Even in the summer heat, I like to wear a bit of foundation to work but I'm running out of my (very excellent) Bobbi Brown Natural Finish Long Lasting Foundation. Since blowing another 46 bucks isn't in my budget this week, I decided to take a chance at the drugstore- CVS has a very excellent return policy if things don't work out.

I had low expectations- the CVS nearest me doesn't carry the 'ethnic' make-up lines and most of the other lines consider 'dark-skinned' to be Beyonce or Halle Berry. I stumbled upon the Maybelline aisle which had foundations in Caramel, Coconut and Cocoa. I choose the Super-Stay in Cocoa. I'm acne prone and the Super Stay is 'oil-free, non-pore clogging' and promises to 'withstand heat,sweat and humidity'. Reviews on that to come. For now I'm digging the color -dark but not too red or ashy looking. And this week CVS has a buy one get one for 50% off AND a $5 coupon if you spend $20 on Maybelline so I bought the foundation and the MasterDrama eyeliner for around $11 total. Cha-ching!!

The lovely Jessica White, wearing Cocoa Superstay 24Hr Makeup, from maybelline.com

Had a great workout today at NDG Wellness. If you're in NYC look into it. I purchased a few classes of the 'Stiletto Workout' on Lifebooker ages ago and finally made time to start redeeming my package today.

As the name suggests, you do the calisthenics-based workout in your heels. Sounds strange, but just think of how you need to engage your core just to maintain your balance walking in heels versus flats. Now imagine doing squats, balance moves and kick-boxing moves- I'm already sore- in that good 'this is working' way.
Check out their website for more details on this class and other fun, sexy classes that will whip you into shape.
http://www.ndgwellness.com/