Beauty Review: FixMySkin Balms

What has been sitting by my computer ever since I received a sample? FixMySkin Balm, the first-ever balm to contain 1% hydrocortisone. I use it on my lips and dry hands/cuticles. Developed by Dr. Joel Schlessinger, an Omaha-based dermatologist, and his son, Daniel, a student at Northwestern University – FixMySkin (containing 1% hydrocortisone in a …

Beauty Budget Rave: Goody Start.Style.Finish Gel Purse Brush

  I’ve never had to carry a brush before. I have naturally curly hair so I don’t own a lot of brushes.  Recently, however, I had a Keratin treatment. Now I need a brush..or two. Combine that with winter weather and hat-head, my hair has moments where it looks dreadful. I have a large Ion …

No More Muffin Top Tights

Nothing is scarier than thinking your midsection is a bit… bigger than intended. No one wants to see the dreaded “muffin top” spilling out over her jeans. And after all that holiday eating, it is almost inevitable. You tell yourself you’re going to the gym (Really! Going this weekend!) and starvation dieting is taking it’s …

Beauty Review: Clinique Smoothie Kisses Lip Gloss Set

If you’re like me, then you can never have too many lip glosses. Clinique’s Smoothie Kisses will be the magic bag for you. A silver pouch filled with four different flavors, you have your choice of what shade you would want to wear each day for any occasion imaginable.The shades include a brick red gloss …

Outfit Of The Day for January 10, 2012. No Gloves Required.

The weather had been unseasonably warm in Chicago. Today it may reach 50 degrees, which makes it easier to get dressed and out the door with just a few layers. This Zara coat doesn’t even have buttons, but I don’t need them! Nor do I need to wear gloves, so I can wear a huge …