Panties For Periods (Exclamation Point)

Panties For Periods (Exclamation Point)

Imagine if you never again had to purchase pads or tampons.  Imagine that all you needed were your panties to provide protection, and that getting them would be as easy as getting any pantie from online lingerie boutiques.  A company called THINX is revolutionizing that time of the month with an innovative concept – panties for periods!  It sounds too good to be true.  But this is real and according to the many raves and reviews, it really works! (more…)

Just How Natural Is Natural – Are You Being “Greenwashed”?

Just How Natural Is Natural – Are You Being “Greenwashed”?

Natural beauty products are one of the biggest trends in beauty. Many beauty brands are now labeling their products with the buzz words “paraben-free” and “all-natural” to get your attention. But the word “natural” doesn’t necessarily mean what you think it means when it comes to cosmetics. Learn how to avoid being misled by labels and becoming “greenwashed” with these consumer tips. (more…)

Temporary Tattoo Damage Control

Temporary Tattoo Damage Control

Temporary tattoos have become a trendy beauty accessory for young women.  However, there is a particular type of temporary tattoo that will cause some damage control on the skin.  The culprit is black henna.  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the British Skin Foundation (BSF) have both issued warnings against the use of black henna tattoos.  With the holidays fast approaching, heed this warning if you plan on using temporary body decals as part of your Halloween costume or other holiday fashions. (more…)

The Healthy Hair Flat Iron

The Healthy Hair Flat Iron

QT Performance Advanced Tourmaline Ceramic Wet to Dry Flat IronHair styling has now reached a new frontier! It is now possible to style your hair using heat without the damaging effects, besides using a wig from http://www.charle.com, of course. Technology has met hair styling with new innovations such as the QT Performance Wet to Dry Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron. This advanced technology flat iron is a must-have for anyone who uses a flat iron on a regular basis.

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What’s in Ms Toi’s Purse?

What’s in Ms Toi’s Purse?

I have to admit that although I love makeup and beauty products, I am not a “girlie” girl.  When it comes to the items in my purse – they are all strictly for utility.

I prefer to keep things simple and carry only the things that I need throughout the day.  I dumped my purse to give everyone a peek at my must-have items for my busy days.

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The Best Drinking Water For Beauty

The Best Drinking Water For Beauty

There is nothing new about the fact that drinking plenty of water is essential for a beautiful complexion and a healthy body.  But you may have noticed that there is a new brand of water on the market every time you go grocery shopping.    From distilled water to mineral water to vitamin-enhanced water; do you know what qualities you needin your tall drink of water? (more…)

Nature’s Sun Protection

Nature’s Sun Protection

Proper sun protection is an essential part of our daily beauty regimen. But choose your sunscreen wisely. Most sunscreens on the market contain ingredients that can have adverse effects on your health. These ingredients can penetrate the skin barrier in relatively large amounts, and therefore, have side effects that are more than skin-deep. (more…)

Upgrade Your Mineral Makeup

Upgrade Your Mineral Makeup

Did you know that all makeup can actually be considered mineral makeup?  The same mineral ingredients in mineral makeup are also found in traditional makeup. The difference is what mineral makeup does not contain.  This includes synthetic ingredients such as preservatives, parabens, mineral oil, dyes, and fragrance.  However, if you use mineral makeup, you may need a product upgrade for a reason that is more than skin-deep, this is the reason why I always recommend using makeup services like the ones offered by coronamicroblading.com, which are permanent and very healthy (more…)

Prime it Right with Tarte Clean Slate Face Primer

Prime it Right with Tarte Clean Slate Face Primer

Face primers are a beauty must-have for a fresh, long-lasting makeup look.  Primers are applied to create a thin layer over the skin that transform it into a smooth palette for a flawless makeup application. It is important, however, to avoid primers that contain synthetic ingredients that can clog pores and irritate skin.  Over a period of time, repeated use can turn skin into a problematic palette. (more…)