Making Modern with Milk Makeup

Milk Makeup, an offspring of Milk Studios of NYC, believes that when it comes to your beauty routine, compromise is a “no, no.” To ensure their cosmetics are nourishing with a blockbuster payoff, Milk Makeup offers products that are cruelty-free, paraben-free, and 100% vegan. Taking its cues from those in the community surrounding its studios,…

Unboxing Vichy Minéral 89 Face Moisturizer

We received a few minutes of rain today in Las Vegas. Those few raindrops were appreciated. Speaking of moisture, let’s chat briefly about the Minéral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Face Moisturizer by Vichy Laboratories. I unboxed and tried this moisturizer today for the first time. Unlike many serums and moisturizers I’ve used in the past that just…

Loving L’Occitane En Provence

Meet me in France, mon chéri! Now that my daughter is on a somewhat predictable schedule, I’m excited about getting back into skincare and herbal remedies. Let’s play in this deliciously green purifying mask by L’Occitane en Provence! If you enjoy the smell of thyme, you’ll love this mask. Organic thyme is high in zinc…

Reaching for an Anise Star

Star Anise Essential Oil (ASEO), derived from Illicium verum, offers a distinctive black licorice aroma and numerous therapeutic benefits. This pale-yellow oil is steam-extracted from the star-shaped dried fruit of the evergreen Star Anise tree native to Southeast Asia. Traditional Uses and Benefits Ancient civilizations recognized ASEO’s therapeutic properties. Egyptians used it to “refresh the…

Mastering the At-Home Acrylic Manicure: 5 Essential Tips

After years of doing my own acrylic nails while enjoying my favorite shows, I’ve perfected the art of the at-home manicure. Here are my top tips for achieving salon-quality results. #1 Perfect Nail Bed Fit Is Non-Negotiable Finding acrylic nails that match your nail beds precisely is crucial. Different brands cater to varying nail bed…

Relieving Pain with Camphor Essential Oil

Have you ever wondered about the refreshing scent in your favorite chest rub or muscle balm? That distinctive aroma likely comes from camphor oil, a powerful natural remedy with a fascinating history and impressive range of benefits. The Majestic Camphor Tree: Nature’s Medicine Cabinet Deep in the forests of Asia stands the magnificent Cinnamomum camphora,…