Category Archives: Wellness

I’ve Got a Secret…

I would like to preface this post by saying “I love my home”…It’s a 1911 Victorian with Colonial leanings. I have shades-of-white walls throughout, cozy off-white couches, lots of  wood, crystal chandeliers and gilded elements as well as a few pops of color here and there to keep it from looking too precious. Magazine editors and photographers like it–it’s chosen as a location for photo shoots every now and then.

Here comes the part where I “share”…Have you ever seen the episode of Friends where it comes to light that neatnik Monica has a locked closet filled to the brim with overflowing “crap”? Well…I’ve got a whole room like that!

It started innocently enough. I was cleaning the house before a party and realized I didn’t have time to sort through everything and put it in its proper place. I remembered a story I’d read that said if you’re short on time you should just scoop up everything, put it in a spare pillowcase, tuck it away and sort through it later when you have some free time. FYI, worked like a charm, except the free time never came and that pillowcase full of “stuff” wasn’t alone for long. Over time, I added stacks of books, magazines and bags of clothing I’m still meaning to bring to the consignment shop. Also, mirrors and paintings and lamps and even a toy chest we no longer use. Add some mistake purchases and other items I plan to sell at an upcoming (and not yet in my datebook) yard sale and the extra bedroom that was pegged as my home office had definitively turned into a junk room!

I’m sharing this info. with you because I need to make myself accountable. I hope to make this room as beautiful and inviting as the rest of my home and I’m giving myself two weeks to do it. In fourteen days I’ll show you the before and after shots and by then I expect to have a pretty home office to write my posts in.

Reader Challenge: What’s your big secret? It might be something you’re hiding from yourself or someone else, it might be a habit you’d like to change or a project you want to start. It might be work related or have something to do with a relationship. Please post a comment below or send me a private e-mail (nancy@thebeautywall.com) and let me be the incentive you need to get your act in gear. xoxoNancy

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Check out the latest in beauty, fashion, lifestyle and other good stuff!  xoxoNancy

  • The Vampire Facial is one beauty treatment I WILL NOT be trying. Click here to see what it’s all about.
  • Are Shellac manicures part of your beauty routine? If so, you’ll find important health-related info. here.
  • Raise a glass of wine, and make it red! A new study finds anti-aging benefits of resveratrol (again!) but the debate rages on. The latest news here.

Not For Your Eyes Only…A Surprise Use for Visine!

Did you know that Visine can be used for more than its intended purpose? The active ingredient Tetrahydrozoline, which brilliantly gets the red out, will also (SURPRISE SURPRISE!) get the red out of pimples! A few drops on a q-tip, applied to your blemish will make your pimple all but disappear!

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Is a Pedicure the Answer to a Healthier You?

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I came across an interesting article on a natural health website about the practice of “earthing” or “grounding”, which is basically walking barefoot and feeling the Earth beneath your feet. Supposedly, when walking barefoot, free electrons transfer into your body via the soles of your feet and can have incredible health benefits like improved sleep, a stronger immune system and even helping to fight cardiovascular disease.  Though it sounds a bit new-age-y, there’s science to back up this claim. (For more information on grounding, click here.)

Whether you believe in this practice or not, there’s no denying that it feels great and it certainly couldn’t hurt to take some time each day, slip off your shoes and feel the grass or some sand beneath your feet. A walk or some outdoor stretching will help clear your mind and boost your mood.

A pedi in a pastel or bright color is just right for Spring and it’s the added incentive you might need to shed those shoes!

Check out my new, favorite polish for toes. butterLONDON in Molly-Coddled is a gorgeous shade of lilac (aka my favorite flower!). This color looks great on all skin tones–from the fairest to the darkest–for a pretty pop of color. I know you’ll love it as much as I do!

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