Sheer Goddess Skin Care

Bright Eyes

Almost every morning when I wake up, I look like I haven’t slept at all.  My face is puffy and my eyes have big dark circles.  I am down right scary.  Of course I have to figure out a way to revive my skin.  A piece of ice smoothed over your face will create circulation and bring color to the surface.  Tea spoons kept in the freezer will help your under eyes return from frog to fab (hold gently on your under eyes for about 30 second and put the spoons back in the freezer). 

Drink a little caffeine of your choice and now get ready for your day.  A clean and healthy complexion is your best canvas.  www.sheergoddess.com offers two natural, gentle and effective options for you to try.

Phraeda’s Dew Fresh Cleansing Gel and Moisturizing Facial Toner Duo Pack (great for warm weather use).

Phraeda’s Marmalade Dreams Facial Cleanser and Toner Duo Pack (wonderful when you really need to perk up).

You may want to order both packs and alternate they are both healing and gentle as well as easy to use.  A little goes a long way.  And bonus, it is completely natural so you will not have any irritation.

Don’t forget to curl your eyelashes before mascara; your eye will look more awake and younger.

Stay Beautiful, XO Ann

 

 

 

The Perfect Duo

This is such an odd time of year; the mornings are a little cool and the afternoon is sweltering.  What do you wear?  How do take care of your skin? 

Wear layers, a sweater or a jacket over a top will get through the chill of the morning and you can take it off when it gets to warm. 

For your skin www.sheergoddess.com has a perfect duo that cleanses and tones.  Phraeda’s Dew Fresh Cleansing Gel and Dew Fresh Toner is an all natural way to care for your skin during the unpredictable weather. 

The cleansing get has aloe, tea tree or and pro – vitamin B.  The aloe is an anti-inflammatory, the tea tree oil is an antiseptic and the pro - vitamin B is great for anti aging. 

The mild toner is great for all skin types is a soothing, non drying pick me up, it conditions and protects your skins natural PH balance.  This gentle and combination can be used morning and night. 

Don’t forget these also make wonderful gifts for friends and family!

Stay beautiful, XO Ann

 

 

Start your Holiday Purchases Now!

When we were growing up, like everyone else I know, up money was always a little tight.  My mom was and still is a creative genius with money, meal planning, and holidays.  We never gave it a second thought that we always had gifts on Christmas Day.  Even through the very lean years, my parents managed. 
 
Recently I asked her how she did it, my mom is a very humble person and acted like it was nothing, but after a glass of wine she spilled her secrets of the holiday planning to me. 
 
My mom bought presents and decorations all year; she framed artwork for each holiday covered pillows in holiday themed material.  All year my mom did this; we were blissfully unaware and thought we were rich.
 
This is a great idea; it is economical and time saving.  www.sheergoddess.com is a great place to start picking up gifts right now.  Create a stock pile in your closet.  Woman love beauty products and these natural toners and moisturizers are sure to please. 
 
Another tip, scarves, sweaters, and boots are really cheap right now.  You can buy them on line and tuck them away.
 
Stay Beautiful, XO Ann

 

See what you have!

If you are planning to purchase some new clothes for the spring and summer, do yourself a favor and take stock of what you have already.  Since there are no hard and fast rules in fashion right now, everything is in style.
 
Separate your wardrobe by function;
 
Skirts
Dresses
Jeans
Pants
Shorts
Blouses
Jackets
Tee shirts
Shoes (flats, pumps, sandals)
 
Now that you have done that look at what you have and piece together new combinations.
 
Skirt - tee shirt - sandals
 
Dress - blouse - flats
 
Pants - tee shirt - jacket
 
Try things on, make sure everything fits, if they don't fit and you don't love it, then donate it.
 
Add a few accessories - scarves, jewelry, etc ... Take pictures with your phone so you can remember your brilliants styles.  Before you know it you will have enough combinations that will take you into fall.  If this seems like a grueling job, turn on some music and have some fun.
 
Don't forget to iron; everything looks better and more expensive when pressed. 

Don't forget to take care of your skin too. Your legs, feet and arms need to look their best this season.  www.sheergoddess.com has Phraeda's Tea Rose Luxurious Body smoothing Lotion that will smooth and brighten your extremities. 
 
Stay Beautiful, Ann

Sandal Season!

Sandal season is completely here now, so time to take care of your feet and toes.  Re-introducing your feet to society can be fun and you can look lovely with a few steps - no pun intended.  You can do all this at home too and save a little money.

Soak you feet in warm water, add some Phraeda's Himalayan Pink bath Salts, www.sheergoddess.com it is soothing, healing and has a delightful fragrance. 

Exfoliate the dry skin with a pumice stone, Phraeda's Tea Rose Luxurious Body Smoothing Lotion www.sheergoddess.com on your feet and wrap with plastic.  Phraeda's Tea Rose Luxurious Body Smoothing Lotion has silk proteins that will add moisture up to 24 hours. 

Place socks on over the plastic for about 20 minutes, remove the socks and the plastic, rinse in tepid water. 

Buff your nails and swipe a little nail polish remover across the nail bed.  You are ready to apply your favorite spring color!  Relax and let the polish dry. 

Stay Beautiful, XO Ann

 

Spuds for the face!

Most of my family lineage is from Ireland, so we always ate potatoes.  I am sure most of you would agree that in any form they are always delish.  They are loaded with vitamin B and C, magnesium, zinc, and potassium; which also makes them good for you.

Potatoes also have other uses like cleaning silverware and shining shoes.  One of the most interesting thing about potatoes is they can also help you skin.

The healing ingredients can sooth cuts and scrapes as well as hydrate the skin.  One of my favorite details about this amazing spud is it can also de-puff your eyes.  Here is how you would do this…

Slice raw potatoes into pieces so you have circles.  Lie down and place them on your eyes for 10 minutes.  When you are finished splash some cold water on your face and you will see a wide awake you in the mirror.

This is a perfect treat for date night preparation and so cost effective.  Wrap up the rest of the potato and microwave it for lunch (add little butter and salt).  Beauty and lunch in one; victory!

Our favorite root crop also provides a favorite libation – Vodka, which also has it's own unrelated healing powers.)

Stay Beautiful, Ann

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Keep the static away

When it is cold and dry there is always static.  Your clothing rides up, your hair sticks out, and you get shocked when you touch a door knob. 

All of these things can be avoided with a little moisturizer.  www.sheergoddess.com offers the perfect product to help eliminate static from your life.  Phraeda’s Tea Rose Luxurious Body Smoothing Lotion is natural and long lasting.

In the morning after you get out of the shower, be sure to put Phraeda’s Tea Rose on your legs and arms.  This is the best time to moisturize.  As you are getting dressed if you are wearing a dress/skirt or pants, put a little more lotion on your legs.  Moisturize you hands at the same time and take a swipe through your hair.

You will not only relieve your itchy dryness but you will also eliminate the static.  The best part about this product is it last for 24 hours.  Also, the scent is delish. 

Until the warm weather returns, enjoy your big fuzzy sweaters, hot chocolate, and keep the static away!

XO Ann

Skin Hydration

Hydrating your skin is the most important thing you can do for anti-aging.  Drinking plenty of fluids, eating watery fruits and vegetables is also a key factor to hydrating from the inside. 

Hydrating your skin from the outside is extremely important too.  www.sheergoddess.com offers several hydrating creams and lotions.  Phraeda’s Hibiscus and White Ginger night Crème is perfect for when you have had a long day, especially if you work or live in a dry environment.  Because it is completely natural, your skin absorbs it willingly.

The ingredients are healing and nourishing and have a wonderful soothing scent.

This is also a great gift for the family, friends and co-workers.

XO Ann

Plan your week by planning your wardrobe first.

I have a little secret for you, I have been planning my work wardrobe on Sunday nights for 21 years.  I choose my outfits, stocking or tights, jewelry and accessories oh and shoes.  It sounds a kind of crazy and hard core, but it works so well for me, that I look forward to it.  Here is why... 

We all hate Monday, not because we have to go back to work but because we are not prepared for the week.  This seems like a daunting, uncontrollable and stressful task.  But in reality it is just planning.  I have a challenge for you...

Go on line and look at the weather forecast for the week.

Go to your closet and choose 5 outfits for work that will hold up in the weather.  Check to make sure everything is wearable and has no holes or lost button or stains.   Choosing your clothes and  checking them only takes 10 minutes.

Iron what needs to be ironed.

Look at your shoes and make sure they are in good shape.  Don't wear ratty shoes to work.

Choose accessories if you want.  In less than an hour you have your whole wardrobe planned for the week.  This gives you an extra half hour in the morning. You will look pulled together, you will get to work early, and you will be less stressed. 

As a treat for taking care of your clothes on Sunday night, get a glass of wine and take a bath with Phraeda’s Himalayan Pink Bath Salts.  www.sheergoddess.com It is hand mined minerals that are naturally pink that set the tone for relaxation.

I also think you will save money on new clothing because you will wear what you have and look fabulous.

If you are feeling really industrious, make your lunch the night before too.  It is a healthy economic option.

XOXO Ann

 

Pantone Pumpkin

It has been a wonderful week in the life of Ann. Every November, there is a joyous celebration when Pantone announces its new color for the following year. Being in the home furnishing/design industry, this is my 4th of July. This year there are two outstanding recycled colors that made my toes curl.

The first is Cerulean Blue (cir. 2000). Miranda (played by Meryl Streep) in the "Devil Wears Prada" gave entire dissertation on how this color came to fashion.  Please see this movie if you haven't.

The next color is Fusia Rose (cir. 2001).  It was indeed a memorable and sad year for the whole world.  This time around things are looking a little rosier.

One of my all time favorites not chosen for 2013 is Pantone Pumpkin Orange (not to be confused with 2012’s color Tangerine Tango).

The Pumpkin Orange was named by the English in 1922, is a combination of the primary colors red and yellow with a little white mixed in. Because it has a little more yellow than red, it is has a warmer hue.  This by the way is awesome for color blocking.    

For your wardrobe, Pumpkin Orange looks great with purple, mint green, red, and other shades of orange. 

For your home, use it as an accent piece like a vase or a pillow, or even books.  Or if you are daring, paint one wall as an accent.

Anyway my friends, I hope you are able to bring some color into your colorful lives!

XOXO Ann

 


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