We know what you’re thinking. Or at least, we know what we’re thinking. How do these stars get that dewy, natural, I-just-woke-up-this-way look amidst all the blaring lights and chaos of an event as ginormous as the Emmy Awards? As you likely guessed, they have their secret weapons. We got the inside scoop on Emmy […]
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New York Fashion Week: Backstage Beauty from Estee Lauder
New York Fashion Week is back, and this year, Estee Lauder teamed up with The Row to sponsor the beauty look for the Spring 2012 presentation that took place yesterday, September 9th in New York City. Estee Lauder creative makeup director Tom Pecheux led a team of makeup artists to create the fresh and beautiful […]
TALIKA Smile & Kiss Lip Gloss: Kiss and Tell!
We’ve all been in that situation we see on teeth-whitening commercials … a friend invites you to an impromptu event but you haven’t polished your pearly whites. Well, unlike the commercials, I don’t keep whitening trays and strips readily available in my purse. But thanks to TALIKA Smile & Kiss lip gloss, I don’t have […]
Call to Duty: Miracle Skin Transformer Treat & Conceal
Miracles come in all shapes and sizes, but I have to say that I didn’t except such a big miracle to come out of such a little tube. Miracle Skin Transformer Treat & Conceal is a true testament to its name. I didn’t give this concealer much thought at first glance – I’ve tried so […]
Rimmel London Solves the International Beauty Budget Crisis
“Like charity, I believe glamour should begin at home” — Loretta Young I crave drama and glamour. Specifically, the Old Hollywood style glamour that resembles the likes of Marilyn Monroe, Betty Grable and Rita Hayworth — red lips, smoky eyes and larger-than-life lashes. Much to my surprise and delight, Rimmel London has made my dreams […]
Divine Intervention: Philosophy Divine Color Lip Duo
Full disclosure – I’m a lipstick snob. I’ve tried every brand from high-end to drugstore, lip stain to lip gloss, plumper to liner. I can tell you which brands have the best color, lasting power and hydration. But, for reasons unknown, philosophy’s makeup line has never been on my radar. Philosophy has always been a personal […]
Practical Magic: Josie Maran Organic Argan Oil
I am in love with Josie Maran Organic Argan Oil. The type of love that prompted me to rush out and snag two more bottles to ensure I never (ever) run out. What’s so great about it? You can use the oil as your daily moisturizer, as a treatment for split ends, to condition cuticles, […]
Murad’s Most Wanted: Five Skincare Breakthroughs from the Healthy Skin Doc
Does anyone really ever listen to their doctor’s advice? I mean honestly, an apple a day? That’s just boring. But when skincare innovator Dr. Howard Murad speaks, people listen. In fact, funny story. I recently had the honor of interviewing Dr. Murad for an article in LiveSpa Magazine. I told myself before I dialed his […]
Nordstrom Anniversary Beauty Exclusives Launch Today!
For us beauty product snobs, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and Beauty Exclusives event is our official Christmas in July! This year, more than 100 beauty brands are participating including faves like MAC, Chanel, Juicy Couture, NARS, Kiehl’s, Laura Mercier, Marc Jacobs, Dior, Bobbi Brown and Philosophy. The sale begins today, July 15, and goes through […]
Band-Aids for Girly Girls: Boo-Boo Cover-Up
Cool product alert! We recently came across Boo-Boo Cover-Up during one of our intensive searches for the coolest new beauty products to hit the shelves. When we found Boo-Boo Cover-Up, we immediately loved the idea. The product promises to “conceal while you heal” and it’s loaded with ingredients to help all sorts of skin ailments, […]
Make a Splash with Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes Waterproof Liner
Ladies, eyeliner smears and smudges are a thing of the past! Make Up For Ever Professional offers the ultimate waterproof solution, perfect for a summer schedule full of pool dips, lake trips and water parks. The aptly named Aqua Eyes is a waterproof eyeliner pencil that comes in a rainbow of highly pigmented colors. The […]
Big Girls Don't Cry (unless armed with waterproof makeup of course)
Waterproof Makeup Picks from Sephora. Lately it feels like we’ve been darting from one air-conditioned zone to the next. It’s not that we’re afraid of a little heat. It’s more the fear that our makeup will melt down our faces à la Sissy Spacek in the horror flick Carrie. We don’t want to scare any […]
