Lip liner was one of the first beauty tools I bought: I thought they would help plump up and redefine my lips. I learned quickly that there was a bit more science to the application (and to the achievement of lip plumping!) than just outlining the fading edges around your lips. I think we all need … [Read more...]
How Long’s Too Long
July 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
I was cleaning out my bathroom closet when I came along an emergency makeup kit that I put together when I was a 9-to-5-er. I kept it in my desk in case a meeting popped up or if I had to interview a potential employee. Since I havenÂ’t worked outside the home in over a year, it had been sitting, … [Read more...]
Wedding Beauty Crashers: How to Make a Splash
June 11, 2010 By 2 Comments
I have a wedding to go to this upcoming weekend for two very good friends of mine from college. I haven't been to too many weddings of close friends - actually, this will probably be the first. For the most part, weddings are for the older, wiser crowd. We let them put on too much makeup and get sloppy … [Read more...]
Carry-On Baggage: Makeup Packing Tips
May 24, 2010 By 4 Comments
So we all know the rules: traveling through airports today require a lot of security checks. Unfortunately this puts a damper on liquids and powders: the two main consistencies of our makeup regime. When you're traveling, you have two options: your carry on, and your checked bag. Your checked bag can … [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...]
Choosing a Lipstick Color and Help with Lipstick Application
October 28, 2009 By 1 Comment
 Here are some great tips on choosing a lipstick color and how to apply it like a pro. I could have used these at age 13 when I first ventured into the world of make-up. I bought orange lipstick and applied it all around my mouth, even in the corners. I probably looked like the Joker! Light Skin … [Read more...]
Wine Anyone? This Season’s Hottest Lip Color
September 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
At last...new makeup! After suffering for months with no new product I was finally treated to some good product thanks to good old Mom. During a much needed 'girls day' together, she caught wind of the products I recently broke down to buy. "I'm tired of looking dumpy at work!" I told her. She was in … [Read more...]
Spring Makeup Trend: Bold Blue Eyes
May 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Bold colors will be big for the remainder of spring...usually summer palettes fade into lighter, shimmery shades to compliment the suntan you've gotten on your face. I like bold colors for the face, its fun to do a little risk taking when it comes to makeup and current trends.  You'll make … [Read more...]
Hair Dos: Retro Waves are All the Rage
May 7, 2009 By 1 Comment
For all of you vintage Hollywood glamour junkies like myself, I ask...who on earth wouldn't want to look like the stunning Veronica Lake?! Her skin! Her eyes! Her fabulous hair! Kate Bosworth recently took inspiration from the glamorous Lake, and copied this look for the Costume Institute Gala. … [Read more...]
Secrets to Low Maintenance Spring Beauty: Keeping it Casual
April 29, 2009 By 1 Comment
This season's beauty trends are definitely very corresponding with the looks I've seen on the streets lately: red lips, natural skin with little to no make-up, darkly lined "bedroom" eyes, and slightly messy long waves for hair. I'm thinking that "low maintenance" is going to be the theme this year. … [Read more...]
