Do you Gua Sha? It’s a routine I’ve fallen in love with recently! If you aren’t familiar, gua sha is part of traditional Chinese medicine where you use a tool to comb the skin in order to improve circulation, reduce inflammation and promote healing. After a few weeks of performing this ritual morning and night I’ve noticed a reduction in puffiness and inflammation, and an overall healthy glow in my face. I also find the process very calming and stress relieving. Read more
Category: BEAUTY
Sakara Life
You know, stress becomes a cycle…I stress about not having time to cook, so I order out and eat unhealthy foods, which just brings on more stress. Then my skin breaks out, I feel sluggish, and the whole thing repeats itself. Well, about 6 weeks ago I’d had enough. Read more
VIIcode
One downfall of travel, birthday celebrations, and All. The. Things. is the resulting tired, puffy eyes. With my hectic schedule lately, I was feeling the effects (even in the form of dark circles, which are rarely an issue for me) and it was a perfect time to test out some new products from VIIcode. Read more
Eataly in Flatiron District
Cleanse on the Go
I’ve never been big on cleanses…not because I doubt their effectiveness but because I normally give in and cheat by Day 4…Sad, but true. This is why Cleanse On The Go is perfect for me! Read more

Michael Todd Beauty
“Do not regret growing older. It’s a privilege denied to many.” In my mind age is just a number and life gets better the more we live, but I sure don’t want my skin to show it. That’s why I am thrilled to have found the Sonic Eraser Pro from Michael Todd Beauty! Read more

Pink Dust Cosmetics
A good highlighter is an absolute must in any beauty arsenal and I may have found a new favorite! Pink Dust Cosmetics just sent over a cute little selection of their glisten highlighter, two lipsticks and a lip liner to take for a spin. Read more

Osmosis Colour Holiday Lip Gloss Kit
All is “Merry & Bright”, indeed! This Osmosis Colour Holiday Lip Gloss Kit brings that perfect splash of color to complete your look throughout the holiday season and beyond. Read more

BioSilk
I admit it, I put my hair through the ringer: coloring, blow drying, and styling mean I need to give back to my hair if I want more good hair days in my future. That’s why I use BioSilk Hair Care’s 1” Titanium Professional Curling Iron & Silk Therapy with Organic Coconut Oil to protect and enhance as I style. Read more