When in Florence: Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella

When in Florence: Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella

Founded in the early 1200's next to the piazza Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy is one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, never mind Europe.  As I ventured on a tour of Florence last week with my family, the guide pointed it out as we passed as if it were just a landmark.  I made it my mission to go back as soon as possible.  The Officina Profumo – Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella was much more than I could have ever dreamed of!  Here's the scoop.

5 New Makeup Brushes

There's (almost) nothing better than receiving new makeup brushes.  Because let's be honest, you never really wash those things anyway.  The newest beauty tools to hit our desk are far from ordinary.  From foundation to CC cream and even lipstick, here are the hottest new makeup brushes on the market and a thousand reasons why you need them. 

Apothecary Finds from Around the World

C.O. Bigelow is the oldest apothecary in the US and just happens to be one of my favorite places to browse in NYC.  Founded in 1883, the pharmacy moved once in the early 1900's right next door to their original location.  The tiles on the floor, lighting and columns are all original and so many of the products sold are unique in that they're niche brands from all over the world.  Last week I did a little shopping and here are some of my favorite finds.