Tag: Skin
Would You Spend $4000 to Make Your Hands and Feet Look Younger?
For Glam.com. You can put on makeup, slather on expensive creams and gels, get injectables, or get plastic surgery. There are any number of things you can do to slow the signs of aging for your face and certain parts of your body. But there are certain body parts that inevitably will reveal what a [...]
Home Devices vs. An Expert Esthetician — Which Do You Prefer?
For Glam.com When I was a teenager, I had awful acne issues. Blackheads, whiteheads, cystic bumps…you name it. The solution at the time was to send me to regular appointments at the esthetician for facials using their specially prescribed cleansers, potions and pastes. I remember the esthetician using old school tools (like this scary thing [...]
Summer Into Fall Skincare Faves!
Bellas! Fellas! My favorite MUA Meagan Shea is BACK with a fresh post that will help you keep your skin soft and smooth and lovely for the changing seasons. Take it away, Meagan Shea! Summer Finds that are now officially Autumn MUST HAVES! Hello there my lovelies! Well, Summer is officially gone and it’s now [...]
Lancôme Genes Day = Genius
If you are familiar with this blog then you already know, I love the combination of beauty and charity. October is a month dedicated to breast cancer awareness, but in the midst of the pink ribbons, the folks at Lancôme are also raising funds and awareness for a different, but still very special cause. Lancôme [...]
You Deserve: Kiehls Midnight Recovery Concentrate
If you live in the northern hemisphere you’re probably feeling it right now — the undeniable effects of the change of seasons. Or maybe you live in a warm climate but the inevitability of growing older is taking a toll. There comes a point in your life when you realize — whoa my skin needs [...]
Afrobella Anniversary Giveaway — Tree Hut Shower Wash and Sugar Scrub
The giveaways continue during Afrobella Anniversary Week! And this giveaway is from a brand I’m pretty new to, but I’m already in love with everything I’ve tried so far! That brand is – Tree Hut. You’ve probably seen Tree Hut products at your supermarket, or Target. Maybe you’ve been curious. Maybe you read my review, [...]
Afrobella’s Brides – Wedding Inspiration and More!
Wedding season is upon us, and I’m sure I’m not the only one who’s got ceremonies galore to attend this summer. My husband and I will be in attendance at four weddings, and I’m a bridesmaid in one of them! All of the invitations and registry lists reminded me of my own wedding, so many [...]
The Grown Woman’s Skincare Regimen
When you grow up with acne issues, you learn the importance of a disciplined skincare regimen pretty early on. But if you coast through your teens and early twenties with relatively clear skin, you might be in for a rude awakening. I found myself dealing with entirely new skin issues as the big 3-0 rolled [...]
Up and Coming Natural Hair and Bodycare Companies to Look Out For!
Someone asked me recently if I could name my favorite natural hair companies. I started typing out a list of the usual suspects, the mainstream choices…but then stopped myself. I do still use the most mainstream natural hair products, but I do still very much enjoy supporting the up and comers. The new entrepreneurs who [...]
What’s Your Skincare Regimen?
From time to time readers will ask me about my skin care regimen and I never know quite how to answer. That’s because it changes from week to week, depending on what product I’m reviewing. Sometimes the lack of consistency can be frustrating. Which is why I loved this quote from the late, great Aaliyah, [...]
Winter Skin For The Win!
You’re either stuck inside with drying heat, or shivering outside in the freezing cold. Either way, winter will suck the life out of your skin and leave you looking like Ashy Larry. What’s a bella to do? Well, drink more water for starters. Increasing your internal moisture will definitely make a difference in the appearance [...]
Afrobella’s 12 Days of Giveaways – 7 Carol’s Daughter body scrubs!
2010 has been quite a year. Through the ups and downs, you’ve stuck by me and I am thankful for every one of you! To celebrate 4 years of Afrobella, my site being back up and running, happiness and health – I’m giving you 12 Days of Giveaways! On the 7th day of giveaways, Afrobella [...]
You Deserve: Skindinavia Makeup Finishing Spray
You spend a nice chunk of time beating your face just right. Skin looks flawless, eye makeup to die for. You’re finally ready to step out and be noticed. And then you get out into that awful summertime heat and humidity, and what happens? That beautiful makeup you took care and time to apply starts [...]
You Deserve: Votre Vu Duette Luxe
Two essential items that I ALWAYS need in my purse – a great lip balm, and a great hand cream. Am I right ladies? Well, I found the PERFECT two-in-one product. So perfect, it inspired a new thing. You deserve. Every week or so I’ll let you know about a product that I think you [...]
Why Am I Breaking Out?
You wake up in the morning feeling great, and then you look in the mirror. Whoomp, there is is – a big ol’ zit staring you in the face. “Nooooooooo!” you yell. “Why am I breaking out???” If you ask me, there are five possible reasons. So excuse me while I offer some skin care [...]
