Time for a warm weather refresh.Summer is around the corner, making it the perfect time to refresh your products for the warmer months. Consequently, I have an array of tried and true and brand new suggestions for skincare and makeup that will leave your skin glowing. Also, the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale has just begun so I’ll share some key recommendations […]

Spring beauty newness.From a brow gel that creates a full feathery effect and a rich eyeliner that does not budge to high performance clean makeup discoveries and a lilac blush of dreams, this month has brought plenty of beauty newness to BP headquarters. Today, I’m excited to share a swatch-heavy look at some of these fresh formulations. Many of which […]

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has arrived, offering significant discounts on brand new fall merchandise you’ll want to wear all year. To help you navigate this major shopping event, I have earnestly curated my picks into 8 key outfits and also included suggestions in baby, menswear, accessories and, of course, beauty! Outfit #1: Minimalist Look, Maximum Utility Outfit #1: Minimalist Look, […]

As a beauty writer, I often receive questions about my “top” products in every category and, when formulating an answer, I always identify the products that effortlessly make it into my beauty routine. A successful beauty routine contains products that seamlessly blend into one’s day-to-day experience. They perform predictably and consistently and, in my preference, have the potential for lasting […]

A couple of weeks ago, I posted a makeup free image on Instagram and mentioned that the skincare wardrobe that I’ve been diligently using has contributed to a newfound confidence in my bare skin. In my adult years, I’ve always felt better with makeup–however natural the look–on and, while skincare has been consistent focus, it hasn’t resulted in a freedom […]

Many of you have asked me what my favorite clean and green skincare and beauty products are. While I am a fan of beauty in every categorization, I have found a lovely array of clean and green products that, due to their efficacy and performance, make for easy substitutions in one’s routine. Today’s tutorial–featuring some of my go-to clean product […]

One of the questions I receive most from my beloved readers and followers is what haircare I regularly use and recommend. In turn, I’m excited to share my 15 favorite products for silky, healthy hair . Also, I’m sharing some silk style staples, new spring makeup and a look at my latest makeup collaboration with au Naturale, Clover + Anise! […]

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and, despite my appreciation for the resplendence of flowers and chocolate, I much prefer gifts that can be utilized for more than fleeting span of time. Consequently, I am excited to share some new beauty discoveries that simultaneously serve as timely Valentine’s Day gifting inspiration.For yourself, for a friend, there’s truly something for […]

I hope you is off to a marvelous start! Today, I am excited to share some resplendent newness in clean beauty from some of my favorite green brands. Including from the most utilitarian eyeshadow palette and skin-finish foundation to glowing blush-meets-bronzer and a quintessential red lip. This post will help you creating a vibrant full face with skin (and earth)-friendly […]