20 Harmful Chemicals to Avoid in Your Personal Care

The Shocking Truth About Beauty Product Regulations As a busy mom navigating the world of personal care products for both myself and my daughter, I’ve learned how critical it is to understand what’s in the items we use daily. What shocked me most during my research was discovering the dramatic difference between cosmetic regulations in…

Saying, “Shoo, Fly!” with Pure Aroma Essential Oils

Living in Texas brings many joys, but the local insect population can certainly be a challenge. After relocating from Las Vegas, encountering the variety and size of bugs here was quite the adjustment! While professional pest control services offer one solution, those living near natural areas like golf courses may find that some determined critters…

Reviewing Pacha Soap Co

Discovering brands that prioritize both environmental stewardship and social impact feels especially meaningful today. Pacha Soap Co. exemplifies this dual commitment through their handcrafted natural soap products. As a purpose-driven company, Pacha’s artisans create bath, body, and home products that deliver sensory delight while advancing community empowerment. Their commitment to sustainability extends from ingredient sourcing…

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…