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Feb, 148 Ways to Say I Love You on Valentine’s Day
In the mood for love? Of course we are! Our Valentine’s Day gift ideas set the stage for an unforgettable shared celebration. Chocolate and jewelry are always a hit at Valentine’s Day but let’s think outside of the heart shaped box of chocolates, shall we? Charbonnel et Walker pink champagne truffles are world renowned and the James de […]
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Jan, 14Olìe’s Skincare Style
If you’re reading this, you’re already part of our stylish skincare sorority and you know that we believe simplicity is the ultimate form of luxury. But sometimes skincare can feel complicated so we wanted to share an Olìe analogy to help you see things the way we do specifically when it comes to using facial oils. […]
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Dec, 13Everything. The Best Gift of the Season.
It’s that time of year when people ask for gift ideas and holiday wish lists. Though, when we stop to think about it, we come up short. What turns up however is the tall realization that we don’t REALLY ‘need’ anything. Sure there are a few wants here and there. And we wouldn’t say no […]
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Dec, 13Olìe Beauty 101 - Face Washing Simplicity
Remember when Salma Hayek came out with her dirty little secret and told the world that she doesn’t wash her face in the morning? Well here at Olie, we can appreciate her line of thinking. We’d EVEN go so far to say, there’s some method to her madness. For those in search of truly healthy skin, you too may want to […]
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Oct, 13Olìe Beauty 101 - Sleep Well
Do you have a specific bedtime? Many of us don’t which leaves us lingering awake for several hours unnecessarily. This habit if done on the nightly has a cumulative effect which impacts both health and beauty. Poor sleep habits can be seen on the skin in the form of dark circles and puffiness. Just ask […]
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Oct, 13Hair Trend – Pony Tail Adornments
Pony up people… the classic ponytail is being celebrated in a big way. So big that Jason Wu showcased models with sexy nape of the neck tails with rose gold pony cuffs last month during his SS14 New York Fashion Week show. The only thing that could make this look more enviable would be a […]
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Oct, 13Favored Fall Nail Polishes
All the leaves are brown but nail polishes are anything but this fall. We’ve narrowed down all the F/W 2013 options and picked our must-haves which seem almost anti-autumn. From jewel tones to creature comforts, what we like most is that nails get a much needed color pop when our wardrobes turn heavy and dark. […]
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Oct, 13Olìe at the Hearst Castle – Preserving Beauty
Built by William Randolph Hearst in the first quarter of the twentieth century, the notorious Hearst Castle is one of the country’s most beautiful destinations. From the magnificent views of the Pacific coastline, to the spectacular grounds and the famous Neptune Pool, Hearst Castle is a true American treasure. Now a museum belonging to the […]
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Oct, 13Olìe Beauty 101 - LOL
It has been said that laughter is the best medicine. While we can’t offer any actual proof of that, we can tell you that much like all over body exercise, laughter stretches the facial muscles, makes us breathe faster, and increases nourishing blood and oxygen flow throughout the face. It’s no wonder you feel lighter […]
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Oct, 135 Steps to Classic Beauty
“I don’t understand how a woman can leave the house without fixing herself up a little - if only out of politeness… And then, you never know, maybe that’s the day she has a date with destiny. And it’s best to be as pretty as possible for destiny.” ~CocoChanel So just in case today is […]
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Sep, 135 Green Beauty Products Inside Olìe’s Makeup Bag
If you follow our #OlieLogic on Twitter then you probably know that we believe that less is more, and better. The days are busy so keeping a streamlined routine is not only efficient; it’s healthier when you do it with naturally based beauty products. Why not spend less time in front of the mirror, carry less, […]
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Sep, 13Back to School Beauty Tips + a Giveaway
Yesterday we brought you our Fall Beauty Must Haves to help save time and limit stress during this hectic back to school season. Today we are happy to share more time saving beauty tips to help you look your best. We are also extremely excited to announce our #OlìeBeauty101 Giveaway! Back to School Beauty Tips […]
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Sep, 13Fall Beauty Must-Haves
Fall means busy mornings especially for moms. Preparing a nourishing breakfast, packing lunchboxes, getting the kids to school all before you have even had a chance to finish your first cup of coffee, doesn’t leave a lot of time for beauty rituals. Let Olìe help simplify the busy no-time-for beauty moments with a few key products: […]
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Aug, 13Mad for Metallics – Fall Mani Inspiration
Staying true to our natural roots we typically go neutral and more often than not, bare with our nails in the summer months. But suddenly, without notice, Fall has inspired us to branch out and experiment with bursts of metallics! If you’re eager for change too and if summer has done a number on your […]
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Aug, 13Fall Trend – Ombré + Oiled Hair
Whether or not it is intentional or just a byproduct of growing out your color, the good news is if you’ve gone ombré, you’re still right on course. Plus ombré means a little less time in the salon for maintenance. But can we all agree that ombré tresses look best when they are shiny and […]
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Aug, 13Face Creams vs. Face Oils– Part 1
There’s a reason beauty buffs and celebrities in search of a youthful, healthy glow are turning to facial oils. Skincare oils are more than just a face forward fad. Oils date back to ancient beauty rituals from thousands of years ago spanning the globe from Rome to Egypt. It’s no surprise that oils have long […]
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Aug, 133 Skin Saving Smoothies
If you’re looking to hydrate, detox, depuff and glow, then juicing may be for you. For a youthful, radiant appearance, keeping the skin’s cells hydrated is key. Olìe organic oils will espouse to do our part from the outside, but building strong cells truly starts from the inside. While we always aim to get plenty of organic […]
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Aug, 135 Tips for Healthy Nails | Dare to Bare
Last week we brought you a few key tips to update your tips and we’re back again to help you look at your nails in a new, more natural and dare we say… even nude way. But taking the risk to go bare isn’t always easy. And maybe you’re not ready to have completely naked nails. […]
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Aug, 13Vacationing in Capri Jackie O. Style
“The only routine with me is no routine at all.” This one Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis quote helped to pattern our vacation mantra for the entire holiday on the Amalfi Coast of Italy. We woke up without an alarm and retreated with a most classic passeggiata. Ironically we even returned home to find it would have been Jackie’ O’s 84th […]
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Aug, 133 Tips to Update Your Next Mani Pedi
Nail trends have done a complete overhaul on the beloved white tipped classic. The french manicure dates back to the 1930s and we think the new modern twists are a welcome change. (More full-on french manicure history here.) While you’re in updating mode, give nails our super-duper moisture treatment before your next mani/pedi. We […]
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Aug, 1313 Reasons to Use Face Oils
You may have noticed, 2013 has really been the year of the oils. And, since August 1st was the 213th day of the year, we thought it only fitting to give you the Top 13 reasons to start using facial oils before the year is over. 13. skin gets stressed too 12. crackling crunchy hair is never […]
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Aug, 13The Shift from Summer
Saying goodbye is never easy. With the coming of the new month we bid adieu to June and July which according to our calendar are the epitome of summer. Our arms are mostly open to welcoming August, though it doesn’t observe any holidays. However we are looking forward to International Friendship Day on the 4th! […]
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Jul, 13Summer Treatment for Sensitive Stressed Out Skin
Staying calm, cool and collected is not as easy as it sounds. You can slather on the SPF, cover-up, stay under the umbrella and still look lobster red at the end of the day. It may be due to indirect sun exposure (like the reflection of the ocean), un-even sunscreen application or even an irritation […]
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Jul, 13Five Style and Summer Skin Care Essentials
The last thing you want to be thinking about this Fourth of July weekend is what to wear. So we’re here to share our 5 must-haves to streamline your look from head to toe. All you need to do is show up, sit back and enjoy the fireworks! But don’t forget about your summer skin […]
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Jun, 13Summer Skin Care Tips: A Season and Reason For Change
Continuing with our Summer Skin Care tips, let’s remember that change can be a good thing. Well, except for when we suddenly become overly critical of ourselves. So with the dreaded pulling out and pulling up of swimwear circling our calendar – we can hear all the “oohs” and “aahs”, both good and bad, that […]