As women age, many of us struggle with the question, "Should I go gray or keep dying my hair?" It's a very individual decision. Now that we've experienced being locked down in a global pandemic unable to go to a beauty salon for hair color services, many women are doing their own hair at home. This post was originally published 7/2016 and updated 2/2021. But what if … [Read more...]
What is Rosacea and Is It Linked to Alcohol Abuse?
Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness. It often starts with the cheeks and nose, but it can spread to other areas. The first sign many people notice is flushing of the nose and cheeks. As it progresses, other symptoms often develop as well. The link between rosacea and alcohol abuse exists, but it's more complex than most people realize. Before we get into the … [Read more...]
The Granny Dress For Modern-Day Grannies
Do you remember when we wore granny dresses? They were countrified and prudish long dresses with high necks, long sleeves, and lots of ruffles. I think they may have been a solution to the mid-calf mini- skirts we were wearing. Granny dresses haven’t exactly gone away but are now a little sexier. They’re also comfortable and an attractive clothing item to wear now that … [Read more...]
How to Rock a Cardigan Sweater Over 50
When the weather gets cool there's nothing like a classy cardigan sweater to warm you up and to layer over your clothes. They're also perfect to cover up a woman over 50's muffin-top and other flaws. A while back, I was given the opportunity to review an item from NIC+ZOE After browsing their online shopping website, I picked out a beige/gold-fringed long cardigan … [Read more...]
The Beauty of Wearing Shift Dresses for Almost Every Figure
Not too many of us are dressing up in cocktail gowns or work attire these days because we’re still stuck at home. So, what are you wearing these days? Are you hanging out in your PJs, old sweatpants, or a moo moo? For me, I live in shift dresses. I’ve never been a fan of jeans Call me weird, but they’ve never worked with my high-waist and poochy tummy. Stretch pants are … [Read more...]