Tag: style

Why Taking Risk Is Important If You Want to Change Your Life

The only constant in life is change, and all change brings risk. These are truths we all know, yet we still hesitate because of fear. I know I do sometimes. And that’s not a bad thing in itself. Fear helps us be more discerning with our choices. But allowing ourselves to be constantly limited by…


Mascara: Small Tubes, Big Results

Let’s face it: Most of us don’t have a lot of time to spend on our beauty routines. The products we use need to be fast and easy to apply, and must make a big impact. One thing I have learned in my 10-plus years as a makeup artist and beauty industry professional is that…


When Life Gives You Lemons …

Most of us are familiar with the dietary benefits of lemons, but did you know that this small citrus fruit is also good for skin and hair? Packed with antioxidants like vitamin C, fresh lemon juice can work miracles, from helping lighten dark spots to removing hair product buildup from your scalp. Lemons can be…


Home Fitness Luxury

As the popularity of home fitness products continues to rise, we’ve compiled a selection of luxurious equipment for you to consider, so that exercising can enhance your physical health while the brilliant designs nourish the soul. Four in five people in the United States own at least one home fitness device, according to a 2021…


The Art of Japanese Archery

You may never have considered trying traditional Japanese archery—kyudo—but it offers a profound form of exercise that combines physical activity with mental clarity. In 1948, a slender paperback, “Zen in the Art of Archery,” by German philosophy professor Eugen Herrigel, introduced Westerners, particularly Americans, to Zen Buddhism. This is not a book on meditation; it…


12 Ways to Simplify Your Life

Would you be willing to accept a reduction in pay if you could work fewer hours to spend more time with your family? It is a lovely thought, but how realistic is it? Working less usually means earning less — hardly an option for most people. But that doesn’t mean we cannot take small steps…


What Does Your Period Really Say About Your Skin? Menstrual Cycle, Cramps, and Our Skincare Routine

We love to talk all about acne, hyperpigmentation, and inflammation, but did you know that a lot of it might actually be related to… OUR PERIOD??? It’s kind of crazy to think just how important our menstrual cycle is, but how (potentially) little we know about how it affects our skin, mood, eating habits, sleeping…


Driveway Glamping: Get Away From It All, Without Leaving Home

As the price of fuel continues to head for the moon, driving the car, SUV, or RV to a faraway campground becomes less appealing. So don’t leave home—just get out of the house. Camping has always been a traditional pastime in the United States, but according to a recent study commissioned by the state of…


The Latest Gear to Make Your Next Run the Best Ever

Running or walking are ideal ways to stay fit or get back in shape, so we’ve selected several items that, in addition to the right shoes, help you get the most out of every outing. Laugh at the Rain and Snow (Courtesy of NordicTrack) NordicTrack Commercial 2450 $2,499 Devoted runners go out in the snow,…


Stylish Maternity Wear to Beat the Heat

Flaunt your baby bump in style this summer with wardrobe classics like comfy jumpsuits, breezy maxi dresses, and edgy bodycon dresses. Being pregnant may be the most wonderful thing that has ever happened to you, but that does not mean that it is always pleasant. There are the occasional aches and pains, exhaustion, random cravings,…