Cleopatra was well known for her beauty. And she went to great lengths to enhance her looks. Historians say she bathed in donkey’s milk, crushed beetles for blush, and exercised her face daily to prevent her skin from sagging. We might not use donkey’s milk anymore, but women are still exercising their face muscles… it’s called […]
Overly Ripe Avocados? Try This Homemade DIY Avocado Face Mask
The skin care industry is constantly surprising us with new ways to treat our skin. Whether you’re trying to add some hydration, treat any breakouts, or reduce visible signs of aging, there are many secret ingredients and special techniques that can target any “imperfections” you might have. But there’s one surprising ingredient that’s making a […]
You take care of the skin on your face, but what about the skin on your body? I moisturize everyday, but recently, I’ve started a new beauty ritual that’s given my entire body the softest, smoothest skin of my life. It takes between 5-10 minutes, and can also help you destress — while simultaneously giving […]
Ten years ago, most women interested in lip injections were over age 40. But today there’s a growing trend for women in their twenties to get fillers — not because they’ve had volume loss, but because they want to experiment with their features. Due to celebrity spotlight, “selfie culture,” and society’s increasing nonchalance regarding cosmetic […]
What would you do if every single time you opened your mouth, you were met with searing, unimaginable pain? Every word you utter, every time you open up for a bite of food — don’t even think about yawning — the pain would be unbearable. Many people describe the pain of cracked lip corners as […]
Have you or someone you know ever been affected by those tiny hard “goosebumps” commonly found on the back of the thighs and arms? They make it look like you’re always shivering, although they’re not caused by temperature at all. The medical term for these is keratosis pilaris (KP for short), and they’re caused when […]
Last weekend I had to improvise with my skincare. I was in a pinch, so I “stole” from the resort we were staying at. Let me explain… My husband and I went down to San Diego to have a little weekend getaway. We stayed at a beautiful Spanish-style resort where we practiced yoga, hung out […]
My 12 year old niece came to visit this week, and she’s starting to experiment with cosmetics, so naturally she wanted to do my makeup. I told her she could give me a makeover as long as she promised to wear sunscreen and moisturizer every day (it’s never too early to teach them). She obliged, […]
Would you like to soothe, refresh, and hydrate your skin… in less than 5 seconds? If so, keep reading, because today I’m sharing a DIY recipe for a Rosewater Face Mist I use daily to keep my skin feeling supple. I was inspired to make this DIY face mist after writing about how French women […]
What is it about French women that’s earned them a reputation for being so effortlessly beautiful at any age? Here’s a hint: it has less to do with their outer appearance, and more with how they feel about themselves. That’s not to say they don’t pay attention to how they look — they definitely […]
Who can forget Sophia Loren? If you can believe it, the legendary Italian actress is now 83 years old — and we still look to her as an example of poise and confidence. I love her outlook on aging… She once told ABC News correspondent Chris Connelly, “There is always something to look forward to in life. Whatever age […]
