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When Spry Living Magazine asked me if myself and two A Girl’s Gotta Spa! bloggers would be interested in making over our moms, we didn’t hesitate to say yes. Myself, Ashley and Hillary all participated in Spry Living’s Take Year’s Off Your Looks Instantly (web and print) story and Making Over Mom with tips.

Each of our moms had challenges that prevented them from updating their look. My mom had hair loss/thinning hair, sagging skin, etc. all related to bariatric surgery she had two years ago. Ashley’s mom has nerve damage and a disability when it comes to the use of her arm. Hillary’s mom was nervous since losing all of her hair so long ago (but it has since grown back.)

From skin care to hair care to makeup, here’s the breakdown of the products used to transformed our moms.

Paula (my mom): Read more

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in anti-aging, beauty, blush, bronzer, brows, concealer, DIY Beauty, eye shadow, eyeliner, foundation, highlighter, lip gloss, lipstick, Makeup, makeup tips, mascara, Nail Polish, Primer, salon, skin care 1 Comment

Beauty at Any Age Tips from Mally Roncal

I may or may not admit that my sons and nieces may ask me if I am trying to look like a teenager again when it comes to the clothes I wear, my hairstyle or my makeup of choice. I can’t help it if I have a color blocking shirt that I wore in 12th grade that still fits me and totally fits in with this trend. Who cares if it’s 20 years old…it looks like I just bought it yesterday.

But I digress.

If you are inching closer to 40 like me, or just wonder in general about beauty for any age, here are 3 makeup tips from celebrity makeup artist and founder of Mally Beauty, Mally Roncal: Read more

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, blush, highlighter, lipstick, Makeup, makeup tips Leave a comment

CoverGirl Champagne Eye Enhancers Eye Shadow Review

I have been a long time fan of CoverGirl since the age of 13 when my mother started allowing me to wear makeup. (How old were you?)

You can get an incredible trendy look for just dollars. In fact, my must have secret weapon is CoverGirl’s Eye Enhancers in Champagne 710, which I happen to use as a highlighter. Never do I ever finish my makeup without applying highlighter. Read more

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Ashley Smith in beauty, eye shadow, highlighter, Makeup, makeup tips 1 Comment

Review: bareMinerals Remix January 2013 Collection

BareMinerals launches the new Remix Collection this month and to me it has a very 80′s vibe. That could be due to the blues in The Wild Thing eye shadow quad or the new Aqua Blast mascara! Oh goodness I remember blue mascara but not in a good way so I was quite skeptical at this turquoise looking tube. The entire collection 11-pc. collection is presented in limited edition aqua metallic packaging. Read more

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Cindy in beauty, blush, bronzer, eye shadow, highlighter, lipstick, Makeup, mascara Leave a comment

Buxom Divine Goddess Luminizer Review

“Bathe your complexion in an incandescent glow with this luxurious, lightweight cream luminizer for face and body. The sheer, shimmering finish is perfect for all skin tones, and the refreshing sensation will send you to cloud nine. Wear it alone, under, or over makeup to glow like a Divine Goddess.” Read more

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Cindy in beauty, highlighter, Makeup Leave a comment

theBalm Mary-Lou Manizer Review – Glow On!

This time of year more than ever, it’s all about the glow. Whether you choose a powder or liquid luminizer, you’ll want to sparkle (but not TOO much) for all those holiday parties and get -togethers. Enter theBalm’s Mary-Lou Manizer ($24). It’s a highlighter…no it’s an eye shadow…no it’s a candlelight glow in a pressed powder! Read more

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Cindy in beauty, highlighter, Makeup Leave a comment

bareMinerals Well Rested Face and Eye Brightener Review

bareMinerals Well Rested Face Powder is one of the most iconic makeup products in history and women have been raving about it for decades. Now it comes in a liquid form–bareMinerals Well Rested Face and Eye Brightener ($22). This is excellent news for us over 40 women who prefer a liquid that won’t settle into fine lines and wrinkles.

The two products are very different though. Well Rested Face and Eye Brightener is a lightweight luminizer for use under eyes in a new cream formulation. A few weeks ago I told you about the tinted version of this, Stroke Of Light. Well Rested is a pearly white shade with a brush applicator versus the Stroke of Light doe foot. It has light reflecting minerals to even and enhance skin tone while visibly minimizing fine lines and wrinkles. It is suppose to “instantly brighten and revive a lackluster complexion for a fresh-faced, youthful-looking glow.” Read more

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Cindy in beauty, concealer, highlighter, Makeup, makeup tips, mineral makeup 1 Comment

bareMinerals Stroke Of Light Eye Brightener – Turn Around Bright Eyes!

Feeling tired, stressed, worn out from lack of sleep? What modern day woman isn’t? I can’t give you back those precious few hours of sleep but I CAN tell you about a new product from bareMinerals that can! bareMinerals Stroke of Light Eye Brightener ($22) immediately perks up your eye area diffusing dark circles and giving the look of 8 hours of glorious sleep. Read more

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Cindy in beauty, highlighter, Makeup 2 Comments

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