Imagine if drinking a beauty tonic could bring your inner glow to the surface. Many of us spend a lot of time on our morning and evening skincare routines, but what if there was a beauty product that you could…
8 Skincare Must Haves for 2019
If you’re a long time follower of The Avid Pen and already aware of my love of all things skincare, then you’re probably surprised that I was able to narrow down my skincare favorites for 2019 to just eight products….
Switching to Airplane Mode Has Never Been This Fun
As a lover of things skincare and clean beauty it’s only fitting that my first gift guide of the year would be about skincare. Wander Beauty has created Airplane Mode the perfect mini skincare kit that comes in a little…
Considering a Facial Steamer? Here’s Why You Should
Having a quality facial steamer is essential for those of us who are serious about our skincare routines (and still don’t feel comfortable going to get a facial). On evenings when I steam, I cleanse my face, steam, and then…
This Overnight Sleeping Mask will Save Your Skin this Winter
Do you have a tendency to have dry skin especially during the cooler months? I know I do, and this year as I continue on my skincare journey I discovered a sleeping mask that will keep your skin feeling radiant…
Your Next Skincare Obsession
I’m sure you’ve all heard about Burt’s Bees before, specifically their lip balms and makeup line… but as a lover of skincare, I wanted to dive into what products I love the post from the brand’s skincare line. From masks…
Pore Proof Your Skin with Peach & Lily
I always love trying new skincare products, especially the ones from Peach & Lily. A few months ago, the brand helmed by Alicia Yoon, released three new product; Cold Brew Eye Recovery Stick, Pore Proof Perfecting Clay Mask and Overnight…
5 Ways to Unwind
So it’s Friday, the last day of the work week and you’ve just gotten home. Perhaps you’re feeling a bit stressed, because things were especially busy in the office or life in general has gotten more than a little hectic….
An Inside Look at Toccare Day Spa with Founder Caci Di Russo
Back in February, I had my first facial at Toccare Day Spa, a little self-care haven located on Providence Rd. It was my first facial experience and it was one of the most relaxing spa experiences that I’ve ever had….
Summer Fridays | Jet Lag Mask Review
This probably isn’t the first time you’ve heard or read about Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask, but after hearing so many good things about it, I decided it was time to give the most talked about mask from the blogger…
DIY Recipes for Clean Beauty at Home
The clean beauty movement is one that has become mainstream in the world of cosmetics recently, and I’m glad to see it happening. There are so many consumers who have no idea what ingredients are in the products they use…
From Masks to Scrubs get a sneak peek at Waxing Kara’s Sea+Tea line
I wanted to create a product line so good for you, so beautiful, so inspiring there would be no reason not to invite it into every room of your home. Kara Brook Brown Today I’m excited to share about two…