Your Sweat Acne Could Be A Fungal Condition
“My work-out buddy! Great way to fight against post work-out #sweat #acne @vmvhypoallergenics id #monolaurin gel #vmv #vmvhypoallergenics #sweatacne #antibacterial #antifungal #antiacne #hypoallergenic #pimples #health #wellness #skin #skincare #pilates #absworkout” via @annaanastacio You want to work out, not break out. There are many types of acne… …and knowing which acne you have can make a […]
Wedding Belles — Say I “DEW”: Bridal Skin + Beauty
Lorinda, a good friend of the VMV family, has a contagious love of life and the world. She’s lived in Ghana, Spain, the Netherlands, New York, Brazil and D.C., where she met now-husband Ben, in their last semester at law school. Ben loved Lorinda’s cooking (they later went on a journey to eat their way across […]
How To Choose The Right Toner
a) What are your skin concerns? b) Choose your toner. It’s that simple. What tends to be more complicated: figuring out if you need a toner at all, and choosing a toner if you’re pregnant. Do I need a toner? Toning removes deeper-seated grime (why you still see some gunk on your cotton ball after […]
I “DEW”: Natural Bridal Makeup
Wow When You Vow! Makeup artist and organic beauty coach Jess Arnaudin used earth tones strategically blended with peaches and pinks to create a honeyed, natural radiance. Jess applying Kathleen’s makeup. Get Kathleen’s Look! EYES: Two True Hues Eyeshadow Duo in Life’s A Beach (sunshine and blue skies) and Bleecker (a sophisticated bordeaux-copper palette). (H)Eyebrow in Brown for […]
Your Skin Wants You To Exercise Daily: 30-Day Healthy Skin Challenge
“Post #bootcamp…I swear my #espresso’s smiling at me 🙂 #workout 145, day 144, 2016. #dailyexercise #dailyworkouts #hiit #fitness #health #happiness #pourmeasmile” via @LauraAtVMV Work out daily. Not 3x-a-week, not 4x…but every day. Why? Most of us lead sedentary lives, with hours and hours of inactivity in front of a computer or binge watching a current TV […]
Bridal Beauty: 1920s Nostalgic Nuptials
By Jess Arnaudin With the popularity of Downtown Abbey and the cinematic adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel “The Great Gatsby”, 1920’s fashion came roaring back into popular culture. Many modern brides are embracing the glamour and decadence of this bygone era. With these tips for incorporating vintage elegance into your big day, you’ll be the “Cat’s Meow”! THE DRESS. […]
Your Skin Wants You To EAT Your Antioxidants
“Dinner in the sunshine. Natural fiber place mats, retro tin camping plates, spinach soup, lotsa veggies, grilled fish. #healthyeats #eatarainbow” via @LauraAtVMV It’s not just what you stop eating — great skin comes from what you DO eat. The junk is gone, yay for you! Now what? First, let’s over-emphasize how thankful your skin is […]
Junk Food Is Junk For Your Skin
It’s called “junk” for good reason. Dump the junk. NO MORE JUNK FOOD. Get rid of it, don’t shop for it, don’t store it. Unless that isn’t clear yet: while you can lessen some less-than-healthy foods, junk food does your body, brain, and skin ZERO favors, period, and needs to not have a role in your life. At […]
Keep Your Sunscreen Next To Your Toothpaste: 30-Day Healthy Skin Challenge
Repeat to self: sunscreen every day, all year round. Sunscreen is a daily necessity. This may be the single most important skin tip you ever learn: wear sunscreen every single day, whether you’re spending the day indoors or outdoors, and all year round. Like brushing your teeth…just do it every day. Sunscreen is arguably the […]