Brushes 103: Hair

Like makeup brushes, there isn’t necessarily a “one size fits all purposes” hair brush out there. Femilady uses 3 different types of brushes: Sephora’s Paddle Brush for detangling; Round Boar Bristle Brush for… Continue reading →

Bath & Body Essential: Jojoba Oil

You know that I love face oil, especially in the dry winter months. But this summer body oil has become my favorite new moisturizer, especially after a day in the sun or in… Continue reading →

Want Luxe Long Locks? Enlist Kérastase’s Cristalliste

It’s a fact: Blake Lively is a freak of nature. Not only is she totally gorgeous, she’s insanely stylish–and she styles herself which makes her all the more likable. I think her hair… Continue reading →

Hair Breakage Lameness

On the lower-back of my head, I have this lame little patch of breakage in the lower layer of my hair. I know exactly why…hot yoga + hair in a bun = grumpy… Continue reading →

Allure’s Super Cool Beauty Tool

Hopeless with finding makeup and haircare products? Don’t know where to start? Well before you commit to a BirchBox type system (which I have certain opinions about and will post about later), I’ve… Continue reading →

Oribe: Nonpareil Haircare

I can’t stand it when I fall in love with something that is so out of my league. And I’m definitely not talking about men. My “league” in this situation = my precious… Continue reading →

How to be a more Beautiful Person

There are plenty of ways to be more beautiful inside and out. But here’s one quick and easy way to be a better, more beautiful you…buy from brands that don’t test on animals.… Continue reading →

How to Untangle a Rat’s Nest: Carol’s Daughter Leave-In Conditioner

When I take out my hair tie after a hot yoga class, my hair looks something like this. If I jump in the shower without brushing my hair out first, the rat’s nest… Continue reading →

Shampoo Swapping – Is it necessary?

As a product lady of the night, I’d answer “hell yes it is”. I love trying new products and I really enjoy variety. But the sensible side of Femilady–which rarely makes an appearance–wonders… Continue reading →

Beach Waves for Inept Hair-Handlers

As mentioned in my rave about Bumble and bumble, I am not good at styling hair. I’m good at taking care of it and keeping it healthy, but I’ve always been a big… Continue reading →