Category Archives for beauty
Winter Skin Moisture Tips
Around this time of year I start to think about my skin again. How can I keep it soft and comfortable throughout the cold, dry winter?
Winter is pretty harsh on your skin. Whether you spend time outdoors and get wind [...]
Me-ow!
I just had to share with you the awesomeness that is my feet:
I went to my favourite spa that happens to be South African this weekend for a charity function. A couple of tickets got you a polish change so [...]
Accutane Update
This morning I paid a visit to my dermatologist for my monthly checkup.
Bloodwork was good, skin was good, everything was good!
It’s been 4 months and my skin is pretty much clear. There was only 1 tiny spot on my cheek [...]
The Purge Project: Makeup Drawer
This is the next installment in what I hope will be an ongoing series of decluttering, paring down and organizing my life and belongings.
Earlier this week I decluttered my purse (which was very much needed!) and took a load off [...]
The Nicest Comment
I’ve been meaning to write about for this for a while, but I’ve been having quite a busy week!
I wanted to talk about something just wonderful that happened to me about 2 weeks ago.
I was on the subway, heading to [...]
It’s Pedicure Season!
The sun is out, the weather is warm and our feet are exposed to the masses. This time of year it is high season for the pedicure.
Whether you prefer hot pink, French or natural, most of us are getting our [...]
Adventures with Accutane: A Follow-Up
Wow. Today is officially the first day that my skin has been clear enough for me to go without makeup.
I spent a good 5 minutes this morning debating whether I should put a little makeup on or not. It was [...]
Hydrating Treatment for your Scalp?
Help!
To all my beauty-junky readers, I need your assistance!
I am on Accutane. The main side effect of this drug is intense dryness of everything. I can deal with dry lips, skin, nails, eyes… but I can’t seem to win the [...]
Adventures With Accutane
Well, I’ve taken the plunge and after trying everything under the sun for my skin, the derm has finally put me on Accutane.For those of you who are unfamiliar with this drug, Accutane is essentially a highly-concentrated form of vitamin [...]
Herbal Essences Hydralicious Winners
Hey y’all!
I am happy to announce that I’ve got 3 winners for the Hydralicious give-away. Random.org selected comment numbers 1, 2 and 5:
AmyFlirty*almost*30Michelle
These lovely ladies will be receiving two full-value coupons for the Hydralicious product of their choice!
Thanks to everyone [...]
