While there are many fun aspects of winter (snow, holidays, cozy clothing, etc.), there are also a few that make life a bit more difficult. From mass layering to 4 p.m. sunsets, winter does have it's downsides. I personally dread the frigid, dry winter air that wreaks havoc on my skin. As soon as the seasons start to change, I can feel it in my skin—seriously.I've mentioned before that I have super-sensitive skin, so this may not happen to everyone, but keeping my skin hydrated and happy durin...

Ask any hairstylist the number one mistake their clients make, and they’ll most likely tell you it’s the lack of a heat protectant in their daily routine. A brief survey of my inner circle gave me the same results. The consensus: Does applying a heat protectant before a blowout really make that much of a difference? Johnny Ramirez, the celebrity colorist known for his trademark “lived-in color” and co-owner of L.A.’s Ramirez | Tran Salon, says yes. “Heat-protection products are imp...

It's that time of year again: Time to bench your thin, flat-soled boots and break out the snow boots. We've all made the mistake of prioritizing style over function, wearing our Chelsea boots or favorite heeled pair only to find ourselves slipping and sliding all over the icy sidewalks. As a fashion girl myself, I totally understand the temptation to choose aesthetic over practicality, but it's one of those decisions you regret almost immediately after walking out the door when the snow and ice...

If there's anything I'm very strict about when it comes to my beauty routine, it's my body lotion. I might forget a step in my nighttime skincare routine, but I never forget to put body lotion on after I shower or in the mornings, even I don't shower. For the most part, it's paid off. Aside from the occasional eczema flare-up on my hands, arms, or neck, I have pretty smooth skin. But since I'm a curious person and like to question everything, I wanted to know if there were some things I was ...