Chances are you probably can't wear the same shade of foundation you did when you were 20 (unless of course you are still close to 20 ;) ) and that's because the pigment in our skin changes as we age, therefore we can't wear the same shade. Choosing a foundation can be very confusing, especially … [Read more...]
A Simple Homemade Facial Mask
February 5, 2009
During the winter I like to change up my skincare routine to help combat the effects of the dry, harsh, seasonal air. Most of the products I use on my face remain the same but switching up the face mask for something a little more seasonally appropriate goes a long way to keeping my skin soft and … [Read more...]
Chic Critique Wants YOU!
February 4, 2009
That's right. Chic Critique is looking to add contributors! We are looking for ladies with a passion for beauty and fashion with an upbeat writing style who love to talk about their latest product finds and fashion tips and tricks. Unfortunately there is no compensation other than an … [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...]
How to use makeup to help you look younger
January 28, 2009
Take the focus away from your mouth. Often times overly bright or dark colors cause the eye to focus on sagging skin around the jawline. These tips will help make that less noticeable: Make your eyes the most interesting part of your face. You don't need a lot of eye makeup, it can be as … [Read more...]
The Spray Bottle Is Your Friend
January 25, 2009
35 years and 3 kids has not been kind to my midsection. I may be within five pounds of the same weight I was before my body bore any children, but the weight is not distributed in quite the same way. This becomes most bothersome when trying to fit into pants. In other words, my waist is a … [Read more...]
Locked and Loaded. Your Hairdryer Just Got Better.
January 23, 2009
I want you to go get that catch-all basket from under your bathroom sink. Yes, that one. With the purple eyeshadow you bought a year ago and tried once, only to be told by several people "You look tired - Are you getting enough sleep?" And the rest of the dental whitening strips you had to … [Read more...]
EcoTools Make-Up Brushes
January 22, 2009
The time had come for me to finally break down and buy some new make-up brushes. I was holding out until I could purchase some rather pricey ones, but I could wait no longer. My old ones were shedding all over my face. Aside from not wanting my friends picking little hairs off my face … [Read more...]
Dr. Bronner’s Magic All-One Soap
January 21, 2009
When it comes to soap, I tend to be a little picky. My pickiness is primarily born of necessity -- my oldest daughter suffers from eczema. One "wrong" soap choice can have her broken out from head to toe, and something as innocuous as an "antibacterial hand soap" can leave her dry winter hands … [Read more...]
