I love to get manicures, but I’ve been trying to cut back on some expenses, so I can’t justify getting them quite as often as I would like. In between manicures, I usually use a light or clear polish as I can never get my nails looking quite as good as they do at the salon. The bright purples and … [Read more...] about The Cure for Messy Manicures
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How to Get Glowing Skin for Summer
* Brought to you by Balanced Guru When the weather heats up, the clothes get thinner, lighter and we wear less of them too. This leaves more skin showing for all to see. I think most of us agree that we love to show off beautiful skin. Getting our skin ready for summer can take a few steps after … [Read more...] about How to Get Glowing Skin for Summer
5 Must-Have Beauty Products for Summer
We are halfway through spring and summer is just around the corner. Now is the time to get into a new summertime beauty routine so that you can look your best this season. Over the years I've reviewed hundreds of bath, body, skin care and hair care products and today, I am sharing with all of you … [Read more...] about 5 Must-Have Beauty Products for Summer
Natural Anti-Aging Face Cream from Mad Hippie
I will be turning 66 years old in September and over the past 4 years or so, I've really started seeing the signs of aging. I've got fine lines & wrinkles around my eyes and mouth. On top of that, I've got age spots that dot my cheeks and forehead which I am not fond of those either. When … [Read more...] about Natural Anti-Aging Face Cream from Mad Hippie
Tutorial: Striped Negative Space and Ombre Nail Designs
Celebrity and fashion manicurist Deborah Lippmann has her pulse on the coolest nail looks to rock at the Coachella 2015 festival. Check out the full step-by-step below, featuring shades from her brand new Summer 2015 collection, Painted Desert! Get The Striped Negative Space Nail Look: Step 1: … [Read more...] about Tutorial: Striped Negative Space and Ombre Nail Designs
How to Make Your Own Glitter Nail Polish
Last month we hosted a Birthday party for my niece who was turning thirteen. This party consisted of 7 girls plus my niece for a fun sleepover at her mother's house. Just like most teen girls, they are into bath, body and beauty products and have a lot of fun experimenting with products and … [Read more...] about How to Make Your Own Glitter Nail Polish
Soften Her – When Getting Close Matters
As women, we want the feeling of smooth skin regardless of hair growth. Now we can keep our intimate areas soft all the time. Whether it's your bikini area, legs, or underarms, the prickly grow back hair can be an annoyance for you and your partner. Under magnification, freshly grown hair reveals … [Read more...] about Soften Her – When Getting Close Matters
Lipstick Shades for Spring and Summer
It’s hard to believe, but spring is here and it’s time to do that spring cleaning that we all dread. Before you get to the windows and vacuuming under the sofa (found a dollar!), think about spring cleaning your make up bag. The changing of the seasons is a good time to go through your make up bag … [Read more...] about Lipstick Shades for Spring and Summer