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Out With the Old
By: Linda Bateman-Gomez / Timeless Beauty
Another year has come to a close and for many,
it is customary to decide what changes we
should make. Out with the old, in with the new.
Health and beauty truly go hand in hand. So
when deciding if you need to lose a few pounds or what new vitamins
you might want to start, it’s also a good time to go through your
cosmetics and clean out old products. Beauty products do have a shelf
life just like food and medicine.
A Good Time to Make
Changes Regardless of Age
By: Lisa Kemmerling / Fashion Couture
Another magical Holiday Season has passed
by and for many, saying goodbye to 2023 is a
welcome thought. As we usher in the New Year it’s always a great time
to ponder on things that may be on your “wish list.”
Perhaps travel is in the future, or picking up a new sport, or finding
time to just relax. For a large collection of people (myself included)
out with the old and in with the new, becomes part of my new year
mantra.
Standing by my walk-in closet the other day, I realized it was time to
fill up bags with the clothes that neither myself nor my husband will be
wearing anytime soon. Naturally, there are those amazing once a year
worn outfits during the holiday season which any good recycler thinks
they’ll wear again - and yet they never do.
The most important products to be mindful of are eye products and
face creams. Aside from not performing as well, products like mascara
are exposed to bacteria and fungi.
Manufactures recommend mascara be discarded after 3 months.
While there are no hard and fast FDA regulations, you can easily google
the suggested shelf life for your products.
When replacing old products, take a look at what might be new on
the market since your last purchase. Is it time to try something new or
stick to your old favorites?
If moisturizer is one of the things you need to replace, consider
Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream. Cold weather often leads to dry skin
and this cream has been a game changer for me.
I use it on the dry areas on my face and around my mouth. I also use
it on my hands and feet before bed.
While you are starting a new year, take a look at your closet. Are there
things you have been meaning to get rid of but haven’t?
This is a great time to donate those things. Perhaps consider a facility
that helps others. Or upload them to Poshmark and use the extra cash
to buy some new things.
If you are getting organized in the new year, consider extra things for
animals you might have that are no longer needed. Many shelters can
also use old blankets and towels.
What could be better than starting the new year by getting rid of
things you may not need or want and helping others, people and
animals, at the same time?
May 2024 be the start of a healthy, happy, kinder year for us all.
Linda Bateman-Gomez has an international beauty company
based in Las Vegas that specializes in cosmetics and other beauty
products. Contact Linda at TimelessBeauty2020@gmail.com or
through her website www.fullips.com.
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January 2024
The “super fitted 501” Jeans that no longer fit, or the awesome
leather jacket from the 80s. Ladies, here’s a tip, if it hasn’t made it
onto your person in the past 1-2 years, it’s probably not going to be
worn in the future.
With that, comes the challenging part. Which pieces need to go
and which one’s should stay? As a devoted fashion follower of various
brands, my recommendation is to always hang onto the pieces that are
irreplaceable.
Perhaps you have a great velvet pants suit, that is in the perfect color
of black. Definitely hang on to it as velvet is not just for the holidays,
you can mix and match by wearing the jacket with a lovely pair of
jeans, white blouse and boots. Winter white is also making a huge
comeback and looks extraordinary throughout the year.
When it comes to pairing down the closet, ask yourself one question,
“Do I see myself putting this on in the next 6 months?” If you cannot
say yes, then I’m certain many of the amazing charities around the
area would welcome those items.
The best part of freeing up your closet space - you now have room to
add any new items with all those amazing after Christmas sales!
Lisa Kemmerling is the owner of Clean Lines Fashion Consulting,
helping individuals with their packing needs for travel, as
well as finding current styles for both men & women. You can
contact her at: lisa@cleanlinesfashion.com or 925/518-4950.