Another day, another package on my doorstep!  This one is my seasonal bag of beauty treats from Beauty Fix.  I’ve  been a member for about a year now, and have been looking forward to receiving this package.  Seems like all my friends got it a few days ago, so FINALLY I got mine to open. Here’s what in the current package: 3 Lab Perfect Cleansing Foam – Designed exclusively for Beauty Fix members, this may be the perfect cleanser that I’ve been searching for (full size product). Canyon Ranch Transformation moisturizer with SPF – The famous spa’s line of products that I’m sure I’m going to love (full size product). Chella exfoliating mask – An enzyme mask that is still gentle.  I love masks, so am looking forward to giving... [Read more]

I wish we lived in a world where I didn’t need to wear a pink ribbon, in October or any time at all.  A world where breast cancer was nearly non-existent, and if it did occur, involved treatment as easy as treating measles or chicken pox.  Until that happens, I hope you’ll join with me in wearing pink to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October. Here are some things you can do: GET A MAMMOGRAM.  Yes, I’m shouting that!  Since early detection is key, this is a step that every single one of us can take today.  Be pro-active in your health care, make the appointment! Patronize business that are offering special pink promotions.  From cosmetics to fashion, restaurants to pet shops, online shopping to jewelry, lots of... [Read more]

Humanity wrap around bracelets are full of positive attitudes, self affirmations, and wise words, and all you have to do is glance at your wrist to put a little infusion of confidence into your day.  And even the most successful and confident woman can use a little boost every now and again. Wouldn’t one of these pick up your spirits: Lead the Way Sow Love Speak Kindness Lend a Hand, Receive a Hand Accept Love Make a Difference Available in colors of baby pink, snow, grass, rust, natural, and brick red, you can find the Humanity bracelets at local boutiques or through the Humanity website.  Priced at $24, these are great for gifts, or a gift for yourself.  It’s not too soon to start stocking up for the holiday. Photo credit: Humanity... [Read more]

If you’re a Sephora Beauty Insider, you’ll get an early access chance to buy their Ultimate Blockbuster.  It’s a world of makeup in an all-inclusive, collector’s edition palette, and will provide you with almost everything you need to get out of the house. Here’s what you’ll get: 90 eye shadows 60 lip glosses 9 eyeliners 6 brow powders 3 blushes 2 lip liners 4 brushes and applicators 1 how-to book Attractively packaged in a multi-tiered container, you can keep in on your counter at home or in a desk drawer at the office.  Add is some mascara, and you’ll have everything you need. This $400 dollar value is available to all Sephora Beauty Insiders for only $48, and includes free shipping.  If you’re not an insider, you’ll... [Read more]

I’m an allergy sufferer.  As summer turns into fall, the weather changes and the rain comes,  become a sneezing, sniffling, eye-watering mess.  It’s not attractive!  And when there’s so many great fall clothes dying to come out of my closet, it’s hard to think about being stylish when I can barely crawl out of bed. Now that the fall allergy season is upon me, I offer these suggestions to fellow sufferers: Hot showers.  There’s nothing like steam to loosen up all the crud that’s clogging up your sinuses.  I’ve occasionally hit the steam room, but sometimes if I’m too stuffed up, that can be too painful.  But a morning and bedtime hot shower is a pro-active stance. Moisturize.  When you’re blowing your nose all the time,... [Read more]