After seeing Essie’s 2014 Summer Collection display, there was only one color that was appealing enough for me to buy it: Essie’s Urban Jungle. This beautiful alabaster orchid shade is edgy and simple, at the same time.…
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As a longtime skincare junkie I find that many of retinol-based creams and serums that are available over the counter are rarely very effective. All you have to do is look at the ingredient list- if the “active” ingredient is listed somewhere on the lower half (ingredients are listed in proportional order and highest quantities are always at the top of the list) then it’ll have minimal to no effect on your skin. I am a huge fan of ARCONA…
What happens when an iconic fashion and art photographer pairs up with one of the most sought-after manicurists in the world? Pretty things happen. “Break 4 Love” (part of the Creme collection) is my first ever Deborah Lippmann nail lacquer. I just couldn’t resist buying it while on my last trip to Sephora, I swear that it was just sitting there, calling my name. Described as a “bubble gum techno babe”, this ultra pretty and girl-y shade is perfect for…
If I can avoid it, I don’t like wearing any makeup when I’m outdoors, especially during hot, summer days. Sometimes, however, I make an exception. If I know that there will be lots of picture taking or if I simply want to feel a bit more comfortable, I have my go-to products that keep my skin looking nice and fresh without my makeup melting away or looking oily.…
I don’t expect too much from an eye cream. All I want is for it to moisturize, without being greasy, not irritate my eyes or delicate skin around it, and possibly provide some anti-aging benefits.…