If there has been one skincare phenomena that has continued to shine in the cosmetics industry, it is without a doubt BB and CC Creams. But with two different formulations, and so many options to choose from in each, which particular letter duo should you choose? Today we are going to go over the differences between the two in an effort to help you decide which formula you should go with. BB Cream Spotlight You will find BB Creams everywhere, from your local drugstore, to your favorite … [Read more...]
Feeling Beautiful on a Date with My Hubby!
I participated in this sponsored campaign on behalf of Victoria Jackson® and One2One Network. All opinions stated are my own. Last week, my husband and I had a date. Since dates are few and far between, with a busy job and two young kids, feeling beautiful on my date is a must. I want it to be special. To be honest, most days I don't bother with makeup. If I know I am going to be home all day, it's yoga pants and no makeup. Having a cute outfit and great makeup for a date with the hubster … [Read more...]
What age did you let your daughter wear makeup?
My daughter loves play makeup. Absolutely loves it. She plays dress up almost daily and I find her makeup not only all over her face, but usually her brother's face too. I won't embarrass him in the future with blog pictures of that. Sorry, I know you'd all love to see her makeup application skills on my Little Man. There has been more than one occasion that she has tried to sneak out of the house wearing her play makeup. {I did that too, but I think I was a bit older...} We always catch it … [Read more...]
Celebrate Your Own Beauty
What does beauty mean to you? Almay has this new campaign with Carrie Underwood right now, maybe you've seen a commercial or YouTube video, in it they talk about celebrating the beauty and strength of all women. I completely agree with Almay on this one - there is beauty and strength in all women. You might not feel beautiful right now, but you are beautiful! Say it with me? "I am beautiful!" Beauty IS NOT some standard set by magazines, entertainment, or media - beauty is in all of us. Our … [Read more...]
Natural Beauty Products for Girls
I have a very girly girl in my household. My Princess is six years old and loves singing, dancing, pink, nail polish, and makeup. She will change her clothes four times a day and pretends to be a singer, or dancer, or actress - or anything she wants. I love watching her grow up and enjoy life. Do you have a daughter? Is she like mine? When she plays dress up and wears makeup (at home only!) I am glad that we have Ecoprincess Organics from Organic Beauty Now for her to play with. These … [Read more...]
Play Time Makeup: Luna Star Naturals
My Princess loves dress-up time and pretend play. I have blogged about it many times including here and here. She also loves to wear all the pretend play makeup on her face. Unfortunately, many of the products sold today are full of petrochemicals and other unsafe synthetic ingredients. I don't want that on my Princess' sweet skin! Boy, was I glad to find Luna Star Naturals! Luna Star Naturals has an award-winning collection of natural, non-toxic, hypoallergenic mineral makeup designed … [Read more...]
Everyday Look: Makeup Application Tips
Thank you to Mary Kay® and Influenster for sponsoring today's post. I don't wear a lot of makeup. With two young kids, I honesty don't have a lot of time to apply makeup. I do love makeup though and love to learn how to apply makeup. I love that Mary Kay has YouTube videos featuring makeup application tips from their Global Makeup Artist Team. Videos like these help clueless people like me how to apply makeup. Makeup Application Tips: Mary Kay® True Dimensions Lipstick in Pink … [Read more...]
