Self Tanners (Reprise)

Nowadays there is no reason to sport lily-white legs (unless you like that look.) We don't all have the chance to laze around in the sun for hours on end to develop a naturally gorgeous tan, but fortunately self tanners have come a long way from the ones that left orange streaks up and down our … [Read more...]

Joe Knows Best

The other day, I was wandering the aisles of Trader Joes. While my 4 year old touched every single protein bar on the shelves, I browsed the shelves behind me. I was in the aisle with shampoos, lotions, and other beauty products. Now, Joe has never really steered me wrong with his food products, … [Read more...]

My New Favorite Shorts

For the last several years, shorts and I have not been good friends. I've got a difficult body shape to fit so I'm usually forced to shop in the Junior's section. However my slightly larger than twig thin thighs make finding shorts {or pants for that matter } offered in the Junior's section … [Read more...]

“Skinercise” A Skincare Concept You Need To Know

I have sung the praises of several skincare lines that I really like here on CC. Though I do appreciate what they did for my skin, I still always felt that there was something missing, that my skin wasn't quite satisfied with long-term results; this is why I continued to search for a better match. … [Read more...]

Money-saving Product

I suffer from hormonal breakouts every month. I have tried everything out there...everything over-the-counter made with benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, sulfur based products and different things from the dermatologist. I have found that, for the price, that Clearasil does a pretty good … [Read more...]

Vacation, All I Ever Wanted…

With Memorial Day weekend fast approaching, the summer vacation season has officially begun! Despite the fact that this year, “summer vacation” means I have get to fly across the country with a toddler, I must admit: I’m looking forward to packing some wee little samples of my favorite beauty … [Read more...]

What’s in Becky’s makeup bag

Remember back in January when the Chic Critique crew shared what was in their makeup bags? Since I’m new around these parts (*waves hello!*), I thought I’d show you what’s in mine. First of all, how much do you love my mint green bathroom? But let’s get down to business. From left to … [Read more...]

Going “Bare” At the Mall

My Sephora Experience After spending the day roaming the mall with my teenage daughter, I had come to that place we mommies call "I'm done". With my recently sprained ankle aching and my brain on overload, I ventured into Sephora. Now, keep in mind, I really wasn't in the mood for a makeover or … [Read more...]

Review: CoverGirl Shadow Blast

A few weeks ago, I got an email from BzzAgent asking if I wanted to try out the new CoverGirl Shadow Blast. Free makeup? Yes, please. So what is Shadow Blast? Basically, it's a two-shaded eyeshadow stick that is designed to create an easy smoky eye. I received the product in Silver … [Read more...]