...but if you're terribly simple, you're simply terrible."
At least in my late grandmother's words. It makes sense though, doesn't it? Through the years, I have kept that in mind. I am not the vainest person in the planet. In fact, I try to do away with as much as I can skip where beauty regimen is concerned. But I have phases (aka moments of utter panic with bells, sirens and all) when I find myself staring at the mirror and regretting how much I've slacked and let myself go. That's when the recovery phase begins. Can you relate with me, dolls?
Because we're past our teens and twenties and we're happily married and vying for the best housekeeper and mom award, it doesn't mean that we should no longer shine in the "looks" department. In fact, I think, the more we ought to shine in that area! My cousin always says..."be the best in everything and any other women will pale next to you in your husband's eyes." Another person in my family making a lot of sense. I'm learning.
And so, back to this recovery phase I mentioned. Spike of ovulation hormones or not, I noticed that I have been on a roll lately researching for a new facial skincare regimen. It's not that my current repertoire of scrubbing, toning and what nots isn't working anymore. But at 37, I am beginning to see the new signs of this "facial maturity process" we all go through -- unless you are simply born with the genes of a Goddess, blessed with super-human elastic skin that's anti-oxidant self-sufficient, has not heard of wrinkles, fine lines and age spots, and as impenetrable by free radicals as Fort Knox. In our dreams...
I finally decided to try several things but I cannot tell you yet because I haven't started them. Watch out for it. I also need to penny-pinch so I'm milking the last from my existing beauty tubes and tubs. By the way, while in the peak of this seasonal beauty obssession I would intermittently find myself getting into, I did two silly things the past couple of weeks:
1) I emailed KTVU (our local news network) to ask the brand of lipgloss one of the newscasters was using. It went like this "Dear KTVU, First of all, thank you for delivering the news 24/7 to our homes. More power to you. I am writing because I'd like to know if it's possible to ask what brand of lipgloss Julie Haener has been using lately because I really like it.....yadadada yadada. The next day....Miss Haener herself emailed me back to share to me her beauty secret, and how she got a kick out of my question!!! I mean, no guts, no glory, my dears. I got my answer. And it put a smile to my face because I never expected a reply!!! I'm currently saving for that brand. It costs a king's ransom for someone who will only use it while facing the computer (and nothing else, except if hubby's eyes count) everyday anyway. So I'm waiting for Santa Claus. Meanwhile, I have found a really good quality sub with the exact shade I like. Elain Cosmetics Bijou Beam Lip Gloss, which is non-sticky and has so many shades to choose from.
Same thing goes with silly thing #2.) I emailed this professional make up artist from a show at TLC because I was so amazed at how flawless she looked. I even added her on Facebook! Same good luck! She replied and asked me to send her a picture so she can recommend some personalized tips for me. HOW COOL IS THAT! She happens to endorse a particular brand commercially, unfortunately, I went to the store to try it and it didn't sit well with my skin type. Suffice it to say, I am still on my quest for that Holy Grail of beauty au naturel...like a new blush for naturally flushed cheeks -- I'm ordering the Elain Cosmetics Chic Blush while I'm at it, as well as try the Elain Cosmetics 3D Electric Lash Black Mascara. They have this "Buy3GlossFree" promo, you just have to add the item to your cart and enter the coupon code and you get a free lipgloss with your order. I'm getting convinced because of that good deal aside from the fact that Elain Colorist Cosmetics has slowly gained popularity with many Hollywood makeup artists (who might be too busy to email me back?)
What a fun beauty trip for this Wonder Wifey! Now, time to deal with what's for dinner tonight... and the wrinkle-inducing household bills that need to be paid ASAP.
At least in my late grandmother's words. It makes sense though, doesn't it? Through the years, I have kept that in mind. I am not the vainest person in the planet. In fact, I try to do away with as much as I can skip where beauty regimen is concerned. But I have phases (aka moments of utter panic with bells, sirens and all) when I find myself staring at the mirror and regretting how much I've slacked and let myself go. That's when the recovery phase begins. Can you relate with me, dolls?
Because we're past our teens and twenties and we're happily married and vying for the best housekeeper and mom award, it doesn't mean that we should no longer shine in the "looks" department. In fact, I think, the more we ought to shine in that area! My cousin always says..."be the best in everything and any other women will pale next to you in your husband's eyes." Another person in my family making a lot of sense. I'm learning.
And so, back to this recovery phase I mentioned. Spike of ovulation hormones or not, I noticed that I have been on a roll lately researching for a new facial skincare regimen. It's not that my current repertoire of scrubbing, toning and what nots isn't working anymore. But at 37, I am beginning to see the new signs of this "facial maturity process" we all go through -- unless you are simply born with the genes of a Goddess, blessed with super-human elastic skin that's anti-oxidant self-sufficient, has not heard of wrinkles, fine lines and age spots, and as impenetrable by free radicals as Fort Knox. In our dreams...
I finally decided to try several things but I cannot tell you yet because I haven't started them. Watch out for it. I also need to penny-pinch so I'm milking the last from my existing beauty tubes and tubs. By the way, while in the peak of this seasonal beauty obssession I would intermittently find myself getting into, I did two silly things the past couple of weeks:
1) I emailed KTVU (our local news network) to ask the brand of lipgloss one of the newscasters was using. It went like this "Dear KTVU, First of all, thank you for delivering the news 24/7 to our homes. More power to you. I am writing because I'd like to know if it's possible to ask what brand of lipgloss Julie Haener has been using lately because I really like it.....yadadada yadada. The next day....Miss Haener herself emailed me back to share to me her beauty secret, and how she got a kick out of my question!!! I mean, no guts, no glory, my dears. I got my answer. And it put a smile to my face because I never expected a reply!!! I'm currently saving for that brand. It costs a king's ransom for someone who will only use it while facing the computer (and nothing else, except if hubby's eyes count) everyday anyway. So I'm waiting for Santa Claus. Meanwhile, I have found a really good quality sub with the exact shade I like. Elain Cosmetics Bijou Beam Lip Gloss, which is non-sticky and has so many shades to choose from.
Same thing goes with silly thing #2.) I emailed this professional make up artist from a show at TLC because I was so amazed at how flawless she looked. I even added her on Facebook! Same good luck! She replied and asked me to send her a picture so she can recommend some personalized tips for me. HOW COOL IS THAT! She happens to endorse a particular brand commercially, unfortunately, I went to the store to try it and it didn't sit well with my skin type. Suffice it to say, I am still on my quest for that Holy Grail of beauty au naturel...like a new blush for naturally flushed cheeks -- I'm ordering the Elain Cosmetics Chic Blush while I'm at it, as well as try the Elain Cosmetics 3D Electric Lash Black Mascara. They have this "Buy3GlossFree" promo, you just have to add the item to your cart and enter the coupon code and you get a free lipgloss with your order. I'm getting convinced because of that good deal aside from the fact that Elain Colorist Cosmetics has slowly gained popularity with many Hollywood makeup artists (who might be too busy to email me back?)
What a fun beauty trip for this Wonder Wifey! Now, time to deal with what's for dinner tonight... and the wrinkle-inducing household bills that need to be paid ASAP.
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