Category Archives: BEAUTY

Although turning 40 has been pretty awesome so far, I have to admit I’ve been forced (by nature) to be more conscious about taking better care of my skin. Today I’m talking about the Decorte Slim & Firm Concentrate Multi-Action Face Mask that I received for testing purposes from Decorte and Preen.me. I had heard of Decorte and knew it mostly as a “luxury” skincare line (it’s sold exclusively at Saks), and it wasn’t until I held the products in my hand and … Continue Reading »

I have wanted to do something about my lashes ever since I came to terms with the fact that eyelash extensions just aren’t for me (they require too much maintenance, time, money, etc). Then I discovered Marc Jacobs Beauty O!Mega Lash Volumizing mascara ($26) in fun colors–which are perfect for summer–and the cutest way to lengthen and jazz up my almost nonexistent lashes. Besides black, this line of mascara is also available in these vibrant colors: Peacock (teal) Garnet (brick red) Think Ink … Continue Reading »

Hello, and welcome to my first sponsored Beauty post in ages. I used to write many more sponsored beauty reviews when I first started blogging because as a newbie blogger it was oh-so-exciting to receive free products for testing purposes. But then I realized that I really didn’t like straying from my tried and true skincare regimen. I know what works for my skin, and most of the products I was testing just weren’t that impressive or worth cheating on my favorite creams and serums … Continue Reading »