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Fall skin care routine 2025

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Fall 2025 skin care routine from top left: night cream / eye cream / day cream / hand cream / body cream / neck cream / face wash /

Fall is in the air! Since I live in California, our air doesn’t change too much from summer into fall. While temperatures cool down, the humidity, or overall dampness in the air, remains about the same. It isn’t until winter when dryness really hits. So, for the fall season, I am keeping my skin care routine the same as it was during the summer; and also sharing my favorite body cream with you.

As you know, ReVive is my stand-by when it comes to skin care. I have been using their neck cream since my late 20’s and I swear it has kept my neck looking youthful. I am addicted to this neck cream! Of course, I also love all of their products. You can’t go wrong with something from ReVive!

My favorite hand cream remains old faithful, L’Occitane classic shea butter. It is the classic, non-greasy yet moisturizing hand cream. Love!

Lastly, my daughter introduced me to Sol de Janeiro body creams and I have to say, they are amazing! Not only do they have a pretty scent, but they work wonders for skin! I am addicted for life!

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Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned for more fall coverage!

XOXO

Cathy

Fall manicure idea sparkling violet

 in Beauty / Nail Polish  tagged fall 2025 / hermes by

Fall manicure idea: violet nail polish / sparkling clear nail polish /

Isn’t this fall manicure idea fun?! I love this dark violet with red undertones from Hermes for the fall season. In addition, I have been having fun with this sparkling clear nail polish from the Hermes spring/summer collection. I have been using it as a topcoat over every color I have been painting my nails with, and it is so much fun!

This sparkling nail polish, although not an official topcoat, works perfectly as a topcoat. Since it is an additional layer of polish, it also helps keep the polish chip free. Love that!

I feel like this fall manicure can also translate into the upcoming holiday season. So, if you want to save a little money for something on your holiday wish list, this violet-red nail polish can be worn now through the holiday season and topped off with this sparkling nail polish! Love!

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Stay tuned for more fall coverage! Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Van Cleef Arpels Previous Oud edp review

 in Beauty / Fragrance  tagged fragrance reviews / van cleef and arpels by

Pictured: Van Cleef Arpels Precious Oud edp / pink nail polish /

Is there anything more luxurious and mysterious than oud? I think not! There are several oud-based fragrances available, but Precious Oud edp from Van Cleef Arpels wins the oud competition; if there is one.

As with all Van Cleef Arpels fragrances, the notes smell fresh and rich. I have had this bottle for several years, which is why it is not full, and despite being a few years old, it still smells as fresh as the day I purchased it. Van Cleef Arpels uses quality ingredients resulting in a clean, smooth, and ideal fragrance experience. Love that!

Top notes: Bergamot, Pink Pepper

Middle Notes: Jasmine, Incense, Tuberose

Base notes: Pachouli, Oud, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Ambergris

I love the warm and spicy fragrance experience from Percious Oud edp. It is perfect for the fall, winter, and spring seasons. It can also be worn on cooler summer days when the fog rolls in. Love!

So, if you are looking for a new fragrance for fall, this timeless scent is perfect! Five out of five stars!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy