No matter how hard I wish I had perfectly flawless skin, I’ve come to terms that it’s just not possible. But luckily, I can always rely on the right foundation to help me fake it. The tricky part is finding the perfect foundation for my skin. Over the years, much of my search has been [...]
Author Archives: Jacqueline Cheney
Skin Focus: Eczema
During winter, most of us have to deal with dry, irritated skin, but for those with eczema, it isn’t just a seasonal disorder. The dry skin rashes can spring up at any time and bring with them painful inflammation and intense itching. Not sure if you have eczema? Read on to learn the symptoms and [...]
Makeup Tips for Amazing Lashes
What’s the one cosmetic you will never go without? If you’re like me, it’s mascara. Having long, dramatic lashes makes me feel beautiful, but creating those amazing lashes isn’t simple. You need the right tools and a lot of patience. Here are some makeup tips on how to achieve your best lashes. 1. Curl If [...]
When In Rome … Keep Your Fingers Out of Your Mouth
Is it just me or does that movie poster for When in Rome with Kristen Bell drive you crazy? Every time I see it I just want to yell, “Get your finger out of your mouth Kristen!” But it did remind me that all of us could probably be taking better care of our nails. Here [...]
Understanding Skin Care Ingredients: Retinol
For the past two weeks I’ve been reacquainting my skin with a dear friend named Retinol, one of my favorite skin care ingredients. Even though I’m currently in the peeling stage, I’m loving the results. My pores are clearer. My acne is healing. And my skin’s normally rough and bumpy texture is beginning to feel [...]
Cover Up Body Flaws with Makeup
Last week I was watching a new show on the Style network, What I Hate About Me, which tries to fix everything a woman hates about herself in only an hour (surprisingly, they do seem to help). Anyway, one of the things this woman hated was the keratosis pilaris on the backs of her arms. [...]
New Year’s Beauty Resolutions
I love beginning a new year. It’s my own fresh start—a brand new year unspotted by my mistakes and shortcomings. Plus, I get to indulge in my love for list-making with a new set of goals I’m eager to achieve. So, as I was preparing my 2010 resolutions list, I thought about what I would [...]
Best Skin Care Products for Winter
The dry, winter weather is here, and it’s taking a toll on your skin; so, I thought I would share some tips on how to choose the best skin care products for the season. Even here in sunny southern California, I’ve noticed a dramatic difference in my skin since summer’s humidity was replaced with drier [...]
The Quest for a Poreless Complexion
My number one skin problem? Large pores! So, today I thought I would explain why pores are so essential (yes, I’m trying to look on the bright side here) and share some easy ways we can improve their appearance. What Are Pores? A pore is an opening in the skin that allows oil and sweat [...]
Prime Time: Get More from Your Makeup with Primers
I’m always looking for makeup how to tips from the pros on improving my makeup application skills (which, I’m sad to admit, are limited). One of the best tips I learned a few years back was to always use makeup primers. For those of you who haven’t used a makeup primer, here’s a quick intro. [...]






































