The time change! Torrential downpours! The newest Fashion Flash blog roundup! All of those happened just in the last two days, and I'm here to share the most pleasant one with you, the latest Fashion Flash hosted by Kristen Coffield on her awesome blog, The Culinary Cure. Kristen is an author, educator and self-described "Culinary Disruptor". She posts really great content on her Instagram Feed and stories and I highly recommend following ... Read more...
Makeup Changes – How My Makeup Style Has Changed Lately
Changes always happen, and as I've discovered, always for the better. I've found myself in an interesting place in my makeup choices lately and while my younger self would be perplexed, I'm not mad about it! In my 20's I was alllllllll about color. I wanted bright colors and bright colors only. Purple, green and aqua eyeshadow, I was there! And that continued into my 30's and many years here on Painted Ladies. And there's nothing wrong ... Read more...
Skincare So Good I’m Buying It Twice (Or Thrice … Or More)
Every once in a while I like to take a look at the skincare I'm repurchasing twice, or thrice, or more! Seriously, if I've repurchased anything, it's a must have keeper! I have to say in the last couple of years I've really become vested in skincare, and my skin is very thankful as a result. At age 41 I do see the positive results of taking care of my skin. I don't want to call what I do a regimen because I'm constantly changing what I ... Read more...
From Fall To Spring, My Lips Are Soothed With Burt’s Bees Lip Butters
This post is sponsored by Burt's Bees but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. It was just a few months ago that I discovered the excellence that is Burt's Bees Lip Butters, and it’s been true love for the four flavors ever since. From this past Fall and going into Spring, I’m in replenish status on a couple of my favorites. Vanilla and Clove? Amazing! You can find the botanic-based Burt's Bees Lip Butters at Ulta Beauty ... Read more...
February Best Of Beauty Roundup
If January was the longest (seemingly) month of the year, then February sure made up for it by zooming by. It's time to take a look at the beauty products that most piqued my interest in this month of love. I have to admit I wasn't exactly fawning over Homeoplasmine, a French pharmacy staple, but I'm reaching for it more and more to tackle a few dry spots on my neck and face. Ugh, no words are necessary for how much I adore Pat ... Read more...