Author Archives: Henna

Sisley Eau du Soir

I’m wearing Sisley’s Eau du Soir these days and it is perfect for these winter days.  I know wintery fragrances tend to be warm and cozy, but I like something that reflects the weather and I’m always gravitating to something … Continue reading

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Pai Instant Kalmer

Here’s a brand new product from Pai Skincare: the Pai Instant Kalmer ceramide serum. I love this to calm and revive dry skin. It’s not a serum with “actives” in it but it’s still a problem-solver in its own way. … Continue reading

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New From Australia: Alya Skincare

I know there are bigger things happening in the world but a rose-scented face lotion is alleviating some tension. This is the Alya Skin Australian Native Berries Moisturizer and it’s nice and light. I really think that it would be … Continue reading

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Vichy Normaderm Anti-Acne Lotion Review

When it’s this used up, it’s a winner. You’re looking at Vichy Normaderm Double Action Anti-Acne lotion which is so light that I use it as a serum. And if you have normal-dry skin, you’ll want something more moisturizing on … Continue reading

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Essence False Lash Mascara Volume Formula Demo Video

I love Essence mascaras because they are $4.99 at the drugstore and so you can afford to replace them regularly. They’re not all equal though and I thought I would try this one – normally I use the Lash Princess … Continue reading

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Revive Skincare

For years I’ve been using AHA’s and BHA’s as part of my beauty routine. They are the only ingredients that helped rid me of the occasional breakout and faded my acne scars. I was aided in the fact that products … Continue reading

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Giada at Home

I rarely share tidbits about my offline life here on the blog (except when it relates to my makeup routine) but I’ll share this: I recently moved and ended a few months of topsy turvy living. I had been packing … Continue reading

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Soapbox Tea Tree Scalp Treatment

Another Soapbox product that I’ve been trying out: this is a scalp detox treatment meant to be used pre-washing to help remove build-up. It has tea-tree oil in it which is a natural antibacterial agent. I love taking care of … Continue reading

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Shu Uemura Art of Hair Muroto Volume

Amplifying Shampoo The Amplifying Shampoo does basically what it says it’s going to do, which is give you squeaky clean hair without stripping your hair or weighing it down. I love that it lathers to a micro foam-like texture instead … Continue reading

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Lise Watier Diamond Dreams Collection

Check out this beautiful collection from Lise Watier!  The packaging is beautiful and the texture of all the powders is super buttery. I really love the lip gloss because it’s so beautiful and moisturizing but not sticky at all.  It … Continue reading

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