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Memorial Day weekend is here and you know what that means? Time to break out the Air Conditioning units because it’s going to be summer before you know it!! Before you fire up your air conditioner, take some time to do some tune ups around the house that will lower your cooling costs and optimize…
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month. In 2010, there were nearly 45,000 new cases of thyroid disease in the United States, resulting in 1,700 deaths, according to the National Cancer Institute. Thyroid cancer, which occurs more often in women, has a 97 percent, five-year survival rate. Thyroid Cancer Survivor Lorna Brunelle says “My goal is…
We here at The Fashionable Housewife are always looking for the best way to get the most natural and gorgeous looking makeup and tans… so obviously we were really excited at the opportunity to try the Luminess Air Beauty system. Just the thought of trying something like this out made me immediately feel glamorous. I…
Yigal Azrouel Hair: Teddy Charles for TIGI Inspiration: A modern take on sexy, natural hair. Teddy created an understated and natural-looking ponytail loop-bun with a silky, textured finish. Get the Look: · CATWALK by TIGI Catwalk Root Boost · Love, Peace & the Planet by TIGI Control Freak Extra Extra Straight Hair Straightener · TIGI…
Photo above from www.beautifulhairstyles.com Not everyone cares about fashion and not everyone wears makeup, but one thing is for sure… everyone has HAIR! Fixing your hair is a part of your daily routine whether you like it or not. Whether you choose to throw it back in a ponytail or prep…
Photo above from www.beautifulhairstyles.com Not everyone cares about fashion and not everyone wears makeup, but one thing is for sure… everyone has HAIR! Fixing your hair is a part of your daily routine whether you like it or not. Whether you choose to throw it back in a ponytail or prep your hair…
Not everyone cares about fashion and not everyone wears makeup, but one thing is for sure… everyone has HAIR! Fixing your hair is a part of your daily routine whether you like it or not. Whether you choose to throw it back in a ponytail or prep your hair for a fabulous hairdo with curlers…
Whether your hair is short or long, straight sleek styles will be a huge thing this Spring 2009. If you aren’t accustomed to using a Straightening Iron, you better get one fast! We recommend the HairArt Ceramic Straightening Iron and the Infiniti by Conair Ceramic Straightener. I personally use the Infiniti by Conair Ceramic Styler,…
Blame it Amy Winehouse if you must, but The Beehive is the “it” hair-do for spring/summer 2008! The most familiar modern beehive is the wildly exaggerated style worn by Marge Simpson. While this is an extreme style and rarely worn today, modern beehives can be sleek and trendy. The idea of the beehive is to…
If you have a pale/fair skin tone like me, most bronzers don’t look right on your face. They either make your face look dirty or give it that fake orange-y tan look. I’ve tested several bronzers for my face and I finally found one that is PERFECT for pale/fair skin tones like me. If that’s…
Your HVAC system is critical to your home, providing heating and cooling to keep you comfortable year-round. With proper maintenance, you can extend the life of your HVAC system and ensure that it operates efficiently. Like any other mechanical system, HVAC systems require regular maintenance to ensure that they function correctly and last as long…
Saving energy doesn’t only cut the cost of your energy bill. It also is beneficial to the environment. If you take advantage of these ways to save energy at home, you can make a difference. 1. Replace your Light Bulbs If you use incandescent bulbs to light your home, then you’re using more energy than…
A red eye flight can be difficult even for the most experienced adult who has been on several airlines and taken multiple flights all over the world at every possible time of the day or night. So you can imagine how difficult these flights will be on children. But sometimes you simply do not have…
Certain things quietly pay for themselves over time, valued not only in dollars, but in the comfort, usability, and peace they provide. A homemaker’s worth is far more than adorning rooms or keeping them clean—it’s creating a home that heals, sustains, and grows with its residents. Good investments can earn returns in ways that are…
Why Grout Is the First to Show Dirt—and the Last to Be Cleaned Grout is one of those things you don’t notice when it’s clean—but once it darkens, discolours, or cracks, it pulls all the attention away from your tiles. It quietly absorbs spills, collects dust, and clings to moisture. Over time, what was once…
Summer has a way of slipping by if you’re not careful. One minute school’s out, and the next you’re buying back to school clothes and wondering where the time went. You have good intentions to spend more outdoor time as a family, but between busy schedules, screen time, and the heat, it’s easy to fall…