Oh, you guys. I found out some really sad news over the weekend... one of my favorite beauty products has entered the Discontinued phase of its product lifecycle: I know, #firstworldproblems, right? But this product really was a gem. Luckily, I did find some stragglers on Amazon and I scooped … [Read more...]
Relief From ‘Chicken Skin’
June 23, 2011
You know those little bumps you get on your arms or legs? That 'chicken skin' that you can't get rid of? I was just talking about this with a friend as we lamented what age was doing to our bodies. And look what I just found out about: DERMAdoctor KP Duty is clinically proven to improve the … [Read more...]
What’s That Smell?
June 14, 2011
By now, I'm sure you know that the Bath and Body Works Semi-Annual Sale is on. I've shied away from this sale for the past few years, because I found myself in serious smelly lotion overload. I mean, it was GOOD smelly. But still. I don't need 10 different scents taunting me each … [Read more...]
How to Get Super-Smooth Legs
June 6, 2011
A friend recently introduced me to a fantastic trick to get incredibly smooth, touchable legs. Shower as normal, then turn off the water. Use your favorite sugar scrub on your legs. I used the one below, from Bath & Body Works. It's SUPER IMPORTANT that you don't use a salt scrub. … [Read more...]
Summer Beauty Essentials, Tips, & Tricks
May 18, 2011
Believe it or not--summer is ALMOST here! Here are some of my very favorite beauty products, tips, and tricks to help you look and feel your best. 1. Urban Decay De-Slick Oil Control Makeup Setting Spray 2.Bliss Products: FatGirlSlim 3. Urban Decay Urbanglow Cream Highlight: … [Read more...]
Scent-sual Aveda Chakra
February 15, 2011
I go to an Aveda Salon for my hair care, and the smell of the place is always amazing. There is a mix of oils, candles burning, and yummy shampoos and conditioners in the air. Yesterday, I had a new stylist, as I was one of those bad clients who called last minute and desperately begged for any … [Read more...]
Therapon Skin Care *GIVEAWAY*
February 2, 2011
A few months ago I was introduced to Therapon Skin Health, and I was immediately drawn in by their story: As a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. James Beckman, founder of Therapon Skin Health, treated several burn patients in his practice. These patients often required skin grafts to repair … [Read more...]
Favorite Dry Skin Products
November 8, 2010
As Jo-Lynne mentioned in her post on Friday, this cooler weather is already making my skin dry up. Thanks to the wonders of daylight savings time... I woke up at 4 am today with itchy dry skin. Ugh. For my money, there is only 1 product that I really know and trust will get the job done to … [Read more...]
10 Under $10: My Drugstore Picks
August 10, 2010
Being frugal at heart, I'm always thrilled when I am able to find great beauty products at the drugstore. Today I wanted to share with you my top 10 favorite items you can find in just about any drugstore, and they all cost less than $10. After watching, I hope you'll chime in with your … [Read more...]
