I’m so embarrassed. I should know better. But even beauty bloggers can be taken in by the siren song of a deal and the words, “Shark Tank”! On New Year’s Day, I was coming down with a bad cold and bronchitis and instead of going to my friend’s New Year’s Day open house, I was …
I Love Oils: Shine by Amalie Beauty and Actually Organic 100% Moroccan Argan Oil
I’ve become a major fan of oils for my skin, hair and nails. I’m always on the lookout for the next wonderful one. I’ve got two to introduce you to today. Shine Brightening Oil A few months ago, I wrote about Wink Lash Serum from Amalie Beauty (review here). I love the serum and the …
NeoStrata Triple Firming Neck Cream: Serious Treatment for A Firmer Neck
I am a devotee of neck creams. Once you reach a certain age, everyone (men too!) should use a neck cream. The neck is an area, like the backs of the hands, that really shows signs of aging, but it’s often forgotten in terms of care. If you’re still young, at least use your moisturizer …
Fashion Flash 9 January 2017
The latest edition of Fashion Flash, the online lifestyle mini-mag for women over 40, is up and it’s being hosted by the fabulous Barbara of the Best of Everything After 50. This week’s edition includes: why you might want to head to Miami right now why Argan oil should be your go-to beauty elixir what are …
Smooth Sailing with Emjoi’s eRase e60 Epilator
Hair removal isn’t exactly one of the fun topics in beauty, but it can be an important one. I like to think of January as “self improvement” month. A new start. Trying new regimens, new products. And for those of you who have never tried an epilator, it should be something that you know more …
Beauty Spotlight Team: 5 Favorites from African Botanicals via Lola Seicento
This is either the last or next to last installment of the Beauty Spotlight Team’s series, Five Favorites. Helen from Lola’s Secret Beauty Blog is passionate about ultra-luxe skincare, and while it was not at all difficult to select African Botanics for her Beauty Spotlight Team Top Picks feature, it was a real challenge to …
Friday Find: C.O. Bigelow Lemon Body Cream
My fever has gone away, thank goodness. Even though I still have stuffed sinuses and chest congestion and cough, I am feeling a bit better. Yay. So I thought I’d do a quick “Friday Find”. My “Friday Finds” are often things I find in my stash that I had forgotten about that are really good …
The Body Shop Masks Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to Christina A, the winner of The Finest Facial Mask Duo from The Body Shop! Woo hoo! I emailed Christina, and she has till Thursday to get back to me with her mailing info. In the rare event that I don’t hear back from her, Rafflecopter will pick another winner. Thank you so much to …
Lots of Ways To Tie a Scarf
I own about a zillion scarves. I’ve crocheted some of them, but many are various shapes and sizes of silk or silk and velvet scarves that I’ve bought or received as gifts over the years. When it comes it innovative ways to wear them and tie them, I’m clueless. I know the one where you …
First Fashion Flash of 2017!
It’s the new year, and we’re kicking off the first Fashion Flash of 2017! Hosted by the fabulous Erika of Notes From My Dressing Table, this week’s Fashion Flash includes: 2016 favorites: nail polish, bath & body and beauty tools New Year’s traditions from around the world how to style a sweatshirt and look fabulous …
End of Year Beauty Product Empties 2016
I ended the year with a lot of empties to recycle. Yay! Here’s what I used up in December 2016. Skincare and Bath & Body Cleo Shower Cream, Vanilla: I was sad to come to the end of this bottle of Italian shower cream. It smells like heaven and leaves my skin feeling hydrated …
Happy New Year 2017 & This Week’s Beauty Spotlight Team
Best wishes to you and yours for a happy healthy New Year! Thank you again for reading, commenting and supporting Never Say Die Beauty. I love getting to know those of you who comment and email me xoxo That’s the most fun part of writing the blog for sure! If you have a few moments …