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The Hormonal Mama

After much thought and consideration, I decided it was time to hang up my “Esthetician’s Day Off” apron and rebrand as The Hormonal Mama. But why? Over the past 2 years, my life has changed in (amazing) ways I still…

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Jill of all Trades?

People often ask me why I choose to do such a broad variety of things in my professional life, and I find that I have no clear answer other than, I have a large variety of interests, and I choose…

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Categories Skin Care

Let’s Break This Down

I’m frequently asked what exactly a facial is and how it’s different from regular, daily, skin cleansing. There are many steps to a professional facial, and the fun part is that each facial is a little bit different.  If you’ve…

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Categories Skin Care

Tropical Island Facial

Last week there was a vicious heat wave that made the east coast feel more like a tropical island (minus the palm trees) than the far from tropical, 4 seasons a year climate we are used to.  During that bout…

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Categories Skin Care

Bye Bye Blemishes!

You know how it goes… a random pimple appears out of nowhere, and you have a big event coming up, do you pop it, put hot compresses on it, just cover it up, or curl up into a ball and cry…

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Categories Skin Care

Brush on Blog

While it may be the very beginning of spring here in the Northeast (though it feels like the dead of winter!), that doesn’t mean that the sun is finished doing its job.  See, even in the colder weather, when you’re…

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Categories Art Studio Arts Sewing

Welcome Back!

As you may or may not know, about 6 months ago, I had a traumatic fall and injured my shoulder.  This injury required surgery and during my recovery, I developed adhesive capsulitis, better known as frozen shoulder.  Because of this…

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Categories Skin Care

When Strawberry Met Spearmint

Dealing with incessantly oily skin is a drag.  Your skin may show up shiny in photos, it may feel heavy or it may even feel like an oil slick!  One of the most frustrating side effects of excessively oily skin,…

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Categories Skin Care

Chocolate – Not Just for Eating Anymore!

If you’re looking for hydration, softening, and anti-aging for your skin, then look no further! The Dark Chocolate Mint Mask is your saving grace.  This mask has amazing benefits and will leave your skin so unbelievably soft, you may even…

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