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What I Want Now: Colorful Cardigans
As I got dressed for work this morning, I realized that basically all of my cardigans are neutral colors: greys, blacks, navy blue…all more or less dark colors. While a classic grey cardi can rarely steer you in the wrong direction, I desperately craved for a canary yellow, a pumpkin orange, or even a fiery fuscia to brighten up my work wardrobe. How do you like to add a punch of color to your 9-to-5 mix?
2. Netaporter.com: Marc by Marc Jacob Ainslie silk-knit cardi, $200
3. Forever21: Ruched Poket Dolman Cardi, $19.80
4. Free People: Rockin Rugby Cardi, $72.30
5. YesStyle.com: Justyle Contrast Trim Epaulet Cardi, $69
6. Forever21: V-Neck Striped Cardi, $14.50
Timesaver: Qtica Half Time Polish Drying Accelerator
Sometimes it seems like it takes FOREVER for freshly painted nails to dry. One day after carefully not touching a thing for at least an hour I thought I was in the clear but man I was so wrong – practically every nail was ruined. Talk about a bummer. Then one day a friend recommended Qtica’s Half Time Polish Drying Accelerator ($22). This product truly works and is worth every penny. In less than 10 minutes your nails will be completely dry!! No more walking around with your hands sprawled about looking like a mix between Frankenstein and an alien…Or maybe that’s just me.
Get Your Legs Ready for the Spring/Summer
One of the downers of living in the northeast is the reality that practically half of the year is chilly/cold. You really have no choice but to cover and bundle up from October – March. Sure, we’ve had our “teasers” when the sun shines thru and the temperatures rise to the 70s…only to be brought back to reality the next day when temperatures resume to the 30s and 40s. If you’re like me, your legs have been covered for months and cannot wait to breathe. Well ladies, check your forecast because it’s supposed to be nice this weekend – that’s right – in the 70s Friday, Saturday AND Sunday. Your legs won’t know what to do!! So to prep your legs for their seasonal debut, renew that wintry dry skin with Clinique’s “Sparkle Skin” Body Exfoliating Cream. And when you’re out on the town, show of those babies by enhancing your legs with Bobbi Brown’s Beach Body Oil, which leaves your skin not only soft but fully moisturized. Your legs will glow with excitement!!
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Nightcap: Avoiding the Puffy-Face
Ever wake up, look in the mirror, and just wanna scream??? Go running back to bed with a head dive to your pillow? Trust me, I’ve been there too. While some days I awaken fresh with a well-rested look, others I look down right scary. Lately I’ve been trying a few tactics to ensure that I can look myself in the mirror each morning and be okay with the image staring back.
1. As the old saying goes, DRINK PLENTY OF WATER
2. Use the right moisturizer at all times (even under makeup)
3. Limit your alcohol & sodium intake (Both cause water retention & puffiness)
4. Herbal preparations such as X-edema are good for prevention
5. Clean out your cream drawer (chances are some of your products are causing irritation)
6. Clean your pores with a light yet effective face wash
7. Sleep on elevated pillows
8. Avoid sleeping on your stomach (this is a challenge for me)
The Next Morning:
1. Wash your face in COLD water (I sometimes put a wash cloth in the fridge)
2. Apply a light eye cream
3. Once a week apply a face mask (Try something soothing like a mixture of papaya & honey)
Within about a week you should start to see and feel changes. So cheers to a happier, less puffier, you!!
