How-To: Retain a "Glow" Even Throughout the Winter

As I am typing this, there is a snow storm (AKA Snowquester) is going through the Mid-Atlantic at the moment.  I thought Phil the Groundhog saw his shadow and Spring would be right around the corner, but I guess it's not over yet.  I'm naturally tan, but I maintain a "glowing tan" (yes, there's a difference!) with these products:

St. Tropez Everyday Gradual Tan for Body

 I don't use this EVERYDAY, but more like once or twice a week -- but it gives you a golden glow within an hour.

Josie Maran Argan Oil

 

Argan oil can be used for multiple purposes -- from moisturizing and treating your skin, treating your split ends, and softening your cuticles.  I would recommend using this before your makeup to give off a dewy, healthy glow!

NYC Bronzer, #720 Sunny

You can easily find this bronzer at your local drugstore for the average steal price of $2.99!  It's perfect for your cheekbones and your skin and comes on matte, versus the shimmery glow that looks unnatural.  It's a great deal for the price!

Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick, Nectar

 This is actually a 2-in-1 product -- you can use it on your cheeks AND your eyelids!  I use this is an illuminizer to top off the "glow" on my face over my bronzer and blush.

Stay warm!  XOXO.

My Top 3 Winter Essentials

I grew up in sunny Long Beach, California as a child, where winter temperatures are in the high 60s.  While living on the East Coast and enduring snow, icy winds and chilly temperatures which resulted in dry and lighter skin, I realized that I needed to give more attention to my body to prevent those as much as I could.  Here are my top 3 winter must-haves:

1. Nivea Extended Moisture Daily Lotion

 

I recommend using lotion right after you dry yourself after your shower because that's when your body absorbs the most moisture.  This lotion keeps your body moisturized for up to 2 days!

2. Carmex Original Flavored Lip Balm

 

My lips are constantly chapped throughout the winter season.  Although I prefer tinted or super fruity flavored lip balms, Carmex does the job in cold weather because it heals my chapped lips while providing moisture and leaving a glossy finish.  It's also extremely affordable and available at any drugstore!

 3. Now Foods Avocado Oil 

 

My hands and face get extremely dried out, and this is my secret solution to keeping them hydrated.  After reading about the benefits of avocado, I picked this up at my local organic store (it's available at multiple retailers online too!) and tried it out.  Within one use, my dry cracked skin became hydrated and moisturized, and it's been on my list of must-haves ever since.

Stay warm this season!  XOXO.