With winter in full force now, I can’t be the only one suffering from dry, dull skin with occasional flakiness. It’s not a fun thing, and even though I now have an AMAZING skin care regime, I love pampering myself with home spa treatments – like this lovely moisturizing Honey and Banana Face Mask. What’s …
DIY Beauty
DIY face masks are all the rage these days. Finding items from your pantry and turning them into a beauty treatment is peak millennial, and I have to admit I’m pretty into it. I love this easy DIY orange ginger face mask, as it leaves my face feeling all tingly and clean, as well as …
I don’t know about you, but the summer sunshine can often wreak havoc on my skin. While winter is notorious for making it dry and flaky, summer has its own share of skin irritants that can really make my skin look dull and dry. Chlorine, salt water, and even sweat are some of the worst …
Making your own soaps can be really fun & also rewarding when you can come up with a combination you really love; especially if it has great perks along with it like this recipe does. The coffee grounds work wonderfully to exfoliate as you use the soap, & with the glycerine and jojoba, it also …
It’s been a while since I’ve posted a beauty hack, and I’m always a fan of homemade moisturizers. So I thought I’d share this simple Citrus Body Butter I’ve been using for the last few weeks. Given my severe dry skin and the fact I live in the desert, I tend to keep jars of …
Welcome to Day 14 of our 25 Days of Christmas celebration! Today I have a great post for all you beauty lovers! It gives your beauty routine a fun holiday spin, giving you glowing skin just in time for your holiday party! With just a few ingredients, you can look (and smell!) amazing! This fun …
I’m pretty sure that everyone can agree that the quintessential Halloween movie of our time is the amazing The Nightmare Before Christmas. Can you even believe that that movie is 22 years old?! Neither can I. But no matter how old it gets, it remains a CLASSIC, and a beloved favorite with children and adults …
If you’re in need of an invigorating and exfoliating bath product, why not try this amazing Grapefruit Citrus Body Scrub? Made with fresh grapefruit zest and essential oils, you will find it an amazing home beauty recipe that will make you feel fantastic. I love this after a trip to the beach. It helps get …
I don’t know why but ever since I watched Thoroughly Modern Millie as a kid, I’ve been kind of obsessed with the 1920s. If you haven’t seen it, it features Julie Andrews as a wannabe flapper, looking for the perfect man – one who respects her as a woman and as a person. It’s one …
The Queen of Hearts is probably one of the most popular characters to dress up as for Halloween! I love the bright red and the glitter in this look. If you’re wanting to go all out, use white face makeup. If you just want an “inspired” look, use regular foundation. After your foundation of choice …
Okay, I admit that finding new and exciting ways to make body scrubs can be hard. But they are so darn easy to make, and they are FABULOUS as hostess gifts for any occasion. This one makes a great gift for the lady of the house who is hosting your Memorial Day or Fourth of …
Makeup has such an amazing power to transform us into people more comfortable in our own skin. We can use it day to day to feel our best, or we can change things up and REALLY go for it. Why wait for Halloween to be someone new and different? Today, we have our amazing model …
Ever since Amy Winehouse made them famous, it seems like everyone is obsessed with how to get perfect cat eyes. The winged eyeliner look was popular back in the 60s, and now it has made a HUGE comeback. It’s a great everyday look. A fresh face with dramatic eyes will mean you are remembered for …
After a long day of stress and anxiety, sinking into a warm bath can be heaven. Sinking into a warm bath that is infused with fragrant, relaxing bath salts is twice as good. Bath salts are an amazing addition to your bath routine and, what makes them even more amazing, is that you can make …
I am a body scrub making machine! Seriously, DIY Beauty Products are becoming my passion. And this one is extra special as it combines two of my favorite things – body scrubs and chai tea! I’m a sucker for the smell of chai, and I REALLY like Vanilla Chai Tea. It is just delicious and …
Another day, another body scrub. I just can’t get enough of these awesome scrubs. They seriously just feel so good on the skin. And essential oils are becoming so popular everywhere, so this is a great way to use them in a way that will benefit your whole self. Try it today and you will …
It is such a nice and relaxing treat to get a professional manicure or pedicure. And to really make those dollars stretch, there are ways to make a professional nail job last longer with a few easy habits and tips. Below are five great ways to make your manicure last longer. Bring Your Own Polish …
Homemade beauty products seem to be my obsession right now. Growing up with awful dry skin and eczema, I have always had an aversion to store-brand products that have loads of chemicals and fragrances added. So when I discovered how SUPER simple it was to create my own beauty products at home, I was over …
There’s not much I love more than DIY beauty products. And when they are SO simple to make, there’s really no excuse not to give it a try. Since I suffer from severely dry sky that flakes off all over, I love anything that exfoliates AND moisturizes. That’s why I love this Rose Petal Sugar …
Trying to figure out what to put in a grown-up Easter basket? Want to stun your girlfriend, wife, sister or mom with something lovely for the holiday? Need a great hostess gift for the Easter dinner you’re attending? Or just plain like to do funky things with your beauty products? Well how about this fun …
Nothing quite hits the spot like a good old bath bomb. Stick it in the water as you fill up the tub, and it fizzes and releases wonderful smells, while coloring the water and relaxing you instantly. But they tend to cost way more than they should, and when you can easily make them at …
Ever since I started going No Poo, I have been on the lookout for cute ways to wear my hair. Since it is still in the ‘transition stage,’ it means it often looks either greasy or super dry. So styling becomes super important. So I’ve been looking for awesomely awesome hair styles to try! Here …
For over three years now, since just after I found out I was pregnant with Dexter, I have been planning my next tattoo. With three under my belt, I have been yearning for another. Many people justify their hatred of tattoos by saying, “But they’re forever!” Well, truly, there is nothing that will change your …