T-O Baby

A few weeks ago, I did a morning segment on The U, a local morning show in Chicago. If you’re so inclined to watch me be really enthusiastic very early in the a.m., here’s the segment. After talking about foundations for a few minutes, the host asked me what my blog was all about. I knew the question was coming and recited my usual script of beauty discovery with a Chicago filter. But is that me still? I don’t believe so and I think it’s a good thing. If we’re being honest, I no longer strive to be constantly trying what’s

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Realness

The Cult of Ouai

I’ve had all of the feelings for Ouai’s Dry Shampoo Foam. Mega anticipation before it launched, excitement when I finally snagged a bottle, frustration the first few times I used it and, finally, ease and contentment now that I’ve figured out how to make it work for me. I think you’ve got to shift your thinking on this before you use it or your expectations might best you. It’s not really a dry shampoo, it’s more of a refreshing foam. Mindset matters here. First, this is a really innovative product which is what I’ve come to expect from Ouai. I had a

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Hair

That’s a Wrap, February

February was the bee’s knees. It’s never a month I hang my year on, but I’d take many more like this if given the choice. Usually the month known best for separating polar vortex from more daylight, I typically like February because it’s short. It is never 70 degrees in Chicago in February. Especially not for a week.  I also ended the month in Tulum, so February delivered on all fronts. I felt a responsibility to get outside and enjoy the city. I had ice cream. I walked so much I got blisters. In my effort to soak up the

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