In between my “addiction to essential oils” and my obsession with learning more about the microbiome, I have been enjoying the company of my long-lost buddy, Mr. Sun! He often only visits upstate NY for “quality time” for less than half a year, so I’ve been getting outdoors more often to bond with him!...
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The Three Ways NOT to Deal with Our Chemical-Soup Toxic World (And Better Approaches, of Course)
Learning about the health dangers associated with everyday household and personal care products can be shocking! In this post, you’ll learn what NOT to do with this information overload. You will also be provided with the resources needed for making safe, nontoxic choices in home and beauty care in order to protect you...
Spring Cleaning for Your Face
What is the one part of the body that is exposed most all the time? That's right, our faces. The skin on the face takes the most wear and tear from the elements as well as from our emotions....
Are Eyelash Extensions Safe?
An Eye Opening Exposé from An Experienced Eyelash Extensionist So, you are thinking about having eye lash extensions applied; or maybe you already have them. You're wondering if eyelash extensions could damage your natural eye lashes. You've heard the...
Try A Little Tea Tree
There's no doubt tea tree oil has become increasingly popular in beauty products all over the world. Consumers can find it in shampoos, conditioners, ointments, cleansers and even moisturizers. So, what is it about this wonder ingredient that's making it...
Skin Care Ingredients: Grab Some Grape Seed!
Like many women in their late twenties, I have found myself becoming more interested in being healthy and learning how to take good care of myself. With this in mind (and taking Reisa's advice!), I am cultivating the habit of...
Hyper-pigmentation, Acne Scarring and Sun Damage? Get Answers Now!
Like me, as the seasons change, you may notice changes in your skin's tone and pigmentation. More often than not, when my golden tan from summer fades, I notice certain spots on my skin that stick around. What's up with...
Unhealthy Lash Extensions: How to Avoid a Sticky Mess
With proper application, lash extensions are a wonderful, natural looking, affordable and easy to-wear addition to your life; however when applied improperly or with low grade materials, they can create big, painful problems. Want to know how to avoid...
For the Love of Chocolate! (can’t get enough of it)
Why Do Women Crave Chocolate?Chocolate lovers unite! An update on the power of chocolate is here! More studies are coming together to support this previously tagged "villain of indulgence" into a healthy supplement recommended by various professionals! Could it be...
Beware the Tools that Curl!
Yes, that innocuous and popular crimping tool, the eyelash curler, can be dangerous to your lashes. As a New York State Licensed Aesthetician, I have been applying lash extensions for women in Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa and the surrounding...