Winter is a season for face steaming. If you enjoy getting facials, you might have noticed the steam part of the process. Your aesthetician steams your face in order to open up the pores. Did you know that this is an old wellness practice shared by many cultures? The first time I encountered the face…
Category: Skincare
Travel Like a Pro: Foolproof Beauty Essentials
Taking flight into foreign lands means you need your best skincare at your side. My recent wellness getaway resulted in a red eye flight and exploration of three countries (Switzerland, Austria and Germany) in one week. How did my skin do? While I certainly experienced dryness on the flight, the problem was immediately remedied with…
10 Powerful Benefits of a Bath Soak
Water is tranquil! It is one of the most versatile and precious powers on Earth. Being near water, soaking in it, drinking it and treating it with respect, can result in many benefits. Enjoying a bath soak reminds us of its power. Whether you call it self-care, spa life, time-out or me time, bath soaks…
Switch To Green, 21 Best Clean Beauty Brands To Reach For Right Now
When I started my writing career in 2006, I had grand ideas of sharing my thoughts on fashion and beauty, but I knew I was meant to do more than that—I wanted to connect with like-minded individuals and be as transparent as possible, sharing kindness and motivation. It was about individuality, wellness, and design. Back…
Full Moon Beauty For Your Inner Moon Child
Do you own a telescope? Do you ask questions like: “Why are we here?”, “What possible mysterious can we find in the universe?” and “How can I get an even closer shot of the moon?”, then you might be a moon child. If you are drawn to the moon and its natural power then you…
NYFW Skincare, 8 Best Toxic-Free Face Oils To Keep You Glowing
Hello New York Fashion Week! Keeping your skin healthy while juggling a busy schedule can seem like a daunting task, but the trick to a youthful glow is to keep a powerful serum on hand. Here are our best picks for face oils we known work all day long and provide the kind of radiance…
12 Best Finds From The Indie Beauty Expo
“The biggest highlight for me when it comes to IBE and BeautyX is always getting a chance to meet these beauty entrepreneurs face to face. They are the driving force behind this industry and every decision we make at IBMG aims to support them. It is so important to connect with brand founders in person-…
Wedding Beauty: Everything I Learned From My Maid Of Honor Skincare Routine
It was a regular summer Friday in New York. My sister asked me to join her and her boyfriend at the Gramercy Park Hotel. He is a filmmaker and she said there is a video shoot happening in one of the suites. It just so happens that the Gramercy Park Hotel is one of my…
Delight The Senses With Mindful Skincare
Summertime beauty is an olfactory delight. Our receptors have been working overtime testing some of the most delightful scents in skincare and body products. We all have the ability to re-call a special scent from long ago, it is as if it’s etched in our memory. These finds can last way beyond the summer. Make…
5 Steps To Getting a Naturally Healthy Glow This Summer
Main Image: Liz Benn by John Rawlings Every summer I approach beauty with a new kind of fascination. Many think wintertime is the best time for adventurous beauty, but I believe summer is ideal for playing with your skincare and makeup. Whether it is trying on a brighter eyeshadow or daring to go completely makeup-free,…
Product Highlight: Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 1970 is the Stinkiest Product You’ll Never Give Up
There is a reason your favorite aestheticians and celebrities make a big stink about Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Exfoliants. Inserting one of their pungent exfoliants into your routine delivers consistent and glowing results. Since French skincare is known for its reliability, and this brand has been around for a long time, I had to try…
6 Best Ways To Protect Your Skin This Summer
Dr. Perlmutter says: “sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30 should be worn every day”. While this might not be breaking news, there are those who still neglect to follow this advice. The older I get the less time I spend in the sun. I find that the tan is not worth my precious skin….
