John Frieda’s Luxurious Volume Full Splendor Shampoo

Since the birth of my second child, my hair's, er, VOLUME has become an issue. When I say "an issue" what I mean by that is ... well, I'll put it like this. I had a nightmare a couple of weeks ago that I was looking at pictures my mother had taken of me on our last vacation. I flipped the page of … [Read more...]

Burt Makes It All Better

The cold wave has hit us early here in NC. There's not much about cold rainy days that I like, but a warm bath always seems to make things better, doesn't it? I love a long soak in the tub. For years I've stuck with the same few bath products - all organic and lavender scented. (Just call me … [Read more...]

Make a Fashion Statement with Contrast

With a background in Interior Design, I am often applying skills learned in that field to personal fashion. One of the aspects of design that I’ve always been attracted to is contrast. Whether it is through color, texture, black & white, or simple shapes, the visual stimulation brings me a … [Read more...]

Philosophy Trick-or-Treat

No Tricks...just Treats!! Welcome Fall and treat yourself to this incredible multitasking duo of high-foaming, three-in-one cleansers. Indulge yourself with heavenly Pumpkin Spice Muffin and sweet Caramel Apple. These yummy three-in-one Shampoo, Shower gel & Bubble Bath cleansers from … [Read more...]

White, White Baby

I love a nice, white smile. Everybody looks better when they have one. Most products on the market give me icky side effects. I've used whitening strips and gels - I even had a professional whitening a few years ago. Most of them left me so sensitive I didn't want hot or cold foods for … [Read more...]

A Scent As Unique As You Are

I am a recovering perfumeaholic. Yes, I admit it to the Chic Critique community because I know that you will understand. As soon as my mom would let me, I started wearing fragrance. I am guessing in my early teens. Love's Baby Soft. Need I say more to those from my generation? … [Read more...]

Headbands: Not Just For My Toddler

I like the idea of wearing a headband. They can be really cute and trendy and an easy way to dress up a hairdo. (Or glam up an otherwise, you know, bad hair day.) I mean, how gorgeous are these?! Target also has some really darling ones, several currently in their jewelry department. (Like … [Read more...]

Girls just wanna have bangs

Getting a new hairstyle can be risky, even traumatic for some women. It's a BIG decision, once the hair is cut, it takes some time to grow it back. The decision of bangs plays a big role in hairstyles. Bangs have never really gone out of style they've just changed somewhat over the … [Read more...]

Organic Foundation That Rocks!

First, I would like to introduce myself; I'm, Kellie...one of the new girls here at Chic Critique. I'm excited to bring my opinions to the CC table where they will be in good company with those of many fabulous women. You might come to know me as the "organic beauty one". I figured, I might as … [Read more...]