Beauty news flash: “oil free” is on its way out. What’s been long feared as a pore clogger and pimple trigger is now being slathered on, soaked up and raved about for surprisingly opposite effects. Oil hasn’t always been considered the bad guy. In fact, women throughout history have relied on it to soften skin and smooth hair—long before little bottles of the stuff conveniently started showing up on store shelves.
You know the old adage, “nobody’s perfect”? It’s true, especially when it comes to skin. Between blemishes, dark circles, sun spots and scars, we all have flaws. Some of us are just better at hiding them!
So what’s the secret to covering up those unsightly marks? Concealer, of course.
Q: There are so many new skincare products and treatments available now. Do I need to ditch what I’ve been doing all my life for newer, better options?
MyChelle Dermaceuticals licensed esthetician Catie Wiggy responds:
It’s time we get back to the basics! With tighten this and brighten that, lift here and smooth there, we can get lost in what we really need to do for our skin. Everywhere we look there are new products screaming out at us that they will fix all of our skin issues. The truth is, there are actually some classic products and tricks that can keep your skin looking gorgeous at every stage of life.
Who doesn’t love a mani-pedi every now and then, or maybe even a facial or massage? Once you become a mom, though, expensive spa sessions often become a distant memory. Who has time for “me” time when what you really need is to catch up on sleep! And even if you’re one of the few, enviably well-rested mamas out there, you might not have so much disposable income to spend on these kinds of indulgences, what with diapers, baby food and college savings account contributions draining your funds.
By the end of the day, your bed starts to look like a mini paradise waiting for you at the end of the hall. But before you can cozy in, there are still a few things you need to do. Lock the doors, switch off the lights and—oh yeah—get that stiffened mascara, smudged eyeliner and smeared foundation off your face.
Q: Do lips age along with the rest of the skin? What products are helpful to use?
MyChelle Dermaceuticals licensed esthetician Catie Wiggy responds:
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but, absolutely–lips age. And what you put on them is just as important as what you put into your mouth. Every time you apply a lip product with less than healthful ingredients, you’re ingesting toxic chemicals, fillers and dyes.
Shampoos and serums and makeup remover, colorful polish and skin that feels smoother / nothing is better than beauty in spring / these are a few of my favorite things!
The temperatures are rising, the sun is shining, and lately I’ve been thinking about all my favorite beauty products for spring! So I thought now would be the perfect time to share them with you…
