Beauty Advice Made Simple - Skincare, Makeup - & More For Christian Women

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   1. E.24 Burnout Recovery Masterclass- The Devil Wants You Burnt Out- But the Lord Has Your Back! (How to Handle the Chaos of Burnout)

   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, mai

   May 31,2024 44:57
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   2. Ep.23 The Ultimate Guide to Hyaluronic Acid: How to Use It the Right Way, and Do You Really Need It?

   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 s

   Apr 19,2024 21:57
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   3. Ep. 22 Unlocking Natural Beauty: Reducing Sugar and Kicking the Soda Habit for Better Skin

   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

   Apr 09,2024 24:53
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   4. Ep. 21 SAVE TIME in Your Nighttime Routine with Micellar Water and My Favorite Brands

    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

   Mar 29,2024 23:03
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   5. Ep.20 WATER IS NOT BORING! The Real Ways It Can Help Your Skin - And Hacks to Help You Drink More of It

   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 bodies- for our health and

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

   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 off your makeup, SPF, and the ge

   Mar 08,2024 17:15
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   7. Ep. 18 Three BIG Skincare Mistakes to Stop Making - Right NOW!

   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 down three of t

   Mar 01,2024 19:24
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   8. Ep.17 Let’s Face It Lent can be Rough(How to Start to Feel Better About It)

   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 too quickly for me, and I started

   Feb 22,2024 20:57
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   9. Ep.16 How to Use a Facial Oil in Your Skin Care Routine and Which Oil to Pick for YOUR Skin Type

    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 difference between hydration and moist

   Feb 16,2024 25:13
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    10. Ep.15 Want A Secret to Soft, Hydrated Skin? Let’s Talk About “Slugging”-The Viral Skin Hack

    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 Watch this Epis

    Feb 05,2024 34:54
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    11. BONUS EPISODE - Vlog #1- Things That Changed the Game for Me! My Nespresso Machine and The Bible in a Year Podcast!

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

    Feb 02,2024 26:24
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    12. Ep. 14 Back to Basics - Part 2-Skin Types vs. Skin Conditions - Are You Creating Problem Skin Conditions?

    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! Love the show? SUPPORT THE SHOW - Buy me a coffee!https://w

    Jan 29,2024 19:15
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    13. Ep.13 Back to Basics - Skin Type Vs. Skin Conditions Part 1 - Understand Your Skin “Type”- Get Better Skin!

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

    Jan 22,2024 27:57
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    14. 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!

    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 episode builds upon Ep. 11, whi

    Jan 15,2024 23:36
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    15. Ep. 11 How to Use Dry Shampoo the RIGHT way for Fresher Cleaner Hair So You Can Save Time and Go Longer Between Washes

    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 use dry shampoo incorrectly, then you WILL hate it and think it doesn’t work.  I swear by

    Jan 04,2024 18:50
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    16. Ep. 10 A Super Simple Skincare Routine with Just FOUR Products - You CAN Use More, But You Should NEVER Use Less!

    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 You are over it and want to literally START OVER when it comes to your skinca

    Dec 26,2023 24:23
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    17. 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

    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 everyday showers and bath

    Dec 19,2023 18:11
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    18. 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

    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 which ac

    Dec 13,2023 34:15
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    19. 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)

    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 complexion, to making dr

    Dec 06,2023 24:57
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    20. Ep.6- Is it Vain to Wear Makeup? What does the Church Say about Makeup and Vanity? This Catholic Woman’s Opinion

    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 someone who had personally

    Nov 28,2023 38:01
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    21. 4. Back to Basics | Don’t Wash Your Face in the Morning - The Easiest Morning Skincare Routine Ever

    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, you will find that you

    Nov 22,2023 15:48
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    22. 5. Makeup Doesn’t Cover Wrinkles - And Other Mistakes I See Women Making with Their Foundation

    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 that you may alread

    Nov 26,2023 36:29
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    23. 3. Back to Basics - How to Wash Your Face at Night the Right Way | Double Cleansing Made Easy

    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—*The

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

    "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 necessarily need to wash your

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

    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

    Oct 28,2023 18:03
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    26. 1.FINALLY/ Simple Beauty Advice for Catholic Women/ Podcast Launch/ Why You’ll Want to Listen to this Podcast!

    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 yo 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” over beauty products and tend to overspend*If you follow tons of beauty influencers and professionals but are either confused

    Oct 27,2023 18:03