Spring is fast approaching - and can I just say thank god (!) because it has been a brutal, brutal winter here in New York City. Unfortunately as we ladies know warm weather also means bikini season and if getting into an itty bitty two-piece isn’t taunting enough, there’s no way that most … [Read more...]
Find the Perfect Makeup Storage Bag!
February 7, 2011 By 2 Comments
I recently read a study that found that British women carry an average of $410 worth of makeup with them every day of the week! I’d tally up my own stash, but I’m worried the number will cause too many heart palpitations, so instead, why not focus on keeping those precious cosmetics safe? … [Read more...]
Marie Claire Magazine Launches Beauty Genius App
November 10, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Whatever the problem, the answer nowadays is “thereÂ’s an app for that,” even now with beauty conundrums. Marie Claire has launched the Beauty Genius App this week, with over 45 minutes of how-to hair and makeup videos (in digestible chunks) from leading stylists and makeup artists. You can … [Read more...]
Travel Kit: Tips for Packing Your Dopp Kit Part II
October 15, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Still having trouble with that Dopp kit? Yeah, it's hard to whittle down. Use our tips yesterday to get a start on the process and use these last few to really banish bulk: If you can live withouth styling tools, leave them am home. A blow dryer? Straightener? Curling iron? Do Yyu really need all three?! Those … [Read more...]
Travel Beauty Kit: Tips for Your Travel Dopp Kit
October 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
At this very moment, I'm on the road for over two weeks with nothing but a carry on and a Dopp kit the size of a croissant (okay, a big American one. But still). And it's no easy feat, but once I'm on the road, travelling so light is so easy I couldn't fathom it any other way... Lugging around cases … [Read more...]
Six Qualities of a Good Cosmetics Review Video
September 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Recently, my son decided to give my entire makeup collection a bath. Everything was ruined. He was even wicked enough to open up my mascara and fill it with water. He demonstrates promising qualities, should he decide to go after a career as an arch-nemesis, mad scientist or all-around evil genius. So, … [Read more...]
The Top Five Beauty Must-Haves for My Purse
August 31, 2010 By Leave a Comment
I have an abundance of beauty supplies at home. Everything from the dreaded eyelash curler, I have yet to master, right down to a wide array of hair whosiewhatsits and brushes to apply my flavor-of-the-day eyes hades. But when it comes to my purse, IÂ’m a minimalist. When IÂ’m out and about, I … [Read more...]
Beauty Apps for Your Smartphone
August 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Beauty is subjective. You can look in the mirror one moment and see a beautiful vibrant woman raging with passion and fire and the next see a ragged old woman with a big butt. What has changed? Perspective. Many things can influence the way a person feels about themselves including the latest trend … [Read more...]
Music for Relaxation’s Sake: Keep Yourself Calm
August 27, 2010 By 1 Comment
Relaxing can be hard after a long, heavy day, but itÂ’s necessary to keep your mind and soul sane. NothingÂ’s uglier than a relaxation deprived soul. ItÂ’s restless, and oh, so moody. For some, a key element to relaxation is quiet. Sinking into a silent abyss where there are no screaming … [Read more...]
How to Perform a Hot Stone Massage at Home
August 26, 2010 By 1 Comment
I had a professional hot stone massage once. It was deliciously relaxingÂ…until I had to pay up. $120 for some roasted rocks seems a little steep to me, even for the joy they brought to my weary muscles. Still, I couldnÂ’t wait to have another. That was two, long, achy years agoÂ… Two things … [Read more...]
