I’ve been ill all year, my doctor says it’s longterm Covid, meaning a flare up of an existing autoimmune disease has roared it’s ugly head. My body is achy, my muscles hurt and my hands and feet get swolled beyound recognition. I’ve been on steriods and am now on a protocol to get off ofContinue reading “Getting Healthy”
Category Archives: Health/Wellness
Health and Wellness
I haven’t been feeling well lately, too many issues to count. There are a few things I have control over at the moment and that’s what I choose to put into my body. I’ve been taking so many vitamins on an empty stomach for better absorption, that my body is starting to hate me. IContinue reading “Health and Wellness”
It’s All About The Skin
I’ve been obsessed with my skin lately. I’ve been using my Vichy Peptide Ampoules, my Medik8 Peptide Oil, and I recently bought Skinceuticals’ Glycolic Cleanser. I tried my new Jet Lag Mask by Summer Fridays last night and love it. My skin woke up glowing, hydrated and I swear firmer too. However, I splashed coldContinue reading “It’s All About The Skin”
The Beauty Roundup
It’s been months since I confess made a beauty purchase. I’ve been so wrapped up in adding clothing to my wardrobe that I forgot all about beauty. Since the world, meaning my corner of the world is getting ready to open up more, like having to start going back into the office on a part-timeContinue reading “The Beauty Roundup”
Detoxing and Eliminating Bloat
I haven’t tried this brand yet, but I went ahead and ordered the Detox Drops anyway. Chlorophyllin helps with glowing skin too, so I am excited because beauty does come from within. I am not going to get into the scientific aspects of this brand, but you can read here for more information. You areContinue reading “Detoxing and Eliminating Bloat”
New In Beauty Now
I love Jennifer Aniston. I met her once, during the first season of Friends. My first initial impression, before I knew who she was, I thought wow, that lady has great hair and I was jealous. But then we interacted and I realized who she was and I just loved her, always have been onContinue reading “New In Beauty Now”
Puckering Up
I’ve become enchanted with Kari Gran’s Lip Whip. I love the taste and smell of peppermint, and they’re organic, so when you’re eating, drinking or just licking your lips you’re not consuming toxins or other chemicals. I’m also into the packaging, each little pot reminds me of a little jewel. I have one in myContinue reading “Puckering Up”
Detoxing & Repairing Your Gut
Recently I’ve developed stomach issues, and more thrush in the mornings. I just haven’t been feeling well and finally went to see a specialist to try and get my body back on track. I have an autoimmune disease that is affecting my overall health. My doctor gave me a list of things I needed toContinue reading “Detoxing & Repairing Your Gut”
La Femme Mystique
Vaginal dryness is a sensitive topic, almost considered taboo. However it’s an issue a lot of women go through and finding the right products that help us embrace pro-aging is paramount. Before your thirties, the walls of our vagina stay lubricated with a thin layer of clear fluid. The estrogen in our bodies aids theContinue reading “La Femme Mystique”
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”
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”
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”
Haircare
I suffer from Alopecia areata . I had an outbreak 20 years ago and another slowly began and ended becoming worse while the pandemic was underway. The first time it was in several different patches around my scalp, and this second time it was all around my hair part. During the pandemic it was coming outContinue reading “Haircare”
Style Profile: Dr. Manuela Maria Vazquez of LaMaria
I first came across Dr. Manuela Maria Vazquez researching Menopause and found her approach refreshing and modern. Her philosophy is to embrace our bodies changes and to nourish our skin, even the most delicate part of ourselves. I never heard the term “Pro-aging” before, normally it’s always “Anti-aging” her brand is a new concept inContinue reading “Style Profile: Dr. Manuela Maria Vazquez of LaMaria”
Run Around Chic 