I was perusing sites for a Spring 2009 Fashion Trends post (to be posted Friday, April 3 at Musings -- I'll try to cross post over here), and I came across an article about Spring 2009 Hair and Makeup Trends. Well, I just knew I had to share! 1) Major Liner. Ugh, I'm not a fan of this … [Read more...]
Change Your Hairstyle And Color In Minutes…Virtually
March 25, 2009
I tried a completely new look - different hairstyle and different color - in just minutes! And it wasn't even permanent. How? I tried out a virtual makeover. I've seen them around, but never checked them out. I always thought they looked a little goofy. They still aren't perfect, but … [Read more...]
Bobbi Brown: Beauty Basics
March 25, 2009
Beautiful makeup tips in under two minutes to apply (w00t! Who doesn't love that idea!!) We all know Bobbi Brown is the queen of keeping it simple. She was on the Today Show recently and gave some "economic beauty tips". Here are just a few things she recommends: Try to choose products … [Read more...]
Exfoliate your lips for a perfect pucker
March 19, 2009
As the weather gets a little warmer my thoughts are turning to spring. It conjures up pictures of bright colors in my mind and the latest reports on the trends for Spring 2009 are no exception. The forecast is calling for lots of bright coral and hot pink to start blooming at the makeup … [Read more...]
Because I Said So
March 17, 2009
Good Morning, Sunshine. How did you sleep? This is your Chic Critique Mama, coming to straighten you out on… pretty much anything and everything. Aren't moms supposed to have all the answers? (Or at least pretend to?) I am a 53 y/o mom of many -- with a few out of the nest and plenty more … [Read more...]
The Magic Pencil
March 9, 2009
As my first post at Chic Critique I thought I would share one of my biggest beauty secrets/tricks. I discovered this amazing little trick one Friday night, after a particularly gruelling week, when I had to go and meet this guy I was totally crazy about and I looked like poo. So I ducked into my … [Read more...]
Cleaning Your Make-Up Brushes
February 20, 2009
I'm so excited to be posting on a regular basis on Chic Critique! Jo-Lynne has pretty much taught me all I know about blogging, so it is very exciting to be included as a contributor here. Being the mom of 2 young kids and a hardworking hubby, I do try to keep my beauty regime simple and … [Read more...]
New Year’s Skin Resolutions
February 15, 2009
I found this in my draft folder and figured, better late than never, right? Hey, it's never too late to be reminded of good skin care habits. From Dallas-based skin care expert, Renée Rouleau, here is how to "make this year the year for beautiful skin with these 10 MUST-DO New Year's Skin … [Read more...]
Tips for choosing the right foundation color
February 11, 2009
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...]
