April Favs & A Few Comparisons

by | May 3, 2011 | Uncategorized

Here are a few of my favs and I have tried some alternatives to my regular products that I have loved and used on a daily basis. Here are some thoughts on just a few. What have you tried that you just can’t get away from? Have you had a bad experience with trying something new and hating it or loving it more? SHARE!!!
Monday = Glow Glow Gadget Miracle Product

Monday = Glow Glow Gadget Miracle Product

by | May 2, 2011 | Uncategorized

Today’s Editor Obsession: SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Defense

My husband just told me how great my skin looks. This is strange for a couple of reasons. 

One: While he isn’t oblivious to changes in my appearance, my spouse’s observational tools are sensitive enough only to detect the fairly obvious. For example, he declared a shade of red lipstick wrong for me but didn’t comment when I had lash extensions. And the hubs certainly isn’t savvy to pore size or pigmentation.

Two: I just survived a couple of the most stressful weeks I can remember. Long hours at work, little sleep, and standard hormonal issues on top of a couple of life crises are exactly what usually turn my skin into a bigger mess than Charlie Sheen’s career.


So this comment on my skin had me floored. And the only reason for my calm complexion is SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Defense serum ($78).

This miracle skin cocktail contains a blend of ingredients that help prevent acne, fight the signs of aging, and combat hyperpigmentation. Dioic acid inhibits sebum production and kills acne-causing bacteria. And a combination of alpha and beta hydroxy acids help clear pores and exfoliate to minimize the appearance of pores and reveal more even skin tone.

I started using the lightweight serum before the chaos, and I still apply a few drops every morning before my moisturizer. The fluid is totally nongreasy and absorbs in an instant — I don’t feel like I have another product sitting on top of my skin.

In the weeks since I added Blemish + Age Defense to my routine, I haven’t seen a single breakout, and I think my skin looks more even and radiant. And it seems my husband agrees!

Visit the SkinCeuticals Facebook page to sign up for a free sample of Blemish + Age Defense.

How do you keep your skin from showing stress?

— Liesa Goins

I’m So Sorry

by | Apr 28, 2011 | Uncategorized

I haven’t posted at all this week due to the fact that I have been feeling WRETCHED!!! I’ve totally been looking forward to this week since I have been registered for an amazing conference AND my girlfriends are flying in from California tonight. I ReAlLy hope I’m not going to be a Debbie Downer! I mean, amazing classes, great speakers and delectable restaurants…WHY ME??? I hope that all of you are happy and healthy! Posting will resume next week no matter WHAT!!! I really hope this goes away soon =(.

Naked Pallette

by | Apr 25, 2011 | Uncategorized

Another J-Lo look but you knew this was coming =). I wanted my first look from this pallette to be her and I LOVE this look but H.A.T.E my camera and how it isn’t HD. It doesn’t pick up the colors like I would like and I am SO in the market for another!!!

Mascara Oops!

by | Apr 22, 2011 | Uncategorized

Oh NO!!! You’ve applied everything flawlessly and then you realize you got mascara everywhere with one swipe of the wand. Never fear! Here’s a trick to help =).
Urban Decay Palette

Urban Decay Palette

by | Apr 18, 2011 | Uncategorized

I got it! I finally got it! Yes I know got isn’t a word but I am SO excited!!! This palette is amazing and I already have a few tutorials done for it, just need some editing. Here is one of the looks I’ll be doing with it =). What looks would YOU like to see with this bad boy?

And The Winners Are……….

And The Winners Are……….

by | Apr 18, 2011 | Uncategorized

 JoRdAn!!! She had the most referrals and therefore gets first prize =) Congrats sister!!! Email me and let me know where you want your goodies sent. Now the second winner is chosen by Random.org and here it is:

Rebecca said…

I am a follower! I always love reading and watching everything you post! 
Congrats Rebecca!!! Email me your address and I can send you your prize =).
Hair Twist

Hair Twist

by | Apr 16, 2011 | Uncategorized

Let me stress this…..I AM NOT A HAIR GIRL!!!!! God gave me little boys to raise so that I would not embarrass his daughters with my attempts!!! However, you asked, I listened =). You may not look like the ladies below but this is how I twisted my hair in the March Favorites Video. Enjoy!