The Jennifer C Show

The Jennifer C Show

By: Jennifer C

Language: en

Categories: Society, Culture, Arts, Fashion, Beauty, Education, Self Improvement

Welcome to the Jennifer C Show This one is a little bit of everything - Pop culture and celebrity musings, book reads and critique/discussions, along with easy and natural over-40 beauty tips, with a bit of Christian faith thrown in. It’s a lot. I’m a lot. Settle in and let’s discuss. xoxo Jennifer (As for the beauty stuff….I have been a licensed esthetician and makeup artist for over two decades!)

Episodes

Meghan Markle's DARK ENERGY on Full Display in Paris
Jan 09, 2026

Meghan showed up in Paris to promote a fashion brand linked with a disgusting scandal AND THEN she proceeded to channel what I believe to be some very dark and demonic energy. Let's Discuss.

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Duration: 00:28:23
Whatever Happened to Grace and DIGNITY- Madonna is half-naked (AGAIN) and we need to chat
Jan 05, 2026

So Madonna is half naked on the old Instagram (again.) Apparently, she has been ramping up the raunchiness for a few years now. Why is this almost 70 year old woman STILL parading around like this, 40 years after she first became famous? Being overtly sexual and "in your face" was always Madonna's "thing" but this is getting sad and ridiculous. Let's get to the bottom of it all and also - let's talk about a woman of timeless grace, beauty and elegance - Audrey Hepburn. Audrey was a woman whose life serves as a direct contrast to Madonna's constant stream...

Duration: 00:43:07
LEST WE FORGET 2025 - Harry and Meghan's DUMP HEAP of a YEAR
Jan 01, 2026

This year was certainly a BANGER for the Duke and Duchess of DELUSION! Let's go through it all together - what can these fools teach us about how NOT to live our lives? This is VOLUME 1- THE worst of Harry and Meghan from January-February 2025 and my commentary on it. Enjoy! xoxo Jen

 

 

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Duration: 00:47:31
Harry and Meghan - King & Queen of ASMR & BORING "Holiday" Cards (2018-2025)
Dec 31, 2025

Let's look at all of the weird and colossally boring "Holiday" cards that Meghan and Harry have subjected us all to since 2018! They are truly the gift that keeps on giving. NOT.

 

 

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Duration: 00:30:18
EVERYTHING is Falling Apart- The HAUNTING of Harry and Meghan
Dec 31, 2025

Now that the Christmas season is here, I couldn't help but be reminded of one of my favorite stories of all time - Charles Dickens' Masterpiece, "A Christmas Carol." We all know it - the timeless classic where the old miser Ebenezer Scrooge is forced to confront his past and present misdeeds, as well as the frightening reality of what his future may hold if he doesn't change his stringy and cold hearted ways. You may be wondering, what does "A Christmas Carol" have to do with Harry and Meghan Markle? A lot, actually. Let's Discuss.

 

Duration: 01:11:21
When Errol died, his HOUSE came ALIVE - Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep. 10
Dec 30, 2025

Let's continue with the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" by Robert Matzen and Micheal Mazzone. It's time for Ch. 10, called "This OLE House." The famous Mulholland Farm, the house that Errol Flynn built specifically to his liking, to be his castle away from the world, still lived and breathed on for almost 30 years after his death. In this video, we take a look at the new owners and the legacies that they started up at the Farm after the Flynn years. First up is country music legend and gospel cowboy Stuart Hamblen, who moves in after Errol is forced...

Duration: 00:34:59
Errol’s 3 Wives, 4 Kids, 15 yr old Girlfriend, and his $25 Coffin - “Errol Flynn Slept Here"- Ep.9
Dec 28, 2025

Let's continue with the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" by Robert Matzen and Micheal Mazzone. It's time for Ch. 9 , called "Tiger Lil's Revenge" Let's discuss the last and sad final years of Errol Flynn. Decades of boozing, gallivanting, and partying, 3 wives, and countless strings of relationships and one night stands have finally caught up with the original Hollywood action hero, Errol Flynn. Find out how Errol spent the last years of his life (two of them in the arms of his teenaged lover) and how his fiery, first wife, French silent film star, Lili Damita finally got her revenge...

Duration: 01:13:31
Harry and Meghan's Titles HAVE TO GO
Dec 13, 2025

Prince Harry is still delusional and thinks he is a real, full time working royal, Meghan shows up on a movie set and freaks out about her "cameo" role, and Fergie and Andrew are in the "doghouse" lamenting their current lots in life.

 

Let's discuss.

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Duration: 00:50:55
"Spoiling for Trouble" - Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep.8
Dec 12, 2025

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Errol Flynn Series -

Let's continue with the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" - It's time for Ch. 6 - "In Like Flynn.

Barely surviving a statutory rape trial in 1943, a bewildered yet defiant Errol Flynn is acquitted, and emerges bruised and bewildered, yet ever defiant, in his vain attempt to continue enjoy living. Tragically, he fails to make sense of it all as he struggles to redefine the next (and last) 16 years of his life on earth. Spoiler - He doesn't learn a damn thing.

In this episode...

Duration: 01:10:50
How Errol Flynn Aged 10 Years in 21 Days- Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep.7
Dec 05, 2025

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Errol Flynn Series -

Let's continue with the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" - It's time for Ch. 5 
"Having My Wicked Way."

 

It was inevitable. After 7 years of Errol Flynn's Hollywood boozing, carousing, and partying, the good times had to come to a halt. It all begins one night in October 1942, in the San Fernando Mountains high above Hollywood. Two plain clothed police detectives show up to the front door of Errol's beloved Mulholland House- and in an instant, Errol's life changes forever.

In this ep...

Duration: 00:55:31
Damned, Reckless FOOL" - Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep. 6
Nov 28, 2025

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Errol Flynn Series -

Let's continue with the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" - It's time for Ch. 4- "Flying the Jolly Roger."

Up at Mulholland Farm, Errol continues to booze and live it up, and he even brawls in clubs on the Sunset Strip. But the most outrageous story is yet to come…How DID the dead body of Hollywood Legend John Barrymore make its way up to Errol's living room one creepy night in 1942? Find out!

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Duration: 00:40:51
Errol Flynn and his Two Way Bedroom Mirror - Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep. 5
Nov 21, 2025

Welcome to Episode 5 of the "Errol Flynn Slept Here" Series, taken from the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" by Robert Matzen and Micheal Mazzone.

It's time for Ch. 3- "Bachelor's Paradise." In this chapter, we find out all about Errol's raunchy and wicked ways up in his secluded Hollywood Hills "California Colonial" style house on the grounds of his beloved Mulholland Farm. Learn how he designed Mulholland House to tailor exclusively to his voyeuristic wicked ways.

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Duration: 00:44:55
DO NOT try Meghan Markle's Crazy Irresponsible Bath Salt Recipe
Nov 16, 2025

In this video, as a 20+ year esthetician,  I explain the potential risks of Meghan's DIY Bath Salt Soak recipe from Episode #1 of her "With Love Meghan" series (Season 1) and why you should NOT try her method for yourself WITHOUT knowledge of essential oils and their potential risks!

There MAY be the potential for skin irritations if you use an essential oil ON ITS OWN without using "carrier oils" - and I explain this in detail in the video. In episode 1 of her series, Meghan makes a DIY at home bath salt soak recipe, but I realized that th...

Duration: 00:19:34
"Poles Apart - Except in Bed" - Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep. 4
Nov 14, 2025

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Errol Flynn Series -

Let's continue with the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" by Robert Matzen and Micheal Mazzone- It's time for Ch. 2 - "The Road to Mulholland."

In this chapter, we find out all about Errol's tumultuous yet saucy relationship with his first wife, silent French Film Star Lili Damita, and how he begins his journey to acquiring his beloved Mulholland Farm.

 

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Duration: 00:52:00
Watching Meghan Markle can actually make us better people
Nov 12, 2025

This is a juicy one and NEEDS TO BE SAID Let's talk about what Meghan is unfortunately seeking in her life and business endeavors, what she SHOULD seek in her life, and her ongoing Victimhood narrative. I also examine WHY we get so angry and unsettled when we watch her story and actions play out in the media and the Royal Family - and how watching all of this play out can offer examples in our OWN lives in what NOT to do if we want to be happy.

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Duration: 00:19:22
Looking for the "Love" in Meghan Markle's "With Love, Meghan" Show
Nov 09, 2025

I finally watched "With Love, Meghan" Netflix series season 1 and here are my thoughts. Spoiler alert-

I was underwhelmed and it wasn't good.

Grab a tasty beverage and spend some time with me!

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Duration: 00:23:11
"Flynn's Luck" - Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep. 3
Nov 07, 2025

Welcome to the THIRD episode of the "Errol Flynn Slept Here" Series, taken from the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" by Robert Matzen and Micheal Mazzone.

Let's get into the book with Chapter 1 and learn about Errol's early life in Tasmania and how this devilishly handsome man became the King of Old Hollywood!

 

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Duration: 00:38:42
"The House that Died" - Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep. 2
Nov 07, 2025

Welcome to the Second episode of the "Errol Flynn Slept Here" Series, taken from the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" by Robert Matzen and Micheal Mazzone.

We have SO much Backstory to cover before we get into the actual book!

Let's go back in time to 1987- We are high in the mountains overlooking Los Angeles. Let's explore the grounds of a once grand, but now old, dank, and decrepit house that stands at the end of the long and winding road that is Mulholland Drive - Mulholland House. At that time, it stood dead...

Duration: 00:25:01
Meet Errol Flynn and his "Wicked, Wicked Ways"- Errol Flynn Slept Here Ep.1
Nov 07, 2025

Welcome to the First episode of the "Errol Flynn Slept Here" Series, taken from the book "Errol Flynn Slept Here" by Robert Matzen and Micheal Mazzone.

In this episode, I introduce you to the magnetic and reckless Movie Star Errol Flynn, and to the house he built called Mulholland Farm by telling you a little GHOST story! I hope you enjoy this series, I can't wait to bring you more episodes!

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Duration: 00:33:58
Meghan Markle's "As Ever" brand is super boring and on life support.
Nov 07, 2025

NO ONE is even talking about Meghan's brand "As Ever" - just mere MONTHS after she launched it. Why? Could it be because of the haphazard "all over the place" messaging? How about the lack of transparency regarding brand metrics? Or maybe it's just because of the divisiveness of the brand founder herself. In this video I start out by highlighting all of the latest distractions Meghan and Harry are involved with, why Meghan seems not to even care about her company due to lack of messaging and focus, and in closing, I offer up my unsolicited opinions as...

Duration: 00:47:46
Ep. 38 Master a Super Simple Skincare Routine. Really.
Dec 05, 2024

In this episode, I share important beauty tips I wish I had known when I was 25 years old (now that I'm 50!) If you have a daughter or someone in your life who is 18-25, be sure to pass this episode on! xo, Jennifer

YT VIDEOS REFERENCED - SKINCARE 101 PLAYLIST- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyIMNnG5yA1_d5iwkaEgEMP2sY_JKeQQL

 

 HOW TO FIX DULL DAMAGED HAIR AFTER 45 - https://youtu.be/6xlo2UyPziI

 OILY ROOTS AND DRY ENDS? - https://youtu.be/72UQl5R60SE

Skincare Products I lov...

Duration: 00:30:41
Ep. 37 Struggling with Oily Roots and Dry Ends? Tips to Get Your Hair Looking Lustrous
Nov 21, 2024

"Struggling with oily roots and dry ends? Find out how to fix it with the right shampoo and technique!

 00:00 There IS a right way to shampoo your hair

00:37 Common Shampooing Mistakes

01:43 Choosing the Right Shampoo for Your Scalp

04:10 Proper Shampooing Technique

07:18 Double Cleansing for Your Scalp

08:45 Rinsing and

Final Tips 10:45 Personal Recommendations and Conclusion

 

Here's my YouTube video about how to take care of Dry Damaged Hair after 50 - (Basically how to take care of your dry ends!)

https://yo...

Duration: 00:16:35
Ep. 36 My New Favorite Creme Foundation for over 40 Skin- The Dior Foundation Stick!
Oct 29, 2024

I really did not want to like this foundation- It was hyped and it was expensive. And this video/episode  is NOT sponsored btw...

Now that I have turned 50 I have realized - the LESS makeup I wear, the better I look! I HATE thick heavy makeup that looks like a mask. It makes me look and feel older. So what was my opinion of this foundation after wearing it for a month? Find out!

Watch the VIDEO version of this episode HERE-

https://youtu.be/a2_SMP24fFE

 

Wa...

Duration: 00:23:10
Ep. 35 Wear LESS makeup after 40 to look BETTER - My Favorite Time Saving and Simple Tips
Oct 18, 2024

Now that I have turned 50 I have realized - the LESS makeup I wear, the better I look! Here are my best tips for how to use less actual makeup on your face AND makeup products to look even better - with a easy and healthy makeup mindset so you won't have to worry about following crazy trends.

Thanks for Listening!

My YouTube  makeup tips playlist here-

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyIMNnG5yA189Choq2TqIU11yg0xY9cyv&si=BfATEuLbMWtWhZMR

 

 

You can shop ALL of my mak...

Duration: 00:24:09
Ep. 34 - Fix Dull, Damaged, Color Treated Hair As You Get Older
Sep 23, 2024

If you are over 50, 45 or even 40, and you have long hair that is dull, damaged and brittle AND you also color and heat style like I do - then this episode is for you! I share all of my easy, no nonsense tweaks that you can do at home with your products.

These are all the things that will make a HUGE difference in getting your hair soft and silky with ACTUAL SHINE!

I hope you enjoy this episode!

This is the link to my Amazon Store that contains all of my favorite...

Duration: 00:25:26
Ep 33- One of the Best Skincare Tips I Could Ever Give You
Sep 05, 2024

This is skincare advice that you never really hear, because everyone is an "expert" and everyone likes to complicate things. This one is simple but a really effective tip. It involves the ONLY time you need to be washing your face!

I mean it, let's make skincare SIMPLE. Once you learn this stuff, you can never "unlearn" it!!

 

ALL THE THINGS SIMPLE BEAUTY 👇🏼

 

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Is your skin misbe...

Duration: 00:17:34
Ep. 32 - WHY Are You STILL Washing Your Face Twice a Day?
Aug 14, 2024

In this episode, I challenge the long-standing beauty myth that you need to wash your face twice a day. I will share with you all of  the negative effects of over-washing and how a unnecessary morning face wash strips the natural oils from the skin, potentially causing more harm than good.

This ONE tip costs nothing to implement and will make a HUGE difference in your skin!

For more detailed skincare tips, check out my comprehensive Nude Skin program. Link is below

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Duration: 00:19:32
Ep. 31 An Easy Self Tanning Routine - My Secrets to Great Results in LESS time - EVERY Time!
Aug 04, 2024

In this episode I'm talking about my simple 3 Step, SELF TANNING process - IT'S MY SUPER EASY NIGHTTIME routine- to help you get flawless results in LESS TIME - Every time!

 

Everyone hates an hours long, drawn out self tanning process. I have been self tanning for almost 30 years so I know what I am talking about. I'm sharing my tried and true secrets to help you get it done quickly- at night before you go to bed -so that it doesn't interfere with your life AND so your results LAST! I hope you enjoy i...

Duration: 00:30:16
Ep 30 - Fix Dry Summer Skin with the Right Products
Jul 26, 2024

Hey Ladies! In today's episode I want to help you to keep your skin soft and hydrated in the summertime. Our skin is constantly assaulted and at risk of dryness in the summertime - this is because of the hot blazing sun, and constant air conditioning- which can do a number on our skin just like running the indoor heat in the wintertime! 

Despite this, a lot of us are not hydrating and protecting our skin properly in the summertime. Today, I go beyond talking about using SPF and going into exactly how you can really pamper y...

Duration: 00:18:07
Ep. 29 A Makeup Tutorial You Can Listen to - Get a Glowing "Sun-kissed" Look - Without the UV Rays!
Jul 18, 2024

In this Episode,

I will walk you through a beautiful, subtle, bronzy, slightly sunburnt makeup- just in time for summer! 

Don't worry, you can LEARN while Listening!  I will be sharing some great skin prep makeup tips - what to put under your makeup to protect and keep the skin glowing and the makeup lasting. I will also show you how to get a glowing foundation look so that you can still see your SKIN so that you will  get a glowy, natural appearance.

The tutorial includes detailed steps on applying foundation, bronzer, blu...

Duration: 00:30:02
Ep. 28 How to Prevent "Old Lady" Hands | Avoid these Handwashing Mistakes!
Jul 05, 2024

In this Episode, I will tell you the number one mistake I see women making when they are washing their hands - and why you need to change WHAT you are using to prevent the dreaded "old lady" hands. I'm not into "anti aging"- I think aging is a privilege - BUT you need to be making sure that you are keeping your hands as soft and smooth as you can - and I bet you're using the wrong things! 

I'll share with you what I use to keep my hands as soft as possible, and w...

Duration: 00:23:35
Ep. 27 | Stress Less - A Perfectionist's Guide to Unwinding
Jun 29, 2024

This episode is part 2 of my "Burnout Recovery Masterclass", where I go into actual things you can do at home to beat stress and unwind. 

It doesn't have to be difficult, but most of us do not make the time to prioritize ourselves. I will show you how, even among your endless to-do lists. I will show you how to carve out moments for relaxation, engage in fun activities, and make more meaningful connections with people you love all from the comfort of your home.

These things are simple and don't cost a lot, and i...

Duration: 00:30:59
Ep. 26 - Hack Your Beauty Routine TODAY for Less than $10 - With Two MUST HAVE Products!
Jun 21, 2024

In this episode, I introduce TWO of my favorite and super affordable  'lifeline products' specifically tailored for busy women over 40.

They offer multiple health and beauty benefits, ESP now in the hot summertime -  including reducing muscle soreness, improving sleep, and exfoliating skin; and another great product to help keep skin cool and dry, prevent SPF stickiness, and also helps to improve self-tanner application!

 

These products are truly indispensable for everyone, and they aren’t talked about enough- and you’ll be surprised about WHAT these two great and inexpensive beauty products are! I hope...

Duration: 00:21:18
Ep.25 | Heat-Proof Makeup Tips for Summer Beauty Over 40 - w/ Multi-Tasking Products I’m Loving!
Jun 12, 2024

Hey everyone, it's Jennifer! In this episode, I'm sharing the importance of taking time to relax and enjoy summer, even in this crazy heat.

I'll dive into some natural, easy summer makeup tips to beat the heat for those of us over 40—featuring products from Ilia and Aleph Beauty and even great drugstore finds from Maybelline, Revlon and L.A Girl Cosmetics.

I'll emphasize the importance of sunscreen and offer practical makeup tips for hot, humid conditions. Plus, I'll let you know about my new FREE skincare guide, 'The Skin Reset,' which aims to si...

Duration: 00:29:11
E.24 Burnout Recovery Masterclass- The Devil Wants You Burnt Out- But the Lord Has Your Back! (How to Handle the Chaos of Burnout)
May 31, 2024

In this episode, I discuss the pervasive issue of burnout, and I’ll share personal experiences of the past eight months. (It hasn’t all been good!) I’ll address the symptoms, causes, and societal impact of burnout. 

 

I’ll get into the weeds with you on the CRUCIALLY awesome power of mindset and spiritual connection, while I guide you on recognizing burnout in your own life.

 

I will also introduce practical, faith-based steps to combat burnout and remind you of the importance of resting in 

God, maintaining a daily relati...

Duration: 00:44:57
Ep.23 The Ultimate Guide to Hyaluronic Acid: How to Use It the Right Way, and Do You Really Need It?
Apr 19, 2024

In this episode of the 'Beauty Advice Made Simple' podcast, I delve into the world of hyaluronic acid, a popular skincare ingredient prevalent in products ranging from cleansers to serums and lotions.

I’ll explain what hyaluronic acid is, its benefits for maintaining moisture and promoting a healthy skin barrier, and how our body's natural production decreases with age. 

I will also provide essential tips on using hyaluronic acid correctly to avoid common mistakes, particularly the importance of sealing it with a moisturizer to prevent transepidermal water loss.  (TEWL.)

I also challenge the noti...

Duration: 00:21:57
Ep. 22 Unlocking Natural Beauty: Reducing Sugar and Kicking the Soda Habit for Better Skin
Apr 09, 2024

In This episode of the 'Beauty Advice Made Simple Podcast' I stress the negative impacts of excess sugar consumption on health AND our skin. We all know too much sugar causes weight gain, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes, BUT let's talk about how sugar affects the skin by causing

-inflammation

-collagen and elastin break down

 and contributes to conditions like acne. I will also offer you guidance on breaking the unhealthy soda habit by introducing a healthy 'moonshine' drink recipe developed by the website "Trim Healthy Mama", which is a great healthy alternative t...

Duration: 00:24:53
Ep. 21 SAVE TIME in Your Nighttime Routine with Micellar Water and My Favorite Brands
Mar 29, 2024

 

In this episode of the Beauty Advice Made Simple podcast, I discuss the advantages of using micellar water as an alternative to makeup wipes. I’ll remind you WHY  makeup wipes can be harmful to the skin (due to their rough texture, excessive exfoliation potential, and unwanted preservatives) and why Micellar Water is a MUCH better alternative in every way!

 

I’ll explain how micellar water is an effective option for removing makeup, SPF, and dirt from the skin without irritating it. I’ll tell you exactly what it is, about its origins in France...

Duration: 00:23:03
Ep.20 WATER IS NOT BORING! The Real Ways It Can Help Your Skin - And Hacks to Help You Drink More of It
Mar 19, 2024

In this episode of the Beauty Made Simple Podcast, we are talking about water and how it affects our health and our skin- but -

it won't be the same old boring stuff you are used to hearing about! You know what I mean...how drinking a lot of water leads to "glowing skin" blah, blah, blah.

Yes, drinking water DOES lead to healthy glowing skin- but not in the exact way you have been led to believe. In this episode, I break down- 

What water REALLY does to the inside of our b...

Duration: 00:25:46
Ep.19 -Makeup Wipes -Why I Don't Like Them and Want You to Stop Using Them
Mar 08, 2024

IF YOU USE MAKEUP REMOVING WIPES EVERYDAY (OR A LOT!) THEN THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU SISTER! 

 

Are you a Makeup Wipe Lover? If you said yes, it’s probably because you love them for their easy convenience. But - are they good for your skin? The answer is NO - Makeup Wipes are NOT good for your skin and shouldn’t be used on a daily basis in lieu of a good facial cleanser!

In this episode I talk about all the reasons why makeup wipes are literally the worst way to take o...

Duration: 00:17:15
Ep. 18 Three BIG Skincare Mistakes to Stop Making - Right NOW!
Mar 01, 2024

What if you were making mistakes in your skincare routine that were aging and irritating your skin, but you weren’t even aware that you were making them? Or worse, what if you KNEW you were making these mistakes, but didn’t really see the VALUE in stopping them ( or you think…Hmmm NO BIGGIE?)

Trust me you do NOT want to be making these mistakes in your skin care routine. Stop doing them TODAY and your skin will thank you - NOW and for the rest of your life!

 

In this episode I break...

Duration: 00:19:24
Ep.17 Let’s Face It Lent can be Rough(How to Start to Feel Better About It)
Feb 22, 2024

It happens to all of us - It seems like Lent has a particular way of “sneaking” up on us every single year. No sooner are we finally able to catch our breath from the beautiful yet hectic Season of Christmas, THEN -  Lent comes up and smacks us across the face!

“I’M HERE!” It cries. UGH. Needless to say - we feel anxious (maybe even a little upset) because we just don’t feel READY.

I have been in your shoes. I AM in your shoes!

This year it felt like Lent came WAY...

Duration: 00:20:57
Ep.16 How to Use a Facial Oil in Your Skin Care Routine and Which Oil to Pick for YOUR Skin Type
Feb 16, 2024

 

If you want to learn about facial oils and how to use them in your skincare routine, then this is episode is for you!

Believe it or not- there is a right and wrong way to use a facial oil! Do YOU know the right way to use and layer a facial oil in your skincare routine? Most women don’t! They also don’t know that facial oils don’t offer Hydration to you skin - only skincare products that contain water can do that- but they do moisturize- and yes, there is a differe...

Duration: 00:25:13
Ep.15 Want A Secret to Soft, Hydrated Skin? Let’s Talk About “Slugging”-The Viral Skin Hack
Feb 05, 2024

You may have heard of “slugging” the viral skincare trend that promises super soft, glowing skin. You might be wondering where the trend came from, what exactly it is, and if you should try it.

In this episode I break down what “Slugging” is, and which skin types it is most suitable for.

I also tell you what to use while “slugging” - some of the myths surrounding the best products to use when you “slug” and the results you should expect. The answers may surprise you!

ALL THE THINGS SIMPLE BEAUTY 👇🏼

 

My YouTube...

Duration: 00:34:54
BONUS EPISODE - Vlog #1- Things That Changed the Game for Me! My Nespresso Machine and The Bible in a Year Podcast!
Feb 02, 2024

I was chatting on my YouTube channel last week about things that changed the GAME for me in 2022-2023

As a middle aged full time HOMESCHOOL mom who runs a Podcast and online business, (HELP ME 🤣) I LIVE for my morning cup ‘o joe - and my Nespresso Vertuo Machine is literally JUST like having a barista cup of coffee shop brew in my kitchen ( but with my Robe and PJs on!)

Take that, along with my Favorite Podcast “The Bible in a Year” and it is THE key to a great morning! God is good my f...

Duration: 00:26:24
Ep. 14 Back to Basics - Part 2-Skin Types vs. Skin Conditions - Are You Creating Problem Skin Conditions?
Jan 29, 2024

In the Last episode we talked about Skin Types, and this week we are talking about Skin Conditions -and YES -  there is a difference.

Skin Conditions- dehydration, excessive oiliness or inflamed skin are sometimes well within our control (unlike our skin types, which are genetic) so learning how to effectively manage them can mean the difference between good skin and GREAT SKIN!

I can’t wait for you to  Learn more with me in this episode!

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Duration: 00:19:15
Ep. 14 Back to Basics- Skin Types Vs. Conditions Pt. 2- Why Some Skin Conditions (Like Dehydration)Can Be Self- Inflicted
Jan 29, 2024

In the Last episode we talked about Skin Types, and this week we are talking about Skin Conditions -and YES -  there is a difference.

Skin Conditions, like dehydration, excessive oiliness or inflamed skin are sometimes well within our control (unlike our skin types, which are genetic) so learning how to effectively manage them can mean the difference between good skin and GREAT SKIN!

I can’t wait for you to  Learn more with me in this episode!

 

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Duration: 00:19:11
Ep.13 Back to Basics - Skin Type Vs. Skin Conditions Part 1 - Understand Your Skin “Type”- Get Better Skin!
Jan 22, 2024

Welcome to the Back to Basic Series - Skin Types and Skin Conditions Part 1

You might think that you know your skin type, but do you know WHY you have your skin type?

How about the best products FOR you skin type? It might be easier than you think to understand your skin type and what to use - whether you have dry skin or oily skin, or something in between. So many beauty companies and influencers have us believing that we need to all be buying different TYPES of skin care products along with...

Duration: 00:27:57
Ep.12 Your Hair is Flat and Greasy Because You Are Washing It the Wrong Way- Re- Learn How to Shampoo Your Hair and Have Fresh Hair for Longer!
Jan 15, 2024

If you find the you can’t go more than one or two days without feeling that you need to shampoo your hair because it’s  limp or greasy, then this episode is for you!

I will explain how to ACTUALLY shampoo your hair, (and yes it’s a thing)- Why? It’s all about SAVING YOU TIME. If you don’t have proper washing technique and are not effectively removing oil and product buildup from your hair, then it will feel greasy and limp and you will have to wash more often!

 

This epis...

Duration: 00:23:36
Ep. 11 How to Use Dry Shampoo the RIGHT way for Fresher Cleaner Hair So You Can Save Time and Go Longer Between Washes
Jan 04, 2024

If you are super busy (and who ISN’T these days) you KNOW how long it can take on the days that you have wash, dry and style your hair, so it’s no wonder you want to save time by not washing your hair as often!

 

Enter Dry Shampoo - you’ve probably heard of it and even used it- BUT - are you using it the RIGHT way?

 

If you have tried dry shampoo in the past and hated it, then this episode is for you.

 

If you...

Duration: 00:18:50
Ep. 10 A Super Simple Skincare Routine with Just FOUR Products - You CAN Use More, But You Should NEVER Use Less!
Dec 26, 2023

What are the absolute BASIC products you need to have an effective skincare routine?

I got an email from Laurie recently, who wanted to know just that. 

If you are-

Confused by what you need to use to have great skin 

You don’t want to use a lot of products or spend a lot of money, 

You have landed on the right episode.

IF you have never taken care of your skin before and want to start an ultra simple, bare bones routine,

or

Duration: 00:24:23
Ep.9 - Why HOT Showers are Killing Your Skin - Don’t Turn Into a Wrinkled Prune This Winter - Keep the Skin on Your Body Soft and Smooth
Dec 19, 2023

I got an email from a listener named Kristy, who asked me -

“How can I keep the skin on my body from becoming a wrinkled ‘prune” in the winter time? It always gets so dry. Help!”

If this sounds like you, this episode is for you!

Don’t worry - maintaining healthy and soft skin on your body during the dry winter months is easier than you think! Seriously. There are some easy fixes that take almost NO effort and don’t break the bank - you just have to basically approach your everyda...

Duration: 00:18:11
Ep.8 - Skincare Acids 101- How to use Acids Effectively to Help With Every Skin Issue - From Dullness, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, to Pigmentation Spots, Oily Skin and Acne
Dec 13, 2023

You’ve no doubt heard about all of the wonderful benefits of using acids in your skincare routine, but you may be wondering - “How the heck do I start?”

Turns out, there IS a right and a wrong way to incorporate acids into your routine. If you start too aggressively or use the wrong products, you could have a red irritated mess on your hands, but don’t let that scare you! You can reap all the benefits of acid exfoliation without the irritation, but you have to do it right.

 

Once you learn...

Duration: 00:34:15
Ep. 7- How to Look Great on Busy Mornings When You Don’t Have Time to Put Makeup on (Or if You Just Don’t Want To)
Dec 06, 2023

We’ve all been there - and some mornings we just can’t get there!

Whether you don’t have the time to put on makeup, or you just don't want to, (but you want to look pretty and awake) this episode is for you! 

I go into some super easy “Beauty Hacks” that help you to wake up tired eyes and skin-

From using cold therapy and eye masks, to my favorite whitening and brightening eye drops, to grooming your eyebrows the simple way, a one step solution to brighten and even out your co...

Duration: 00:24:57
Ep.6- Is it Vain to Wear Makeup? What does the Church Say about Makeup and Vanity? This Catholic Woman’s Opinion
Nov 28, 2023

Is it Vain to wear makeup? Or - is it just vain to wear “too much?”

What about if you have neglected your looks for years and don’t wear any makeup at all?What does that say (or not) about your views on your own self worth?

We all have so many ideas about beauty and makeup and grooming, and I have often pondered these types of questions, especially as I have gotten older and came back home to my Catholic faith in 2014 - after being away from the Church for 26 years.

As som...

Duration: 00:38:01
5. Makeup Doesn’t Cover Wrinkles - And Other Mistakes I See Women Making with Their Foundation
Nov 26, 2023

Foundation is a TOUGH makeup product to get right. Many women struggle with finding the right formula, or they apply it incorrectly- so they give up on it altogether. Never fear my friend!

In this episode -

I break down the TWO biggest mistakes I see women making when it comes to wearing their foundation makeup. 

I will help you pick out the RIGHT formula for your skin type and how to know what it is!

I will also show you how to re- work and re-purpose a foundation makeup product t...

Duration: 00:36:29
4. Back to Basics | Don’t Wash Your Face in the Morning - The Easiest Morning Skincare Routine Ever
Nov 22, 2023

Welcome to Part 3 of this installment of the "This Back to Basics" Series - "Do You Have to Wash Your Face Twice a Day?"

In this episode, I address the question - if you don't have to wash your face in the morning, then what DO you do in the morning for your skin?

It seems simple enough, but there are things you can do in the morning to preserve your skin's moisture balance and barrier so that your skin looks smoother and feels softer.

By NOT washing your face in the morning...

Duration: 00:15:48
3. Back to Basics - How to Wash Your Face at Night the Right Way | Double Cleansing Made Easy
Nov 13, 2023

When it comes to washing your face at night, there is a right and a wrong way to do it. I'm all about simplicity and treating your skin in the most gentle way possible. Because of this,  I always say that MOST women do NOT have to wash their face in the morning.

So that makes your nighttime facial cleanse even MORE important, and you have to do it properly if you want your skin to glow. As always, gentleness and preservation of your delicate skin barrier is key.

In this episode, I talk about—

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Duration: 00:17:12
2. Back to Basics | Do You Have To Wash Your Face Twice a Day? Here’s Why You Don’t!
Nov 13, 2023

"You MUST wash your face twice a day - morning and night!"

Have you heard this your entire life? Of course, you have, but guess what?
It is one of the biggest beauty myths around. We have been told this time and time again - it seems like forever- but is it really true? 

No, it is not necessarily true, and for MOST women, (about 90% of us) it is DEFINITELY not true! 

In this first installment of my 'Back to Basics" series, we are going to go in-depth about why you don't ne...

Duration: 00:13:54
1. Simple Beauty Advice for Busy Women- Love Skincare and Makeup? Why You’ll Want to Listen to this Podcast
Oct 28, 2023

Welcome to the Blessed Beauty Podcast! 

IF YOU LOVE all things skincare and makeup BUT are overwhelmed by the sheer amount of conflicting information about beauty and beauty products that you find online—

* If you stand in the drugstore or cosmetics store and are mind-blown by all of the choices and have no clue where to start

*If you suspect that you can be a bit “obsessed” with beauty products and tend to overspend

*If you follow tons of beauty influencers and professionals but are either confused or sick of constantly being “...

Duration: 00:18:03