Exfoliate Away

I use these facial cleansing wipes.  I love them.  But, there isn't much exfoliating going on.  So, I decided to find something great to exfoliate my face.  Lots of products for exfoliation are getting expensive because they are considered "microdermabrasion" or are high tech to "wipe away" wrinkles....blah blah blah.  I was looking for something more simple and I found this...

Garnier Skin-Renew Brusher Gel-Cleanser

This crazy looking exfoliating tool is a gentle exfoliator and cleanser that has made a huge difference in my skin.  I'm really happy with it and use it daily or every-other-day.  I keep it in the shower and use while the conditioner sets in my hair.  Perfect.  Easy.  (and inexpensive!)

I bought mine at Target and there is a coupon at Target.com/coupons for $2 off a Garnier skin product, if you're interested!

Say Yes To....

I'm in looooove with these Yes To Cucumbers Facial Towelettes.  I first bought them when I was traveling so I wouldn't need to bring an oozy bottle of facial wash in my toiletries bag.  Now, I have resorted to using them everyday because I love them so much.  They towelettes are silky soft and they remove makeup no problem (I don't wear much makeup, though).  The solution is so gentle and smells just lovely.  They are the best towelettes I've used and I'm gonna keep using them everyday!

There is a wide range of Yes To... products worth checking out.  I buy mine at Target in Eau Claire.  Do you have a favorite?

My New Favorite Look

This is my new everyday look.  Its so easy and so simple AND: I'm a little obsessed with metallics!  This is a fresh, clean look that can be worn casually.  It takes me less than 5 minutes, so its easy to apply before I run out of the house with my boys!

1. Apply gold (or other metallic) shadow
2. Apply mascara
3. Apply rose colored lip gloss

Taken from Real Simple (May 2010)