by carolstover@comcast.net | Aug 29, 2014 | Beauty, Product Review
Natural oils are becoming popular and for good reason – they do so much good for your skin and hair. This lovely organic oil is light and non-greasy, and absorbs quickly into your skin. In the morning your skin is brighter and much softer, and the effect seems...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Aug 26, 2014 | Beauty
The Emmys always mean the ultimate in style for the actresses featured. Many looked beautiful, but my two faves were Halle Berry and Katherine Heigl. I came across one negative viewpoint of Katherine’s look, which surprised me because I loved it. Halle Berry...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Aug 8, 2014 | Beauty, Product Review
Health and beauty are inseparable, and keeping your internal organs working properly makes all the difference in how you look and feel. I am a huge advocate of organic, healthy diet and high-quality supplements, because I know from personal experience that they...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Aug 1, 2014 | Beauty, Product Review
Cleansing Conditioner and Replenishing Treatment Mist, by Chaz Dean – I learned long ago that cheap hair products are just that – cheap. Good salon-quality products are a must for ethnic, curly, transitioning, problem or fine/thin hair and anyone who...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Jul 28, 2014 | Beauty
I know I’ll hear some backlash for this, but for a glowing complexion, start eliminating cow’s milk dairy foods from your diet. Dairy is #1 on allergy doctors’ culprit lists. It contributes to acne, blotchy skin, irritable bowel syndrome, sinus...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Jul 11, 2014 | Beauty, Product Review
Youth Regenerating Cleanser by City Cosmetics (formerly Dragon’s Blood Restorative Cleanser) – For those in the anti-aging bracket, this cleanser is terrific. Don’t rely on just a moisturizer to combat aging – start with step one! This cleanser...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Jul 1, 2014 | Beauty
Want a more “impressive” look in low cut sundresses and evening gowns? Do your own photoshop effect, just like you see in the catalogs. Take the same highlighter product you would use on your cheekbones and draw it in a semi-circle across the top curve of...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Jun 27, 2014 | Beauty, Product Review
Makeup Primer by Arbonne International – Some extra steps are totally worth it – like primer under foundation for a smoother, longer-lasting finish. There are many good ones out there and a few that feel a bit heavy. My favorite one is from Arbonne –...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Jun 19, 2014 | Beauty, Product Review
Spa Water by Koh Gen Do – a lovely makeup remover & toner from Japan. Perfect as a gentle toner to restore correct pH of skin (slightly acidic), which is the whole purpose of a toner anyway. I use it as a quick clean & prep product for clients before...
by carolstover@comcast.net | Jun 12, 2014 | Beauty, Product Review
Eyeshadow Primer Potion by Urban Decay – I hear complaints of creasing eyeshadow colors all the time, especially in summer. And many women have naturally dark pigment on the eyelids, which shows through your chosen shadow colors. Take the extra 10 seconds to use...