Time to test out another trend being touted for Fall 2008. This time it is Vintage, Timeless, Glamorous Deep Red Lips. It seems that shades of cranberry, blackberry and raisin create a timeless look that exudes glamor and evokes images of classic beauty. For this look you want to avoid … [Read more...]
Lotsa Chic Giveaways
September 11, 2008
Time to bring you and your kids some great giveaways. We could all use a few freebies this time of the year! Curly Q's Haircare Sample Pack by Because I must Review It. Deadline is September 12. Etsy Adore Sassy Apron given by Oh How Lovely. Deadline is September 12. Nine Prizes by Etsy artisans … [Read more...]
Fabulous Fall Feet
September 9, 2008
As fall is right around the corner I find myself already missing my flip flops, sandals, and wedges! Fortunately, the weather is still warm around here and peep toes are still in so I plan to get in a few pedicures before my tootsies are buried in wool. Now for the all important … [Read more...]
Silver may be in but raccoon eyes are never in style
September 4, 2008
Last week I put up a poll asking what you think of the silver/gray eyeshadow trend that is hitting the run ways and showing up in catalogs everywhere. With 95 votes cast it looks like silver eyes are a hit for fall. The final results are as follows:33 -think the look is great.27 - are … [Read more...]
Hot or Not for Fall 2008
August 29, 2008
The beauty trends for Fall 2008 are being revealed, and I thought it would be fun to get your thoughts on whether they are hot or not. After all, the trends and looks that are hot on the runway may not work for those of us living in the real world. My hope is that in getting your opinion on … [Read more...]
Insta-tox Botox
August 28, 2008
"I'll take the botox cream, thank you." Always a sucker for trying something new, I attended a skincare demonstration party held by a friend. You know you've been there. You want to be nice, you don't have money to spend on ANYTHING, but you want to show support and buy SOMETHING. Okay, … [Read more...]
Say Goodbye to Counting Sheep
August 26, 2008
As moms we are constantly on the go. I don't know how many times I have said or heard somebody else say, "If only there was more time in the day." Unfortunately many of us try to make more time by staying up until the wee hours of the night trying to get it all done or just … [Read more...]
Pretty but not so plump
August 21, 2008
I have been interested in lip plumpers but not willing to spend upwards of $15 or more for lip gloss. My penny pinching frugal relatives would be rolling in their graves if I did that. When I discovered that the Eyes Lips Face collection has a lip plumping gloss, I had to check it … [Read more...]
Q & A with Chaz Dean of WEN hair products
August 15, 2008
Chaz Dean of WEN hair products answers our writers' questions: 1) What specific hair damage do you continually see from the use of regular shampoos?Color being stripped, dry, frizzy, unmanageable, lifeless hair, hair and scalp damage and loss due to the harsh chemicals and stripping agents … [Read more...]
