I’ve been a subscriber to the monthly fragrance subscription, Scentbird, for many years now, but I haven’t gotten a sample every month for ages. I have set my subscription to every 3 months at this point. I’ve had more misses than hits with Scentbird, but in spite of that I have discovered some fragrances I …
Ulta Spring 21 Days of Beauty
First, you may have gotten an email from Sephora announcing that they are closing their physical stores to help protect their employees and prevent the spread of the Covid-19. I think they are doing the right thing. Last night, I noticed that on their website Ulta announced that they will be closing their stores on …
Zoya “Briar” Professional Lacquer & Giveaway Winner Announcement
Giveaway Winner! First things first. The winner of the most recent 7th Heaven Peel-Off Mask giveaway is Gabrielle L. Congratulations! And to everyone who entered, thank you xoxo Since many of us are heeding the Covid-19 warnings and staying home or at least going out less often, now’s the time for at-home spa days. I …
Mid-March Edition of Fashion Flash
This week, I’m hosting Fashion Flash, the online magazine for women over 40 featuring beauty, lifestyle, travel, design, fashion, health and wellness, exercise, healthy cooking, and smart aging. Since my last time hosting, we have welcome two new members, Kristen Coffield from The Culinary Cure and Phyllis Lerner from Follow Phyllis. Both women focus on …
Happy Lip Appreciation Day with a City Lips 50% Off Sale!
Today is Lip Appreciation Day, not to be confused with National Lipstick Day, lol! My favorite hydrating and plumping lip products, City Lips and City Lips Matte, are having a ONE DAY SALE to celebrate! If you purchase 2 or more City Lips and/or City Lips Matte in any combination of type and color today, …
Beauty Spotlight Team Weekly Roundup March 14
This week, the Beauty Spotlight Team introduces a new member to our crew: Cassie, the new Californian, from the beauty blog Southeast by Midwest. Check out her contribution below and say hi! Have a nice, calm weekend. Stay healthy <3 If you can’t visit beautiful Iceland, Prime Beauty says to turn to Village Naturals’ new …
If You’re Stuck in the House, Make Super Easy Flatbread!
Lately, I’ve been taken by the English chef, Jamie Oliver. Actually for years, I’ve found his easy style of cooking to be fantastic. My go-to Jamie Oliver/Mark Bittman chicken breast with prosciutto, parmesan and lemon zest is as easy as pie to make, and so delicious (I’ll share that another time). So I’ve been watching …
To Blog or Not To Blog in the Midst of a Pandemic
In the midst of the proliferation of the Coronavirus worldwide, it seems a little weird to be writing about cosmetics. This is a critical situation that we all must take very seriously. This evening, I was thinking about whether I should suspend my blog for a while. I’ve been so distracted with all that’s going …
Have You Heard About The Makeup Museum in NYC and the Original Makeup Museum in Baltimore?
An Exciting New Museum for Makeup Lovers! The Makeup Museum is opening at 94 Gansevoort Street downtown in New York City on May 1. The museum will be devoted to the past, present and future of makeup. The museum will dive into the 10,000 year history of makeup beginning at the very least with the …
Mid-March Fashion Flash Hosted by Kristen from The Culinary Cure
I finally figured out that, in addition to being sensitive to garlic, I also have a hard time digesting chili peppers. Two of my favorite foods – garlic and chili peppers – have turned on me. Last night, we had dinner at a new Indian restaurant with Jeff’s older daughter’s future in-laws. I asked the …
Giveaway: 7th Heaven Peel Off Masks!
I love masks, and I try to do one at least once a week. I really like the masks that I can apply, and then go about my business. That’s why I have moved away from sheet masks. I think peel off masks are the most fun, and I have been having a ball with …
Early March Beauty Spotlight Team Weekly Roundup
Last night, I got to go to Boston Ballet. What a fabulous performance! A piece by Ballanchine, another by Robbins, and the last by William Forsythe. I wish I could go more often. Any ballet fans out there? Looking for a lightweight, fast absorbing, luxurious but effective eye cream? Never Say Die Beauty has been …
Light as a Feather: touch in SOL Pretty Filter Soul Velvet Lipstick
Today, I went for a 5 mile walk in the woods with two of my friends. It was a brilliantly sunny day. Even thought it was not quite 50 degrees, the sun felt strong and warm. We had a wonderful, long walk. My iheart phone app said I walked 14,596 steps. Yes! Since I decided …
New CoTZ Sport Non-Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 45
Although the temperature yesterday was pushing 60 for a few hours, the warm weather is still a ways away in New England. Nevertheless, I’ve been spending more time outdoors. And sunscreen is a must. While I use absorbent chemical sunscreens from time to time primarily on my face because they often work better with makeup …
Project Pan Beauty Empties: February 2020
This month, I did decently at using up beauty products. Here’s what is being recycled or tossed for February. Bath & Body Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream, travel size: I love the fragrance of Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream. It’s like summer in a jar. But the cream itself isn’t hydrating enough for …