Everyday Minerals Pressed Powder / Foundation

If you've been following Chic-Critique for any amount of time, you know I've bragged and bragged about Everyday Minerals Foundation for months now because it's bismuth-free (an ingredient a lot of people are allergic to including myself). Either I've been completely oblivious (which is probably … [Read more...]

Chocolate. It isn’t just for eating.

What can I say? I love chocolate. It never lets me down, but fills me with happiness every time I put it in my mouth. I'll take it in bar form, ice cream, candy, drinks, and even in my face mask. Yes, you read that right I use a face mask that is chocolate too! Hemloq, which is the … [Read more...]

Good Grease

If you're like me, the more you read the posts on this site, the more amazing products get added to your "must buy" list. I am in awe of the wealth of information shared here! Thanks to the Chic Critique reviewers, in the last two weeks alone I have added a self-tanner, a moisturizer, a … [Read more...]

Become a Bronze Goddess!!

Now is the time of year in the South when it is hot enough to wear cute little sundresses, but my skin is pasty. White. Call me Casper. Until I can get a little color (we all know that the tanned beached whale look is much better than the pale beached whale look), I have been experiencing with … [Read more...]

Beauty and Fashion Resources on Twitter

Hi! This is Melanie from Mel, A Dramatic Mommy and I'm so excited to be part of the Chic Critique family! I'm honored to be in the company of these fashion savvy women. When Jo-Lynne asked if I'd consider contributing I was tickled and flattered. I thought it would be a great opportunity to step … [Read more...]

Frugal Pedicures

During these tight economic times having options is always a plus. And having an option to still have pretty feet and toes that makes you feel like you rule the world, is definitely a plus in my book. First: Remove old nail polish off your toes. Second: Grab an old container that will fit … [Read more...]

My Dirty Little Secret

I have a dirty little secret. Lean in real close.......a little closer............ "I don't wash my hair every day, sometimes I even skip 2 days" Want to know how I do it? I found an AMAZING product by TiGi called Rockaholic Dry Shampoo. This product is DEFINITELY too good to be true. … [Read more...]

Nails on Vacation

Whenever I'm making my to do list of vacation preparations a manicure and pedicure is always top of the list. There is just something about having bright, fresh nails for the trip especially since our annual vacation takes place during spring break and involves heading south to warm, sunny … [Read more...]

All About Undies

So it's not exactly a secret around here that I'm not afraid to talk about unmentionables. I'm all for knocking down the wall of secrecy when it comes to talking about the more personal things in life. I like to think that if it's on my mind it must be on other people's minds as well, … [Read more...]