Hi there! I’m Kim, and welcome to Thoughts of Beauty!

I’m Kim Snyder, the owner and writer behind Thoughts of Beauty, and the creator of Overall Beauty Minerals, my own line of vegan mineral makeup.

I’ve been sharing my thoughts online since around 2004. That’s a pretty long time in the blogging world! Over the years, this blog has moved from one web host to another, and unfortunately, quite a few of my original posts were lost along the way. But that’s life on the internet, isn’t it? Things change, websites move, and sometimes you just have to start fresh.

Thoughts of Beauty has always been a place where I can share things that interest me. While beauty is at the heart of this blog, I’ve never wanted to limit myself to just makeup and skincare.

A Little About Overall Beauty Minerals

Along with writing this blog, I’m also the creator of Overall Beauty Minerals, a line of vegan mineral makeup specializing in loose powder eyeshadows and blushes.

My interest in creating mineral makeup came from my own experiences with cosmetic ingredients. I’ve had reactions to certain dyes and other ingredients commonly found in makeup, so I wanted to create products I would feel comfortable wearing myself.

What started as a personal interest grew into my own small makeup business. I enjoy experimenting with colors, creating new shades, and offering options for people who appreciate mineral makeup. My collection also includes mica-free and titanium dioxide-free options for those looking for different formulations.

These days, you can find my Overall Beauty Minerals products exclusively through my Etsy shop:

Shop Overall Beauty Minerals on Etsy: https://kmms.etsy.com

Thanks for Stopping By!

Whether you’re here looking for makeup ideas, natural beauty tips, a little encouragement, or simply something interesting to read, I’m glad you found your way here.

I’ve been doing this for a long time, and I’m still learning, experimenting, and finding new things worth sharing. That’s part of what keeps blogging fun for me.

So grab your favorite drink, browse around, and stay as long as you like. I hope you find something that makes your day a little brighter.

A Little More About My Writing and Poetry

While beauty and skincare brought me into the world of blogging, writing has become a way for me to share so much more.

One of the things I enjoy sharing here is my original poetry. Sometimes a thought, a memory, or something happening in life inspires me to put those feelings into words. And sometimes those words turn into a poem.

My poetry covers different parts of life, from love and relationships to heartbreak, family, growing older, and dealing with the challenges life throws our way. Some poems tell stories, while others explore the kinds of feelings and experiences that aren’t always easy to talk about.
The poetry isn’t simply an occasional creative diversion. I have written about love, loss, relationships, family, aging, caregiving, and the emotions that come with life’s experiences. For example, a couple of my poems Almost Goodbye and I Miss You: A Mother’s Heartache show a much more personal side of my writing.
I don’t believe everything we write has to have a happy ending. Life certainly doesn’t always work that way. Sometimes writing about the difficult things can be just as meaningful as celebrating the good ones.

That’s another reason I love the name Thoughts of Beauty. Beauty isn’t always about appearances or pretty things. Sometimes there’s beauty in memories, in the people we love, in the lessons we learn, and even in finding the strength to get through a difficult day.

If you enjoy poetry that tells a story or makes you stop and think for a moment, I hope you’ll take some time to read a few of mine.

Read My Poetry: https://overallbeauty.com/category/poems/