My New Daily Sunscreen: Obagi Sun Shield SPF 50
I used Obagi Healthy Skin moisturizer for years. It was my go-to daily moisturizer with an SPF 35 and the right amount of hydration for year round protection. But then it was discontinued. Since I...
View ArticlePost-Baby Skin Care: What I’ll Be Using to Get Rid of My Melasma (Round 2)
Well here we are, today is the day I’m giving birth to my daughter (Note: of course I’m not writing this in the delivery room, it’s actually the night before) and I’m once again planning my new...
View ArticlePrevent Sun Damage All Year Round
Remember this big story from last spring about the truck driver with extreme sun damage on the left side of his face where the sun would hit while he drove? After that I was especially diligent about...
View ArticleSupergoop! Gradual Self-Tanning Sunscreen Mousse
Supergoop! has been a mainstay in our house since I first reviewed it 5 years ago. Since then we’ve bought countless bottles, it’s the only sunscreen Mike will wear because it doesn’t burn his eyes...
View ArticleBest Beauty Buys at Trader Joe’s
When Trader Joe’s opened three (!) stores here in Colorado everyone was buzzing- even those who had never stepped foot into one were excited to see what all the hype was about. I knew what I was in for...
View ArticleJosie Maran Argan Summer Hydrating Skin Savers
I get a ton of stuff from companies to try out almost every day so it’s understandable that something rarely blows me away, but this Josie Maran kit is one of the more impressive things I’ve tried in a...
View ArticleWhat SPF Does To Your Skin
I’m back. This was the longest break I’ve taken from HOB since I started blogging 8 years ago. I had to step away while we packed up our home of 8 years and moved into a temp apartment while our house...
View Article5 Best Sunscreens for Every Skintype and Budget
I’m such a weirdo about the sun that I basically dress like a damn beekeeper when I’m outside. I have good reason though, years of tanning beds and overall recklessness with my skin has me now paying...
View ArticleSpring Essentials: Coola Sunscreen, Waterproof Body Makeup, & Ken Paves...
What a crazy fun week filled with outings with the girls (which I post daily on my Instagram! Follow me HERE) and lots of time outside in the long overdue sunshine. On my post the other day I showed...
View ArticleMoisturize, Prime, Blur, and Protect with Murad’s Invisiblur Perfecting Shield
Murad’s new Invisiblur Perfecting Shield is such an easy way to great great looking skin in just one step. It’s a lightweight gel that’s just hydrating enough, especially for summer, with an SPF 30 and...
View ArticleSpring Greening 5 Days of Giveaways Starts Tomorrow!
I’ve teamed up with a few of my favorite eco-comapies to host a week-long giveaway to green up your routine. Hop over to HOB’s Facebook HERE and like the page if you haven’t already because that’s...
View ArticleEnter to win COOLA! Day 2 of Our Spring Greening 5 Days of Giveaways Continue.
I’m hosting a contest this week featuring some of my favorite eco-friendly brands. Tomorrow (Tuesday!) we feature the sunscreen everyone loves, COOLA who will give away these three spring essentials....
View ArticleBattle of the SPF Sticks: California Baby Vs. All Good
SPF sticks are everything. I toss them in the car (and diaper bag) so I have sun protection with me at all times. A few weeks ago I bought a new California Baby one and then a week later I was sent...
View ArticleMurad #ShadeInAmerica
In addition to being one of the most effective lines I get to work with, Murad is also one of the nicest. They’re a sponsor for #ShadeInAmerica a program that will build shade structures in playgrounds...
View ArticleMy Quick Summer Makeup Routine
I won’t say I ‘don’t have time’ because it’s one of those bullshit ‘I’m a mom’ sort of excuses that drives me nuts. What I will say is that it isn’t a priority to spend more than a few minutes getting...
View ArticleThe Spicy Skin Mask That Has Me Obsessed
My friend and facialist Lexa who I’ve gone to on and off for over 10 years has never wavered in her love of Éminence. While other skin pros are constantly trying the latest and greatest from different...
View ArticleReminder: It’s Time to Replace Your Sunscreen For the Summer!
I’ve made peace with the fact that I’ll never again be tan. I spent my high school years in tanning beds and my 20’s smelling like Hawaiian Tropic’s beachy oil so I was always prepared to get golden....
View ArticleWhat I Buy From Jane Iredale (and What I Wouldn’t If I Didn’t Have a Discount)
We’re elbows deep into summer now- camps, friends, constant motion, and lots of fun. I’m killing this mom thing and the days seem to fly by without even turning on the TV for the girls – something that...
View ArticleBeauty Hero Kari Gran Gives Birth to a 4th
Until recently Kari Gran had exactly as many skin care selections as I do children. Cleansing Oil, Tonic, and a Serum make up her streamlined 3 step system that’s so full of natural actives and healing...
View ArticleIT Cosmetics Exclusives for Sephora & A Serum That Leaves Skin Instantly Glowing
Are you as fascinated by infomercials as I am? If I catch one in progress, it’s hard to tear me away- especially when it’s for cosmetics. I was watching one for IT Cosmetics a few weeks back where they...
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