Splurge or Save? Getting the Most Bang for Your Beauty Buck

The beauty industry is an $11 billion a year business. If you want it, you can get it. Anything from hair care, to makeup to skin care, to nails….the list keeps going and going. And let’s talk marketing messages that are being lobbied your way on a daily basis. Are those $125 moisturizers enticing you to believe your wrinkles will be gone forever? Do you feel you absolutely HAVE to spend more money to look more fabulous? Or are drugstore items really as good as the high-end stuff? Guess what? The truth is, YES there are beauty products you should splurge on…and there are also quite a few you should save your money on.

Here is the ultimate guide on when to splurge and when to save.

Business Essentials – The Pencil Skirt

Fashion this spring is simply F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S! There is a silhouette and style for EVERY woman. It’s inspiring and women are saying bravo. The pencil skirt is a must have for sure. If you’re looking for something to turn heads, put this one on the list. The pencil skirt is sexy, flirty, fun. When you add the right undergarments, let’s call it spectacular! This is one item where flawless is a must have. Confidence is essential when wearing this item no matter your size.

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The Power of Pastels – Spring’s Hot Top Picks

The trend this season is all about the subtle tones and feminine beauty of pastel shades. This spring is feminine, but strong and multi solution oriented. You can take a blouse for work and upgrade in the evening for a total after five power statement. Let’s take a look at some of the top must have’s for the season:

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How to Look Fabulous in Your Photos

Do you dream of having your photo look amazing? Do you wish you could take a really fantastic shot – especially in a photo everyone is going to see (think about your profile picture or your photo on your business cards)? If so, here are a few quick and easy tip on how you can look amazing in EVERY photo!

Spa and Lounge Diva! New Trends in Lifestyle Apparel

Spring is just around the corner. It’s time to peel off the layers, plan a much needed getaway for a little rest and relaxation. The spa has become a favorite destination for most professional women. It’s a perfect oasis to let go of the daily grind. In addition, it’s the perfect environment to bring friends or even business associates for a bonding experience beyond the norm.

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Dress Like a Lady – The Shirtdress

The tailored shirt is a classic that never goes out of style.  The working wardrobe of many women has changed from the structured suit, to elegant and fluid fabrics.  The Shirtdress has become the new reinvented suit for many women.  If you have a work at home lifestyle, nothing could be better than this must have contemporary piece.  If you have a corporate dress code, this one would work as well by adding a scarf or sophisticated jewelry.

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Guess what? You can look younger if…

You can look younger if you avoid these 3 things.

  1. Sun
  2. Smoking
  3. Drinking

Hey, I can’t tell you how much you can drink or smoke. Do whatever you’d like in that regard. Just know that the more you consume, the older you look at a faster rate than those who don’t. And if you don’t smoke or drink, congratulations you are already well on your way to staying youthful looking – long term.

But one thing EVERYONE has to deal with at one point or another is the sun. You may live in an area where it’s sunny year round. Or maybe you are 2 feet under snow right now. Whatever your situation, you are most likely outside sometime in the day. So what can you do to ensure the sunshine isn’t stealing your youth?

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3 Ways to Get Rid of Dark Under-eye Circles

Too many late nights at networking meetings?  Or do you have too many late date nights with your computer?  After a while it can take a toll on your sleep (and your appearance).  You are not alone! Time Magazine did an article all about how people were getting fewer and fewer hours of sleep. Especially women.  No surprise there, right?  And nothing makes you appear foggier than dark circles under your eyes.  Here are 3 things you can do to give you the biggest circle-free results in the shortest time possible:

STEP 1 – Wear a bright color (especially a color that you know makes you glow!) near your face. It magically brightens your face and reduces the appearance of dark circles.  The brighter the color, the more they virtually disappear.

STEP 2 – Cut out salt. It helps your body not retain fluid, which helps diminish the appearance of dark circles. Even if you don’t salt your food, if you go out to eat a lot, restaurants tend to use too much salt.

STEP 3 – Get a better night’s sleep. My favorite “sleep recipe” (from my husband, Dr. Alan Christianson) is below.

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Why You Should Host a Pantie Party

You’ve been going to parties ever since you were a little girl. Birthday parties, slumber parties, holiday parties…. And maybe you’ve even been to everything from scrap-booking, to jewelry, to children’s books, Bunko parties and of course at least a few business networking parties. Let’s face it – whatever the reason, parties are a great excuse to get you out from behind your computer. You can connect with existing friends, meet new women, maybe even have a glass of wine, and just focus on being out of the office. In short, parties are a gift in themselves to women everywhere.

Read on and learn how to party!

Sweaters – The New Office Jacket

The professional dress code has changed dramatically over the past few years. Some of us still need to do the suit, but the relaxed or casual office look has a new look. Sweaters have become a substitute for the blazer. Even though it tends to be a little more leisure in appearance, the classic has taken on a more “dressy” look for the working divas of the world. Yahoo!! You can be cozy, comfortable and confident for a meeting. Yes, we have arrived.

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