Clarisonic Mia 2

I have recently joined the Clarisonic club. I have heard nothing but great things and I am surprised it took me so long to get one. The Clarisonic doesn't scrub in circles like I figured it did. All of the other face gadgets , I assumed, scrubbed in circles. The Big C actually vibrates. Some of my skincare gurus have taught me that the "other gadgets" damage your skin. I see a change in my skin. I feel that my pores are being cleaned better and my products are really starting to work! Of course they are, they have a clean base to sink into.

Thumbs up to the Clarisonic. They come with a cap for the brush so you can travel with it. Mine also came with a sample of cleanser that I am really liking too!It's Clarisonic brand, apparently they have a product line too.

Happy New Year

Philosophy by Diane Lewis

Happy Friday-

As you know, the Mid-West was recently "hit" with some cold temperatures and snow. I keep an eye on the weather forecast and knew what was coming toward Cincinnati. Last night we had really strong winds. This morning I awoke to howling winds and a very cold temperature in my apartment! I laid in my bed, snuggled in with my flannel sheets and heating blanket, and did not want to get out of my cocoon!

What got me out of bed? The thought of slipping on one of my Cashmere sweaters and some velvet leggings. Talk about a warm outfit! I have now bought two Cashmere sweaters over the last year or so and have fallen in love. The one I wore today is by Diane Lewis. It was a really affordable piece so if you have an opportunity, look at her collection. Good stuff!

Max Studio

Nordstrom Rack is absolutely one of my favorite, if not the favorite store of mine. The treasures and finds that get passed "down" from Nordstrom Department store are killer!!!

I tend to dress up at work more than the average gal. I really like dresses. No top and bottoms to match up, just throw one piece on and you are set. The Rack, as I affectionately refer to it as, consistently has a nice stock of Max Studio dresses. They are great!

I didn't used to be a big M.S. fan, but my tastes and style has evolved and I now have a few of this designer's dresses in my closet. The dresses fall right in the middle of the conservative-fun scale. They are not boring- at all, but they are totally office appropriate and are rarely flashy or too much for the cubicle ,fluorescent light environment. The price is always on point too, in my opinion. Max Studio is a  good quality brand.

Photo of the Shellac Manicured nails

The Shellac Manicure

Manicures are a weakness for me . I struggle with shaggy , dry cuticles in the Fall and Winter.
The last time I went to get my nails done , I decided to try the Shellac again. It's a colored gel that with the help of UV rays , hardens the color and makes a shiny , durable manicure. There's a top coat , and the traditional double coat of color . The great thing about Shellac is the fast drying time - it's four minutes. You leave with super shiny nails that won't chip for days . I got it done last Monday and I do not have a chip to speak of . It's supposed to last for two weeks before it's time to go back and get them painted again . If you decide to try one , don't attempt to scrape the color off yourself . Go to the salon and have them do it . Leave it to the Pros. I may post a photo of my candy apple red polish .