WRITTEN BY Lesley Holland Downey Wearing a mask every day can fool you into a mode of less self-care, but I feel like I’m spending more time on my at-home routines because…well, I’ve got nothing better to do (and I’m not quite ready to have an in-person facial). Performing any of my normal routines makes me feel saner, and it’s given me a good excuse to purge things that aren’t working anymore and try some new goodies. Here’s what’s making a difference for me this fall. …
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The Fall 2018 Issue is Here!
In the fall issue, we celebrate our fifth anniversary by taking a step back to revisit some of our most memorable features. Join us as we look back at some of our favorite homes, gardens, style, entertaining ideas, beauty products, health and wellness tips and inspiring stories from around the country. We're so happy to share this amazing journey with you. It has been a wonderful five years and we look forward to many more. Enjoy! …
5 Ways to Switch Up Your Makeup Routine
Written By Lesley Downey As I mentioned a few weeks ago, February is the worst for dry skin—not only that, but somehow my face looks its saddest too. Under eye circles are usually the darkest now, and your face looks at its absolute palest. Buying a new spring lipstick seems like a bit of a stretch now (unless you are lucky enough to be going somewhere warm!), but a few tweaks to your routine can add life to your face. Enjoy. …
Beauty Report: Favorites for Fall
Written by Lesley Holland Downey What I’m loving right now is anything that makes my life easier and my routine a little more efficient. A dry shampoo that adds volume and resurrects a blow dry after a few days; a wave-enhancing spray that smells just as good as a designer fragrance; a CC cream that has SPF and enough coverage to mitigate darkness around your eyes; a favorite eye shadow stick that stays put all day. Here are the products in heavy rotation in my fall beauty routine. …