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What are the Recent Summer Fashion Trends?

Woman sitting on the pavement

The heat and humidity are here to stay for the next few months, so what are the trends for 2016 summer fashion?  From what I can tell, they all seem pretty wearable for those of us who live “normal” lives! Shorts – The biggest trend in this comfortable summertime staple is the frayed denim look. […]

Easy Ways to Add Fruits and Vegetables to Your Meals

Healthy breakfast with fruit and sandwich

Yes, yes, yes, we all need to eat more fruits and vegetables. It doesn’t matter how many you eat, you can always add more. But sometimes you (or your family) don’t like the idea of just a plate of broccoli for dinner. Here are five easy ways to add more to your existing recipes: Smoothies […]

Brand Review: IT Cosmetics

Woman trying out cosmetics

IT Cosmetics (also available on QVC and Ulta) has branded itself as a problem-solving makeup and skincare line. The products are developed by Jamie Kern Lima who works with plastic surgeons to create innovative and proven products with anti-aging technologies and high-performance results. Some of their most loved products include: Bye Bye Under Eye Anti-Aging […]

Do You Prefer Gold or Silver Jewelry?

Woman wearing silver jewelry

Do you wear strictly gold toned jewelry or silver toned jewelry?  Or do you prefer to mix it up?  Personally, I stick with silver tones or pearls.  I think I have one bronze-toned necklace at home but it does not get worn all that often. Gold – Traditionally, warm skin tones are advised to wear […]

BeautyFrizz Brand Review: Wen

There are tons of WEN by Chaz Dean reviews available, but I have used the product myself and would like to add my two cents to the feedback. The featured product is the cleansing conditioner. It’s the product that started the revolution really – a non-foaming conditioner that also cleanses your hair. I tried it […]

The Great Foundation Search

Woman choosing foundation in cosmetics aisle

I have been on the search for a new foundation, and have recently discovered that there are more types than I thought possible! Sure, we all know about the traditional liquids, the more recent mineral powders, and the advent of the BB and CC creams. But there are even more types it would seem, and […]

Is There Such Thing as True One-Bag Travel?

Woman looking at a map while traveling

There are a lot of websites devoted to minimalist and one-bag travel, but is traveling with literally one bag truly possible and necessary? I suppose anything is always possible. You can pack your wallet, your phone, a toothbrush, a bottle of Dr. Bronners soap, and a clean pair of underwear and off you go. But […]

Are GWPs (Gifts With Purchase) Worth Hitting a Specific Dollar Amount?

Woman buying a dress

Are the fabulous-looking gifts really worth spending the dollar amount?  The short answer is, it depends. Some of the high-end department stores offer fantastic beauty gifts with large purchases, such as Neiman Marcus or Nordstrom.  Those are typically a tote or makeup bag filled with samples.  If you have purchases to make anyway, why not […]

BeautyFrizz Brand Review: Philosophy

Woman buying cosmetics

The tagline for Philosophy (also available on QVC) is “makeup optional skin” and I love this concept! They are not telling you to wear a ton of makeup and they are not telling you to wear none at all. They are boosting your skin’s health and appearance so that makeup becomes optional as fun instead […]

Waterproof Makeup and the Removal of Waterproof Makeup

Woman applying makeup

With the summer months comes heat and humidity and time outdoors. Enter waterproof (or water resistant) makeup! Yes, it is nearly impossible to have truly waterproof makeup, so what are the options for those times we want to look our best at the pool party when it is over 100 degrees in the shade? The […]