There are times you discover amazing things and this is one of the times that I wanted to share with you. As a busy mom, one of the things I often skip in my daily routine is makeup. If I’m just grocery shopping or bringing the kids to school or ballet, I didn’t want to […]
April 5, 2016
The Perfect Pouch For Your Purse
I am always looking for adorable little pouches and bags to stash my handbag must-haves and travel go-tos. While I adore Louis Vuitton cosmetic bags, and my Prada pouch, I found some trendy pouches that are perfect for adults, as they are for kids. Yes, technically they are for kids (and for kid snacks actually), […]
March 31, 2016
Clarins Launches New Colors and SkinCare for Spring 2016
Last week I got a chance to see the latest Clarins products on the market this spring and talk to Clarins experts on makeup tips and advice for us busy women. I also got to take home product samples to share my favorites with you. New Makeup Colors for Spring 2016 First is a […]
February 20, 2015
Sunscreen & Free Radicals Protection
With the blades of grass start peaking up from the ice and snow to reach the sun, and we humans start emerging from hibernation and joyously discarding winter layers in the process, we need to add a new layer, and that is sun protection. Clarins is launching a new formula innovation for its UV Plus […]
February 19, 2015
Color Me Pretty: Lip Balm for Spring
One of my favorite new makeup finds is from Clarins. Seriously, I’m hopelessly in love with Clarins’ new Instant Light Lip Balm Perfector for Spring 2015. It’s rich and creamy, so I feel like I’m putting on lip balm in addition to the color of a lipstick. Although, I wouldn’t really put this in the […]
February 18, 2015
Seeing Green: The Color Trend for Spring
The big beauty trend for spring is green and that is no exception, even in makeup. Clarins is on trend with their signature Garden Escape Eye Palette and Intense Green eyeliner. The Clarins Garden Escape Palette Eye Shadow has six shades ranging from white to pink, and taupe to green. Perfect for layering or blending, […]
February 11, 2015
Go Green With Your Makeup Routine
Makeup is a tricky business but there are some things you can do to go green with your makeup routine. You don’t have to have natural and organic for every thing in your beauty drawer, if your lifestyle and budget don’t allow for it. But sometimes it is nice to go green and organic where […]
February 10, 2015
Homemade Lip Balm and Lip Tint
It is amazing how easy it is to make your own lip balm. I’m surprised more people don’t do it at home. You know what the ingredients are and they make such lovely little gifts! So here is how you can make your own homemade lip balm. (Note the post does have affiliate links.) First, […]
February 9, 2015
Natracare Makeup Remover Wipes Review
When you take off your makeup at night, do you wonder what you put back on? If you use Make-up wipes, do you wonder if you are wiping more on to your skin than you are wiping off? Natracare Makeup Remover Wipes aim to keep it clean. You could be putting more chemicals on your […]
October 1, 2014
Revision Intellishade Tinted Moisturizer
I had to share a new find this week. It meets all my needs: makeup, moisturizer, and sunscreen…IN ONE! So you if avoid one of these because it is just too much work to layer it all on every day, then check out the Revision Skincare Intellishade®. It is anti-aging tinted moisturizer with SPF 45 […]
September 23, 2014
Chanel Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow
When I heard about a local Chanel makeup event, sponsored by Allure Magazine, at a local mall, it reminded me of my post-summer makeup rut. Now that it’s Fall, I’d love to spruce up my look for the new season! I want a new look, but not so glam that people ask me what is […]
Hi! I'm Charlene! I'm a Toy Expert, Creator, Media Personality, and a Mom. I love helping fellow families learn how to play, find the best educational games, or discover the best toys. My first job was in a toy store and I've been happily playing professionally in the toy industry for the past 10 years. So let's play together!
