Welcome to Bridal Beauty Week

Welcome to Bridal Beauty Week

Welcome to wedding week!  'Tis the season for engagements, showers, bachelorettes and weddings.  Whether you're a bride-to-be or know someone getting married, I thought I'd share some beauty advice.  Joe and I got married in June of 2014 (already coming up on three years!) and I had my pre-wedding day beauty regimen down to a science.  This week, I'll be sharing my bridal beauty countdown posts explaining what to do at 1 year, 6 months, 3 months and 1 month in order to look your absolute best on your big day.  To start, here's a piece I wrote for PopSugar on "How to Find Your Wedding Day Glam Squad."  Enjoy!

My New Spring Look

My New Spring Look

Hair extensions are an addiction I just can't shake.  It's been years since I've had them in, but guess who fell off the wagon again?  Throughout my 10+ year career as a beauty writer, I've tried different brands and methods for adding some fullness (and occasional length) to my otherwise super fine hair – bonds, tape ins and clip ins.  At different points in my life, different methods have worked, but the one I keep returning to are Great Lengths tape ins.

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What to Know Before Getting an Ayurvedic Massage

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What to Know Before Getting an Ayurvedic Massage

This week in Miami, Joe and I were able to enjoy the Lapis Spa at the Fontainebleau for a few hours.  Typically, when we get spa treatments on vacation, we always opt for deep tissue couples massages.  This time however, something else caught my eye on the spa menu and I'm glad I tried it.  After all, it is part of my job!  With an open mind and spiritual interest, I tried an Ayurvedic massage called Abhyanga, which is an ancient Indian massage therapy that uses a combination of oils according to your Dosha type in order to unblock your chakras and relieve stress.  Dosha? Chakras?  Allow me to explain.  Here's everything you should know before trying an Ayurvedic massage.

7 Fresh Beauty Tips & Tricks

7 Fresh Beauty Tips & Tricks

Recently, I had the privilege of attending a makeup master class hosted by Colgate Optic White with Celebrity Makeup Artist, Mario Dedivanovic. Mario's most notable clientele includes Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry, Priyanka Chopra, Chrissy Teigan and Christina Aguilera to name a few.  Mario disclosed a few of his favorite makeup tips and demoed looks to mirror some of this year's Oscar faves. Inspired by the master class, here are some new beauty tips and tricks.

An Ode to Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

An Ode to Mario Badescu Drying Lotion

There's something to be said when I've had a staple in my medicine cabinet for about 10 years. That's right, despite the fact that I try and test everything (especially if it promises to get rid of pimples), I always revert back to this one product – Mario Badescu Drying Lotion.   I'm sure if you haven't already fallen in love with it yourself, you know someone who has.  As the brand celebrates 50 years in business, I felt it was proper to pay tribute to the one product I can't live without.

The Best Beauty Tip I Learned on Set this Week

The Best Beauty Tip I Learned on Set this Week

Last week I was out in LA shooting a campaign and was fortunate enough to have a glam squad that were not only talented, but also truly understood who I was and it was beyond refreshing. As soon as I walked into the trailer for hair and makeup, they both asked about my likes and dislikes and really listened in order to create my look.  For the record – likes include bangs, texture and clean makeup; dislikes are slick hair and anything pink on my face).  It was a fitness inspired shoot so a texturized pony and minimal makeup were brought to life and I couldn't have felt any more like myself, which is important when doing spokesperson work.

My Favorite Natural Skincare Right Now

My Favorite Natural Skincare Right Now

Lately, I've been attempting to clean up my skincare regimen (yes, again).  You know I'm all about using chemicals in my skincare, but I find that some all natural products are just as efficacious. You guys were excited the last time I covered my favorite natural beauty buys on NBC, so here's an update.

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