You're so vain!

We know the beauty industry is a billion dollar business! But now q-tips! Sheesh! Even they boxes have gotten pretty! So now the box sitting on top on your vanity suddenly isn't so sterile....eye candy, if you will. Beauty and hygiene rituals have never been prettier! And now REACH toothbrushes come in designs! Forget snagging my favorite color anymore....

Both of these items can be found at Wamart or Target.

Brushing en vogue,

LFM
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Must be Jelly

Just sharing something I have used for thr past two winters. I have had eczema since I was a wee one. During the bitter cold New England winters the dry itchiness intensifies a million times over. This body moisturizer from Carol's Daughter works like a dream. And it absorbs immediately,you don't feel like you're going to slide out of your skin, ahhhh memories of my mother covering me in Vaseline. Thanks Ma.

From the website:

Sweet Almond Oil, a natural nut oil high in fatty acids, alleviates dry, irritated or itchy skin and preserves moisture


Soy Oil, a protein-rich emollient, replenishes and improves skin’s natural texture and glow

Jojoba Oil, an excellent moisturizing agent, leaves a rich, non-oily feel while preventing water loss and enhancing suppleness

Snuggie in Full Effect,
 
LFM

Happy New Year!!!!

From my bed I type....wishing all of you a Happy 2010! I haven't been out in awhile for New Years. Past couple have been in, with company, or at a friends house. Finally got out this year and had a ball. I have tossed around some ideas for resolutions, but nothing is concrete just yet! Here are some pictures from NYE. I realize that none of you all wanted to see my cleavage, but I'm too lazy to photo shop at the moment. Please forgive me ;)

Make up is as follows: Revlon Colorstay liquid foundation, MAC photo realism quad (crease darkened with Humid), lipstick Maybelline "hooked on pink", MAC Viva Glam IV lipgloss, MAC brow pencil in "strut" and Nars blush in "Lovejoy".Red Cherry lashes in #601.

Be well in 2010!!!!!!!

Love ya,mean it.

LFM

A Twin Spectacle.

They've done it again. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen are never far away from fashion, and a cup of Starbucks. The year2010, they will usher in shades.Mean dark ones.And oversized. Just like I like them. Prices range from $325-$390.

*picture credited to WWD

Feliz Navidad!

I do realize this is a day late. I hope that everyone had a wonderful holiday.I spent mine resting, as I'm sure many people who work in service/retail industries did.This time of the year is very taxing on us! I don't spend it with my family because I am so far away. Don't feel sorry for me...it's a personal choice to live where I live :)
My mother always sends me a box loaded with snacks unique to my home town, and she  included other trinkets and cash! ;) Weather and my sleep schedule permitting I will be headed here tomorrow. I will treat myself to a few things....not a shopping spree in the least bit, am I practicing extreme restraint these days with shopping.Most everything is a planned purchase.

I stepped out of the house last night and drove around downtown New Haven. I managed to find an open Dunkin Doughnuts, grabbed a coffee, and tipped the guy an extra dollar.It was the least I could for him having to work. A song came on the radio and made me all warm and fuzzy....Definitely one of my fave holiday songs....here is the video!

LFM

Still Standing...with gloss,of course.

So do any of you ladies watch Monica- Still Standing on BET? A few people have asked me what gloss did I think Monica was wearing on her show.Specifically during her narratives.The gloss some what reminds me of Laura Mercier's Bare Beige gloss. At any rate,one of the beautiful ladies on youtube did a tuturial on the look. Her video is below.Subscribe to her! Enjoy!



LFM

Hair Envy

I just wanted to share some pictures of natural hair that I love...Their make up looks nice also ;) These pictures are credited to Miss Jessies, these woman have beautiful heads of hair and style! Their salon is located in Brooklyn,NY.The  annual buy one get one free is alive and well until 12.31.09. I personally use the baby buttercreme,quick curls and creme de la creme. I have tried the curly pudding and the curly meringue.But over time I just stick with what works best for my hair.

Please note that none of these products can chemically alter your hair.They can not "make' your hair curly, wavy and change the texture.Tito (head stylist and Co founder) does offer a service called, a "silkener". I have not personally experienced this, but from pictures it looks like many people love it.Read more about it here

LFM

P.S. Click the label to see a previous review of Miss Jessies