From the category archives:
For the past several weeks I’ve been on a desperate search for something to hydrate my daughter’s dry, chapped hands.
My daughter Jillian struggles with eczema and chronically dry skin. Those issues, combined with the winter months and regular school hand washing with harsh antibacterial soaps take a serious toll on her skin.
When I picked Jillian [...]
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If I can find time on the weekends, a few times a month I like to give myself a mani/pedi.
Over the years, I’ve realized that I sometimes prefer home mani/pedis to many that I’ve had at a salon—it’s just so much better to decompress on the couch with my favorite polish while catching up on [...]
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In the winter time the dry air really affects my skin. Specifically my legs in the shin area. I’m not one to use lotion on a regular basis but when I did in the winter it seemed pointless. My skin would still be dry flaky and itchy by the end of the day.
I needed something [...]
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Hi! I’m Michelle — wife to one and mother to three. I’ve been fortunate enough to be a contributor here at Chic Critique since 2008.
A few weeks ago I posted what was in my makeup bag, so rather than re-hash what I’ve already told you, I thought it might be fun to let you in [...]
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I’m not all that crafty. I love small projects. I like simple and quick. I get too impatient for projects that are too involved. That’s why I was just thrilled when Domino® / C&H® Sugar contacted me about making something from the homemade gift section of their site.
I hadn’t given much thought to [...]
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Have you finished your holiday shopping yet?
Yeah. Neither have I.
Although, I do have a good chunk of it done, there’s always a few people on my list that fall into the “Impossible to Buy For” category.
I’m sure you have a few of those too.
So, here’s a suggestion that might help a few of you out. [...]
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I was recently fumbling along on Glamour.com when I ran into some fabulous at home spa tips! I thought what a great way to relax with the hectic holiday season upon us when most of us are trying to watch the all mighty dollar as well!
No special tools are needed
Turn your shower into a sauna [...]
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I was recently contacted by a rep from Lather, Inc., a natural beauty company based in Pasadena, California. She shared a little about the products – enough to entice me.
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The cold wave has hit us early here in NC. There’s not much about cold rainy days that I like, but a warm bath always seems to make things better, doesn’t it?
I love a long soak in the tub. For years I’ve stuck with the same few bath products – all organic and lavender scented. [...]
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No Tricks…just Treats!! Welcome Fall and treat yourself to this incredible multitasking duo of high-foaming, three-in-one cleansers. Indulge yourself with heavenly Pumpkin Spice Muffin and sweet Caramel Apple. These yummy three-in-one Shampoo, Shower gel & Bubble Bath cleansers from Philospohy are a treat for the senses. So irresistible, you’ll definitely lather, rinse and want to [...]
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