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V-Day Prep – Make Yourself Gorgeous for the Big Night

One of the best reasons why Valentine’s Day is so wonderful is because it’s a great time (and excuse/motivator) to give your relationship the boost and attention it really deserves. Relationships are difficult and need tender loving care. That’s why Valentine...

Posted: Feb 13 2013, 08:26 AM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Shopping, Fashion, Fragrance, Skincare, cosmetics, makeover, massage, Valentine's Day, scented body lotion, valentine's day gifts, accessories, lingerie, holiday beauty, sexy lingerie, romance, relationships, romantic ideas, DIY beauty

Put this on your wish list...Whish Flawless Bump Fighter!

If only I had a nickel for everytime somebody has asked me what's the best thing they can do to get rid of and prevent razor bumps or ingrown hairs...I'd be rich!! Well, I was never quite lucky enough to collect the nickels each time I was asked...

Posted: Jul 12 2010, 11:03 AM by Karen | with 1 comment(s)

Sexy Beauty...Thanks to Nars, DuWop, Molton Brown, SensEpil, and CK!

Sexy Beauty! They say sex sells…I think they’re right. Especially when it comes to beauty products. When you want to show the sexiest you, then you’ve got to use sexy products. Hot make-up, sensual fragrance, an outfit you can refer to as your “secret...

Posted: May 19 2010, 09:07 AM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

Moor mud please!! Black for Dramatic Beauty! The Beauty Ingredients Snob...part 3!

Today we step away from the academic side of the Beauty Ingredients Snob series to talk about straight up beauty. Today is all about beauty, drama and more beauty! Well I suppose that’s not entirely true because I suppose the ingredients in these products...

Posted: Apr 27 2010, 02:42 PM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

Filed under: Fragrance, Dark Circles, Acne, Skincare, Moisturizing, Skincare Regimen, oxygenating, spa, sun-damaged, hydro-thermal, cosmetics, make-up, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, skin care products, moisturizer, sun spots, complexion, skin tone, free radical damage, instant face lift, antioxidants, scientific skincare, wrinkle reduction, sets, scent, clarifying, blemishes, detoxifying, age spots, sun protection, bruising, natural products, cellulite treatment, Eye Puffiness, eye brightener, skin care categories, beauty tips, treatment serum, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, mask, pore cleansing, pore minimizing, masque, treatment mask, body products, circulation, firming, multi-tasking skincare, parfum, holistic skin care, firming masks, masques, hyper pigmentation, discoloration, Eye products, cellulite reduction, body firming, essential oils, redness, t-zone, Dead Sea Minerals, instant gratification, Kerstin Florian, mood lifting, Kerstin Florian Uplifting Experience Kit, massage therapy, black pepper, ingredients, beauty ingredients, black mud, black currant, black orchid

Aromatherapy Associates gets an A+!

Lately, you've probably noticed how incredibly into aromatherapy I've been. I keep writing about it because I'm so impressed with it. I remember back when it was kind of poo-poo'd within the industry or at least within the population as...

Posted: Dec 08 2009, 08:55 PM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

Karen’s Top Ten Beauty Gifts for 2009 (plus a bonus Pick from 2008)!

Recently I’ve been getting a lot of questions and email requests for my picks for my favorite Holiday gifts. Everyone from what men should get their wives to a grand-daughter wanting to know what she should get her Grandma! So I’ve compiled a list of...

Posted: Nov 24 2009, 04:55 PM by Karen | with no comments

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Elizabeth Arden…My Royal Regimen! Part 3!

I told you I would reveal my incredible Elizabeth Arden regimen and here it is... Cleanser: Elizabeth Arden 2 in 1 Cleanser from the Basic Skincare Line . For those of you who know me…I like to find the best cleanser that doesn’t dry out my already dry...

Posted: Nov 23 2009, 10:06 PM by Karen | with no comments

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Elizabeth Arden! Part Two!

So today I said I’d chat about the individual lines within the superb Elizabeth Arden brand. I also mentioned I’d share with you my very own Elizabeth Arden products I use in my all inclusive Elizabeth Arden regimen! First a little about each of the lines...

Posted: Nov 20 2009, 11:30 PM by Karen | with no comments

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H2o Plus is a plus for us!

I rarely buy products because of their names or packaging. Well maybe I’m a slight sucker for packaging! LOL Especially if it’s perfume but that makes sense to me. After all perfume is often placed on dressers or bathroom counters for display and easy...

Posted: Oct 20 2009, 01:58 PM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

Filed under: Fragrance, Wrinkles, Eyelids, Sensitive Skin, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Blackheads, spa, night cream, sun-damaged, cosmetics, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, puffiness, men's skincare, skin care products, soap, complexion, clear skin, moisture, anti-oxidant, scientific skincare, makeover, make-over, hair, wrinkle reduction, collagen, H2O Plus Lemon Lust Shower and Bath Gel, body wash, scent, blemishes, pimples, scrubs, age spots, eyes, Skincare for Men, body lotion, body creams, hyaluronic acid, lip balm, H2O Plus Milk Shampoo, Eye Puffiness, eye brightener, skin care categories, beauty tips, skin repair, H2O Plus Sea Mineral Mud Mask, easy skincare, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, H2O Plus Mariel Eau de Parfum, pore cleansing, pore minimizing, treatment mask, large pores, body products, circulation, H2O Plus Marine Toner, multi-tasking skincare, aromatherapy, All Over Wash, Eye products, Great skincare deals, great deals, H2o Plus Eye Oasis Moisture Replenishment Treatment, H2o Plus Natural Spring Moisture Boosting Body Balm

Nuxe Paris = Natural Beauty!

Have any of you ever tried a product line called Nuxe Paris ? It’s an incredible natural beauty line for those of us who love a natural, youthful look. I like a clear, smooth and golden, bronzed complexion. I like my face to look clean and simple. I would...

Posted: Oct 01 2009, 07:07 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Fashion, Fragrance, Wrinkles, Lashes, Eyelashes, Acne, Sensitive Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Skincare Regimen, spa, sun-damaged, deep creases, deep wrinkles, cosmetics, make-up, skin care, anti-aging, skin care products, wrinkle filler, complexion, clear skin, skin tone, organic, brushes, antioxidants, makeover, make-over, wrinkle reduction, collagen, concealer, makeup application, concealor, makeup, lipstick, scent, blemishes, pimples, age spots, eyes, lip plumper, lip gloss, lip plumping, eyelash conditioner, lips, lip stain, natural products, lip balm, eye brightener, suntan, self tanning products, tanning kit, self tanners, skin care categories, beauty tips, mascara, long lashes, Self Tanning, pore minimizing, oil mattifiers, large pores, firming, multi-tasking skincare, great applicators, holistic skin care, aromatherapy, brightening skin products, hyperpigmentation, discoloration, plumper, Eye products, Nuxe, Bronzing Powder, flawless skin, essential oils, plant extracts, Nuxe Paris Multi-Usage Compact Bronzing Powder, Nuxe Touche' Prodigieuse, Nuxe Paris, LipFusion, LipFusion Infatuation, LashFusion

Bein' Smitten Lead Me to Bliss (eye cream) and Euphoria (Calvin Klein fragrance)!

I find it so funny how I’ve written so many times about how a break up from a relationship often kicks us into gear to get as gorgeous as we can. Whether it be make-up, skincare, hair and spa treatments or weight loss we seem to all agree that a break...

Posted: Aug 26 2009, 09:44 PM by Karen | with no comments

Prettiest Beauty Package Ever Delivered! Sampar, Kinerase, Elizabeth Arden Pretty, Cosmedicine, Bare Minerals!

About two years ago I lost 500 dollars. I was devastated because I thought that possibly somebody had stolen it when I had gone out on the bay to kayak with my friends. I had 5 brand new 100 dollar bills. I don’t know why I kept it instead of depositing...

Posted: Jul 09 2009, 08:25 PM by Karen | with 4 comment(s)

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Mojo Makeover! Get Your Sexy Self Back! Part Two.

So today we get to explore day two of our Mojo Makeover. Number one is so simple… 1. Polish your toes, your skin and your lips. Paint your toes red! Always the best color for toenails in my opinion. When I get a professional pedicure I go with a French...

Posted: Jun 17 2009, 08:58 PM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

Filed under: Shopping, Dresses, Shoes, Online Shopping, Fragrance, Murad, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Exfoliation, Skincare Regimen, nails, sun-damaged, cosmetics, make-up, beauty, mineral makeup, skin care, anti-aging, sunscreen, skin care products, bronzer, skin tone, fresh breath, beauty tools, makeover, make-over, perfume, collagen, H2O Plus Lemon Lust Shower and Bath Gel, body wash, SpaRitual, makeup application, makeup, lipstick, Target, gorgeous hair, hair products, gifts, scent, scrubs, lip plumper, lip gloss, lip plumping, body cream, body lotion, nail polish, polish, lips, lip stain, lip balm, cellulite treatment, eye brightener, suntan, self tanning products, Dr. Michelle Copeland Sunless Tanning Bronzer, Fake Bake Body Polish, Fake Bake Sunless and Skinny, body polish, tanning kit, self tanners, skin care categories, beauty tips, Dr. Michelle Copeland’s Dental Whitener, easy skincare, Sensational Lips Duo, mojo series, Colorescience Lip Polish Wand, Murad Firming Bronzer spf 15, TJ Maxx, June Jacobs Mandarin Polishing Beads, Self Tanning, H2O Plus Mariel Eau de Parfum

Bath and Body Beauty Products With 5 Star Ratings!

Body Products with 5 Star Ratings! Here’s my list of the best of the best in body products! As you’ve read in my last couple of entries all this week I will be featuring my favorite top rated products from SkinStore.com. They are not only my faves but...

Posted: May 19 2009, 01:55 PM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

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Check it out Dad…Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for your Better Half!

It seems that Mom’s sometimes get ditched when it comes to Mother’s Day gifts. The child may be too young to buy or make a card and dad just doesn’t know what to give his wife. Well Dad, why not buy her something that will make her happy as well as you...

Posted: May 05 2009, 01:59 PM by Karen | with no comments

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