During the COVID lockdown, my hair turned half gray and I faced what many women do as they age: "Should I keep coloring my hair or let it go natural?" I contemplated it for a while because getting my hair dyed is not something I enjoy. I am inept at doing it myself without destroying the bathroom. Sitting in a hair salon waiting for the dye to take is torture for me, but … [Read more...]
Women-Owned Beauty/Fashion Brands You Must Try in 2026
Women’s History Month occurs every March, and it’s always a good time to think about women who have made a difference in the world. Some we remember from the past, and others are making big things happen today. As older women, we know how difficult it was for women to succeed when we were growing up in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Women couldn’t even own a credit card in their … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Wearing Sunglasses
Did you know that sunglasses were invented over 2,000 years ago? They have been traced back to the Inuit Eskimos native to Alaska, Greenland, Siberia, and other Arctic regions. As you can imagine, they protected those ancient residents from the sun's glare. The Inuit used walrus ivory, leather, or wood to create goggles that had small slits to look through. During the … [Read more...]
Experience Serenity With Japanese Skincare Products in 2026
I was given some impressive Japanese skincare products to try. What I loved is that they tend to use ingredients that come from nature, contain antioxidants, and are hydrating. Scents are often derived from organic sources such as Hinoki, a forest oil. It reduces inflammation and heals irritated skin. Embracing the philosophy of Kirei MyKirei by Kao offers a collection of … [Read more...]
How Can You NOT Feel Luxurious in a Silky Kimono? | Ulivary Kimonos
I’ve always loved the exotic allure of a Japanese-style Kimono. They can be worn as robes, as a jacket with pants or a skirt, as a dress, as lingerie, or as wedding attire. I was thrilled to receive a gorgeous blooming anemone kimono robe from Ulivary to try on and review. It comes in one size fits all (S to 2XL), which I like because I’m not exactly skinny. Each silk … [Read more...]