I have been using a new body and hair oil lately, the divine and lovely BUTTERelixir. This review will be short because guys, BUTTER oil is short and simple. It has four honest ingredients. That’s it. The oil is a base of sweet almond and argan oil, and it is gently fragranced with lavender and…
Category: skincare
Why Strobe When You Can Glow: Guerlain Spring Glow 2016 Collection
Guerlain changed the way we add a glow to our skin with their Météorites powder in 1987. They had already revolutionized our tans with their Terracotta, which is to this day the best bronzing powder. So with Les Météorites, they took the neutralizing colours of the makeup palette, and put them in one powder package…
Menopausal Skincare and Beyond: Vichy NeoVadiol & Tips From Dr Vivien Brown, Women’s Health Expert
I recently had the chance to speak with Dr Vivien Brown, a family physician who has won awards for her work regarding women’s health issues. She has been consulting with Vichy and has offered guidance on any questions and concerns I have regarding menopause, outside of skincare. Vichy has the incredible NeoVadiol line for menopausal skin, but…
Does Bio Oil Work Miracles? Does It Live Up To The Hype?
Short answer, yes. I was an early adopter and bought Bio Oil when it was first launched and I loved it. It soothed and faded stretch marks, moisturized skin beautifully, and felt lovely. It has a unique consistency, a little bit like a dry oil, but more emollient. Bio Oil moisturizes dry skin, in addition…
How To Wash Sensitive & Hormonal Skin aka I’m Using Coconut Oil For Everything
I’m eternally a servant to the whims of my hormones. And my skin often pays the price, with breakouts and sensitivity. Sometimes simple is best, and, like many before me, I’ve found that simplifying my skincare routine and reevaluating ingredients has led me down the path to natural and organic solutions. I’ve found not everything…
RMS Beauty & Putting Good Stuff On My Face
I love makeup – all makeup! Natural, not natural, fancy and expensive, simple and expensive, cheap and cheerful etc etc. As much as I may love all of the things, my skin does not always love all of the things. Certain silicones and oils can be a real issue for my skin, triggering acne and…
Get Your Glow On While You Powder Your Nose: Vita Liberata
Yes, that’s right. In the time it takes you to powder your face, you can have a lasting tan. Actually, just powder your face, and you’re done! I’m not sure how it took me this long to jump on the Vita Liberata* bandwagon but I’m sure glad I did. It’s been getting raves and winning…
Menopause, Hormones & Our Changing Skin: Vichy NeoVadiol Compensating Complex
Vichy has been committed to to making our skin look it’s best for over eighty years. In 2001, Vichy introduced the NeoVadiol line, the first skincare line to address the effects of menopause on the skin. September was Menopause Awareness Month, and Vichy celebrated that month with the introduction of NeoVadiol Compensating Complex. Coming up…
It’s Easy To Defy Your Age With Lise Watier Sublimessence
A month of using Lise Watier Sublimessence twice a day has made positive changes in the condition of my skin. It feels smooth, has a gentle glow and feels fresh. I’ve been using less concealer and powdered foundation than usual. I love how my skin feels immediately after applying it. It imparts an instant dewy…
Slough Off The Dead Skin That Is Dulling Your Glow
If you don’t have a glycolic toner in your skincare regime, now is the time to get one! The number one way to be sure you do not look radiant with baby smooth skin is to have dead skin building up on your face and in your pores. Ew. That’s right, EW. All skin types…










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