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Mists are having way more than a moment. Mists are great for refreshing skin especially in the heat of summer. Lately, I’ve been using a new-ish product from new-to-me clean beauty brand, Nakery Beauty: Hyaluronic Fragrance Mist. Hyaluronic Fragrance Mist is a multi-tasking mist: Nakery Beauty’s Hyaluronic Fragrance Mist is scented with natural essential oils. …
The other day, the bar soap I was using cruised off of the marble heart-shaped dish right into the trash. Though the soap was excellent and super hydrating, I didn’t want to fish through the trash to retrieve it. So long, South of France soap! Till next time! Instead, I went shopping in my stash …
Carthusia is a brand of centuries-old fragrances formulated by monks from the local herbs and flowers on the island of Capri in Italy. I discovered Carthusia at least 10 years ago at C.O. Bigelow. I used the testers in the store, and I bought the rich fragrance Ligea de Sirena, named for one of the …
It’s the weekend again, and the weather report is for rain. Every. Single. Weekend. We have certainly had more than our share of rain this summer, but at least we didn’t get flooded like the poor folks in Montpelier VT and the vicinity. I hope they dry out soon. Also, at least the temperatures aren’t …
On a beautiful Saturday morning in the spring, I went to historic, touristy Salem to buy a particular houseplant, a pink and green calathea, that I saw online at a local shop. I asked them to save it for me since it was somewhat unusual. I bought the plant, and I was happy I did. …
The summer is going by way too fast, and of course, it’s pouring rain again today. Perfect day to update you on my June beauty empties. June was a decent month for me in terms of using up beauty products. I used up 10 empties and 4 samples. And I already have a few …
I have started making a mental list for things that I need during Amazon Prime Days on Tuesday, July 11 and Wednesday, July 12. I need household things like plastic bags for my Foodsaver device and indoor flower pots, but I may use the sale to pick up some more sea sponges, if those things …
During the July 4th holiday when it poured rain almost every day, my aunt came to visit for a few days. She hasn’t visited in more than 3 years because of COVID, so I was happy to have her. But she is 87 now and though very youthful looking and acting, I was sad to …
This weekend, it’s just the three of us beauty and style stalwarts contributing to the Beauty Spotlight Team. But you can always count on Lola and Angie to contribute fun and informative reading. 🙂 Hope you have a wonderful long July 4th weekend! Paul & Joe Limited Edition Summer Makeup Palette in 001 Friend is the …
I’ve been waiting for the July 4th sales to pick up a couple of things I need or want. And my patience seems to be paying off in spite of the fact that there seem to be fewer sales than usual. One of the Friends & Family sales that I took advantage of is Tatcha. …
Korres, a clean skincare brand from plant-based ingredients from Greece, is rapidly becoming one of my favorite skincare brands. Recently, I wrote about my very positive experiences with Korres Velvet Skin Drink (review here) with Santorini Grape (Resveratrol). It is the most lightweight yet hydrating oil I have ever used! So when I had the …
I’ve been reading lots of articles about the new trend in manis called “Milk” or milky manis. A milky mani is supposed to look like milk. In some articles, the key identifier is a translucent polish. In others, the polish can range from translucent to opaque. This return to mani simplicity can encompass different styles …
In March, City Beauty launched their new Night Oil for Lips. In fact, it did so well, it sold out! Well, now it’s back in stock and here to stay. To celebrate, it’s at the heart of City Beauty latest sale. Check out my review here, but in the meantime, to refresh your memory, …
I guess you could say I was asleep at the wheel. But I totally forgot that City Beauty’s buy one, get one free sale for their fabulous Beyond Mascara. Beyond Mascara adds length and volume to lashes while conditioning them to help them grow longer and stronger. In fact, check out my review and results …
Tonight, Jeff and I are going to the Rockport Chamber Music Festival at the stunning Shalin Liu Concert Hall in Rockport MA. Below is the view out the window of a piano recital we went to in early May. I’ve been going to concerts at the Chamber Music Festival for more than 20 years. Tonight’s …