There is evidence that fragrances affect one’s mood, and I’m a true believer. I love diffusing different essential oils in my home to help me relax, get focused, slow down before going to sleep, or get energized. Recently, I received a new diffuser and set of essential oils from Gurunanda. I wrote about how much …
Algenist Prebiotic Balancing Duo: Mask & Moisturizer SPF 15
Algenist is an award-winning beauty brand that developed anti-aging skincare products based on the benefits of algae, one of the most nutrient-rich plants in the world. The alguronic acid in algae allows them to survive in some of the earth’s harshest environments. And it does wonders for our skin. I discovered Algenist several years ago …
Use This – The Body Shop Cleansing Duo – Instead of That
Every now and then I come across products that are almost dupes for more expensive products, and I came across a duo at The Body Shop recently that was a real steal. I was at the mall at the beginning of May, and I wandered into The Body Shop. I had a bottle of Drops …
Whiten Up with Luster Pro Light and Now! Teeth Whitening Kits
May and June are such busy months with all kinds of events going on: Mother’s Day celebrations, graduations, weddings, and more. Looking my best and feeling confident at social events includes tuning up my smile. I’ve had good results with Luster Premium White teeth whitening kits in the past so I was eager to try …
My Obsession with Molton Brown Muddled Plum Continues
In January and then in March, I wrote about how much I love the limited edition Holiday 2018 fragrance from Molton Brown, Muddled Plum. As I wrote previously, the scent smelled like a spiced holiday punch. I loved it so much that I tracked down a full size bottle of the shower gel, and I’m …
South of France Natural Bar and Liquid Soaps for Mother’s Day or Any Day!
As we near the end of April, Mother’s Day on May 12 will be here before you know it. Since I have been a lifelong fan of natural triple-milled French soaps, I wanted to introduce you to a new discovery that would make a lovely Mother’s Day gift or a fabulous hostess gift as we …
Matte and Hydrated Lips from Clarins: Joli Rouge Velvet and Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil
For me, lipstick is the best pick-me-up ever. If I could only wear one item of makeup, lipstick would be it. So I always love the opportunity to try out a new lipstick or two. Luckily for me, Clarins, one of my go-to French cosmetics brands from before my blogging days, obliged. I received two …
More Fabulous Skincare from PRAI: Potent-C and 24K Rose Gold Night Butter
You probably remember me raving about PRAI Throat & Decolletage Cream, and if you didn’t remember the brand name, I’m sure you remember the gorgeous, blingy packaging! Isn’t that a beauty! I love the lightweight, fluffy Throat & Decolletage Cream. I use it in the morning and at bedtime. Even though it is lightweight, …
Honestly Margo Natural and Organic Balms
I save many of the boxes that PR samples and some of my purchases come in, and I reuse them when I send out giveaway prizes. The ones that didn’t completely survive delivery or that have logos on the outside I recycle. As you can imagine, I’ve got a lot of boxes. I always try …
Physicians Formula Butter Lipstick and Butter Eyeshadow Palette, Sultry Nights
Physicians Formula is a brand that often catches my eye. But I’ve had some favorites and some fails. I still adore the heart Happy Booster Glow & Blush that I bought several years ago (reviewed here). It’s the cutest of the cute. The PF Butter Highlighter is still my favorite highlighter because it feels so …
Woohoo, City Lips Lip Plumping Gloss Gets An Update!
Back in 2014, I reviewed City Lips, a lip plumping gloss. City Lips plumps lips with a combination of hyaluronic acid, collagen-producing oligopeptides and natural oils and extracts. The formula doesn’t use potentially irritating ingredients like peppermint or cinnamon. City Lips makes lips look bigger by getting rid of dryness and making lips look juicier …
A Rose Lovers Dream: Pixi Skintreats Rose Line
I have been dying to try at least some of the new Pixi Skintreats Rose products. And a lovely blogger friend, K., was so generous to send me a box of Pixi, jam-packed with rose skincare products. Thank you, thank you, K xoxo Usually, I will test skincare products for a month, but since the …
Elixicure Natural Pain Relief with CBD Oil and Essential Oils
Although I had hoped that we were done with snow this winter (we didn’t have a lot thankfully), I knew that would be too good to be true. It started snowing at about 1a.m. this morning and it has continued snowing lightly throughout the day. We got about 4 inches so far, and thank goodness, …
Zoya Caresse and Lauren Nail Polishes and Giveaway to Enter
I know I shouldn’t say anything and jinx it, but so far this winter, my nails look pretty darn good. I’m continuing to take 10K mcg biotin every day (my favorite is Natrol strawberry flavored Fast Dissolve tabs reviewed here), and I know without them my nails would be a cracked mess. In the winter, …
Giveaway #2 for Combo & Oily Skin: Derma E Purifying Detox Scrub and Mask!
If this giveaway sounds familiar, it’s because it is! Back in May, I hosted a giveaway with Derma E Purifying Detox Scrub and Charcoal Mask, and it was such a hit, why not do it again? Derma E generously sent me another Detox Scrub and 2-in-1 Charcoal Mask, and I wanted to share the goodies …