Style & Personal Care

Have you heard of tea tree oil? It has many benefits, for adults and children. I started using tea tree shampoo a few months ago on my kids and love it! One of the major benefits of tea tree shampoo is that head

The next time you have an extra lemon, consider using it for one of these great beauty tricks. Better yet...just go out and buy yourself a lemon to take advantage of one of its many benefits! Whiten your nails

I ran out of my normal facial cleanser night last night and had no more.  I decided to try Johnson's  baby shampoo  that I had a available as a  alternative to clean my face. It  worked&nbs

My teenage daughter came up with this tip. With two teenage girls and me in the house, there's a lot of shaving going on in our shower. I buy a big package of disposable women's razors at BJs for a pretty

As I have unfortunately learned recently, most people have no idea what to say when someone they care about is grieving. This is especially true if it was a tragic loss (young person, freak accident, murder, etc)

I'm REALLY upset to hear of the dangerous levels of lead found in handbags, purses and clutches made of man-made material by companies I trusted.  Please see the settlement in the link I've posted http://www.ceh

Peals or microdermabrasion damages the skin, and over time the skin will get thinner and weaker, or develop scar tissue. Ex-foliation is important and the key is to keep it gentle. Ground almonds are soft but

I use both of these recipes and the honey can also be used on a wound to keep out bacteria.  I have't bought skin care products for 10 years.  Instead I use what I have in my pantry. Honey

I have been making my own shampoo for nearly 10 years now.  I also make it for friends and family.  Here it is: 1 cup of fresh rosemary (not dried) 2 cups of distilled water (not tap) the water has

Save money these days by seeing what is already in your closet and how you can make it work again. This article gives many wonderful ideas for revamping your old clothes and jewelry into new and exciting pieces

You know those sunscreen sticks to use for your face?  My 3 1/2 year old daughter decided to use it all over her hair and it was gross.  With it's waterproof, waxy substance, her hair looked greasy

Ever wonder how European women age gracefully? If you're an older mother like me where you grew up in the bell bottom retro 1970's but admired women like Sophia Lauren, Catherine Deneuve and other

This may come as a big surprise to you, since the government seems to regulate about everything - however, they don't regulate the personal health care industry at all.  What that means us, consumers

Want to look like a celebrity? You too can have the latest looks in fashion and makeup. Learn how to create a smoky eye with the right techniques and products. It’s really not that hard to do. Many times

I found this great website to shop for handbags. Their product line is really stylish, yet inexpensive. BagHaus is a helpful place if you are shopping for a gift. I found some handbags under $20. Be sure and check

If you have kids, you are probably part of a club that you never signed up for...the stretch mark club! I know I'm a card carrying member and no matter what I do, I can't seem to relinquish my membership

We all know that babies have sensitive skin and that it must be protected from the sun. However, our skin also has the amazing ability to absorb anything that we put on it. Unfortunately, some ingredients in traditional

Here is a list of some creative ways to avoid the winter blues, as winter seems to drag on and on and on in this part of the world. For example, " Fall in love with tuna fish sandwiches all over again. The

I'm not one to raise alarm about little things - but it is a fact that the personal care industry is not regulated by any agency. What that means is that manufacturers can put anything they want into shampoo

Did you know that just one or two sunburns as a child causes a huge increase in the possibility of developing skin cancer later in life?  Of course, anyone who lives in a climate that is gray and cloudy for

To many kids, brushing their teeth seems an awful lot like a chore. Since kids, at least my kids, don't like chores - getting them to brush their teeth can sometimes be a bit of a chore....for me! Here are

At a routine trip to my dentist, I found out that we don't have fluoride in our drinking water in Hawaii. Strangely enough, with all our moving across the ocean and whatnot, whether or not my kids were getting

Most parents are extremely picky about what they put on their baby's skin, as they should be! Natural baby lotion, those that use natural ingredients and provide full-dislosure on everything that's in their

My kids love bubble baths, the problem is that one of them is prone to bladder infections and her frequent bubble bath habit was causing serious problems and lots of trips to her pediatrician.  Thankfully

I recently learned from my hair stylist that hairspray can be sprayed on your hair before using a flat iron rather than using a special heat protection product.  I tried hairspray and it worked very well. 

What could be better than a cup of hot chocolate on a snowy day?  And what if that delicious cup also makes you look your best?  It sounds too good to be true, but chocolate can make your skin look

Did you know that eating certain foods can help you to look younger? I came across this great article on MSN.com that I just had to share with you. For example, did you know that yams have a natural estrogen that

Why buy expensive bath time toys, when you have all the ingredients you need at home.  This is a recipe for bathtub finger paints: 1/3 c clear, mild dish detergent 1 T cornstarch Food coloring Mix detergent

I was getting ready after my workout today and this woman asked me why I had a jar of coconut oil in the locker room.  It doesn't even strike me as weird anymore because I have been using coconut oil for

I have slowly been trying to switch over all my personal care items to ones that are more friendly to me and the planet.  As I use something up, I replace it with something friendlier.  But I was overwhelmed

My friend picked me up for our daily walk this morning and she was wearing one of these cute skirts from Skirt Sports.  She looked adorable in it and she said she's so comfortable in them! Check them out

Did you know that green tea is a breath freshener?  If you're out with friends and you don't have your toothbrush, just order a cup of green tea.  Green tea deodorizes and cuts the production

I went to a craft fair here in Charlotte this weekend and saw some of the best handmade stuff!  One of my favorite items came from Zoe bags.  Zoe bags had some great purses in all shapes and sizes. 

From my money-saving ezine: Experiment with leftovers. I had a couple of random tubes of lipstick that I never used. One was too dark for me and one was too light. Instead of letting them sit there unused, I melted

            I had no idea until recently that Ashley Judd had her own clothing line.  I was so happy to see the stylish and comfortable tops, sweaters

Looking to indulge in some spa time at a discount, than look no further than the website prettycity.com.  Choose your city and at your fingertips are spas in your area that list treaments offered, prices, reviews

Even though I don't fancy t-shirts all too often, I got a kick out of some of the t-shirt selections at Darling Mummy.  My favorite is this one and will buy it soon.  Check them out at Darling Mummy

This is a must website for every mom! It is full of beauty tips, product reviews, how-tos and quick tips, and much more. You can also request free samples, participate in contests, blogs, and message boards. My

I love this article on how to soften harsh beauty products. There are great ideas for extending the life of your products, saving money and making your products gentle enough for sensitive skin. I never would have

This is a Good Housekeeping article, but I found it on WebMd.com, which makes me feel that the tips provided are doctor-approved, and therefore better. Am I naive? Anyway, the article talks about not shaving or

Check out these fabulous Scrabble Tile Pendants at Presentbydesign.  These beautiful pieces use reclaimed tile pieces from my favorite game, Scrabble.  I just adore the 'junk boat' tile and the

I forgot to pack a belt while travelling but I had a pair of plain black leggings.  I got creative and took the leggings, straightened it out and wrapped it around my waist making sure that the bottoms of

An entire drawer in my bureau is brimming with sunglasses. The same reason I have different sizes of shoes. One of the many costs of pregnancy. Why? For mothers-to-be who undergo many physical changes, body parts

If you run out of super glue just use nail glue, the kind you use to apply artificial nails/tips.  Work great and I recently used it when I realized I did not have any super glue and I had to fix my daughter's

I love the look of polished nails but I hate the bottle and brush combination since the bottle can sometimes tip over by accident.  Plus I think there is a need for nail polish that was more compact and travel

It's finally time to put away the winter clothes. Here is a nice, quick article with some tips on how to store your leather boots so they look just as good when you take them out next autumn (ugh!). For example

I really like Sara Snow, green correspondant on CNN - she has a great video segment about green and fair trade cosmetics.  Did you know that 60% of what you put on your skin goes directly into your body? 

This online clothes store has cool merchandise including many exclusive, hard-to-find items. I find this store unique because their inventory changes frequently to keep up with fashion trends. The store originated

Looking for a quick fix for fine lines and wrinkles?  I am always on the lookout for new products that will help slow down the appearance of aging.  There are zillions of products out there that

This year, we intend to go to Boston for the 4th of July!  I usually get patriotic tshirts and skorts at Target, but I found the coolest hairclips by Gals With Girls!  Check out this bow! It's going