DIY spa recipes on #INsight...

Today on INsight I demonstrated my 3 favorite (and super easy) DIY spa recipes...click the links below to check them out.  Fair warning:  At one point I actually say, "just...ream it."  Oy vey...

DIY Beauty Disasters - I have certainly had my fair share of bad DIY beauty experiments.  I've put nearly everything you could think of on my hair, the worst being mayo...yuck!  I stay away from at home treatments that involve chemicals and I like to keep the recipes on the simple side.  It's not very relaxing to clean up a giant mess afterwards.

DIY Beauty Tips - I have used this recipe for body scrub for  years and I swear by it.  It is so effective but so much less expensive than store bought varieties.  Plus, I love knowing that it's literally two organic ingredients - no dyes, no fragrance, no chemicals.  For the face mask, I like to mash up the avocado before adding the honey - this gives you more control with the texture of the mask.  The foot soak recipe is also really great for the whole body but use a full gallon of milk in your bathtub and eliminate the rocks/marbles (ouch).

For more home spa recipes check out the resources below!

Spa Index

All Natural Beauty

Spa Magazine

Thanks for watching!

xx

JDF

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cancer services...

I was recently given the opportunity to tour a very special place here in Ft. Wayne, Indiana.  Cancer Services is a not for profit organization that helps those affected by cancer "by providing individual support, durable medical equipment, information, transportation, health supplies, financial assistance, complementary care and support groups."  It's an amazing organization and one that deserves a ton of community support since I've yet to meet anyone who has not been affected by cancer...

In addition to the multitude of services and support offered, Cancer Services provides complimentary body massages and wigs to their clients.  I was absolutely stunned when I walked into the wig room - there are so many options, including head wraps and hats.  The loss of hair during cancer treatment can add tons of worry to an already stressful experience.  Plus, wigs can be very expensive to own and maintain.  Cancer Services allows their clients two wigs at a time and they can be switched out if they want to try something new.  A volunteer helps to maintain the wigs and as well as fit the clients so they leave with a look they can love during a very difficult time.

Check out all the services and support offered by Cancer Services here.  Consider volunteering, making a donation or participating in an event sponsored by Cancer Services to help support this very noble and important Ft. Wayne organization.

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fall makeup trends and tips...

Today on INsight the ladies and I discussed the trends for makeup and hair this season.  Check out the clips below!

Fall Make Up Trends - I love Charity's quote about painting the barn...hilarious!  I'd love to say I leave the house looking super glam everyday but that just isn't the case.  When I don't put on my face (as my grandmother says) I opt for a luminizing moisturizer for a subtle glow...but I NEVER leave without sunglasses...NEVER!

Eye & Hair Trends - I love a chignon but always need help doing it myself...Click here to buy or here for detailed usage.  Check out the complete range from Butter London...one of my very favorite beauty brands EVER! Click here for the mascara I presented on air by CoverGirl but for my navy colored mascara pick of the season click here. 

Lip & Cheek Trends - I am so into a red lip this fall (and nearly every fall) but Tarte's Natural Lip Tint is my new favorite.  Stila Convertible Color compacts are must haves for me...I adore all the colors for both lips and cheeks (and in some cases eyes).

xx

JDF

I had an idea...

This summer a tweet was sent out by the Indy Film Fest about a limited edition poster created by Indianapolis based People for Urban Progress.  I clicked the link to see the poster and bought it instantly.  I had just moved to Indiana and was feeling this exact sentiment.  I have yet to hang the poster but I really love reading it.

Today, the poster just really spoke to me and I finally checked out the website for People for Urban Progress...UMMM, they kick some serious ass!  I am all for their mission and would love to see them grow and to inspire others to do the same.  Coming across groups like PUP gives me great hope for a fresh and modern future...

The poster is no longer available (maybe they'll do another run) but they sell other really cool shit on Etsy.

xx
JDF

Missoni for Target...

Today on INsight on Indiana News Center I dished on all things Missoni for Target with hosts Emilie and Charity.  While it's slim pickings at Target stores and online by now we still had fun talking about one of the hottest fall trends.

Check out my segments online:

Fall Fashion & Missoni for Target Intro
We talk about not being a slave to trends as well as how to go quickly from gym to running errands.  There's no reason to completely change just to grab milk on the way home.  Just tweak your gym look a tad by throwing a blouse or tunic over your yoga pants, exchange trainers for flats and you're good to go. 

Missoni for Target clothes and accessories
Yes, most everything sold out within one day but that doesn't mean you have to miss out on the whole look.  I feel confident colorful chevron and zig zag clothing and decor will be arriving in many stores rather quickly.  The popularity of this affordable release at Target will definitely inspire other brands to follow suit...

Missoni for Target home decor
The home decor items were my favorites of the entire collection.  The dishes, media storage boxes and toss pillow were just the splash of color my home needed this fall.

Thanks for watching!

xx
JDF