Everyone that knows me, knows how much I am into skincare, but what people don’t realize is that I love, love makeup. Especially a good foundation. I like my foundations to have minimal coverage, and that the outcome result is to just look polished, not artificial. Foundation isn’t meant to conceal imperfect skin, but toContinue reading “Foundation Rotation”
Author Archives: Anita Rivas
Mental Health Audio Book Recommendations
We all have days when we are more engaged in our own minds, and being alone in your thoughts for too long is not healthy. Here are the audio books that I listen to when I need to be pulled out of my own mind. These audio books are calming, soothing and they explain aContinue reading “Mental Health Audio Book Recommendations”
Style Profile: Erika Madariaga, Personal Coach, And Founder of Botanical Rituals
I stumbled upon Botanical Rituals by accident, or did I? I instantly felt a connection and reached out to Erika about featuring some of her jewelry on my blog. I then went ahead and signed up for the complimentary Comeback Queen Strategy Call. Although the coaching session is out of my budget at the moment,Continue reading “Style Profile: Erika Madariaga, Personal Coach, And Founder of Botanical Rituals”
The Necklace of the Moment
The Choker Collar is the necklace of the season, there are so many versions of it that you will be able to find one that suits your budget. I fell-in love immediately and found a gold-filled wire version on Etsy. It’s supposed to arrive tomorrow and I am super excited because it’s coming to MauiContinue reading “The Necklace of the Moment”
Black N’ White Summer
I love wearing white, there was a time in my life that I could wear white without getting dirty. Now it’s basically white dress shirts or a white Mexican Peasant blouse. But let’s be honest, I do wear a lot of black. My mother used to get exasperated with me because I was either inContinue reading “Black N’ White Summer”
Beauty News Alert
I just watched the Instagram ITV between the Queen of Beauty, Jean Godfrey-June and Jenna Lyons and they convinced me to invest in the most natural looking lashes. LoveSeen is Jenna Lyson’s new project, she partnered with makeup artist Troi Ollivierre to create the most flattering false eyelashes and I can’t wait to try them. BeautyContinue reading “Beauty News Alert”
Facelifts in Bottles & Jars
I look in the mirror and I know age has finally caught up with me. I had to face reality, I will never have twenty-year-old skin again. However I did take care of my skin, I was a little lazy about it during the pandemic. Now I go through phases where I start with aContinue reading “Facelifts in Bottles & Jars”
Pedicure Season
It’s that time of the year again when hibernation is officially over. To get the energy to go out and sit in a chair for an hour, but we know we will feel better about ourselves afterwards. I know I always do after I have my hair dyed and get a mani-pedi. My pedicure isContinue reading “Pedicure Season”
Treasures from the Sea
Don’t you just look at these beauties and wished you lived near the Sea permanently? I know that I am longing to walk along the beach, sleeping to the the sounds of the ocean waves crashing…..wearing a summer black dress and wistfully wishing for summer vacation to never end. The designs by Sara Beltran captureContinue reading “Treasures from the Sea”
Summer in Paris
Parisians know how to deal with the hot summer months, here in San Francisco everyone freaks out, most houses and buildings don’t have air conditioning. The similarities between big cities in the US and those across the pond are that we will be wearing dresses, sandals, big dress shirts and applying lot’s of sunscreen. ThereContinue reading “Summer in Paris”
Intentional Jewelry
Lately I’ve been focused on Health and wellness. Part of that journey is wearing intentional jewelry that helps me focus on meditating and remembering to think positive thoughts. They say that you can change your overall health and wellness by changing how you think. Here are just a few necklaces that have caught my eye,Continue reading “Intentional Jewelry”
Style Profile: Stephanie Duttenhaver Co-Founder of Sapelo Skin Care
Have you ever wondered why a Georgia Peach had Magnolia skin? I did and then I came across Stephanie Duttenhaver and it all made sense. She’s a Georgia Peach and you guessed it with Magnolia skin. Stephanie is a grandmother that looks like anything but a grandmother. Stephanie along with her business partner Cindy EdwardsContinue reading “Style Profile: Stephanie Duttenhaver Co-Founder of Sapelo Skin Care”
Jewel Box
I fell in-love with Susana Vega’s MAURITA EARRINGS. I ordered my first pair today and plan to eventually acquire the necklace, the brooch and more earrings. The collection reminds me of the Mexican beaded necklaces and earrings, only these are glass beads, in modern shapes and designs. The color combinations and artistry are divine. I planContinue reading “Jewel Box”
The Pleasure Principle
The pandemic has been going on for over a year, with the threat of a new variant arriving on our shores. Self-protection against the virus has made people skeptical about proceeding with adult relations. Instead of asking if someone has been tested for HIV, it’s going to be the new normal to ask to seeContinue reading “The Pleasure Principle”
Manuka Honey
Manuka Honey is a natural ingredient that aids the skin in clearing up and preventing acne. It’s also a great skin brightener, it helps diminish dark spots, wrinkles and laugh-lines. The skin’s appearance overall is dramatically improved when Manuka Honey is used in any skincare routine. Dead skin is sloughed away, and Manuka Honey actsContinue reading “Manuka Honey”
Run Around Chic 