It seems like this is the winter that never ends. Every time we get the beginning promises of spring and warmer temperatures, winter comes back with a vengeance. I, for one, am over it. Over. It. Not only am I ready for the warmer temps, but this weather is wreaking havoc in my skin and hair. If you’re anything like me, our skin is crying for moisture, and your hair…well, let’s just say ...
Super Fun Green Beauty Finds
I love makeup and beauty products of all kinds. I always have, and I always will. I'm not a huge fan of the normal stuff though. Nope. For a beauty product to lure me in, it has to have some kind of special something about it. Whether that's the color, texture, or effect, it all depends. I am currently IN LOVE with some of the really fun makeup trends that are going on ...
5 Surprising Home Remedies to get Rid of Pimples
So you have a hot date planned, including a romantic chocolate wrap for two perhaps? You’re excited, ready to go and then, you look in the mirror and a pimple rudely popped up on your face in a most noticeable place. A normal reaction is to pop it –but don’t do it! It will only invite more bacteria in, make it look worse and worse yet, create an acne scar. Here is what you can ...
Royal Temptations by Morgan Taylor Nail Lacquer Review + Swatches
I am a huge fan of nail polish. It’s even part of my bio – you can never go wrong with hockey, glitter, or nail polish. When Morgan Taylor sent me the Royal Temptations Collection, I was definitely intrigued and excited. First off, the colors are perfect for summer. They’re super wearable, without being crazy insane colors. You can easily wear any of these in a conservative work environment ...
How to Make Lavender Mint DIY Dry Shampoo
There was a time, not so long ago, that it was believed that you needed to take a shower and wash your hair every single day. The new conventional wisdom is that you don’t need to wash your hair daily, and twice a week is generally adequate. What do you do when your hair needs a boost, though? DIY dry shampoo to the rescue! For some people, though, traditional dry shampoo dries ...
Our Favorite Activated Charcoal Skin Products
One of the trends I’ve been excited to see over the past couple of years is the uptick in natural beauty products. Activated Charcoal is having a moment in the beauty spotlight, and activated charcoal skin products are a huge part of this. Part of it is that the natural healing powers have been discovered – and embraced. Activated charcoal is used for detoxifying, and is particularly ...
16 Gorgeous Pink Nail Polish Shades for Valentine’s Day and Beyond
Nail polish is one of those things that just puts the finishing touches on your appearance. You can be wearing a ratty old tee and your housework jeans, hair in a messy bun, and have a great manicure, and people will think that you're effortlessly chic. Crazy how that works, right!?!? With Valentine's Day right around the corner, and spring popping up right behind that, these great nail ...
How to Create a Basic Fishtail Braid
I've been growing my hair out, and it's finally long enough to do something with. Read this as "I wear my hair in a ponytail every single day, and I need to do something else!" Fishtail braids are so hot, and so popular, and show no signs of slowing down. Wanna know a secret? They're also pretty easy to do. Once you master the movement, and re-train your brain, there's ...
