Winterizing

So I am sure you have heard about getting your car winterized, but did you know that you should winterize your skin routine? Here are my tips on how to save your skin during the frigid winter months.

Face Talk

• Use a gel or cream face cleanser. This will help to replenish lipids. I suggest Dermaloica's UltraCalming Cleanser or Philosophy Purity. (I use both with my Clarisonic Brush)
  
  
  
  
• Sweep away those dull and flakey skin cells with Dermalogica's Daily Resurfacer which not only hydrate your skin, but brighten it as well. I also like Fresh Soy Face Exfoliant, however I find that the Daily Resurfacer by Dermalogica works better.
  
  
• Hydrate your skin by spritzing on a toner throughout the day, yes even over makeup. I recommend Dermalogica's UltraCalming Mist or Borghese Tonic Mist my mum swears by Borghese's Tonic Mist.
  
  
  
• Comfort sore and irritated skin by using a masque two to three times a week. I recommend Dermalogica's UltraCalming Relief Masque or Borghese Fango Active Mud for Face and Body.
  
  
  
• Buy a heavier moisturizer that will allow for your skin to stay nourished day and night. I love Dermalogica's Super Rich Repair or if you don't like the heavy moisturizer feel try Ole Henriksen Vitamin Plus Moisturizer.
  
  
• If you are like me and live in a state where winter contains a lot of frigid temperatures you definitely want a solid healing balm. There are two that I have with me always, CosMedix Rescue Balm and Mask and Climate Control from Dermalogica Both of these really give exposed areas hydration.
  
  
  
• Give those lips of yours some hydration by getting a lip scrub. I love Natural Lip Sugar Scrub in lime and raspberry lemonade.
  

Tips & Tricks
• Remember to avoid using hot water on your body and face as it removes moisture from the skin. Instead, use luke warm water and pat skin dry...don't rub. Also while skin is still damp you can apply your body moisturizer and this will help to lock in moisture.

• Always carry a solid skin balm with you to touch up very dry areas, such as your cheeks during the day. I love Climate Control from Dermalogica and CosMedix Rescue Balm and Mask.


• Make sure to always have lip balm or lip gloss with you at all times to give your lips a boost of hydration. Here are just a couple of the lip hydrating products I currently have in my handbag... Smith's Rosebud Salve, LORAC Vitamin E Stick, Softlips, Burt's Beeswax Lip Balm

• Own a humidifier your skin will love you for it.


Do you have any winterizing tips you'd like to share?

xo

The Eats

{breakfast: apple cinnamon cheerios}


{lunch: cuties & pineapple and a tuna sandwich I only took about three bites}


{snack: cheese ball with some crackers}


{dinner: fajita}

xo

Winter White

You can't wear white after labor day... as so they say. Rules are meant to be bent, and this winter why not bend the rules and step out in a gorgeous winter white. Winter white is not the stark white that you see people skipping around in during summer. Winter white is chic and has a hint of cream to it. I currently am using my winter white Kate Spade hand bag that has black polka dots on it. After Christmas I will bring out my Coach winter white handbag.

{cloud nine from essie}

{handknit chunky cable jumper}

{pearl rhinestone cluster ring}

{coach waverly snow queen cosmetic case}

{michael kors 'runway ceramic baguette crystals' watch}

{betsey johnson glitter bow ring}

What do you think about winter white?

xo

Eats
I have been getting a lot of request to post what I eat everyday again. Especially since I took on my weekly challenges. So I have decided that I will still stick with one post a day.... and each will contain what I ate the prior day.

{breakfast: half an egg sandwich on healthful bread some Trop50}

{breakfast everyone else Hawaiian french toast}

King's Hawaiian Bread French Toast

Ingredients

• 4 (1-inch) thick slices King's Hawaiian Bread
• 4 large eggs (i used 3)
  
• splash of milk
  
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla
• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
• Butter
  
• Maple syrup
  
  Directions
  
• Slice bread crosswise so that each slice is about 1-inch thick. Cut larger slices into halves.
• In a shallow mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon.
• Quickly dip slices (do not soak) in egg mixture and cook until golden brown on both sides.
• Keep egg mixture stirred and spices well blended.
• Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with warm maple syrup.

Makes 4 servings.

{lunch: half a tuna sandwich with celery and a Cutie}

{snack: peanut butter pretzels}

{dinner: baked cod, sweet potato fries and cheesy veggies}




xo

Two Thousand Ten

{january}

2010 was a fabulous year, and it's sad to see it go. I appreciate all your support and I look forward to sharing 2011 with you. Have a Happy New Year, and be ready for bigger and better giveaways on Fashion meets Food.... and OUTFIT post!!!! xo

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Sparkle in the New Year

Ring in the new year with a bit of sparkle.





Don't forget to give your nails some sparkle as well.


How will you be ringing in the new year this year?
xo