Reviewed: Ole Henriksen POWER Bright™

I’ve tried hundreds of products, and most of them didn’t work. When you know as much about skincare as I do and finally find what works, you stick with it and you don’t upset the balance…

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August Beauty Buys

The extreme heat in Boston lately has been wreaking havoc on my skin, so I’ve cut way back on makeup and focused on my skincare game.  It really hasn’t been easy.  My skin is oily, dry, and I’ve had a few small pimples for the first time in months.  I need to look put-together for […]

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On The Go: Weekend Essentials

One of the best things about having a real job now is that I’m making real money.  Real money gives me the freedom to travel, and that is the most amazing reason I can think of to get out of bed in the morning! I really like to look and feel put-together when I’m traveling. […]

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Inspirations: Week 32

1.  Thanks to the Olympics, everything is about is Brazil lately, so try out some of the country’s best beauty products. (via Byrdie) 2.  I have my favorite mascaras, but if a Byrdie beauty editor uses it, I’m going to give it a try. (via Byrdie)  3.  An iced matcha latte is my absolute favorite way […]

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Fashionable: Fit Sets

One of the best ways to motivate yourself to work out is to feel like you look good while doing so.  I never wear makeup to the gym, even though I sometimes feel a bit self-conscious.   But I refuse to sacrifice my skin, so instead I make sure that I only buy cute workout […]

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Reviewed: Lush Rosy Cheeks Mask

I love anything smelling or made of roses.  They’re amazing for your skin, and they’re definitely one of the most classic, romantic, graceful flowers.  I always feel so fresh and lovely after using my rosewater at night or lighting my rose candle!  I’d been hearing amazing things about Lush’s Rosy Cheeks mud mask, but it was […]

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Reviewed: Mermaid Mask by Leahlani Skincare

Masking is probably my favorite way to unwind and relax before bedtime.  I do a mud or sheet mask almost every day, and I love knowing that I’ll wake up with good skin the next day.  Ever since I finally got my acne under control, I’ve come to love my skin, and I take the […]

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One Year Later: How I Won My Skin

I don’t have any pictures of what my skin used to look like, and there are a couple of reasons why.  I either airbrushed, deleted, or refused to have my photo taken in the first place.  My skin was a disaster.  I’m not going to pretend that acne is the same thing as a missing […]

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Go Green

So I’m sitting here drinking my favorite green smoothie, and I wanted to share my recipe with you.  This drink is one of the only things I can have for breakfast early in the morning (sensitive stomach does not even begin to cover it) that will pump me full of protein and other good things. […]

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Inspirations: Week 27

1.  Even though I’m basically on a permanent health-kick, I really want to try one (or all) of these detox recipes. (via StyleCaster) 2. I’ve been slacking on my fitness lately, but I’m definitely going to try some of these ab exercises ASAP. (via Self)  3.  I really want to try Ole Henriksen’s new peel!  […]

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