Why do I love Tata Harper so much? Well for starters, I have met Tata many times now, and am even lucky to call her a friend. She is the best example of how her line really works. I mean, it’s truly hard to tell her exact age. Her skin is tight and supple so much so that she never really needs to wear makeup. The first time I actually tried Tata Harper skincare was at Exhale spa where Tata was giving mini facials. Once I got one of my own, I was hooked. Right then and there.

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Tata’s line is organic and filled with the most powerful ingredients, hence the hefty price tag. Everything is made right on her farm in Vermont, where she often invites editors and friends to experience the magic. She also uses 100% non-toxic 100% of the time. So this means that everything you put on your skin isn’t going to poison you. You’d be surprised – some of your favorite lines are filled with TONS of harmful chemicals. As I get older, I care about two things – results and clean ingredients that aren’t sabotaging my health. Another reason I love this line is because I can share it with my mom. Even though we are 30 years apart, we can still use the same line. It works for all ages.

Today, I wanted to share it with you. From her life-changing serums, to her new(ish) illuminating line (that eliminates the need for makeup). Her body balm gets rids of stretch marks and cellulite and her hand and eye creams are so lovely. Also her little aromatherapy line makes for the Best gifts. You really get addicted to those smells. Oh, and guess what?! Today and tomorrow, Tata’s whole site is 15% off, PLUS free two day shipping. There’s no better time than now to stock up on all your favorite gifts.

Floral Essence Moisturizing Toner

Boosted Contouring Eye Mask

Concentrated Brightening Essence

Redefining Body Balm

Rejuvenating Hand Cream

Volumizing Lip and Cheek Tint

Illuminating Moisturizer

Aromatic Bedtime Treatment

Limited Edition Honey Blossom Mask

Secondly, they need to be skilled. Your wedding is NOT the time to mess around with someone who isn’t capable of giving you what you want. You want to feel the prettiest that you have ever felt before in your life – otherwise your whole night is going to be off, because you will be thinking and saying to anyone will listen, “Do I look ok?” This is certainly not what you want.

I was lucky to find someone that I really loved, Jaclyn, who works for Charlotte Tilbury. We worked together to create my wedding look which was inspired by Black Swan. My dress was rather Black Swan-esque and my hair complemented the whole ballet look as well. I wanted Cate Blanchett SK-II-esque translucent skin, no blush (because I always feel like I look so “done”), stained matte lips and some sort of pink eye. I initially thought I wanted black eyes but in the end, I decided on something softer, more etherial and fairy.

This is exactly what we used to get the look. For more pictures from my wedding day, you can check under the hashtag #thebodmers.

SK-II Facial Essence

SK-II GenOptics Aura Essence

SK-II R.N.A. POWER Radical New Age Cream

Verso Eye Serum

Sk-II Mid-Day Essence

Dolce & Gabanna Perfect Reveal Lift Foundation in Creamy 80

Tom Ford Complexion Enhancing Primer

Nars Concealer in Vanilla

Charlotte Tilbury The Retoucher in 1 Fair

Tom Ford Cream Color for Eye in 09 Pink Haze (bottom)

Tom Ford Cream and Powder Eye Color in 03 Golden Peach (this was patted on top of the Pink Haze)

RMS “Un” Powder (just around my nose and t-zone)

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Skin Perfecting Micro-Powder 1 Fair (dusted all over)

Charlotte Tilbury Eye Liner

Charlotte Tilbury Mascara (used below the lashes)

Ardell Individual Lashes Starter Kit (no stripes here, no thank you)

Charlotte Tilbury Brow Lift

Glossier Boy Brow

Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow – Fair/Medium

RMS Beauty Living Luminizer

RMS Beauty Master Mixer

Charlotte Tilbury Lipcheat in Pillow Talk

Charlotte Tilbury Lipstick in Dolce Vita

I considered heading back on over to Benefit until she was back in business, but with all my travels and being so busy, I don’t always have time to get it together. Plus, I got so used to just handling everything at home. Enter: Completely Bare Ready, Set, Wax! Wax Strips Kit for Face, Bikini & Body. I know what you are thinking; I can’t wax myself at home. But yes you can and it couldn’t be easier, quicker and cost effective. The customizable sheets are so easy to use because there is no heating involved. You simply rip open the packaging, cut to the size you need and remove the adhesive. I love how easy they are to use anytime, anywhere to remove the shortest and most stubborn of hairs. They are also perfect for the summer when you find yourself in need of more frequent touch ups. Trust me on this one, girls, and thank me later.

Pro tip: Anytime before you wax, always make sure to exfoliate first.

This post was sponsored by Completely Bare Products but the thoughts and options are all my own. Images by Slim Aarons. 

Whether it was the travel, the cold weather or the climate change, this was clear proof that icy wintery weather can do crazy things to us. And it doesn’t stop with the lips. Chipped nails, splitting cuticles, dry skin and static hair are all symptoms of the severe weather changes that affect us all.

Here are a few things you can do to combat chilling temperatures.

1. Swap your nail oil for something even richer. Dior Créme Apricot Fortifying Cream for the Nails should really be reserved for bedtime use only because it’s so strong. Created in 1963, Dior’s “cult-favorite magic multi-tasker” encourages nail growth, improves nail strength, and conditions cuticles.

2. Add a face oil into the mix. There’s a common misconception that in the winter, we should swap our night creams and moisturizers for an oil. This is only partly true. For serious and long lasting moisturize mix an oil like with your existing cream. This duo protects, hydrates and repairs at the same time. Pai Rosehip BioRegenerate Oil is the B.O.M.B. A little goes a long way, so the bottle lasts forever, and it will never cause a breakout. It’s perfect for all skin types and I like it because it literally plumps my skin.

3. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturizer and never leave home with your “everything” balm. You can never have enough balms, am I right? Now is the time to use them like crazy. These are my favorites (and yes, I need all three) for my handbag, my desk and my bedside table respectively: Glossier Balm Dotcom, All You Need Is Me by True Organic of Sweden and Pommade Divine by Nature’s Remedy Balm.

4. Coat your feet in a salve. There’s a reason Weleda Skin Food is in every makeup artist’s kit. You can use it everywhere—on your elbows, dry patches and all over your feet.

5. Wash your face with a balm. Amanda Lacey’s Cleansing Pomade is simply the best. It’s made with Calendula Oil and other rich ingredients that soothe and gently exfoliate the skin. It also cleans your face like nothing else. Trust me, you will be addicted to this one.

6. Incorporate something blue into your skincare sitch. May Lindstrom’s Blue Cocoon Beauty Balm Concentrate is so good. The ultra hydrating concentrate melts into your skin and leaves your skin plumped and hydrated. You can even dab it on as an eye or lip treatment for a natural, yet glowy sheen. For something to use every day, Chanel’s Hydra Beauty Créme Riche is simply the best. I had always been a fan of the old-school Chanel Hydramax, which is why I was delighted when they expanded the line to include this. The formula features the moisturizing powers of camellia alba, the antioxidant powers of blue ginger and the nutritive benefits of camellia oil to give your skin the necessary tools to strengthen while restoring its natural radiance, suppleness and beauty.

7. Take an oil-based bath. Long baths and showers can actually be drying on your skin. So whenever you make time for a luscious detox bath, make sure to add plenty of oils. Instantly transport yourself to somewhere exotic with Coqui Coqui Coco Coco Bath Oil. It’s the most delicious and nourishing. Bonus tip: Add a huge dollop of coconut oil into the bath for even more moisture.

8. Add some liquid gold to those stressed out strands. Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Oil protects, hydrates and even styles. It’s really the only styling treatment you need all winter long. It disappears into hair leaving it super soft and sleek. Tame down frizz and flyaways with this antioxidant-packed and beautifully scented camellia oil.

When Jessica Richards recommends something, you pay attention. In case you haven’t heard, Jessica is the founder of Shen Beauty, Brooklyn’s coolest beauty spot, which means she’s always got the 411 on what’s new and trending. A few days ago, she suggested that I check out Icelandic skincare brand Hannes Dóttir, and boy am I glad I did.

This line – straight from the land of beautiful blonds with icy white skin – is everything you could want in a skincare line. It’s 100% natural and made from powerful elements sourced from the volcanic fjords of Iceland. Sea kelp feeds vital micronutrients. Alum crystal lights and firms. Iodine encourages cell regeneration and reduces fine lines. The goal is to resurface and restore, so your complexion can glow naturally. Um, sign me up.

Is this the line that will turn back time? Maybe. You must give it a try… ASAP.

And in the famous words of Notorious B.I.G, “If you don’t know, now you know.” Consider yourself briefed. Let me know if you try the line for yourself in the comments below. Keep me in the loop!

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