Beauty

Going on vacation? Going on a work-related trip? Picking your outfit for the travel part of your journey is important. You want to be comfortable, look nice, and definitely not frumpy. There is no need to look like you have your gym sweats…

There are so many skincare products out there it can become a little dizzying to scope out what you actually need in your daily care regimen. One thing we know for sure is that our skin diminishes its collagen production as we age…

He had that ‘Little Something’, that ‘je ne sais quoi,’ commonly considered the essence of Parisian Style. My husband and I considered what it was, like a flick of static, that made us aware of him. We concurred his neck scarf wrapped for warmth was the singular sartorial item of note. I asked my husband […]

Have you heard about CC creams? CC is short for color-correcting. They are not foundation makeup but more like a tinted moisturizer. They aren’t as heavy as foundations and often include sun protection and anti-aging properties (making it more than a simple…

Mascara is one of those makeup items that practically every woman has in her makeup bag. Mascaras are a staple makeup item and have been since the beginning of mainstream makeup! Mascara will always open up your eyes and give them a more dramatic…

The tradition of exchanging tokens of affection, including handwritten notes and small gifts, became popular during the 17th century. By the 18th century, exchanging cards and tokens on Valentine’s Day had become widespread in England.

I once heard someone say that doing our makeup without foundation is like painting without first applying a base coat. It can work, but the end result won’t be nearly as good. And I certainly would agree with that assessment…

I like to know what I’m putting on my skin and especially on my face. Makeup brands are turning the page on using harsh chemicals and leaning towards natural ingredients to create their makeup products. Our skin loses elasticity as we age…

One of my favorite mantras is, “Life Is Challenging but You Have to Get Dressed.” When you factor in vertical challenges, that makes it even more difficult. While you may not be able to change the cards you were dealt, the right clothing and…

Foundation is an essential item in all makeup collections. As the name suggests, it’s the foundation upon which to build the rest of your makeup. We all know the expression, “You can’t build a great building on a weak foundation”…