For a gorgeous glow, bronzers are the typical beauty go-to. But so far this summer, I’ve been smitten with M·A·C Cosmetics‘ matte powder blush in Mocha (a soft plum/pink shade).

While it doesn’t make my skin look sun-kissed, it does provide a pretty pop of color that brings out my cheekbones and complements my recent bold lip choices.

I may change my mind and opt for a shimmery, just-left-the-beach look, but for now this matte blush will be a mainstay in my summer makeup bag.

Which do you prefer during the summer, bronzers or powder blush?

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In case you haven’t already check out Carol’s Daughter relatively new site, TransitioningMovement.com, it’s a wonderful online destination for women going through various transitions in their lives.

While the site’s focus is mainly on transitioning from chemically-treated to natural hair (tips, products, etc.), it also features beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and mind & body write-ups. The site’s aim is to be the resource for your journey.

Yours truly penned a piece about combatting those bad-hairs. Check it out here!

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June is Acne Awareness Month and unfortunately, my skin seems to be “celebrating.” For the past few months, my skin has been sprinkled with breakouts.  Seriously, my skin is starting to resemble a tween’s instead of a 32-year-old’s!

I’m not sure if it’s the stress of potty-training a toddler (I recently accomplished that huge feat) or simply hormonal. Whatever the culprit, I’ve been giving Rx for Brown Skin’s new acne products a go in hopes that they will halt my newfound skin horrors.

Founded by a BG dermatologist, Dr. Susan Taylor, the line speaks to our specific skin needs.

So far, the Precise Clarity spot treatment has been successful at shrinking my zits overnight. The salicylic acid-based formula soaks up the gunk leaving behind a much more presentable pimple (if such a thing exists). Plus, once applied it gives a slight tingle, which makes me feel like it’s really working! But, wait what’s worse than unsightly blemishes? Dark spots aka hyper-pigmentation that’s what. Luckily, the Clear Luminosity hydrating cne lotion tackles the post-pimple plight by evening skin tone.

If your skin seems to be taking you on a roller-coaster ride hop off and get some stability with this amazing BG brand.

Have you ever tried Rx for Brown Skin products? 

**The winner of the Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy Ultra Shea product line is: Tiffany Victoria. Congrats! Please send me your mailing address. 

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I’ll admit it, I’m a bit late to board the L’Oreal Paris Voluminous False Fibers mascara bandwagon. I’m not exactly sure why I hadn’t heard about this lash-loving product before now, but thanks to last month’s Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) Beauty Awards I got the memo.

This is the mother of all mascaras, which is why it was named by CEW as one of the best beauty products of 2012.

The tiny bristles allow for ultra-fine fibers to cling to every lash making them appear longer and thicker.  Plus, the application is super easy and the intensifying formula eliminates the need of double coats (I still apply two coats because Tammy Faye Baker is my role model when it comes to lashes). Forget about clumps, flakes, or gooey lashes with this mascara must-have.

Oh and it’s called “false” lashes for a reason. It will make your eyes pop and look as if you’re wearing falsies because of the full, volumized effect. Nothing makes me look more alive than a swipe of mascara and this one rises to the occasion.

If you envy long, luscious lashes look no further than this “liquid falsies” mascara.

*I was provided product for this post, but all thoughts and opinions are my own.”

What’s your favorite mascara brand?

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Since I’ve suffered from a super dry, flaky scalp for as long as I can remember, I’m always on the hunt for a solution to my problem. Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy’s Ultra Shea Nourishing Scalp & Hair Oil has been my most recent answer.

I’ve tried countless products and even prescriptions to provide moisture that my scalp and strands so desperately needed, but none of them have worked as well as this oil. It soaks in quickly without leaving behind a greasy build-up akin to the majority of the other scalp nourishments I’ve tried.

Ideal for hot oil treatments, it soothes and locks in moisture leaving strands and scalp fully hydrated. Formulated with natural goodies such as shea butter, coconut, almond, sunflower, argon, soybean, and palm oils, this product is perfect for naturalistas and relaxed BGs.

While I know that water intake is the most effective and sensible solution to combating dry scalp, sometimes you just need a little instant help to mask unsightly dry patches. Used in conjunction with the shampoo and conditioner, it’s the perfect antidote for those who seeking healthy, hydrated hair and scalp.

What products do you use to quench your dry scalp and hair? Would you like to try this entire line (shampoo, conditioner, oil, and balm)? If so, simply leave a comment and a winner will be randomly selected and announced next Wednesday, June 20th. 


**The winner of the AVEENO prize pack is Nylse! Congrats and please send me your mailing address.

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Angela Simmons may be the offspring of hip-hop royalty, but she’s a fashion and beauty trendsetter in her own right. The business-savvy entrepreneur is set to launch a hair extension line in collaboration with leading human hair extension brand Indiqué later this month called Angela Simmons by Indiqué Hair.

In celebration of summer, the line is releasing its debut offering – BIKINI, a wavy, tousled texture ideal for beach jaunts and strolls on the shore.

“To me, hair is a statement and an extension of your wardrobe and I’ve always been drawn to fashion and being able to change up my look,” Simmons said in a release.

Known for her philanthropic efforts, Simmons will donate a portion of the proceeds from BIKINI to CancerCare, a national organization whose mission is to provide free professional help to people will all types of cancers through counseling, education, information and referral, and direct financial assistance.

Whether she’s dodging paparazzi or fending off rumors of a romance with Lil Romeo, Simmons is a BG who keeps us watching.

What’s your go-to hairstyle for the summer? Would you ever purchase extensions from this line? 

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