The past few weeks here in coastal Connecticut have been brutal! We have had over seven days in a row of sunny, hot, and humid weather. So, recently I’ve tried some new water and gel creams that hydrate without the heavy feeling of a thick moisturizer. Some brands call them “cloud creams,” and some are referred to as “gel… Read More
The summer sunshine is here, and it’s time to reflect that change with some makeup updates. Hopefully, you are safely tanning (using body mousse or face bronzing drops) and getting that sun-kissed glow without the damage. During the summer I like to switch up my makeup color choices, swapping out lighter concealers and tinted moisturizers for slightly more bronze… Read More
This Top Ten list was easy for me: I opened the makeup drawer. As far as clean beauty brands go, Ilia is a heavy hitter, with makeup, sunscreen, tools, and skincare all equally worth mentioning. I was first introduced to the brand with their Super Serum Skin Tint which I wrote a dedicated post about back in 2020 (and… Read More
It’s time for the obligatory summer sunblock post! Months filled with sunshine mean sunscreen every day (no matter what) and each season I like to update my stock. I feel like what constitutes “safe SPF” is always evolving, so I try to stay on top of the latest findings. But, everyone’s concerns and beliefs are different, so it’s important… Read More
Fragrant florals and crisp, clean fresh scents smell like summer to me. Anything reminiscent of the beach, the garden, or the warm sunshine makes for a pretty perfume. I usually stick to Annick Goutal’s Eau D’Hadrien fragrance (light and lemony), but I find it’s fun to change things up occasionally. If you want to experiment with something new without… Read More
Beauty junkies and skincare addicts are clicking their heels everywhere…it’s time for the Sephora VIB sale! There are still a few days left to shop, so load up the cart. This bi-annual event is always a good time to stock up or try something new. Below are the products that I love and use and always recommend (plus some… Read More
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