Mom’s Day 2017 Gift Guide

Showing up to Mother’s Day brunch without a gift is generally frowned upon. This Sunday, show Mom you’ve got her best interests in mind. From beauty to genes, here are a few gifts that won’t sit and gather dust on her shelf. Makeup: If Mom hasn’t been introduced to BITE lip products yet, now’s the time. Each lipstick and pencil  is handcrafted from only natural … Continue reading Mom’s Day 2017 Gift Guide

Whole Foods’ Beauty Week

  For the third year in a row, Whole Foods Market is hosting its Beauty Week. Beginning this Wednesday, from March 22-28, all cosmetics and facial care are 25% off! BONUS: Trilogy products will be an EXTRA 25% off during Beauty Week, so this is the time to stock up. INSIDER TIP: Stop in on Friday, March 24 for a limited-edition “hello, beauty” bag. The … Continue reading Whole Foods’ Beauty Week

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

I wouldn’t presume to know what gift you should get your Valentine this year. Aside from some really good generic suggestions anyway. But if you’re shopping for your friends or sisters …or basically anyone you aren’t sleeping with…I’ve got some not-s0-ordinary gift suggestions sure to make them smile.   ONE FOR ME, ONE FOR YOU Clarins’ Daily Energizer Lovely Lip Balm creates a subtle flushed pink on everyone … Continue reading Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Hands-Free Living in LA

As much as I love a gorgeous clutch bag, life’s just easier when I go hands-free. From hiking to shopping, I always appreciate having both hands at my disposal. This winter I’ve been continually grabbing the following items every time I know I’ll need both hands free to swatch, shop, sample, hold my nieces, hike with trekking poles, etc.   Healthy Back Bag I tried … Continue reading Hands-Free Living in LA

Serious About Skincare

To me, skincare should always be the priority when it comes to our beauty routines, with makeup and color products coming secondary. Meaning if we only have the funds for one, put ‘em towards good skincare. Which makes sense if you think about it. The better your complexion, the less foundation you’ll need. As a beauty writer, skincare can be difficult to review because you really … Continue reading Serious About Skincare