Upkeep

I didn't make any resolutions this year because honestly...I am too lazy. I don't do well with goals and end dates. I like to kinda meander through life. That being said....I did realize that I needed to start some kind of "upkeep". By that I mean, making an effort with my appearance. I used to be that girl that wore makeup and was always out looking for a cute outfit. Well....those days were long gone and I know the exact day that they left. The day I gave birth. That little boy came out of me and I put myself second. 5 years later, I am happy to say that I am going to focus on me. I've been taking care of my hair and skin. I even bought some Clinique powder yesterday. I'll never be that hip chick I was 8 years ago but I can be more than a frumpy mom.

Smells Good

I was having one of those days (weeks) where I needed some kind of retail therapy. As soon as I walked into the store, I saw this on a display table. It is Halle Berry's newest perfume, Halle by Halle Berry-Pure Orchid. It smells good. Unlike her first perfume, which I did not like, this one is more floral. It's not heavy and could be worn every day. And since I paid less than $15 for it (0.5 oz), I think I did good! Much better than turning to food for a pick me up.

Ambi Update

I had high hopes for the Ambi but.....it doesn't seem to be working. So...I don't know, maybe I will go back to what I did in high school. I just used Noxzema and followed with an astringent. I will give it a few days before I make a decision. Kelly said I should try Proactiv. We'll see.

Acne at my age? Really.

I have noticed in the last year that I have acne. I don't mean just a pimple popping up randomly every now and again. I constantly am having small clusters of pimples all over my face. It reminds me of when I first started getting acne YEARS ago when I was in my teens. So...I have decided to discipline myself and start a skincare regimen. These are the products that I will be using.

I decided to go with Ambi for a couple of reasons. One, it will also help to improve the tone of my skin. Two, it was cheaper than Aveeno (although not by much). I have very sensitive skin so I only use the exfoliating wash 2-3 times a week. Everything else...once a day. I am also using an acne treatment from Neutrogena.

So....it's only been about a week since I started. I will let you know how it goes.

Kimberley