Sheet masks are a great way to make yourself slow down and pamper your skin in as little as 10 or 20 minutes. Since they cover most or all of your face and tend to slide off your face if you don’t sit still, they make you stay put and rest for a few minutes. …
I have a complicated relationship with the sun. I love it, but I don’t. Like a lot of people, I feel better when the sun is shining. I’ve always loved the summer and soaking up the sun’s rays. In my younger years, I’ve used everything from iodine (what was I thinking?) to baby oil to …
For those of you who dry your hair with a hairdryer every day, every other day or even once in a week, I’m sure you can relate to wishing that the whole process wouldn’t take so long. We could all use some help with drying our hair a little faster. When I saw the Aquis …
A full-coverage buildable matte foundation that is the perfect shade? Sign me up! I am the only one who has been on a hunt for a holy grail foundation most of my adult life? Of course, the bar is set high with very specific requirements: it must be matte for my sometimes oily skin. It …
A balm cleanser is perfect for step one of a double cleanse. A great balm cleanser will melt away makeup and prepare your skin for a gentle second cleanse. I must admit, I love balm cleansers. They are my favorite part of my skincare routine. I was introduced to balm cleansers after the double cleanse …
I am always on the hunt for multitasking products that are good for my skin and improve my complexion. I have been a fan of Olay products for many years and have enjoyed using their Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Face Cream. When they introduced their Whips Moisturizer Collection, I didn’t immediately purchase any of them because I …
This post contains affiliate links, and any purchases made through these links will result in a commission for me at no extra cost to you. Please read my Disclosure for additional information. I can always tell when someone has a gel manicure because their nails always look so shiny and thick. I’ve been wanting to try Sally …
Mineral sunscreens offer safe everyday protection from the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. There are two options for sunscreen protection: chemical and mineral. Chemical sunscreens have come under fire regarding the safety levels of their ingredients, so more information is needed by the FDA to confirm their safety. A study published in May 2019 …