This post is sponsored by Curél® but all thoughts and opinions are my own. I grew up in a pretty dry Western state, so I was accustomed to needing to apply lotion every day. Dry skin was a constant struggle for me, particularly my feet, hands, and elbows. When I moved to the East Coast,…
3 Things to Teach Your Daughter About Skin Care
This post was sponsored by Johnson & Johnson and I received complimentary products to facilitate my post. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions (FTC) guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I hate to admit it, but I wasn’t always…
DIY Chocolate Face Mask
If you want to indulge in a luxurious spa treatment at home what sounds (or smells) better than chocolate? You might even nibble on a piece of good-for-you dark chocolate while enjoying this Chocolate Face Mask! While the star in this face mask is the rich, amazing chocolate that brings a punch of antioxidants…
DIY Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub
A few weeks ago, I ran out of the homemade sugar scrub that I use almost daily when I shower, so I knew that I needed to make a new batch. Since pumpkin spice is everywhere this time of year, I thought it would be fun to see if I could make a sugar scrub…
The Ankle Detail Jean: Style For Everybody #EverydayRunway
Yes, it’s me again with a fashion post. I still feel so out of place in the fashion world, but if nothing else happened because of my Fall style session with Kohl’s in September, I’ve been more aware of how I dress and I’m making a greater effort. You can see my first #EverydayRunway post…
Style for Everybody: Classic Fall Sweater #EverydayRunway
Me….a fashionista? Never in a million years would I have dreamed that I would be invited by Kohl’s to participate in an #EverydayRunway fall fashion campaign. Although I was not compensated for this fashion shoot, my travel and accommodations were covered….and since people keep asking, yes, I did get to take a few of my…
DIY Makeup Remover Pads
I used to buy fancy makeup remover pads from the beauty section at my favorite store, but then I discovered essential oils and all that they could do for you and your skin. I have tried to replace many of the chemical-filled beauty products on my bathroom counter with DIY versions, and these Makeup Remover…
DIY Cinnamon Lip Scrub
During the hot summer months or the cold and harsh winter months, our lips take a beating from sun, wind or sand, and they could use a little natural pampering. Use this homemade Cinnamon Lip Scrub at least 2 to 3 times a week to keep your lips soft and smooth. Make up a batch for yourself…
Lime & Coconut Sugar Scrub Bars
I LOVE lime and coconut – both the flavors to eat and the scents to enjoy. I know you’ll love these lime and coconut sugar scrub bars! Note that the links to point you to the ingredients needed to make this DIY bath & beauty product are affiliate links, which means I can make a…
Frankincense & Orange Whipped Body Butter
This rich and luxurious Frankincense & Orange Body Butter smells wonderful and it delivers a whole array of fantastic benefits to your body. Far beyond the therapeutic aromatherapy these scents offer they also do great things for you from the outside in. Long known as a precious oil, used by kings and even Cleopatra in…