When people think of corset lingerie, they typically think of terrifying pieces of clothing that women were forced to wear in the old days to strangle their waists into painfully small shapes to conform with the society at the time. People may also think of corsets as torture devices that deformed the ribcage, displaced internal…
What is the Dior New Look? The New Look by Dior was perhaps the most popular fashion movement in the 1950s. It dominated every fashion magazine, squirmed its way into movie wardrobes, and every-day folks tried as they could to keep with this unique style. But what kind of style is it really? The New…
Homemade soap is one of my newest hobbies. I’ve always been a fan of bars of soap since it is a finely-crafted artisan product, and because there are so many different types to choose from. Homemade soap allows a person to explore many different creative possibilities. If you ever look up homemade soap online, you…
What do you think about 1930s makeup? So far, I have covered 1940s makeup looks and 1950s makeup looks. I figured I should also cover makeup looks from the 1930s since it was a decade with many unique characteristics. 1930s makeup has some similarities with how makeup was done in the 1950s, but there are…
Many people want to know how to prevent wrinkles. While preventing them completely is impossible, there are certain things you can do and slow their formation or lessen their appearance. But where should you start? How to Prevent Wrinkles: 1. Retinol Any skincare product that includes retinol will help keep wrinkles at bay. Retinol is…
What is lactic acid in skincare, exactly? You likely have heard of this ingredient before, but you might not know what it is or what it’s supposed to do to your skin. In short, it is an acid found in milk. People have been using milk as a skincare product for thousands of years, and…
CBD skincare is a new trend that has been gaining popularity in recent years. While you may know that CBD can be consumed in the form or oil, vapes, and edibles, you may not know too much about using CBD for your face. Is it a good idea or is it just a fad? You…
In another post, I explained the nuances of 1950s makeup which is quite different than makeup looks that are popular today. I decide that I might as well do another post about 1940s makeup (and perhaps other similar posts concerning makeup from other decades). The thing about 1940s makeup is that it does share quite…
Face mist is one of the most popular skin care products out there, but how effective is it really? After all, isn’t it just spraying some water on your face? Not necessarily. There are actually more benefits of using face mist than you might expect. But what are those benefits exactly? What Is Face Mist?…
In my quest to find a signature scent, I have been experimenting with a variety of different perfumes and perfume samples, one of which is the Emeraude perfume by Coty. The older generation may be familiar with this perfume, although it is not very popular today. The kind of perfume Emeraude is more of a…