Category Archives: Beauty

A Simple Way to Care for Your Skin

As an aesthetician, I get asked quite frequently about which skincare products are the best, and in all honesty, I usually can’t answer without more information. Most times, if I can’t answer the first question, I’m asked a second, which … Continue reading

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Chip-Free Color

Yesterday Stacia wrote a post about gel nails and how she’s seriously unimpressed with them. I had been thinking the same thing myself! I got a gel manicure a few times last year (at various places) and I was never happy with them. My … Continue reading

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The Power of Gel

Normally when I go to the nail salon, I usually just get a pedicure. But right after the New Year I was feeling spicy and wanted to try something different. I saw a sign for gel nail polish and it … Continue reading

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Hometown Girl Crowned Miss Universe

It goes without saying that we just had to give an official TwentyTweets congratulations to Olivia Culpo – Miss Rhode Island, Miss USA, and now, Miss Universe. This 20-year-old Boston University student is a native of Cranston, RI. She made … Continue reading

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An Inspiring Twenty-Something with a Fierce Perspective on Life

Back in August, I introduced you to the Yamerra Skincare line and its amazing benefits.  Now, I wanted to introduce you to the stylish, beautiful, inspiring and successful twenty-something behind it: Maryam Moma. ********************************************************* J: What’s been the hardest part about … Continue reading

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The Easiest, DIY Hair Accessory

As a twenty-something, I LOVE cute DIY projects and I’m sure you guys do too. What about cute, DIY projects that cost next to nothing? A gift from the heavens! Whether you find ideas from websites like Pinterest, in magazines, … Continue reading

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Affordable Makeup Heaven: Found!

As a twenty-something woman, I hit the makeup game kind of late—as in, I just recently started experimenting with eye shadow.  Yes, that late. Of course, I’ve been wearing makeup for years, but I’ve only started wearing a full face … Continue reading

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You Go, Heidi Klum!

Recently, I read this article about Heidi Klum doing a photo shoot makeup-free. What?! A celeb showing off her natural skin? Klum didn’t do it because it was going to end up on the cover of a magazine; however, she … Continue reading

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$8 for Nail Polish? Is it Worth It?

Recently I’ve realized that Essie nail polish is in. I’ve always been one to appreciate the fine art of nails, but when I was at the store, I noticed that Essie was $7.79. ARE YOU KIDDING ME? Almost $8 dollars for 0.46 oz bottle … Continue reading

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Make Your Shopping Experience a Little More “FAB”

Every time I go shopping I feel like I’m asked to sign up for some kind of reward card. Every drugstore and grocery store has one (and of course, you ONLY get the sale price if you have the card) … Continue reading

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