Quick Makeup Trick: Healthy Glow Without Shiny-Face

I love translucent finishing powder (I love Too Faced and Laura Mercier) to safeguard against shiny face syndrome, which can creep up (and screw up an otherwise pretty picture) even when you have dry skin like me. Dust it on after your BB cream/foundation/concealer/etc. for a flawless finish, and VOILA: No oily mess on your mug. BUT, … Read more

My Phone Detox + Why Everyone Should Do It

The recently viral video below inspired me to write a piece I’ve been sitting on since June. Take a look (warning: you might feel a little sad), and then read on… Unsettling, right? Let me begin… In 2010, when I was debating agonizing over quitting my public relations job (and steady paycheck) to pursue writing … Read more

Cara Conquers South Beach….the Healthy Way

We’ve all come home from a vacation feeling like a total unhealthy slob after days and eating and drinking, then it takes the same length of time AS the vacation (or longer!) to get back on track. But it doesn’t have to be like that! Don’t worry–I’m not suggesting you plan out a workout regime … Read more

Why Fest Season is the Best Season

Jean shorts, dirty feet, Cheeto-colored spray tans, bra-less nipples, day drinking, $12 beers, sweat ‘staches, and food stands frying every edible object possible. That’s right, lovers and losers: It’s FESTIVAL SEASON. And your ol’ friend Tom is here to discuss it. Running from spring through summer, this jovial season is composed of EDM festivals, beer … Read more

Just Another Mani Monday: Nail Care for Cold Weather

It’s official: Fall is here (and I’m not ready). I haven’t even switched out my closet yet, but I suppose I better get on it because colder temps are here to stay. But with the change of season not only comes a change in fashion, but also in beauty routine. When it comes to my … Read more

The Friday 5: Things Men Need to Know About Women

Hold onto your boxer briefs because this one is for the fellas! Remember a few weeks ago when we were on Q100’s The Bert Show women’s panel answering all the burning questions guys wanted to know about sex, self-sex, and more sex? Well (shockingly) they asked us back. The same crew—me, Cara (W+P health/fitness expert), … Read more

The Final Anniversary Giveaway: Beauty + Bedroom Must-Haves

Apparently, there’s a sexy theme on W+P this week: Legs, selfies, and now the giveaway I’m announcing. Sorry if you’re a prude and/or are easily offended by riske chat, but I didn’t plan it this way. (But then again, if that’s the case, you’re reading the wrong blog.) ANYWAY, I’m giving away three beauty + … Read more

Skincare Straight From the Garden + Have the Softest Hands Ever + FREE Shipping

Guess what? Your skincare products could be making you FAT! Kidding. But now that I have your attention. We know the skincare and cosmetics industry is seriously slack with regulations, which means companies can put toxic, potentially cancer-causing chemicals in your moisturizer and you rub that nastiness deeeeep into your pores every single day. I know…terrifying. … Read more

How to Reject a Guy Gently and Effectively….With 6 Words

Hey gals. Your new bestie Tom here. I want to give you a smidge of advice and share the story of how the most attractive girl on this sweet Earth rejected me when I asked her out, BUT made feel like a million bucks at the same time. Now, you might not know this, but rejection … Read more

How to Lose a Guy in 7 Days (From Tough Love Tom)

Ok ladies, it’s your man-friend Trey here (aka Tough Love Tom) taking a break from Candy Crush to help you figure out the male gender and how to not mess up a good thing in a week or less. We already discussed long toenails and bad spray tans, but at the end of this Pulitzer … Read more