A few days ago, I went to an event that Biore hosted in light of their new Combination Skin Balancing Cleanser, which they've just launched to target women in their 20s with combination skin. In studies, they found that half of the women in this demographic have combination skin and that these women … [Read more...]
Dry Skin Solutions That Are Perfect For Winter Weather
December 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Is this cold winter weather drying out your skin? I am having the worst time with it, and have been trying out loads of products to help me battle dry skin and avoiding having to put on lotion frequently throughout the day. Here are some that I've found that do wonders and I highly recommend them! 1) … [Read more...]
5 Great Tips for Treating and Covering Acne
December 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
You may have seen the video of Cassandra Bankson already, the 19-year-old model whose video on make-up techniques to cover her own acne and scarring has set the Internet ablaze. I couldn't help but feel for her. Like Bankson, I got my first pimple in the third grade. I was nine years old, and no one … [Read more...]
Why Celebrity Nutritionist Kimberly Snyder Loves The Vitamix
November 16, 2011 By 1 Comment
When I first met beauty/health expert, Kimberly Snyder, about three years ago, I was left with a memorable impression. She was one of the first women I spoke to regarding the incredibly positive effects eating specific foods and maintaining a mostly raw-vegan diet can have on skin. I often write about … [Read more...]
Glow with Omorovicza Gold Shimmer Oil
August 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Usually if I see the words "shimmer" and "oil" together, I cringe (I'm not looking to channel J.Lo circa the early 2000's in her "glow phase", especially given my pale skin!). But when the brand Omorovicza is attached to the product, it's a whole different story. A celebrity favorite, the product line … [Read more...]
Dr.Hauschka New Melissa Day Cream
June 29, 2011 By 1 Comment
With the exception of Dr. Brandt (aaamazing line!), I tend to shy away from anything with "doctor," in the title because I worry about overly aggressive ingredients given my sensitive skin. Dr.Hauschka, however, assuaged any worries I had because it's a natural skincare brand. To boot, the brand is German … [Read more...]
Ask Belinda: Too Young to Wear Makeup
June 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Question: Dear Belinda, My daughters, Ellie and Marni - 11 and 8, respectively - love playing dress up, especially with mommy's clothes and makeup. Recently, my eldest asked me if she could wear makeup to school and without even thinking about it I immediately said "NO", end of discussion. … [Read more...]
Mama Mio: Do You Exercice Your Face?
June 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
We all know that exercise is important for our bodies, but did it ever occur to you that we should also be exercising our faces? It never dawned on me! It wasn't until I met one of the founders of Mama Mio that I learned that applying the proper skincare is just as important as keeping the muscles in … [Read more...]
Weekly Roundup: Fashion Legend Dies, LC Launches Beauty Site
April 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Saturday, April 16 the world of fashion saw a legend pass. Bijan Pakzad, the iconic Iranian designer, suffered a stroke two days earlier but was unable to recover. Bijan, as he preferred to be called, dressed some of the most powerful men in the world, from royals to billionaires and 36 presidents … [Read more...]
