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Author Archives: Lori Walker

What is Appropriate Attire for Family and Work Holiday Gatherings?

Woman in holiday dress

With the holiday season right around the corner, there will be plenty of gatherings to fill up the calendar.  From friends to family, and even work functions – the season is nearly upon us.  Sometimes for these events, the attire can be comfortable and casual, especially with friends. But What About Family Functions? Comfortable is […]

Do You Have a Standard Travel Bag Or Do You Pack One Each Time?

Travel bag for beauty

With the holidays just around the corner, travel plans will be a big part of everyone’s November and December plans.  I’ve been working on my own packing lists (as well as those for a few trips planned in the spring), and I realized that I could probably create a standard toiletry kit and 3-1-1 bag […]

Holiday Skin Care and Body Care Sets are Here!

Holiday skin care gift set

We have already mentioned several holiday makeup sets that are available, but if makeup isn’t your thing, perhaps skin care and body care are! I always love to check out the Sephora Favorites skin care sets because they manage to put together some fantastic options with a variety of their favorite This year they even […]

Healthier Versions of Your Favorite Holiday Foods

Friends enjoying assorted food on long table

Starting in early October, I begin having visions of Thanksgiving favorites.  Growing up in the south, that means cornbread dressing, squash casserole, twice baked potatoes, and of course, sweet potato casserole.  Sure, a few slices of white turkey breast are relatively low in fat and calories, but who eats just plain turkey?  So I have […]

What is Your Morning Routine When You Oversleep?

Woman applying lipstick

Whether your sleep was interrupted by a needy two-year-old or you just hit the snooze alarm one too many times, we have all had those mornings where we oversleep and lose the valuable time to get ready.  How do you get out the door and still look somewhat put together? Hair and body – If […]

How to Care for Your Cuticles

Close-up of woman's fingers and cuticles

Does it seem that no matter what you do, your cuticles always feel dry and neglected?  Do you use lotions but the cuticles always answer with redness and roughness? The short answer solution is diligence.  We use our hands so much (and I tend to wash mine frequently) and while we pay attention to filing […]

Three Delicious Fall Soup Recipes

Pumpkin soup in a bowl

I will never understand why so many farmers markets close at the end of the summer, when fall produce goodies are so tasty and delicious! One of the biggest fall soups that people seem to love contains pumpkin and/or squash. A Roasted Pumpkin Soup can be made with pumpkin or squash.  The key is roasting the […]

How to Spruce Up Your Skincare Routine for Fall

Woman with healthy skin

I don’t know about you, but when the weather changes, my skin starts to misbehave.  I get more breakouts as well as lovely flaky patches.  With fall in full swing (in parts of the country, not necessarily here in Texas yet), there are a few changes to your skincare routine that will help ease your […]