Style + Beauty

Beauty Roundup

My Eight Favorite Products for Healthy, Radiant Skin Article by Mary Carson, RN Most of my patients come in feeling overwhelmed: too many products, too many promises, no idea what actually works. After 30 years in plastic surgery, dermatology, and medical aesthetics, my answer is: start simple and stay consistent. A great routine doesn't need twenty steps. It needs the same three, morning and night: cleanse, protect, and moisturize. Once those fundamentals are solid, everything else becomes a...

Life + Culture

Nonprofit of the Month

The Big Z Foundation: Turning Loss into Lasting Impact Article by Courtesy of Big Z Foundation | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Big Z Foundation The Big Z Foundation was established in 2018 in memory of Zach Hoefler, who lost his battle with a brain tumor. During Zach’s treatment at Children’s Health in Dallas, the Hoefler family witnessed firsthand the overwhelming challenges families face when navigating pediatric illness—challenges that extend far beyond medical care. Across the...

Life + Culture

Words of Advice from City Lifestyle’s Women of Influence

What advice would you give women starting their own business? Article by Deborah Dove | Photography by Provided (Page 1) Mary Carson, RN, Founder/Director, Original Skin Face + Body Don’t wait until everything feels perfectly lined up, because it never will. Make a plan, take the leap, and give yourself permission to figure it out as you go. Jessica Witty, Co-Owner, W3 Electric Don’t be afraid to pivot. Sometimes you just need to take action. Make the best decision you can with what...

Home + Design

Clear, Organize, Simplify

Lighten Mom’s Responsibilities This Spring with the AB Effect Article by Ayesha Durrani | Photography by Greg King Can’t find your keys? You’re not alone. On average, individuals spend between four and nine hours each week dealing with clutter-related tasks. Moms often feel especially overwhelmed by clutter because they’re managing not only their own belongings, but also the constant influx of toys, clothes, school papers, and household items that come with caring for kids, on top of juggling...