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 →

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 →

A Product Review by Here We Are Every thing is prettier in pink! Maybe yes, maybe no, but a smile is certainly revved up by a little extra color. Whether you like a heavy lipstick or very little to no color at all, this e.l.f. Gotta Glow Lip Tint has you covered. Don't 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 →

A bathroom basket full of useful essentials is a simple, but very thoughtful, way to keep your event guests happy during your wedding reception, anniversary party, surprise bash, or any other celebration you have planned. A stocked basket of emergency and personal toiletry products - placed in both the men's and women's rooms -... Read more →

Whether you are shopping for the holidays, birthdays, host and hostess gifts, or that person on your list that has everything, you can find interesting and creative twists on items that turn the regular into UncommonGoods! Rarely have I perused a catalogue or website that offered as complete a selection of unique and fun... Read more →

In this ONE BY ONE video, Luci demonstrates how to use silicone covers and why you should… They are terrific! These bowl toppers are perfect to preserve food or prevent frying and microwave splatter. When you watch this product review, you will see just how handy, strong, and eco-friendly these new kitchen lids can... 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 →

A Product Review & Giveaway by Here We Are I love gadgets AND I love to share things with the Here We Are readers... Say hello to my latest discovery, the Recipe Rock! This ingeniously simple product delivers maximum help in the kitchen and elsewhere. After you use it for the first time, you'll... Read more →

Product Review by Here We Are At first touch, Parisian's Pure Indulgence Sugared Butter Whip Hand & Body Polish Hand and Body Polish is so light and frothy, you'll doubt it is actually an exfoliating "scrub." But don't be fooled... This all natural, sugar-based product is a sweet treat for the hands, elbows, knees,... 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 Looking for smoother, clearer, calmer skin? Then Pomegranate Exfoliating Mask developed by Dr. Murad may be an item to add to your beauty regimen. Long known for its health and beauty benefits, pomegranate fruit extract once again delivers in this easy-to-use, sweet scented, facial treat. [2016 Update:... 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 →

Gift Ideas for a Hostess, Co-worker, Neighbor, Teacher, and More - Save Time & Money Throughout The Year No matter the season, but especially at the end of the year, there is often a need for small, but pretty gifts. With so much to choose from and so little time to run around, I... Read more →

A Product Review By Here We Are Do you avoid buying extra fruits and vegetables on sale because they might go bad before you'll eat them? Clearly Fresh Bags may be the solution to saving you money while keeping your pantry stocked. These food storage bags really do extend the shelf life of fruits... Read more →

A Product Review By Here We Are Here's the buzz on the Burt's Bees natural skin care Shave Cream & Aftershave "For Men"... It's the best kept secret from women in the Burt's Bees product line! If you have seen the shave cream and aftershave lotion but haven't tried it due to the company's... 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 →

A Product Review by Here We Are Some products are so good, there isn't much to say except, skip the others and try Method's Daily Granite + Stone cleaner. If you've selected natural stone for your home, it makes sense that you'd want to clean it with as natural a product as you can... Read more →

A Post by Here We Are Teen Contributor, Emilie LoGiudice The time for giving gifts is here again. As the holidays quickly approach, many questions arise about presents, especially for teenagers. Every year, styles, colors, and interests change. What's IN one year might be OUT the next, making it hard to buy the teenager... Read more →

UPDATE 2016: While all of the gifts ideas listed in this post are still terrific hostess gifts, please note that many of the items may be more costly or not available since the publication of this article. Thank you, Luci Holiday dinners, house parties, and New Year's invitations get delivered to your door carrying... Read more →

A Product Review by Here We Are Are you always trying new under eye concealers to hide your dark circles? Is there a collection of tried-but-failed products in your makeup kit? Do the claims about the many cream, stick, and lotion based choices confuse you about which to buy? Look no more. Revlon ColorStay... Read more →

Whether you are planning to attend a Saturday morning Farmer's Market, or happen to be driving by one, be prepared to pick fresh, local produce anytime. With a few minutes of planning and packing, you'll be ready at a moment's notice week after week throughout the Farmer's Market selling season. Here is a "go... Read more →

Shades of Chartreuse - Freshly Green Tips A Product/Customer Service Review by Here We Are NOTE: This item has been discontinued as of 2011. Allow me to introduce you to the happiest bag on the planet... or at least that's how you'll feel whenever and wherever you carry it. Meet the VivaTerra "Yes" bag.... Read more →

A HWA Product Review NOTE: Sadly, Williams-Sonoma has discontinued carrying this terrific product. See the link below for an equivalent product that I am now using with the same results. ~ Luci What can you buy at Williams-Sonoma that fits in your purse, makes you smell fresh, feel clean, and only costs about $3.00?... Read more →

A Here We Are Product Review Obsessed with white teeth and fresh breath? Always trying the latest in tooth paraphernalia? I am. So when I saw the new Colgate Wisp Mini-Brush, I bought a pack right away based on the convenience it offered. At first, they were only intended for my personal use, but... Read more →

The next two weeks are the busiest "in person" shopping weeks of the year. Converging upon the brick and mortar stores are last minute shoppers, bargain hunters, and the days-after-Xmas-buying-for-me spenders. The hustle and bustle both before and after the holidays brings out many a shopping reveler. Sadly, it also brings out the bad... Read more →

2017 Update: I've added a One By One video extending the use of this rice cooker beyond couscous, oatmeal, and brown rice to eggs... Yes, eggs! For my tips on cooking these dry goods, and the eggs, check out How To Make Hard Cooked Eggs In A Rice Cooker Using The Steamer Basket. Original... Read more →

A Here We Are Product Review If you have been wondering about this seemingly helpful household item, then read between the tea leaves of this review to see if a set of Aqua Globes is in your future. Whether you are digging into your wallet to spend $9.99 for two or $14.99 for four,... Read more →

Shades of Chartreuse - Freshly Green Tips UPDATE 2018: Unfortunately, Blue Moon candles are not currently available. If this changes, I will update this article with fresh links. The "think green" movement is upon us. Everywhere you turn new ways, products, and solutions are sprouting up to make your life greener. At Here We... Read more →

Shades of Chartreuse - Freshly Green Tips Have you seen these prickly blue balls at the store? For months I walked by them without picking up a package. A few months ago, after seeing an ad touting their energy savings benefit, I asked the shop clerk, "Ray, do you have those blue balls?" It... Read more →

Tired of standing in the children’s section of a bookstore or surfing websites swamped by so many choices? As you look around, colorful covers of cute characters look back at you. Which one to pick? Maybe Emma or John already has it? Hmmm…perhaps a hat and gloves set will do fine instead. Wait weary... Read more →

Here we go again, rushing around trying to please everyone while we burn up lots of energy and money on things we don't need or we could buy for ourselves. Each year, I ask my family, "What is the point of this?" The response, accompanied by the "evil eye" and a tight lip is,... Read more →

Are you pulling out flatware, platters or candlesticks for your holiday entertaining only to find them tarnished and dull? The last thing anyone wants to do is polish silver before cleaning the house, shopping, throwing a party, or cooking a multi-course dinner. Cape Cod Metal Polishing Cloths gives you back your shine without using... Read more →

While I did not plan to do a product review for my first official entry on Here We Are… But as we all know, sometimes we get a nice surprise that we want to share and this is one of those times. I bought a new kitchen table with a beautiful dark wood top.... Read more →