When I got the email from She Speaks informing me that I’d been selected to review Loreal Paris Magic BB Cream, I was like, “Oh Joy!” Getting free products to review is one of the blogging perks I love most! But.. I have to tell you, I wasn’t sure this product would work for me, mainly because of the color choices. I had to choose between [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

The last time I received an Influenster VoxBox, it was the Mom box, which was cool because in addition to being a Fabulicious Diva, I am a Mom.  But the only product from that box that I was able to review here at GiaVanne’s was the imPress Press On Nails. This time however, I was selected to receive the Beauty Bloggers VoxBox.  A box filled with beauty [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

This celebrity makeup info-graphic from Bh Cosmetics is a good place to start if you’re trying to find the right color palette for your particular skin tone. It”s broken down into 5 “Types” inspired by the makeup choices of various celebrities whose skin tone falls into that category. For instance; based on this chart, I fall somewhere between Type 5 (Beyonce’) and Type 6 (Jennifer Hudson). [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

This one is for all of you Juice Beauty fans. Juice Beauty Organics To Go is a fantastic deal. Not a fan yet? Stick around. This Organics To Go kit  (a $45 value) is a lovely way to try out 5 of Juice Beauty’s best  for only $29.  That’s a pretty good deal, especially when you consider a full size  Juice Beauty Antioxidant Serum sells for $45! The [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

These are amazing handbags. One that I’d like to own myself. I mean I really, really want a “glass handbag.” They have this really awesome patented lighting system built in so you never have to deal with fumbling around in your purse when it’s dark. I love that! Get your entries in for this one. Welcome to the Glass Handbag Giveaway This giveaway is hosted [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

This is a super fun guest post from Kat Musselwhite, a lovely writer @ Makeup Mew, one of the best makeup review and tutorial sites on the web. If you’re as much of a kid as I am when it comes to Halloween, you’ll love this! One of my fondest memories of childhood was— I have to admit— being able to get away with making a mess. [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

I receive this email messages a few days ago and I almost didn’t open it. The only reason I checked it out is because it came from one of my favorite affiliates, Gaiam. Not familiar with them? According to their website: Gaiam provides information, goods and services to customers who value the environment, a sustainable economy, healthy lifestyles, alternative healthcare and personal development. What I like [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

Welcome to Day 4 of GiaVanne’s month long Celebration of Beauty. October is all about embracing Our inner, outer and overall beauty. Today we celebrate our ability to Balance our lives so Beautifully. Yes. We enjoy primping, pampering ourselves and looking good. No .We do not spend every waking moment concerned about our looks. We are mothers, grandmothers, wives, daughters, sisters, teachers, students, mentors and [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

Welcome to Day 3 of GiaVanne’s month long Celebration of Beauty.  This October is all about embracing Our inner, outer and overall  beauty. There are so many things we have little or no control over, but our attitudes and opinions are our own – and we can do anything we want with them. I challenge you today to think and speak only kind words about [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

Although I am a proponent of caring for your skin naturally, I will be the first to admit, I don’t always read labels. I’m one of those spontaneous people who will try out all sorts of different products, even on my face, especially if they make fantastical promises. Why? Because, like thousands o other women, I’m a sucker for a good pitch.  Sometimes the results are [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

I’ve had an “older” girl crush on Meryl Streep for many years. She is in possession of an odd, yet undeniable beauty and her courage is evidenced in the projects she has taken on. I just love her and I wanted to recognize the contribution she is currently making to those of us included in the “mature woman” set, through her new movie, “Hope Springs” which [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

You can save 15%  one your first order at Beautorium. The natural and organic Beauty Emporium. Just use coupon code First15 (not case sensitive) Live Beautifully!  More Ways to Get Your Gems: Like GiaVannes on Facebook ~ Follow on Twitter About Taylor GilmoreCreator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne’s Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

Coupons.com is giving away iPad’s! If you have been longing after one for an iPad, here’s your chance to win one. Coupons.com is giving away one each day for 7 days and you can enter daily. If you are a coupon clipper, you already know how the savings add up to a lot more money in your pocket. This Give Away started August 3rd and [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

This post brought to you by Revlon. All opinions are 100% mine. I got lucky! You all know how much I love makeup. Give me a bag of makeup and I’m as giddy as a school girl. A couple of days ago, I received a bunch of Revlon makeup to try on as part of a new campaign Revlon has launched called the Revlon Expression [more]

About Taylor Gilmore

Creator and Author of blogs TaylorCares, GiaVanne's Gems, and Urban Philly Woman. Taylor is a Christian, Professional Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Enthusiast.

• 
• 
• 
• 
•