During the winter, our skin tends to be a lot more dry than during any other season. And that is because of the cold of course. Our skin needs to stay moisturized at all times- or else you’ll feel like a dried up lizard. So how can you ensure that your skin stays moisturized at all times in the winter? Exfoliate You can’t start treating your skin to moisture until it is properly exfoliated. Exfoliating means getting rid of all the dead skin cells on your skin. Use a gentle exfoliating scrub all over your body. Slough off dead skin by gently scrubbing in circular motions, esp...

When you’re strapped for time, the best thing you can do is maximize your time at night with quick, overnight remedies! These remedies will have you waking up with beautiful, moisturized skin so you don’t have to waste time in the morning or during the day! Take a Bath A bath is ultimate relaxation. Not only does it soothe and relax your muscles, but it relaxes your mind and soul too. Soak up in a hot bath before bedtime and use a little lavender which will calm and relax your mind and body. For super soft skin, use a body scrub. Renew Your Hands Your hands are the first ...

When you wake up, your skin needs to be cleansed no matter what. If you want beautiful, healthy skin there are steps you need to take in order to make that happen. De-Puff Your Eyes To alleviate swelling, place a cold compress on your eyes for 5-10 minutes, then pat on an eye cream or gel that’s been stored in the fridge. If your eyes are red, break out the Rohto V eyedrops (only $7!) before putting in your contacts. They whiten your eyes instantly and feel great. Treat Your Skin Gently Skin can be sensitive, especially after a late night, so avoid exfoliators, toners, and astringents. I...

You know when you get home from a party and the last thing you want to do is wash your face? Well it might be more important than you think. If you just fall asleep with all that makeup on, you’ll end up with a big surprise in the morning. So here’s what you need to do for a post-party skin prep. Slather on Albolene, a cleansing lotion that also removes makeup. Wipe it off with a cloth or cotton pads, any any residue left behind acts as a moisturizer. If you’re just too tired for a two-step process, sweep away makeup with pre-moistened towelettes or pads. Makeup wipes are the...

There is nothing sexier than having a little tan going on, especially during the winter. For those of you who don’t live in a warm, sunny place, looking tanned all the time can be a difficult thing. One thing I would not advise anyone to do is to tan at a tanning salon; your skin will just hate you for it! So what can you do to get a beautiful glow all year long? Bronzers are a great way to get that subtle glow, especially for your face. Unfortunately, a lot of bronzers out there will make your face look dirty or over-tanned and sometimes even leave streaks. I found this great po...

Pores are just annoying. The problem is that if you don’t treat them as soon as they appear, they get larger and larger. Especially if you have dry skin, enlarged pores can look even worse. You can start minimizing your pores  by using a daily facial scrub such as St. Ives  Apricot Cleanser which goes deep into the skin to scrub and get rid of dirt as well as prevent breakouts. Don’t use any makeup which can clog your pores. If possible, use mineral or hypoallergenic makeup.  This will help you in your process of minimizing your pores. Get rid of all the makeup and products that...

Moisturizers are needed, especially during the fall and winter when our skin is exposed to the harsh weather. So take care of your skin by making sure to moisturize every day, especially after a shower, and not using scalding hot water which will damage your skin more than anything. So how can you stay soft and moisturized all winter long? St. Ives Swiss Formula Whipped Silk, Advanced Body Moisturizer will quench your skin like no other moisturizer and leave you feeling silky soft for a long time. St. Ives beauty products have been my favorites for a long time, because their ingredients...

So we all know that Evian makes water, but did you know that they also make beauty products as well? As far as I know, Evian has now launched a skin care line complete with face wash, moisturizer…the works. So does this product do justice to its fancy name and water? I just bought the Evian Oxygenating Cleansing Gel and I have to say that I love it like no other product. It works great for both face and eyes, so you don’t have to worry about getting tears, and it eliminates any trace of makeup and dirt on your skin. This gentle and soap-free gel removes makeup, excess oil a...