I've already announced my fandom for BioElements, and now I have a new favorite product from their illustrious line of skin products: Flash Foam Cleanser ($32). It's so great. I've been using it for a couple of months, and it has really done a good job battling my blackhead affliction. I'll … [Read more...]
Must Have Makeup: The Everyday Face
December 27, 2007 By Leave a Comment
The other day a friend told me she could live without any cosmetics but her lipgloss, which I found funny since I almost never sport the stuff. It did get me thinking, though, about my makeup drawer, which is over-stuffed despite the fact that I only use a fraction of its contents. I would, of course, … [Read more...]
Product Review: Relish Enriched Moisturizing Sunscreen
December 6, 2007 By Leave a Comment
The Promise: Relish Enriched Moisturizing Sunscreen is suppose to "shield your skin from harsh sunrays," "revitalize and condition skin" with Ginko Biloba, Gingseng and licorice extracts "protect your skin from free radical damage while preventing redness, rough skin and peeling" be "light enough … [Read more...]
How to Tame Messy Hair: American Crew Fiber
November 12, 2007 By Leave a Comment
I'm not the type of person to stress over my looks, but I do have a strong work-with-what-you-got ethic. One of the latest additions to my beauty tool box is this Crew Fiber (about $13). I have thick hair for which I am thankful, but its coarse texture means it's hard to tame and often looks messy … [Read more...]
Beauty Review: Skin MD Shielding Lotion
November 5, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Incessant sunshine is not my thing. I know that's a curious comment for a native Southern Californian to make, but it's been drier than I can handle this year, and so has my skin. I've tried keep my hands hydrated with my usual lotions and long-loved remedies, but most are no match for this no-rain-in-sight … [Read more...]
Smashbox Photo Finish Bronzing Primer
September 27, 2007 By Leave a Comment
I've been a staunch devotee of Lorac's aquaPrime for some time now, but I have to admit I've strayed recently. Yes, it's true, I've been cheating on my primer, and though I still adore the Lorac, I think I might have a new love/obsession: Smashbox's Photo Finish Bronzing Primer($38). It all started … [Read more...]
New Obsession: Bliss Body Butter
September 5, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Well, my dry hands have been well documented, so it should come to no surprise that I'm always on the lookout for the next miracle product to hydrate my hangnails. This time, I have the W Hotel to thank for my newest discovery: Bliss Lemon + Sage Body Butter ($35). You see, they provide a whole bevy … [Read more...]
Quick Fix for a Locker Room Disaster
August 14, 2007 By Leave a Comment
I averted a hair disaster today, and I lived to tell about it. It all started when, after exiting the shower at my gym, I noticed that I'd left my toiletry bag at home . Translation: no makeup and no hair products. Scary. Hair dripping wet, face clean scrubbed and the clock ticking, I had to think … [Read more...]
Natural Deodorant That Works
August 9, 2007 By Leave a Comment
For the longest time, I've been trying to break away from antiperspirant because of my concerns about absorbing aluminum and it's possible links to Alzheimer's Disease. I know, I know, we absorb aluminum in a million different ways, but I don't want to feed it to my bloodstream via my underarms. My … [Read more...]
Test Drive: TESS Skin Care Products
August 1, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Smarter Beauty contributor, Evette, and I were lucky enough to get the chance to try out some TESS (Teen Everyday Skincare System) products, even though neither of us fit into the teen category. Despite that, we were willing to test drive the line because it's paraben-free and made with natural ingredients … [Read more...]
