I had no idea TIGI even made cosmetics until I got two of their new lip glosses a few days ago. They're a great drugstore haircare brand and, lo and behold, judging from my two new glosses, they're reliable for beauty as well. The lip products I got are part of the brand's Luxe Lipgloss Collection … [Read more...]
Ultraflesh Cosmetics: The Latest Beauty Brand Obsession
September 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It was only last year that Studio Beauty Mix at Fred Segal founder Robin Coe-Hutshing and partner Nicole Ostoya launched Ultraflesh, but it's already become a cult favorite thanks in large part to the very first product they launched, Panthera Mascara. Not only is the mascara stellar for applying clump-free, … [Read more...]
Beauty Tips: 5 Great Eye Makeup Tricks
August 24, 2011 By 1 Comment
I know some people can go without make-up altogether, or maybe just a touch of tinted moisturizer, and that's awesome. But I am not one of those people. I need to put on concealer, foundation and something on the eyes. Even if it's just a touch of mascara, I feel like my look--no matter how scrubby … [Read more...]
Alternative Shopping: Beauty Vending Machines
October 13, 2010 By 1 Comment
If you think that online or in-store are youÂ’re only options when it comes to buying beauty, think again. WeÂ’re taking a page out of the JapaneseÂ’s love of vending machines of which there are 2.5 millions (1 per 50 people) dedicated to beverages alone, generating 27 billion dollars in revenue … [Read more...]
Do You Shop Online or Offline for Beauty Products?
October 11, 2010 By 1 Comment
WWD just released their state of the union on all things beauty e-tail. While we think they missed a few cool shopsthat we often browse, we understand itÂ’s because the study isnÂ’t necessarily global in nature. But that sort of highlights one of our points -- there are hundreds, if not thousands, … [Read more...]
A Beginner’s Guide to the Beauty Anatomy
September 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
If youÂ’re a late-bloomer in the world of beauty like me, you probably have a ton of questions. My most burning questions, when it came to applying makeup, were about the basic beauty anatomy. What defines the “apple“ of my cheeks? WhatÂ’s so special about my “T-Zone and where the … [Read more...]
Lip Liner Makeup: What You Need to Know
May 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
I remember one of my first trips down the makeup aisle: I was in middle school and I was walking with a friend of mine named Casey. Casey was a true pro, an elite of middle school makeup. She was educating me on the proper & essential ingredients to beautifying with store-bought products. She showed … [Read more...]
Barely There: A New Mascara From L’Oreal
June 15, 2009 By Leave a Comment
I really try not to buy "cheap" mascara. I hate calling them cheap, but drugstore mascaras $10 and under fall into this category for me. Of course, what girl doesn't like buying the good stuff like Clinique, Dior, and Lancome? But lately, I've not only needed to make a few sacrifices when … [Read more...]
Cleavage Enhancing Make-Up Kits – Little Boobs No More
March 24, 2009 By 4 Comments
Well truth be told if you don't have any boobies, I don't see the point in "enhancing" your flat chest! Just saying.. It seems like if mother nature gave you mosquito bites to work with all you are really doing is "highlighting" your sternum bone. However for you petite ladies that have A cups that … [Read more...]
Beauty Blog Week in Review
March 13, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Celebrity Hair Spotlight Kelly Clarkson hairstyles have ranged from small-town-simple to Hollywood glamour since she became Americas sweetheart after winning the first season of American Idol in 2002. She has been spotted sporting some of the trendiest hairstyles, including long voluminous locks reminiscent … [Read more...]
