01.22.2014
Sick Day essentials

I’m always really confused when I get sick. I mean, I live in California, the land of perpetual sunshine and 70 degree weather and especially since I don’t work in an office every day (aka germ infestation central), it’s odd that I would catch a bug. Well I woke up yesterday morning feeling like absolute crap; dry, scratchy throat, stuffed sinus’, watery eyes…sure, it could be the Santa Ana winds but regardless, I feel awful. Over the years I’ve developed these go-to’s for a good sick day, if that’s not a complete oxy-moron.

Orange juice (preferably fresh-squeezed)

Aquaphor

Secret Clinical Strength deodorant

01.10.2014
Beauty Products to Beat The Polar Vortex

At first, I said I had snowstorm FOMO…that is, until I started hearing the term “polar vortex” thrown around. I mean. I’m all for a fun snow day, but I’m not so into the idea of it being below freezing outside. Even though I’m in Los Angeles, I put together a collection of some awesome beauty products to help you bea/SURVIVE the polar vortex.

1. Mario Badescu Cuticle Cream

2. L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream

3. Aquaphor

4. Kiehl’s Intensive Treatment & Moisturizer for Dry or Callused Areas

5. Smith’s Rosebud Salve

6. Clinique Moisture Surge Intense Skin Fortifying Hydrator

07.17.2013
The Best Drugstore Beauty Buys

You know I’m a sucker for some luxe packaging but guys, I also love me some drugstore beauty products. Sure, a lot of products might not be that great but if you weed through the losers (much like dating, right?), you can find some real GEMS…let me tell you. The ladies at AFabLife.com asked me to pick my favorites and here they are:

1. Covergirl Clump Crusher LashBlast Mascara – A great mascara that gives lots of volume and really doesn’t clump!

2. Girl Scouts Lip Smackers – Thin Mint – These really do taste like Thin Mints…it was love at first sight.

3. Sally Hansen Fuzzy Coat nail polish in “Tweedy” – I discovered this nail polish only two weeks ago while browsing at Target! Love it. You can wear it alone or layer it over a solid color.

4. Aquaphor – My go-to skin problem solution!

5. Burt’s Bees Coconut Foot Cream – This is an amazing foot cream – I rub it on my feet and then put cotton socks on for an hour. The BEST.

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02.28.2013
Beauty Products Actually Worth the Money (and that I buy for myself!)

It’s not that often that I actually spend my own money on beauty products. Sorry, but it’s a true story. However, these are the products that I just simply ADORE and can’t live with out, free or not. Watch the video to hear all of the captivating details and don’t forget to to subscribe to my YouTube channel!

Vivicscal Extra Strength: My hair growth miracle.

Yes to Cucumber Facial Towelettes: Perfect makeup cleansing cloths for my dry, sensitive skin! Seriously, I’m obsessed with these.

Clinque Even Better Makeup SPF 15: It’s a moderate to full coverage (with SPF!) and the foundation also helps prevent new discolorations from forming.

Aquaphor Healing Ointment: I put this on EVERYTHING. Got a skin issue? Put some Aquaphor on it, no joke. It’s an all-purpose skin products.

Moroccan Oil Treatment Light: The new-ish version (for fine hair) is even better for my hair, since it doesn’t weight it down but still smooths and prevents frizz.

01.07.2010
Reader Question: Help! My hands are super chapped!

Q: Hi Jamie, I live in New York and for some reason, this winter has wreaked havoc on my hands. Can you recommend a good moisturizer that’s also easy to carry around? you rock! A

A: Hi A! Great question and I have only one answer for you. Aquaphor Healing Ointment from Eucerin. Seriously, this is the only product that actually really keeps my dry skin moisturized. I actually just used half a tube of this stuff while I was home in New York for the holidays! You can use it on your hands but I actually love it for my lips and the skin around my nostrils as well (which get super dry from the sniffles). It comes in a big tub or in a small travel tube so you can keep one at home and carry the tube around with you. Hope this helps you- let me know!

xo, Jamie

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