Multi-use products have a big appeal, but for one reason or another they often seem to fall under the makeup category more often than not, or perhaps it’s a balm or moisturizer that works for the body and the face. Nothing too out of the ordinary, right? For this reason, I was intrigued when […]

This is the time of year when we start to crave warm, comforting foods that nourish our souls as much as our body. It’s no longer the time for ripe tomatoes or fresh corn, and those spring greens and asparagus appear only in our dreams. The season calls for heartier and grounding fare that can […]

I found the key to falling in love with bar soap—look for soaps that are handcrafted from rich, high quality botanical butters and oils. Your skin will feel comfortable, clean and moisturized—never stripped. Most conventional soaps are full of harsh surfactants and other ingredients that strip skin of the protective oils you naturally produce. This […]

It’s November, and self-care rituals are paramount at this time of year. As holidays approach and the season gets busy and hectic, it’s important to take moments for yourself to unwind and detox. If you’re already making excuses to yourself about why you don’t have time to indulge in a long, hot bath then you […]

No doubt about it, pumpkin and pumpkin seeds are a healthy dietary choice—but did you realize that pumpkin has incredible benefits when applied to the skin? I love to eat pumpkin seeds on salads and as a snack. They are rich in tryptophan, a mood-boosting amino acid that helps increase serotonin levels and contributes to […]

  When I ran into Munemi Imai and her team at A Night For Green Beauty, I got a glimpse of the true passion MUN has for clean, nutritious skincare and high quality botanical oils. They told me about the new products that they were working on, and it was all too exciting to keep to […]

  Zoe Organics is a family friendly line of skincare products with a special emphasis on caring for moms and babies. The products are so gentle and effective, and though the line is my go-to when shopping for new moms, I have my own stash of Zoe products that I can’t live without—especially during the […]

  Makeup can be transformative, but if you don’t exactly know what you’re doing then creating a sophisticated makeup look like the smoky eye can go wrong quite quickly. The first time I ever attempted this now classic technique, the effect was more of a dramatic black eye rather than the soft, sultry vibe I […]

  From the colors in her palette to the jewel box packaging and chic refillable compacts, Kjaer Weis has a fresh modern style that has helped organic makeup shake it’s crunchy, granola past and earn it’s place in the pages of Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar and more—all without compromising on ingredient safety, quality or performance. […]

  Get ready to kiss any remaining conventional makeup products in your kit goodbye. With gorgeous, reusable packaging and formulas that really perform, Kjaer Weis will quickly become one of your go-to makeup brands for everything from daily wear to maximum glamour. The founder, Danish-born and New York-based makeup artist Kirsten Kjaer Weis, wanted to […]