As you all saw in 2016, highlighters are in vogue and probably here to stay. Highlighting—or strobing—doesn’t have to be an elaborate process or an entirely new skill to your beauty arsenal, it’s just an extra step that brings attention to the high notes in the bone structure of your face–your cheekbones, nose, cupid’s bow—by … Read more
Sunscreen is an essential product for protecting our skin from sun damage that can lead to cancer. However, some chemical UV filters found in sunscreens have been implicated in contributing to coral reef bleaching. With oceans and marine ecosystems already under threat, this has raised alarm bells. But how much of this is substantiated? Let’s … Read more
There is no doubt that this has been a strange and challenging year so thinking ahead to holidays and gift giving can seem daunting. A small group of Amalie staff got together to consider the best options. As we spoke about various approaches we really felt it was important to get into the … Read more
It’s hard to believe that it’s that time of year again. This year the family gatherings and Holidays are going to be different so you’re gifting should be as well. Yes, Amalie is an organic skin care company so we are going to tell you that items like ours are the perfect gift but, they … Read more
Let’s face it, Mom’s rule! They are and always have been one of the most important people in most people’s lives. They bring us into the world, nurture, teach, support and love us in a way that only Moms can. This Mother’s Day is tough for many of us because we can’t be together But … Read more
It’s hard to know what Grandma really wants for Mother’s Day. There are lots of lists of cheesy sentimental trinkets but honestly, the grandmothers I know are way cooler than that. Todays grandmother probably has the basics she needs, has gone through downsizing and is in or near retirement. So what would be meaningful to … Read more
No matter what holidays you do or don’t celebrate, we all love a good gift. Regardless of whether we’re giving or receiving, gifting is fun all the way around. If you’re anything like me, procrastination it not a factor in holiday shopping, it is THE NAME OF THE GAME. So today I’m going to go … Read more
Like tech in Silicon Valley or fashion in New York, one simply cannot visit Seoul without feeling totally consumed by beauty. Beauty has sunken its claws into every facet of Korean life. Seoul lives, eats, breathes and believes – deeply – in beauty. Plastic surgery ads litter the streets and subways. The shops line up one … Read more
Ahh, another season turns. The seasons have been changing very quickly this year. Here in Indiana, chilly weather didn’t set in until about 2 weeks ago; last weekend we had our first snow (!) out of the blue. With the change of seasons comes an inevitable change in skincare. My skin, for one, has been … Read more
Dear Megan, What beauty routine should a 50+ woman follow to look her best? I’m a 55 year old woman that would like to be attractive for as long as possible (I’m sure I’m not alone, here, lol). I’ve not ever indulged in manicures, pedicures, skin treatments, etc., so I was looking for input and … Read more