I try to work out regularly, but let's be honest. Sometimes it just doesn't happen. Some weeks I exercise every day, and some weeks I can't muster the energy to do a single crunch. But those weeks that I do exercise a lot, it's always a pain to wash, blow-dry, and straighten my hair daily - not … [Read more...]
Marika Miracles: Activewear that Nips and Tucks
July 2, 2010
Do you ever go to put on your workout clothes and wish you looked a little tighter, a little firmer, a little more toned? There's certainly nothing like donning spandex to give you a quick reality check. It's comfortable for working out, but the aesthetics usually leave something to be … [Read more...]
Safe Beauty
October 26, 2009
As a part of my quest for greater health, I have taken a journey to find personal care products that are safe for human use. Now, let me clarify that statement. When I say "safe", I mean cosmetics and skin care that does not cause bodily harm through toxic chemicals and by-products. I think … [Read more...]
Cod Liver Oil for Healthy Nails and Skin
August 17, 2009
For the past few years I've been complaining about my skin and my nails, and I've spent more time and money than I care to count trying different products to combat my weak, peeling nails and dry, rough skin. In fact, the history of my quest for healthier hair, skin and nails is well documented in … [Read more...]
How to Choose a Sunscreen
April 29, 2009
I have a confession to make. I only began applying sunscreen daily within the last couple of years. I have olive skin, which means I tan without even trying. Burning has never been an issue for me. And, for years, I never gave sun damage a second thought. Until I turned 30 and looked in … [Read more...]
For me, it’s not so much about the activity, but about shopping for the stuff for said activity
March 12, 2009
With the official start of Spring just about a week away, I'm anticipating being able to get outside and enjoy all of the Spring-like weather at some point. Unfortunately, it was a mild 16 degrees here in Illinois this morning, which is a little too chilly for me to consider it Spring. Yet. … [Read more...]
iPosture: Your Personal Posture Coach
February 4, 2009
Today, I'm going to share a simple beauty tip that will make you instantly look five pounds thinner, while also helping you to appear more confident and self-assured. Are you ready? Here it is: Stand up straight. Good posture can cover a multitude of sins. It's one of the first things … [Read more...]
Putting the “Oh!” back in H2O
December 24, 2008
Before I had kids, I was one of those annoying people who claimed caffeine had no effect on them. I would drink a cup of coffee and never notice the "burst of energy" everyone always claimed to get from that morning hit of caffeine. Apparently, in my early years, I was the picture of … [Read more...]
Putting the "Oh!" back in H2O
December 24, 2008
Before I had kids, I was one of those annoying people who claimed caffeine had no effect on them. I would drink a cup of coffee and never notice the "burst of energy" everyone always claimed to get from that morning hit of caffeine. Apparently, in my early years, I was the picture of … [Read more...]
