I don't know about you, but my skin goes through a weird transitional phase when the weather first starts to cool down. I don't want to load up on ultra-heavy creams and lotions but I do need something better than the lightweight summer moisturizer I've been using. I'm wondering what you girls like when the weather changes like this? Here are a few ( Read more... )

With February coming to a close (and the first hints of Spring teasing the air), I've decided it's the perfect time to reflect on where 2010 has taken us so far in the realm of beauty. Here's a brief review of some of January's blog highlights, with tips on everything from choosing the right exfoliant and sunscreen to breaking worn-out beauty rules ( Read more... )

I tend to jump the gun a bit in the transitions from season to season. At the first hint of falling leaves, I'm hauling out my winter coat; when the sun breaks through the clouds after weeks of dreary weather, I'm already fantasizing about a new bikini and a sun parasol. So even though I'm well aware that we're technically less than a month into ( Read more... )

 If you've been noticing flakey, dull skin, exfoliating is the perfect way to refresh your complexion ( Read more... )

_ohdollface asks: Hey! I have St. Ive's apricot scrub for acne prone skin & blemishes.. but i found a better exfoliating facial scrub so now I use it for my body 2x a week. Is that okay?

also, i love my new facial scrub! but it seems like it makes my face produce more oil than it used to! i was told to use it 2-3 days a week. that seems like a lot ( Read more... )

 Received some good advice and thought I would share:

protonsareposi writes: In general, physical exfoiliants aren't great for acne. they can burst open the infected area and cause the bacteria to spread. i usually suggest that people who are experiencing active breakouts use a product with ahas/bhas to get their exfoliation. ahas (alpha hydroxy ( Read more... )

Looking for a nice, cheap way to exfoliate your face?  Try brown sugar and honey! The sugar acts as an exfoliator, while the honey is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture from the air. A coworker also suggested that you can add jojoba oil for a smoother application, and also add the juice of half a lemon.

Try it! Its a delicous treat for your