Ladies Who Launch....and the continuing search for MASCARA.

As you know I have been on a journey searching for the best in MASCARA . Today I received a newsletter from a great site, Ladies Who Launch, that you should take a look at. The entire site is note worthy. The article, in particular, that I am referring to, is about Rachel Sarnoff from EcoStiletto, a Going Green site.
I like what the writer of this article states..."EcoStiletto doesn’t shill guilt, just information, showing you how to be a green goddess without sacrificing a smidge of style." So, the choice is up to us. There are a myriad of beauty products out there, each with their own little niche. Rachel speaks about why we might consider going green when searching for MASCARA. The search and the finding, depends on the individual preferences of the consumer. Our journey is not only to find the best products for our individual needs and desires, but it is a great learning process as well. Everything we do somehow affects everyone and everything around us. I , for one, am learning more and more about what that carbon footprint really means.
You can read the article here:
http://www.ladieswholaunch.com/magazine/rachel-sarnoff/2781

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In Search of the Best!

Sorry, precious readers, it's been along time since I have updated this blog. As with each of us, life happens, and sometimes our desires in writing and editing need to take a back seat. So , without further adieu, I am hoping to start working on this blog on a regular basis. Please be patient though as I am doing a lot of research, and am a real novice in the website hosting and upkeep areas. This blog, (as I am) is a work in progress. I have a great vision and high hopes though, so it will be great to have any comments along the way in the form of encouragement or advice, or even some techie help,( especially in how to insert links!) ( for which I can offer editing, or even some other life skill mentoring).

Today I want to talk about MASCARA.

Aren't we all, IN SEARCH OF THE BEST, when it comes to MASCARA. It has been a frustrating journey for most of us, hasn't it? So , this weeks search for the best MASCARA, may last for a few weeks!
Over the years we have all tried so many . My latest MASCARA journey has taken me to one of our favorite cosmetic shops, ULTA. (http://www.ulta.com/ulta/index.jsp). Over the last month, I have purchased no less than 3 different MASCARA's...ranging from $15.00 to $22.00. Not one of them has brought satisfaction. Two were almost non-existent, so dry they were almost unnoticeable, and one smudged and was clumpy, and had a very very strong odor upon applying, within only a few moments of application. (and of course, they all were labelled, smudge and clump resistant.) Those BRANDS were PUR, (http://www.purminerals.com/Eyes ), BARE ESSENTUALS (http://www.bareescentuals.com/) , and TWO FACED. (http://www.toofaced.com/).
The other brands I have tried to no avail, have been L'oreal, Rimmel, Maybelline, ORIGINS(http://www.origins.com/)..this last brand I actually loved due to the ingredients list, but I tried it two times and both times it was dry and clumpy...Lancome..( have to admit haven't tried Lancome for quite awhile)...and Chanel. Years ago Chanel had the most incredible dry cake MASCARA. They eventually stopped production due to a shortage on the ingredients I was told.( sad day....) . Someone recently told me that there are a few good, organic, natural MASCARA's out there that I should give a try. I am willing, so hopefully I will be able to report on those too. In the meantime, while IN SEARCH OF THE BEST in MASCARA land goes on, send me your comments! I would love to hear what you have to say! I will get back to you with more reviews as I am IN SEARCH OF THE BEST!

I'll Be Back!...( didn't Arnold Schwartzeneger say that?)

No, it isn't writers block. Just pure and simple life details. My own serious health problems(inoperable spinal tumor(which I AM GOING TO BEAT!)...my daughter and grandchildren in 3 accidents, thus, facilitating an out of state trip, and the list goes on.(like my 10 year old notebook computer really on its dieing last legs.) Speaking of which, if anyone knows any company or business person upgrading their laptops and they have a half way decent one they would be willing to donate, please put me on their wishlist!
Though I haven't written, the wheels have been turning, and I have had many people sending emails and phone calls asking what product reviews await. Hopefully it won't be long before I am up and running again! Until then please feel free to drop a line, advise, or request a review.

graciously,
cathy

...remember, faith is the substance of things hoped for, and the evidence of things not seen.

In Search of The Best

What is the best? According to whom? To each of us, The Best, is a matter of each persons likes and dislikes, style, age, character, gender, culture, location(location, location, location!), personal preferences and convictions, political and religious beliefs, education, hobbies, goals, desires,and so much more. It will include physical makeup, health(body, mind, and soul), family,..and just about anything that makes us who we are...as individuals.
This little blog is just a small vehicle to exploring the vast world which has now opened to us, thanks to internet technology. It is my hope and prayer that it will bless all who read it. That it will fun, informative, encouraging, thought provoking, perhaps life changing, and at very least, entertaining.