Back in the dark ages when I was an naive English major at N.C. State University, Ralph Nader came to our campus and gave a rousing speech to kick off an Earth Day celebration. After which, me, my sprightly Jack Russell Terrier, George, and a cluster of my hippie friends marched from our campus to […]
Giveaway Alert! June Jacobs Spa Collection Now at QVC
Once upon a time, a Spa Girl had to travel to distant lands to load up on life’s little luxuries. Not that huffing across hills and valleys to a spa boutique for a decadent sugar scrub or healing night cream is the worst thing in the world but wouldn’t it be nice to snag a […]
Spoiled Little Rich Girl Hands from The Lippmann Collection
We get it. Use a daily sunscreen on our faces to ward off the physical marks of aging. Get it, got it, do it. But what about our poor hands? They wave, they scour, they pluck, they caress. Who’s looking out for them? Celebrity manicurist and nail trend-setter Deborah Lippmann, that’s who. Her Rich Girl […]
Thank You Fairy Godmother: Miracle Skin Transformer SPF20
If only the fairy godmothers of product development could wave their magic wands and create an all-in-one everyday moisturizer with sun protection and flawless coverage – one that doesn’t make your skin as slimy as an oil slick and erupt with breakouts. Now that would be a miracle. POOF! (Cue thunder from stage left.) Hello […]
Posh Polish: Celebrity Inspired Nails
Spring has sprung and yet again the beauty forecast calls for sheers and pastels. As much as we love these pretty hues, we’re mixing it up with celeb-inspired nail trends. Edgy and fun, these funky new lines come in wearable colors for fans of all ages. Katy Perry OPI Line You don’t need electric blue […]
Free Designer Clutch with Purchase at Beauty.com
We’re all about going modern. We keep our eyes peeled for the latest style trends, can’t get enough of West Elm and IKEA and strive to stay up on all things techie. With all that effort, it’s a no brainer we’re all over the latest and greatest of the beauty world. This season, Beauty.com and […]
New Wave: Make it or Fake it with these Haircare Finds
Good hair does not come easy. Seriously, have you seen Chris Rock’s wise-cracking documentary “Good Hair” about the lengths African American women go to for their coif? Hysterical but haltingly serious. Unless you were blessed with a naturally perfect head of hair (lucky you!), odds are that you drop a pretty penny or two on […]
Get Well Sooner: Dr. Teal's Therapeutic Solutions
I am not a dealer I swear but I’ve been portioning cupfuls of these white crystals into glass jars and baggies and giving them out to every sick person I know. Nothing feels as good as soaking your tush in a warm Epsom Salt bath when you’re sick, cranky and achy and all over – […]
Hurts So Good: Vila Acupressure Mat
Crazy as it may seem, the newest trend in curing aches and pains is spikes. Yes, tiny white plastic spikes attached to a mat. Ouch?! You would think so but the Vila Acupressure Mat is designed to create short-term discomfort for long-term benefits. Vila, named after the Swedish word for rest and relaxation, puts a […]
Carmindy's Beauty Tips for the Rest of Us: Crazy Busy Beautiful
Most of us have our beauty routine down to a science. We use the same products every day, try not to stray from our go-to makeup shades and rarely take a risk. Lately, I’ve been drawn to all the bold eye colors, faux lashes and red lips that have reappeared on the beauty scene. But […]
Spa Girls Picks for Luscious Lips
Eyes may be the windows to the soul but only your lips can whisper the sweet nothings of love. So for Cupid’s sake, make sure that pucker of yours is primed and ready for a Valentine’s Day smooch! Here are our top picks for pretty lips. Naturally Kissable Keep lips hydrated and kissable with a […]
Plump it up! Get a Pouty Smacker with the Luscious Lips Pump
I’ve always been a bit jealous of those women who have naturally luscious lips, like Angelina Jolie or Scarlett Johansson. Beauty may only be skin deep, but big, beautiful lips are one of those features that I’ve always wanted. So when a package from Cynthia Rowland Beauty Systems landed on my desk with a new […]
