The Teen Choice Awards are on now YAY and there is a commercial break plus it is August 1st tomorrow, so I thought I'd share with you some thoughts about summer that I had this weekend. I'm beginning to think that I should tune out all of the summer fashion (and makeup) advice. Let's get real. The only essential item I wear every single day? Sunglasses! I mean hardly anyone ever sees my eyes in summer because they are always covered by my sunglasses! So I'm starting to ask myself - why bother even with eye makeup? I barely notice what other women are sweating in, I mean, wearing in summer. But I always do notice sunglasses...

Why can't I find a single interesting beauty topic to post about and share with you after reading nearly 200 subjects from various publications? I'm sorry, but after seeing a video regarding new magnetic fake eyelashes (huh?) I was left feeling as if I had writer's block. Has everyone gone on a mini break and put their blogs, magazines, newsletters etc. on automated regurgitation of old content? Is there really simply nothing that new and worthwhile to share? Is it just too hard to create new content? Well here goes. I will try! Here is a product which may be new to us here in the USA but is well known in Japan. I learned about it...

I am thrilled to share an American, luxurious and natural skincare brand: Nonesuch. We hear a lot about natural products that come from the earth. Well, Nonesuch products come from the sea to be exact an oyster farm. With no preservatives, chemicals, dyes or perfumes, these products are derived from harvested marine life found in the waters off the coast of Maine. Nonesuch supports (as does the state) a tradition of independent workers who harvest from the sea. Also, a percentage of profits is channeled to organizations supporting clean waters and a sustainable working waterfront. I am using the Face Oil and loving it. I really needed a hydrating anti-oxidant and most Vitamin C serums as well...

Here is an easy quick way to get on the healthy cosmetics bandwagon. Click HERE and you may order the first EWG "Birchbox" like collection of 8 products (moisturizers, cleansers, brighteners and more) that meet the Environmental Working Group's strict requirements for good health. It is a great way to donate to a good cause and try some feel good about what your body is absorbing new brands. $65 donation includes a cosmetics bag, supplies limited. For those who missed my post about how under regulated the cosmetics industry is and what to do about it, check it out HERE, Cosmetics Chemical Truth. Dermstore image...

I am seeing this Gucci bag in photos of many celebs and it is so similar to my vintage bag (minus the bee web). I do have a soft spot for Gucci as it was my first luxury brand purchase made while in Italy for the first time. Gucci had a successful year under Alessandro Michel's new creative direction. I like the return to a classic Gucci stripe. Click here Gucci for a quick peek at their Fall, Cruise and SS16 clothing and accessories. Gucci's crossover slide style shoe has already been copied for Spring/Summer and looks very comfortable. The Gucci beauty look for the season is no makeup with a natural flush - by applying this, then this, and a light dusting on...

I don't wear a lot of makeup in summer and usually skip face makeup like foundation. But now, as I've aged, I do have the dreaded dark under eye circles and some pink spots that can use help. While I do like tinted moisturizers, sometimes I still need a bit more coverage than those deliver but a non-existent feel and look is a must. I read about this concealer that is similar to YSL's Touche Eclat (which I love) and new compact mineral foundation with cushion sponge - supposedly great for being on the go in summer. So I had to try them (and share my thoughts). They are Physicians Formula: New Mineral Wear Talc-Free All-in-1 Cushion Foundation...

Here is a nice affordable lightweight sleeveless keyhole choker top - in two colors that may be dressed up or down. Kendall-Kylie for Pacsun Keyhole Choker Top. $29.95...