July is not only the 6-month anniversary of The Beauty Bean (Happy ½ Birthday to The Beauty Bean!), but also marks the midpoint of 2010. (And it’s my birthday month, but that’s neither here nor there!) So, 6 months in, are you where you want to be? Have you stuck to your New Year’s resolutions? Have you reached your goals for 2010? This year, upon the launch of The Beauty Bean, I wanted us all to Beautify, Nourish, Lust, Pamper and Sweat more. Have you? If not, here are a few easy ways to get back on track (or a few ways I am at least!) – I hope you’ll join me!
Love,
Beautify
from WithinIf I’ve learned anything from our On Real Beauty series, it’s that beauty comes from within. Sure, makeup is fun (trust me, I love it as much as anyone help – perhaps even more!), but it only enhances our natural beauty. It’s our confidence, happiness, wellness, smile, laugh, intelligence, kindness and sense of humor that really makes us the most beautiful. So as your makeup threatens to melt in the heat (don’t worry – we have solutions for that, just click here!), worry less about your lip-gloss and more about nourishing your inner beauty. (Again, one of my resolutions this year!) Click here to see one way you can promote inner beauty!
Lust
for New Balance KicksThis year, running further and longer was one of my goals. So, I’ve been utilizing the tips here on The Beauty Bean to increase my time and distance. I knew I needed knew sneakers, though, when I vented on Twitter about the numerous blisters on my feet from running and saw that the overwhelming response from my followers was that I needed new kicks. For some reason, I thought blisters were par for the course when hitting the pavement (or the treadmill, as in my case). Well, lesson learned, as that is clearly not the case. Rather, after speaking with my friends at New Balance, they sent me New Balance’s 759 running shoe. With its Acteva® Lite midsole and Stability Web®, it is not only supportive and well-cushioned but also unbelievably light (weighing in at under 8.9 ounces!) and, needless to say, my feet no longer look disturbingly destroyed. New Balance 759, $94.99, nbwebexpress.com
Nourish
by Achieving Your GoalsFor many of us, 6-months ago we resolved to feel better about something. Whether you wanted to feel sexier, happier, less moody or more confident, take this month to check in on – and reach – your wellness goals. We have lots of tips here on The Beauty Bean, but if we haven’t yet covered a way to reach your goal, let us know and we will! Just email us or post on our Facebook fan page and we’ll be sure to help you reach any goal you may have!
Pamper
with the New Kindle DXNothing says relaxation more than a good book and even-better sunshine. Curled up on a lounge chair or beach towel (lathered in SPF, of course), there is little I enjoy more than a page-turning read. Lugging hearty novels back and forth to the pool or beach, though, is not on my to-do list. (The gym takes care of my weight-lifting needs and my beach-bag is too heavy as is – what with my sunscreens, cover-ups, beverages, healthy snacks and more.) Amazon’s new Kindle DX, though, takes care of all my reading desires, without the backache. Plus, I can bring multiple books with me, so I’ll never end up without the one of my choosing (or without a new one when I’ve finished my current read). Kindle DX, $379, amazon.com
Sweat
with Lacey’s July Playlist!From our newest Sweat Session DJ (and top NYC trainer), Lacey Stone!
