Beauty

For those who live in the northern areas, it’s well known that layering is necessary when spring and fall roll around. These seasons are lovingly called onion seasons, when temperatures can change throughout the day. For others, we simply love the look of layers and how, when done well, it can bring instant interest to our daily outfits…

As a biochemist and herbalist, I’ve spent years studying how skin ages. What surprises many people is that some of the changes we blame on getting older are actually the result of decades spent enjoying the outdoors, and that standard skincare advice rarely addresses this distinction…

Have you ever done your makeup, stepped back from the mirror, and realized you actually look more tired than you did before you started? As a 60-year-old celebrity makeup artist, I see this all the time. Women over 50 often come to me frustrated that their under-eye concealer looks heavy, cakey…

Mark Twain once said, “Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society.” My wardrobe has led me to happiness and achievement. However, my early attraction to dressing differently sometimes got me in trouble…

Have you ever caught your reflection and thought,”When did my skin become so dry?” If so, you’re not imagining it – and you’re certainly not alone. As women enter their 60s and move beyond this decade, their skin naturally changes. Years of hormonal shifts, sun exposure, and the normal aging process mean our skin…

In a world where hair is often considered a symbol of vitality and beauty, the experience of thinning hair can be disheartening. Whether caused by age, genetics, hormonal changes, or various environmental factors, thinning hair is a common concern that transcends gender and age boundaries…

Looking for a new pair of sandals? Sandals come in a variety of styles and materials and are worn for many different occasions. But one thing they should all have in common is that they need to be comfortable. From the beach flip-flop to the strappy cute sandals you wear out to dinner – you need to be cozy and feel stable in your sandals…

Even though I’ve done a boatload of videos focusing on makeup techniques for those of us with more mature skin, I’ve never specifically focused on a subject which is really crucial to creating a beautiful, flawless makeup look: the actual application techniques we use to apply that makeup. After all, we can have a fantastic […]

Your mom probably told you more than once to eat your vegetables, right? If your mom was like mine, she chopped and served fresh when she could. Our shelves along the basement steps were always stocked with canned green beans, corn, asparagus, peas and a few others that were…

Executive or casual, it’s always important to have your clothes fit your body type, lifestyle, and daily activities. Casual is fine for the home and daytime outings with friends, but a more business-type and professional look is required when we work…