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Refinery29 featured five women over 40 who are beauty-ful and rockin’ it – Blueprint for Style was one!
Pampadour is this super cool site that is for beauty enthusiasts and while I’m much more of a style enthusiast, beauty runs in the same circle! Pampadour asked me if I’d celebrate the release of my style book, Without Saying A Word, by hosting a Pamp Party to talk about all of my fun skincare secrets (from page 90 of my book), and I said, “Yes!”. Join me online February 12 to ask all of your beauty questions focused on
I have grown to love beauty-ful things including those that smell delicious and make others feel fabulous. These gifts are for men and women who have a passion for maintaining themselves. Once you give a look, I’m sure you’ll agree that they run the gamet….with my personal favorite being the Josie Maran argan oil because of its multiple uses. Enjoy ~ and happy holidays!
Fabulous infographic that shows how fashion can go so wrong! We make choices everyday about what to wear perhaps we can consider how it affects our health. I’m not suggesting that you go without makeup and wear only orthopedics but, occasional edits to your habits can be helpful. And knowing is half the battle…. Perhaps I can pare down my oversized satchel!
I love fall even though I quietly lament the passing of summer (long days, hot weather, sunny days, sand in between my toes, outdoor workouts that felt more strenuous since I sweated more, etc). So, it’s time to pull out some type of facial assistance that will allow me to retain my glow. The answer is Prescriptives custom blend foundation. I had mine done a little while ago and now I’m ready to use it ~ plus it has radiance
Summer can be fun if you’re protecting your assets like your face correctly. SPF protection is essential whether you’re a man or woman, into high-fashion or country chic, whether you’re a beach bum or just like to keep it cool in the shade, and no matter how much melanin you have (or don’t)! Guys you’ll love the sun stick with SPF 35 Those who love their current moisturizer will love Dermalogica’s booster option For the active set, Neutrogena will be
Girls Night In is a fun tradition that I share with my g’friends and while life has been somewhat hectic lately, we managed to sneak one in this past Saturday compliments of Sally Hansen! The weather was perfect ~ that matters because we started outside at the firepit with an Argentinian Malbec. We got in great conversation mostly about summer travel plans and a fall girls weekend that needed to happen {I can’t promise pictures from that…} After relaxing a bit
It’s simple ~ we hear lots of information on any given day but some of the stuff we hear about beauty (not to mention other topics) aren’t necessarily ‘words to live by’. In honor of April Fool’s Day, we thought we’d share some this cool infographic with insights from Aussie Celebrity Stylist Sarah Potempa, Celebrity Makeup Artist Amy Nadine, Clairol Principal Scientist Lesley Bride, Secret Senior Scientist Dr. Susan Biehle-Hulette, Olay Principal Scientist Mary Johnson and COVERGIRL Principal Scientist Dr. Sarah
Well not mask my age but to help ensure I’m aging gracefully….the Chella Resurfacing Enzyme & Lactic Acid Mask is the truth! Recently, my beauty blogger bestie @JuliaConey put together a travel beauty kit for me given my non-stop string of flying around hte world (including Argentina and Australia across a two week period). As part of the kit, she gave me a sample of this mask. I tried it one night while I’m in my room because my skin
I am committed to running [more] regularly but, as is the conundrum with many black women, my hair sometimes gets in the way. I mean to say — sometimes I wanna run but I know that the effects on my hair are almost assured of being devastating! Running with a cap in winter or in 90% humidity in summer is the same thing — a nest that never regains its former glory…. [enter stage left] Oribe texturizing spray, it’s like
As a stylist, I would tell you that your first “hello” to anyone that meets you is done with your image {and that would be true}. In addition to that non-consentual, nonverbal interaction, you have the handshake. Since I hit my early 30s, I’ve been battling [with some success] dry hands and, as part of that, overall smoothness. Problem: unwelcoming hands Solution: seed Therapeutic Hand Scrub Result: that’s up to you….and you’re smile, your look, and your conversation….but the hand
I’m not a ‘slave to the shave‘….in fact, I’m a waxer but there are the times when my favorite spot {Polished} can’t fit me in or when you did a quick getaway to the sun but forgot to handle all the little to-do’s. Problem solved: DIY shaving cream (and it works wonderfully)!
I don’t have long hair but, if I did, the vintage look would be me. What about you? Ever wonder how they do it? Well I happened upon a terrific video where celebrity stylist Tippi Shorter shows how to do it right….a girl can dream!
It’s winter and, if you’re like me, you have to battle your inner demons along with the outside temperatures to really maintain (or start) your fitness regiment. What makes it easier for me are fun and fashionable fitness accessories that at least make me smile while I’m running in 37 degree weather. What’s your fashionable fitness accessory to make winter bearable? Here are a few of mine because if they can make me roll out of bed perhaps they can
On Monday, we announced a contest for a mommy-to-be (or any fashionable soul) who wanted to win some cool CoverGirl products to share a beauty tip ~ and the winner is….. Click here!
Long, lush, thick lashes make your eyes pop and your face sing. Ladies want them. Men have them. And we’ll usually go through great lengths to make sure we’re not seen without them (I do!). Although I am a constant wearer of Evalash lash extensions, I am occasionally (read: rarely) caught without them in which case I need major assistance. With the help of Harper’s Bazaar, I’m sharing the best mascaras of 2012 that I’ve used and can attest to!
I’ve been ‘gathering intel’ and putting together the most comprehensive must-have list to jump start 2013 be-you-tifully. It’s involved personal experience and the intel of many a wise beauty folk including the lovely Julia Coney. Here’s the skinny: Dream water ($15, 4-pack) ~ your body requires rest to rejuvenate and wonky sleep patterns and sporadic sleep won’t get you what you need. Dream Water uses natural ingredients and it works (I tried it and slept like a baby!) Crest whitestrips ($41) ~whiter
I receive a lot of product and I’m always excited to try something and share with my readers. When an email floated across my desk (well actually my Dell #XPS), I jumped at the chance to snatch this product for mommies-to-be ….because they always need love! So in conjunction with CoverGirl (you know Janelle Monae is their newest CoverGirl, right?), I am doing a fun giveaway to help any mommy-to-be maintain her stylish look. (Based purely on secondhand information and
We had two Pinch Provisions minimergency kits to giveaway – red and silver glitter – and we simply asked that you share which item you think is most essential in the kit and then type “red” or “silver” on our FaceBook page. Simple! And for all that hard work, Rashonda {red} & Keri {silver} get to snag these wonderfully handy, cute, functional, and #travel savvy items! Congrats ladies!!
First, I must admit that all of these gift ideas are not my own. I had brunch this weekend with a fun group of ladies and this terrific “meet the parents” gift idea came up – olive oil! It’s perfect because the entire house can make use of it, it’s relatively inexpensive, there are tons of options, and it promotes healthy eating! Buy Now: Tartuflanghe extra-virgin black truffle olive oil {cold pressed Mediterranean oil from Italy}, $25
Today’s #giftguide is for the globetrotter that wants to make sure he or she can get where they’re going in an organized fashion and having accomplished a little bit of work (& play) too. I’d snag every item on this gift guide but, my favorites are the eyemask and backup battery. What’s your item of choice (even if you don’t travel)?
Gold lash extensions. Red-carpet worthy. $295 Barneys.com They aren’t for me ~ I stick with regular lashes extensions (8s and 10s) thanks to Shauné Hayes Makeup Artist – but if you’re hitting the red-carpet or doing something LA-style, these are right up your alley!
Luscious lips are not for the office. High gloss options are messy (and sticky), so go for an easy cream finish that keeps your entire face looking professional.
As part of my recent #ParisBeauty12 trip, several of us received a traditional Parisian facial at Orlane Paris. Simply fabulous! The hour long experience was most enjoyable and, as with a typical Parisian facial, there were no extractions. Rather they performed this “electrostatic thing” that was supposed to seal in everything. Something different? Once my facial was complete, they applied makeup to finish my look! And then they gave me Repairing Night Cream Absolute Skin Recovery ($300) which I have used
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