Gift Guide: The Definitive Best Beauty Gifts to Give


Because these gifts are sure to impress just about anyone... (more…)
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Gift Guide: The Definitive Best Beauty Gifts to Give

My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)


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My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)

4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet


Because we all need to help save our planet, and these are four easy (and also fun) ways to do
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4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet

Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life


You guys know I’m picky about lip gloss, but I recently tried two new (to me) products and had to
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Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life

03.18.2011
Kiehl’s Rosa Arctica

So after reading about the new Kiehl’s Rosa Arctica moisturizer in Lucky, I absolutely had to try it.  I have super dry skin and so when I read the claims, I knew there was a possibility I had met my new favorite skincare product.  The coolest claim Rosa Arctica makes is that 93% of users said their skin felt “denser and thicker” after use (from a four-week consumer study). 

Since recently turning 28, I’m starting to really come to terms with the fact that I will eventually see signs of aging, which I’m not very happy about, and therefore need to start using skincare products that help thicken things up a bit since my skin tends to be on the dryer, thin side.

The “Resurrection Flower,” a main ingredient in the cream, can dry out completely and survive for 31 days in inclement conditions and can be restored with just a few drops of water within a day or two to be fully restored…how come no one ever thought to put this in moisturizers before?!  A jar sells for $60, which is actually a pretty good deal considering how little cream you actually have to use- this moisturizer is thick and very dense so a little goes a long way.  LOVING this product.

03.18.2011
Kiehl’s Rosa Arctica

So after reading about the new Kiehl’s Rosa Arctica moisturizer in Lucky, I absolutely had to try it.  I have super dry skin and so when I read the claims, I knew there was a possibility I had met my new favorite skincare product.  The coolest claim Rosa Arctica makes is that 93% of users said their skin felt “denser and thicker” after use (from a four-week consumer study). 

Since recently turning 28, I’m starting to really come to terms with the fact that I will eventually see signs of aging, which I’m not very happy about, and therefore need to start using skincare products that help thicken things up a bit since my skin tends to be on the dryer, thin side.

The “Resurrection Flower,” a main ingredient in the cream, can dry out completely and survive for 31 days in inclement conditions and can be restored with just a few drops of water within a day or two to be fully restored…how come no one ever thought to put this in moisturizers before?!  A jar sells for $60, which is actually a pretty good deal considering how little cream you actually have to use- this moisturizer is thick and very dense so a little goes a long way.  LOVING this product.

03.18.2011
Katherine Heigl quits smoking cigarettes AND helps animals!

So, if you know me at all, you know how I feel about cigarettes.  I hate them….and really, hate isn’t even a strong enough word.  Cigarettes are vile.  But I digress,  I won’t go on anti-smoking rant but I will say that if you are looking for a healhtier alternative to cigarettes, SmokeStik might be a good option for you.  I’ve been noticing a lot of people in LA using this revolutionary new device which, yes, looks exactly like a cigarette but eliminates the cancer-causing agents that cigarettes contain like tar, carcinogens and tabacco.  The only thing you’re getting from SmokeStik is water vapor and nicotine — so yes, you will still have the addiction but hey, at least you’re not slowly giving yourself cancer, right?  Since I don’t smoke, I can’t say whether or not this helps with quitting (and I would assume it doesn’t since it still contains nicotine) but it’s definitely a healthier alternative to cigarettes that any smoker should consider.  I got my sister a SmokeStik for Christmas and she’s been using (and loving) it since!

Katherine Heigl, actress and animal-lover, recently announced her endorsement of the product and even designed her own SmokeStik called The Pitbull – proceeds from her SmokeStik will go to her dog rescue foundation, The Compassion Revolution!

03.18.2011
Katherine Heigl quits smoking cigarettes AND helps animals!

So, if you know me at all, you know how I feel about cigarettes.  I hate them….and really, hate isn’t even a strong enough word.  Cigarettes are vile.  But I digress,  I won’t go on anti-smoking rant but I will say that if you are looking for a healhtier alternative to cigarettes, SmokeStik might be a good option for you.  I’ve been noticing a lot of people in LA using this revolutionary new device which, yes, looks exactly like a cigarette but eliminates the cancer-causing agents that cigarettes contain like tar, carcinogens and tabacco.  The only thing you’re getting from SmokeStik is water vapor and nicotine — so yes, you will still have the addiction but hey, at least you’re not slowly giving yourself cancer, right?  Since I don’t smoke, I can’t say whether or not this helps with quitting (and I would assume it doesn’t since it still contains nicotine) but it’s definitely a healthier alternative to cigarettes that any smoker should consider.  I got my sister a SmokeStik for Christmas and she’s been using (and loving) it since!

Katherine Heigl, actress and animal-lover, recently announced her endorsement of the product and even designed her own SmokeStik called The Pitbull – proceeds from her SmokeStik will go to her dog rescue foundation, The Compassion Revolution!

03.16.2011
L’Oreal The One Sweep Eye Shadow

So my makeup routine is lazy, at best.  In fact, I only started wearing any kind of foundation about three years ago when I battled a little adult acne and it became a necessity to cover it up.  My laziness and, quite frankly, my resistance to wear eye shadow is actually helped out with this really smart new product from L’Oreal- The One Sweep Eye Shadow.  What’s brilliant about it is that the colors are already in place so that all you have to do is rub the brush onto the color, apply to your eye and boom- your eye shadow is done for the day.  In all honesty you do have to really rub the brush onto the color and practice a bit before it actually works but I’m starting to get the hang of it and I’ve been wearing the “Playful for All Eyes” shade, which is a really pretty neutral brown.   It’s the lazy girl’s total dream…

03.16.2011
L’Oreal The One Sweep Eye Shadow

So my makeup routine is lazy, at best.  In fact, I only started wearing any kind of foundation about three years ago when I battled a little adult acne and it became a necessity to cover it up.  My laziness and, quite frankly, my resistance to wear eye shadow is actually helped out with this really smart new product from L’Oreal- The One Sweep Eye Shadow.  What’s brilliant about it is that the colors are already in place so that all you have to do is rub the brush onto the color, apply to your eye and boom- your eye shadow is done for the day.  In all honesty you do have to really rub the brush onto the color and practice a bit before it actually works but I’m starting to get the hang of it and I’ve been wearing the “Playful for All Eyes” shade, which is a really pretty neutral brown.   It’s the lazy girl’s total dream…

03.14.2011
Three Questions With Amanda Peet

So I recently got the chance to interview actress Amanda Peet on her collaboration with Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express Whitestrips, my new obsession.  Over the years I’ve dabbled with a few different white strips and have been unsuccessful 90% of the time…until now.  What I love the most about these is the slogan “a brigher smile when you need it, no planning required” because let’s be honest, I’m never going to say “hey, it’s Sunday, time to whiten my teeth!”  That’s not realistic at all.  What is realistic is that the product promises noticeably whiter teeth after just one two hour treatment and it lasts for up to three months.

And with all that said, Amanda Peet took  the time to sit down with me and answer a few of my burning questions.  I have to say, after several celeb interviews, Amanda was refreshingly awesome and funny.  We chatted about everything from lip injections (she yelled “don’t touch it!” when I told her I have a small upper lip) to her favorite drink (a really good dirty martini) to how hot and amazing Ben Affleck is- she’s done two movies with him.

Q: What drew you in to partner with Crest?

A: I’m a really busy mom and a born multi-tasker…I thought the product was really incredible.  I don’t like to wear of lot of makeup so it’s really an incredible beauty tip.  It’s perfect for going on a date and you want to look a little bit more amazing…you can just throw them on and you’re done.

Q: What are your other beauty product secrets?

A: Tweezerman Tweezers, a really good blush (Amanda likes CoverGirl Cheekers Blush in Plumberry Glow) and Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream.

Q: If you could give any advice to your 22-year-old self, what would it be?

A: Dont worry too much, be single, be explorative, travel, sleep and drink (laughs all around).