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Become the “favorite” with these Mother’s Day gift ideas

May 07, 2013

Mother’s Day is coming right up! I’ve rounded up some great gift ideas for Mommie dearest so you can stop hemmin’ and hawwin’ over to what to get her. And of course they’re all from local shops because you know how I roll. Check them out!

In honor of Earth Day, here’s 4 local and organic brands you’ll love

April 22, 2013

You can show our planet a little love every day by supporting local brands that practice sustainability and use all-natural materials. Here’s a few that I think are the bees knees.

The average woman will spend $4,000 in her lifetime on mascara

April 13, 2013

I read this insanely interesting article over on Mint.com’s blog about how much women spend on cosmetics. I consider myself to be pretty low-maintenance. A swipe of mascara, a little blush, concealer should a pimple pop up. But if you’re a major make-up junkie, you’ll probably spend $15,000 on make-up in your lifetime. Before you faint, here are some ways to save.

All-natural, locally made and good for your body: Maine Mountain Soap and Candle

March 28, 2013

I’ve become more picky over the years about what I put on my skin. Whenever possible, I try to find products that are all-natural and in the best cases, made in Maine. The problem is that organic, all-natural beauty products can cost you. But there are affordable options that work. Enter my most recent solution for both: Maine Mountain Soap & Candle Co.

Phuc and Sue Tran – co-owners of Tsunami Tattoo

March 25, 2013

Welcome to Tsunami Tattoo. Remove your shoes a the door, roll up a sleeve, and prepare to be inked by the best tattoo artist in the state. The shop, a second job Phuc and his wife Sue, pays homage their mutual respect for beauty and creativity. Meet Phuc and Sue.

Spotted in the street: easy on the ears

March 15, 2013

Kate Sullivan-Jones has killer style. And not just because she can pull off any hair color or knows how to rock white Doc Martens, but because she wears earrings like these.

Spotted in the Street: Meet Mainely Mara (say that five times fast)

February 28, 2013

I ran into Mara, founder of Mainely Mara, as she was headed to source out some new deals (lucky us) fresh from a haircut at Head Games. Mara is one of those women that looks put together whenever you see her. I’ve bumped into her everywhere from downtown Portland to the aisles at Target and trust me, girl always looks good.

Winter skin care help from the kitchen

February 19, 2013

Buff. Polish. Moisturize. Repeat. I don’t know about you, but my skin takes a toll in the winter. Chapped lips, cheeks and super dry skin that I’m constantly trying to salvage. But you don’t need a trip to Sephora to stock up on skin savers. Just take a peek into your pantry.

Indian Meadow Herbals, organic skincare made in Maine

January 30, 2013

Though lots of attention is given to what we put into our body, not everyone is as careful about what we put on it. Indian Meadow Herbals, was founded over 15 years ago on a 12-acre farm in Downeast Maine. Founders Roseanna and Nancy wanted to create products for the body that were organically grown and ethically harvested.

What in the bleep is a BB Cream?

January 21, 2013

If you’re a beauty junkie like me, you’ve already heard about the cream that’s sweeping the nation, the BB Cream. It’s a girl’s new best friend. BB (Blemish Balm or Beauty Balm) first gained popularity in Asia and has since been sweeping us here in the states. The great thing about these is that they do it all. Supposedly.

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