SHANNON’S BEAUTY SENSE – The Branché Silk Charmeuse Pillow Slip
Mon, 04/18/11 – 1:26 PM | One Comment

Many of you know that one of our most tried and true “beauty tips” for younger looking skin here at Southern Beauty is sleeping on a satin pillowcase.  Well, Girls, I think I have now found a pillowcase …

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NEW FANGLED FRANNY – Fashionistas Did Not Do Their History Homework…
Tuesday, 28 Apr, 2009 – 23:43 | No Comment
NEW FANGLED FRANNY – Fashionistas Did Not Do Their History Homework…

Scientists have unearthed the bones of gladiators that fought in the coliseum. According to religious customs back in the day, gladiators couldn’t be buried within the city limits. Because of extensive research on the bones …

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LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – My Trip To Fairhope, Alabama
Monday, 27 Apr, 2009 – 14:36 | No Comment
LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – My Trip To Fairhope, Alabama

My husband and I just went to Fairhope, Alabama. It’s down on the gulf coast of that lovely state. If you haven’t been there you should go for a little visit. The entire area is …

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LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – The Lessons Of Spring
Monday, 27 Apr, 2009 – 14:13 | No Comment
LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – The Lessons Of Spring

The grass always get green, the trees always bloom and the dirt always feels GREAT! I love Springtime! No matter how long winter is or how bleak life might seem at that minute, Spring reminds …

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SPA GIRL SPEAKS OUT – Moroccan Oil
Sunday, 26 Apr, 2009 – 20:57 | No Comment
SPA GIRL SPEAKS OUT – Moroccan Oil

I have extremely thick hair, so in an effort to tame my mane I am always trying new hair products and have recently fallen in love with a new one. It is called Moroccan Oil …

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LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – Mamaw’s Lessons
Sunday, 26 Apr, 2009 – 14:30 | No Comment
LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – Mamaw’s Lessons

Yesterday I replied to a question concerning Dogwood, Blackberry and Redbud Winter. (I capitalize that because these “little winters” are like real “mini” seasons within Spring. Most southern gardeners or weather watchers know about these …

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SCOT’S FLOWER POWER – Flamboyancy At It’s Best!
Sunday, 26 Apr, 2009 – 11:18 | No Comment
SCOT’S FLOWER POWER – Flamboyancy At It’s Best!

Over the years I have worked for some fabulous clients. There is one particular client that stands out in my mind as being the most picky and hard-to-please person I have ever met!-MYSELF! Being an …

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NEW FANGLED FRANNY – Lash Food
Saturday, 25 Apr, 2009 – 15:51 | No Comment
NEW FANGLED FRANNY – Lash Food

Lash Food boasts its ability to make eyelashes and eyebrows grow longer healthier and thicker. The directions instructed me to apply a thin line, like eyeliner, to the line of my lashes every morning and …

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MOTHERHOOD MATTERS – Quiz: What Is Your Mom Type?
Friday, 24 Apr, 2009 – 15:34 | No Comment
MOTHERHOOD MATTERS – Quiz: What Is Your Mom Type?

I am a people watcher. My husband and I love to go sit somewhere and talk about who and what we see. Our favorite is to catch a couple on a first date and make …

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SPA GIRL SPEAKS OUT – Uses For Essential Oils
Thursday, 23 Apr, 2009 – 21:03 | One Comment
SPA GIRL SPEAKS OUT – Uses For Essential Oils

Lately I have been using essential oils for almost everything and thought I’d share a few of my favorite uses. Eucalyptus Oil is a staple in my house. I put a few drops on the …

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PUMP & CIRCUMSTANCE – Why I Like To Workout…
Wednesday, 22 Apr, 2009 – 16:41 | No Comment
PUMP & CIRCUMSTANCE – Why I Like To Workout…

I get a lot of questions about why I like to workout.. almost everyday someone looks at me lustily & says “I wish I liked this like you do”. It never is the right time …

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LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara
Monday, 20 Apr, 2009 – 23:49 | No Comment
LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara

Now that I don’t work for a department store brand fragrance or cosmetic company I am much more likely to try drug store brand products. It’s not that I am a “brand snob”, it’s just …

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LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – Affordable Skincare Products
Monday, 20 Apr, 2009 – 23:31 | One Comment
LIFE ACCORDING TO LISA – Affordable Skincare Products

If you have a Kohl’s near your home you should go there and try their great beauty items. (or go to Kohls.com) They carry several brands including Good Skin Labs, Flirt! and American Beauty. These …

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CHRISTY DISHES – The Fine Line
Monday, 20 Apr, 2009 – 22:46 | No Comment
CHRISTY DISHES – The Fine Line

I have these two grandmothers. Just like Frick and Frack, they are different as night and day. Both are loving, but each one has a very different outlook on life.
To be more precise, they are …

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THE BEAUTY BELLE – Arbonne International FC5 Hydrating Eye Creme
Sunday, 19 Apr, 2009 – 23:00 | One Comment
THE BEAUTY BELLE – Arbonne International FC5 Hydrating Eye Creme

Arbonne International FC5 Hydrating Eye Crème
$30 www.arbonne.com
I have tried about a thousand different eye creams over the years! Well, maybe not a thousand…but I’ve tried A LOT! My new favorite is from Arbonne International’s newest …

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THE SHEAR TRUTH – Mall Bang Madness
Tuesday, 14 Apr, 2009 – 19:14 | No Comment
THE SHEAR TRUTH – Mall Bang Madness

(Warning: May Contain Offensive Material)
Now I am by no means a jerk (blunt and a bit cynical, sure), but there is a dilemma that I see on an almost-daily basis and I have to discuss …

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SCOT’S FLOWER POWER – Birmingham Are You Ready To Rock???
Friday, 10 Apr, 2009 – 21:46 | No Comment
SCOT’S FLOWER POWER – Birmingham Are You Ready To Rock???

Out of all the fabulous events I have had the opportunity to produce, there is one that seems to strike a familiar cord with me-maybe it’s because I am such a rock and roll kind …

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SCOT’S FLOWER POWER – Wedding Show Monster
Saturday, 4 Apr, 2009 – 22:35 | No Comment
SCOT’S FLOWER POWER – Wedding Show Monster

Wow! Every day I am even more surprised as to how successful my newest venture has been so far! I am producing this “mega-fabulous” wedding and event show on May 3 in Birmingham, Alabama and …

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JEANIE’S JOURNAL – Jeanie’s 3rd Entry
Saturday, 4 Apr, 2009 – 17:03 | No Comment
JEANIE’S JOURNAL – Jeanie’s 3rd Entry

I ran my second half marathon on 2/15 and it felt awesome!
It was great to run into an old friend Kelly Berry from college. She was running with Team in Training®. This is an organization …

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MILA’S CLOSET – How To Shop Your Closet
Friday, 3 Apr, 2009 – 23:26 | One Comment
MILA’S CLOSET – How To Shop Your Closet

How many of us have closets full of clothing and complain about having nothing to wear?
I can’t tell you how many clients’ closets I clean out and find items that they haven’t worn in years, …

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SPA GIRL SPEAKS OUT – The Great Massage Debate
Friday, 3 Apr, 2009 – 20:51 | No Comment
SPA GIRL SPEAKS OUT – The Great Massage Debate

As I sit here wishing I could find the time to take advantage of one of my pre-paid massages at Massage Envy, I am wondering if I made the right choice in joining the pre-paid …

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JESTINA’S MAKEUP BAG – Brushes 101
Thursday, 2 Apr, 2009 – 12:17 | No Comment
JESTINA’S MAKEUP BAG – Brushes 101

Ola!
A few weeks ago I did a beauty segment on ABC 3340 in Birmingham called “Beauty Questions Answered”. The host asked me about buying and using good, quality makeup brushes. After the segment, I received …

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