The Best Way To CYA To Stop Your Butt From Eating Your Sundress For Lunch! Ok, ladies! We all know this issue. You pick a fun and flowing sundress to wear to the beach, a picnic, a garden party, and what happens? The breeze and your movements make your butt eat the dress! Ugh.... Read more →

When Kelli Parisian, owner of Parisian's Pure Indulgence, asked me to do a video demonstration of her fabulous Sugared Butter Whip Exfoliating Body Polish, I said, "YES!" I love this product, and if you are regular reader of Here We Are, you know that I've shared my appreciation for its effectiveness in Sugared Butter... Read more →

Wondering what to do with the clothes in your closet that haven't been worn in a while, still have the tags attached, and maybe no longer fit? POSHMARK is the answer for those who want to resell their clothes AND for those who want to shop. If this is news to you, Poshmark is... Read more →

A Product Review by Here We Are You know by now that when I find something I really like, I like to share it with you! Well, I couldn't wait to share this product after my trial usage. The Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Color is Insta-Handy! It offers fast and fabulous nail color that... Read more →

Give yourself a hand, point to a menu item, show off that new bauble on your ring finger, raise your hand, shake someone else's, clap at the show, shuffle the cards, and a thousand other ways we use our hands every day... It's an exhaustive list - and a blessed one - but the... Read more →

It's almost impossible these days to shop the beauty aisle and not bring home a product that is packaged in a tube. Everything from shampoo, conditioner, face cream, and self-tanner, to body lotion and scrubs are packaged in tubes. But when you think it's empty, think again! It's amazing how much product can be... Read more →

Product Review by Here We Are When it's summer, your lips will be better, brighter, and easier to kiss with a little preparation and protection. How to achieve this in a quick and simple way? Give these two products a try: e.l.f. Lip Exfoliator AND e.l.f. Lip Balm with SPF 15 Sunscreen. (UPDATE on... Read more →

Luci's Money-Saving How-To Beauty Tip To Sanitize Your Favorite Lip Color, One By One Video We all have a favorite lipstick that has been hanging around for a while… You know you should probably throw it away, BUT there is a way to extend the life of your lipstick*. It's simple, quick, and you... Read more →

If you read the recent Announcements, Updates, and Reminders article, Sweet Summertime, then you know that I am launching a video series called One By One. While this particular product review video is not officially a One By One, I'm sharing it now since these ELF Lotion Wipes - although terrific all year long... Read more →

Ranunculus = Radiant Charm & Attractiveness It's true, a smile is the best AND most important thing you can wear… A smile is a potent potion of your inner energy mixed with your outer beauty projected to connect you with others. Just think about it. Everyone is attracted to a smile, it's human nature.... Read more →

Every once in a while there is a fashion trend that goes beyond a current style to invoke a statement by the wearer. Personal style and fashion sense - beyond trends - are an expression on the outside of who we are on the inside. Over a year ago, I was looking for a... Read more →

Shades of Chartreuse ~ Freshly Green Tips™ By now you've heard about coconut oil and the hundreds of suggestions for its use. Maybe you've tried it, maybe not, or you bought a jar and it's sitting on your cabinet shelf waiting for you to experiment with it (several people have told me they bought... Read more →

Who you are often depends on how you see things and people around you. A shift in perspective is often all you need to open your eyes to your best life. It's not about "looks," it's about seeing someone's warm heart, their decency, kindness, humor, and all that makes them special... When you recognize... Read more →

The Here We Are Talk Show presents an interview with entrepreneur and beauty expert, Kelli Parisian: Pure Indulgence & Timeless Beauty. My guest, Kelli Parisian, founder and owner of Parisian's Pure Indulgence, shares all things beauty, PLUS important tips to developing a successful business. In this candid discussion, Kelli reveals her secret to starting... Read more →

As promised in the Spring Into Shape Announcements article, we have a fabulous giveaway for one lucky Here We Are reader! Sharon Gnatt Epel, founder of La Ishá, natural skin care for Timeless Beauty through Healthy Alternatives, will send the winner their newest anti-aging product, Nutrient Rich Face Crème. This $75- item is the... Read more →

A Product Review by Here We Are Product UPDATE: This product has been discontinued by Maybelline. SAD, but true! It is still available online: Buy it here while you still can!! In the meantime, I am currently testing a few other options and will let you know my results in an upcoming HWA product... Read more →

A Product Review by Here We Are 2015 UPDATE: The company is no longer selling this product under the "Razor Sharp" name (as pictured). They have introduced a line called Naked Skin Ultra Defininition Loose Finishing Powder. I have not tested the newly named item BUT it appears to be similar, I will update... Read more →

CLICK Here to Listen to the Here We Are Radio Show episode Fall and Winter 2011: Beauty Tips & Fashion Trends. Need some advice on how to keep your skin supple and smooth all winter long? Listen for easy head-to-toe tips to help you look good throughout the long, cold winter ahead. Curious about... Read more →

A Product Review by Here We Are Skin is in... No matter your age, you want your skin to appear supple and smooth. The summer sun, chlorine, sunscreen products, and heat, make keeping your skin hydrated a daily challenge. Burt's Bees After Sun Soother may be the answer. This Aloe and Linden Flower moisturizer... Read more →

A Product Review & HOW-TO by Here We Are Is it possible to put on lipstick once in the morning and have it still look freshly applied that night? Almost! Maybelline's SuperStay 24 Color lip-stain does a very good job of staying in place throughout your busy day with just a bit of upkeep... Read more →

Don't wait until summer is here to realize the condition of your skin could use a little help. It was a long, drying winter of cold air, hot showers, and household heat. Now is the time to get your skin ready for tee-shirt, shorts, and swimsuit season. From the top of your head down... Read more →

Engagements mean weddings and weddings mean planning. Where does a soon-to-be bride begin? There are enough "how to" books on cakes, bouquets, dresses and more to twist prenuptial jitters into a crinoline clump of confusion! At Here We Are, we'd like to offer a few easy and practical tips for planning a wonderful wedding... Read more →

Here is a simple, summer style tip that is easy to remember: When you are walking the beach or sipping a Daiquiri at the poolside bar... Show the bust, hide the butt! What do I mean by this? Summer after summer, I see women of all ages, shapes, and sizes wearing ONLY a tee-shirt... Read more →

It is time to update your wardrobe with a few new items to carry you through a fashionable spring and summer. Remember, there is no need to break the bank... Spring and summer clothes get a lot of exposure at warm weather events and activities so be sure to buy these items on sale.... Read more →

The pomp and circumstance that surrounds the Academy Award's Oscar ceremony will once again take place this weekend. It is fun to see who is wearing what dress and to hear the heartfelt speeches. As we watch the glitter unfold, remember these words falsely attributed to Oscar winner, Audrey Hepburn...Proving once again that things... Read more →

Are you wringing your hands because they are dry from hand washing this winter? Have you looked down and said to yourself, "Whose hands are these?" Surprised by the cracked cuticles and shriveled skin you see? Hand to hand combat occurs when we repeatedly wash our hands in an effort to stay healthy because... Read more →

Recently, I had the honor to write for the popular blog, Bionic Beauty. The recurring Friday column, "Powerful Beauty," challenged me to explore what powerful beauty really means to me. By the comments that are being posted, it seems others agree. I feel strongly about the message and I want to share the article... Read more →

Nothing to wear? If this how you feel when you look into your closet, then this is the perfect time to hang on to what you will wear and strip away what you won't. It is now the end of January, allow for an hour or two to reacquaint yourself with your wardrobe or... Read more →

What do Angelina Jolie, Kimora Lee Simmons, and Diane Sawyer all have in common at a holiday party? Eyeliner! Yep…look at any picture of them attending a party and you will see with your own two eyes that theirs are lined to perfection. Granted, a makeup artist has done the handiwork, but you can... Read more →