Its almost summer (it feels like it here already) and in the South, that means hot temps and an excess of humidity. A shower is needed after running the smallest of errands. Luckily, theres an app a ...
My resolution this month is to not buy beauty products, and Ive spent the past couple of months trying to use up many of them. I thought Id share my Spring Cleaning methods in the hopes itll help you...
Hey girl, any advice to avoid flaking mascara? Will primer help that??By Allison It depends on the brand of mascara used, and usually cheaper brands do this. Ive found mascaras with fibers (LOre...
I will always love the beach--morning, noon, or night. But my favorite time of day is about 4:45 pm, when the crowds begin to disperse. They pack up their belongings, brush off the sand, and leave. I...
Do any of your beauty products have Vitamin E? Its one of my favorites because of its many benefits and uses. Its a great anti-aging resource, an anti-oxidant, is helpful in healing scars, and helps ...
Im headed to the beach until Monday--dont worry, Ive got posts all week! Even if Im not at the beach, Ill use a bronzer to fake that beach glow. Bronzer is designed to give certain areas of your...
So Ive got beach on the brain (I leave tomorrow!!), and was thinking about this banana strawberry swirl slushy I had once. Of course I decided to take that inspiration and transfer it to my nails. I ...
Love the look and feel of hair on the second day? Heres how to fake the look:T O O L S1.5 or 2 in curling iron (Im using the Babyliss Pro Tourmaline Ceramic Iron from flatironexperts.com)texturizin g ...
Im glad this week is over. Ive got a nasty sickness going on, but Ive gotta get better before leaving for the beach next week. Luckily, Ive got some beauty products to play with to cheer me up. Lets ...
Did the winter leave you with dry, dull hair? Dont worry--Ive got you covered. As always, I have something for just about everyone and every price range. Note: Im only offering instant-result product...
Having hair that grows fast is a blessing, and a curse, because I went grey exceedingly early in life. Combine that with not being able to get a hair appointment for a month (!!!), and Ive ...
Im sharing my absolute essentia l products--theyre cheap, easy to find, and multi-purpose. First up is concealer--its something we all have and I guarantee that after this post, youll n...
Im so excited to share with you a new hair care product Ive been obsessed with. And Im so glad to finally be able to share it! What is it? Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy....check it out:T...
Want a high pony with lots of volume? This post was originally an Ask Elle question, and I promised to elaborate on the directions. Its a classic hairstyle with a modern twist. Heres how to:T O O L S...
EDIT: I actually wrote this as a guest post for a blogger a few months ago, but she never used it...so Im sharing it now with you all. I hope you enjoy it and just pretend that its February, and...
For the past two years, Ive done a different resolution each month. Read past 12 Month Resolutions here.Aprils resolution: So for April, Im putting forth the effort, every day. While my job has ...
The lovely Maribel asked me for some ideas for summer outfits. Shes a mom on the go, doesnt want clothes that are crazy expensive, and petite, and I wanted her wardrobe to reflect that. Here are some...
When: April 27Where: DrivingWhy: Because home is nearly 5 hours awayHeard: Black, White and Blue by LadyhawkeBlack, White & Blue by Ladyhawke on GroovesharkWore:Im wearing a black Dolman sleeve s...
In yesterdays post, I asked what look you wanted to see today, and an eye look won by a landslide (dont worry--Im getting to every suggestion in future posts!). I decided to do a smokey eye using the...
pic & info via I admit--when I was first sent this Avanti wet-to-dry flat iron from FlatIronExperts.com, I was a little apprehensive. Would it really work? Would it damage m...
When I saw these caviar nails at Sephora, AND that they were TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS (note: writing out numbers makes it sound more dramatic), I knew I could make my own. And I did...for $5 (note: this m...
Have you ever been attacked by The Streak? Ah, yes, despite even the most careful application, self-tanning streaks can happen to us. Luckily, Ive got some tips I absolutely swear&n bsp...
When: April 20Where: Kroger, where I always run into Sharee from RHOAWhy: the gathering of items for my current smoothie kickHeard: Mint Car, The Cure...Im a big Cure fan! Mint Car by The Cure on Gro...
No-heat waves are great because they look natural. But they take forever to create...usually overnight! Waves with heat are great because they can be created quickly, but they usually look a little t...
I love to share Cheap Treats--things Im crazy about (usually beauty-related) that are fewer than $10! See past Cheap Treats here.Do you wear lipstick? Does it ...
Its time again for everyones favorite feature...WHICH MONTHLY BEAUTY SUBSCRIPTION WILL ELLE SEES LIKE BEST? What? You havent heard about this world famous game? Oh yes, read on:Lets start off with Bi...
When: April 13Where: blogiversary day!Why: because it was inexplicably col d. And its actually cold again here in Atl.Heard: Wild Flowers by Tom Petty on GroovesharkWildflowers, Tom Pet...
To wrap up Reader Request Week, I thought Id do a Q&A:Whats the one thing you would most like to accomplish in your life?By Heather When I was 18, I made a 30x30 list. I completed everything...
Im celebrating two years of blogging!! And I wanted to show my appreciation with a superfantasical giveaway with FOUR WINNERS! Here are the prizes:$50 Gift Card to SephoraorNYX Smokey Eye Kit:10 colo...
All week Im sharing posts that YOU, my wonderful readers, have requested.If you follow me on Twitter or Instagram, you got an early peep!Today is a requested affordable pink smokey eye for a readers ...
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