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It’s my turn to host my book club this month, and the host serves dinner. So I started thinking about possible menus for what could be a warm or even hot summer night. One of the members of the group really likes my guacamole, so I know I’ll make that as one of the appetizers. …
I definitely view the passage of time by Ipsy bags. Yesterday, I received my “Volume Up” glam bag for June 2017. Fitting with the theme, the contents of my bag are primarily makeup! How could I disagree with that? The bag is cute. It’s a waxed cottony fabric in beige with lighter beige polka dots …
Often I’m glad to be reminded of a skincare product that I really love but have forgotten about. Cleansing oil! This past winter, I definitely should have been using cleansing oil. Right now, my skin is nicely hydrated, but as I spend more time outdoors, it can get drier even in the summer. I’m glad …
It’s Monday again already so that means a new Fashion Flash, the online lifestyle mini-mag for women over 40, is live! And the wonderful Inka from Granny Glamour Travels is hosting. I love visiting Inka’s blog because I can’t travel as much as I’d like, and reading her posts takes me away to so many …
I’ve been using Jan Marini skincare for several months now. When I went for a long overdue facial last week, the esthetician told me that my skin was looking good. Yay! My favorite among their skincare is the Marini BioGlycolic Cleanser. It’s a miracle worker as is their amazing Hyla3D hydrator serum. I’ve also been …
You know how I’ve been telling you how cold it’s been here. Well, summer officially starts in MA on Sunday when the temps will reach the mid 90s for three days! Now, I’ll have to go from putting the heat on to putting the A/C on. There’s always something to complain about, lol. But I’m …
I’m not usually enthusiastic about the fragrance samples in my monthly Sephora Play bag. I am really picky when it comes to fragrances. I often like scents that are gender-neutral and/or unusual rather than mainstream. Orientals tend to be my jam. But somehow, the sample of Catherine Malandrino Romance de Provence eau de parfum, even …
I hadn’t tried Avon makeup in ages so I was pleased when I was given a chance to try Avon mascara. I was sent Avon True Color Super Extend Nourishing Mascara, and I had chosen the shade, Navy. It also comes in black and brown-black. It has a sturdy, wide-ish wand with plastic teeth on …
I haven’t bought anything from Too Faced in a looooong time. Over Memorial Weekend, they had a sale on their website (25% off and free shipping!) so I used that opportunity to pick up one of their relatively new highlighters, Love Light, in Ray of Light, a rose gold shade. Did I mention that the …
It’s been raining in Massachusetts for more than two months. My lawn looks like Ireland. I know I shouldn’t complain because we were in a drought for more than a year, and the rain has pulled us out of it. But this is getting ridiculous. I’ve got cabin fever. I need to see some sun. I could …
Monday is Fashion Flash day, and Fashion Flash, the best emag for women over 40 is now live! Our terrific host this week is Barbara from Best of Everything After 50. Just click on the link to head over to her blog and take a look! This week’s edition seems particularly fascinating with a mix of …
For the past couple of years, I have been preferring mascaras that I guess you’d call lengthening mascaras. You know the ones with the skinny wands with short plastic teeth. I love the fact that they just about never clump or make lashes stick together. My favorite have been Too Faced LashGasm and Mirabella Lasting …
Because of the Monday holiday here in the U.S., the week absolutely flew by. It’s Saturday again already! Time to hear from the Beauty Spotlight Team. Here are this week’s tips, tutorials, reviews, and more. Enjoy! Summer is all about that glow. Justina’s Gems shares 10 of her favorite beauty items that highlight, glisten, and …
Quick announcement: congratulations to Gabrielle L. who won the Paula’s Choice RESIST Omega+ Complex giveaway! Thank you to all of you who entered, followed, liked, visited, tweeted, commented, and subscribed. I really appreciate it! I am currently trying out another Paula’s Choice treatment product, and they generously sent me a second bottle to giveaway. Stay …
Oh, this month I used up a lot of big bottles. Happy day! Haircare StriVectin Hair All Smooth Shampoo and Conditioner for Frizz-Prone Hair: How usual is it to use up both shampoo and conditioner in the same month? Not very, right? But I did! StriVectin’s All Smooth Shampoo and Conditioner are one of …