January is Personal Self-Defense Awareness Month, and I was invited to attend a self-defense class given by Thrive Causemetics at their offices in Los Angeles. We enjoyed a lovely lunch, got to try some of Thrive’s newest Sheer Strength™ Lip Plumping peptide gloss and hydrating lip tints, and were given tips on how to defend ourselves if we are accosted. The company works … [Read more...]
How Minimal Makeup Can Make You Look Younger Over 60
Older women tend to want to cover their flaws, but too much makeup can make them look older rather than younger. I'm a big fan of minimalism when it comes to wearing makeup. I believe it is better to wear only what you need and instead focus on skincare. There is nothing wrong with being proud of your wrinkles and the wisdom that came with earning them. Less is … [Read more...]
How to Read a Skin Care Product Label to See if it is Safe
Between those long, hard-to-pronounce words and the wide variety of ingredients out there, it’s no wonder why so many of us struggle to choose skin care products that are suitable for our complexion. Wouldn’t it be great if reading your skin care product label wasn't so hard? It is worth the time to read a product label and understand it if you want to maintain a clean and … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Bring Back That Youthful Glow to Your Mature Skin
Walk into any department store or major retailer and you’ll find dozens of skincare creams for sale, all promising more youthful skin. Most of the creams are expensive, but are they worth the money? If you take a closer look at the skincare ingredients, you’ll find most of the products are nothing more than a basic moisturizer in a stylish bottle, backed by a catchy marketing … [Read more...]
Pro-Aging Beauty Secrets for Women of a Certain Age
You can choose to stay young at heart or grow old. It's all a mindset. But if you'd love to appear more youthful and attractive as you age, here are a few pro-aging beauty secrets that are easy to implement and will help boost your confidence. Wear age appropriate makeup About every ten years or so, you should assess your makeup style for your ever-changing skin to … [Read more...]
