely over. That said, I still have criteria I use when purchasing my ‘sneaks’ because there is some fashion to it after all: they need to be colorful they need to top out around $110-ish they can’t make my
So my girlfriend and I did some impromptu shopping on Saturday and, because she’s an enabler, I found myself at Ulta buying new facial cleanser – I snagged Dermalogica’s special cleansing gel because my face is still peeling just a bit as I am in week three of my Retin A treatment….. To add to my “booty bag” [is that not proper to say I ahve one…?!?!], I got a travel size of the Mario Badescu drying lotion and Origins checks
I saw this and instantly clicked to purchase it ~ this face serum is made from only four essential oils (tumeric, avocado, coffee and geranium). After talking with relatives, brow-beating beauty junkies and researching multiple blogs, I’m clear that serum is essential and that this one is a steal at under $30! If you grab it, let me know how you like it and, of course, I’ll plan to share in about a month or two any progress or status.
Apparently, leggings are THE clothing item to own regardless of season, money-earning potential, lifestyle, etc….and apparently, every star rocked the Alo Yoga leggings [pictured above]. If you can step back from the leggings-crazed ledge…and focus on a new year’s resolution/goal of becoming more fit then you should check out the lovely attire that is available at Carbon38 including Alo gear! Now, let’s get fit!
Hyaluronic acid is in EVERY beauty product you have today because….it’s awesome! Part of stylish living is being the best you can be! Hyaluronic acid (HA) is actually naturally occurring in your joints, eyes and deeper skin It’s not acid-y acid like glycolic acid Dry aka “old-looking” skin = lines and saggy skin so HA plumps it up (temporarily) It’s a humectant which means it attracts water (!!!) BIGGEST STAT: it can hold 1,000 times its weight in water (=
This Malin & Goetz deodorant has a cult following — but it’s not for everyone. It’s both alcohol+aluminum-free and uses eucalyptus (antiseptic and antibacterial) and citronelly to control odor. Be warned: your body will require some time to adjust to the natural products so give yourself two weeks (see website). That said, works well even in the summer heat!
Every summer you’ll get this list and plus-or-minus it doesn’t change less a quick switch with something that is more pressing…like sunscreen. This summer’s list of must-haves is easy: a simple tee, handheld bag, sunscreen, and sunglasses. The simple tee: for me, there’s nothing “simple” about it because I like color so mine is a vintage/destroyed tee or sleeveless u-neck so I can keep cool. [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2704369″] The handheld bag: this is because that quick run to the coffee
I missed an opportunity – almost 20 years ago – to have a flawless face! As I understand it now, the key to aging as flawlessly as possible starts in your twenties and thirties…and I’m well on my way to the mid-century hashmark. That said, I have wasted NO time or resources in trying to make up for lost time and ‘save face‘ by going for the beauty juggler via serums and facial oils. They have almost exclusively become a
I am continually on the hunt to find ways to age more gracefully (besides surgical enhancements). I shared a few new beauty products I’m in love with by Tammy Fender and I’ve got to share another —- L’Oreal‘s Hydra Genius Daily Liquid Care moisturizer. Spurred by the K-beauty movement in Korea, this liquid care penetrates faster and provides hydration for up to 72 hours. Lighter formulation, more hydration, deeper penetration….all the hallmarks of beautiful skin. Do I really need to
Organization is essential to style! And when you travel, things can easily go sideways…. Keep them on track by keeping everything essential in a small Truffle clarity pouch. The items in my on-the-go Truffle beauty bag include…. [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2333800″]
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